October 9, 2008

Skagen: The Great Dane

Denmark—it's the happiest place in the world (according to the Global Peace Index), with the highest levels of income equality, a progressive film scene (Lars Von Trier is Danish) and some of Europe's most cutting-edge design. Skagen Denmark, makers of sleek, fairly-priced lifestyle accessories, embodies the Danish spirit of happy excellence. As such I'm delighted to announce that Skagen Designs is opening its NYC showroom to the public for the first time ever, for a sample sale on October 23 from 8:30 a.m.to 7 p.m. Many of the brand's iconic titanium, stainless steel and leather watches, stylish plastic and metal sunglasses, sleek leather carry-alls and elegant stainless steel jewelry will be deeply discounted. We're told there will also be a selection of little-seen Skagen cashmere sweaters for only $90. A portion of the event's proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer organization in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
All Skagen products are inspired by the Danish village of Skagen, a picturesque artists colony sitting on the tip of the Jutland peninsula. It was Denmark's equivalent of Provincetown in the 1800s, attracting scores of bohemians, artists and writers thanks to the unearthly quality of its light.
The sale takes place for one day only, October 23 from 8:30 a.m.to 7 p.m. at the Skagen Designs showroom, located at 339 5th Avenue, 5th floor (between 33rd and 34th streets).
www.skagen.com

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