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JOHN VARVATOS
what: sample sale - men's sportswear, footwear, outerwear, tailored clothing & accessories up to 75% off retail
when: 8/24/04-8/26/04, Tue 12n-8pm, Wed-Thu 9am-7:30pm
where: 260 5th Ave (28th St), Manhattan
DIANE VON FURSTENBERG MATERNITY
what: sample sale - maternity tops & dresses up to 60% off retail
when: 8/18/04-8/20/04, 11am-7pm
where: 385 W 12th St (Washington St), Manhattan (646) 486-4800
source: DailyCandy
SSS Sample Sale
261 W. 36th [7th/8th] website. Summer blowout sale on now. Look for Cynthia Rowley, Tocca, Miss Sixty, Alice + Olivia, Lu Lu Guinness, and more at up to 95% off retail.
what: sample sale - men's sportswear, footwear, outerwear, tailored clothing & accessories up to 75% off retail
when: 8/24/04-8/26/04, Tue 12n-8pm, Wed-Thu 9am-7:30pm
where: 260 5th Ave (28th St), Manhattan
DIANE VON FURSTENBERG MATERNITY
what: sample sale - maternity tops & dresses up to 60% off retail
when: 8/18/04-8/20/04, 11am-7pm
where: 385 W 12th St (Washington St), Manhattan (646) 486-4800
source: DailyCandy
SSS Sample Sale
261 W. 36th [7th/8th] website. Summer blowout sale on now. Look for Cynthia Rowley, Tocca, Miss Sixty, Alice + Olivia, Lu Lu Guinness, and more at up to 95% off retail.
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Some La sales as well...
BargainsLa
I also know from seaching online that there is a private Manolo Blahnik sample sale at the Warwick Hotel every season. Its at 9-11am but most people don't know that it's open to the public after 11. I called the hotel and the next sale is in October so if you're interested, call back then to get the exact date. Too bad I won't be able to go to NYC then.... someone want to buy me some shoes??
BargainsLa
I also know from seaching online that there is a private Manolo Blahnik sample sale at the Warwick Hotel every season. Its at 9-11am but most people don't know that it's open to the public after 11. I called the hotel and the next sale is in October so if you're interested, call back then to get the exact date. Too bad I won't be able to go to NYC then.... someone want to buy me some shoes??
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Another LA Sale!
California Mart
800-CAL-MART
110 East Ninth Street
Los Angeles, California 90079
If you're lucky enough to live in the Los Angeles area, or are planning a visit, be sure to stop by this sample sale extravaganza on Friday, August 31st, where you'll be able to score designer duds for the entire family at wholesale prices and way below. A directory at the mart will lead you to your favorite designers and manufacturers. Cash only.
California Mart
800-CAL-MART
110 East Ninth Street
Los Angeles, California 90079
If you're lucky enough to live in the Los Angeles area, or are planning a visit, be sure to stop by this sample sale extravaganza on Friday, August 31st, where you'll be able to score designer duds for the entire family at wholesale prices and way below. A directory at the mart will lead you to your favorite designers and manufacturers. Cash only.
I checked out the Varvatos winter sample sale and wasn't too impressed. I think it was back in December. I had to stand in line for almost an hour and saw tons of men coming out with bags and figured I would find something, but came out empty handed. It was a complete madhouse, but I did go the first day, first hour. If anyone plans on attending, I'd line up around 10:30 to get inside at 12. The die hards take all the good stuff. 
I like some of his outerwear but the selection was limited and the pricepoints were a bit too high for my tastes.
I'll probably check it out and post up a review.
I like some of his outerwear but the selection was limited and the pricepoints were a bit too high for my tastes. I'll probably check it out and post up a review.
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Have any of you been to one of the sample sale "stores" like SSS (ClothingLine) or S&M? I was wondering if you needed appointments and what kind of things they usually had there. Also, are they open to the public?
I've been to the Clothing Line sales.
Yes, these sales are open to the public, no appt neeed. Most sample sales don't require an appt, I think that Prada does simply because the crowds would be so huge otherwise, just on their name alone. I could be wrong though.
As for what they have, it depends on the sale.
I've gone to the Theory sample sale there. They have a lot of sample sales, every week and then a blowout sale at the end of the season.
I seem to recall Nanette Lepore, Tocca, Diesel, Joie, Nike and several others having sales there.
Check out their website for a calendar and sign up for their emails and they will inform you of upcoming sales.
Yes, these sales are open to the public, no appt neeed. Most sample sales don't require an appt, I think that Prada does simply because the crowds would be so huge otherwise, just on their name alone. I could be wrong though.
