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Exclusive Fashion Orbit Discount: 20% Off Mapel

Until July 31, Fashion Orbit readers can save 20% on all non-sale items at Mapel using the discount code ORBIT20.

Beyond carrying affordable boutique favorites like BB Dakota, Tulle and Alternative, Mapel has a newly expanded denim selection, including labels Citizens of Humanity, Joe’s Jeans and 7 For All Mankind.

We personally heart the favorite-tee-goes-luxe look of the Champagne Lace piece shown above (currently available at $34, $27.20 with discount). Some of our other favorites include:

Best skinny jean with a heart of gold: 7 For All Mankind’s The Skinny in Indigo ($149; $119.20 with discount)
Deceptively spendy looking (and vegan!) bag under a Benjamin: Compose’s Studded Brown Shopper ($68; $54.40 with discount)
Best blue jean to be buried in: Citizens of Humanity’s Dita Petite Angel ($172; $137.60 with discount)
Best sophisticated summer short: Tulle’s Canvas Shorts ($32; $25.60 with discount)
Best piece to channel Blair Waldorf in: Champagne Lace’s Holiday Silk Headband ($18; $14.40 with discount)
Best secret weapon for the board meeting: Pico’s Summer Shirt Dress ($52; $41.60 with discount)

The fine print: Take 20% off full-priced items at Mapel using the discount code ORBIT20. Offer expire July 31, 2010 and cannot be combined with any other promotions/discounts.

Sale Roundup

Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.

The Clothes

An open back lends serious sex appeal to BCBGMAXAZRIA’s Drape Back Top. Originally $78; now $54.60.

Black Halo’s Braided T Mini Dress goes for a subtle Greek goddess look. Was $298; now $149.

Cynthia Steffe’s Organza Jada Lace Top is a beautifully feminine layering piece. On sale at $68 (originally $195).

Despite my firm belief that skinny jeans are simply not for everyone (including and especially me), I am seriously tempted to thwart reason for Adriano Goldschmied’s Stilt Cigarette Leg Jeans. Marked down to $117.60 (originally $168).

The little black dress becomes an architectural masterpiece in 7 For All Mankind’s Strapless Mini Dress. Was $198; now $138.60.

The Shoes

MIA 2’s Hayat Sandals have a certain jolie-laid appeal. Marked down to $42.71 (originally $49.95).

Feminine details meet serious structure in Moschino’s Ruffle High Heel Sandals. Now $307.50 (originally $615).

Perfect basic black strappy sandals at an irresistible price: Sam Edelman’a Mariella Heels. On sale at $38 (originally $129).

The Accessories

Cousin It becomes a must-have accessory with Kate Spade’s Yuma Ida. On sale at $297 (originally $395).

Get your Bollywood on with Amrita Singh’s Meena Earrings. Were $150; now $75.

Kate Spade’s Senora Shell Earrings are naturally beautiful. Marked down to $64 (originally $85).

Looking for discount codes or sample sales? Check out our most recent Discount Code Roundup for our latest coupons and This Week in Sample Sales for current sale events.

Daily Obsession: Suspender Details

Get your mind out of the sandbox: suspenders can be a fun twist on otherwise standard wardrobe pieces.

$100 and Under

No need to raid your SO’s closet when you’ve got Current/Elliott’s The Suspender Boyfriend Jean. $99 (orig. $284)

A dark wash adds a hint of formality to Generra’s Suspender Denim Shorts. $72.50 (orig. $145)

Add a little pizazz to your work wardrobe with Newport News’ High-Waist Suspender Pencil Skirt. $39 (orig. $49)

The Mid-Rangers

Channel your inner punky princess in Betsy Johnson’s Teen Vogue Skirt with Suspenders. $238

Steven Alan’s adorable Camden is equal parts jumper, dress, and suspendered skirt. $235

Cheap Monday’s Pencil Skirt is easy like Sunday morning. $110

The Spendy Picks

Suspender straps are an unexpected detail on Emporio Armani’s Sequined Stripe Top. $398 (orig. $995)

Rag & Bone’s Madras Culottes are surprisingly dressy. $280 (orig. $400)

Part top, part work of art: Reality Studio’s Rousters Suspenders Pullover. $267

Sale Roundup

Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.

The Clothes

We’ve always been a fan of the AG fit, and love the minimalist stitching on their Stilt Jeans in Obserbe. On sale at $134.40 (originally $168).

Designer of the Week Thread Social demonstrates the beauty of simplicity with their Sleeveless Dress. Originally $407; now $284.90.

Diane von Furstenberg’s Ermani Shirt Dress is crisply nouveau preppy. On sale at $219 (originally $365).

Nanette Lepore redefines the nautical look with her Ship Ahoy Top in Cream. Marked down to $138 (originally $275).

It may remain out of our particular budgets, but there’s no doubt that the classic style of Calvin Klein’s Reggie Short Trench Coat will last a lifetime. Was $1795; now $897.50.

