Defenceless: Net-A-Porter Final Reductions

Oh how I wish I was a foot taller (and several pounds lighter) and endowed with the guts to don this gorgeous Thakoon column gown as a contemporary wedding choice. I imagine a Anna Vyalitsyna rocking it or this Theksen's Theory slip down the aisle one day.  As I type this, Guy M squints dismissively at the dresses... clearly even with the mention of Anna V or the prospect of a £125 wedding gown fail to convince him.

After taking an eternity to hit final reductions, it seems like items are going in a flash. If only there wasn't a wedding to plan & renovations to save for, I would be all over this evergreen black Chloe (now £650.91 after 50% off).  Especially since it does bear some resemblance to the unattainable LV.

Here are some other gentle suggestions (grin):

 3.1 Phillip Lim dress (now £80 after a whopping 80% discount)

 Croc embossed Mulberry iPad sleeve anyone? (at £87.50 - it's a steal)

Alldressedup Sale: Could, Would, Should?

I knew there was some buried subconscious reason that a particular loose silk tee at alldressedup's sale jumped out at me.  Navy, round neckline with 3/4 taupe sleeves - and 50% off and available in an equally pleasing chocolate/taupe combination.  

Sure enough, when scrolling through La Garconne's new arrivals, the aesthetic dawns on me:  3.1 Phillip Lim.  My retail spider sense has clearly been weakened through lack of use.

Alldressedup's version from their Spring/Summer 2011 line is actually more luxe - full silk rather than the knit vest/silk sleeve combination done at Lim.  It's also only about S$179 after the discount which works out to be a third of the cost for a similar look.  I'm now racking my brain (and retail conscience) whether to attempt asking the store holding the blouse - if it's even still available.  Oh the pain, the pain!

Also available on sale are their black or brown skinny wraparound leather belts that are so classic and perfect for that "wraparound & knot" look - a steal at S$35.70 after 70% off.  I have the brown and I love it to death so this might be a good time to score its sister.

If I Were A Rich Girl: Net-A-Porter USA Sale!!

My worst fears have come to fruition. I'm trying to schedule a viewing for an apartment, but Net-A-Porter (USA) has begun their summer sale - and there are painfully good bargains abound...  This is no time for weak shopping souls, and I'm absolutely fatigued from my long-term/short-term goal soliloquy.  Glee's Fleetwood Mac episode playing on the telly provided the soundtrack to this drama. 

This Bally Rachelle tote, which I've been eyeing in either the nude/brown or black/white, is now 50% off (US$697.50, approx S$906).  The soft muted hues of the brown version stir my heart, but it's the classic monochromatic style which would add more to my office wardrobe.  Having settled into the grind, I've come to appreciate how pulled together a boxy semi-structured tote looks when attending meetings - in fact, I'm regretting somewhat my Mulberry A4 Tote which seems the casual cousin in comparison.

On the International site, the Rachelle tote is currently about S$1390 at full price.  In commercial terms, if this bag goes on 50% off on the main site, I'll be there waiting with my credit card!

Other excellent deals (and if they all seem rather neutral in hue, it's just me trying to be circumspect/justifying their purchase):

3.1 Phillip Lim K.C. leather satchel - Now US$425

Reed Krakoff multi-tone strappy sandals - Now US$390

Theyksen's Theory silk blouse - Now US$147.50

Today I Eat, Tomorrow I Shop: Weekend Sales

Club 21's May Madness is back from 29 April to 2 May for Club 21 cardmembers - but this time it's 10% off any 2 items, and 15% off for 3 or more items. 

Unfortunately, a big fat sticker on the reverse of the pre-printed postcard clarifies that the promotion is not valid for Comme des Garcons Pocket, on CDG Play or Black products, or Balenciaga bags and small leather goods. Right - so that basically scrapped most of the shopping list which ran through my head when I first sighted the card.

I might still pop by Tsumori Chisato (cute little scarf, you are mine!) especially since the Inhabit Bazaar Sale is happening in town too - Alexander Wang and Phillip Lim at up to 90% off may be too good a bargain to pass on.

And to top it off, The Link is offering 30-50% off selected items at Bagbar, The Paragon. I scored a gorgeous leather cuff there during their last clearance sale, so I'm hoping the trip into town will be fruitful.

Lust *caution* I have suffered a relapse with my addiction to the SS2010 collection from 3.1 Phillip Lim, but I'm going to try real. hard. to hold out for The Outnet's Anniversary Sale tomorrow. In case you've been living under a rock, how's "One Person, One Item, One Pound" sound for a GOOD Friday? Wishing I had an iPhone, it'd keep me from resorting to thinly veiled attempts to work, eat and hang around my computer tomorrow...

Want: 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2010 RTW

  

Spotted:  Phillip Lim in NYC stealing my heart all over again.   I want this ENTIRE collection!  Bags, necklaces, shoes, clothes et al.   Sadly, my wallet (ever the tease) will certainly only allow me a necklace or bag out of sheer pity. 

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3.1 Phillip Lim Tote : Oh What Could Have Been

This COULD have been my very first 3.1 Phillip Lim score! In delightful red/persimmon calf leather, the tote was going for a song on the soon to close eluxury. Only USD105 for this lovely - a whacking 60% +50% off!

My heart was absolutely singing when I spied it over the weekend. The only downside was eluxury's firm policy of not accepting international credit cards - so even vpost was useless. As such, my grand plan involved galpal M's Citibank Globeshopper concierge thingamajig - which, as it turns out, takes THREE days to process. That is light years in desperate sale times!

A quick check half an hour ago suggests that the bag is gone *whimper* My amazing could-have-been tote was also available in Mint and Citronella. Naturally, all colourways are now sold out...

Hence, I have absolutely no hesitation on posting this deal. All remaining shoes, bags and accessories are at an extra 50% off! So if you are in the USA and own a credit card, please go forth and shop! Eluxury will retire June 26.

Non-Buyer Regret

I'm quoting a little email from my gal pal M, in its entirety, about this post on WhoWearWhat just because it gives me a giggle every time I read it:

"I really want that black vest!!! sigh.... and the white shirt. hell... i love the entire philip lim outfit! sigh.."

I must confess that I too glanced wistfully at my mobile and started time-zone conversions when I saw the price of that vest. If however you live in the USA, then there's absolutely no excuse : DIAL NOW

*Update 22/4/09:  The Target vest is now available online (here)

B.R. / A.R. : Geometric Print

Before the r********: Geometric Print Dress by 3.1. Phillip Lim - US$875

After : Basic black tee with Vintage Geometric Print Skirt from Urban Collection - US$44

Savings : US$831

How To Wear : Grey Heels

Despite being patent, shoeboot-like and swirling in cutout details, this grey pair of Georgina Goodmans (from her Resort collection at Eve) really isn't hard to carry off!

Option #1 : Pare down Brights!

Grey is a fantastic neutral which works as an alternative to "too harsh" black (e.g. Shopbop's pairing of black sandals with the purple Thakoon, IMO) or "too bling" metallics.

*From Left: Stella McCartney Asymmetric Dress; Thakoon Slouchy Dress; Donna Karen Spring Coat - similar here

Option #2 : Blend with Monotones

Little strappy sandals can look a little precious sometimes - For the girls who love their tanks and cargos, try the Georgina Goodman with black shorts and a white men's shirt for a casual yet tailored look!



*For inspiration.... From Left: Phi Resort 2009; Phillip Lim Resort 2009