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The Devil Shops at Macy’s: Cheap Accessories at Department Store (Over) Prices
So I’m in Macy’s looking for accessories to wear with my outfit for the book party (very punk rock meets ghetto supastar). My goal was to put together my entire book party outfit—including shoes and handbag—for less than $50. Here’s what I got so far:
- A dress, $25.62. A Vivienne Tam knock-off. Off-the-shoulder drop-waist, light yellow jersey knit dress with a Japanese inspired Geisha print on the front from Macy’s.
- shoes, $17.99. 4-inch espadrille-like wedges with black straps that lace up my leg.
- purse, Free. Black vintage clutch that I “borrowed” six years ago from my grandmother.
I got all the basics for the outfit and still had about $7.00 left for some accessories. Channeling the spirit of Patricia Field (for those of you who don’t know who she is, Ms Field, one of my imaginary best friends, is one of the first and by far the best stylist to ever touch a piece of clothing—she created the looks for ‘Sex and the City’ and ‘The Devil Wears Prada’. Rachel Zoe wished she had just a tiny ounce of her style.), I decided that a few “jade” bracelets would complete the vibe.
So, while walking through Macy’s, I spotted the perfect accessory, green plastic “jade” bracelets. Spotting these bracelets, filled me with the type joy you can only experience when you’re looking for something specific AND you actually find it. This joy lasted until I saw the price—the plastic “jade” bracelets cost $36.00. Now, maybe it’s just me, but paying $36.00 for two thin green plastic bracelets is crazy. Especially when I can put an extra $13 to the price and buy a REAL jade bracelet, from jewelry designer, Kenneth Jay Lane.
You know, It never fails to amaze me how department stores continue to slap high prices on accessories that you can easily find at your local H&M. No wonder they’re doing bad. And Macy’s, which can, at times, have a few good deals, is perhaps the biggest accessory gouge around. It’s like they’ve become the Neiman Marcus of lower end accessories.
So, this is what I did . . .I switched channels (Patricia has a permanent spot on my fashion TiVo) to another one of my favorite fashionistas, the Village Voice’s Lynn Yaeger, and headed to the Payhalf store next door. I purchased a bunch of gold bangles, a geometric gold necklace, and pair of hoop earrings for $9. Total outfit cost - $52.61.
Neiman Marcus Summer Sale: Save Up to 75% Off
THIS SALE HAS ENDED.
Neiman Marcus is having a major online sale, with prices so reasonable on classic pieces like the Chetta B lightweight wool dress shown above ($50.00), you’ll almost hestitate to call the store by its nickname “Needless Mark-up”. If you’re a fan of designer fashions, this is the time to stock up on classic pieces (Remember the Perfect Ten) in prep for the upcoming fall season. Find complete suits from designers like Ellen Tracy and Theory starting at $70.00 for the COMPLETE SUIT (cheaper than Marshall’s), lightweight silk sweaters from $20.00 and Cinzia Rocca wool coats from $198.
Plus, petite and plus size fashions are on sale as well.
Readers: Get free shipping by using coupon code SAVE6 at the checkout.
Contest Alert: Win A $500 Shopping Spree to King of Prussia Mall
Take this short survey and be entered to win a $500 giftcard to the King of Prussia Mall in King of Prussia, PA (outside Philly). I don’t live near Philly anymore, but I might have to enter this contest because KOP is a EXCELLENT mall with a billion stores, including Bloomingdales, L&T, Neiman’s, and a Cheesecake Factory. Contest ends June 30, 2006.
Shopping Advice: Bargain Shopping in Las Vegas
Dear Budget Fashionista: What are the best places for bargain shopping in Las Vegas
A: Personally, I think the best places to do real bargain shopping in Las Vegas is at the outlets (read below my comments on pawn shops). Las Vegas has more shopping outlets per capita than probably any other place in the world. which is just fine my me. At the Fashion Outlet Las Vegas. you’ll find a pretty good Williams Sonoma Outlet, as well as outlets from companies like Coach, Last Call Neiman Marcus, St. John Knits, Tod’s, Burberry, etc. at the Fashion Outlet Las Vegas. It is about a 10-minute (around $10) taxi ride from the strip or you can use the shuttle from the MGM Grand.
Head to the site, to get more information on the outlet (as well as a link to a coupon to save an additional $3.00 off the shuttle service). Make sure you get a discount book with coupons for additional savings at the mall.