The Shoes

Quick and easy cage shoes that will pair seamlessly with most outfits: BCBG’s Gilly sandals. Now $159.99 (originally $275).

We can’t help but adore the over-the-top, Betty Boop 2.0 quality of Giuseppe Zanotti’s Minny Vernice Papavero pumps. Marked down to $385 (originally $688).

For those taking André Leon Talley’s battle cry seriously to heart: Frye’s New Maxine Campus Boot. On sale at $229.60 (originally $328).

The Accessories

Tough gets sweet with Felix Rey’s Jean Leather Bag. On sale at $226 (originally $560).

Kate Spade’s Plaza Kaylee clutch has a certain garden party whimsy about it. Was $295; now $148.

Bajra’s Pashmina Wrap features a gorgeous black-and-pink print and micro-sequins. Marked down to $217.80 (originally $363).

Looking for discount codes? Check out our most recent Discount Code Roundup for our latest coupons.

Exclusive Fashion Orbit Discount: 15% Off Eye Candy Buy Candy

Until July 19, Fashion Orbit readers can save 15% at online boutique Eye Candy Buy Candy using the discount code fashionorbit.

Launched in September of 2008, ECBC focuses on quality pieces at affordable prices, with seasonal lookbooks to help shoppers mix and match. Eye Candy also features a special shop for a cause section benefiting breast cancer research.

We’re eyeing BB Dakota’s Jil Sander-esque Marlis Coat shown above (currently on sale at $63; $53.55 with discount). Some of our other favorites:

Best work to play top: Jack by BB Dakota’s Hillsdale Top ($32.40; $27.54 with discount)
Best wide-legged pants: ARYN K’s Take it Easy Linen Trousers ($72; $61.20 with discount)
Best lazy Sunday option: Divine Rights of Denim’s Faithful Boyfriend Jean ($66; $56.10 with discount)
Best basic tee: Bobi’s 3/4 Sleeve Scoop Neck Top ($31.50; $26.78 with discount)
Best vegan-friendly accessory: Melie Bianco’s Woven Tote ($89.99; $76.49 with discount)
Best grandpa cardigan: BB Dakota’s Sullivan Sweater ($50; $42.50 with discount)

The fine print: Take 15% off sitewide at Eye Candy Buy Candy using discount code fashionorbit. Code expires July 19, 2009, and cannot be combined with any other promotions/discounts.

Sale Roundup

Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.

The Clothes

A taupe hue offsets a pleated shape in this 3.1 Phillip Lim mini skirt. On sale at $186 (originally $310).

Decidedly feminine details like tiered ruffle sleeves are added to a menswear-inspired silhouette in Marc by Marc Jacobs’ Dylan Stripe Top. Originally $228; now $114.

Acne’s Hep Jeans in Raw are skinny without being terror-inducing. On sale at $90 (originally $225).

BCBG’s Runway Ruffle Dress is both youthful and sophisticated. Now $210 (originally $300).

Vera Wang’s Organza Ruffle Tank Dress is beautifully understated. Was $925; now $462.50.

The Shoes

Frye’s Ada Baby Heel Pumps are a dainty substitute for heels. On sale at $124.60 (originally $178).

Green patent leather is a lovely alternative to black in L.A.M.B.’s Tizzy heels. Marked down to $276 from $349.

Tory Burch’s Francesca High Heel Gladiator Sandals are a perfect free spirit piece with a dose of structure. Were $425; now $297.50.

The Accessories

Eco-friendly with an edge: Alkemie Jewelry’s Shark Tooth Bracelet. Now available for $104.50 (originally $209).

The circular shape of this Daftbird Wrap Scarf means no more awkward fumbling on windy days. Now $40 (originally $86).

Gustto’s Cokera Bag is classically rich. Marked down to $322 from $805.

Looking for discount codes? Check out our most recent Discount Code Roundup for our latest coupons.

Daily Obsession: Long Shorts

A longer shape helps bridge the delicious inherent contradiction of shorts and some semblance of formality.

$100 and Under

Banana Republic’s Martin Bermuda Short strikes the right balance between structure and casual comfort. $49

Alvin Valley’s legendary pant prowess is extended to these stretch herringbone long shorts. $79.99 (orig. $242)

Menswear gets feminine with Rogan’s Tollyn Long Shorts. $50

The Mid-Rangers

William Rast’s Lisa Lonestar Shorts have that ideal jean fit. $176

The powersuit’s standard pinstripes get transformed with Alice + Olivia’s Cuffed Bermuda Shorts. $138.60 (orig. $198)

Theory’s Palmer SD Shorts are a perfect substitute for denim on a hot summer day. $190

The Spendy Picks

Prada’s Bermuda Shorts are beautifully and impossibly skinny. $540

Long shorts meet eveningwear with Robert Rodriguez’s Sequin Shorts. $407

A relaxed fit makes these Vanessa Bruno Paper-Bag Waist Shorts effortlessly chic. $370

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