Sample Sale Bonanza in NYC............Who Say's Lucky Doesn't Give Back, Huh?

Nikka New York (Moving Blowout Sample Sale)
2/25/09- 2/28/09

214 W. 39th St.(btwn 7th & 8th Aves.)
Suite #907
New York, NY 10018
(212) 302-4284

Wed-Sat 11am-7pm

Tops now $30-$80, orig. $230 and up
Jackets now $90, orig. $350
Dresses now $40-$125, orig. $150-$500



Vintage and New Designer Handbags
2/26/09- 2/28/09

135 W. 52nd St. - Flatotel Hotel(btwn 6th & 7th Ave)
5th Floor
New York, NY 10019
(917) 453-6687

"Sample Sale Productions has the largest selection of Chanel assembled outside of Chanel. Find hundreds of new and mint vintage designer handbags up to 70% off, as well as designer sunglasses, jewelry, coats, and furs. For three days only, shop Chanel and other favorite designers including Fendi, Louis Vuiton, Hermes, Prada, Dior, and more at up to 70% off" (shouts to TS for this one)....



Patti Rose Presents - J. Mendel and Oscar de la Renta
2/24/09- 2/25/09

124 E. 58th St.(btwn. Park & Lexington Ave.)
Ground Fl.
New York, NY 10022
(917) 533-8251

Tue 9am-7pm
Wed 9am-6pm

Seriously, I saved the best for last....As you all know J. Mendel is the eye/ designer to the stars....Beyonce, Jessica Alba, Demi Moore, Hillary Swank and Rihanna are just a few of the names to be blessed....Now you can join this brat pack of starlets that light up your televisions (man I sound like an infomercial, huh?)...Anywhoo, this is the one you don't want to miss...Savings up to 85% off retail...Also, find other designer fashions by Oscar de la Renta, Bill Blass, Steilmann and much more....

Fashion Alert...............Dana Davis..........The Safety Dance!

You're probably looking at the subtitle to this wonderful post and asking yourself, "the safety dance?"....Has lucky finally lost his mind? No, I haven't. In fact this very essence of the new collection from Dana Davis is based on one thing..safety for your feet....There are over 50 bones and lord knows how many ligaments in your feet alone, yet everyday you see women who take their shoes off to rub those "ole dogs" (yes that term applies to women as well)...What I love about this collection is not just the safety precautions which the brand has taken, but the attention to style while keeping a close eye on the safety details.

Here is an excerpt from the Dana Davis website and do remember to check out the pics below:

"Dana Davis is a revolutionary new salon collection that melds luxury styling with innovative comfort technology. Named for the company’s owner Dana Davis, the brand was inspired by her quest to find exquisite, fashion-forward shoes that would reflect the most sophisticated designer tastes and still support the health of the wearer. The Dana Davis brand is based on the belief that cutting-edge style and comfort are not mutually exclusive; the chic, design-driven silhouettes are handcrafted in Italy with a focus on luxury, high-fashion elegance and meticulous construction.

Dana has joined forces with leading foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Bob Baravarian, who has engineered each style in the collection from the inside out with strategic cushioning, customized arch supports and built-in or removable orthotics".

Fashion Eye: Thom Browne Fall2009.....

What do we have in store for 2009, huh? A great year with so many things happening from Mickey Rourke's incredible comeback to a Slumdog becoming millionaire......the world is abuzz with wonderful, beautiful and unique art....One of the biggest advertisements for the creative mind has always been fashion. I look forward to doing a fashion spotlight on Thom Browne but till then, I invite you to enjoy the collection for Fall 2009....

Check out the whole collection HERE

Check out some of my favorites:

MCM..........Don't Call It A Comeback

During its eighties heyday, MCM's logo-branded merch had a Vuitton-like appeal, at least among rappers, many of whom wore bootleg clothing emblazoned with the symbol (Eric B and Just-Ice come to mind). MCM lost its cachet here during the late nineties and early 2000s, but after a series of recent store launches in Asia (and a restoration of hip-hop's favor), it's poised for a comeback....even though I ask you not to call it that...

1 W. 58th St.
New York, NY
212-832-2626

Check Out The Creative Website HERE

Fashon Alert...................Vein Wear.....I Got Nothing (Sorry)...

