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the week of july 05

Sol Opening
For sexy, high-end Brazilian fashion head to this new Nolita store, which features selections from the Sao Paulo runway, including Brazilian bikinis, limited edition Havaianas, and fashion by Gloria Coelho, Linda de Morrer, Rosa Cha, and more. Check it out and enjoy <A TITLE="Click for more information about wine" STYLE="text-decoration: none; border-bottom: medium solid green;" HREF="http://search.targetwords.com/u.search?x=5977|1||||wine|AA1VDw">wine</A> or champagne, Brazilian coffee, and chocolates.
6 Prince St.
212-966-0002
Mon.-Thurs., 11-7; Fri., and Sat., 11-8; Sun., 12-6
Major credit cards; cash

Clothingline Sample Sale
Shop for Italian cashmere and other fine knits from Inhabit's spring and summer collections (they usually retail at high-end retailers such as Henri Bendel, Fred Segal Trend, Ron Herman, and Scoop) at dramatic discounts, now until Friday, July 10. Among the deals: cotton/cashmere T-shirts (were $228, now $65); fine gauge cotton T-shirts (were $108, now $55); and fine gauge cashmere ponchos (were $348, now $150). The sale will be closed on Monday, July 5.
261 W. 36th St., 2nd Fl.
212-947-8748
July 6-10, 10-6
Major credit cards; cash

Sacco Red White and Shoe Sale
If you're in town on Monday, July 5, take advantage of the last day of this chic, well-edited shoe store's sale featuring 20 to 50 percent savings on all red, white, and blue heels, sandals, flats, mules, handbags, clutches, and more.
324 Columbus Ave.
212-799-5229
94 Seventh Ave.
212-675-5180
14 East 17th St.
212-243-2070
118 East 59th St.
212-207-3151
111 Thompson St.
212-925-8010
Mon.-Fri. 11-8; Sat., 11-7
www.saccoshoes.com

Lauren Moffatt Sample Sale
Pay wholesale prices (or even less) on Grecian-inspired gauze dresses and skirts, vintage wash jeans, light-weight knits, classically tailored pants, fresh sundresses, and more from the designer's spring 2004 collection. The sample sale runs from Wednesday, July 7 to Friday, July 9, from 10 AM to 7 PM. Deals include tops (regularly $170 to $200, now $50 to $75); dresses (were $230 to $280, now $80 to $105); pants and skirts (originally $180 to $230, now $65 to $95), and more.
214 West 29 St., Ste. 1503
212-465-0839
July 7-9, 10-7
Cash only

Rafe Last Call Sale
Save 50 to 70 on resort, spring, and summer shoes and handbags by this quintessentially New York designer at the Bleecker Street boutique starting Saturday, July 10. The Last Call sale continues until July 18, and men's bags will also be included.
1 Bleecker St.
212-780-9739
Mon.-Sun., 11-7
Major credit cards; cash

Ramyspa Opening
Famed brow specialist Ramy has just opened his own spa in Murray Hill, offering eyebrow grooming, makeup application, and other pampering services. The prices are reasonable: an eyebrow shaping with Ramy himself is $65; with his brow experts, $40. Reiki massage, facials, reflexology, and other services are also available.
39 East 31 St.
212-684-9500
Tues.-Sat., 9-7
Major credit cards; cash

Kazuyo Nakano Sale
This luxe handbag designer is slashing prices on resort, spring, and summer handbags 20 to 50 percent from Saturday, July 10 to Sunday, July 18. Look for Italian leather totes (regularly $239, now $167); croc embossed leather bags (regularly $346, now $173), and more.
117 Crosby St.
212-941-7093
Mon-Sun. 11-7
Major credit cards; cash

Loftworks Birthday Sale
This Tribeca discount designer emporium is celebrating its second birthday with markdowns of 20 percent on pieces that are already reduced by as much as 80 percent. Sale runs through Saturday, July 10.
100 Lafayette St. (Walker and White Sts.)
212-343-8088
Mon.-Wed., 10-7; Thurs.-Fri., 10-8; Sat.-Sun., 11-7
Major credit cards; cash
www.loftworksnyc.com

