Can “Sex” be as Good Second Time Around?

Well after months of speculation the news is that HBO has announced that it is making a "Sex and the City" movie Sequel. In fact, it's already in the early stages of development.

When asked about the possibility of a Sex 2, Michael Lombardo, president of the HBO programming group, told reporters at the cable network's annual Television Critics Association press tour in Los Angeles today:

 

"There is enormous interest by Warner Bros. and New Line to do another Sex and the City and I think in fact they're trying to put that together now," said Michael Lombardo, HBO's President, Programming Group and West Coast Operations.

What do you think about a "Sex and the City", movie sequel?

Can "Sex" be as good the second time around?

Do you want to see more of Mr Big?

Will Big and Carrie have a baby?

4th July Designer Sample Sales and More!

Get 30% Off True Religion, Deener, Hank Vintage Threads, Sydney Los Angeles and Nina Swimwear at Couture Candy on July 4th. Simply enter code 04JULY2008 at the end of checkout. This offer ends midnight July 4th, 2008.

I like the Sydney Los Angeles Palm Beach mini dress in White and Black Paisley floral ($304) as shown here. The design features a palm tree motif and is made from lightweight silk cashmere blend giving the dress a luxurious feel. The low V-neck, slightly gathered sleeves, and cinched waistband give the dress a chic retro elegance. Great as a party dress worn with heels or pair it with sunglasses and flip-flops and head for the pool! Also check out the chic and sexy Sydney Los Angeles Sinclair Short available in Pearl Harbor Blue and Dawn White.

elle H boutique in Laguna Beach will be closed on Friday, July 4th however, you can save 25% on all full-priced merchandise on Saturday and Sunday. Visit elle H boutique online or at Laguna Beach, 1833 S. Coast Hwy at Pearl Street. Items that were sold for full price in the Laguna Beach store are now available at the elle H online boutique for at least 50% and up to 75% off!

The Elizabeth Charles 4th July Weekend Designer Sale with everything including some of my fave designers at between 50% and 75% Off is also definitely worth a look! The Karen Walker, fitted a line shorts shown here are really chic.

Get up to 75% OFF plus free shipping on designer labels including 3.1 Phillip Lim. Ella Moss and Juicy Couture at the Ron Herman last weekend of summer sale.

Get 50% OFF all Sky Clothing and Yvette Mandell at Glam Girl Bourtique! But Hurry! Selection is based on inventory! New arrivals have just come in, get the latest styles while they last! This deal ends today, July 4th at midnight! Check out the cute Sky Clothing Halter Gem Neck Top in Brown and Creme.

This week Matches Fashion has some fantastic new arrivals from the Pre-AW08 collections! Choose Yves Saint Laurent's sky-high wooden wedge in Turquoise and with dark green brush stroke effect straps. Stunningly unusual, they're sure to add wow-factor to your outfit. Also check out the Zagliani luxurious taupe lizard designer handbag, beautifully soft with a relaxed shape. Pricey yes but it's fabulously designed for chic and glamour and will make an utterly stylish addition to any look. And with navy set to challenge the fashion world's adoration of black, why not pre-empt the trend in Lanvin's beautiful velvet dress. The side bow adds a feminine touch to this demure dress, a perfectly chic piece!

Happy Fourth and Save another 15% storewide this weekend at Le Train Bleu and with all Spring styles already at 50% off you save BIG at Le Train Bleu. Enter coupon code "firecracker" at checkout to get the extra 15% through Monday July 5th. For a sophisticated and chic look check out the Aunt Judy Dress. The style that is becoming Heidi Merrick's signature dress The entire dress is made of silk habutai, and fitted in the waist and shoulders.

Designer Samples Sale

Designer Expo NYC Samples Sale

Now if you're going to be in NYC and want the latest designer fashions at way below retail prices, then check out the Designer Expo NYC Sample Sale.  At this designer sample sale you'll find Jeans, Dresses, Handbags, Hats, Shoes, Tops, Shorts and Tattoo Wear from designer labels including 7 For All Mankind, Antik Denim, Taverniti, Ed Hardy and many more. There full time store is now open with two floors, for men and women full of the latest and hottest designer labels sold at 40-80% off!

New shipments arriving daily! All sizes available and try-ons are permitted.

Mon-Sat  11am - 7pm
Sun 12pm - 7pm
Designer Expo NYC
440 Broadway
Between Grand and Howard, SOHO, NEW YORK NY 10012

Directions: Take N/R/W train to Canal Street
Take No. 6 train to Spring St & Lafayette.

For more info visit Designer Expo NYC online.

S.O.S. Designer Samples Sale

With all items marked down 40% - 80% below retail prices the S.O.S. 4th of July SOHO designer clothing and denim Samples Sale is also one to check out. There's thousands of items in both men's and women's current designer denim and summer fashions including designer clothing, jeans, business wear as well as designer handbags and much, much, more! Check out some of the designers and pricing:

• William Rast from $70 (they have hundreds of them!)
• People's Liberation from $60
• True Religion from $95
• Citizen Skirts from $60
• Joe's from $55
• Antik from $95
• Taverniti from $95
• 575 from $45
• Yanuk from $85
• Genetic from $45
• Designer Summer Dresses from $45 (hundreds in all different sizes!)
• Charm & Luck Handbags $70

New shipments will be coming in Daily and full fitting rooms are available for both men and women.

