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Celebrity Style, Department Stores, Designer Fashions, High End Department Stores, How to Wear, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on October 17th, 2007
Last night a few stars came out in Beverly Hills for the opening of the Elie Tahari boutique in Saks Fifth Avenue – Kristen Bell, Marcia Cross, and Stacy Keibler all walked the red carpet. We think we might have actually preferred Kristen Bell in something a little more fun and flirty, a cute dress perhaps? The high-necked, long top seemed to overwhelm her small frame. Stacy Keibler seemed a bit overly demure and covered-up as well – is there a fall chill in sunny California or what? Marcia Cross, however, was spot on in a sparkly, dressy number. Continue reading for some looks similar to those worn at the event.
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Tags: Elie Tahari, Kristen Bell, Marcia Cross, Red Carpet, Saks Fifth Avenue, Stacy Keibler
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Celebrity Style, Department Stores, Fashion News, High End Department Stores, Models, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on October 15th, 2007
In his latest edition of Barneys Babble, Simon Doonan teases us with the knowledge of whether Kate Moss has a corner office or lowly cubicle at the Topshop head office in London. He never gives us the dirt on that question, but says Kate, shown here at the Kate Moss for Topshop Barneys New York launch, is very popular with Topshop employees (gee, go figure) and that she tries on every design for her line herself. Apparently she comes in weekly for meetings and goes on coffee runs for workers, which is nice since they’re probably chained to their desks working on her stuff while she can flit in and out as she pleases.
[Image: Getty]
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Tags: Barneys Babble, Barneys New York, cropped biker jacket, Kate Moss, Kate Moss for Topshop, Simon Doonan, TopShop
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Celebrity Style, Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Fashion News, High End Department Stores, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on October 12th, 2007
The Daily Mail, a British newspaper, has reported that Barneys is marking up the price of items in Kate Moss’s Topshop collection. Flare jeans that cost £50 ($100) at Topshop cost $158 at Barneys. The Daily Mail predicts American shoppers may begin flying over to the UK for better shopping deals if this trend continues, the way UK shoppers have been hoping over to our side of the pond for years because clothing has traditionally cost less for them in America since the pound is currently stronger than the dollar.
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Tags: Barneys, Kate Moss, news, The Daily Mail, Top Shop, TopShop
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Footwear, New Fashions
By Andrea Thatcher on October 8th, 2007
Stacked wooden heels are high on the list (pun very much intended) this season to go with wide-leg trousers and other menswear inspired get-ups. Sister site Shoewawa.com reported on the fabulous pair from Yves Saint Laurent this season, a rounded pale wood heel paired nicely with a pointed patent leather toe, available at Barney’s and Barneys.com for $640. Christian Louboutin makes a fabulous wooden heel pump as well, sold at a rent-busting $735. If you’re not into sitting on a street corner holding a cardboard sign, try the J Shoes Oakley oxford pumps (right), available for $150 at shoes.com.
Tags: christina louboutin, heel, J Shoes Oakley oxford pumps, pump, shoes, stacked wood, wood heel, yves saint laurent
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Celebrity Style, Department Stores, Designer Fashions, High End Department Stores, Models, New Fashions, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on October 1st, 2007
We get our Topshop fix where we can here in the US, not to mention our Kate Moss fix. Luckily, Barney’s Co-Op supplies both with new Kate Moss for Topshop arrivals in a monochromatic black-white-gray color palette. I’m not quite as excited about these pieces as the original collection, I prefer a bit more color in my wardrobe, but Kate Moss acolytes will surely be pleased. The cropped leather biker jacket, $375, is clearly a standout piece. The scarf top, $55, and deep V dress, $160 are chic staples for any model wannabe.
Tags: Barney's Co-op, Kate Moss, Kate Moss for Topshop, leather biker jacker, TopShop
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Department Stores, Fashion News, High End Department Stores
By Andrea Thatcher on September 26th, 2007
Shop It to Me is almost like your own personal shopper. And at the same time, like going to a sample sale, only you don’t have to leave the house unless you know your favorite clothes are on sale in your size! When you sign in, you pick your favorite brands like Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Prada, DKNY, Armani, Juicy Couture and BCBG. They read through websites of top retailers such as Macy’s, Saks, Bloomie’s, Gap and Bluefly to find your faves in your size. You can receive daily, weekly, or semi-weekly emails that only alert you if they find what is on sale in your size.
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Tags: "free shopping service", "Shop It To Me", Ann Taylor, Armani, BCBG, Bloomie’s, Bluefly, Brooks Brothers, dkny, Finish Line, Foot Locker, GAP, Juicy Couture, Macy's, Macy’s, Prada, Road Runner Sports, Saks, Sports Authority
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Footwear, New Fashions
By Andrea Thatcher on September 18th, 2007
I am a huge boot fan, so whenever the weather starts to cool off, I try to pick up a few new pairs. Not only are boots are great way to turn an average outfit into a complete look, they’re also more comfortable than pumps and the knee-high ones are great for covering up your legs, whether you’re too lazy to shave or they’re just your least favorite body part. For knee-high boots, try a pair of gray Melinda boots (left), only $80 at Bakersshoes.com. Gray is super in this season, so match them with a gray chunky knit sweater or scarf. For a more dressed up look, go with this pair of Michela boots (right) from Aldo for $180. The shiny silver zipper reminds me of the exposed zipper dress seen on Chloe’s fall runway
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Tags: Aldo, ankle, Bakers Shoes, Bakersshoes.com, bootie, boots, Chloe, gray, Payless, Sigerson Morrison
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Celebrity Style, Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Fashion News, New Fashions, New York Fashion Week - Gossip, Retail News, Television
By Andrea Thatcher on September 14th, 2007
Oprah has worn many Vera Wang gowns over the years, so it makes sense that Vera would choose to debut her new lower-priced line Simply Vera Vera Wang for Kohls on Oprah’s show today. And right now, you can get 30% off of the pieces on the Kohl’s Web site. Check after the jump for some of our favorite pieces, and check back next week for more reviews of the line!
