Richard Chai Japan T

Following in pursuit of other designers to help raise funds for Japan, Richard Chai launched a "Love" T-shirt last weekend to help raise funds for disaster relief. 100% of the profit will be donated to the cause which is amazing.

There is a T and tank up for sale - both with the word "love" silk-screened on. The L is actually written out in kanji and means love in Japanese. Both retail for $35.

The shirts are available online at Odin or in their stores. I picked one up after work this week since I was in the area anyways and its a great T for just lounging around in and is super soft. The shirts are made by Alternative Apparel (which by the way does great basic and burnout Ts if you're in the market for those).

Japan Ts: Paul Smith, Anna Sui, Opening Ceremony

If you're looking for other Ts to help support Japan, Anna Sui, Opening Ceremony and Paul Smith also have their own T to support the cause just to name a few.

LA Sample Sale: Steven Alan & Alternative Apparel

LA friends, two of our favorite brands are having a sample sale today through Sunday! Steven Alan is one of my favorites for button downs and quality pieces. And Alternative Apparel is my favorite for jersey basics. The cotton is so soft and holds up very well in the wash.

This would be a great sale to stock up on quality classics and basics. Here's a taste of what to expect:

Steven Alan Waxed Cotton Men’s Rain slicker: regularly $328 NOW $125
Steven Alan Men's Reverse Seam Cotton Shirt: regularly $168 NOW $68
Steven Alan Women’s Cotton Charlton Dress: regularly $225 NOW $89
Steven Alan Women's Cotton Reverse Seam Shirt: regularly $158 NOW $58

Alternative Apparel Eco Fleece Hoody: regularly $50, NOW $19
Alternative Apparel Organic Crew T Shirt: regularly $30, NOW $9/5 for $30 or 10 for $50
Alternative Apparel Cotton Dress: regularly $98, NOW $19

Who: Steven Alan & Alternative Apparel and others like Generic Surplus and FREECITY
What: 30-75% off a wide selection of men's, women's and children's collections
When: Thurs Nov 4th & Fri Nov 5th 8:30am - 8pm
Sat Nov 6th 11am - 7pm
Sun Nov 7th 11am - 5pm
Where: 1050 North Orange Drive (at Orange Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard)

Weekend Shopping

Who: V is for Vintage
What: V Is for Vintage is hosting a three-day pop-up shop in Soho, offering labels like Dior, Chanel, Valentino, YSL, Mugler, and more for up to 50% Off. Seventies round Rochas sunglasses are $80 (originally $200), a sixties silk Bill Blass shift dress is $150 (originally $275), and a Dior alligator portfolio bag is $2,000 (originally $2,750).
When: June 5-7, 2009. Noon—9pm Daily
Where: 112 Greene St b/n Prince and Spring Sts (347-581-7930).

Who: Robert Lee Morris
What: Sample and stock at up to 60% Off. amous sculptural designs in sterling silver and 18kt gold, as well as dazzling diamond and colored stone accented piecesPieces from his Andy Warhol and Elizabeth & James Collections
When: June 4-7, 2009. Th-Sun 11-6
Where: 400 West Broadway b/n Spring St & Broome St

Who: Alternative Apparel Friends and Family Sale
What: 40% Off Clothing for men, women and children, including organic & eco-friendly options
When: Now through June 14, 2009.
Where: Online, just enter promo code CEF591 at checkout

Also still not over: DVF and Earnest Sewn. I've read reports that DVF has been further reduced but will check out for myself later today!