The beautiful rugs at Cadrys are on sale but twice a year so if you’ve been wanting to invest in something a bit special but not quite had the spare cash, I’d recommend you have a look, and soon. Whatever your taste, there’s something for you in either their classic or contemporary showrooms. Here are a few of my picks, starting with the stunning and on trend Ferrara Radi Rocked by Jan Kath.
In the lead up to Prêt-à-Portière’s launch on 14 May, the start-up business is holding a generous pre-launch sale with a massive 70% off all online product including gift certificates and cushions.
It will debut a new collection of exquisite handcrafted ready-to-hang drapery at DesignEx Sydney 2012. It claims to be introducing ready-to-hang drapery that has never before looked as custom and high-end. And let’s face it, ready-made curtains don’t have the best rep!
Founder and creative director Alice Orozco, says: “Until now, most ready-made curtains available on the market have been completely unacceptable for most medium to high-end homes in Australia. Our ready-to-hang draperies are not like your typical ready-mades, they are exquisite, lined and interlined, and add a touch of elegance and panache to an interior.”
Alice says: “If custom just isn’t an option and you don’t want chintzy drapes from the big retailers, then buy quality hand-crafted ready-to-hang drapes from Prêt-à-Portière in exclusive silks, taffetas, cottons, linens and hand-printed patterns.”
The massive 70% off pre-launch sale will not be repeated so get in quick before 10 May and use code PRE70 on checkout. If you are unsure what to buy, then buy gift certificates at a fraction of the cost and decide later!
It’s the stuff of a wannabe stylist’s dreams! This Saturday 5 May, Sibella Court is one of hundreds of people holding a garage sale as part of the Garage Sale Trail initiative, of which she’s an ambassador. Just imagine the treasures you could pick up in the name of sustainability and recycling!
“As you can imagine, from a 20-year career as a stylist and globetrotter I have quite the collection of oddities and curiosities,” she says. “Each and every piece was painstakingly wrapped and shipped when I moved my studio and storage from New York to Sydney. The time has finally come to say farewell to many of my objets, props, fabric by-the-yard, plates, cutlery, clothing, shoes, doors, souvenirs and bits n’ bobs. We are clearing out the cupboards and attic, or rather making room for new collections.”
Sibella and her assistants Hannah and Leah will be running the sale outside her shop The Society Inc. in Sydney’s Paddington. “We’ll be on hand to tell you what’s what and explain how the blue striped turban made it from the cameleer’s head to The Society Inc. and other wonderful objet histories. Come and discover a 3D timeline of my travels and life and take a piece home with you!”
Now who can say no to that?!
9am to 5pm | The Society Inc. | 18 Stewart Street | Paddington | NSW 2021
Find out about garage sales all over Australia this Saturday at the Garage Sale Trail website.
Not that I’m suggesting any of my conscientious readers slack off at work on a Friday afternoon, but here is a little retail therapy for you in the homewares department!
First, Georg Jensen is having a three-day online sale. I’m seriously tempted by this award-winning Quack water jug at $69.95. It also comes in black.
Then check out the Kronbali sale at Dalani where you can pick up a juju feather hat on sale for as little as $120. But move quickly as some colours are already sold out.
Then there’s 20% off everything by Xavier & Me at Gallop Lifestyle but it ends at midnight TONIGHT. This indigo limited edition cushion is my pick.
And as a heads up, there’s a Pony Rider (one of my fave homewares brands) sale starting at Temple & Webster on Monday.
Don’t say I never give you anything and don’t accuse me of being a bad influence, I am simply helping you SAVE money! Jen x
Better get this one in your diary for next weekend, Sydneysiders!
Sofas, dining tables, armchairs, ottomans, side tables and more in this massive furniture clearance in store. Starts this Saturday.
Orson & Blake | 483 Riley Street, Surry Hills | NSW
Cosh Living are offering a 30% trade discount on everything currently in stock until 30 April. There’s also up to 50% off selected floor stock and discontinued lines. Although summer’s over, it could be a good time to stock up on some bargain outdoor furniture for next year.
On all their Australian made upholstery, until 31 March. Find out more here.
The divine Pure and General store in Potts Point launched a sale today and it’s on until 18 March. Make sure you pop in, especially if you’ve never visited before. You’re in for a treat!
Below are just a few of the items which have been marked down.
And there’s 20% off ALL John Robshaw cushions
Pure and General | 114 Brougham Street | Potts Point NSW 2011 | 02 9360 6060
From Wednesday 15 February until the end of the month in the Sydney and Melbourne showrooms. Tsar rugs are STUNNING so this is a great opportunity to pick up a great bargain which will transform your room.
