Butter, Tibi, Something Bleu and Bettye Muller
Ladies, walk this way to score major discounts from this gathering of hip shoe lines. Among the selection are Butter suede boots, cut from $475 to $200; Something Bleu metallic heels for $100 (were $260); Bettye Muller suede pumps, nicked from $355 to $100; and Tibi point-toe pumps with braided detailing for $100 (instead of $352). 307 Seventh Ave between 27th and 28th Sts, suite 2307 (212-366-1822). Subway: 1 to 28th St. Mon 9–Nov 12 10am–7pm.

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eDressMe
This online retailer is opening up its New York showroom to unload its supply of designer garb at hugely discounted prices (up to 90 percent off!): Nothing will be more than $150. Anna Sui retro floral-print dresses (left) are tagged $149 (normally $521), ABS by Allen Schwartz floor-length evening gowns are lowered from $350 to $99, Kirribilla silk one-shoulder party frocks are reduced from $440 to $75, and Due Per Due embroidered gauze blouses are $40 (were $128). 325 W 38th St between Eighth and Ninth Aves, 17th floor (212-239-6505). Subway: A, C, E to 42nd St–Port Authority. Thu 10 10am–5pm.

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Comptoir des Cotonniers
A trip to Paris may not be in your future, but you can pretend you’re on the way to the Louvre with the help of some subtly hip pieces from this brand that’s known for its classic cotton fabrics and feminine detailing. Short-sleeved tops with ruffle detailing are chopped from $130 to $65, A-line skirts are halved to $60, and cotton printed scarves are $43 (instead of $85). 155 Spring St between West Broadway and Wooster St (212-274-0830). Subway: N, R, W to Prince St; 6 to Spring St. Mon–Sat 11am–8pm; Sun noon–6pm. Thu 16–Sept 1.

Camper
This brand’s signature kicks—comfortable with a stylish twist—are available for the whole family. Women’s wooden wedges with leather crossed elastic straps are $125 (originally $150), men’s lace-up sneakers are sliced from $95 to $80, and kid’s colorful ballet flats are trimmed from $75 to $60. 635 Madison Ave at 59th St (212-339-8600). Subway: N, R, W to Fifth Ave. Mon–Sat 10am–8pm; Sun noon–6pm. • 125 Prince St at Wooster St (212-358-1842). Subway: N, R, W to Prince St. Mon–Sat 11am–8pm; Sun noon–6pm. Through July 31.

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Jumelle
A chic piece from this Williamsburg boutique will help you stand out from the masses on the L-train platform. The annual end-of-season markdownfest means you can snag all spring and summer inventory for up to 50 percent off, with further discounts (up to 70 percent) as the sale progresses through August. Brooklynite Caitlin Mociun’s Abracadabra jumpers (left) are pared from $348 to $174, T by Alexander Wang classic tanks are sliced from $77 to $54, and Matt Bernson gladiator sandals are $115 (were $170). 148 Bedford Ave at North 9th St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn (718-388-9525). Subway: L to Bedford Ave. Sun noon–7pm; Mon 1–7:30pm; Tue–Sat noon–8pm. Thu 9–Aug 16.

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Paul Stuart
Men in search of quality threads should forgo overwhelming department stores and head to Paul Stuart for a consistent collection of well-tailored suits, sweaters, leather and wool outerwear, trousers, and accessories. Invest in a timeless wool-and-cashmere suit, trimmed from $1,634 to $399; cashmere Fair Isle sweaters, sliced from $547 to $164; or wool sport coats for $249 (normally $984). 317 W 33rd St between Eighth and Ninth Aves (718-747-1656). Subway: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3 to 34th St–Penn Station. Mon 13–Wed 15 9am–6:30pm; Apr 16 9am–5pm.

Sasha and Malia’s Inauguration Day coats

Posted in Own This City, Shopping by Erin Wylie on January 27th, 2009 at 2:04 pm

Getty/Courtesy of J.Crew

The rumors that Michelle Obama may soon grace a Vogue cover make me quiver with joy. If that does happen, I might find the courage to flip through an entire issue. But mama O. isn’t the only fashion plate in the family: Our pals at TONY Kids got the scoop from J.Crew’s Tom Mora and Jenny Cooper on the snazzy Inauguration Day coats they designed for Sasha and Malia.
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