LoGE is moving to Instagram (thegeneraleconomy)

1. Fast fashion posts will be deleted immediately at the discretion of the editors (Erica and Carissa (cupcakewalker)
Examples include pieces from H&M, Forever 21, Gap, Old Navy, Express, American Apparel (this is not an exhaustive list).

2. Pricing guidelines: Don't ask for more than you paid. If it's a current season item, I usually offer at least a 30% discount. Any posts that seem profit-motivated will be deleted. If it's obviously worn or more than 1 year old, I offer at least 50-60% discount of the paid price (not the original price).

3. I will only list 3 items per seller at a time

4. If you don't leave your contact info in the comments, you will not be eligible.

5. Only serious buyers, please! The buyer has 1 business day to pay or make arrangements.

6. If you have participated in LoGE in the past and would like to help me post items, please email me to make arrangements using a shared gmail account.


Friday, February 3, 2012

IVANAhelsinki High Waist Diamond Skirt (reduced)





Beautiful high-waisted IVANAhelsinki diamond skirt! Perfect for adding some color and flare to your life. Features teared skirting, attached belt for styling, invisible back zip, and Paola Suhonen's famous diamond print. Belt can be tied in front or back, and is long enough to wrap completely around the waist a couple of times. I have worn this skirt only twice--once in the fall and once in the summer, so it is quite versatile. After staring at it in my closet for some time now, I've decided that it needs to go to someone who will wear it. Made of a heavy organic cotton and produced ethically in Finland.

Size 36
Suitable for S/M
Waist: 28"
Hips: 38" with elastic stretch in every layer
Length: 24.5"
Belt: 51"

Purchased for $160 from Beklina
Asking $75 (was $80) with US shipping included. Paypal only.
**Will consider offers**

Please leave your e-mail address in the comments section only if you are truly interested.

Listing ends February 10, 2012.

{SOLD} J. Crew tailored merino dress, sz. 0 (reduced/relist)





*posted on behalf of Erin*


A perfectly tailored merino wool dress in heather grey. Sleeveless,
fitted bodice, back zip, back vent and fully lined. I thought it would
fit when I bought it on sale but I'm no longer the same size
post-pregnancy, so I've never worn it.

JCrew Measurements for Size 0: Bust: 32.5"/Natural waist: 25"/Hip: 35"

Condition: excellent
Paid: can't remember
Asking: $35 (was $50)
Shipping: $8 shipping from Canada

Listing ends one week from date posted

Steven Alan Top, Size S


Posted on behalf of Mina.
 
Steven Alan top
In excellent condition -- only worn once. size S
100% silk
It's yours for $45 (includes shipping).
The listing ends on February 10.
If you have any questions please email me at marumina (at) yahoo (dot) com.
Thank you.

Built by Wendy Top, Size XS


Posted on behalf of Mina.

Built by Wendy top
In very very good condition Size XS
100% cotton
It's yours for $23 (includes shipping).
The listing ends on February 10.
If you have any questions please email me at marumina (at) yahoo (dot) com.
Thank you.

Virginia Johnson Top, Size S


Posted on behalf of Mina.
Virginia Johnson top
In excellent condition. Size S. 
100% cotton
It's yours for $23 (includes shipping).
The listing ends on February 10.
If you have any questions please email me at marumina (at) yahoo (dot) com.
Thank you.

Swedish Hasbeens High Heeled Jodhpur Ankle Boot, Size 39


Posted on behalf of Sarah.

Swedish Hasbeens High Heeled Jodhpur Ankle Boot in Military (a light sage/olive color)

Size: 39 (I am a 9 and they are a bit too small)

Condition: Worn about a dozen times and have normal wear.  I have tried to include pictures of the most significant spots.  While they are not perfect, they are freshly cleaned/weather treated and have TONS of life left in them.

Asking: $150 including shipping (paid $290ish)

Listing Ends: January 10

Contact hellosarge at gmail if you have questions or would like more pictures.

Isabel Marant Etoile Tracy Pullover Sweater



 Posting on Behalf of Whisperedlenore

Item: Isabel Marant Etoile Tracy Pullover Sweater
Color: Lavender Grey (flecklike) Color is more like the Metier photograph--my poor iphone capturing skills coupled by crap lighting does not accurately depict the sweater's subtlety in hue and beautiful texture
Material: 50% polymide / 50% silk
Size: 1 ( generous fit)
Description: Lavender grey silk blend sweater with detail side slit at left hip.
Condition: Excellent, no pills--worn twice 


Paid: Full price $345
Asking: $98 + Shipping
Listing ends: February 10

Reason for Split: I call my check-out at the shop with the sweater a moment of cognitive dissonance. It is A) one size too big, B) a hefty price tag. Although even knowing I should abstain I thought it would become cozy basic/ I would grow into it, and dreams of cherishing and wearing  until it has fallen pieces. Clearly, this did not happen. Worn twice, but simply cannot reconcile with the fit.

Isabel Marant Etoile Andy Dress



Posting on Behalf of Whisperedlenore

Item: Isabel Marant Etoile Andy Dress from Spring 2011

Color: Black (image from metier is the wine color)
Material: 100% Cotton
Size: 0 ( generous fit, fits sizes 0-4)
Description: Black gauzy cotton dress with hip pockets.
Condition: Excellent condition. Worn a handful of item. There were once ties at the sleeves, but for ease in dressing and personal taste, I snipped them off because I found they were distracting against the intricate embroidery at the center of the dress. The price reflects this alteration. 
Will come freshly laundered from the Cleaners!

