Neiman Marcus Last Call Summer Clearance Sale

Big news, style-seekers, here’s a great opportunity to shop fashion's top names for women’s, men’s and children's apparel, shoes, jewelry, handbags and more! From July 22 to August 3, Neiman Marcus Last Call Stores will be holding a massive Summer Clearance Sale with savings of up to 80% off Neiman Marcus original prices! This is the perfect opportunity to scoop up some luxurious, in-season designer clothes and designer handbags, as well as designer shoes and accessories that were previously sold in Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores and without the high-end, designer price tag.

And if you’ve been looking for an excuse to get out your Neiman Marcus credit card (as if we need one!), here it is: If you use your Neiman Marcus card, you’ll enjoy an additional 5% off your entire purchase!

With so many chic designer labels to choose from, you’re sure to find something to quench your thirst for style on these hot summer days. Here are just a few of the Neiman Marcus Last Call Summer Clearance items that have caught my eye:

I love a roomy handbag and the Chloe Pearl Metallic Satchel is a gorgeous one. Originally priced at $1,550, this designer handbag by Chloe had been previously marked down to $930 at the Neiman Marcus Last Call Stores. And now this gorgeous designer handbag has been reduced an extra 30% to $651. The Pearl Metallic hue goes with just about everything, and the high quality of the Chloe designer label means that you’ll enjoy it for many years to come.

Also from Chloe, the Bay Patent Large Tote shown below is positively lust-worthy. This is a true statement designer handbag, made of sumptuous patent calfskin in eye-catching glossy black. Originally priced at $2160, this stunner had been previously reduced to $1295 at NM Last Call Stores. As part of the NM Last Call Summer Clearance, it’s been marked down an extra 30% to $906.50. I could definitely justify dipping into my vacation fund for this one. ;-)

Oh look I just can’t help myself…..lol. I also love these Tory Burch kitten heel slides called Aerin and available in many colors. Originally priced at $250, these chic slides by Tory Burch had been previously marked down to $149 at the NM Last Call Stores. Now with an extra 20% at the Neiman Marcus Last Call Summer Clearance, they’ve been discounted down to $120 :)

So, if you’re lucky enough to live near a Neiman Marcus Last Call Store, you may want to take advantage of this fantastic Summer Clearance Sale. Even if you don’t live near one, what better excuse for a day trip!? After all, we still have two glorious months of summer ahead of us, so why not forget about Fall and pick up a stylish new designer piece (or two) that you can enjoy right now? Carpe Diem and Happy Shopping all!

July 24 Update - EXTRA 50% OFF on Neiman Marcus Clearance Prices

Now get an EXTRA 50% OFF on top of already-reduced clearance prices

July 24-27: TAKE AN EXTRA 50% OFF Last Call Store's already-reduced clearance items. For four days only, all Neiman Marcus clearance merchandise, already color-stamped an extra 20%, 35%, 50% or 75% OFF, is an EXTRA 50% OFF giving a total savings of 75% to 90% OFF original Neiman Marcus prices!

Don't miss these four days of mega-deals.

August 6 Update - Four Days of Special Savings

Don't miss Last Call Store's special offer of 20% to 30% off merchandise in departments throughout the store for four days only. Today through Sunday, check out deals on select items in contemporary apparel, men's and women's shoes, handbags, and jewelry! Plus, ask an associate how you can save an extra 30% off already-reduced color-stamped clearance items!

Michael Jackson Clothing Line to be Launched?

In her post Fashion Icon, Michael Jackson is Dead, on Friday June 26, Sally wrote "not only was Michael Jackson a musical genius, he was also a fashion and style icon.....He influenced an entire generation with his cutting edge fashion and style. Undeniably Michael Jackson was as much a fashion icon as he was a musical genius." And now, as the world continues to mourn the tragic loss of Michael Jackson, comes even

more heartbreaking news. Not only was the King of Pop on the verge of what could have been a massive musical comeback, he was also about to see another longtime dream come true – the launch of his own fashion line. Jackson had been working on the clothing line with close friend, French fashion designer and entrepreneur, Christian Audigier. Sadly, the music and style icon did not live to see his dream become reality.

Discussing the planned collaboration last June, Audigier told People magazine, “It’s the merging of the King of Pop with the king of fashion. Something explosive is going to happen.”

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Since the superstar’s death on June 25, Audigier has said that Jackson planned to bring some of his own distinctive style to the clothing line. He told BANG Showbiz, “It was based on various types of merchandising on different products, also accessories. What he wanted from me was the T-shirts and the hoodies and the caps. And it was very kind of royalist - kind of a mix of the real Michael Jackson and his alter-ego as the King of Pop.”

