Sunday, February 28, 2010

Harris Tweed Ties, $30 Each

Sometimes the Web really, really comes through. We're talkin' about genuine article Harris Tweed ties for $30 a pop -- including shipping and handling costs -- directly from the makers themselves. $30! Guys pay upwards of $200 for these things! With deals like these, who needs tax refunds? [Sartorially Inclined]
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Friday, February 26, 2010

The Twofer

We can't exactly recommend either's offerings, but you might consider two adjacent store closings -- Mardana and Giraudon -- just around the corner from Barneys Warehouse Sale.

Mardana - 152 8th Ave btwn 17th & 18th - 212-620-8108 - Map
Giraudon - 152 8th Ave btwn 17th & 18th - 212-633-0999 - ‎Map
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Barneys Warehouse Sale, Final Days

Despite the inclement weather, the Barneys Warehouse Sale on Friday afternoon felt like the crazy sales of yore. Take a deep breadth, and dive in. Likely to change through the sale's final day, Sunday, here's the latest markdown rundown:
  • 30% Off Suits
  • 30% Off Outerwear & Raincoats
  • 30% Off Leather & Shearling
  • 30% Off Dress Pants
  • 30% Off Dress Shirts
  • 30% Off Sports Jackets without Yellow Tags
  • 40% Off Dress Shoes
  • 50% Off Sports Jackets with Yellow Tags
  • 50% Off Sweaters & T's
  • 50% Off Denim
  • 50% Off Designer Sportswear
  • 50% Shorts & Swim-trunks
  • 50% Off Ties
  • 75% Off Sneakers
  • 75% Off Casual Sports Shirts
  • 75% Off Casual Pants
  • 75% Off Belts
  • 75% Off Tuxedos
Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Weekdays 10am-9pm, Weekends 10am-7pm - Map
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Style, Hands-On!

Esquire regularly dispenses with the fit and quality tips, which we thoroughly appreciate because, well, what's a wardrobe without fit and quality? Really, though, what these tips teach us is that shopping is a seriously HANDS ON experience!

Fabric needs to be squeezed between your fingers -- "If it bounces back with little or no sign of wrinkling, that means it's good, sturdy material," Esquire notes. Buttons need to be tugged gently -- "If they feel loose or wobbly, that means they're probably coming off sooner rather than later." (That's the big problem with e-shopping -- Despite all the deals, it doesn't permit squeeze or tug tests until a product arrives at your door. No returns, therefore, equals big risk.)

Even in stores, however, too many guys fail to appreciate the importance of testing, or are under the false impression that it's poor manners. On the contrary, it's the mark of an experienced shopper -- That and what you're wearing at the moment. Really, a salesperson is far more likely to offer a touchy-feely customer a deal or some inside information than one with arms-crossed. So, touch and feel away! Just be sure to wash your hands first.
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Thursday, February 25, 2010

In The Name Of Nigel Cabourn's Father

Nigel Cabourn collection interview SS10 by Tenue de Nîmes from Menno - Tenue de Nîmes on Vimeo. [via Valet.]

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The Boyz

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Wednesday, February 24, 2010

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Do-Gooder Discount


Calling all do-gooders! Through the end of March, the sustainable shoemakers at Terra Plana are offering 50% off all stock -- online and in store -- to society's "key workers," i.e., police officers, fire fighters, doctors, nurses, dentists and dental hygienists, paramedics, vets and veterinary nurses, "community support officers", public sector workers, "ministry of defense personnel", teachers, nursery nurses, prison officers, probation service staff, social workers, traffic wardens, environmental health officers, and "care coordinators". Sadly, deal bloggers failed to make the cut.

Terra Plana - 254 Elizabeth St btwn Prince & Houston - 212-274-0455 - Map
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Laurel Canyon Vintage 50% Off

Through Monday, 3/1, Laurel Canyon Vintage is taking 50% off all men's stock, including flannel and Western shirts, boots, denim jackets and vintage T's. Can't miss. Lovin' these bad-ass '60s Boulet Harness boots down to the negligible sum of $105.

Laurel Canyon Vintage - 63 Thompson St near Broome - 212-343-1658 - Map
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

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Raw Debate

We absolutely applaud the renaissance that raw denim has experienced in recent years, but it has made for some difficult navigating. Mercifully, some top manufacturers, sellers, and bloggers -- along with writers, poets, musicians, environmentalists, and students -- have come together to put over 25 top brands to the test. Denim Debate was conceived to "showcase the best in premium denim while, at the same time, shining a light on the personalities that wear and have a passion for it," writes organizer and [you have broken the internet] blogger Ryan Plett. Think of it as a menswear Manhattan Project. Hey Ryan, Let's do shirts next!
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Barneys Warehouse Sale VIP Room