Women's sizes: 23 - 32 and XS - XL
Men's sizes:  28 - 42 and S - XXL

Dates & Times: Thurs. 7/03/08 through Sun. 7/06/08

Open from:  11am - 8pm daily

Location: 129 Prince St. (between Wooster & W. Broadway)
New York, NY 10012

Take the R train to the Prince St. stop on Broadway (just a couple of blocks away from the subway stop).

For more information visit SOS Sample Sales online.

Jewelry in the Sex and the City Movie

In the recent post "The Sex and the City (SATC) Movie and You!" I wrote that "if you ask me, it's the designer jewelry that has caught a lot of attention." Even while in the post Sex and the City, the Fashion Movie is here!, we wrote about the Sex and the City clothes,

shoes, handbags and jewelry worn by the girls in the SATC movie, it was the jewelry that was the hot topic of conversation in the comments on that post. These comments were posted by those who had seen the movie, some more than once, and many were asking about the jewelry.

Charlotte's Jewelry in the Sex and the City Movie

In particular, many of the comments were about the gorgeous Sex and the City jewelry worn by Kristin Davis in her role as the demure, polished and understated Charlotte and it was EmG of Bloomsburg who got the ball rolling in the very first comment on this post by asking:

"I really would like to find out who makes the jewelry that Charlotte was wearing for several scenes in the movie. There was a necklace with three flowers, then earrings with two flowers linked vertically, and then earrings with just one flower. They all looked like they were from the same line. Any help would be great!"

Others including Kristy and Evelyn soon followed. Kristy also asked about the jewelry that Charlotte was wearing and added that:

"I definitely know that the necklace Charlotte was wearing in the scene where the girls are having lunch discussing "coloring" is from Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sweet Collection."

Based on the interest I went out researching and came back with what I thought was Charlotte's necklace. But EmG didn't think that my find was on the money so I, like many others, went back to see the movie again, but this time I paid a lot more attention to the detail of the fashion, especially the jewelry in the movie. And don't you just pick up so much more when you see a movie a second time!

Other's joining the commentary also suggested that Charlotte is wearing a Jennifer Fisher NYC necklace but I think that this particular necklace being referred to is the gold heart and diamond necklace that she wears to honor the addition of her daughter to the family. The heart was monogrammed with an "L" and custom designed and made for the movie by Jennifer Fisher. However, after some further research, Kristy is certainly correct as the majority of Charlotte's character jewelry is by legendary French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels.

Van Cleef & Arpels Designer Jewelry in the Sex and the City Movie

And doesn't Van Cleef & Arpels just shine on “Charlotte York-Goldenblatt.” Van Cleef & Arpels provides the perfect accent pieces to complement her Upper East Side, girly yet romantic look.

Traditional diamond ear studs and classic diamond pieces reinforce Charlotte’s ladylike and sophisticated style, while the more playful “Sweet Alhambra” and Rose de Noel pendants match her evolved persona as a new mother and wife who still finds joy and meaning in time spent with her lifelong girlfriends.

The Van Cleef & Arpels fine jewelry collection featured in the SATC movie and pictured throughout this post includes:

• Fleurette earstuds large, white gold
• Fleurette 2 drop earrings, white gold
• Sweet Alhambra white mother of pearl heart pendant and turquoise butterfly pendant (doubled on one chain)
• Rose de Noel pendant/clip, large, white mother of pearl and diamonds
• Socrate pendant, white gold and diamonds.

Other Designer Jewelry in the Sex and the City Movie

Some of the other fine jewelry for the movie was made by Bismark, Carol Tannenbaum, Cartier, Chanel, Fred Leighton, H. Stern, Itay Malkin, Jacob & Co., Kenneth Jay Lane, Lia Sophia, Masha Archer, Mikomoto, Noir, Roberto Cavalli, Verdura and Yossi Harari.

If you do get the chance to see the movie again then I'm sure that you will like I did better appreciate the fine jewelry worn by the awesome foursome!

Don't forget the Sex and the City Giveaway Contest where you have a chance to win Sex and the City inspired bracelets by Nomination Italy and the book, Sex and the City The Movie written by Amy Sohn and published by Harper Collins.

The Sex and the City (SATC) Movie and You!

We all loved the popular HBO Sex and the City series and many fashionistas have now seen the recently released Sex and the City movie, some like me have seen it twice :)

Either way, while Sex and the City is about the lustful urban quest for good sex, love and relationships by Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), Samantha Jones (played by Kim Cattrall), Charlotte York Goldenblatt (played by Kristin Davis) and Miranda Hobbes (played by Cynthia Nixon), Sex & the City is very much about fashion and style, and so are we!

Sex and the City (SATC) - Is All About Designer Clothes, Designer Handbags, Designer Shoes and Designer Jewelry

Sex and the City is about designer clothes from fashion designers including Vera Wang, Vivienne Westwood, Christian Dior and Oscar De La Renta. It's also about designer handbags from designer labels including Birkin, Chanel, Fendi, Nancy Gonzalez and luxury French Fashion designer Louis Vuitton. And of course it's about designer shoes by Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik and others. My fave series and movie, Sex and the City is also about designer jewelry from the likes of Fred Leighton, Lia Sophia and Yossi Harari and others. In fact, if you ask me, it's the designer jewelry that has caught a lot of attention. This may be a little surprising but when you think about it, it's the bling that first catches the eye.

