I *Heart* Sample Sales Betsey Johnson

Supima Design Competition Open Call

1 DAY LEFT. CALLING ALL DESIGNERS Open Call: Oct. 21 at Bloomingdales 59th St., No.59 Metro Level (at base of downward escalator) Don't forget to bring: - A sketch of the eveningwear entry - Design portofolio - CV - A garment you have designed and sewn 

Elie Tahari Sample Sale

Shecky's Girls Night out!

I received an invitation to Shecky's Girls Night Out. If your looking for something fun and exciting to do with girlfriends this is the event for you! I have attended this event in the past and have never been disappointed! Check out the info Below.

ABOUT

What?
Shecky's is an online and event destination for what’s cool and undiscovered in FASHION, BEAUTY and FUN with the girls.

From emerging designers to great beauty discoveries, delicious cocktails to free giveaways— Shecky's offers a wonderland for girls to SHOP, SAMPLE & SCORE the world of things girls love.

How?
Shecky's partners with 1200+ cool companies a year to bring women the latest and greatest in fashion, beauty, entertainment, and more in unique web and event experiences that can be shared with friends.

Why?
Because once in a while, women need a place to escape, where we can indulge, pamper ourselves and have some quality girl time—without the boys!

What’s Shecky’s Mission?
To spoil girls with fashion, beauty, fun and the best girlfriend group experiences.

Become a Shecky’s Insider today and start experiencing fashion, beauty & fun with Shecky’s in your social circle.

New York City
Date: Mon.-Fri., Oct. 19th-23rd, 2009
Time: 5pm-10pm
Place: The Puck Building
293 Lafayette St. (@ Houston St.)


Click Here to Purchase Tickets!
ALL General Admission is SOLD OUT! Advance Goodie Bag tickets for Monday, Thursday and Friday are SOLD OUT! Tue.-Wed. advance Goodie Bag tickets are still available!

General Admission + Shecky’s Goodie Bag*: $30 in Advance | $40 at the Door		Door tickets: General Admission: $10 Famous Goodie Bag tickets: $40 (Door tickets are limited - cash only)

NOTE: You must be 21 years or older to attend this event.
Proper ID will be required at the door.

Black Girls Rock Awards 2009

This past weekend, Saturday October 17th was the 2009 Fourth Annual Black Girls Rock! awards. This star studded event was hosted by Actress Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross. Honoring Mary J. Blige, Raven Symone, Sonia Sanchez, Naomi Campbell just to name a few.
 Black Girls Rock! was founded by hip hop dj Beverly Bond and seeks to bring about awareness and change in the way in which young women of color are being portrayed and portraying themselves in hip hop culture. I feel empowered instantly!  Here are some of the fabulous women in entertainment who attended.

Photo credits* Concrete Loop and Getty Images

WWD Apparel CEO Summit

I came across this very important event from Women's Wear Daily. If you're interested in being in the fashion industry in any aspect or even if you are already apart of the industry and need a heads up this is a critical event for you to attend!!! Dress Fiercely, Take Notes, and be your own personal walking P.R package. Remember if you don't believe in you no one else will. Good luck angels!

November 9-10, 2009
St. Regis Hotel
New York City

FOR APPAREL AND RETAIL INDUSTRY EXECUTIVES 

The 13th annual WWD Apparel CEO Summit will feature an expanded two-day editorial program, consisting of keynote presentations, panel discussions, interactive working sessions and a Retail Insights Town Hall, all specifically designed to stimulate networking and cooperative conversation around the business issues that are of highest priority and greatest challenge to our global industry. 

200+ CEOs and Presidents from across the global apparel and retail industries will be in attendance. 

SPEAKERS TO DATE INCLUDE: 

Bonnie Brooks, CEO and President
The Bay, Hudson's Bay Company 

Wesley Card, President and CEO
Jones Apparel Group Inc. 

Emanuel Chirico, Chairman and CEO
Phillips-Van Heusen Corp. 

Christine Day, CEO
lululemon athletica inc. 

John E. Fleming, Executive VP and Chief Merchandising Officer
Wal-Mart U.S. 

Ronald L. Frasch, President and Chief Merchandising Officer
Saks Inc. 

Jeff Gennette, Chief Merchandising Officer
Macy's Inc. 

James E. Glassman, Managing Director and Senior Economist
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. 

Julie Greiner, Chief Merchandise Planning Officer
Macy's Inc. 

Marc Jacobs, Designer, Marc Jacobs International, and
Artistic Director, Louis Vuitton 

Donna Karan, Chief Designer
Donna Karan New York 

Karen Katz, President and CEO
Neiman Marcus Stores 

Mathew Katz, Managing Director
AlixPartners LLP 

Ron Kirk, Ambassador
United States Trade Representative 

Susan Lyne, Chief Executive Officer
Gilt Groupe 

Stella McCartney, Creative Director
Stella McCartney Ltd. 

Betsy McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer
Hot Topic Inc. 

Mindy C. Meads, President and Chief Merchandising Officer
Aeropostale Inc. 

Kevin A. Plank, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Under Armour Inc. 

Bruce Rockowitz, President
Li & Fung Ltd. 

Howard Tubin, Analyst
RBC Capital Markets 

Eric Wiseman, Chairman, President and CEO
VF Corp. 

ATTENDEES INCLUDE: 

Fashion / Apparel BRANDS AND RETAILERS. Attendees are pre-qualified to ensure that they are the top-level executive and decision-maker, holding CEO and/or President titles. 

The Summit audience consists of the most influential and up-and-coming companies shaping our global apparel industry – from mass to luxury, domestic to international, brands to retailers. 

For more information on attending this event, contact Jennifer Macaluso at 212.630.4947 orjennifer.macaluso@fairchildpub.com. 

