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Fashion Advice: Designer Discounts at Outlet Malls
Kristine Asks: I’ve heard a lot about the Woodbury Commons Outlets located outside of New York City and it is suppose to be a designer mecca. Do you think I could find a deal on a high-end designer bag, like Chanel?
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Mango Mans Up to the Recession
What: You may have passed by a Mango store in the mall, but they’re a relative newcomer to the USA. Don’t underestimate this store - the Spanish brand has been promoted by Hollywood heavyweights Penelope Cruz and Scarlett Johansson. They’re now launching a campaign called “Think Up,” which will feature 90 clothing items from its current collections for prices starting at $24.90.
What They Say: From NY Mag:
Read MoreThis is all well and good, but it begs a question: If Mango can shave significant percentages off its less-than-stellar quality goods, were we being overcharged? Something to think ...
Some Estee Lauder Cosmetics May Get Real Cheap Soon
What: Estee Lauder will be shuttering its Prescriptives beauty line by the time 2010 rolls around. The reason - clearly - is the recession, as Estee Lauder (wisely) has decided to reallocate funds to other more profitable lines. They’ll continue selling Prescriptives products until everything’s all gone, but the favored Calyx fragrance will still be sold at retailers for the foreseeable future. No one’s officially said it yet…but we’re guessing prices may go down because of all of this.
What Estee Lauder Says:
Read MoreYou may have recently heard that Prescriptives has made the difficult ...
Beauty Breakdown: What to Toss and Keep This Fall
What: You don’t wear the same shoes in the summer as you do in the fall, so why would you wear the same products on your face? As the season changes, so to should your beauty routine. NYU dermatology professor Dr. Elizabeth K. Hale advises tossing out any old bottles of sunless tanners, heavy-duty sunscreens, and old lipgloss this fall, and instead packing your beauty bag full of tinted moisturizer, oil-free sunscreen, and lip balm with SPF.
What Dr. Hale Says:
“If you want to sustain a healthy glow into fall, better to use a tinted moisturizer. Or, invest in a new bottle of sunless ...
How to Consign Clothing
Question: I have too much stuff, great, designer stuff, but too much and would like to sell them to make some extra cash. I’ve heard about consigning items. How do I do it?
Read MoreStein Mart & Salvation Army Join Forces for Charity Event
What: Stein Mart is doing it again. The specialty store chain is partnering with the Salvation Army for a Give & Receive clothing drive for the second time this year. From October 1 – 3, customers who bring in clean, gently used garments to any Stein Mart store nationwide will be able to receiving sales on a number of fall fashions, and more.
What They Say:
“We are proud to once again partner with Salvation Army,” says Stein Mart chairman Jay Stein. “Our loyal customers continuously step up to join us in our efforts to support this valued organization. We are honored to again ...
We’ve got the Photos: Jimmy Choo for H&M Photos
Think of this as an early christmas present. More photos after the jump.
Read MoreBudget Fashion’s More Than Basics
What: Lately, everyone’s been talking basics. Basics, basics, basics...basically (forgive us) meaning clothes you can wear for all kinds of occasions and weather, that can be easily transformed through mixing and matching and accessorizing. However, we might have missed the boat. Apparently, shoppers “are not playing it safe” but are actually getting bolder with their style decisions. Except this time around (amid the recession), they’re just looking for more jaw-dropping pieces. By working with their current wardrobe and seeking out dramatic clothes that also offer up a lot of value, ...
Read MoreEmma Watson Goes Green with New Line
What: Emma Watson recently joshed about celebrity fashion lines - saying she would never do one for the sake of her ego, but would be up to doing it for the sake of the environment or some other worthy cause. Well, the folks over at People Tree (a pro-fair trade retailer) must have overheard. Because Emma Watson and People Tree are now working together on a collection that will debut February 2010. Young 20-somethings should be most excited about the line, which will feature jersey t-shirts, dresses, and other knitwear made with them in mind. Of course, all of the clothes will consist ...
Read MoreAnna Sui for Target Apparel Collection
What: Finally! The Anna Sui for Target collection is here. The much-talked-about line - (infamously) inspired by the CW’s “Gossip Girl” - has hit stores, on and off line. And we’re looking forward to checking it out. Pieces include a $19.99 pair of leggings, $44.99 empire dress, and $34.99 plaid crop pants. If you want in on the action, you’ve gotta make up your mind about what to buy by October 17th - the Anna Sui/Target collection will only be around for a limited time.
What We Say: We’re bummed that most the line costs over $30, but we think it will be a refreshing and edgy ...
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