Wednesday afternoon, a line had formed in the hallway outside the Mikimoto Fifth Avenue showroom. A group of women (including one who was wearing a kimono) patiently waited to have a look at the offerings inside. After about half-an-hour, we were all inside.
The discount is 50-70 percent off retail. To make it easier for both staff and customers, the pricing is color-coded. Many of the Mikimoto pieces are half off the original price (just like past sales). This includes the highly sought-after pearl strands (mostly 18” and up) for $2,600 to $14,000 and up… Mikimoto pearl bracelets were starting at $860 (on sale for $430). If that’s beyond your budget, there were Blue Lagoon strands at 70-percent off the original price of $1,460 to $2,260 (starting at $438).
The selection was fairly limited. Some women came looking for simple pearl studs only to be disappointed to find none on offer. There were also Mikimoto pearl and diamond rings for $1,240 (was $3,100) and simple pearl and diamond earrings for $750 ($1,500).
Where/When: Mikimoto showroom, 680 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor (b/w 53rd & 54th Sts). 212-457-4500. Jan 18-Jan 20. Wed (12-7p), Thurs – Fri (10-7p).
I was there today. Missed the simple pearl and diamond earrings for $750..
What did they look like? Mikimoto or Blue Lagoon?
Did you get anything?
Hi Stephanie – those earrings were Mikimoto and they were black pearl with tiny diamonds. I didn’t get anything this time. Although, I was tempted to purchase a Mikimoto strand with a gold clasp.