Paid: Regular $455/ Paid: $289 on sale at Steven Alan 
Asking: $90
Listing ends: February 10

Reason for Split: Ugh, I love this dress and hate to let it go. The delicate and subtle embroidery made me fall in love with it and light gauze handfeel makes it feel like a dream on. It is unfortunate that the waist line just simply does not look good on my frame. Coming to terms with that and away it goes!

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

[SOLD] handmade linen dress by designer Anna Allen

Posting for Valerie




What: Really cute handmade linen dress by designer Anna Allen. Perfect for summer. An indigo blue color—100% linen. Size small, two drawstrings in the back to adjust size. Very high quality.

Condition: Bought in august, just worn a few times. Now just a bit crinkled because my iron recently went out of order...

Length: 80 cm/ 31,5 inch

Paid: $160
Asking: $110 + shipping from germany (works without problems) $20

Listing ends one week from posting. PLEASE put your emails in the comment to be considered. If you have any questions, email me at valerie.soph@googlemail.com . Thank you so much!

Sanctuary Peter Pan Collar Floral Shirt


Item: Sanctuary floral shirt
Color/material: yellow floral, 100% cotton
Size: 2 (XS)
Condition: excellent
Retail: I believe around $98 or $128 from Anthropologie
Asking: $18, which includes shipping to anywhere in the USA
Listing ends: Wednesday, February 8th 
**I'm back at home for holiday and am wholly overwhelmed by the amount of clothing I have that I don't wear. Thus, I'm trying to find new homes for items that never see the sun.**
Wonderful little shirt made by Sanctuary that I purchased from Anthropologie almost 6 or 7 years ago. It has a large peter pan collar with piping, buttons in the front (it's a pullover), curved hem, and slightly ruched short sleeves. The fabric and print is wonderful, and it was made in the USA! After all these years it is still in excellent condition.

[SOLD} Classic French LBD






Item: Vertigo Paris little black dress
Color/material: 100% black wool, fully lined
Size: 36FR, best fit for an XS or 0-2
Condition: excellent, like new
Asking: $30, which includes shipping to anywhere in the USA
Listing ends: Wednesday, February 8th 
**I'm back at home for holiday and am wholly overwhelmed by the amount of clothing I have that I don't wear. Thus, I'm trying to find new homes for items that never see the sun.**
The perfect little black dress in 100% wool and made in France(!). Classic sheath shape with back zip and flattering seaming in the front. The dress would be perfect for someone who wears a 0-2 AND is also rather flat-chested. That's the only part that makes this dress a little less than perfect to wear for me. 

{SOLD] Dries Van Noten Ombre Ankle Boots



Item: Dries Van Noten ankle boots
Color/material: black leather upper, ombre stacked wooden heel
Size: 37.5, best for a size 7
Condition: excellent, see info below
Retail: $615
Asking: $175, which includes shipping to anywhere in the USA
Listing ends: Wednesday, February 8th 
**I'm back at home for holiday and am wholly overwhelmed by the amount of clothing I have that I don't wear. Thus, I'm trying to find new homes for items that never see the sun.**
These are from the Fall 2006 collection, which was full of black and gold leather shoes with curved stacked wooden ombre heels. I love love love Dries Van Noten and have worn these shoes with love even though they are a full size too big for me. The leather uppers are in great shape, and the heels have just a few nicks. The soles show some wear but you could certainly take them to the cobbler and add a rubber outersole to extend the life of these. I will gladly polish up the leather with cleaner and conditioning cream before I ship them if you want! They're reminiscent of Rachel Comey Mars boots except, you know, Dries Van Noten :P

BR Cotton non Iron Shirt



100% high quality cotton non-iron shirt.
Beautifully tailored with body elongating Lavender Stripes.
The shirt cotton fabric is very thick and substantial. Not see through.
Will go great with dark denim with sleeves rolled up.

Never worn. Tags attached.

The wrinkles are from storage and will be ironed out before mailing.
Paid 40 on sale.

Size 4P. It is definitely not petite. Length is more like a regular top.

retails 59.50 $

Asing 12$ + shipping

RELIST: Paul Smith eyeglasses: "Barbet"


This listing is for a pair of new and unworn eyeglass frames by London designer Paul Smith, model "Barbet" in charcoal/pewter and black. The front is metallic, the sides plastic. They are best suited for a smaller face. I've switched to contacts, so no longer need this pair. They are quietly stunning, at once feminine and cool; the matte tone keeps the frame from being boring or severe, and the color goes well with anything. Google it - it's really a great pair!

Primary Colors: Dark Metal, Black
Color Code: MRN/BH (Moreno/Black Horn)
Material: Metal Front, Plastic Temples
Size: 52 -17-142
Style: Barbet
Asking price: $110, includes shipping (retails for over $300)
Other details: Made in Japan, I do not have the case.

For additional photo and info, see:
http://paulsmithspectacles.com/catalog/product/view/id/565/category/61/

Listing end date: Feb 8; please include your email address to be included in random drawing. Thank you!

Native Shoes 'Jimmy' Rain Boot, Size 7





posted on behalf of Kay

(First photo from Native Shoes site)

I literally just got these in the mail today, but am sadly letting this go since I just scored another pair of rainboots for super cheap and I don't need two pairs of rainboots. These are awesome, awesome rain boots from Native Shoes in the 'Jimmy' style - this is also the same style that Native Shoes collaborated with Marc Jacobs on awhile back. It features fleece lining on the interior, is in the beaver brown/navy color combination, rope laces and tear and wind resistant nylon. Super cute, super comfortable, and I'd totally keep them if I didn't already have another pair of boots. They currently still retail for $89.99 online.

Condition: New, literally just got these in the mail today.
Paid: $105 including shipping
Asking: $95 including US shipping
Listing end date: February 7, 2012

Please leave your email in the comments to win. Thanks!