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Tags: Kohl's, Oprah Winfrey, Simply Vera Vera Wang, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Vera Wang, Vera Wang for Kohl's
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Department Stores, Sales and Specials
By Elaine LaPersonerie on September 12th, 2007
From October 18th to the 21st all Saks stores and Saks.com will donate 2% of sales to women’s cancer charities and Off 5th stores will donate 1% of sales up to $1 million to local and national women’s cancer charities. In addition, all proceeds from the sale of Juicy Couture’s limited edition T-shirt will benefit the Women’s Cancer Research Fund, a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation. The long-sleeve white T-shirts reading “viva la cure” will be available for $35 in sizes S-XL. “Key To The Cure” is a great way to extend support to a very worthy cause.
(image: eifoundation.org)
Tags: Entertainment Industry Foundation, Juicy Couture, Juicy Couture limited-edition T-shirt, key to the cure, Off 5th, Saks, Women's Cancer Research Fund
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Fashion News
By Andrea Thatcher on September 12th, 2007
While the Neiman Marcus 100th Anniversary catalog floats through your hands this fall, don’t forget to take note of the limited edition luxe items gracing those glossy pages. The year calls for celebration with exquisite taste, and designers including Giorgio Armani, Manolo Blahnik, and Gucci have created limited-edition products to honor the event. Neiman Marcus stores are gearing up for the celebration with special fashion presentations, an anniversary luncheon in Dallas, and exclusive gifts scattered throughout department stores around the country. If you’re looking for a way to freshen up your wish list this year, take a look at the birthday favorites (above and at the jump) available in-store and online (for a limited time, of course). The Gucci Britt Medium Tote (above) is a delicious mix of toffee, silver, and rust-colored details with gold guccissima print and GG logo throughout.
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Tags: Dana Buchman trench coat, Gucci bag, Kate Spade Opheila Sequin Ballerina shoes, Neiman Marcus 100th Anniversary, Nicole Miller Silk Dress, Roberto Cavalli Animal-Print Dress
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Fashion News, Footwear, New Fashions, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on September 6th, 2007
Saks Fifth Avenue unveiled its expanded designer shoe department this August, inviting shoe enthusiasts to browse with ease on a floor that reportedly has its own zip code. The flagship store in New York City is dazzling shoppers with attractive displays—over 100,000 designer pairs in inventory—along with luxe amenities such as private shopping appointments, rotating pedestals, and plenty of space to try on a few (dozen) pairs at your leisure. It’s a trip to shoe heaven for any well-heeled enthusiast, and you’ll find more than just the average collections at this ritzy emporium. Accessories and refreshments await on the eighth floor—from Dior to Christian Louboutin—it’s too soon to tell if you might need a traveler’s map to find your way around.
Tags: Christian Dior, Christian Louboutin, New York City, Saks Fifth Avenue shoe department
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Fashion News, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on August 31st, 2007
Those in our nation’s capital will soon be able to shop the nation’s beloved Bloomies at a new store at Chevy Chase, September 27. Sign up now for an invitation to the private preview on the 26th and a $25 gift card.
Tags: "D.C. shopping", "gift cards", Bloomingdales, grand opening, new stores, Washington
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Department Stores, Designer Fashions, Footwear, Sale Roundup
By Andrea Thatcher on August 31st, 2007
PinkMascara: $50 off any purchase $250 or more, Friday through Monday. Check out 3.1 Phillip Lim sweaters and Pink Mascara’s Lookbook for complete fall ensembles.
J. Crew: Goodbye-Summer, Hello-Fall Sale with cute sandals and espadrilles under $30 and lots of nautical-themed knits more than 50% off.
Macy’s: The Labor Day Sale is a great excuse to use those Macy’s coupons burning a hole in your wallet featuring 10-50% off and an extra 25% off clearance items.
Target: It’s your last chance to shop Libertine for Target, and some styles are already on sale. Mossimo split-kneck elbow sleeve sweaters are only $14.99.
Tags: "Labor Day Sales", Accessories, Designer Fashions, fall fashion, sales, shoes
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Department Stores, Fashion News, Retail News
By Andrea Thatcher on July 23rd, 2007
If you’re anything like me, you mostly venture into Lord & Taylor for a bonus gift event at your favorite makeup counter, an end-of-season sale on Ralph Lauren sweaters or a Christmas gift for your grandmother. But the mid-range retailer is looking to get you in stores and on their Web site more often with a $10 million image campaign. The overhaul is more about branding the store as a more modern destination for classic fashions than getting you to buy one specific item, according to WWD, and they swear they’re not trying to go too young and hip.
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Tags: "Lord & Taylor", "regional department stores", Shiny Media, ShinyStyle, WWD
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Saks Fifth Avenue has Prada shoes on sale, and if I were you, I’d be headed there right now! Soft, supple black leather 
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