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So kids. Don’t have a Valentine? It’s okay, me neither. And I know just the thing that’ll cheer you up…
SHOPPING!
I’ve been wanting to do this for a long time, and I’ve finally gotten my lazy butt to do it. We all know that awesome sales go on during the weekends (thank you Daily Candy and Refinery 29), but it takes forever to figure out where the sales are, what time the stores are open, how many sales are near each other…blahdeeblahdeeblah.
SO. I’ve done the hard work for you. All you have to do is print out the itinerary + map, and go shopping. It’s okay. You’re welcome. I do it because I am truly deeply completely madly in love with you. Happy Valentine’s Day :)
MISSION: 4 Sales + 1 Pit Stop
View Sample Sales Valentine’s Day Weekend 2010 in a larger map
Itinerary:
11:00 am
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Opening Ceremony
35 Howard St, by Broadway
Subway: Canal St (6, NQRW)
Sale: Up to 70% off
Brands: Band of Outsiders, Opening Ceremony, Raf Simons, Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, United Bamboo, and more. |
12:00 pm
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Odin & Pas de Deux
199 Lafayette St, by Broome St
Walk: 3 blocks up Lafayette
Sale: Up to 60% off |
1:00 pm
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Amarcord Vintage
252 Lafayette St, btw Spring and Prince
Walk: 2 blocks up Lafayette
Sale: Up to 40%
Brands: Balenciaga, Christian Dior, Ungaro, Moschino, Sonia Rykiel, Yves Saint Laurent, and many more. |
2:00 pm
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Clinton Street Baking Co.
4 Clinton St, by Houston
Walk: 7 blocks East on Houston (yes you can!)
Why: It’s Pancake Month!
Recommended: Blueberry Pancakes, $13 |
3:30 pm
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Marmalade Vintage
172 Ludlow St, by Stanton
Walk: 4 blocks East on Stanton
Sale: Cheap buys, $25 – $50 |
4:30 pm
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Barney’s Warehouse Sale (not shown, extra credit)
255 W 17th St, btw 7th and 8th Ave
Subway: 2nd Ave (F, V) to 14th
Sale: Up to 75% off |
Print this itinerary in a PDF and go play! Who cares if you don’t buy anything…just get out there and have fun…weeeE
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School, Year, Major:
Parsons School of Design, Junior, Communication Design
Where are you on your way to?
Home
Favorite store/brand?
I actually have a few, I can’t narrow them down to one. I love H&M and Urban Outfitters. I also love No Relation Vintage on 1st and 13th on the East Side, and Buffalo Exchange.
Where are you from?
Brooklyn, born and raised.
How would you describe your style?
I usually like to keep it pretty casual, maybe jeans, a button-up shirt and a nice blazer. But I don’t always keep it that way.
Why we spotted him:
Alfonso’s lived-in leather, structured wool, and antique plaid make for a crisp, classic look. The timelessness of the materials is completed by solid, dark-wash denim. Definition of the casual sophisticate here, Alfonso infuses a little ease into his polished style with a slight cuff of his pants and a laid-back vibe. No doubt these pieces will outlast many a spring cleaning.
Coat: H&M, $100. Scarf: Zara, $30. Sweater: Urban Outfitters, $30. Jeans: Urban Outfitters, $10. Boots: Ugg, $200. Bag: Gap, $80.
Alfonso spotted at The New School.
Photos by Peggy Nelling.
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by Emily on February 10, 2010
School, Year, Major:
New York University, Sophomore, Art History
Where are you on your way to?
I just got out of class.
Favorite store/brand?
Anthropologie and H&M
Where are you from?
MICHIGAN!!!
How would you describe your style?
Moody…it all depends on my mood. Today I’m feeling really tired of winter and being cold all the time, so I wanted to wear something green and with flowers to remind me of Spring!
