Gucci Really, Really, Really Loves BergdorfGucci is unveiling fifteen one-of-a-kind bags at Bergdorf Goodman to celebrate the label’s return to the main floor of the department store.
Is Thom Browne’s Brooks Brothers Deal Over?According to the rumor mill, Thom Browne’s Brooks Brother’s deal is coming to an end, and Bergdorf Goodman is still selling his suits from 2006.
Lydia Hearst for ‘Gossip Girl’; Feed Bags ProliferateLydia Hearst will have a minor role as some sort of bad girl on ‘Gossip Girl,’ Lauren Bush’s Feed Bags will hit Whole Foods stores worldwide, and how the Pope screwed over Lacoste.
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Events and Sales: Craig Taylor Stops by Bergdorf; $219 Balenciaga Dresses at BarneysEVENTS:
If you don’t have a special someone, spend Valentine’s Day with Craig Taylor. The designer known for classic blouses will be stopping by Bergdorf Goodman. Bergdorf Goodman, 754 Fifth Ave., at 57th St., sixth fl. (212-753-7300); call for hours.
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Clothes
Through 3/2: Um, did you hear? The famous, chaotic, legendary Barneys New York Warehouse Sale has amazing deals on women’s and men’s clothes as well as shoes. A Balenciaga silk dress was $895 but is now $219. And Boss’ navy suit was $1,195 and now sells for just $499. 255 W. 17th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 2/14–2/15 (8–9); weekdays (10–9); weekends (10–7).
Video Memo to Derek Lam: Give Cathy a Signature Silhouette!There was no shortage of commentary backstage at the Derek Lam show: Fabiola Beracasa and Lam discuss the art of balancing his eponymous line with his work for Tod’s, Amanda Ross declares Lam’s “classic” designs to be among her favorites, and Bergdorf buyers have bought Lam’s lines in full force. But as well designed and accessible as Lam’s work may be, ever-honest Times critic Cathy Horyn is still searching for something more.
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Linda Fargo of Bergdorf Goodman Liked Balenciaga, Nina Ricci, and Lanvin
Linda Fargo, senior vice-president, fashion office and store presentation at Bergdorf Goodman, will be filing her picks from the European shows. What did she like from Paris? Balenciaga’s prep-school chic, Nina Ricci’s overcast palette, and Lanvin’s easy fit.
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Gaultier Visits U.S., Eats HamburgerJean Paul Gaultier hardly ever shows up Stateside, so when he descended upon Manhattan, it caused quite a frenzy. Jada Yuan uncovered his surprising plans.