I usually come up with something catchy or whimsy in order to introduce a brand, but when they do such a great job........who am I to mess with genius? Words taken Directly from their website:

"The term “designer” is often
used loosely in the shoes, mens shoes, mens fashion industry, and certainly so by a
number of factories mass
producing male footwear that
copy the fashion leaders.
Vein does it differently. How
you’d expect true designer shoes to be created for you.
Each original design is sketched,
first as a conceptual, and then
worked and re-worked into final
drawings with graphite on paper.
Then, prototype dress shoes are
meticulously crafted. Drawn by
hand, made by hand."

Now that's creative.....enjoy!

Don't foget to check out the site HERE

Another Sample Sale...................There He Goes Again (By "He", I Mean ME)

So I've been hitting you up with sales from everywhere to nowhere.......This is one of those sample sales that came from out of nowhere from a brand that is known everywhere (I'll stop now).....Ever since she stepped on the scene (ala Chub Rock), Catherine Holtstein has gone her own lane, and carved a shortcut on the road to fashionista success.....I know this sample sale is going to be SiCkNeSs......btw, for those of you who can't jar your memory in order to remember who she is, check out the piece worn by Mischa Barton that had the world all "a twitter"....enjoy!

Catherine Holstein Sample Sale
213 W 35th St, 10001
Sat:10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sun:noon-6 p.m.
I will have a confirmation on the address for you later.....









Oh, check out this sick coverage vid (fashion week) from the good folk at Nylonmag

Fashion Update.................Nelli by Janice Jaraicie....Me Likes!

What I love about this brand is how it seems to fit on the model. Some of you are probably wondering what I mean.....well, this is a brand and style that seems to work well for the fully figured woman....the active woman....the ball player...the track and field star....The model is definately toned, and her shoulders show you that she stays active....yet the clothing sit so perfectly on her that her activity is not seen up front....just beauty lined with beautiful clothing.
But don't think Nelli is only for the active woman, because their website caters to all women and shows a sophistication and simplicity through color.....enjoy!

Check out the Fall collection byNELLI







Taken from Nelli's website:

"Born in Hong Kong, raised in both Saudi Arabia and Montreal, Canada, and having established the successful Nelli clothing line while living in San Diego, California; Janice Jaraicie’s dynamic make up has guided her creativity to be translated in the clothing she designs. Inspired by the classic elegance of Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe, and ingenuity of modern day divas Betsy Johnson and Carolina Herrera; Janice Jaraicie crafts with the feminine, confident, graceful woman in mind. A love for world travel, music, sports cars, and the ability to speak four languages, this glamour girl lives life to the fullest and has a talent that demands the attention of the fashion world. Quality natural fabrics such as silk, cotton, and wool blends are used to create the quality that allow for each piece to contour the female body; the epitome of comfort and style. Fashion trends are merely guidelines; individual taste for simplicity, sophistication, and style embody the elements of what is Nelli by Janice Jaraicie."

Brooklyn Industries Sample Sale....................Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy (ewww, that one was corny)

Where can you go and shop till you drop and not feel as if you're breaking the bank....well I honestly don't know the answer to that question. What I do know is that Brooklyn Industries is known for having affordable style that will not dissapoint....they're having a sample sale and guess who's giving you the drop (drumroll please)......LUCKY.......enjoy!

Don't forget to check out the site HERE

801 Broadway (Between 11th & 12th)
New York, NY 10003
646.478.8871

Monday-Saturday 11:00am – 9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am – 8:30pm

Nicole Richie..............Hidden Brilliance???

EVERYONE has a hidden talent...........EVERYONE....period. Nicole Richie has been attacked by the media on her relationships, friendships and intelligence so much that we forget, EVERYONE has a hidden talent. Well when Ms. Richie dropped her 60's inspired jewelry collection House of Harlow, we didn't know what to expect.....I am soooooo happy it came out this impressively.....enjoy!

Btw to find some of her pieces, click HERE

"Raindrops Falling On My Head"...............I Love It When A Woman Pulls This Off....

I've been out advertising, setting up meetings and checking the fashion scene as usual.......well last week, my buddy Rachel had on the SICKNESS, Rainboots.....I had to give her a round of applause for the boots, and the fact that she rocked them on a sunny day (well semi-sunny I guess).....The good news is that I have fun shopping discounts and sales for you on these items (I just listed some of my favs)......aren't you LUCKY (pun intended btw)...enjoy!

Don't forget to check out the sale by clicking HERE

"SoHo" by London Fog


"Navy Daisies" by Chooka


Marc by Marc Jacobs


Hunter Original (gives that Silver Sable-esque or Emma Frost feel to me)


Tretorn Skerry Vinter

Insa Heels: Its Like "Sex In The City" meets "Beat Street"........I Like That One...

