Tuesday, June 2, 2009

This week sales at Gilt Groupe

Lauren Moffatt

Sale starts 6/2 NOON EDT

In October of 2000, Lauren Moffatt, along with partner Rob Pepin, launched their first collection of must-have, vintage-chic looks. Inspired by fabrics, colors and textures, Moffatt created a small collection that generated overnight buzz and quickly grew into a multimillion dollar company, prompting Women’s Wear Daily to name her one of ten up and coming talents in January 2001. Shortly after, the collection grew to include swimwear, handbags and accessories. The Lauren Moffatt look has been seen on Cameron Diaz, Mandy More, Eva Mendez, Ashley Olsen and Michelle Williams and this coveted collection is available at Gilt Groupe.


TARA Jewelry

Sale starts 6/2 NOON EDT

Established in 1974 and family-run since then, TARA’s elegant, classic and contemporary jewelry has found clients in discerning celebrities and socialites alike. Recognized for its unsurpassed craftsmanship and commitment to flawless design, each statement-making piece is made using the finest Tahitian and South Sea cultured pearls and diamonds. Spotlighted in publications from Brides to Veranda and worn by the stars of Gossip Girl, Tara’s range of red carpet-worthy pearl and diamond jewelry can be found in the display cases of Saks Fifth Avenue and now Gilt.


Temperley London

Sale starts 6/2 NOON EDT



KORS Michael Kors

Sale starts 6/3 NOON EDT

New York-native Michael Kors launched his label in 1981 and 27 years later he is considered the leading American fashion designer for luxury accessories and sportswear. Kors is known for his luxe, jet-set attitude and chic, polished, sophisticated pieces. His honors include two CFDA awards, (one each for menswear and womenswear), an Elle Cadillac Fashion Award for excellence and Dupont’s first American Original Award. In addition, Vogue magazine referred to Kors as “one of the most influential designers of the decade,” an honor that’s not only a testament to his talent but one of the many reasons why he currently serves as a judge on the Emmy nominated series Project Runway.

Michael Kors flagship boutiques are peppered around the U.S. with locations on Madison Avenue and Rodeo Drive as well as international stores in Hong Kong and Dubai. Actresses like Anjelica Houston, Gwyneth Paltrow and Rene Russo favor designs by Michael Kors and his collection is now available at Gilt Groupe.


Davek Umbrellas

Sale starts 6/3 NOON EDT


Founded in 2004 by engineer and entrepreneur David Kahng, Davek Umbrellas combine exceptional engineering with metropolitan style to offer the ultimate in protection. Meticulously crafted from the finest materials available, each umbrella is created using as many as 96 painstaking steps and goes through 12 points of inspection to ensure unparalleled quality and flawless performance. In addition to superb construction, all come with an unconditional Lifetime Guarantee, as well as a Loss Protection Card that allows owners to replace their umbrella at 50% off retail in the event that it is lost. Available at Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, Davek’s range of indestructible umbrellas is now available at Gilt.


Mischen

Sale starts 6/3 NOON EDT

Before launching Mischen (which means “to mix” in German), Carla Knapp attended the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York City and cut her teeth as the creative director at Jil Stuart and Paper Denim & Cloth. Her ultra-eclectic and feminine aesthetic is heavily influenced by her passion for vintage thrift store finds and the art of sophisticated yet understated tailoring. Seen on the pages of Nylon and Vogue and a favorite of celebrity stylist and fashion icon Rachel Zoe, Mischen’s demure and sexy creations are available at influential retailers Intermix, Henri Bendel, and now Gilt.


Ben-Amun

Sale starts 6/4 NOON EDT

Isaac Manevitz, the Egyptian-born designer and founder of Ben-Amun, has had over 30 years of success with his line of luxury jewelry and belts. Working with fine and unusual materials such as leather, Lucite, pewter, glass and crystal, Manevitz creates unique pieces that are always original, distinct and inspirational. Manevitz’s ability to stay ahead of the trends has made his line a favorite among fashion editors, celebrities and women of all ages. Ben-Amun designs are frequently featured in the pages of Vogue and Elle, styled into the runway shows of Michael Kors and Cynthia Steffe. Ben-Amun can be found at fine retailers like Intermix, Bergdorf Goodman, Madison Et Cie and now, Gilt Groupe.


Vera Wang Collection

Sale starts 6/4 NOON EDT

New York-native Vera Wang opened her bridal salon in 1990 at the renowned Carlyle Hotel on Madison Avenue. Famous for infusing romance and modernity into wedding gowns, Vera Wang’s clientele look to her for subtle sophistication and understated elegance. She honed her talents during a sixteen-year tenure at Vogue where she earned the title of Senior Fashion Editor and then moved to Ralph Lauren where she worked as design director until ultimately leaving to open her own boutique. Today, Wang’s vision has expanded to footwear, fragrance, eyewear, and home furnishings.
In 2005, the prestigious Council of Fashion Designers of America named Vera Wang as Womenswear Designer of the Year. Her collections are distributed worldwide in top stores including Barneys New York, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and now, Gilt Groupe.





Converse by John Varvatos Shoes

Sale starts 6/5 NOON EDT

Converse and John Varvatos are two quintessentially American designers that teamed up in 2006 to create Converse by John Varvatos. The history and brand authenticity of Converse is a natural fit with the John Varvatos’ point of view, which focuses on the integration of old-world details with a rock-n-roll edge. Varvatos adds modern elements to the classic Converse silhouettes creating a look that is truly unique, resulting in an effortlessly stylish collection. Fashionable celebrities from Daisy Lowe to Casey Affleck covet these designs and you can find Converse by John Varvatos distributed in Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, Nordstrom and now, Gilt Groupe.


Kingsley

Sale starts 6/6 NOON EDT

Born in 2004 with the mission to dress children better, Kingsley’s innovative, fun and stylish separates have garnered a cult following by A-list parents and their fashion-forward tots. Every piece is inspired by fine art, modern graphics and photography as to reflect the culture and fashion sense of today’s generation of parents. Featured in publications ranging from Cookie to Vogue and covered on The View and The Today Show, Kingsley’s edgy yet age appropriate collection can be found at high-end stores across the country and now at Gilt.


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