Yesterday we talked about the three new Australian homewares sales sites offering you massive discounts on great brands. First up we spoke to Temple & Webster and today we share our interview with Dalani. Tomorrow you can read all about the third option, Home Culture.
What’s the story behind you setting up this business in Australia?
Dalani was founded by Delia Fischer, former editor of Germany’s Elle Decoration – the world’s best-selling interiors magazine. Delia’s objective was to create a sophisticated, inspirational shopping environment with a carefully curated selection of products. The result was Dalani, which has evolved into a portal to inspirational shopping across many continents. Dalani Australia is bringing this concept of enjoyable event shopping to the Australian market, with a website and magazine completely tailored to the Australian homemaker’s unique tastes. Our mission here is to make decorating a joyful experience.
How would you sum up your site and its offering?
Dalani offers a members-only shopping club and inspirational home and living magazine. We offer high-end homewares at 35-70% off. We sell everything from established, premium labels, to up-and-coming boutique brands. There is no limit to the diversity of products we offer – the only prerequisites are style, quality and taste. We offer everything from linen and tableware, to furniture, gourmet foods and designer baby shoes. Our online magazine provides inspiration and guidance on design and decoration. It has all the benefits of a print magazine and more, with interactive content, interviews and behind-the-scenes exclusives.
There are now three similar players in the market. Why are you the best/different?
In comparison to our competitors, we have a far greater volume of sales and products to choose from, we have an experienced team with a proven track record, we have staff dedicated to excellent customer service, and we have a beautiful, free online magazine for our members.
One major point of difference is that we were the first to open shop on Australian shores. Our first day live was Oct 24, with many months of planning and preparation beforehand. Dalani has been tried and tested overseas, and proven to be vastly popular with consumers – we are a professional operation meaning there are no hiccups for consumers.
As we are backed by a large, innovative company, we have strong buying power. Unlike other websites, we have many different sales running concurrently. While today (9 December 2011) Temple & Webster currently has four sales live and Home Culture three, we have 12 (a number set to grow). This means a wider range of options for consumers. With a constant flow of varied sales, our members can rely on us as their premium home and lifestyle resource.
Our magazine is unique. While other platforms offer blogs and forums, what we’re doing takes it to the next level; bringing the shopping environment together with an inspiring, quality publication. It’s not just an online store. We have an experienced editorial team, and a high-profile creative director. While the other platforms upload one or two posts per week, we have a minimum of five. We offer expert advice, book reviews, designer tips and exclusive features for our readers. We have a steady flow of expert contributors on board with Dalani, from designers, to authors, stylists and celebrity chefs. We are delivering high quality, creative content.
We also offer customers fantastic after-sales service, including beautiful packaging and easy returns. For Dalani, it’s about making shopping easy, fun and inspiring, saving consumers time, energy and money.
Do you think there is space in the market for three websites like this?
Absolutely. The fact that three new sites have launched just reinforces the fact that there was a hole in the Australian market. Dalani’s success overseas proves that event shopping is the way of the future, and Australia is latching on fast. While online shopping has become the norm for fashion and electronics, the format of a shopping club is brand new to the lifestyle arena. It’s the next logical step in retail, as we move away from the traditional experience of shopping, towards something more diverse, practical and convenient.
Besides, there’s no harm in healthy competition. Each website will evolve differently.
Do you think this is something the Australian consumer has been waiting for?
It is! Australian consumers have grown tired of trawling through hundreds, and often thousands of products, on traditional shopping websites. While sites like Asos have been a revolution for retail, the ‘shopping club’ takes the work out of shopping. Dalani is clean, simple and easy to navigate, with products that have been specially curated for our target market. With print media trending down and magazine readerships dwindling, the online magazine is welcome news to consumers. By pairing the two platforms together we are working in synergy with the Australian consumer’s changing needs.
What are your plans for the site in the next 6 months?
In six months’ time we will have more market-leading brands on board. Our magazine will be a well established style guide for consumers. We will have regular exclusives with unique designers, chefs, and other dominant personalities from the lifestyle world. We are also looking to increase member interactivity and make the whole experience a lot of fun for Dalani members.
Don’t you love this time of year? End of line stock and one-off samples at bargain prices will be for sale at the Have You Met Miss Jones? warehouse sale this Friday and Saturday (9 and 10 December 2011). Awesome opportunity to buy some Christmas presents if, like me, you haven’t even started on that yet!
Factory 9, 80 O’Riordan Street, Alexandria, NSW.
