Here Comes the...Sample Sale

I wore my mother's wedding dress, but if I could have a do-over, I'd definitely go and try on some fabulous designer gowns. If you're in the market, now's the time to shop. Chevy Chase Bridal in Mazza Gallerie is having an 80% off sample sale on gorgeous dresses from stars like Romona Keveza, Badgley Mischka and more. The sale starts today and goes through Jan. 13.

Neiman Marcus Fashion's Night Out

I hate to miss all the fun of Fashion's Night Out in NYC Sept. 10, but we can share the love and celebrate international shoppers' day at  great events locally.

Neiman Marcus at Mazza Gallerie is planning a celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. with a live performance by U.S. Royalty; a Lafayette 148 runway show with designer Edward Wilkerson; complimentary Bobbi Brown makeovers and a digital photo booth. Of course there will be cocktails and cupcakes--and even something for the men--drawings for Washington Capitals' tickets. For every $25 donation you make to the Trust for the National Mall you'll receive a key that could open one of three Tumi suitcases crammed with fab prizes.

Fall Fashion at Neiman Marcus

Thinking about fall fashion in the thick dog days of July, is well, escapist. And I was very happy to run off to see fall trends displayed last Wednesday at Neiman Marcus's  fashion show at the CityShopGirl fete. Among make-your-own cupcake and champagne bars (mine came in the cutest little red can with it's own petite straw) were mannequins displaying the trends to be shown. Because I was unable to stay for the actual 7 pm fashion show and was desperately snapping pics of the displays, I got a little love in the form of a private fashion show of my own (which I give back to you). Thank you, Liberty Jones.

Neutrals, leggings and ankle booties--not going anywhere. Note the softly wrapped military style jacket and textural bag.

Military styling is in charge this fall, but only with feminine touches, like this Ali & Ro anorak decked with ruffles. Even the studded clutch commands attention.

Neiman's Liberty Jones shows how to wear the cape for day or night.

Lovely silk and cashmere Trilogy lace wrap edged with fur. 

Warm up that anorak with a furry layer

Cupcake break!

Fine tailoring, ruffles, lace and neutrals

Love the little bubbly in a can

Harriet today, gone tomorrow?

Run--don't walk--to Harriet Kassman in Mazza Gallerie to get 50%-80% off everything in the store, including bridal and fabulous names like MaxMara, Armani, Valentino. Details below.