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Style (and Oddity) Cliffnotes from the Week

Courtney Love is being sued by fashion designer, Dawn Simorangkir, over her Twitter tirade. more from Vogue

Ebay Fashion gets a new look and steps it up a notch from former Lucky mag pro, Andrea Linett. more from NYT

Joe Zee will be in mentor overload as he works to save designers from financial ruin in All on the Line, debuting this spring. more from StyleBistro

The Wrinkle Prevention Pillow A pillow that prevents you from getting permanent lines and wrinkles on your face, neck and chest while you sleep. For reals…wrinklepreventionpillow.com.

Stella McCartney’s flagship Las Vegas store features a horse sculpture, named ‘Lucky Spot’ made from 8,000 Swarovski crystals. more from FemaleFirst

Through 7/4 – 3.1 Philip Lim
Womenswear, menswear, and accessories from the spring 2010 collection are 40 percent off during the 3.1 Phillip Lim spring sale. Twisted-front leather pencil skirts are $405 (originally $675), organic cotton rhinestone T-shirt dresses are $130 (originally $325), broomstick pleated silk dresses with ribbon detailing are $357 (originally $595), and hand-embroidered croc sequin tank dresses are $537 (originally $895). 115 Mercer St., nr. Spring St. (212-334-1160); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6).

Through 6/13 – Helmut Lang
Womenswear is up to 70 percent off at the Helmut Lang sample sale.
Place & Time: 139 Fifth Ave., nr. 20th St. (212-398-2777); F (8–8), S–Su (10–6).

Through 6/30 – Issey Miyake
Spring 2010 merchandise is up to 40 percent off at Issey Miyake. Hand-dyed printed tunics are $594 (originally $990).
Place & Time: 119 Hudson St., nr. N. Moore St. (212-226-0100); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6).

Through 7/15 – Stella McCartney
Select ready-to-wear and accessories are up to 40 percent off at the Stella McCartney spring/summer sale. The floral-print pleated chiffon dress is $2,879 (originally $4,795), the cobalt silk-slub jacket is $1,229 (originally $2,045), and the sequin pants in black and nude are $679 (originally $1,125).
Place & Time: 429 W. 14th St., nr. Ninth Ave. (212-255-1556) .

Through 8/1  – Aloha Rag
The Aloha Rag end-of-season sale has slashed prices up to 40 percent. The Current Elliot jean jacket is $201.60 (originally $288), the Martin Margiela short covered boots are $696.50 (originally $995), and the Thakoon bloomer jumper is $525 (originally $750).
Place & Time: 505 Greenwich St., nr. Spring St. (212-925-0882); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6:30).

Coming Soon…

6/22 – 6/25 Vivienne Westwood’s Anglomania
The city’s most anticipated sample sale is back with 70-80% off retail at Scatola Sartoriale. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania tops, skirts, and dresses on sale. Dresses start at $150, originally $750+! Also featuring international designers including Iodice, Improvd, and more. Stock up on leather vests and jackets, denim, and knits at wholesale prices. Get summer ready with airy dresses and lightweight scarves, prices as low as $39!
Place & Time: 544 W. 27th Street (btwn 10th & 11th); 6th Fl; Tues-Fri 10am-8pm

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

Through 7/15 – Stella McCartney
Select ready-to-wear and accessories are up to 40 percent off at the Stella McCartney spring/summer sale. The floral-print pleated chiffon dress is $2,879 (originally $4,795), the cobalt silk-slub jacket is $1,229 (originally $2,045), and the sequin pants in black and nude are $679 (originally $1,125).
Place & Time: 429 W. 14th St., nr. Ninth Ave. (212-255-1556) .

Through Wed 6/9 – Theory
Dresses are $109 (originally $285), jackets are $159 (originally $395), and pants are $99 (originally $245) at the Theory women’s sample sale.
Place & Time: 261 W. 36th St., nr. Seventh Ave., second fl. (212-947-8748); F (10–7), S–Su (11–5), M–W (11–7).

Through Wed 6/9 La Perla
Bras, panties, sleepwear, ready-to-wear, and more are up to 80 percent off at the La Perla lingerie sale. New merchandise is arriving daily. 4 W. 58th St., nr. Fifth Ave., fourth fl. (212-920-1212); Su (1–5), M–W (10–6).

6/8–6/9 – Tracy Reese and Frock!
Spring merchandise is more than 50 percent off at the Tracy Reese and Frock! sample sale. The black embroidered cami jumpsuit is $140 (originally $310), the Plenty by Tracy Reese Daisy Sequin T is $75 (originally $198), and the Frock! Louise strapless dress is $99 (originally $200).
Place & Time: 260 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (646-438-6928); T–W (9–7).

6/8–6/10 – Lee Angel
Earrings, necklaces, and bracelets are up to 75 percent off at the Lee Angel sample sale. The multicolor bangle set is $38 (originally $95), the gold leaf drop earrings are $18 (originally $45), and the stone drop earrings are $84 (originally $210). Prices start at $5.
Place & Time: 524 Broadway, at Spring St., sixth fl. (212-334-6573); T–Th (11–7), F (10–5).

6/8–6/11 – L.A.M.B. and Harajuku Lovers
Handbags are up to 70 percent off at the Savvy & Co. sample sale.
Place & Time: 307 W. 38th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; T (8–8), W–Th (10–8), F (10–6).

6/9–6/11 – Charlotte Ronson
Womenswear is up to 70 percent off at the Charlotte Ronson sample sale. The silk cotton voile blouse is $70 (originally $175), the double-breasted boyfriend blazer is $90 (originally $315), and the studded leather ballet flats are $30 (originally $100).
Place & Time: 1071 Sixth Ave., nr. 40th St., Ste. 301; W–F (10–7).

Through Fri 6/11 – John Varvatos
Pants, blazers, button-downs, shoes, and accessories are up to 40 percent off at the John Varvatos spring/summer 2010 sale.
Place & Time: 315 Bowery, nr. Bleecker St.; M–S (noon–9), Su (noon–7). 122 Spring St., at Greene St. (212-965-0700); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6).

Through 7/4 – 3.1 Philip Lim
Womenswear, menswear, and accessories from the spring 2010 collection are 40 percent off during the 3.1 Phillip Lim spring sale. Twisted-front leather pencil skirts are $405 (originally $675), organic cotton rhinestone T-shirt dresses are $130 (originally $325), broomstick pleated silk dresses with ribbon detailing are $357 (originally $595), and hand-embroidered croc sequin tank dresses are $537 (originally $895). 115 Mercer St., nr. Spring St. (212-334-1160); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6).

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

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