November 25, 2008
by fashionpulse
Images from Style.com
As always, Miuccia Prada has created a line that redefines the style of glamourous and youthful women with her nickname Miu Miu label. Her S/S 2009 collection worked Ms. Prada’s quintessential quirkiness to perfection; the models somehow looked effortlessly sophisticated in tattered burlap tops and pleated aprons, some in deep red, aborigine, or streaked with graffiti. The collection took a more contemporary turn when the burlap morphed into a shiny satin that made theses dresses certainly worthy for a night on the town. The looks lent their way into a parade of printed, pleated dresses resembling classic European paintings and mosaics. We loved the styling idea of contrasting a short and simple black skirt with a longer intricately painted apron – very chic, very Italian. The belt trend has been with us for a while now, and we’re almost ready to move onto to a new variation- perhaps it could be Miuccia’s “grembiuli” — after all, what Miuccia says, goes.
-Sarah Ferguson
October 2, 2008
by fashionpulse
Feel good about opening up your wallet this weekend! We’ve found some great sample sales so you can get your fix of designer attire at a sweet price!
- Stock up now for next summer’s wardrobe at Pixie Market, where sundresses and more are up to 50% off! Ongoing; 100 Stanton St., nr. Ludlow St. (212-253-0953); daily 12–8.
- Hurry over to The Altman Building to get up to 85% off Escada, Escada Sport, and accessories from now until 10/5. 135 W. 18th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (212-852-5446); Thurs.–Fri. (10–8), Sat.–Sun. (10–6)
- It’s finally time to cover up those sun-kissed legs for fall. Privé has got you covered with J Brand, 7 For All Mankind Jeans, and more at 30%-80% off. 10/1-10/5; Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave., nr. 15th St.; 10:30–7.
- We must be dreaming: up to 70% off Comme des Garcons, Versace, Miu Miu, Helmut Lang, and Prada? That’s right! Don’t miss this monumental sample sale going on now until October 5th! 29 Prince St., nr. Wooster St. (866-508-1962); 11–7.
- Visit the Designer Expo NYC until the 5th of October, which is offering 40%-90% off Diesel, True Religion, Ed Hardy, and much more! 440 Broadway, Mon-Sat 11-7 pm and Sun 12-7pm
