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Corinne Day, whose frank, unadorned photos of a teenage Kate Moss in the early 1990s helped inaugurate a new era of gritty realism in fashion photography that came to be called “grunge,” died Friday. New York Times

Photographer sues fashion big-wig; claims he promised a job boost for sleeping with him. NY Daily News

Los Angeles will join New York, Paris, London, Madrid, Tokyo, Sydney, Beijing, New Delhi and others in “Fashion’s Night Out” on Sept. 10, from 6 to 10 p.m. more from Daily Breeze

The third season of The GreenShows Eco Fashion Week will run from September 12-14 alongside New York Fashion Week. The Green Shows will present ten designers that are committed to environmental and social responsibility. This event will be the only event exclusively focusing on environmental and fair trade responsibilities throughout New York Fashion Week. more from The Independent

A fashion show in Colombia featured 12000 condoms in a bid to promote safe sex and to raise awareness about the risks of HIV and AIDS. (Reuters)

Brand: L’Oreal
Product: Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base

So, here’s the deal. This is an excellent primer. It does exactly what it is supposed to do. It fills the lines. It creates a smooth canvas. It adds luminosity without being greasy. It is probably the best primer that I’ve used (high-end or low-end). But, and this is a BIG but…… it costs about $11 dollars for .5 ounces. Yikes! Sure, the high-end stuff costs considerably more, but I just can’t believe that L’Oreal can justify the price for this product. That being said, I will re-purchase until a less expensive, equally effective option presents itself.

Cut Costs Cuties!
Gemma

Ending tomorrow, 8/31 Matthew Willliamson
The pre-spring and spring/summer 2010 collections are 40 percent off at Matthew Williamson. The beaded linen shift dress is $957 (originally $1,595), graphic ikat-print swimwear is $177 (originally $295), and beaded, gathered drape-column gowns are $1,077 (originally $1,795).
Place & Time: 415 W. 14th St., nr. Ninth Ave. (212-255-9881); M–S (11–7), Su (12:30–6).

Ending tomorrow, 8/31 Various
Menswear and womenswear from Tee Library, Gold Mark Denim, Civil Society, and more are 50 to 80 percent off at the W Showroom.
Place & Time: 552 Seventh Ave., nr. 40th St. (646-546-5553); Th (noon–6).

Ending tomorrow, 8/31 Various
Shop styles from Marithé + Françoise Girbaud, Annette Gortz, Trippen, and more at up to 75 percent off during A Uno’s sample sale.
Place & Time: 123 W Broadway, nr Duane St. (212-227-6233); M–Su (11–7).

Through 9/5 Camille Hempel’s Car Crash Sale
The Camille Hempel is hosting a Car Crash Cash Sale through Labor Day (yes, a car crashed into her boutique). Hempel’s signature silver Armor rings are $40 (originally $145 to $190), vintage button rings are $40 (originally $60 to $90), and necklaces are $25.
Place & Time: 317 Wythe Ave., at S. 2nd St., Williamsburg (718-387-5076); Th–F (3–8), S (noon–7), Su (1–5).

Through 9/6 Barneys Warehouse Sale
Designer clothing, shoes, accessories, and gifts are 50 to 75 percent off at the Barneys Warehouse Sale.
Place & Time: 255 W. 17th St., nr Seventh Ave. (212-450-8400); 8/19–8/20 (8–9); through 9/6, M–F (10–9), S–Su (10–7).

Through 9/6 Screaming Mimi’s
Summer vintage clothing and accessories are up to 75 percent off at Screaming Mimi’s. The selection includes dresses, lingerie, shoes, and more.
Place & Time: 382 Lafayette St., at E. 4th St. (212-677-6464); M–W (noon–8), Th–S (noon–9), Su (1–7).

Through 9/30 Lilliput
Everything at Lilliput is $30 or less during the store’s sample sale. Brands include Diesel, Petit Bateau, Replay, and more.
Place & Time: 265 Lafayette St., nr Prince St. (212-965-9567); Su–S (11–9).

Have the inside scoop on an upcoming sale? Send your tips to info at newyorkdesigner dot com.

Starts Today – The Barneys Warehouse Sale
8/19–9/6 Designer clothing, shoes, accessories, and gifts are 50 to 75 percent off at the Barneys Warehouse Sale.
Place & Time: 255 W. 17th St., nr Seventh Ave.; 8/19–8/20 (8–9); through 9/6, M–F (10–9), S–Su (10–7).

Ending Tomorrow 8/20 – Lela Rose
Bridal gowns are up to 75 percent off at Lela Rose’s sample sale. The Boathouse gown is $1,600 (originally $4,995), the Rooftop gown is $1,495 (originally $4,495), and the Ballroom gown is $2,150 (originally $6,000). Place & Time: 224 W. 30th St., nr. Seventh Ave., thirteenth fl.; W (9–7), Th (10–6), F (10–5).

Through 8/22 – IF Boutique Basement Sale
Men’s and women’s clothing from Dries Van Noten, Martin Margiela, Comme Des Garçons, and more is 70 to 85 percent off at IF Boutique’s basement sale. Women’s Dries Van Noten printed silk pants are $250 (originally $836), men’s Dries Van Noten cotton T-shirts are $98 (originally $326), and women’s Junya Watanabe satin jackets are $432 (originally $1,442).
Place & Time: 94 Grand St., nr Greene St. (212-334-4964); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6:30).

Through 8/31 – Matthew Williamson
The pre-spring and spring/summer 2010 collections are 40 percent off at Matthew Williamson. The beaded linen shift dress is $957 (originally $1,595), graphic ikat-print swimwear is $177 (originally $295), and beaded, gathered drape-column gowns are $1,077 (originally $1,795). 415 W. 14th St., nr. Ninth Ave. (212-255-9881); M–S (11–7), Su (12:30–6).

Through 9/6 – ABC Carpet & Home
Home goods are up to 75 percent off at ABC Carpet & Home’s Bronx warehouse sale. 1055 Bronx River Ave, Bronx (718-842-8772); M–F (10–7), S (9–7), Su (10–6).

Through 9/30 – Lilliput
Everything at Lilliput is $30 or less during the store’s sample sale. Brands include Diesel, Petit Beateau, Replay, and more. 265 Lafayette St., nr Prince St. (212-965-9567); Su–S (11–9).

Have the inside scoop on an upcoming sale? Send your tips to info at newyorkdesigner dot com.

Brand: Ecotools
Product: 5 Piece Makeup Brush Set

This set is perfect for travel or for mineral makeup enthusiasts. PERFECT.

Superbly crafted, insanely soft and eco-friendly, these brushes will run you about $7 at Amazon.com. The high-end brands sell face brushes alone that retail for three times as much. I can think of a brush from a high-end brand that not only costs three times as much as this set, but also sheds like a Saint Bernard in August. Seriously. You can do better. And Cheaper. And earth-friendlier.

Cut Costs Cuties!
Gemma