Life's Little Luxuries
It's time for our Red Dot sale!
It’s that time of the year again! Michael's Consignment NYC is currently holding our Red Dot Sale. For the month of August only, all of our Red Dot clearance items (which, for those of you who may not know, indicates 50% off Michael's original-already super discounted price) are an additional 20% off! That means many of these fabulous designer fashions are up to 95% off retail!
The Trend: Gen Z Yellow
Move over Millennial Pink, there’s a new color swarming our Instagram feeds this season, and it’s Gen Z yellow. From Amal Clooney to fashion queen Anna Wintour, people are sporting this sunny color all summer long. A great way to try out a new trend without breaking the bank or investing too much is by shopping at a luxury consignment shop. Once you’ve tried the trend and moved on, you can consign your piece and buy the newest trend! But there’s one thing for sure, this bright sunny color is sure to brighten up anyone’s wardrobe.
Vacation Destinations: What to Wear
Summer is the perfect time to cure your travel bug and take a trip to somewhere new. Now we know packing can be stressful, so we took a peek through our racks to find some outfits for your different travel destinations this summer. Whether you’re headed to a European winery or the beaches of Mexico, Michael’s has exactly what you need to wear!
How to Dress for a Fiery, Fabulous, and Festive July 4th!
Can you believe that it is almost July? We can’t believe that we’ll be grilling hot dogs on the beach while watching some fireworks before we know it! As Fourth of July marks the official start of summer, it goes without saying that we our in full summer swing mode here at Michael’s Consignment. We love a good holiday, and there’s just something so fun about being patriotic and dressed in red, white, and blue for Independence Day! From a fun family BBQ to a day at the beach with friends, there’s something festive to wear for everyone at Michael’s.
The 20th Anniversary of Sex and the City
Twenty years ago, HBO debuted Sex and the City, a show about four women living vicariously in New York City, with Manolos on their feet and a Cosmopolitan in their right hand. This show wasn’t just a show, it was a lifestyle representing single fabulous women living out their dreams in New York City. We were there with Carrie when she received the post it note break up all the way to her “something blue” Manolo Blahnik heels when she finally married Mr. Big. From brunching to babies, Sex and the City covered everything about being a woman in the early 2000’s.
A Look at “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination”
Walking into the Medieval and Byzantine Art area of the Met feels as if you are walking into an old monumental church. Crowds solemnly look up at the raised platforms of glittering Dolce & Gabbana and Versace garments like saints coming down from heaven. The overall exhibition is incredibly dramatic, featuring many show-stopping looks from designers like Jean-Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix. The entire vibe is almost eerie, with the sounds of church organ music that plays as you walk through the various areas.
Welcome to our New Neighborhood!
Here at our new location of 1125 Madison Ave we are settling into our home, which includes meeting our new neighbors. Today, we thought it would be fun to show you around our new neighborhood and some of the places we Michael’s girls love to visit!
Remembering Judith Leiber
Judith Leiber, an iconic handbag designer since 1939 passed away at the age of 97 on April 30. Her husband of 72 years, the abstract painter Gerson Leiber also passed away within hours of his wife. The couple started the Judith Leiber brand together in 1963, and Leiber quickly became known for her playful and whimsical minaudiere clutch designs.
Celebrating Mother's Day with Michaels
Family is at the core of what we do here at Michael’s, since 1954! On Mother’s Day especially we would love to take a moment to share some of our favorite things about our own mothers, whether they are far from home or they work alongside us every day (like our President and Vice President, Laura and Tammy!). So today, we are taking a moment to shout out motherhood and give these important women in our lives the spotlight. These women have raised us and shaped us into the people we are today, and we don’t need just one day to thank them for everything they’ve done. Keep reading to hear some of our Michael's girls thoughts on motherhood.
Our Favorite Looks from the 2018 Met Gala: Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination
Hey fellow Michael’s Girls, today we’re coming to you live from our new location at 1125 Madison Avenue! We are so excited to be opening tomorrow in our new home at 84th St. One of the most exciting things about our new location is that we are literally footsteps away from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a New York City staple. It’s so surreal to think that just last night we were mere meters away from the majestic celebrity-filled iconic Met Gala red carpet.
Celebrating Earth Day Before There was an Earth Day!
Since the turn of the century, my family has believed in sustainability and “going green”. Way before it was a thing, we were doing it. My great-great grandfather Simon was a tailor in the late 1800’s. He could not believe the amount of beautiful garments that were often abandoned at his lower east side shop in NYC. He did not have the heart to toss them in the trash and instead believed that someone would love to have these pieces in their closets.
Step out of your Fashion Comfort Zone!
One of the biggest trends on the catwalk for Spring 2018 was what we called “Brighter than the Sun”. We chatted a bit about this trend in our recent Spring 2018 Trends to Wear Now post. Basically, the trend is to go big and bright with color. Use neons, loud animal prints, and crazy colors and textures because they are all on trend at the moment. So now is the perfect time to take a little chance while getting dressed in the morning and step out of your style comfort zone.