As for what they have, it depends on the sale.
I've gone to the Theory sample sale there. They have a lot of sample sales, every week and then a blowout sale at the end of the season.
I seem to recall Nanette Lepore, Tocca, Diesel, Joie, Nike and several others having sales there.
Check out their website for a calendar and sign up for their emails and they will inform you of upcoming sales.
Checked out the Varvatos sample today.
Pretty crowded, but a bust.
They were charging $300 for flimsy rain jackets, which originally retailed for $595. I remember seeing the same ones on sale at Saks for less than that during Act 2 and Finale. The leather pants were #399 and the leather/suede jackets were $599. As for shoes, I find his footwear to be ugly, and this sale didn't disappoint. The cheapest shoes were around $99.
Sweaters ranged from $69-$250. They also had some suits but I didn't really browse
A lot of people were buying and the line was quite long, but you can defintely do better pricewise when Saks, Bergs, Barneys, and Bloomies discounts his stuff.
Pretty crowded, but a bust.
They were charging $300 for flimsy rain jackets, which originally retailed for $595. I remember seeing the same ones on sale at Saks for less than that during Act 2 and Finale. The leather pants were #399 and the leather/suede jackets were $599. As for shoes, I find his footwear to be ugly, and this sale didn't disappoint. The cheapest shoes were around $99.
Sweaters ranged from $69-$250. They also had some suits but I didn't really browse
A lot of people were buying and the line was quite long, but you can defintely do better pricewise when Saks, Bergs, Barneys, and Bloomies discounts his stuff.
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Went to samples sales all over the city yesterday!
Buffalo-Hudson-Lacoste-Miss Sixty-Three Dots&More
Missed it on Saturday; they closed 30 minuted early!
Seven/Yanuk/Three Dots
Same location; very worthwhile! Bought a pair of Seven pink A-pockets for $100, a pair of Yanuks for $75. Saw the same pair of Yanuks at Barneys Co-op a few hours later going for $145!
Prada Sample Sale
Didn't buy a thing. Pretty much overpriced poo but there were some nice shoes at wholesale prices. Some yellow croc bags were left, still overpriced though.
Barney's Warehouse Sale
Didn't buy a thing but there was a very nce selection of shoes, Diane von Furstenberg wrap dresses, and a whole lot of nice Marc Jacobs dresses and skirts.
SSS/Clothingline Sample Sale
Ooh, what fun! Some current and past season Joie skirts and pants, lots of Milly dresses, some White+Warren tops, Buzz totes, Kooba leather bags for about $40, and some nice Cynthia Rowley and Betsey Johnson dresses. Bought a VERY cute candy print Cynthia Rowley babydoll dress for $65, Joie green cargos for $15, and a Free People sundress for $10. Saw a Joie plaid skirt for $15 and the same one at Barneys for over $200; nice!
Buffalo-Hudson-Lacoste-Miss Sixty-Three Dots&More
Missed it on Saturday; they closed 30 minuted early!
Seven/Yanuk/Three Dots
Same location; very worthwhile! Bought a pair of Seven pink A-pockets for $100, a pair of Yanuks for $75. Saw the same pair of Yanuks at Barneys Co-op a few hours later going for $145!
Prada Sample Sale
Didn't buy a thing. Pretty much overpriced poo but there were some nice shoes at wholesale prices. Some yellow croc bags were left, still overpriced though.
Barney's Warehouse Sale
Didn't buy a thing but there was a very nce selection of shoes, Diane von Furstenberg wrap dresses, and a whole lot of nice Marc Jacobs dresses and skirts.
SSS/Clothingline Sample Sale
Ooh, what fun! Some current and past season Joie skirts and pants, lots of Milly dresses, some White+Warren tops, Buzz totes, Kooba leather bags for about $40, and some nice Cynthia Rowley and Betsey Johnson dresses. Bought a VERY cute candy print Cynthia Rowley babydoll dress for $65, Joie green cargos for $15, and a Free People sundress for $10. Saw a Joie plaid skirt for $15 and the same one at Barneys for over $200; nice!
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hmm...i wonder how much for a dress that's been buried in his backyard...
Here's a few more sample sales courtesy of DailyCandy. I heard the line for the Hermes sample sale was very long today. I'd imagine the Temperley sale will attract a big crowd as well.
What: Intermix Warehouse Sale
When: 8/25-8/28; Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues (212-243-3177).
