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Find Amy Smilovic's famously colorful dresses for up to 75% off at Tibi. 11/11-11/13; 1-7 Wed., 9-6 Thurs., 9-5 Fri.; 409 W. 39th St. (9th & 10th Aves.).Always a must-hit on my list, Lewis Cho's sample sale features his signature jersey and silk pieces for $20-$95 (that's up to 80% off). 11/11-11/13; 11-8 Wed. & Thurs., 11-7 Fri.; 225 W. 36th St. (7th & 8th Aves.), ste. 702.Get some early

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Leather pants--the skinnier, the better--were all over the fall runways. And while I am all for leather pants (or even the more budget-friendly faux leather ones), I don't have a lot to say about them, other than they're awesome. In other words, if you've seen one pair of leather pants, you've kind of seen them all. The trouble, too, with leather pants, especially of the tight and skinny variety,

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There's just something about plaid that says fall to me--I tend to feature it here every year. But while plaid itself is timeless, it can be updated to the trends of the season. So this year, while a full-on grunge revival might not be happening quite yet, a relaxed plaid shirt with a borrowed-from-your-boyfriend fit is definitely a must-have. (Bonus points if it's flannel.) Unlike the grunge era

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I, like nearly every other fashion blogger in existence, nearly wet my pants over Alexander Wang's studded Coco bag. Apparently, so did everyone else: There is a 400-person wait list for the bag at Barneys, and all of Wang's spring bags have already sold out--before even hitting the sales floor. However, in all my excitement over the Coco, I overlooked an even better option: the Diego. This bag

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Fall 2009 is all wrapped up in cozy luxe dressing. Fur is a major trend this season. Add just a touch of vintage appeal to your look with a fur collared cardigan. These cozy cardis can be dressed up or down. You can create a look that is sweet and demure or infused with a downtown urban edge. Fur collared cardigans are available in long and belted to short and cropped styles. Many of the collars

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There is no question that Herve Leger (the man) is an incredibly talented, if not visionary, designer. In the '80s and '90s, his skintight bandage dresses showcased their wearers' aerobicized bodies, but also sculpted and highlighted them in a sexy yet flattering way, thanks to the dresses' tightly knit bandage construction. The grunge years were not kind to Leger, however, and Max Azria

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The always-tantalizing Aeffe USA has Alberta Ferretti, Gaultier, Moschino, and other coveted designers for men & women at highly discounted prices. 11/4–11/7; 10-6, 11-5 Sat.; 30 W. 56th St. (5th & 6th Aves.). Stock up on fancy undies--plus sleepwear, swimwear, and ready-to-wear--at La Perla's sample sale, where prices are up to 80% off retail. 11/8-11/11; 1-6 Sun., 10-6 Mon.-Wed.; 4 W. 58th St.

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Ponchos are making an appearance again this fall in the form of chunky knits. Think handmade, warm and cozy. Many are a fusion of sweater and poncho that button up the front, making them easier to layer. You'll see hoods, pockets and zippers as added features as well. Look for all wool styles made with thick yarns and lots of texture in the knitted design. Or try a lighter poncho on for size; it

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I inexplicably got sucked into the Yankees-Phillies game. Please check back Tuesday night for sales.

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With hemlines showing no signs of lowering and designers even embracing the scary no-pants look, there is only one rational solution: over-the-knee boots. I've already seen several pairs out and about in the streets of NYC, and while there are many options out there, the boots I'm after are the ones closer to styles seen on the runway. My criteria: They must have a heel, they must hit above the

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You have to hand it to the Wertheimer family, who privately own Chanel: Decades after the death of Gabrielle Chanel--and a particularly shaky postwar period--Chanel remains one of the most sought-after labels in fashion. They, along with Karl Lagerfeld, have mastered the art of brand image. Of course, Chanel herself was a visionary, and the hallmarks of her style--the LBD, jersey, sailor stripes,

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Yves Saint Laurent is having a "friends and family" sale; hopefully you don't technically have to be either to enter. 10/28–10/30; 8-8 Wed. & Thurs., 8-2 Fri.; Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St. (6th & 7th Aves.). Swedish labels Acne, Filippa K, and Nudie Jeans are teaming up for a group sample sale, where fall/winter 2009 clothes and accessories for men and women are 50%-75% off. Cash only.

