Park & Bond Launch

Earlier this week, Gilt launched its full priced menswear line - Park & Bond. The site is named after two streets here in the city - Park Avenue and Bond Street. Classic and contemporary come together all under one site.

To be honest, when I first heard about the upcoming site a while back - I was skeptical. Gilt is known for its flash sales so why would anyone opt for their regular priced line? Add in the launch of Mr. Porter earlier this year and it all didn't seem to make much sense. BUT- after taking a look at the site - I have to say - I definitely like what I see.

Brands include Comme des Garcons, Dries Van Noten, Gant by Michael Bastian, Richard Chai for Original Penguin, Viktor & Rolf and more. The product selection and range is vast and there's enough of a differential between Mr. Porter and Park and Bond for it to remain competitive.

The site also has some great features like what to pair pieces with (likely pawned off of Mr. Porter) and pointers including how to create the perfect dimple when tying a tie and how to wash raw denim.

Online Shopping Steals: Alexander Wang

If you didn’t have the chance to make it to the Alexander Wang sample sale or couldn’t stomach the line, SSENSE the e-commerce site is having a major sale with prices up to 70% off.  Anyways, just thought it was interesting to note that some of these prices are most likely similar or slightly less than what you can find at the sample sale this time around. Here are a few bargains that I spotted.   Shop quickly because sizes won’t last long.

T by Alexander Wang Striped Top was $85, now $26

T by Alexander Wang Ponte Tank Dress was $145, now $44

T by Alexander Wang Textured Cotton Sweatpants was $125, now $38

Alexander Wang Tempest Knotted Heels was $650, now $195

Alexander Wang Braided Petra Heel was $685, now $206