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October 31, 2005

Purr-fect Slippers

Leave the leopard-print spiked heels for femme fatales and Christina Aguileras. Your preference has always been for something subtler, like these perfectly sweet and ladylike peep-toes with kitten heels by Delman. The petal-pink suede ballerina slippers are embellished with an even-paler-pink grosgrain bow and trim so soft you'll want to downright purr. $225, bergdorfgoodman.com

October 31, 2005 at 04:32 PM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink | Comments (0)

Design Within Kids' Reach

Design Within Reach is downsizing. The modern furniture haven has just launched DWRjax, a collection of practical-but-sleek designs proportioned for the kiddie set. The furnishings innovatively serve the needs of both parent and tot, with highlights like the Woody table (right) with a chalkboard surface for drawing and no-fuss erasing ($250), and the low-lying Fuji Toy Box with slow-closing safety mechanism ($410). For more substantial pieces like dressers, expect DWR's not-always-within-reach prices. dwrjax.com

October 31, 2005 at 12:05 AM in OPENINGS/LAUNCHES | Permalink | Comments (0)

Keen on Rena Lange (NYC)

When it comes to sample sales, you generally expect to buy a heavy coat in the heat of summer. So when on-season sample shopping presents itself, you should be wallet-ready and willing. Through Thursday, German line Rena Lange will offer up to 80% off women's couture apparel, shoes and handbags from the fall/winter 2005 collection, as well as previous seasons. Come with card in hand (Visa, MC or AMEX) from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 730 5th Ave., Ste. 1000

October 31, 2005 at 12:03 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (0)

October 28, 2005

Killer Garnet

Some people buy pumpkins to carve every Halloween. You, on the other hand, would rather buy a pumpkin-sized bauble already brilliantly cut. Here’s a killer option: Samuel Getz's extra-large platinum and mandarin garnet ring. The price tag will raise a few hairs, but keep in mind this jewel-box addition complements autumn looks with its falling-leaf hue and is also bright enough to take you through spring's sunny palette. $12,500, (305) 448-4567 or samuelgetz.com

October 28, 2005 at 02:43 PM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink | Comments (0)

Glam and Ghoulish at M.A.C

Whether you go glamazon, ghoulish, cheetah or sci-fi, the cosmetics gurus at M.A.C are ready to make you a Halloween star. The 411: First, browse through seven face charts online (choose from categories like “accidents and stitches,” “animals and insects” and “masks”); then print out your look of choice; and finally take it to a M.A.C store to be replicated by a makeup artist. Prices vary, so call ahead for specifics and appointments. maccosmetics.com

October 28, 2005 at 12:05 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (0)

Scare Up Last-Minute Accessories

Been spending too much time perfecting your Kate Moss and Pete Doherty costumes? Don’t have any supplies for your Halloween party yet? Relax. There's still time to get scary accessories at Plum Party via overnight delivery; even score a 15% discount through today (enter code F4ZJ-B4NP78 at checkout). Choose from glittery spiders, candy-corn candles, hanging skeletons, dripping blood, pulsating hearts and much more. plumparty.com

October 28, 2005 at 12:03 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (0)

October 27, 2005

Light Fantastic

And you thought the Clapper was an ingenious invention for your lights. Check out the KeypadLinc 6 with dimmer. The sleek in-wall keypad not only controls individual lights both inside and out, but it can also turn on mood lighting for the entire house with just a push of a button. Program settings like “intimate dinner,” “cocktail party” or maybe “hangover recovery,” and you’ll get suitable lighting for each scenario. $89.99, smarthome.com

October 27, 2005 at 02:36 PM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink | Comments (0)

Three-Day Maybelline Haven (NYC)

Maybe it’s Maybelline? No offense, but it probably is (you know those skimpy lashes would be nothing without your Great Lash mascara). Makeup buffs will want to stop by the Maybelline New York Beauty Studio, a three-day event featuring free mini-makeovers and samples. Pop singer Delta Goodrem kicks things off today, with the company’s top makeup artist Troy Surratt dishing advice tomorrow and a DJ-ed event closing the studio on Saturday. Thurs.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; 461 5th Ave.

October 27, 2005 at 12:05 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (1)

A New QVC Queen

Forget Barneys and Bergdorf. Smart retailers and designers are clamoring to get their wares into the money machine known as QVC. Joining QVC alums like Bradley Bayou, Michael Kors and hairstylist Jonathan Antin, Jaye Hersh — owner of L.A.’s perpetual hot shop Intuition — will make her debut on the shopping network tonight at 7 p.m. EST. She’ll sell wares like sweater wraps and metallic handbags from her celeb-trafficked store. Plus Hersh is offering 20% off any purchase at shopintuition.com as a thank you for keeping her biz bustling; just enter “Grateful” at checkout.

October 27, 2005 at 12:03 AM in SALES/EVENTS | Permalink | Comments (0)

October 26, 2005

iJoy Ride

Granted, it looks like a spiffed up airplane seat, but you've never taken a ride quite like the one waiting for you on an iJoy 100 Massage Chair. Velveteen upholstery (choose red, camel, black or charcoal) and low-to-the-ground ergonomic design aside, the iJoy's Human Touch Technology is the star of the show. Once it starts rolling and knead your aching back, you’ll know why this mechanized mimicry has been given the thumbs up by the American College of Chiropractic Orthopedists. $599, ijoy.com

October 26, 2005 at 05:34 PM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink | Comments (0)