Why we spotted her:
Despite the dreary weather, Merrill chose to show her optimistic side by wearing an outfit that integrates both forecast-functional elements, as well as bright, playful pieces that add a pop of “Spring” to the mix. By wearing a blossomy underneath a dark coat, Merrill shows off just the right amount of color, and avoids looking like she’s obvlivious to the Winter weather. Her eye-catching purse is a completely different pattern than her dress, but only a sliver of each pattern is visible, so she still looks adorable! The chunky scarf and substantial-looking boots are the perfect accessories to keep Merrill’s look grounded.
Coat: Urban Outfitters, On sale, $10. Dress: Indiska, In Sweden, 9.00 EUR. Boots: Steve Madden, $100. Bag: Thrift store in Amsterdam, 38.00 EUR. Glasses: SEE, $150.
Merrill spotted at Washington Square Park East.
Photos by Peggy Nelling.
[...click to see more of Merrill...]
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School, Year, Major:
Columbia, Junior, English
Where are you on your way to?
Home from class.
Favorite store/brand?
Elizabeth James, Helmut Lang, Zucca.
Where are you from?
Korea
How would you describe your style?
Downtown. I like things that are unique.
Why we spotted her:
Pattern alchemy at its finest, black and white stripes plus leopard boots yields an unexpected delight! Joyce’s outfit is exuberantly playful in the face of the gloomy weather we’ve been having, proving that as long as a heavy coat and thick scarf are involved, winter dressing doesn’t have to be stark and dull. Round frames give this look even more of a fun, free spirit.
Coat: Jelly Garcia in Korea, $500. Scarf: Intermix, $200. Glasses: Oliver Peoples, $350. Vest: Zucca, $200. Sweater: Jelly Garcia, $200.Jeans: Paige Denim, $100.Boots:
Joyce spotted at Columbia.
Photos by Jayne Scalisi.
Check out where to get items in this outfit on Smarter Blogs.
[...click to see more of Joyce...]
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School, Year, Major:
Columbia, Sophomore, English
Where are you on your way to?
Class.
Favorite store/brand?
The Goodwill bins or eBay.
Where are you from?
Vermont but I live in Bushwick, Brooklyn
How would you describe your style?
Ex-punk.
Why we spotted him:
There is a wonderful tan/navy pairing happening here. I couldn’t help but notice the quiet refinement about Sky’s look, from his super cool hair and popped-collar pea coat to his gold-black Adidas kicks.
Coat: Salvation Army, $20. Jeans: Cheap Monday, $80. Shoes: Adidas, $60. Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, My friend found them at a thrift store and gave them to me. I bought him dinner…$20.
[...click to see more from Sky...]
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Yes, darlings. We’ve finally come to Columbia.
School, Year, Major:
Columbia, Junior, Political Science
Where are you on your way to?
Home from class.
Favorite store/brand?
No favorite stores or brands, only favorite pieces.
Where are you from?
Huntington Beach, CA
How would you describe your style?
Inconsistent.
Why we spotted him:
Coiffed and slick, Jonathan shows us how to look super classy while keeping it cool with his immaculate Euro-prepster taste. And I’m loving how he’s keeping the holidays a close memory with his very merry plaid red scarf.
Coat: Acne, $900. Scarf: APC, $115. Shirt: Acne, $60. Jeans: APC, $155. Boots: Buttero, $420.
Jonathan spotted at Columbia.
Photos by Wen Wen.
[...click to see more of Jonathan and check out where he shops...]
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School, Year, Major:
New School – Parsons & Lang, Junior, Illustration & Visual Arts
Where are you on your way to?
On my way to grab some coffee in between classes.
Favorite store/brand?
My favorite store in NYC is Stella Dallas by 10 ft Single on North 6th in Williamsburg. It’s a pretty good vintage store that isn’t outrageously priced.
Where are you from?
I proudly hail from Richmond, VA
How would you describe your style?
I would usually describe my style as casual or androgynous, but I’ve been throwing on lots of gaudy and/or girly accessories lately to femme up my look.
Why we spotted her:
Sporting black and white from the ankles up, Leslie surprises us by throwing in a pair of bright blue socks and daring Marni platforms. While staying loyal to her usual androgynous look by sporting a sleek, straight silhouette, she adds that touch of femme with her fur sweater and platforms to kick it all up a notch.
