Above the Fray

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Sounds like the Calypso sale, which had a theoretically private opening at 260 Fifth today, is off to a weak start. Writes a disgruntled reader: "So they opened the doors a half hour late and are only allowing 15 people at a time as they are allegedly maintaining room for more arrivals. Fail." [Dealfeed; Racked Inbox]