Jimmy Choo, day 2! My sample sale keepers :)

Day one of Jimmy Choo was pretty exhausting but I knew I had to make it back for the second day, just in case they had markdowns. I headed into the City at a more reasonable hour and popped in at around 10 (no line) to see what was going on. They basically restocked shoes but everything else was pretty depleted. I did grab a scarf and another wallet before stepping out to take a break.

I returned about two hours before closing and came back just in time for markdowns. Prices were slashed and people just started grabbing everything they could get their hands on. My friend V and I sat down and started to edit when someone came over and told us we were there too long. Huh? I'm still not sure what she meant but she told us we had 10 minutes. We were so confused because we just got there. There were people who were there for much longer (with WAY more stuff) - we tried to explain we left and came back but she didn't care. I'm not exactly sure what the problem was but it didn't matter because I really had to go anyway. I quickly edited my accessories and put back the shoes I was looking at (prices weren't that great for the shoes IMO) and left. Later through friends on Instagram, I found out a few things got further markdowns...just 15 minutes after we left. Whatever. For the most part the pieces I got did not have a third markdown, but I heard Hunter Boots went to $20 and I would have snagged a bunch of those for you guys. Stupid Jimmy Choo.

But on a happier note, here are my day two favorites :)

I really wanted a biker bag and even handed over the one I admired to my friend V who purchased it for $450 on day 1. When they announced markdowns I scrambled to snag anything large with a chain but failed. Luckily, V had this one in her stash and gave it to me. Thank you! Just the day before, they were selling this Blare bag for $650 plus tax at the sale. After markdowns there was no exotic upcharge of $200 so this $3050 bag became mine for the rock bottom price of $250 (plus tax). Score!

My piece de resistance :)

I reallyreallyreallyreally wanted to find a Candy Clutch. Ever since I passed on a $100 refurb one at the Rack last year I've lusted after one. On day 1 I was tempted by the lips Candy Clutch, but $250 was too steep for me. For $100 less this DFW one will do. When I shared it on Instagram earlier, someone said DFW also meant "down for whatever." LOL. In this case, I'm pretty sure it means Dallas, Fort Worth as you can clearly see that it reads Dallas, USA right under Jimmy Choo on the top right. It's from a limited edition collection of bags made for specific locations, and retailed for $995. Dallas also brings back fond memories for me as my best friend D used to travel to Dallas for work and instead of flying home for weekends, her company used to pay to fly me in to Dallas to hang out :) Plus the blue cloud thing is so her. Not sure it's her blue eyes or that cloud duvet she used to have...Miss you, D!

I am not a scarf girl but when I saw this jeweled fringe scarf I couldn't take it off. I've been googling it and can't seem to find the retail, but their basic scarves start at $275, and this one is fringed and blinged out so it's gotta be way more. I know my husband reads my blog (mostly to see how much I spend LOL) and he's going to kill me when I share that it was $75. I purchased it in the morning pre-markdowns because it was the only one they had. Later I saw someone purchased the less pretty, orange one for $25 at the end of the day. Win some, you loose some.

I had looked at the belts on day 1 but I couldn't find any that fit (too small or too large) but after they were cut from $50 to $25 I took another peek. I don't know how I missed that some were adjustable - this one sizes down to fit my tiny 8 year old. She already tried to steal it from me but as of now it's in my closet. I believe it retailed for about $325. I wish I found more in my size. I also heard belts went to $10 right after I left. I'm still happy with $25.

Would love to hear what you scored if you went!

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I decided to skip the Marc Jacobs sample sale today...and then I heard prices were as insane. $50 shoes, $10 totes, lots of cheap samples...sigh. Check out Racked for more info. If you're in the area it sounds like it's worth checking it out - just be prepared to set aside a few hours for that one. It's on thru Saturday, from 11am - 7pm. Address is; 151 Wooster Street, NYC.

Also, I noticed that H&M has some pretty cheap weekend deals instore right now. Lots of cute pieces from $2.95-9.95! Here are a few of my picks!

Who can't use some tops for $2.95?

Very girly cardis for just $6.95!

You know my obsession with yellow...

3/4 sleeve tops for less than $5, yes please!

Last but not least, some of my extras from Choo are spoken for but feel free to get in line - because it's blog sale time again! I hope to have it up sometime in the afternoon :)

See you here tomorrow!
-Shoppinggal

Altuzarra for Target 50-70% off finds & extras!

Because I'm not the typical fashion blogger I'm reviewing the Altuzarra for Target collection now, weeks after everyone else. I do this because I wait for markdowns before I really look at a collection so I don't get too attached to something I'm not going to pay full price for.

