One of my favorite go-to retailers for shoes is Cole Haan. The shoes are high quality, comfortable and the soles last very long. The styles are very classic and with a little maintenance, the shoes can be worn for a few years.

If you are looking for a Cole Haan outlet, may I recommend the one at Woodbury Commons? The shoes at the outlet are usually priced slightly lower than retail price. In addition, the stores usually have signs that say 50% off the sticker. With the additional 40%, you can find some real deals here. Last year around Memorial Day, they had a similar offer. Both my husband and I found buttery leather shoes for under $75.

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Mikimoto is collaborating with Soiffer Haskin for their semi-annual sale again. There are some lavish pieces to be found at this sale. A year ago, the employee sales were held at Mikimoto’s corporate office on Fifth Avenue. The shopping experience was always personal and calm. This past summer, Mikimoto collaborated with Soiffer Haskin for the first time for their employee sale. Loyal Mikimoto patrons along with other sample sale bargain hunters were left waiting on the sidewalk for 2+ hours in 90 degree weather to get into the sale. There were showcases and showcases of pearls and other semi-precious jewels – much more than the corporate office ever held - but one could barely squeeze close enough to the counter to see what styles were available. While the new space allowed for more inventory, I enjoyed the luxuries of discretion and time at the Fifth Avenue space.

This is not really a sample sale. It’s an employee sale! All the stuff is new!

Last year I went to the sale and every piece is categorized by color discounts ranging from 40% to 80% off the original price. I believe the discounts will be comparable this time around. Prices are as marked. There are no further discounts as the sale progresses so it pays to get there early. For location and hours:

Location:
Soiffer Haskin
317 West 33rd Street, Just west of 8th Avenue
(718)747-1656

When:
Saturday, January 16th – 9am to 6:30pm
Sunday, January 17th – 9am to 6:30pm
Monday, January 18th – 9am to 6:30pm
Tuesday, January 19th – 9am to 6:30pm
Wednesday, January 20th, 9am – 4pm

- Only credit cards (Visa, Amex, MC).
- No returns or exchanges. All sales final
- Admittance will be determined by capacity. There may be a wait.
- All coats and large bags must be checked.
- Gift boxes/pouches are provided upon availability.

How about this rolling traincase to help you organize all your makeup for the new year? $160 $119 $95.20

Or this brush set? $138 Value $45 $32 $25.60

Who: Nine West
Why: Additional 30% or 50% off select sale items after you add item to basket
Where: Brick and mortars and online
When: RIGHT NOW!!!
BONUS: FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS
ADDITIONAL BONUS: Enter NWSUMV9 at checkout to receive additional $10 off $65 when paying with a VISA card.

I just snagged myself three pairs:

Tesia: $99 $49.99 $34.99

The putty gray ones are much cuter but I opted for black because it’s more practical and I’ll get more use out of it.

Praire: $79 $49.99 $25

A girl can never have enough black pumps if she works at an office. At $25 a pop, these are perfect for walking to work. The corset detailing at the toe is so cute.

Jokers: $79 $49.99 $25

Very vintage. I love it. I already have the perfect dress in mind to wear with them.