With the Sex and the City movie release, fashion is all the buzz for fashionistas everywhere!! Are you dying for some of the great fashion from Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda? If you are then the Chic Alert wants to know all about it!

While Sex and the City is still on our minds and with many yet to see it for the first time, with the kind support of Nomination Italy and publishers HarperCollins, we've got some great Sex and the City inspired prizes to give away. Yes the Chic Alert has teamed up with Nomination, Italy and publishers Harper Collins, to give you the chance to win some fabulous giveaways! So if you're excited about the Sex and the City movie, and who isn't, then you'll be just as excited about these fab Sex and the City inspired giveaway prizes!

Nomination, Italy Bracelets Inspired by Sex and the City (SATC)

Nomination, the original creator of the Italian Charm Bracelet, has created two special edition Sex and the City inspired bracelets to coincide with the release of this hot chick flick, and you have the chance to win one or both of these hot bracelets by Nomination right here on the Chic Alert!

These sizzling styles feature a stainless steel base bracelet and stainless steel links decorated with hand-painted enamel and 18k gold details. They are crafted from high quality, hypoallergenic stainless steel so as to never tarnish or fade and will make perfect accessories and great conversation pieces for you when you are chatting to your chica friends about Sex and the City. All Nomination jewelry is Made in Italy and aren't they just gorgeous!

Jewelry by the Florence Italy based Nomination is adored by an array of international celebrities, rock stars, rap stars, sports personalities and trendsetters, including Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez and Mariah Carey. This is your chance to join the exclusive set with your own special edition Sex and the City inspired Nomination bracelets.

But wait, there's more!

The Book, Sex and the City The Movie

Because we're all just crazy about all the fashion in the Sex and the City movie, publishers HarperCollins, have kindly donated two copies of the book, Sex and the City The Movie written by Amy Sohn.

This is a must-have companion to the movie millions have seen. This sleek hardcover volume will give you exclusive entrée into the world of Sex and the City: The Movie. It will tell you more about this chick flick and includes mouth-watering bonus features not available anywhere else including behind-the-scenes stories from star and producer Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon, writer and director Michael Patrick King, as well as producers and other key cast and crew members. For example, we know who Mr Big is, but who is Mr Bigger?

Most importantly to any fashionista, this Sex and the City book is a great guide to the movie's multi-million—dollar fashion closet, including insight from the movie's fashion designer Patricia Field herself. The book also provides an insider's tour of the movie's many locations, some of which have never before appeared on film. All of this behind-the-scenes information is accompanied by more than three hundred stunning, luscious, full-color annotated images (examples shown on this post) from both behind the scenes and the actual film, as well as images from scenes that were cut from the final film version. Additionally, this great book includes a spread of the many outfits that the girls wore throughout the movie. This beautiful keepsake is sure to bring some big-screen glitz and glamour to any fashionista's coffee table. This Harper Collins book is a must-have!

Sex and the City Giveaway Contest Rules

OK so what do you have to do to win one or more of these prizes? To enter, simply leave a comment here on this post and share with us which is your favorite fashion piece from Sex and the City movie and tell us why it's your favorite piece. Simple isn't it? Here are the rules of entry:

Sex and the City Contest Rules:

1. You must leave a comment here on this post sharing your favorite fashion piece (clothing, shoes, handbag or jewelry) from Sex and the City the movie, accurately describe it and tell us all why it's your favorite.
2. Do the same in an email and send this to and make sure you include your screen identity (i.e. the name under which you posted your comment on the post) so that we can match your email to your posted comment.
3. This competition giveaway contest is open to anybody, whether you're in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Japan, France, Australia or where ever. Of course our courier will have to be able to get there so please don't enter if you're currently at some exotic location like the North or South Pole.
4. Your email to me must have a valid email address so that I can contact you if you are one of the lucky giveaway winner.
5. Giveaway entries close on at 11:59pm (PST) Friday, July 25, 2008.
6. The winner will be announced on this blog during the last week of July or first week of August.
7. We may award multiple giveaway prizes to any winner.
8. We have the right to use any entry in promoting this site.
9. Our decisions are final.

So is it Carrie's Vivienne Westwood designer wedding dress or the designer jewelry by Fred Leighton that she wore in the Wedding Scene. Perhaps you fancy the designer necklace that Charlotte is wearing in the coloring scene? It might well be one of the Nancy Gonzalez designer handbags that Samantha and Miranda are seen carrying or Samantha’s gold tote, the Nancy Gonzalez designer handbag she carried while walking her little pooch? May be you fancy the white sunglasses that Charlotte is wearing in Mexico or the bridesmaid's dresses that Charlotte and Miranda wore at Carrie's wedding! Whatever it is we'd love to hear about it.

Designer Sale Up To 60% OFF!

You can now get up to 60% off on top designers including Louboutin, Manolo, Lanvin and lots more starting today at Barneys New York Designer Fashion Sale! I've just been doing some window shopping through the womens' sale section and love what I see.

Designer Handbags to Die For!

Designer handbags and clutches by Prada, Lanvin, Derek Lam and Marc Jacobs. Others I like are from Fendi, Givenchy and Jil Sander. I just love the Prada Dressy New Look Knot Shoulder Bag in Talco. This gorgeous Prada designer handbag is made from smooth leather with gathered top and large knot detail. It has a magnetic snap close, and as you can see in the picture below, gold-toned hardware.

