Deals | 40% OFF one regularly priced item at GAP

I received this coupon during a visit to the Gap last week (scanned above). Wednesday April 14 (today) and next Wednesday April 21, you can receive 40% off one regularly priced item. If you have a Gap card (which I do), you'll get 45% off. Why wait for something to hit the sale rack when you can get it now for almost half off?

I've been endorsing Gap quite a bit lately. I guess I just feel like their offerings are on point.

Some items to consider...

Teal Plaid Popover $44.50

Sun-faded Chambray Shirt $49.50

Multi-colored Gingham Shirt $49.50

Skinny Fit Jeans Indigo Wash $64.50

Selvage Skinny Fit Jeans $88

T-shirt Hoodie $34.50

Well-worn Denim Jacket $79.50

Canvas Chukka Sneaker $39.50

Deals | 25% OFF one item at Lands' End

Offer ends Thursday, April 15.

Promotion Code: APRIL15
PIN: 160588702

Deals | French Connection Sample Sale

The sample sale, hosted by Chelsea Market, starts tomorrow and will go through Sunday. Up to 70% off. Click here for details.

[Found via Choosy Beggar]

Wish List | J.Crew Roughed-out Leather Belt

J.Crew Roughed-out Leather Belt - $29.99 (org. $52)

In high school, I used to be the type of guy with one brown belt and one black belt. My oh my how life changes when you have an open-mind and a steady cash flow. Now, I point a finger in the face of old me and exclaim "Gah!" Of course, my belt collection has evolved in an interesting way, to say the least. The black studded belt from my sophomore year of college comes to mind. Then there was that white leather number from Hot Topic (they had the best price, not a normal customer!) that was pretty punk rock. And lets not forget the shoelace belt I rocked a few times that summer in AZ when I was skateboarding like a fiend.

Yeah, it's been a bumpy ride, but my belt collection is still far from complete. Still need one of these, and a few of these. And of course the one pictured above, because that pilgrim buckle is soooo hot right now. You know me, always swayed by the latest fads.

Never owned a J.Crew belt before, but boy I'd love to take one for a spin.

Deals | Paul Smith Sample Sale

Through Saturday, Paul Smith HQ is hosting a friends and family sample sale. However, it sounds like they are welcoming those without invites. Click here for more details.

[Found via The Choosy Beggar]

GQ's Guide to Dressing for Less

In the April issue of GQ there is a great article for the financially challenged entitled "The Penny-Pincher's Guide to Style". It finally went up on the website and you can find it here. It covers where and how to shop, the items you should always buy for less and the 25 rules that will make you a better-dressed, more cost-conscious man.

Why Not? | Ralph Lauren Kids

T magazine just posted a humorous piece on their blog, which I've recently begun to follow. Contributor Elliott David admits that he shops at Ralph Lauren Kids and says the fit is fantastic for his slim 5'9" frame. And for half the price! If you're taller than Mr. David, I wouldn't bother clicking here to read the full article.

FYI, there are two Children Stores in Manhattan:

1. 380 Bleecker Street (between Perry & Charles St)

2. 878 Madison Avenue (between 71st & 72nd St)

Sale | 25% OFF at Rugby

Click here to check out the Rugby online store. Valid in store and online through April 12.

Thanks to LAS at Sartorially Inclined

Sale | 25% OFF at Lord & Taylor

Note: This is one day only and online only.

Sale | 30% OFF at jcrew.com

3 days and online only. Use code EXTRA30 (or if you're like me you'll try EXTRA40 and EXTRA50, too). Ha!

Sale | 20% OFF at Bloomingdale's

Good through March 28.

Deals | Cole Haan & SOLES4SOULS

I stopped in the Cole Haan store in Columbus Circle this evening to try on a few pairs of dress shoes. I'm looking for a new pair for my brother's wedding next month.

While trying on some shoes, I asked the sales associate about any upcoming sales. He told me about one going on right now. Cole Haan has teamed up with SOLES4SOULS, a charity that distributes donated shoes to people in need, by offering 20% off your entire purchase when you donate your new or "gently worn" shoes (which can be any brand) at a Cole Haan store. Alternatively, you can make a donation of at least $10 online to get the discount.

If you are interested in participating, you must bring in your shoes or donate before March 29th. Note, Cole Haan does this for only 1 week every year. I was told the store doesn't do much else in the way of sales, so this may be one of your only chances to get a pair of Cole Haan shoes discounted this season.

Read details on the website here. Learn more about SOLES4SOULS here. Make a donation here.

Sale | 50% OFF Suits & Sportscoats at Lord & Taylor

Ever since registering on the Lord & Taylor website, I've been bombarded with emails I don't care to read. But every once in a while an email comes into my inbox worth reading. I think a suit 50% off with an additional 20% off is something worth checking out. However, I can't guarantee a great selection; I have no idea what their current offerings include. All I can say is maybe you should check this out.... if you're in the area. But don't hold your breath.

Sale | 30% OFF at Gap & Banana Republic

This is good through Sunday, 3/21. I may head over to the Gap and pick up that denim jacket I've had my eye on...

Deals | UNIQLO Promotions

I stopped in UNIQLO a couple days ago and ended up spending way too much time there looking around at just about everything. There are some promotions going on you should be aware of. Denim, cotton button-downs, utility jackets, zip-up hoodies just to name a few. I picked up a nice plaid cotton button-down for $20 and a gray zip-up hoodie for the same price. And a water-repellent utility jacket in black for $40 (originally $60). And maybe some natural white denim from the new "+J" second collection that hit stores earlier this month. C'mon, they were only $30!

During check out, I asked the sales associate where I could find info about these promotions online. He referred me to the website (Uniqlo.com). Well, homeboy must be mistaken, because I checked the site and there was no mention of any promotions of any kind anywhere. This is frustrating to me because I don't want to have to go to the store just to find out what's on sale. Have they not heard of Twitter or Facebook or even a simple email to registered members? All I ask for is up-to-the-minute information on promotions, so I can rush to the store as soon these things hit the shelves. Is that too much to ask?

25% Off New Arrivals at Gap

This sale is online and in stores. Enter GAPNEW25 at checkout. Offer ends Sunday, Feb 21.

Another Plug for Brociety.com

If you would have checked Brociety.com on Tuesday at 1:30p, you would have seen this:


The Holden Southside Jacket in Pebble. Originally $269, Brociety was selling it for less than a hundo. Not a bad looking puffy at not a bad price.

Deals | Filene's Basement President's Day Weekend Sale

Procured | Pocket Squares

On Monday, I purchased this 3 pack of cotton handkerchiefs at Target for only $4.99. I'm relatively new at this whole pocket square game, but hopefully I can find someone to coach me through it.

These handkerchiefs will pair well with the proper shirt.

SALE: Allen Edmonds Shoe Polish $1

Allen Edmonds Premium Shoe Polish is only $1 when you use the coupon code HOLIDAYPOLISH1208 with free shipping.