C.O. Bigelow Hair Event
Bumble and Bumble's talented team of stylists will transform your hair for summer with fun curls and whimsical waves for free at both C.O. Bigelow locations on Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11. No appointment necessary; first-come, first-serve.
C.O. Bigelow Apothecary
414 Sixth Ave.
212-533-2700
Bigelow at Jeffrey
449 West 14th St.
212-206-1272
July 10-11, 10-6

Independent Designer Trunk Show News
Trunkt, which hosts independent trunk shows around Manhattan, is heading to the Hamptons in July. Find items from more than 40 featured designers, including Lorelei NYC, Susan Natoli, and Samaan, on the grounds of the Bridgehampton Historical Society, on Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11, from 11 AM to 6 PM. Find style-savvy home accessories, <A TITLE="Click for more information about jewelry" STYLE="text-decoration: none; border-bottom: medium solid green;" HREF="http://search.targetwords.com/u.search?x=5977|1||||jewelry|AA1VDw">jewelry</A>, handbags, couture clothing, footwear, spa products and more. The event is free and open to the public.
Bridgehampton Historical Society, Main St. Bridgehampton
July 10-11, 11-6
www.trunkt.com
— Dana Silber

Boston

Filene's Basement Sale
Get over to this renowned Boston department store quickly if you want to snag goods from its two killer sales this week. The first is the sunglasses sale: Christian Dior, Gucci, and Roberto Cavalli shades are all reduced by as much as 75 percent. The second sale takes place on the racks stocked with Prada jackets, Miu Miu pink suede tops, and lacy Valentino pants—they're all half-off the sale price.
426 Washington St.
617-542-2011
Mon.-Fri., 9:30-8; Sat., 9-8; Sun., 11-8
Major credit cards; checks; cash

Guess Sale
Scores of warm-weather pieces are now bargains at this Newbury Street location, where you'll find sexy summer baby doll print dresses, mini skirts, and low-cut white jeans—all marked down 20 to 70 percent.
80 Newbury St.
617-236-4147
Mon.-Sat., 10-8; Sun., 12-7
Major credit cards; cash

Urban Slipper Arrivals
Check out the latest summer-y shipments at Jamaica Plain's funky shop. Look for large plasticized floral cotton beach totes, cozy loungewear by Lemon Tart, and Havaiana flip-flops in a bevy of colors.
48 South St., Jamaica Plain
617-971-0870
Tues.-Wed., 11-6; Thurs.-Sat., 11-7; Sun., 11-5
Major credit cards; checks; cash

DSW Sale
Hit the clearance racks at this shoe warehouse this week for some truly great designer finds: Christian Lacroix black suede stilettos are reduced 50 percent and Ralph Lauren leather boots, and Marc Jacobs round-toe pumps are marked down 60 percent.
385 Washington St.
617-556-0052
Mon.-Sat., 10-8; Sun., 11-6
Major credit cards; checks; cash
— Alexandra Hall

Miami n' Florida

Elemis Spa News
This Village of Merrick Park spa will give service upgrades Mondays through Thursdays from 5 to 9 PM, now through the end of November, as part of its Happy Hour special. Examples include a free frangipani hair and scalp conditioning treatment with a cut and blow dry; an extra 30-minute addition to any 50-minute deep tissue massage; and a free Japanese silk booster eye zone treatment with any Japanese silk booster facial. Call for more information.
Elemis Spa at Village of Merrick Park
330 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables
305-774-7171
Mon.-Sat., 10-9; Sun., 12-6
Major credit cards; cash
www.elemisspa.com/usa

Salvatore Ferragamo Summer Sale
Check out the significant savings being offered at this famed Italian shoe, accessories, and clothing boutique during one of its big sales of the year. Sale runs through Sunday, July 11.
Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour
305-866-8166
Mon.-Fri., 10-9; Sat., 10-7; Sun., 12-6
200 Worth Ave., Palm Beach
561-659-0602
Mon.-Sat., 10-6
Major credit cards; cash


The Beauties Club Special
Mention Lucky to receive a combination spa manicure (regularly $25) and spa pedicure (regularly $35) for just $55 without having to become a member, now through Saturday, July 10. The annual membership fee, usually necessary to receive these prices, is $100.
919 W. 39th St., Miami Beach
786-276-9991
Tues.-Sat., 10-6
Major credit cards; cash