Hat: some antique store (Warwick, NY), $35. Earrings: Macy’s, $45. Coat: J.Crew, $250. Vintage Fur Sweater: Halcyon Experienced Clothing (Richmond, VA), $45. Hoodie: Urban Outfitters, $50. Jeans: J Brand, $160. Long Johns: Walmart, $5. Socks: SmartWool, $20. Platforms: Marni – eBay, $70. Leather Purse: Stella Dallas Vintage (Williamsburg, Bklyn), $20.
[...click to see more from Leslie...]
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School, Year, Major:
New School – Eugene Lang, Sophomore, Liberal Arts
Where are you on your way to?
Grabbing a solo lunch.
Favorite store/brand?
Rick Owens
Where are you from?
Palm Beach, Florida.
How would you describe your style?
Electric, like electricity. You just know when it’s all put together that everyone loves it, then you love it, and it’s contagious. It’s contagious electricity.
How is school going this semester?
School has never been better. I love it — and my professor Tracy Ann Williams. She’s sassy!
Why we spotted him:
To dress up, or to dress down? Here we get the best of both. Trey “preps up” his boho-casual shoes and hat with a polished shirt, tie, and vest combination. Chic and comfortable, he can easily go right from class to a dinner out — probably more than a coincidence, we figure, since he’s boldly informed us of his singledom!
Hat: H&M, $7. White Shirt: Juicy Couture, $100. Vest: French Connection, $150. Jeans: Stitch’s Jeans, $300. Boots:
Amsterdam, $1,000.
[...click to see more from Trey...]
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School, Year, Major:
FIT, Junior, Fashion Merchandising and Management
Favorite store/brand?
Forever 21, because I can be super creative, make tons of great outfits, and spend just the right amount… or a few dollars extra if I’m feeling risky. My favorite brand is Emporio Armani, I own one thing from him, I adore it, and I will never be able to afford anything else until I’m making the big bucks.
How would you describe your style?
Completely trend conscious – I read Lucky, go to fashion shows, get WWD 3 times a week and subscribe to several fashion/trend blogs. I see what’s in, and then I make it fit my body, my budget, and my personality. Those three things will never change (except hopefully my budget, and god forbid my body), but trends are always evolving – I think the whole point of fashion is to go with it, try new things and have fun. Right now I’m digging the 40’s and 20’s, so most of my styles have just a touch of that. I also tend to be more preppy/classic trendy – but I think only because that’s my fashion safe zone.
Why we spotted her:
It takes a true daredevil fashionista to sport a mini in subzero temperatures. Morgan manages to work the effortless, manicured prep look smack in the middle of January. Weather? Nonissue.
Peacoat: L.L. Bean, $200. Baby Blue V-Neck Sweater: Mossimo from Target, $12. Pashmina Scarf: street vendor, $5. Skirt: Forever 21, $6. Stockings: Uniqlo, $5. Boots: Jessica Simpson, $100. Bracelet: Forever 21, $6. Bag: Marc Eco from Macy’s, $80.
[...click to see more from Morgan...]
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School, Year, Major:
Temple University, Junior, Film & Communications
Favorite store?
H&M, Topman, Trash & Vaudeville
How would you describe your style?
Modern Day Vampire.
Winter plans?
Hanging out; I’m from the city.
Why we spotted him:
Andrew proves, with his skeleton gloves, that he is no frou frou Edward Cullen/pretty-boy kind of vampire. Oh no. Armed with wind-swept locks, striped shirt, and belted boots, Andrew perfects the style of a modern day Count — simultaneously exuding class and tinge of darkness.
Coat: H&M, $120. Gloves: H&M, $15. Shirt: H&M, $25. Tie: Topman, $25. Suit: Topman, $200. Boots: Guess, $35.
Andrew spotted on 27th Street and 7th Ave.
Photos by Sudhakar Komakula
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