Why: Ella Moss camis, were $98, now $29; Miguelina silk tops, were $235, now $69; Theory pants, were $220, now $59; Kors cork heels, were $180, now $69; Catherine Malandrino dresses, were $425, now $89.
What: Hermès
When: 8/26-8/28; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Alliance Française, 55 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues, Tinker Auditorium (212-759-7585).
Why: Because the finer things in life are rarely on sale.
What: Pratesi
When: Through 8/31; Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 829 Madison Avenue, at 69th Street (212-288-2315).
Why: Sweet dreams! The friggin' best ever linens are up to 50 percent off retail.
What: Temperley
When: Through 8/31; Mon-Wed. & Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m.
Where: 453 Broome Street, between Mercer and Greene Streets, second floor (212-219-2929).
Why: The sale's already begun, so get there lickety-split. Silk wrap tops, were $617, now $494; ruffle miniskirts, were $550, now $330; dresses, were $607, now $425.
What: Multidesigner Sample Sale
When: 8/24-8/25; Tues. & Wed. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 233 Fifth Avenue, at 27th Street, suite 4B.
Why: Oh, the pickings! Seven jeans, were $150, now $65; Gucci blazers, were $1,700, now $80; Miu Miu boots, were $485, now $65; Chloe tanks, were $500, now $75; Stella McCartney pants, were $500, now $65; Project Alabama tops, were $400, now $65.
What: La Petite Coquette
When: Through 8/31; Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m.
Where: 51 University Place, between 9th and 10th Streets (212-473-2478).
Why: Lovely underthings from La Perla, Lise Charmel, On Gossamer, Guia, Swan, Princess Tam Tam, and Huit are 30 to 70 percent off.
What: Intermix Warehouse Sale
When: 8/25-8/28; Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues (212-243-3177).
Why: Ella Moss camis, were $98, now $29; Miguelina silk tops, were $235, now $69; Theory pants, were $220, now $59; Kors cork heels, were $180, now $69; Catherine Malandrino dresses, were $425, now $89.
What: Hermès
When: 8/26-8/28; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Alliance Française, 55 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues, Tinker Auditorium (212-759-7585).
Why: Because the finer things in life are rarely on sale.
What: Pratesi
When: Through 8/31; Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 829 Madison Avenue, at 69th Street (212-288-2315).
Why: Sweet dreams! The friggin' best ever linens are up to 50 percent off retail.
What: Temperley
When: Through 8/31; Mon-Wed. & Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m.
Where: 453 Broome Street, between Mercer and Greene Streets, second floor (212-219-2929).
Why: The sale's already begun, so get there lickety-split. Silk wrap tops, were $617, now $494; ruffle miniskirts, were $550, now $330; dresses, were $607, now $425.
What: Multidesigner Sample Sale
When: 8/24-8/25; Tues. & Wed. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 233 Fifth Avenue, at 27th Street, suite 4B.
Why: Oh, the pickings! Seven jeans, were $150, now $65; Gucci blazers, were $1,700, now $80; Miu Miu boots, were $485, now $65; Chloe tanks, were $500, now $75; Stella McCartney pants, were $500, now $65; Project Alabama tops, were $400, now $65.
What: La Petite Coquette
When: Through 8/31; Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m.
Where: 51 University Place, between 9th and 10th Streets (212-473-2478).
Why: Lovely underthings from La Perla, Lise Charmel, On Gossamer, Guia, Swan, Princess Tam Tam, and Huit are 30 to 70 percent off.
DWS here in London is pretty good in terms of sample sales.
I've attached the flier below.
I haven't been for a few seasons due to work commitments, but seeing as though I'm inbetween contracts at the moment (gotta love the TV industry and empty periods of work) I get to go
I've managed to get some nice stuff previously and they do seem to restock throughout so you don't need to worry about turning up late and being left with the crap.
If anyone knows of anymore sample sales in London, I'd love to know... the ones across the Atlantic are just making me plain jealous
I've attached the flier below.
I haven't been for a few seasons due to work commitments, but seeing as though I'm inbetween contracts at the moment (gotta love the TV industry and empty periods of work) I get to go
I've managed to get some nice stuff previously and they do seem to restock throughout so you don't need to worry about turning up late and being left with the crap.
If anyone knows of anymore sample sales in London, I'd love to know... the ones across the Atlantic are just making me plain jealous
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Doesn't make me mad that the blazers are reduced to $80! Its not like it's a bunch of poor homeless guys are spending $1,700 on an f-ing blazer and got ripped off a great deal. I see it as if you don't wait for the bargain, you don't get the sale. Besides, they must be some pretty ugly jackets for 80 bucks.
