thursday 07.12.07

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We know the beaches are calling on these sweltering summer days, but sometimes there's nothing more refreshing than a great bargain. Some of the city's coolest brands are offering fantastic sales on his&hers fashion and home goods, all catering to men and women. We've categorized our favorite picks so you can both find what's hot without breaking a sweat.

FASHION:
Sexy Rocker
Diesel [thru 07/24]: You've been waiting for those jeans to go on sale... wait no more. Discounts of 20% to 50%. (770 Lexington Avenue; 212-308-0055; m-sat 10-8, sun 12-6 / 135 Spring Street; 212-625-1555; m-sat 11-8, sun 12-7 / 1 Union Square W; 646-336-8552; m-sat 11-9, sun 11-8)

Simple Chic
A.P.C. [thru 07/17]: 30% to 50% off timeless contemporary pieces with basic bold colors. (131 Mercer Street; 212-966-9685; m-sat 11-7, sun 12-6)

Sassy City
Armani Exchange [thru 07/15]: Select men's and women's styles discounted up to 70%. (10 Columbus Circle; 212-823-9321; m-sat 10-9, sun 11-7 / 568 Broadway; 212-431-6000; m-sun 10-9 / 645 Fifth Avenue; 212-980-3037; m-sat 10-8, sun 10-7 / 129 Fifth Avenue; 212-254-7230; m-sat 10-9, sun 11-8)

Big Drop [thru 08/15]: Deeply reduced items in a unique assortment of clothing by contemporary designers. (1321 Third Avenue; 212-988.3344; m-sat 11-8, sun 12-7 / 174 Spring Street; 212-966.4299; m-sat 11-8, sun 12-8 / 425 West Broadway; 212-226.9292; m-sat 11-8, sun 12-8)

Techno-Driven
Issey Miyake [thru 07/31]: 40% off select men's and women's contemporary clothing that combines technology, functionality, and beauty. (119 Hudson Street; 212-226-0100; call store for hours / 802 Madison Avenue 212-439-7822; call store for hours)

Schoolboy Charm
Paul Smith [thru 07/23]: Tailored British styling with a sly twist of colors, fabrics, and patterns on sale from 30% off. (108 Fifth Avenue; 212-627-9770; call store for hours / 142 Greene Street; 646-613-3060; call store for hours)

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HOME:
Mod Squad
Dune [thru 07/21]: Up to 60% off select items from their contemporary furniture collection. (88 Franklin Street; 212-925-6171; m-th 11-7; f 11-5; sat 11-6)

Bustling Bazaar
ABC Carpet & Home [thru 07/22]: The vast collection of bedding, antiques, and lighting is marked down 15% to 75%. (881-888 Broadway; 212-473-3000; call store for hours)

Carried Away
Bric's [thru 07/30]: With 30% to 50% off selected items, these beautiful suitcases and briefcases are a steal! (535 Madison Avenue; 212-688-4490; call store for hours)