Jessica by Jessica Park

Here is an email from Daily Candy of all the NYC sample sales! I was at the Yigal Azrouël sample sale… I didn’t get anything but they were serving chocolate covered strawberries and Prosecco!

What: Bindya New York
Why: Scarves, handbags, and tunics are 65 percent off. Free gift with every $50 spent.
When: Nov. 19-21. Wed.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 49 W. 38th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Ave., 9th flr. (212-730-8852).

What: Cardigan by Lynne Hiriak
Why: French stripe sweaters are $88. Other layers start at 50 percent off retail.
When: Nov. 20 & 21. Thurs. & Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 594 Broadway, b/t Houston & Prince Sts., ste. 305 (212-431-8900).

What: Filippa K
Why: Modern Swedish coats for men and women at $250 or $300.
When: Nov. 19 & 20. Wed. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 33 W. 26th St., b/t Broadway & Sixth Ave., 5th flr. Cash only.

What: Frette
Why: Italian linens good enough for The Ritz are 70 percent off.
When: Nov. 17-20. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 4 W. 58th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Aves., 4th flr.

What: Gucci Group Watches
Why: Comb out that Gucci mane and save 90 percent. Save 70 percent on Bedat & Co. bling.
When: Nov. 20 & 21. Thurs. & Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 125 W. 18th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves.

What: Heikejarick
Why: Voluminous and tailored coats in cashmere and alpaca. Diffusion line is 30 percent off wholesale.
When: Nov. 19-26. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 262 W. 38th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 5th flr. (212-764-0878).

What: John Robshaw Textiles
Why: Sheets, duvets, curtain panels, kaftans, and decorative pillows marked down at least 60 percent.
When: Nov. 20-22. Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (cocktails, 6-8 p.m.); Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 245 W. 29th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Ave., 11th flr. (212-594-6006).

What: La Perla
Why: Naughty bras were $268, now $67. Satin slips were $346, now $85. Men’s tees were $65, now $16.
When: Nov. 24-28. Mon.-Wed., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thanksgiving Thurs., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 260 Fifth Ave., b/t 28th & 29th Sts. (212-725-5400).

What: Noir
Why: Giant cocktail rings are $20-$60; bracelets and bangles are $5-$45.
When: Nov. 19-21. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 350 W. 38th St., b/t Eighth & Ninth Aves. (212-244-4846).

What: Obedient Sons & Daughters
Why: Get into woodsy mode for autumn/winter duds at sample sale prices.
When: Nov. 22 & 23. Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 237 Lafayette St., b/t Prince & Spring Sts.

What: Rebecca Minkoff and Nicholas K
Why: Get your hands on Morning After bags and other cult favorites. Dresses, tops, pants, and accessories are 50 percent off.
When: Nov. 20-23. Thurs. & Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 33 W. 17th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Aves.

What: Rogan and Loomstate
Why: Past-season overstock, rare samples, and one-offs are up to 75 percent off.
When: Nov. 29-Dec. 7. Mon.-Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 91 Franklin St., b/t Broadway & Church St., behind the Rogan shop (646-827-7554).

What: Sari Gueron
Why: Ridiculously priced cocktail attire ($2,950) now somewhat less obscene ($590).
When: Nov. 19 & 20. Wed. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 133 W. 25th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves., 4th flr. west.

What: Steven Alan
Why: Eponymous label at up to 75 percent off. Some Odd Rubies, The Generic Man, Demy Lee, and more for cheap.
When: Nov. 20-23. Thurs. & Fri., 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 87 Franklin St., b/t Church & Broadway (212-219-3305).

What: Té Casan
Why: Fancy flats for $75, pumps for $95, booties for $125, and boots for $175.
When: Nov. 18-22. Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 260 Fifth Ave., at 28th St.

What: Three as Four
Why: Denim from the past three seasons ranges $4.44-$44.44. Very special archival pieces range $77-$666. Really.
When: Nov. 20-24. Thurs.-Mon., noon-8 p.m.
Where: 77 Delancey St., at Allen St.

What: Tocca
Why: Take at least 45 percent off candles, fragrances, and other treats from the Italian beauty brand.
When: Nov. 19-21. Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 542 W. 22nd St., b/t Tenth & Eleventh Aves.

