Kenneth Cole
Up to 70% Off at Bluefly.com: Daily Deal
The Deal: Semi-Annual Bluesale at Bluefly.com, now up to 70% off.
The Lowdown: Bluefly is the go-to retailer for of-the-moment designer pieces for less (just ask Project Runway), and with discounts of up to 70%, you just might snag that Kenneth Cole handbag yet, or some luxe cashmere like this Hayden scoopneck cashmere sweater, which retails for $225, is normally $100 at Bluefly, and is on sale now for just $64.99. Many of the prices are still far from Target-cheap, but remember: those Michael Kors leather boots will give you a lot more wear for your money than, say, that pair you picked up at Payless (which we love too, hey).
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Fashion Advice: The Great Fake Debate Continues
Q: How do you buy a knock-off hand bag? What are your guidelines, what are smart prices to pay? What is important to look for? I want to be able to have nice handbags but not be broke because of them!
A: There has been quite a bit of debate regarding knock-off bags (especially fake Louis Vuitton handbags) and the impact these bags have had on the fashion industry. Exact duplicates are not fair to the designers, period. Imagine spending years perfecting your art and name, only to have some steal your idea and sell it for well below market value. However, using elements of a popular design is nothing new in fashion. Every major and minor design house “borrows” design elements from other fashion designers and lower priced stores like H&M often sell items using a design made popular by more expensive designers (I call it “designer inspired” items). The difference between “knock-offs” and “designer inspired versions”, that the designer inspired versions don’t claim to be the real thing.
When looking to buy a knock-off you have to ask yourself, do I want it because the celebrity of the moment has it or do I want it because I truly like the designer and the bag. If the later is your answer, skip the rest of this article and save your pennies (nickels, dimes,) to purchase a real bag. However, if the reason why you want it is because Nicole Ritchie, Lindsay Lohan, or whatever celebrity of the moment has the bag, then I suggest you really think about why you’re buying the item (and why you feel the need to emulate an idea that isn’t real in the first place—celebrities often get those items for free). Buying a designer bag isn’t going to make you Jessica Simpson.
If it is quality you want—rarely are knock-offs good quality—then look for high quality, mid-priced bags from designers like Coach, Hype, Kenneth Cole, Donna Karan, Cole Haan, etc. You’ll find these bags for up 75% off at stores like Nordstrom’s Rack, Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, and their outlet stores. Furthermore, designer label doesn’t always equal quality. For example, a very famous designer makes a nylon bag that just because it has its label on it retails for over $300. You could buy the same bag, same quality for around $30 at your local T.J. Maxx.
Smartbargains.com Coupon: Save up to 65% off
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Save up to 65% off spring fashions for the entire family at Smartbargains.com Head to the site and find great deals on Kenneth Cole, Gucci, Tods, and more. Plus new customers save 15% off orders over $100.
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50% Off Women’s Designer Outerwear at Smartbargains.com
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When it’s 50 degrees outside, the last thing you want to think about is winter. However, right now is the best time to start stocking up on basics like a nice winter coat. Find coats from designers like DKNY and Kenneth Cole from 50% off online at Smartbargains.
Bluelfy.com Blue Sale—Save Up to 75% on Major Designer Labels
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Bluefly’s biggest sale of the season is here. Enjoy great deals including designers Chanel, YSL, Cole Haan, Kenneth Cole, Prada, BCBG Max Azria, Nicole Miller, A.B.S, Vera Wang, Via Spiga, Michael Kors, Theory & more. I might actually be able to afford to a real Gucci bag without giving up lunch for 3 months. Ends 2/31/06.
Kenneth Cole Coupon: 25% Off
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Tis the season for Friends and Family Coupons like this one from the lovely folks at Kenneth Cole. Save an extra 25% clothing, shoes, bags, etc. for men and women. Now maybe I could buy a new pair of boots.
Yummy: Kenneth Cole Batwing Shirt
I love Kenneth Cole because they sell stylish shoes in size 11. I’m also in love with this shirt from their spring line. it is something about batwing sleeves that makes me feel warm and tingly in all my special spots. It is sort of like, Rainbow Brite meets Batman. Makes me want to throw on a scarf, rent a convertible for like $20 from Priceline and head down to Atlantic City blasting R.Kelly’s “I Believe I Can Fly”.
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