Elie Thari was one of the first designers to open a boutique on Madison Avenue way back in 1974. The New York flagship store is now located in Soho and the clothes are modern, upscale and office-friendly. Their sample sale starts today and the bargains look fab; - handbags are $79 to $249 (originally $498 to $995), shoes are $69 to $79 (originally $228 to $525), and dresses are $79 to $129 (originally $398 to $898). The sale ends April 4th.