What: Yigal Azrouël
Why: Merch from past and current seasons is 60-80 percent off.
When: Nov. 19-21. Wed. & Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 225 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 7th flr. (212-302-1194).

Happy Shopping!!!

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Miss Dior Chérie, Dior’s newest fragrance has really caught my attention with all their ad campaigns. The lovely commercials with pallets of dusty pastels really makes me want to spray the scent all over. Here is the making of the commercial with Lily Donaldson.

Miss Dior Chérie

Miss Dior Chérie

Tags: Dior, Lily Donaldson, Miss Dior Chérie

Natalie Massenet CEO of Net-a-Porter launched the online luxury site in 1996 targerting the woman who loves to buy brand named items online and get it delivered at her front door. Massenet is now expanding the business to reach bargain shoppers at Theoutnet.com. I’m so excited to see what this site will have to offer as far as sales are concerned!

Tags: Natalie Massenet, Net-a-Porter.com, TheOutNet.com

The members of the art world aren’t willing to splurge the millions for the most treasured pieces. Sotheby’s held it’s annual art auction in New York City this past Friday only bringing in $728.9 million down from $1.6 billion in November of last year.

Richard Prince "Lake Resort Nurse" Sold for $3.3 million/Worth $7 million.

Andy Warhol "Mao Zedong" Not sold/Worth $4.5 million

Edgar Degas "Le Tub" Sold for $3.7 million/Worth $4 million

Tags: Andy Warhol, Edgar Degas, Richard Prince, Sotheby's

The famed puffy ski coats from Italy’s Moncler has teamed up with Giambattista Valli for Moncler Gamme Rouge Collection. The beautifully sculpted pieces flaunt huge collars with twisted closures. Why not hit the ski slopes wearing a caplet puffer with 3/4 dolman sleeves??

Tags: Giambattista Valli, Moncler

Tags: Alexander McQueen, Betty Catroux, Camille Miceli, Carine Roitfeld, Isabella Blow, Karl Lagerfeld, Lady Amanda Harlech, Loulou de la Falaise, Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent

Another day passed by as the gloomy clouds and sprinkles of rain lingered from above New York City. I spent the day at the Charles Nolan showroom amongst the modern galleries along the river in Chelsea. While I was admiring racks of his signature tailored dress shirts and organza pleated dresses, I noticed a painting by Margaret Keane. The big beautiful alluring eyes drew me into the soul of the painting and I just couldn’t stop gawking. The eyes told a story of intense emotion and wished I could read into a person’s total self by artistically capturing their eyes.

Courtesy www.MargaretKeane.com

Kate Hudson portraying Keane in an upcoming movie.

Tags: Charles Nolan, Kate Hudson, Margaret Keane

Yes, I will embarrassingly admit that I own Juicy track suits but only because they are so comfortable to sleep in. I was admiring the new Juicy Couture store on 5th Ave. and was really blown away by their strong identity and  branding. Royal military mannequins dressed in plaid kilts, tulle, and covered in their signature velour. Basically I think Juicy is the only profitable company Liz Claiborne has invested in, although I think that Kate Spade might have a second coming. Gela and Pamela the brains behind Juicy have extended their line adding the trendy Couture Couture, a high end line targeting those trust fund babies (price points seem start at $1000). Hmmm… they seemed to have licensed themselves out.

Tags: Juicy Couture, Liz Claiborne

Could Taylor Momsen be our new fashion icon? Who needs wacky Deyn?

All photos from www.mostwanted.com

Tags: Gossip Girls, Taylor Momsen

Most of my generation has grown up watching the Olsen twins on television. I must admit that I have always been drawn to their sense of style and interpretation of creativeness. Mary Kate and Ashley have many projects under their wings including a clothing line named, Elizabeth and James but more recently, they have delved into writing a book entitled, Influence. The funny thing is that they bend the focus of their collection into a vignette of raw interviews of fascinating people who have shaped them, not the other way around. Their book fixates on people such as Jack Pierson, David Collins, and Robert Lee Morris who have influence their journey into developing their unique spirit. Eventually they reveal their ideas on creative distinction between feeders of the public such as Andy Warhol and more reclusive artists who don’t pay attention to the visions of the outside world. I can’t wait to get my copy of this book!

Influence by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen.

Tags: Ashley Olsen, David Collins, Elizabeth and James, Influence, Jack Pierson, Mary Kate Olsen, Robert Lee Morris