The Ed Hardy designer, who has contributed to designer brands such as Von Dutch™, Diesel, Fiorucci and Bisou Bisou, had also reportedly been working with Jackson on the stage costumes for the singer’s highly anticipated “This is It” tour which was to begin in London this week. On June 30, People magazine offered an exclusive look at what would have been a wardrobe truly fit for a King. According to designers Michael Bush and Dennis Tompkins, the electric array of costumes included a new Billie Jean suit with 7.5 lbs of Swarovski crystals and 60 lights! For crowd-favorite Thriller, fiber-optic lights had been sewn onto his classic red leather jacket for a surprise light show timed to the music! In total, Jackson's costumes would have featured an unprecedented 300,000 Swarovski crystals in 43 sizes and 27 different colors. What an incredible show that would have been!

The status of Michael Jackson’s clothing line is currently unknown, although there are some reports (see the Florida Panthers Blog by SunSentinel.com) indicating that Audigier plans to move forward. If he does, it will be fascinating to see to what it looks like. Jackson was such a pioneer of style. He turned a sequined glove and a red leather motorcycle jacket into cultural symbols, and inspired countless children, teens and even adults to emulate his style. Whether it was his military-inspired accessories, embellished jackets or any of his other iconic looks, who can’t recall a fashion trend that was inspired by the King of Pop?

To this day, Michael Jackson continues to be a source of inspiration for designers around the world. For his spring / summer 2009 collection, fashion designer Christophe Decarnin famously showed Jackson-esque crystal-embellished military and bandleader jackets for French fashion house Balmain, a fave among A-list celebs.

And just yesterday, designer Eric Tibusch paid tribute to Jackson at his Paris show with a collection of elaborate body suits worn over leggings. The ensembles were inspired by Jackson’s “Dangerous” era, while a leather jacket with criss-crossed zippers recalled the King of Pop’s wardrobe from the “Bad” CD cover. Tibusch told the Associated Press, “I wanted to give homage to him and say ‘thank you for the eighties, thank you for the inspiration, and you will continue to live with us.’”

As was reported on June 24th in People Magazine’s Style News, Style Watch, when talk of the Michael Jackson clothing line originally surfaced last year, it was to be launched exclusively at LA’s trendy Kitson boutique. At the time, Kitson owner Fraser Ross told People, “Michael Jackson is an international pop icon who has had a huge following throughout his career. I think people will think it’s hip to wear his line. Through all his ups and downs people still love him. He still has a huge fan base.”

Since his untimely death, that fan base has intensified to new heights. If Audigier moves forward with the Michael Jackson clothing line, will he include more elaborate pieces as a tribute to Michael? It will be interesting to find out!

It will also be fascinating to see who else jumps on the Jackson fashion bandwagon. Reporting from yesterday’s heart-wrenching memorial at the Staples Centre, Variety interviewed one woman who had traveled from Australia to pay tribute to her idol. Like thousands of others, she was clad in a Jackson-inspired black-and-white outfit with a silver-sequined armband. "I used all my miles,” she said. “I went to Neverland. I did six interviews. I've been on Yahoo! Entertainment. I own six fashion boutiques in Australia and I'm going to design a Michael Jackson line of clothing." She said that her first project would be a shirt with a sequined armband, adding that she planned to spend today (Wednesday) researching Michael Jackson t-shirts.

So, who knows? We may be in store for an influx of Jackson-inspired clothing and accessories as the world mourns the loss of one of the greatest talents to have ever lived. One thing is for sure though: As R&B star Usher sang in one of yesterday’s most moving performances, he is definitely “Gone too Soon.”

4th July Fashion Sales

As any fashionista will know there are many sales during the 4th July holiday weekend. Here’s a quick roundup of some of my fave 4th of July summer fashion sales.

Boohoo 4th July Summer Sale

Look city sleek and chic in the summer heat at up to 50% off at the boohoo 4th of July Summer Sale with a big range of chic clothing, swimwear, handbags, shoes and accessories on sale. There’s something for every fashionista here for both work and play and in all the hottest Spring/Summer 2009 styles and colors.

80's Purple Half-Yearly Summer Sale

Bag 30% OFF Today Only at this Red, White & Purple sale event! At the 80's Purple half-yearly sale event, to make room for fall they've made their largest reductions to date. They are continually discounting product daily over the next few days, so shop now and shop again....and again.

Use code fireworks during the 80's Purple Half-Yearly Summer Sale and you’ll bag 30% off on 4th of July and 25% off on July 5th and 6th as well as an extra 10% off already reduced sale items with code extra10. Sale items have already been reduced 30 to 75% OFF suggested retail prices!!!

