Opportunity Knocks

— Fri, 12th December 2008 —

It’s no secret that the consignment business is booming, which has led to the influx of some really nice pieces onto eBay. Ask Andy “senior member” and eBay “power seller” Mack11211 just unloaded some exceptional specimens online, including this brown flannel Paul Stuart jacket, which retails for $1,200. Starting bid: $50.  Worried about fit? Completely justified…. Read more »

Buried Treasure

— Thu, 11th December 2008 —

Friday and Saturday only, Barking Irons is taking 50-70% off its antiquity-inspired merch, including outerwear, shirts, and “shines,” i.e., jewelry. Men.Style recently profiled the inspired design duo –  Barking Irons sale – 161 Bowery between Broome & Delancey – 4th fl – Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 11am-6pm – Map

No, Not Michiko Kakutani!

— Thu, 11th December 2008 —

… Yoko Devereaux! Friday through Sunday, the Williamsburg boutique is taking up to 85% of F/W merch, and unloading samples for -$100. While not as steep, you can find some of the markdowns online right now. [Racked] **Update: “Good selection … but most pieces are indeed one-of-a-kind so you might be out of luck if… Read more »

Adios Amigo

— Thu, 11th December 2008 —

Scratch Lugo off your shortlist of SoHo haberdasheries. The Mott Street boutique is toast, we’re sorry to report.  At least for the time being, it looks like Lugo’s shirts and ties can still be acquired online. Lugo – 246 Mott St between E Houston & Prince – 212-334-3335 – Map