This Prada designer handbag is made in Italy, of course, and has a leather handle and removable shoulder strap. Also cute are its open side pockets. It has a logo fabric lined interior with side zip pocket and measures 10" x 6" x 4.5" with a 5" handle drop. Originally priced at $1295, this designer handbag is now on sale at $779 (Barneys style #21310.7429).

The Marc by Marc Jacobs, logo jacquard fabric foldover Airliner bag with leather trim, top zip and push-lock close is also gorgeous. This really chic designer handbag (Barneys style #19817.7912) has a rolled leather top handle and removable leather shoulder strap with racing stripe and features a large fabric lined zipper compartment and open pocket. Snag this Marc by Marc Jacobs designer handbag at $199.

If you're into designer handbags by Marc Jacobs, then you must check out the gorgeous Marc by Marc Jacobs, Owl Convert Clutch in midnight, pictured here (Barneys style #19818.6853). This smooth leather two-gusset clutch with double flap front and gold-toned push-lock close has an adjustable removable shoulder strap with gold-toned hinge hardware and a fabric lined interior with side zip pocket and two small organizational pockets. This designer handbag measures 5.5" x 11.25" x 3.5" and is on sale, discounted down from $328 to $229.

Hot Designer Shoes

There's lots of hot designer shoes, sandals and boots from the likes of Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, Miu Miu, Sigerson Morrison and Chloe and many others.

I love the Manolo Blahnik, Erdem, metallic leather peep toe cut out pump with closed back and 90mm thin heel as shown in the picture here. Made in Italy, and available in Pewter (Barneys style #15502.8371) and Green (Barneys style #15502.8373), these Manolo Blahnik designer shoes are on sale discounted down from $835 to $545.

I also like the Manolo Blahnik, Pumasli leather peep toe slingbacks with 90mm covered heel. Also made in Italy, these designer shoes are available in Fuschia as shown here in the picture here on the left (Barneys style #15502.8320) and Black (Barneys style is #15502.8318).  A well as looking both sophisticated and chic, the Manolo Blahnik Pumasli leather peep toe slingbacks look very comfortable indeed. These leather peep toe slingbacks are on sale discounted down from $585 to $380.

Both the Black Patent leather Prada and Marc by Marc Jacobs ankle boots are also cute. The Prada ankle boots (Barneys style #15301.6390) are on sale and discounted down from $550 to $385 and have a cap toe with side zip and a 100mm rectangular heel. Like all quality designer shoes, these Prada boots are made in Italy. The Marc by Marc Jacobs boots (Barneys style #15827.5528) are lace-ups and on sale, discounted down from $595 to $295. They are available in full black or Taupe and Black suede. I like the black laces in brass eyelets and the 115mm thick leather-covered heel look.

Chic Designer Clothes

Also while visiting the Barneys New York designer fashion sale, check out the range of chic designer clothes and accessories by 3.1 Phillip Lim, 7 For All Mankind, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent and Stella McCartney and many more.

The Barneys New York, Sequin Pullover in Navy and on sale discounted down from $895 to $359 looks like a good deal. Made in Italy and from chucky knit extra fine 100% merino wool, this top (Barneys style #22301.7922) has 3/4 sleeves with tonal sequins.

I also like the chic and sexy Loomstate, Kainoah Roll Up Short in faded Black on sale and discounted down from $125 to $59. These shorts (Barneys style #28809.5043) are made from lightweight organic cotton with button-tab roll up cuffs and drawstring waist. They also have drawstring close patch pockets.

Sex and the City, the Fashion Movie is here!

Will Carrie Bradshaw and Mr Big finally tie the knot?

Will Cinderella and the Prince live happily ever after?

Well it's time to find out! Yippeeee!!! After its premiere in London on Monday May 12, 2008, the movie that we've all been waiting for, the movie based on the popular HBO Sex and the City series has finally arrived with special screenings at select AMC Theatres and then followed in theatres nationwide on Friday, May 30. You can even get 'Sex' at midnight with special Thursday night screenings in selected theatres!

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Sex and the City, The Buzz!

However, even before the film rolls, with the girls appearing on shows like the Today Show, the Early Show and Regis & Kelly, and of course with additional film and premiere coverage on entertainment shows including E! News, Extra, Access Hollywood, E.T., The Insider, and not to mention the multiple commercials on TV and the tidbits plastered in magazines and general press, Sex and the City (SATC) is at fever pitch!! Sex & the City fashion has been the buzz for fashionistas everywhere!!

Sex and the City, The Fashion!

I'm sure that you will be like me and just can't wait to see the movie incarnation of HBO's Sex and the City. I certainly can't!! I can't wait to see how the now 40-something Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), successful author and everyone's favorite fashion icon-next-door, and her three gal pals, Samantha Jones (played by Kim Cattrall), Charlotte York Goldenblatt (played by Kristin Davis) and Miranda Hobbes (played by Cynthia Nixon), have matured in their attitude to sex, love and relationships and just as importantly, in how they have matured in the fashions that they love and wear.

Sex and the City, The Movie!

I know from Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show! that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and that we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) herself has said that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

However, with all the buzz and after watching the 30-somethings in re-runs of the HBO Sex and the City series for days now, I being a mega SATC fan, can't wait to see the feature-length movie. Yes I want to sit there for 2 hours and 15 minutes and watch the ultra chic and the fabulous and sophisticated Sex and the City style! I want to see the girls strut their stuff again :)

Sex and the City, the Designer Clothing, Designer Shoes, Designer Handbags and Designer Jewelry!