It deserves mentioning every Barneys Warehouse Sale that just around the corner lies one of the best kept secrets among New York menswear aficionados: Camouflage boutique and its semiannual sale featuring at least 50% off an expertly edited selection of stock, including the above hunter green Etro wool topcoat for $750, ...
This beautiful A.P.C. pea coat for just $260These SeaVees moc-boots for $130
These Paul Smith brogue-boots for $350
This Filson wool duffel for $170 (Note: Filson is very rarely marked down)
This fitted boiled-wool shirt from KZO for $99
These Etro rope belts for $99
These cotton winter hats from Drakes of London for just $49

Camouflage - 139 8th Ave at 17th - 212-691-1750 - Map
Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Map
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Barneys Warehouse Sale, Part 4

As of Tuesday afternoon, 2/23, suits and outerwear have yet to be marked down at the Barneys Warehouse Sale. Here's the latest rundown:
  • 20% Off Designer Sportswear
  • 20% Off Dress Pants
  • 20% Off Dress Shoes
  • 30% Off Sports Jackets with Yellow Tags
  • 30% Off Ties
  • 40% Off Sneakers
  • 40% Off Casual Sports Shirts
  • 40% Off Casual Pants
  • 40% Off Casual Pants
  • 40% Off Tuxedos
Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Weekdays 10am-9pm, Weekends 10am-7pm - Map
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Monday, February 22, 2010

Theory Sample Sale

Tuesday through Saturday, 2/23-2/27, Clothingline is hosting a Theory sample sale featuring outerwear for $60, knits for $30, shorts for $35, T's for $15, .... It's unlikely that this event will stand up to Theory's own sample sale in November, but that's history.

Oh, and if you're not in town, but still have a hankerin' for Theory, know that its online store just debuted.

Theory Sample Sale - Clothingline - 261 W 36th St bwtn 7th & 8th - 2nd fl - 212-947-8748 - Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm, Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm - Map
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The Grosgrain Refresher

There's no more affordable way to punch up a wardrobe than with accessories, and few are cheaper (and punchier) than a bold grosgrain watch strap. "It works with almost any simple, slim watch," notes The GQ Eye. Not so much "with a larger, chunkier chronograph style." London's Smart Turnout has a handsome selection (of straps) for less than $30 each, but our own city's sure to be teeming with the stuff in about a month.
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Kick-Around Brogues

The best advice is often the simplest advice. Blogger Unabashedly Prep says, "Go Brogue, Not Broke." Sure, at some point in his life, every man deserves a pristine pair of Church's to care for and call his own. (It's potentially the best investment he'll ever make.) But, as U.P. explains, "A used pair can tide you over until you’re ready to splurge." Last summer, I scored an immaculate pair of Allen Edmonds McAllister's (retail price $325) for $30 at a moving sale in the West Village. U.P. found the above Cole Haan's for $20 on eBay.

Used dress shoes also make perfect "kick-around" shoes -- ideal for rough treatment, and one's off-hours when lesser men resort to ratty kicks and those inexcusable hybrids (part dress shoe, part sneaker). You know who you are.
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Barneys Warehouse Sale, Part 3

As of Monday morning, 2/22, Barneys Warehouse Sale was taking an additional 20% off sneakers, accessories, ties, and sports jackets with yellow tags (about half of the displayed stock).... That's in addition to the 25% off casual sports shirts and casual pants we told you about last week... and those tuxedos.

We're again surprised by the slow pace at which Barneys is implementing markdowns. With less than a week left, still no action in the key areas of suits, coats, dress shirts, and dress shoes. Odd.

Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Weekdays 10am-9pm, Weekends 10am-7pm - Map
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Friday, February 19, 2010

Robert Marc Eyewear 50% Off

Beginning Monday, 2/22, Robert Marc locations around town with be taking 50% off select optical- and sun-glasses. The "Mad Men" frames pictured above will be down from $400 to $200. The sale -- if not the stock -- goes through mid-March.



RM - 1046 Madison Ave between 79th & 80th - 212-988-9600‎ - Map

RM - 1300 Madison Ave between 92nd & 93rd - 212-722-1600 - Map‎
RM - 190 Columbus Ave between 69th & 69th - 212-799-4600 - Map

RM -551 Madison Ave between 55th & 56th‎ - 212-319-2000 - Map
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RM - 782 Madison Ave between55th & 67th‎ - 212-737-6000 - Map
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RM - 400 Madison Ave between 47th & 48th - 212-319-2900 - Map
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RM - 450 W 15th St between 9th & 10th # 605‎ - 212-366-0656 - Map
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RM - 386 Bleecker St at Perry‎ - 212-242-6668 - Map

RM - 436 W Broadway between Spring & Prince‎ - 212-343-8300 - Map
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Free & Easy With Richard Chai

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The $2, 000 Masterpiece

Waiting to make partner at the firm before investing in a vintage watch? No need. Over at Debonair Magazine, Hodinkee recommends five "high-grade, rare, and collectable" timepieces, each for less than $2,000. We're torn between the Hamilton Fontainebleau (pictured) and the Breitling Top Time. Alas, you have to track 'em down yourself. EBay is a fine place to start your search, so long as you follow these 11 tips.
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Bally Sample Sale

Saturday through Wednesday, 2/20-2/24, get to the Soiffer Haskin showroom for a Bally sample sale featuring up to 75% off footwear, along with a "selection" of clothing and accessories. Credit Cards Only.