I like the Women's lace Chiffon Tye Dyed Dress (Cobalt) by Hype shown above. This pleated silk dress with lace underlay at the chest was originally priced at $178 but now on sale at $133.

Happy 4th of July Summer Sale with 30% off at Tobi

Light up your 4th of July holiday weekend and take 30% off regular priced items with code FIREWORKS30 on a big range of popular designers and brands at Tobi. This sale ends Monday, July 6, 11:59pm PST and excludes some brands as well as items already on sale.

As well as designer jeans, you'll love the big range of available designer cocktail, day and evening dresses as well as the designer handbags and shoes. I love the BB Dakota range of apparel, especially the BB Dakota Ronson Dress but my pick is the flirty Bosworth Dress shown below priced at $57.

July 4th Blow Out Sale at ChickDowntown.com

Use code JULY4 to Save 30% on everything including sale items at ChickDowntown.com until Monday, July 6th at 11:59pm. You'll shop an extraordinary assortment of beautiful designer clothing, denim and swimwear, as well as designer shoes and designer handbags at the ChickDowntown.com 4th of July Sale.

Independence Day Sale Charlotte Russe

Celebrate Independence Day at Charlotte Russe with 20% Off Sitewide plus 50% OFF the Sale Section through July 6!!! There’s some really chic items here :)

Summer Sale Up To 75% Off Handbags and Shoes

Shop the Clearance Sale at Mary Norton and save up to 70% on all handbags and shoes plus free shipping with code SUMMERSALE at checkout. This great summer sale ends July 7.

More 4th July & Summer Fashion Sales to Consider

* Take $50 off orders over $150 with code JULY4 at the Couture Candy 4th of July Summer Sale. This offer extends through to July 5th at 11:59pm but excludes sale items, James Jeans, Gold Hawk, TAG and Signorelli. Believe me even with these exclusions you’ll find a big range of designer clothing as well as designer shoes and designer handbags and accessories at this sale.

* Celebrate the 4th and save 20% on NEW ARRIVALS and SUMMER SALE Markdowns at Emily Grace! Use Code FIREWORKS through Monday, July 6th! Emily Grace stocks an excellent range of popular high-end fashion designer staples including clothing, denim. swimwear, shoes and handbags from designers such as Botkier, William Rast, Milly, Splendid and more.

* The Summer Sale at Dorothy Perkins is now up to 70% off. Shop the Dorothy Perkins Summer Sale now.

* During the July 4th Sale at eModa.com take an additional 20% off any sale item over $100 with code Jul09. This coupon expires July 6th, 2009.

* Celebrate the 4th with 40% Off on selected designer and brand merchandise at Bloomingdale's online and 20 to 65% on a selection of items in store. This offer extends to July 5 and discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

* Looking for a pair of heels at the high-end of town? If so and you want to indulge your summer urge for a dab of decadence, then check out the Cadadei scintilating heels now on sale at Fozieri.

* For 6hrs Only, 6am-12pm bag 60% OFF storewide at the Per Lei Boutique's 4th July Sale plus 20% OFF one Fall item. This fantastic offer is valid through August 31st. At Per Lei Boutique you'll find chic and stylish mix of designer collections and accessories. Located at 2 E. State Street Media, PA 19063, inside of B. Gross Menswear.

*Psst!!! At the Lindsay Lou 4th of July SALE you’ll bag 34% OFF full-priced items with code happy34. This is a one day online only sale starting tonight at midnight EST!

* Get 50% OFF at the Jimmy Choo online Boutique!!!

* Save Up to 70% OFF SALE now at Karen Millen!

* You’ll find great savings at the 7 For All Mankind Sale which ends Sunday July 5th, 11:59pm PST.

* Check out the Semi-Annual Clothing Sale Up to 60% at Victoria's Secret

* Shop for your celebrity style favorites, then take an extra 25% off with code SAVE25 for up to 70% at Famous Fashions.

* Happy Birthday America with 20% Off at the Sitewide Sale at Singer22 with code FIREWORKS20. This sale ends Sunday July 5 at midnight. (Some designers excluded).

* At the Lindsay Lou 4th of July SALE you’ll get 34% OFF full-priced items with code happy34, one day only!

* 4th of July Sale, save 30% on all non-sale items at IvyBlue.com with code july4 through July 4!

* 50% off Clearance + More through July 7 on all clearance apparel, shoes and accessories at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores only.

* Celebrate Independence Day with 25% Off Your Entire Order at Sabonnyc.com through July 5th!

* Isis has reduced prices on everything on its Sale Page! Save up to 75% on select styles during the Isis 4th of July Sale.

Happy 4th to all!!!