Yes there will be lots of love and sex, and Mr BIG of course, but I want to see the girls in the latest designer clothing and designer shoes as well as the hottest designer handbags and wearing the to-die-for designer jewelry. SATC the movie will no doubt be like going to fabulous designer clothing, designer shoes, designer handbags and designer jewelry fashion shows all lumped into one, 2 hour and 15 minute fashion show. I can't wait.

Sex and the City, the Designer Jewelry and Designer Handbags!

Now I know that Fred Leighton and Nancy Gonzalez, both played a major role in accessorizing the leading ladies for the film.

Sex and the City, Designer Jewelry

You will see the bling when Carrie Bradshaw lights up the Big Screen in her Fred Leighton designer jewelry. Fred Leighton played a starring role along side Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex and the City movie. And it's no surprise given Fred Leighton's celebrated uniqueness and its unparalleled one of a kind jewels.

SATC's stylist and designer, Patricia Field, chose unique unrivaled Fred Leighton pieces to wardrobe Sarah Jessica Parker in several scenes of the movie. In multiple scenes throughout the movie a pair of Fred Leighton antique diamond pendant earrings are a staple in Carrie Bradshaw's jewelry repertoire. In the Carrie Bradshaw Wedding Scene, she wears a stunning pair of Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond and Natural Pearl Cluster Earrings and a Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond Feather Brooch. Now aren't these stunning Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces to die for :O

 

Now if you want to similarly impress then Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces and collections are available at the Fred Leighton store in New York City and the Fred Leighton Store in Las Vegas. By the way, Carrie's wedding dress was designed by fashion designer Vivienne Westwood; now isn't it gorgeous!!!

Sex and the City, Designer Handbags

Synonymous with style and renowned for being the ultimate in luxurious croc handbags, Nancy Gonzalez was also on the top of Patricia Field's list for accessories for the Sex and the City movie.

Both Samantha and Miranda are seen carrying Nancy Gonzalez designer handbags and crazy as it might seem, Samantha’s little pooch is also accessorized in matching Nancy Gonzalez accessories. This lucky dog is seen wearing a Nancy Gonzalez one of a kind gold croc collar and leash designed to match Samantha’s Nancy Gonzalez gold tote designer handbag (see detail picture below left) and apparently made especially by the designer for the movie. I'm not at all sure about coordinating your outfit with your dog but wouldn't you just love to get your hands on that little pooch ;)

In the scene where we see her walking down the street with the Sex and the City girls (picture below), Miranda is holding a Nancy Gonzalez exotic skin tote (see detail picture above right).

If you want the look then the Nancy Gonzalez exotic skins handbag and accessory collection is available at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and at fine specialty stores worldwide.

Sex and the City, the Ultimate Chick Flick!

Well will this movie incarnation of the HBO Sex and the City series be the Ultimate chick flick? Not long now to tell but it sure is looking like it will be. I just can't wait to see this chick-flick. Can't wait to see the designer clothes (Vera Wang, Vivienne Westwood, Christian Dior and Oscar De La Renta), the designer handbags (Birkin, Chanel. and Louis Vuittons), the designer shoes and all the bling, the designer jewelry :)

Memorial Day Weekend Fashion Sales

As usual there are lots of sales this Memorial Day long weekend but here are a few that I think are worth a mention.

My features sale this Memorial Day long Weekend is the sale at Couture Candy and here are some of my picks from this sale.

If you're looking for something "hot" this summer, then visit Couture Candy and check out this super chic and sexy knitted Malea V Neck Dress designed by Ella Moss. This low cut v-neck dress comes together at a ring in both the front and back. Invoking a bohemian feel, this Ella Moss designer dress is perfect for fun and sun at the beach! This gorgeous designer dress retails for $150 but get it and many other pieces by Rails, Pierce Jeans, Posse, Deener and Ella Moss at 30% discount when you enter code 23MAY2008 at checkout at Couture Candy.

I also love the Nadea mini dress designed by Rails (see pictures above). This dress has adjustable bow tie spaghetti straps that allow for a perfect fit. It features a key-hole cutout along the chest and a banded bottom hem. The gathering along the front and back create an overall loose and flattering fit. This designer dress is available in Bark and Blue and retails for $88 but bag it at only $61.60 with the 30% Couture Candy discount.

With the 30% discount, the designer handbags and clutches by Possé New York are also definitely worth a look. Posse designer handbags effortlessly distinguish any outfit and are not only beautiful but multi-functional as well.

For example for the posh chic, the Natalie Clutch in a beautiful shade of Fuchsia shown here is a lovely bag that will instantly attract attention. This designer handbag is made from 100% Italian shrunken patent leather and has a fold-over magnetic closure. It's lined with red fabric and has a small zipper pocket inside. This clutch retails for $285 but yours for just $199.50 during this sale.

The Couture Candy 30% discount offer ends at midnight on May 24, 2008.

More Memorial Day Weekend Fashion Sales

Listed here are a number of other Memorial Day Weekend Sales that you might like to check out:

Shop and save even more this Memorial Day at 6pm.com with discounts of up to 75% OFF on women's, men's and kid's shoes plus enjoy flat rate shipping at only $6.95 and FREE standard shipping for all orders over $100.

