Black Friday, Saturday and Sunday Deals!!

This year the sales and deals stretch before and after Black Friday, meaning more time to shop and snag perfect gifts for loved ones. But with all these discounts, what are fashionista to do? Don't fret, here are a few sales to head off to, or grab in the comfort of your own home.
Happy Turkey Day! Enjoy!

Trina Turk
50% off select fall styles from now through the first week of December. Mon—Sat 11am—7pm; Sun noon—6pm. 67 Gansevoort St between Greenwich and Washington Sts (212-206-7383) and online.

La Perla
Bras were $268, now $67. Satin slips were $346, now $85. Men’s tees were $65, now $16.
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. 260 Fifth Ave., b/t 28th & 29th Sts. (212-725-5400).

CVS (Yea, I know)
Up to 60% off select merchandise. Thursday, Nov. 27 through Sunday Nov. 30. Plus, free shipping!

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

Callalilai
30% off the winter collection. Buy two items and the second is 50% off, buy three and the third is 70% off now Through Sunday, December 7th. Daily 11am—7pm. 296 Atlantic Ave nr Smith St, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn.

GAP
Holiday sweaters, buy one get one free. Thursday Nov. 27 and Nov. 28. In store only.

The Angels are Back!

The Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach kicked off the 2008 ‘glamour show’ with models including Heidi Klum, Miranda Kerr, Adriana Lima and Alessandra showcasing an array of naughty underpinnings and (of course) the infamous pair of wings.

And to give you a little sneak peek for the Dec. 3 show, here’s a video for ya!

Flash Back to the 80’s

Reebok and designers from Formavision, have teamed up to create a pop up (or flash) store to display classic Reebok styles from the 1980’s. But this isn’t your typical shoe shop—unlike any other boutique, the Flash Store is brightly colored and three dimensional.

Yup that’s right! It’s designed to trick your eyeballs as the distorted graphic patterns seemingly reach out and tap you on the shoulder.

The 3,000 square-foot shop features limited-edition sneakers and exclusive apparel collections including “Insta Pump”, “Bodega NYC”, and an array of t-shirt styles by Reebok and Rolland Berry. And to create a bit of urgency, Reebok will release a new limited edition sneaker each week available for that week only.

Surprisingly, the sneaks won’t set you back too far; the limited edition shoes start at $90.

So get there fast and check out the 411: Four weeks, One store, One month.

The Reebok flash store is located at 169 Bowery @ Delancey. Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 7pm from Nov. 15 to Dec. 15.

Quotes to Live by...or Not

While waiting for the train this morning, I came across the following quotes on the web. The first may lift your eyebrow a bit, but the other two are awesome.

“You have a better life if you wear impressive clothes,” – Vivienne Westwood

“While clothes may not make the woman, they certainly have a strong effect on her self-confidence—which, I believe, does make the woman.” – Mary Kay Ashe

“Fashion anticipates, and elegance is a state of mind ... a mirror of the time in which we live, a translation of the future, and should never be static.” – Oleg Cassini

Poltically Savy

Three words...Have You Voted?!?!

I got up extra early this morning thinking I would beat the other voters in my Harlem neighborhood, but apparently everyone is soooo excited about this election! (Squeal!) I know there will be tons of celebratory parties tonight and this weekend. So as soon as you get off work (and after you vote of course), head to your favorite retailer and grab a few politically happy dresses. Better yet, go on your lunch break...this is serious business.

With that in mind, you know Momma wouldn't leave you hanging. Here are a few of my favorite colorblocking styles that will make you burst with American pride.

1. Moschino, Flower Print Dress, $750












2. Cynthia Steffe Loan Colorblock Dress, $159












3. Bebe Cross Strap Colorblock Dress, $98

Kenneth Cole to the Economy Rescue

Hey guys!

For 4 days and 2 late nights, Kenneth Cole will be having a sample sale at 261 W. 36^th Street, 2^nd Fl, between 7^th and 8^th Ave. October 27 through 31.

Prepare for the best because rumor has it, Kenneth Cole will be in the building! (No, just kidding.) But, seriously there will be DEEP discounts. I’m talking ready to wear—tee shirts, blouses, sweaters, dresses, blazers, outerwear in the $35 to $85 range. And accessories—handbags, totes, wallets, belts, sunglasses and jewelry will even be marked as low as $10.

The hours vary on a daily basis, so be sure to visit Clothingline for more info.

Good Luck!

Tim Gunn Raves About Tide

I swore I wouldn't become one of those women who are ultra picky and particular about certain things, but I must admit, I have a new crush and it entails something as minute as laundry!

A few days ago I attended the launch party for Tide and Downy Total Care at New York City's Empire Hotel Rooftop. While parlaying around, I ran into Tim Gunn. I chatted him up a bit and he absolutely RAVED about Tide. Not only did he say it was perfect for regular tops and bottoms, but also intimate apparel.

Remembering that I ran out of laundry detergent a few days before, I immediately grabbed some on my way home—especially after being immersed in all the hoopla by the industry’s number one man.

And I’m so glad I did.

The new Tide TotalCare helps maintain color and fight stains that even Oxi Clean can’t get out. And trust me, that speaks volumes. I even used it on a few of my extra white cotton shirts and it not only preserved the shape but also cleaned it thoroughly.

Totally gentle, totally genius.