"The brand new line of London-based, limited-edition designs is the perfect marriage of sexy and edgy. The first collection consists of just three patterns, each printed onto the leather of round-toe, ten-centimeter stilettos then finished with a high gloss"......trust me, if you're a sneakerhead, you definately understand.

"INSA's world is one where fetishism, desire and graffiti collide; through extensive street level work and fine art INSA has taken the iconic high heel image and made it his own, infusing a simple, yet clever, graphic 'logo' with meaning and relevance. High heels represent a myriad of different things to different people; sex, money, fashion, the battle between masculine and feminine sexuality, dominant and submissive, consumerism and object fetishism; all of which are themes actively explored in INSA's work. Heels themselves are often, of course, objects of desire and objets d'art in their own right"....I get turned on just reading this...

The fantasy of 'INSA HEELS' is now a reality...

What I'm buggin out on is the shere brilliance of combining femme-chic with "graph"....Pure SICKNESS!

LEARN MORE AT insa-heels.com

Fashion Alert: Ingwa; Melero..................."My Chick Burnin down Bergdorf"

CHECK OUT THE COLLECTION HERE

Ingwa; Melero is crafted by the design team of Nike Ingwa Clausing and Tina Hernaiz Melero. Nike and Tina’s love of design began as childhood friends in a small town in Germany. Inspired by their mothers’ handcrafting books from the 70’s, they began making their own clothes at an early age. Soon, their hobby became obsession and they spent all of their free time designing outfits for themselves and their friends.





Nike’s passion led her to study tailoring at an haute couture house in Hamburg, Germany. She then went on to receive a degree in fashion design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Tina also pursued her dream, receiving a master’s degree in graphic design from Fachhoch-schule in Duesseldorf, Germany. The draw of the New York fashion scene soon took hold of both Nike and Tina, leading them to move to NYC permanently in 2001, where they founded Ingwa; Melero.



Ingwa; Melero’s incorporation of traditional handcrafting techniques, with fitted feminine silhouettes, continues to capture attention of the New York fashion scene, as well as the rest of the nation. Ingwa; Melero can currently be found at Henri Bendel, Bergdorf Goodman and numerous specialty boutiques in New York, Los Angeles and around the country....

Fashion Alert: Claudia Schulz...........Crickett Anyone!

And you thought I lost my wit and banter.......Well today lovely people, I like to show you one of the most interesting, thought out concepts missing in fashion....."creative head-wear"...There was a time when a woman (and men as well), were seen as distinguished with the proper hat. Women wore hats not just for Church or Funerals, but because it complimented the outfit and it made them look BAD (in the good way)....So today, I bring you Claudia Schulz....

"Claudia Schulz grew up in Berlin, Germany and moved to Vancouver, Canada in 1999. Her hat designs are inspired by European 1920’s and 1930’s styles. Each of Claudia’s pieces are uniquely designed based upon classic minimalist design principles showing simple lines, striking colours and refined accent details, creating a wearable, modern-urban hats"....(shouts to SD)...Enjoy the pics below:

CHECK OUT THE COLLECTION HERE

If I'm Going Out.........I'm Goin Out With "Guns Blazing"

"Justin Melnick is an avid photographer, digital artist, and has spent time oversees in the Middle East. All of these influences have come together in his latest project, titled Arm Me, Melnick imagines — quite vividly — what Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Pucci, and Chanel would add to standard ammunition" (shouts to JoshSpear). Ahem....How SICK is this???

Chanel Hit-man 22cal. with built in suppressor


Louis Vuitton AK-47


Gucci MP5 9mm Sub-Gun

10Deep LookBook Oh-8........Veni...Vidi..Vici (I Just Added the Oh-8 Part)

"Ten years ago, every conspiracy theorist and book-smart rapper forecasted the impending "New World Order"-- the plan of a secret government to control the world with an invisible hand. This Fall, we're chiming in with our own take on the real order of the new world, in a collection inspired by our country's crumbling economy and failed Manifest Destiny tactics" (words from 10Deep .....Some great thinkers slash writers were conspiracy theorist, but ahem "Lucky" for you, I just plan on giving you the beauty that is 10Deep....oh yea, "Novus Ordo Seclorum" (look it up)....enjoy!

CHECK OUT THE LOOKBOOK HERE