Use promotional code SUMFUN at checkout and get 50% OFF selected summer styles at Aeropostale plus 30% OFF clearance items. This offer expires 11:59PM EST on May 26, 2008. Aeropostale is great for basics like shorts, tees, tanks, camis, halters and smock tops etc.

Here's a Memorial Day Sandal Sale - Get'em While They're Hot. And at 30% OFF they are HOT at Plaza Too with 30% off on selected sandal styles and colors. Also if you're after sandals then check out the current Steve Madden sale where you can save up to $25 through May 26, 2008.

Bag 40% OFF selected summer styles this Memorial Day weekend at Old Navy. I like the halters and flutter-sleeve tees.

Get 20% OFF by using coupon code memorial through Tuesday at Language on exciting up-and-coming independent clothing, jewelry and handbag designers from across the globe.

Save 30% off select summer styles online and in-store at Banana Republic. You'll save on denim, pants, shorts, skirts, shoes and handbags. This offer ends at 11:59 PM ET on May 26, 2008.

Memorial Day Sale at Revolve Clothing Shop & Save 30% to 50% on hundreds of designer brands at including Juicy Couture, Nanette Lepore, Ella Moss, True Religion, Ed Hardy, Micke & Chris, Velvet, Black Halo and more.

Poppy's boutique is offering 10% discount across the board on its eclectic mix of women's clothing, accessories, candles, apothecary, gifts, books, baby and much more. Use discount code Poppy10 at checkout to snag the 10% discount on your entire order, and there is no tax.

Visit J.Crew and save 20% OFF purchases of $175 or more using code SALESHHH at checkout. This offer is valid both in stores and at J.Crew online through Monday, May 26 2008 11:59pm ET.

Use code Memorial08 and get 15% Off all orders at Fashion Chateau's Memorial Day Sale. Visit Fashion Chateau before midnight on Memorial Day for this offer.

Use code MEM20 and you'll bag 20% OFF your fashion jewelry and handbag purchases at Max & Chloe through 11:59:59 EST on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

Take 8% OFF on all orders at eDesignerShop's Memorial Weekend Sale using coupon MWMWMW

Take an additional 50% OFF on Clearance items plus free shipping using promotional code 3045 now through May 25, 2008 at Wilsons Leather.

They say one is for fun but mixing, matching and mingling together is even better so here's a great Two for One Offer!

Add two Beach Sexy® Triangle bikini sets to your shopping bag at Victoria's Secret and pay just $35. Enter offer code BIKINI at checkout. The price of your bikini sets will be adjusted after the offer code is applied. This offer is valid through May 25, 2008.

Snag an extra 20% OFF including select sale items already marked down up to 70% off at eBags' Memorial Day Weekend Sale. Visit eBags  through Monday, May 26, 2008. Enter promotional code EMEMWKND08 to receive your special savings.

And don't miss Flirt's Closing Sale where, beginning tomorrow, Friday May 23rd, all designer denim will be reduced to 50% off!

Choose from fabulous styles such as Rock & Republic, Ranahan and Hudson! All remaining merchandise will now be 40% off. They are open on Memorial Day but don't delay because they won't be there long!!

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Chicago, IL 60657
Call: 773.935.4789

Get 50% OFF your second item OFF 5th Saks Fifth Avenue. Offer valid through May 26, 2008 at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH only. Not valid at Saks Fifth Avenue stores or saks.com.

Get an additional 40% OFF on sale merchandise at Marciano. Valid at participating Marciano stores, select GUESS stores and Marciano.com in the United States and Canada. There's some cute pieces in this sale. I like the Juliana Date Dress and the Seville Shortall.

Betsey Johnson has big markdowns with up to 60% OFF on its range of clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories both in stores and online.

Take 20% OFF all full price merchandise (excluding Jack Rogers Shoes) at Queen Bee using code memorialsale at checkout. This offer also ends on Monday May 26, 2008.

There's up to 60% Off Select Styles Online Only at Brooks Brothers.

And why not! There's a Panty Sale on at Frederick's. Shop at Frederick's and buy 6 of the sexiest styles for just $20 and also Frederick's has a tiered promotion where you can Save $15 off  orders of $100 or more, Save $30 off  orders of $150 or more and Save $75 off  orders of $250 or more. Frederick's offer ends at midnight PST on May 27, 2008.

Hope you have an awesome Memorial Day weekend.

Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show!

The world premiere of the much anticipated movie, Sex And The City (SATC) takes place in London tonight. Personally I think that New York should have had the first screening, I mean that's where the HBO series was set and shot, that's where the 30-somethings Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha strutted their stuff!

Regardless, as much as Sex and the City is about columnist Carrie Bradshaw, her three gal pals, and their lustful urban quest for good sex, love and fab clothes, being set in New York City, fashion has always been a major part of the story. But now some four years on what can we expect when it comes to the fashion?

Also, will it simply continue on from where the series left off or will the now 40-somethings have matured and matured in the fashions that they wear. Will we see more of the breaking of the rules, the unexpected and outrageous, or will we see a more mature collection of fashion. The following video by BlackTree Media might shed some light on these questions.

 

Well there are some clues there. It is said that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and when talking about the show's stylist and costume designer Patricia Field, Sarah Jessica Parker says that "she's really good at telling the story with clothes and she really knows these women in the city." And yes we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker later says that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

Pat Field herself says that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it Comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and when talking about the costumes Kristin Davis (Charlotte) says that "there were just tables of bags, like every new bag that you haven't even seen in the stores yet and then there were tables of shoes, and I mean it was just like Mecca."

