The Choosy Beggar

Last night, we stopped by the Elie Tahari sample sale going on through Saturday, where we found three full racks of jackets, knits, shirts, and pants priced as follows:
Now, for our money, Tahari’s wares are a bit too busy, overly designed, and overly distressed, but you will find more restrained pieces like this herringbone jacket, which is a steal at just $129:
Elie Tahari sample sale – 510 5th Ave, ***which is actually located on 43rd St between 5th & 6th*** – 212-398-2622 – Tues-Fri 8:30-7:30, Sat 10am-5pm – Map

At 12 noon today, Chip & Pepper jeans and apparel go on sale at Gilt.com. The Beggar has your invite to the member’s only sale site HERE.

Everyone’s a Beggar these days! In the spirit of “service journalism,” Tyler and Josh suggest some smart ways to cut back, get the biggest bang for your buck, and shop strategically during these rough economic times.

Being the industry insiders that they are, the two make absolutely no mention of sale shopping. We know, we know, men’s mags just don’t go there. No worries. The Beggar’s humble, and happy to fill the void.

Here’s a fall sale that’s not to be missed. Wednesday through Friday, Gant is slashing a full 80% off classic fall/winter basics. That means flannel shirts down from $115 retail to just $29, and wool blazers that retail for $545 to $845 going for just $95.

Gant sale – 20 W 55th St nr 5th Ave – 11 fl – 212-230-1949 – Wed-Thurs – 8:30am-6:30pm, Fri 8:30am-5pm – Map