J.W. Cooper's Annual Sale
Save 20 to 50 percent on select merchandise at this luxury accessories store's annual sale. Choose from cowboy boots made of exotic skins, Stetson hats, and handmade 18K gold and sterling silver belt buckles. Sale runs through Saturday, July 31.
Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour
305-861-4180
Mon.-Fri., 10-9; Sat., 10-7; Sun., 12-6
Major credit cards; cash
www.jwcooper.com

Lilian's Sandals Sale
Save 25 to 60 percent on every sandal at this adorable Ocean Drive shoe boutique. Choices include platforms and flats in several colors and styles featuring everything from simple stitches to hand-crafted ornamentation.
800 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach
305-674-7610
Mon.-Sun., 11-9
Major credit cards, cash
www.lilliansandals.com

Nicole Miller Semi-Annual Sale
Save 50 to 70 percent on select summer skirts, tops, and formalwear pieces of the namesake collection, as well as hip, casual Millergirl merchandise, from Monday, July 5 through Friday, July 29.
656 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
305-535-2200
Mon.-Sat., 11-8; Sun., 12-6
Town Center Mall
6000 Glades Rd., Boca Raton
561-361-6414
Mon.-Sat., 10-9; Sun., 12-6
Major credit cards; cash
— Suzy Buckley

Toronto


Fresh Baked Goods Arrivals
Check out the new collection of cute cotton print strapless dresses at one of our favorite Kensington Market shops. Great to wear to a summer wedding or evening out on the town, these dresses are both sexy and comfy. Also look for a new batch lacy knit ponchos, one of the this summer's most popular items.
Kensington Market
274 Agusta Ave.
416-966-0123
Mon.-Sat., 11-7; Sun., 12-5
Major credit cards; cash

Lush News
Pamper yourself with some delicious products from Lush. Try items from the new "Think Pink" line, such as the fizzy pink bath ball, scented with relaxing lavendar oil and sweet creamy vanilla absolute; it's sure to leave you smelling and feeling luxerious.
312 Queen St. W (at Soho)
416-599-5874
Daily, 10-8; Fri., 10-9
Major credit cards; cash

Solstice News
We love this lofty home store on Jarvis Street. Stop by to find funky brass cuff bracelet and necklaces pendants in several shapes and sizes. It's a great way to perk up any ensemble.
111 Jarvis St. (at Richmond St. E)
416-363-7557
Mon.-Thurs., 11-6; Fri., 11-7; Sat., 10-6; Sun., 12-5
Major credit cards; cash

Zola Shoes Sale
One of our favorite shoe stores is having its annual "Barbeque Sale" now through August 15. Save up to 70 percent on designer footwear lines, including Accessoire, Cynthia Rowley, Edmundo Castillo, Emma Hope, Franklin Elman, Gianni Barbato, Goffredo Fantini, Hollywould, Hugo Boss, Jane Brown, Patrick Cox, Paul Smith, Rafe, Ralph Lauren Collection, Rodolphe Menudier, Michel Vivien, Miss Trish of Capri, Nancy Geist, Roberto del Carlo, and Sigerson Morrison.
1726 Avenue Rd.
416-783-8688
Mon.-Sat., 10-6; Thurs., 10-8; Sun., 12-5
Major credit cards; cash

Paper-doll.com News
Paper-Doll.com will start receiving its fall shipments in July, so now is the time to stock up on light sassy dresses, sexy minis, feminine flats, and bright, colorful tanks. Look for items from House of Spy, I Clothing, TPHS, Spring & Clifton, and Irregular Choice.
Major credit cards
paper-doll.com

Willow Grant Opening
Visit this newly opened boutique in the heart of the Queen West Art and Design District. The elegant store features apparel and accessories from many up-and-coming Canadian designers, including handbags by Mr. Right, lingerie by Sweet Soul, and deconstructed contemporary designs by SDG33.
960 Queen St. W (at Shaw)
416-533-7553
Wed.-Fri., 12-7; Sat.-Sun., 12-5:30
Major credit cards; cash

Over the Rainbow Sale
Canada's top denim retailer starts its much-anticipated designer sale on Thursday, June 24. Save 30 percent on select lines, including Chip & Pepper, G-Star, and Diesel.
101 Yorkville Ave.
416-967-7448
Mon., Sat., 10-6; Tues.-Fri., 10-8; Sun., 12-5
Major credit cards; cash
— Sonia Weinberg