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I am off to my last wedding of the year (thank heavens), but coming next week: the long-awaited Cheryl Shops Fall Shopping Guide! Please check back then!

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This fall brings the English countryside as inspiration for cool weather dressing. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban living with some natty traditional plaids with a modern twist. Think hounds tooth checks, buffalo plaids, and large complex Scotch plaids. Made of natural fibers such as wool and cotton the updated plaid looks best when paired with sleek body hugging denim and fierce heels.

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Rag & Bone has quickly become one of my favorite clothing lines. Everything is cut incredibly well--I am a stickler for fit--and made of soft yet sturdy fabrics. Their clothes are quietly luxurious; nothing is flashy, but, that said, it's all incredibly cool. They are expanding [subscription required] with lower-priced lines (called Rag & Bone/Jean and Rag & Bone/Shirt), sunglasses, and, for fall

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I will admit to being a little intimidated by Etsy. I think it's a great idea in theory, but whenever I try to browse it, I get incredibly overwhelmed--while I'm amazed at some of the sellers' ingenuity and creativity, it just seems like there are too many for me to handle. And while I know many people who've been able to unearth some gems on the site, all I seem to be able to find are clunkers.

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Proving the theory I espoused last month--that if a "rumor" about Target turns up in WWD, it's generally true--Target announced that Jean Paul Gaultier will indeed be its next designer collaboration [subscription required]. The collection hits 250 Target stores (and Target.com) March 7th; Anna Sui was in 600 stores, so this will be a much smaller distribution. The previous two designer

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I meant to do a special post on this last week, but I was a bit out of it after my Thursday-night acupuncture appointment. Nevertheless, the Prada and Miu Miu sample sale is running through Friday of this week. It's the dregs, but discounts increase as the sale goes on. And this time, no RSVP required. Through 10/23; 10-7; 609 W. 51st St. (11th & 12th Aves.). .Send the nattily dressed male in

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Yes, I'm a fan of Hunter Wellie rain boots, but they seem to be growing in popularity and are showing up on well-dressed feet all round town. I am looking for a new pair of unique rain boots and found Aigle rain boots that are made in France. Mais oui! These boots are a bit more fitted and I love the riding boot style that is made completely of rubber. A lovely boot to throw on with leggings and

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Nitrolicious, as usual, has leaked photos from two upcoming Target collaborations: first, a few advertising images from the Carlos Falchi handbags collection, which hits stores November 1st. She also has leaked photos, here and here, of the Rodate Go International collection, which hits stores December 20th. Based on these images alone, I am getting pretty pumped about Rodarte. As for Carlos

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If you read Fashionista, you're probably familiar with their Adventures in Copyright series, which, while intended to point out how mass-market retailers like Forever 21 and Steve Madden rip off designers, often serve as unintentional shopping guides for getting the look for less. Of course, while these posts are somewhat noble in intention--calling out mass retailers for being unimaginative,

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Rebecca Minkoff, Current Elliott, Foley & Corinna, and other brands you love are up to 80% off at Wink's warehouse sale. 10/15–10/17; 11-7; 188 Columbus Ave. (at 69th St.).Shop David Yurman's special sale--jewelry, watches, and eyewear are up to 60% off--and a percentage of the proceeds will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. 10/14-10/18; 4-8 Wed., 10-7 Thurs.-Sat., 11-5 Sun.; Altman

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I decided to take a day off in honor of the man who didn't quite discover America. Please check back Tuesday night for sales & more.

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After making an appearance on the runway at Marc by Marc Jacobs, the fur boot is back. You may recall the mukluk trend from a few seasons ago. Yes, it’s back and it is part of the larger fur trend we are seeing on faux fur vests in particular as well as handbags. So it make sense, but not sure if I am ready to embrace furry winter boots again this year. What do you think of these fur festooned

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I'm going to share a little secret with you: When living in New York starts to wear me down, I fantasize about leaving the rat race, moving to a mellow town like Northampton, Massachusetts (hey, it's good enough for Kim Gordon and Thurston Moore!), and opening a vintage clothing store. But I'm not quite ready to give up on New York, so for now, vintage will have to remain a hobby for me. While I

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