There is also another, outlet mall (Las Vegas Premium Outlets) located about 10 minutes or so from New York New York (about a $10-15 taxi ride) between the strip and Downtown Las Vegas. They have a Dolce & Gabbana, Tahari, etc outlet. Go to Premium Outlets and register for the VIP club to receive even more savings.
I would also check out the shopping mall on the other end of the strip near Treasure Island and Circus, Circus. It isn’t a discount mall, but they have some great stores, like Neiman Marcus and Saks. Since it is the end of the season, these stores are probably having pretty good sales. Some people like the pawnshops (which, of course, are EVERYWHERE). Personally, I feel kind of creepy buying something that was someone else’s misfortune. However, if a pawnshop had a pair of Cartier gold and diamond earrings for less than $500 bucks I would purchase it as quick as you can say “bankruptcy”.
Neiman Marcus First Call Sale
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The Neiman First Call Sale started on Monday at NeimanMarcus.com and in store today. Save up to 65% off (bringing the items to an affordable price range) major designers like Balenciaga, Marc Jacobs, Gucci, and more. Plus use coupon code: NMSALE for free shipping. (thanks California Style for the tip).
The Bridge is (ALL) Over: Karl Lagerfeld’s new Signature Line
According to Hip-Hop legend KRS-One “The Bridge is Over”. Well, that might be true for rappers from Queens, but not for famous fashion designers. The fashion world has their La Perla’s in a bunch over the launch of Karl “the incredible shrinking designer” Lagerfeld’s new signature line. Laggy will join an expanding community of fellow high-end designers like Marky Marc (Marc Jacobs) and R-Rock (Ralph Lauren), who have found fame and money in developing bridge lines. The line, which is considered mid-priced (crazy talk), features dresses, jeans and T shirts from $95 on up. Find the line at your local Needless Mark-Up (aka Neiman Marcus) or online at neimanmarcus.com on March 17th and March 18th.
P.S. Betcha five bucks he shows up on Oprah by the end of this month.
Neiman Marcus Cashmere Sale
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Neiman Marcus is having a huge sale, starting at 40% off, on cashmere sweaters from designers like Tory Burch, Christopher Fischer, and Theory. In fact, most of the sweaters are as much as 70% off, which is perfect for people like me who can’t wear the itchier (is that even a word?) version of the natural fabric.
Menswear Sale at Last Call Neiman Marcus
A sale for the fellas and the women who shop for them:
Starting today, Friday, December 2, take 20% off Last Call store’s regular prices on men’s apparel and accessories throughout the store, including men’s suits, sport coats, dress shirts, neckwear, sportswear, outerwear and more. Don’t delay - sale ends Sunday, December 4, 2005!
Neiman Marcus First Call Sale: Free Shipping Code and Discount Designer Fashion
THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED.
Just got this email about Neiman Marcus’ FIRST CALL SALE, with a code (promo code FIRST) for FREE SHIPPING* with an order of $175 or more. Save as much as 40% off original prices during the FIRST CALL SALE. Plus there’s a private shopping night happening today—contact a sales associate for details.
*To receive free standard shipping, enter the promo code FIRST in the promotional box in your shopping cart during checkout. The value of your order must total $175 before shipping and tax. This offer applies to standard shipping on internet orders only but does not apply to the NM Gift Card, items shipped directly from the manufacturer, items that state “Shipping Only,” bridal registry items, or the additional $5 charge applied when shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, or some U.S. territories. The $8 charge added for each additional shipping address still applies. This offer cannot be applied to previous purchases. International shipping not available with online purchases. Offer expires 11/14/05 at midnight CT.
Last Call Neiman Marcus Sale Continues
From the Neiman Marcus Outlet Folks:
St. John Knits Outlets
Each week we receive tons of e-mails asking where to find St. John Knits Outlet stores. Here is a listing of ALL the St. John Knits Outlet stores we know about. If you can’t find a store near you, try the Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus Outlet stores.
Desert Hills Premium Outlets- Cabazon, CA
Camarillo Premium Outlets- Camarillo, CA
Great Mall of the Bay Area- Milpitas, CA (near San Jose)
Colorado Mills Outlet Center- Lakewood, CO
Miromar Outlets- Estero, FL (Naples)
Sawgrass Mills-Sunrise, FL (Ft. Lauderdale)
Prime Outlets at Queenstown- Queenstown, MD (Washington, D.C.)
Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas, Primm, NV (Las Vegas)
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets- Central Valley, NY (near NYC)
Broadway- San Antonio, TX
Prime Outlets at San Marcos- San Marcos, TX
Prime Outlets at Pleasant Prairie- Pleasant Prairie, WI (near Chicago)
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