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Last Day Madness at the Barneys Warehouse Sale…

Even before sale organizers opened the doors to the Barneys Warehouse Sale this morning, the line stretched down W. 17th Street in Chelsea.  The wait didn’t take long.  But once inside, it was crazy, shoppers were frantically trying to find deals.  The discounts are the same as they were on Friday (at least for [...]

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Barneys Warehouse Sale Update: Price Slashing Continues

Price List

As we enter the final days of the Barneys Warehouse Sale, the discounts get deeper and the crowds get bigger.  Friday was apparently a madhouse, especially in the afternoon.  A friend stopped in after work to see the offerings.  He managed to snag a photo of the price list for us (see above).  He tells us that the men’s selection was pretty good.  He made out with four pairs of trousers, a tie and a pair of ankle boots.

As you can see from the price list, women’s designer (with the red star on tags) is now an additional 60 percent off (WHSE stamped items at 75%). Women’s ready-to-wear is also an extra 60 percent off and women’s shoes are 50 percent off the sale price (BLUE stamped shoes are 75% off).  Let us know if you make it into the sale this weekend and if you score on any deals…

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Tipster Review: Kick Ass Sale at Kiki de Montparnasse

Photo by: Deme

One of our avid readers ventured into to the Soho lingerie shop, Kiki de Montparnasse, blowout sale earlier this week.  The sale has been extended through Labor Day with an additional 20% off already marked down bras, panties and more.  Deme’s report makes us want to head over there [...]

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Deeper Discounts at the Barneys Warehouse Sale

Yesterday, sale prices were slashed further at the Barneys Warehouse Sale.  Take an extra 50 percent off women’s designer items with the “red” stamp (75% off WHSF stamped items); women’s ready-to-wear is now 50 percent off; women’s shoes is also an additional 40 percent off (BLUE stamped footwear is an extra 60% off).

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Feminine Frocks at the Alex & Trixie Sample Sale

Artsy Anna ventured into the Alex & Trixie sample sale in Midtown today where silk dresses and skirts are up to 80 percent off. Here’s what she reports:

Staffers couldn’t be more accommodating at this girlie pink paradise.  Can’t find your size?  They’ll check to see if they have it in the back.   Items run $15 to $60 for past season tops, mini-dresses, belts, and scarves.  The best deals and prices are on the vintage  rack.  It’s hard to justify a wool winter dress a few sizes too large on a 95 degree day like today but not when it’s perfect condition Oscar de la Renta for $10, how can you resist?

Short silk dresses that were $275 are now $50, silk tops are $40 (were $220), and silk skirts are $30 (were $142).

Where/When:  265 W. 37th St., nr. Eighth Ave., eleventh fl.; Through 9/2. T–Th (10–7).

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Update: Barneys Warehouse Sale Continues to Slash Prices

Yesterday, organizers of the Barneys Warehouse Sale continued with its price slashing.  This time offering an additional 25 percent off on more men’s items such as designer and casual sportswear as well as sneakers.  They’ve also upped the discount to an additional 50 percent off on women’s designer goods (with WHSE stamp) and shoes (with BLUE stamp). A staffer mentioned that there were still plenty of merchandise to put out, saying:  “… so much stuff from the California sales are still arriving by plane.”

Earlier this week, a long rack was set up in the women’s section for damaged goods.  You’ll find all sorts of clothing hanging on this rack with holes, rips, missing buttons, etc.  Have at it if you don’t mind the damage.  Although, I thought that some of the prices for these damaged goods were a bit steep considering… I spotted a couple of cashmere sweaters (with holes) going for $179.  Sale continues through the Labor Day Weekend.

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A So-So Sample Sale at Sophomore

The Sophomore sample sale kicked off this afternoon in Nolita.  Artsy Anna who checked out the NYC based brand’s offerings wasn’t completely sold on the goods.  Here’s her report:

A few months ago New York mini-chain Purdy Girl hosted a “sample sale” for spring merch by Francis.  Similarly, cutesy Mulberry Street boutique Court has devoted the majority of their tiny space to spring and summer stock from contemporary sportswear line,  Sophomore.  All prices are as marked.  Scoopneck solid and graphic tees are $20-36 down from $50 and up.  Unstructured knot blazers are $60-87.  Sundresses, tunics, and cover-ups are $20-150.  There’s not much to go around but at these medium sized discounts  there weren’t tons of other shoppers.  If you’re a Sophomore fanatic,  you’ll enjoy this sale.  My suggestion?  Skip this sale and head up a few blocks to check out the amazing vintage finds on the sale racks at Zachary’s Smile. Tons of cute end of summer frocks are $20-50!

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Yet Another James Perse Sample Sale… in Brooklyn

Just in case you missed L-A based casual wear label James Perse sample sales at Chelsea and Soho earlier this month, Prive is hosting yet another sale.  This time in Brooklyn – starting tomorrow.  We’re  pretty sure it’s the same stuff as before – T-shirts, tanks, shorts, pants, jackets and more.  Most items [...]

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Update: Barneys Warehouse Sale Offers Further Discounts



Barneys Warehouse Sale
began offering further discounts Monday.  I popped in last night to see what was left after the weekend.  It appears they’ve added more high-end RTW designer goods (a long rack in the middle of the main women’s floor has now been set aside for designers such as Lanvin and Stella McCartney).  An additional 25 percent off designer items stamped with a”Red Star.”  As with previous sales, look for the red stamp on the tag to get the discount.  Sale organizers are also giving an additional 35 percent off WHSE stamped items on designer clothing and shoes with a “Blue” stamp.  But good luck finding any blue stamps on shoes.  I spent some time looking for the rare stamp and only found a few not-so-great CO-OP sandals.  As for menswear, take an additional 25 percent off men’s casual pants and white tag casual jackets.  There will certainly be further discounts – when they start slashing further depends on how much merchandise they sell.

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Deals on Frilly Frocks at the Temperley London Sample Sale

While many of you may be focused on the Barneys Warehouse Sale, there’s other game in town.  One of them is Temperley London’s sample sale being held this weekend.  It opens to the public on Friday.  I was able to check out the goods Thursday for the preview sale where past season merchandise and a selection of press samples are marked down 70 percent off.

The sample sale is off to the side behind curtains.  Once inside, you’ll find racks of frocks organized by size.  There are a number of samples here (about three racks) where mostly dresses are on offer for around $300 or less.  These are samples so sizes are smalls and mediums.  Sample bins carrying knits and accessories start at $50.  As for the other merchandise, you’ll find signature Temperley dresses ($200 to $400), tops & tunics (some under $150).  Handbags are $200 to $400 for large bags.  There are also a few hats – one British bowler with a fur ball is now $115.

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