EVENTS
• Harriet’s Alter Ego kicks off Backyard Couture, its annual garden party and shopping series. Enjoy music from 77 Klash, HEAVy, Sweetie & Sarah White, complimentary drinks, and one-of-a-kind merchandise from Born As a Raggamuffin, National Society of Sould, and Jypsea to keep you entertained. Harriet’s Alter Ego Boutique & Art Gallery, 293 Flatbush Ave., nr. Prospect Pl., Park Slope, Brooklyn (718-783-2074); 5–11.
SALES
STARTING TODAY
• Mischen is getting rid of their entire spring 2008 inventory. Find custom prints, Italian and Japanese printed cottons, and more for 90 percent off retail prices. Today only. 255 W. 36th St., nr Seventh Ave., Ste. 1106 (212-827-0854); 10–6.
• Pleats Please by Issey Miyake is taking up to 40 percent off houndstooth jackets ($262) and skirts with tulle lace ($282). Through 6/29.128 Wooster St., at Prince St. (212-226-3600); Mon.–Sat. (11–7); Sun. (noon–6).
ENDING TODAY
• Clothes and accessories from Sari Gueron, Martin Grant, and Derek Lam are 50 to 70 percent off at Edit. 1368 Lexington Ave., nr. 91st St. (212-876-1368); 10:30–6:30.
• Rafe’s chic bags and shoes are up to 80 percent off. They’ll donate 50 percent of the proceeds to the Shoes That Fit charity. 85 Fifth Ave., nr. 16th St., twelfth fl.; Wed.–Thurs. (10–7), Fri. (10–5).
• Spring and summer items from Rag & Bone are 75 percent off. 425 W. 13th St., nr. Ninth Ave., third fl.; noon–8.
• Vintage-inspired dresses and separates from the By Francine label are 30 to 50 percent off wholesale prices. 231 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (718-522-7368); Wed.–Thurs. (10–6), Fri. (10–3).
• Castle Starr’s breezy dresses and blouses are marked down by 40 to 65 percent ($160 to $280). 494 Eighth Ave., nr. 35th St., third fl. (212-564-9312); Wed.–Fri. (9–9).
• The “private” clearance sale at Kate Spade online isn’t so secret anymore — find bags, shoes, and accessories for up to 70 percent off. The Cabana wedge sandal is only $139 (originally $290), and the Angaaga Island Janna bag is now $239 (originally $465).
• Fashion jewelry from W/A Studios is 60 to 80 percent off. Find freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystal, enameled pieces, and more for $5 to $75. 390 Fifth Ave., at 36th St., Ste. 410 (212-397-3599); Mon.–Fri. (10–6).
• Men’s and women’s spring collections from Generra are between 50 to 60 percent off. Dresses are down to $120 (originally $245), and a men’s cotton-blend utility blazer is $145 (originally $295). Asmar Group Showroom, 275 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave., fifth fl. (212-768-2868); Wed.–Fri. (9:30–7), Mon.–Fri. (9:30–7).
• The Bill Blass New York spring collection is up to 90 percent off. Tops that were $495 to $795 are down to $19 to $89, and dresses are $49 to $69 (originally $495 to $695). 207. W. 38th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (212-239-7272); Mon.–Fri. (10–7).
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• Jill Stuart’s spring collection is 30 to 50 percent off, and all pre-spring items are 60 percent off. Cotton sundresses are $168 to $198 (originally $335 to $395), patent handbags are $98 to $275 (originally $195 to $550), and cocktail dresses are $330 to $475 (originally $695 to $950). Through 7/5. 100 Greene St., nr. Spring St. (212-343-2300); Mon.–Sat. (11–7); Sun. (noon–6).
• Men’s jackets, knits, and tees from Obedient Sons are 75 percent off. Through 6/22. 70 Greene St., nr. Spring St.; Sat.–Sun. (11–6).
• The Garment Room and Frock are having a vintage sale. Shop for summer and fall at this two-day bonanza. Through 6/22. 76 Greene St., nr. Spring St.; Sat.–Sun. (11–7).
ENDING TOMORROW
• Alice + Olivia dresses are marked down 50 percent or more at their sample sale. An organza flower dress is $119 (originally $297), and a flower blouson sleeve dress is $165 (originally $330). 80 W. 40th St., nr. Fifth Ave. (212-840-1155); Tues.–Sat. (10–7).
• Load up on next winter’s cashmeres at Christopher Fischer, where everything is $30 to $150 (normally $150 to $495). 80 Wooster St., nr. Spring St. (212-965-9009); 6/19–6/21 (11–7).
STARTING SUNDAY
• Carolina Herrera, Nina Ricci, and Rena Lange clothing and accessories are up to 85 percent off. Through 6/24. 317 W. 33rd St., nr. Eighth Ave. (718-747-1656); Sun.–Tues. (9–6:30).
ENDING SUNDAY
• Get 50 to 70 percent off Botkier handbags at the sample sale. 172 Mercer St., at Houston St. (646-747-4149); Thurs. (10–7), Fri.–Sat. (10–6), Sun. (10–5).
• The spring/summer collection at A.P.C. is 40 to 50 percent off. 131 Mercer St., nr. Prince St. (212-966-9685); Mon.–Sat., (11–7); Sun. (noon–6).
• Bridal gowns from Manuel Mota, Elie Saab, and Melissa Sweet are marked down by 25 to 60 percent at Wedding Atelier. 103 Fifth Ave., nr. 18th St., second fl. (646-638-3263); by appointment only.
