Not All Sales Are Created Equal

— Mon, 3rd November 2008 —

We were just discussing the fact that Barney’s always has ‘something’ on sale. A gracious tipster now sends word that all men’s wear goes on sale at 40% off, today. We’ll give you more info as soon as we get it. 

**Update –  The 40% off in-store sale, we just confirmed, is only today. You’ve got ’til 8pm.**
***Update 2 – Through x-mass, all non-designer men’s wear is now 40% off, while all designer gear will be reduced by 40% on the 19th, 11/19.***
Barneys – 660 Madison Ave at 61st – 212-826-8900 – Map

Get Knit

— Mon, 3rd November 2008 —

Through Friday, menswear boutique Sean is taking $25 off its already reasonably priced sweaters.

**Update: Sweaters and suits are now 25% off, indefinitely.**
*Update: Through January ’09, much of the stock is 30-40% off.*
Sean – 199 Prince at Sullivan – 212-598-5980 – Map
Sean – 224 Columbus Ave between 70th & 71st – 212-769-1489 – Map

Denim Market

— Mon, 3rd November 2008 —

For the next week, Chelsea Market is once again playing host to the Privé Sale, where you’ll find James Perse and Ben Sherman button-downs, along with a small selection of jackets, and plenty of denim. Not an amazing selection as it stands, but they’re expecting a fresh shipment of gear on Wednesday.

Privé Sale at Chelsea Market – 75 9th Ave between 15th and 16th – Daily 10:30am-7pm – Map

Place Your Bets

— Fri, 31st October 2008 —

Will this bum economy leave retailers at your mercy? Maybe. But, according to THIS Portfolio story, buyers have started placing smaller orders, which could mean fewer options come sale time. Something to keep an eye on.