When I was hunting down the horse bedding for my daughter last week at Target I noticed that some of the Altuzarra pieces hit 70% off. (I had already purchased a few pieces 50% off.) I noticed the pricing was all over the place and at every location different items were different percentages off. I have my eye on a few more pieces but I'm waiting to find them at 70% off at this point.

My 50% off pieces and thoughts:

This green and black trench was the only piece from the lookbook that I REALLY liked. I was lucky to find a rack full of them at 50% off ($45) but they didn't have any smalls (and the medium was too big) so I'm squeezing into the x-small. It closes and It's comfortable but I can really only do sleeveless (or fitted short sleeves) under it. I would love to try on a small to compare the fit. When I wore it last week a guy complemented me on it on the subway and he wasn't even hitting on me. Yes sir, it is a "cool jacket." :)

Check out the back!

I love animal prints. This is the blouse you wear when you want to look like a lady. It's a little sheer but not as bad as the other sheer tops because of the print. I took the small and the fit is perfect. I wore it last weekend with my brown faux fur Neiman Marcus vest (I got it almost 20 years ago) with a tan Lola fedora (sample sale), vintage black leather skirt (recent thrift find) and my black 'bad girls' from Tamara Mellon (sample sale). That's the problem with Saturdays - I dress up but never take pics LOL.

ETA- I was able to find one for 70% off so I returned the 50% off one :)

I think this was around $17 at 50% off

This black ponte flouce skirt is a cute basic skirt and for $17 I can always use another one of those.

These are the 70% off pieces I'm keeping:

This black dress ($16.48) is OK but like a few of my 70% off pieces, I suspect I'm keeping it because of the price. I wanted to love the red dress in the same cut but the black was more flattering on me. The sequins on the arms cheapen it IMO but with a wide black belt I think I can make it work. I took the size 6 but honestly I didn't try it on in a 4.

ETA - I found a 4 and returned the 6. I'm still not sold on this dress though...

And you know me and black dresses...this one was only $11ish and I took the 6 because all I found was the 2 and the 6. The lace looks funny - it's almost too delicate for such a heavy fabric. No matter - it's cute and cheap :)

For some reason I really wanted to like this one but as you can see even the model looks unflattering in it. I'm keeping the medium b/c the small was too snug on my bum. It was $11.98 so why not?

Another animal print :) This dress reminds me of either Roberto Cavalli or a cheap knockoff at Forever 21. I can fit the 4 but it pulls at the bust so I'm keeping the 6. It was only $13.48.

And here are my extras for sale :) ETA - ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE RETURNED OR MOVED TO EBAY

I'm selling everything for way less than eBay pricing. It's all NWT unless noted. US shipping only and all sales final. Prices are cheaper for local pickup. If you're buying more than one item I can reduce your total by combining shipping. You can also combine shipping with the items I have for sale on my Instagram selling account, shoppinggalscloset. Feel free to ask any questions as needed. Contact me here or on my Facebook page :)

"The" peplum blazer in size medium (I would need the small). Sold out online. Asking just $40 US shipped.

I really wanted to love this dress but the fit is not the best for anyone who has curves. The slit is indecent on me and I would need to have it sewn down. I still may buy a larger size and have it tailored. Selling this size 4 for $31 US shipped.

Shown styled with belt - not included.

Sheer black sleeveless blouse with bow. Very sheer (needs to be layered with a cami) but cute. I have the XS and S - $18 US shipped each.

The faux leather belt in brown - I have both the S/M and the L/XL. Sold out. Asking $30 US shipped each.

Another one I wanted to like but the pleats in front show off my belly (and not in a good way). Selling a size 6 (NWT) and 8 (NWOT) - $30 US shipped each.

Pretty color but sheer and too bohemian for me. I have the small and X-small - $26 US shipped each.

I think I like the idea of this dress (I kept grabbing it in every store LOL) but it didn't work on me. $33 US shipped each - I have this in size 4 (x3) and 6 (x2).

Pretty satin blouse but not my style. $21 US shipped each. I have size small (x2) and an XS.

 

I almost took this to the tailor to take in but I decided I wouldn't die without it. $30 US shipped.

Shown belted - belt not included.

Size small sleeveless shirtdress, $23 US shipped.

I have the size 4 (NWOT) and the 8 NWT. $29 US shipped each.

Size 2 (x2) black ponte dress - $26 US shipped each. Holding one for my nieces. T&M LMK if you want one...don't worry you guys pay cost :)

I'm not sure why I got this - I'm really not a scarf person. $18 US shipped.

Size 6 black dress - $33 US shipped.

What did you guys think of the collection? What were your must-haves? LMK if you are still ISO any pieces and I can keep my eyes open :)

Happy shopping!
Shoppinggal