CLIC GALLERY
Last night was a full night of events. Whilst Anna Wintour and Miuccia Prada enjoyed the Metropolitan Opera's Attila, and Todd Selby & Cole Haan celebrated "The Inspired Life" campaign, I jetted over to Clic Gallery for the opening reception of Victor Demarchelier's photo exhibit in Soho.
- 12/8 – “Get me Dermarchelier” in our best Devil Wears Prada voice. Come and meet Patrick Dermarchelier at the Clic Gallery, as he signs copies of his new book, Partick Dermarchelier – featuring over 400 photographs and an introduction from Anna Wintour. Clic Gallery, 255 Centre St.; 6:30–7:30. Want to reserve a book? Contact 212-219-9308.
- 12/9 – Bananas for Brooks Brothers? Join the brand for their holiday celebration that will be a fun-filled night of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and treats for the young kiddies. Now that’s rare! While there will be performances from Broadway’s Memphis, the Boys and Girls Choir of Harlem Alumni Ensemble and more – don’t miss out on the reading of Brooks Brothers’ new book, Henry's Unsuitable Adventure, read by Marlo Thomas. In better news, purchases are available throughout the event at 15 percent of, with 10 percent of proceeds being donated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Enjoy! Brooks Brothers, 346 Madison Ave.,(212-682-8800); 5–8. RSVP to holiday@hwpr.com
- 12/9 – Don’t miss a holiday cocktail and shopping event with Apotheke this Wednesday – enjoying a night full of 30 percent discounts on Zoe Twitt's luxury bevy, and complimentary drinks by EFFEN vodka. 9 Doyers St.; 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- 12/10 – Handbag designer, Rebecca Minkoff, will host a wonder gathering at Saks, whilst showing her Holiday and Resort 2009 bevy’s. In addition, shoppers who make full price purchases will receive a studded leather wrist cuff and be entered to win a free bag. Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., (212-940-4676); 5–7.
- Through 12/11 – James Jeans Sample Sale (12/8-12/11 only); 500 Greenwich Street #202, NYC, 12/8-12/10, 9:30 – 7:30, 12/11, 9:30-2:30. Miguelina Sample Sale (12/9-12/11), contact showroom@miguelina.com for more information; 20 West 36th street, New York, 8-8 daily. And remember the sample sales we posted last week, in full swing this week – good luck.
Hayden-Harnett
NoLita
253 Elizabeth Street
(Cross streets: Prince St. & E. Houston St.)
(212) 334-2247
www.haydenharnett.com
Price Range: Meduim-High
What do you get when you mix a computer programmer from upstate New York with a wannabe rock star from the south? You get the duo and real life couple Toni Hayden and Ben Harnett better known as Hayden-Harnett. Featured in fashion magazines, on Gossip Girl and spotted down the runway during New York's fashion week, Hayden Harnett is getting plenty of exposure. With a store in NoLita and their main headquarters in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, this duo seems to have the accessories world in their clutch.
- 10/29- Join La Perla representatives for the launch of the company's new bridal corsetry and sleepwear collection. Saks Fifth Avenue. 611 Fifth Ave., at 50th St., bridal salon, fifth fl. (212-753-4000); 5–7.
- 10/29- Meet Vogue's Grace Coddington at Clic Gallery, where she'll be signing copies of her book Catwalk Cats. A portion of the book's proceeds will be donated to the Animal Rescue Fund. Call 212-966-2766 to preorder a copy. Clic Gallery, 255 Centre St., nr. Broome St.; 7 p.m.
- 10/29- Meet Bobbi Brown at her new beauty counter at Bloomingdale's. She'll share her signature tips and techniques from noon to 1:30 p.m., and for the rest of the afternoon her Global Beauty Team will be giving complimentary makeup lessons. Bloomingdale's, 1000 Third Ave., at 59th St., (212-705-2055); noon–6. Call to reserve a space.
- 10/29- Get a complimentary skin consultation and mini-facial at Bloomingdale's with NIA24 and Space NK. Dermatologist Dr. Ariel Ostad will be sharing tips for undoing past — and preventing future — damage to the skin. NIA24 will donate 20 percent of product sales at the event to the American Cancer Society. Bloomingdale's, 1000 Third Ave., at 59th St. (212-705-2772); 5–8. Call to reserve an appointment.
- 10/29- Check out the new Chanel cosmetics counter at Bloomingdale's. Makeup artist Kate Lee will be on-hand for consultations and Alexa Chung will stop by to D.J. for a portion of the evening. Sip Champagne as you beautify. Bloomingdale's. 1000 Third Ave., at 59th St.; Consultations (5–8), Alexa Chung (7:30–8:30).
- 10/29- Leather bags are up to 70 percent off at the Carlos Falchi sample sale. 260 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave., seventh fl.; W–Th (10–7).
- 10/29- Merchandise is up to 80 percent off at the Yves Saint Laurent friends-and-family sale. 260 Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., nr. Sixth Ave., fourth fl. W–Th (8–8), F (8–2).
- 10/29- Clothing and accessories for boys and girls are up to 75 percent off at the Bonpoint sample sale. Baby coats are $70 to $180 (originally $180 to $450), girls' cardigans and pullovers are $55 (originally $155), boys' pants are $60 (originally $150), and shoes are $35 to $80 (originally $150 to $260). Please note, no strollers allowed on premises. 260 Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., nr. Sixth Ave., fifth fl. W (8–7), Th (8–3).
- 10/7 Enjoy samples of new beauty products and spa and salon treatments at the NYC Beauty sample-sale event, which also features complimentary appetizers and martinis. All shoppers receive a goody bag full of treats. Purchase tickets ($10) at Prettycity.com. R Bar, 218 Bowery, nr. Prince St.; 6–9.
- 10/7 Head downtown to Shecky's seventh annual Beauty Night Out. Free samples of cosmetics, fragrances, hair-care, and skin-care products will be available to try. Complimentary cocktails will be served, so I.D. is required. The admission price ($30 in advance, $40 at the door) includes a goody bag. Tickets can be purchased at Beautynightout.sheckys.com. The Puck Building, 293 Lafayette St., at E. Houston St.; 5–10.
- 10/7 The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer’s Thrift Shop is hosting a fall luxury-coat sale. Hundreds of coats, jackets, capes, and accessories start at $65. Designer minks are $1,800. 1440 Third Ave., nr. 81st St. (212-535-1250); W–F (10–5:30), S (11–5)
- 10/7 Shop deep discounts on jewelry at the Anna Sheffield sample sale. The Seed Bead chocker is $99 (originally $350), the Seed Bead earrings are $99 (originally $250), and the Mixed Chain cuff is $75 (originially $215). 153 Lafayette St., nr. Grand St.; W (4–8), Th–F (noon–7), S (11:30–5)
- 10/7 Clic Gallery Presents the New York Debut of "Space Project" by Vincent Fournier, Clic Gallery, 424 Broome Street (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)