Paris Fashion Week* Lavin

What a lovely show! Starting with familiar black ruffles and evolving into a sea of deep oranges nudes pinks peaches and encrusted sequin. Alber Elbaz used ruffles suiting and draping and amazing jewelry to create this collection of cocktail dresses, jumpsuits, and coats that will be always remembered. Draping designers, take notes, this is how its done.

Paris Fashion Week Rick Owens

How Dreamy! Heres the Paris Rick Owens collection, very different from everything that we've seen in New York aside from the grey similarity. Its very fresh and creative and I love the arm candy.

Hellz Bellz NYC Sample Sale

 YESSSSSSSSS! Hellz Bellz Sample sale October 10, and October 11, 12pm-7pm. I love this brand with my entire heart. I originally posted about them in january here's the link incase you are unfamiliar with Hellz Bellz I will be here with donning riot gear because I want it all! Happy Shopping!

-"I ROCK HELLZ BELLZ WITH MY NEW CHANEL, YOU ROCK FAKE NAILS, CHANEL WITH TWO LL'S"

Mac Holiday Kits

MAC Holiday 2009 Kits/Sets

U.S. Launch Date: October 15th, 2009

Love’s Divine Lash Kit ($48.00 U.S. / $57.50 CDN) (Nordstrom/The Bay only)

Barrel silhouette cosmetic bag in metallic gunmetal fabric with dark grey trim and a charm zipper pull. Nordstrom and the Bay only.

• #7 Lashes
• Rapidblack Penultimate Liner
• Reflects Transparent Teal (Glitter)
• Zoomblack Zoomlash (Promo Size)

Mineralize Kit ($59.50 U.S. / $71.50 CDN) (MAC Stores only)

Pinkzapoppin!

• Light Flush Soft pastel pink with deep bronze veining (Mineralize Skinfinish) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)
• Dainty Yellow pink with gold pearl (Mineralize Blush) (Permanent)
• Love Connection Pale beige with gold and blue veining/Warm gold mono (Mineralize Eyeshadow) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)
• 181SE Brush

Fun In the Sun

• Shimpagne Beige shimmer with golden/copper sparkle (Mineralize Skinfinish) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)
• Nuance Mid-tone peach with gold pearl (Mineralize Blush) (Permanent)
• Play on Plums Peachy gold with pink and bronze veining/Bronzed burgundy mono (Mineralize Eyeshadow) (Limited Edition) (Repromote)
• 181SE Brush

Miracles Happen/Viva Glam Lip Kit ($22.50 U.S. / $27.50 CDN) (All Locations)

• VG V (Lipstick)
• VG VI (Lipstick)
• VG V (Lipglass)
• 316SE Brush

Kids Helping Kids ($6.00 U.S. / $7.50 CDN)

Designed by kids from tanzania and cambodia for kids living affect by HIV/AIDS everywhere. 100% of the proceeds go to pediatric HIV/AIDS organizations.

• Cards 6 colourful any season greeting cards with envelopes in a see-through pouch
• Gift Cards 12 colourful gift tags in a see-thru pouch

*Credits Temptalia

Eve, out of Love with Fetish.

Fetish apparel line and its collections are done for good due to “legal reasons,” reports The YBF.  Musican/actress, Eve, launched her clothing company in the fall of 2003. Fetish was Eve's signature line of urban sophisticated clothes for juniors and women, backed by "Signature Apparel, a New York based manufacturer and distributor the line consisted of jeans, casual wear, shirt, sweaters and dresses as well as handbags, and accessories,  Fetish clothing was sold at  Macy’s, Against All Odds, Up Against the Wall, Dr.Jays.com and other specialty retailers.She was said to be in the middle of revamping the line for a re-release under a new name and a new parent company.

7 For All Mankind Warehouse Sale

7 For All Mankind is having their first ever warehouse sale at the Metropolitan Pavilion. We were sceptical at first because they would not supply us with styles and pricing. Their PR representative, however, did assure us that pricing will be less than Gap's new line of jeans.If given the choice we would take a pair of 7s over Gap's $70 version and day of the week. Shoppers are encouraged to register ahead online.If you're looking for the best price, book a Sunday shopping appointment because prices drop each day of the sale.

Reports back from the LA 7s sale, which occurred last week, were mostly positive. If buying irregular or sample jeans make sure to look them over carefully. Embellished jeans, not surprisingly, cost a bit more. Fitting rooms are questionable so wear leggings. Most importantly, remember: Jeans that don't look great are worthless no matter how inexpensive. 7 For All Mankind Warehouse Sale Friday October 2nd, 2009 - Sunday October 4th, 2009 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Metropolitan Pavilion 123 West 18th Street, 5th Floor Register ahead online

*Credits Madison Spy

If you are unfortunately not in the New York area on Friday, rest assure I have a fabulous alternative for you! Gilt. com is also having a 7 For All Mankind sale online! The perks with that is, Gilt allows returns, say the cut isn't right for you or you should have ordered a size up or down. Also you avoid the waiting in line and possible brawl over the last pair of "Roxanne" style in size 28. (We've all been there!!) The Gilt, sale starts at Friday at 12pm, my advice to you is to be on the website at from 11:50pm on and just wait it out. Things go quickly! Below you can find the invitation link to Gilt incase you need it. Happy Shopping and may the sample sale force be with you!

Gilt Invitation

Champagne wishes and Alaïa Dreams, Come True

Have you been dreaming about your very own Alaïa since the first time you

watched Clueless (and like me swore you should have made Cher and 

Dionne a trio)? But, just couldn't save up enough money to pay retail 

price, or are a budget fashionista and refuse to pay retail price Today 

is your lucky day! the Outnet.com is having a sale on Azzedine Alaïa and

its well worth checking out.