Barneys Warehouse Sale First Impressions

— Thu, 19th August 2010 —

About Day 1 of Barneys Warehouse Sale, we’ll have a more thorough accounting for you tomorrow morning, but consider these first impressions…

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“The BNY sale was a big regurgitation of sales past,” writes star contributor and Eating Everywhere editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs. “What used to be the crème de la crème of NYC seasonal sales has turned into a predictable mess. Day 1 was crowded as expected, but late in the afternoon, when I arrived was at least east to get into – no lines….

More analysis after the jump…

Fjällräven 50th Anniversary Discount

— Thu, 19th August 2010 —

Today, 8/19, Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven’s is proudly celebrating its 50th anniversary with an all-day event, featuring Swedish snacks (?) and 10% off commemorative Kånken backpacks. Also, make a purchase and be entered to a free Kånken. Happy anniversary, Fjällräven!

Fjallraven – 262 Mott St btwn E. Houston & Prince – 1pm-8pm – 212-226-7846 – Map

Take Ivy, The Reissue Interview

— Thu, 19th August 2010 —

It’s been a longtime coming for Take Ivy — the preppy style bible conceived in ’65 by an Ivy League-obsessed Japanese photog. Over the years, the title has gained a strong following in the U.S., recently fetching upwards of $2,000 on eBay. Spearheaded by Wes Del Val, powerHouse Books in Brooklyn, NY is reissuing the book stateside (with English translations) on August 31. In anticipation of the big day, contributor — and Eating Everywhere editor-in-chief — Sam Jacobs caught up with Del Val to talk shop, style, and the future of prep.

Full interview after the jump…

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— Thu, 19th August 2010 —

Barneys Warehouse Sale

— Wed, 18th August 2010 —

Barneys Warehouse Sale starts tomorrow morning, 8/19, at 8 a.m. sharp — though, as we recently found out, few of you care about Day 1, or BWS at all. If you are planning an early attack, remember to prepare a wish list beforehand, stick to your sizing sections, and remember that prices drop precipitously over the course of the two-week sale.

SEE INSIDE THE SALE HERE

Barneys Warehouse Sale – 255 W 17th St btwn 7th & 8th – 212-450-8400 – Map