Bally sample sale - Soiffer Haskin - 317 W 33rd between 8th & 9th - 9am-6:30pm daily - Map
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Thursday, February 18, 2010

Hickoree's Hard Goods 40% Off

Frankly, Hickoree's Hard Goods struck us as one of those stores that would resist markdowns at all costs. Thankfully, we were wrong. Right now, find this gorgous gray melton wool pea-coat from Folk down from $700 to $400; this alpaca "people" cardigan down from $370 to $220; this "Raglan" limited edition flannel down from $295 to $175; ...
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Impossible Cool

Jake Davis Test Shots: The Impossible Cool from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

As you might have noticed, we're finding some of these "Test Shots" from director-cum-blogger Jake Davis too beautiful not to post. Remarkable stuff, and worth 1,001 words each. Bravo!
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Times: "We Are All Sale Shoppers Now"

Since his appointment earlier this year, Times "Critical Shopper" Jon Caramanica has certainly kept us on our toes. (To date, he's explored Americana's underpinnings at Dave's New York, and examined the remaking of a mega-brand at American Eagle's Time Square perch.)

Now, knocking us clear off our feet, Caramanica ventures into the bowels of the city's most notorious blowout, the Barneys Warehouse Sale! A priceless read for any self-respecting New Yorker, the review begins: "It's where my mother took me to get a proper suit in high school, and where Benjamin Bixby oxfords and plaid shirt-smocks from Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony go to die." Yes!

Bigger picture, Caramanica notes that the Barneys sale is "no longer the only game in town." On the contrary, "We are all sale shoppers now, trained to hold our breath until prices fall, which they inevitably will." Beggar like.

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Positively Dark

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Barneys Warehouse Sale, Part 2

As of Thursday morning, Barneys Warehouse Sale was taking an additional 25% off casual sports shirts -- from the likes of Steven Alan -- and casual pants... in addition to those tuxedo markdowns we told you about on Tuesday. Surprised Barneys has held out this long, but, at this point, there's no where to do but down, down, down...

Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Weekdays 10am-9pm, Weekends 10am-7pm - Map
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Opening Ceremony Hidden Treasures

Opening Ceremony's sample sale might be dead and gone, but its online shop is still stocked with some very attractive deals. Loving this Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony soft blazer down from $800 to $240; these Pendleton for Opening Ceremony patchwork and utility shirts down to $74; these Alexander Olch ties down to $70 and $75; ...
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Bronzed Bling

Our friends at Kempt have come upon what could be the least expensive, yet most stylish accessory ever produced. Courtesy of the Unite States Mint, feast your eyes on the 2010 Lincoln "Preservation of the Union" one-cent coin. The business end of this penny is its reverse side, which features a recreation of the "union shield" that first appeared during the Civil War. Add two of these bad boys to your favorite pair of loafers, and you're set for spring. [Via Valet.]
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Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Amarcord 40% Off

Through the end of the month, Amarcord is taking 40% off all vintage stock. The shop's Soho locale -- where the sale is going down -- specializes in designer labels obtained on seasonal buying trips to Europe, and Italy in particular.

Amarcord Soho - 252 Lafayette St between Prince & Spring - 212-431-4161 - Map
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At Unis With Eunice

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Barneys Warehouse Sale "Markdowns"

The word 'markdowns' is in quotations because, after nearly a week of Barneys' Winter Warehouse Sale "madness," only the tuxedos were on sale as of Tuesday morning. (Madness is in quotations because this season's sale has been pretty tame.) One clerk said to expect additional markdowns by the end of the week. Another said not to expect any until next week. We trust the former, but we'll keep you posted.

Note: Simply by virtue of its size, Barneys Warehouse Sale has always been an easy target for critics. This latest iteration, however, has many readers vowing to never visit the sale again. "It's really the same sh*t recycled sale after sale," says one. "Worst stuff I've seen in a long time," says another. "Really bad this time." These days, we're sure Barneys has bigger concerns than consumers' perception of its warehouse sale. Still, it obviously counts on the biannual events to recoup lost profits, and fewer shoppers makes that prospect less likely. Our advice? Get your sh*t together, Barneys Warehouse Sale!

Barneys Warehouse Sale - 255 W 17th St between 7th & 8th - 212-450-8400 - Weekdays 10am-9pm, Weekends 10am-7pm - Map
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