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MINK Makeup Artistry – Holiday Cosmetics Sale (Saturday December 6, 2008))
On my way home from work in the summer, I went to the first “Great Make-Up Sale” this past August and was pleased to find a selection of new-in-package MAC lipglosses, Nars eyeshadow and Benefit products. At the end of the sale, everyone was forwarded a feedback survey so her second make-up sale will be even more tailored to consumer interests!
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Melanie Tremblay of Mink Makeup Artistry will be holding her second makeup sale of brand new, authentic, name-brand cosmetics at discounted prices! Stop by Cuppa Joe Coffee (3744 West 4th Ave) on Saturday December 4 to purchase products from MAC, NARS, Stila, Lancome and Benefit at 30% to 60% off retail prices. For more information, check out the Facebook Event here!
Wings+Horns – Clothing Sale (December 5 to 7, 2008)
Wings & Horns (formerly Spruce), a relatively cryptic brand of upscale streetwear and casual workwear for men, designed and manufactured in our very own Vancouver, B.C. is having a sample sale at 188 West 6th Ave. I’d be inclined to say it’s one of the best sample sales ever displayed by the label, with stock that includes some of their famous tiger fleece hoodies alongside thermals, buffalo check jackets, raw denim and tees for ridiculously low prices. Sizes are available from XS – XL, and if you go early enough in the day there’s usually enough stock to give you a great selection.
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Collections of Wings and Horns can be found locally at Holt Renfrew, Roden Gray,Gravity Pope (footwear) and Dutil Denim (denim). However, it’s a fairly certain guarantee that the deals at this sample sale will outshine anything those stores can offer. While their designs are usually not out of the ordinary enough to jutsify the regular retail price they command, the sheer quality of the material and details in the construction (No YKK zippers!) are definitely worth the prices you will be finding at this sale. Note it is cash only.
Shop Cocoon – Friends & Family Sale (Thurs. December 4)
The concept behind Shop Cocoon (3345 Cambie Street @17th Avenue) is simple. Artists and designers lease shelf space from the store and are also required to work a minimum number of hours behind the counter each week, allowing them the opportunity to showcase their emerging brands without having to undergo the costs of starting up their own shop. The brands available at Shop Cocoon will not be unfamiliar to Vancouverites who are interested in the local and independent designer scene. From Tyte Lids to Filou Designs, these clothing and accessories have frequented the likes of Portobello West, Spend on Trend and more!
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On Thursday December 4, from 11am to 9pm, save up to 30% off the entire shop for their friends and family sale. Goodies will be served.
The Club Annex – purchase coupon (valid until Dec. 21, 2008)
“Help spread the holiday cheer” with Club Annex (formerly The Men’s Club) with a purchase coupon which can be used until December 21, 2008 at any location including Park Royal and Metrotown.
According to their Facebook Group, as of November 30, new stock has just arrived including:
- Rock & Republics for mens & ladies
- Ed hardy, Smet & Christian Audigier T-shirt & Zip Ups for Men & Ladies
- Hugo Boss Winter Jackets for Men
- Juicy Track suits for Ladies
Parts by Heather – Studio Sale (December 5 & 6, 2008)
Parts by Heather by Alberta born designer Heather Mandin is having a studio sale at the duncan building at #214-119 West Pender Street:
- Friday December 5 from 12pm to 6pm
- Saturday December 6 from 11am to 4pm
Cash and major credit cards are accepted. Definitely check out their trendy and easy-to-navigate website to see their designs of jewelry inspired by “the avant-garde, the highly stylized curvilinear art nouveau and the romance of the 50′s pearl necklace”! From floating beads on wire, to asymmetrical necklaces, to big, bold clusters inspired by nature or get something custom made for the holidays.
Apple – one day online sale (November 28)
Apple is having a sale. Not huge discounts and savings, but if you were going to buy an iPod or a Mac (or speakers and headphones) anyway, a few dollars off is better than paying full price, right? As as usual, purchases over $75 get you free shipping. Click here. (PS. I’m a Mac user!)
Fidelity Denim – Warehouse Sale (Nov. 27 to 29, 2008)
Fidelity Denim is having a warehouse sale from November 27 to 29th, 2008 at #121-5589 Byrne Rd in Burnaby. (Use the back entrance). Jeans are going from $10 to $99 and will be available in styles for both men and women. Payment options include cash, Visa and Mastercard.
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Thursday November 27th: 4-8 pm
Friday November 28th: 12-8 pm
Saturday November 29th: 10-5 pm
Threadless – $5, $10 & $15 T-Shirt Sale
Threadless.com is more than just a t-shirt website. It is an online community with artists, designers, critics, retailers, shoppers and buyers. Long story short, members of the Threadless community produce t-shirt designs which are rated by other members on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest scoring designs within a certain period of time are produced into real t-shirts for every one to buy. Designs used to be printed on American Apparel t-shirts, but recently, Threadless has slowly been integrating into their own line of cotton t-shirts.
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Click here to check out quirky t-shirts (on sale) by Threadless.