So from this we can expect some new ideas but I'm sure that we'll see the latest in designer clothing, shoes and designer handbags. Yes there will be lots of love and sex, but just as importantly, the feature-length Sex And The City movie will be like going to a fabulous fashion show. I can't wait.

Cynthia Rowley Designer Sample Sale

Designer sample sale shopping is a way of life for most New Yorkers in the know. How else do you think they can afford to dress so stylishly and well?

Just ask any New York fashionista and she'll explain that some of the most amazing designer fashion bargains are uncovered at sample sales, designer clothes at prices anyone can afford!!

And now at this sample sale, Savvy Designer Sample Sales brings you classic Cynthia Rowley fashions direct to you at prices, which are at wholesale and even below wholesale. Certainly at prices that are far better than what you would find in an outlet store.

Starting at 12 noon on Tuesday, April 22 to 12 midnight on Friday, April 25 Savvy Designer Sample Sales NYC is hosting a sample sale of some gorgeous Cynthia Rowley designer pieces.

Cynthia Rowley fashions are a fave of many celebs including Hillary Duff, Eva Longoria and Paris Hilton, and now with this great online designer sample sale you get the chance to snag a Cynthia Rowley sample or two at significantly reduced prices.

For example, the Gold brocade dress shown in the picture above and having pretty slightly puff sleeves accented with a single ruffle down the middle which regularly retails for $440 is yours for just $120 during this designer fashion sale. Now that's a massive almost 73% savings!!!

The Cynthia Rowley Black brocade double-breasted jacket shown here in the picture on the left regularly retails for $572 but you'll pay just $156 during this online designer fashion sale.

There are other great buys like only paying $129 for the Cynthia Rowley long cotton black and white crisscross dress with pink banded empire waist which regularly retails for $473 or just $184 for the throwback skirt from the 50's which regularly retails for $308.

This Cynthia Rowley piece is perfect for those upcoming summer days and weekends. The shimmery lilac tank dress with racer back and tie at left shoulder which regularly retails for $308 but on sale at just $84 is also worth a look.

Visit Savvy Designer Sample Sales NYC online now to snag some gorgeous Cynthia Rowley pieces now.

Designer Clothing Sample and Stock Sale

The Art of Shopping is back with another multi-brand designer clothing sample and stock sale this weekend, with racks of the hottest denim, great casual and dressy tops, and cute dresses.

Fashionistas! This designer fashion sale, in two different cities: NYC and Montreal (Canada), gives you a great chance to snap up some of the most sought-after women's and men's designer fashions at substantial discounts.

Designer Jeans, tops, and accessories are 35 - 80% off retail and are very current with most goods still retailing at full price in boutiques and high-end department stores. For example, women's Rock & Republic jeans with a regular retail of between $220 and $320 will be on sale at $140, and as worn by some of Hollywood’s favorite starlets, Pink Polka Dot summer dresses, regularly retailing at $140 will be on sale at just $50-$55!!!

At similar discounts you'll pick up the latest fashions including designer jeans in all sizes from 24 - 32 and tops from size XS - L from many other brands including 7 For all Mankind, Citizens Of Humanity and Joe's Jeans, as well as T Luxury, Theory, Monarchy, Primp, Drifter and Yes London.

So if you want to save big on some of the hottest chic fashion from the most sought-after fashion designer labels, then if you're going to be anywhere near NYC or Montreal, this sample and stock sale will be well worth a visit.

Here are the dates and times.

NYC
Thurs, March 20 - Sun, March 23
Thurs   2 - 7pm
Fri - Sun  11 - 7pm

76 Greene Street
(between Spring & Broome St)
NYC 10011

MONTREAL
Fri, March 21 - Sat, March 22
11 - 7pm

Opus Hotel
10 Sherbrooke Ouest
Montreal, Quebec H2X 4C9

Visit The Art of Shopping for more information.

Bergdorf Goodman Sale

I've said this before, whether you're a young Miss Bergdorf or a more sophisticated older woman, then you'll more than likely dream about shopping at the top end of town including luxury department stores such as Bergdorf Goodman in Fifth Avenue, New York. And once again, here's another chance to do just that!

Here's a great opportunity to save as much as 40% Off original prices on fashion's premier names and top styles in read-to-wear, shoes, handbags and lots more PLUS you'll get free shipping by using promotional code BGSHIP when you shop Bergdorf Goodman's online bag sale!!

And there's lots to choose from including a great range of Designer Clothing from a top line-up of designer labels including Marc Jacobs, Vera Wang, Oscar de la Renta and Alexander McQueen, Designer Handbags from Prada, Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana and others, and racks of Designer Shoes from all of our favorites including Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Chioo, Christian Louboutin and oh so many others as well as jewelry and accessories.

From the Fendi Designer Handbag Collection I just adore the metallic shoulder bag shown in the picture above. Discounted down from $1260 to $844, this made in Italy, ultimate in craftmanship designer handbag features oversized buckles with signature logo prongs on the front strap. It's a classy handbag that would be a stunner with just about any outfit.

If someone asked me to describe what heaven looks like, Bergdorf Goodman would have to be my starting point. It's all there!

This offer expires at 11:59pm CT on December 9, 2007.

