Maryam Nassir Zadeh

This sale season has been particularly good, hasn't it? (A little too good.) I'm sure you've spent as many hours as I have on J.Crew, Madewell and Net-a-Porter deciding between a Band of Outsiders blazer and Leah's perfect pajama dress. I chose the dress, because the Band-heavy Net-a-Porter sale just closed. Gah. And J.Crew says that the "extra 30% off sale items ends today." Argh. Yet there's still fantastic news: tons of other sales are happening, and they're really good. Here are eight great ones I've been shopping. Because, you know, it's my job....

Sandy wreaked total havoc on a lot of our favorite downtown boutiques. We got in touch with many of them to see how they're faring in the huricane's aftermath. Here's what they've done to help themselves and others in the community get back on their feet--find out how you can help bring downtown NYC back!

Helmut Lang Deal: Up to 70% off womenswear When/Where: Friday, December 10 through Sunday, December 12. Fri 8am—8pm, Sat—Sun 10am—6pm. 139 Fifth Ave between 20th and 21st Sts, second floor (212-398-2777) Made Her Think Deal: Discounts on jewelry, including "Blade" rings for $50 (were $137) and spike rhinestone bracelets for $200 (were $250) When/Where: Friday, December 10 through Saturday, December 11. Fri noon—8pm, Sat 11am—5pm. 195 Chrystie St between Stanton and Rivington Sts (212-228-2144) Maryam Nassir Zadeh Deal: 40% to 50% off lines like Creatures of Comfort, Lindsey Thornberg, and Dieppa Restrepo, plus select vintage pieces When/Where: Friday, December 10 through Sunday, December 12. Fri noon—7pm, Sat 11am—6pm, Sun noon—5pm. 273 Grand St between Forsyth and Eldridge Sts, #5W (no phone)