Adrienne Landau Designer Sale

Here's a Holiday Sale with a difference and if you're looking to add something special to an evening gown or even a pair of stylish jeans then this designer sale is for you.

Fashion designer Adrienne Landau is having a designer sale with up to 80% off retail on her current Fall collection of of stoles, wraps, jackets and more, and check out some of the great savings to be had:

• Mink jackets were $ 4500, now $2000.
• Knit rabbit hooded scarves were $495, now 175
• Cashmere wraps and stoles with fox trim, originally $1095-$2375 now $500-$750
• Assorted fur scarves originally $245-$725 now $100- $250
• Assorted evening jackets, wraps and stoles originally $275-$850, now $150-$400

I've often seen Adrienne Landau fashions at stores like Saks, Bloomingdales and Neiman Marcus but not within my budget. However, at these designer sale prices, wholesale prices and below, we too can make a fashion statement and wear an Adrienne Landau designer piece like the likes of Madonna, Halle Berry, Sharon Stone and Julia Roberts. The cropped jackets in particular, look awesome with a pair of dressy pants or stylish designer jeans.

Designer Sale Details:

When: Tuesday 4th (9:30am-6:30pm) and Wednesday 5th December (9:30am-6pm)

Where: Adrienne Landau Showroom, 519 8th Avenue, 21st Floor (Between 35th & 36th Streets)

What: Current Fall Collection of Stoles, Wraps, Jackets - Accessories & Home Furnishing. Mink-fox_-rex-cashmere-silk. Up To 80% Off Retail.

MAXX New York Designer Handbags On Sale

You've seen MAXX NEW YORK designer handbags in stores like Nordstrom's and Lord and Taylor. You've seen MAXX NEW YORK designer handbags on the shoulders of many celebrities as well as in the top fashion mags and TV shows like Desperate Housewives. And now here's your chance to get yourself one of these fun and fashionable designer handbags at much reduced sale prices.

MAXX NEW YORK currently has a number of its designer handbags on sale at its online handbag boutique. Now some of the handbags on sale like the gorgeous Milky Way Hobo and the knock out metallic Shooting Star Tote have already sold out and at these sale prices it's no wonder why. However, there are still some gorgeous MAXX NEW YORK designer handbags available and ready to be snapped up.

MAXX NEW YORK designer handbags are made from sumptuous Italian leather, hand selected fabrics and trend setting hardware. They are simply gorgeous and well thought out in terms of design, fashion and style as well as with functionality and convenience in mind...cell phone pockets, Ipod holders, keys...

Visit MAXX NEW YORK designer handbags and check out the handbags still on sale.

Designer Denim Sample Sale

Designer Expo presents its first ever men's and women's designer denim sample sale.

With over 20,000 items of the hottest premium denim labels at blowout prices, this is a sale you do not want to miss.

Store wide clearance opens to the public for the first time this Wednesday November 11, and runs til Monday November 11, 2007 in Broadway.

Get there early to pick up the best selection of designer denim, fall tops, hoodies, jackets, dresses, skirts, pants, business wear, and much more! Check out some of the labels and incredible sale prices!

• Joes, 1921, 575, Earnest Sewn, Ed Hardy, Kitson, Howe, Tag  $50
• True Religion, William Rast, People's Liberation only $75
• Diesel, Taverniti, Antik $70
• Joes, $45, Paper Denim, $35
• Ed Hardy Jackets $45
• Evisu, Life & Death, Antik, G-Star, LaRok plus many more starting at $10!

And there's many more great designer brands to choose from, just too many to list here! All sizes available and while quality lasts, first come, first served. Full fitting rooms available so you won't have to try them on in the aisles.

Where: 718 Broadway, (btwn Astor & 4^th St.), New York, NY 10036

When: Wed 11/07/07 through Mon 11/11/07, Open Daily 12pm - 7pm

Payment: Cash, Visa, Master, & Dicover Cards

The prices are way below retail and at these prices, if you're in New York you can't afford to miss this one :)

The Big Fashion Sale

More than half the Store is on sale from Wednesday, November 7 to Sunday, November 18, 2007.

Take an additional 5% discount off 20% Selections for a total of 25% all women's classic collections, All Saks Fifth Avenue sportswear, All sweaters and outerwear, All handbags, All jewelry and watches, All hats, gloves and scarves as well as lines for men and kids! The extra 5% discount will be applied to existing in-store promotion of 20% for a combined discount of 25% off select merchandise.

Plus, get great savings with special in-store offers of 30% OFF lowest ticket prices of all clearance and just reduced merchandise, 40% OFF all women's designer sportswear including clearance but excluding women's shoes, accessories and jewelry, and 50% OFF buy any one pair of men's or women's shoes, get the second pair of equal or lessor value at half cost.

Offer valid November 7, 2007 through November 18, 2007 at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH locations only. Not valid at Saks Fifth Avenue stores or saks.com. Entire email must be printed and presented to be valid. Other conditions apply.

Designer Jeans On Sale!

Fashionistas! Are you after a pair or two of cheap designer jeans? Now when I say cheap I'm talking about high quality designer jeans but at prices way below retail! If so then this could be for you!

With their passionate devotion to quality and individual style, it's no wonder that designer denim label, Earnest Sewn has developed a cult-like following for its designer jeans and denim products. Unlike the strict assembly lines of most other brands, each Earnest Sewn piece is handcrafted giving a fresh and unexpected individual look.

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