Faryl Robin Sample Sale: Resistance Is Futile

I tried not to go. I really did. I said to myself, "You don't need new shoes." But, truth is, I probably do! It's a new season (summer in NYC, apparently), and many of my old sandals have seen better days. And so: shoe sample sale! I got two uber-practical pairs of sandals which seem comfortable, have heels of moderate height and above-average cuteness, and rang up at $49 each. Why the hell not?


Faryl Robin "Dakota," $199 retail. This is going to be a staple of my wardrobe. Is it possible I don't have a pair of decent black wedges?? Well, I do now.



Faryl Robin "Elise," $199. The ones I got were uniformly taupe, although they did have this pair, with the peach and citron straps. I thought taupe would go with more stuff. Love that heel!

They also had most of the other spring styles available, most of them for $49 but a few for more. Lucky 7s can peruse the boot section as well. This is one instance in which being average pays off: The sale is ONLY for sizes 7, 8, and 9. It runs through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 200 Park Ave. South, Suite 1610. NEW YORK CITY BABY!

Lucky Eights

Rarely in the fashion world does being a size 8 guarantee you a score at a sample sale. Thanks to funky shoemakers Faryl Robin, if that's you, your number just came up. A shoe sale exclusively for size 8s! Which happens to be both Bingers' shoe sizes...bingo! I'll report back later, but for now, the deal:

Lovely People's Lovely Shoes

After snapping up two pairs of shoes at Shoes for Lovely People's one-day sample sale yesterday, it's safe to say I don't need to buy any more summer shoes. The sale was weird, taking place largely in a hallway and smelling, oddly, of b.o. (nasty!). Or was it f.o.? On the plus side, there was cake. And broccoli. Eclectic! The sale started at 5:30 and was well underway by the time I strolled in a few minutes past 6. There wasn't a ton of merchandise, but I nevertheless managed to snag the following cute sandals:


Lovely People Mariane wedge in black, $40 at sale; $99.99 at Sears right now. I love the mix of patent leather and suede, and the contrast of the patent with the rope wedge. Four inches, and comfy, too!


I wasn't totally in love with these Fiona sandals, $40 at sale; $50 at Endless, in a bunch of colors. But one can never have enough summer sandals, especially ones with slight heels, and I love red shoes, and so: purchased. Yay!

Hayden-Harnett: Surprise Sample Sale!

I left the last Hayden-Harnett sample sale empty-handed, but they made up for it with this sale. They announced it on Tuesday afternoon on Facebook, but sadly I wasn't able to get down to the Nolita store until last night after work. It was obvious from the largely empty racks and the disaster-zone dressing room that they'd had quite a crowd during the day. Amazingly enough, the sale featured actual samples from the fall 2010 line, meaning mostly small sizes. And yet...she shoots, she scores!


The salesgirl was sort of instrumental in convincing me to buy this cool bomber, the Cromwell jacket, in charcoal herringbone. It also comes in brown (below, far left):



Only $60, and guess what it retails for? $538! Jeebus. (Methinks H-H's price points are a wee bit high, but their sample-sale prices, in this case, were just right.) In any case, I win. Is it time for wool jackets yet?



I also got a cozy, cropped sweater vest (above right, worn open). Love that scoop neck! And the zipper! Needed no convincing. $60. No word on retail price, as it's not on the H-H site yet. After a long, annoying day, that's what you call retail therapy, folks.

Some other things from the fall collection that I'll be on the lookout for at the next sale:


Welles large hobo tote, $544, and I guess a Welles hobo/cross-body bag (as yet unavailable)—love that poppy color!



Pistol & Dagger scarf, $95, in many awesome fall colors.



Coats and jackets galore!

The sample sale is at the Nolita store in NYC, on Elizabeth between Houston and Prince, and runs through Sunday, from 12-8 each day. Everything is $20-$70. Long live Hayden-Harnett!

Watercolor Skirts

Jeez, these things are everywhere, huh? Check out the beaut I snagged today at the Twinkle by Wenlan sample sale. It made me feel like a lady, even though I was trying it on over my Old Navy jeans.



Twinkle by Wenlan Spin and Twirl Skirt in Yellow Art Class, $141 for you; $50 for me. I win!

Scanty's Holiday Trunk Show At Fred Segal Fun -- This Saturday, December 20th!

I have some raging, unbridled jealousy issues when it comes to you West Coasters who can just pop into Fred Segal Fun, but I'll put that aside for a sec to inform you that over-the-top-comfy PJ and loungewear label Scanty is holding a holiday trunk show this Saturday, December 20th at Fred Segal Fun in Santa Monica from 1 - 4pm.

Scanty's stuff hangs just right and is perfect for all seasons -- not oppressively hot but keeps you snugabugaboo and actually, somehow, magically manages to be a bit sexy and not "oh hai, look at all the fuzzy bunnies marching across my legs."

Go pick up something comfs for those last-min loves on your lists (or for ME!)

($53, Scanty)

Soundgirl Sample Sale!

Don't miss Soundgirl's NYC sample sale -- jeans from $10!

Thursday, December 18
1385 Broadway between 37th and 38th
Fifth Floor

Plus, OY! Such deals on Lovely People shoes, Soundasleep zzzz wear and more! BE THERE!

The Cast Holiday Sale: NYC

AKA: WHERE WOULD EDWARD CULLEN SHOP?
The Cast -- menswear for hot dudes who don't smile much (Robert Pattinson?*) -- is having a holiday sale este weekend.

WHERE: 119 Ludlow St., Lower Level NYC
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 13 & Sunday, Dec. 14
11- 8pm
WHAT: T-shirts, jeans, peacoats, hoodies, scarves, motorcycle jackets, maybe a jaw ashtray?

+ More on The Cast at Metromix.

"Wahhh."

Mini smile.

* While Robert Pattinson's presence is not implied, his hotness is.

NYC Furla Sample Sale: December 10 - 12

Bag up some luxe deals for you or your moms at the Furla sample sale.

WHEN: December 10 - December 12, 2008
10:00a - 6:30p

WHERE: 552 7th Avenue, 5th Floor
NY, NY 10018

Made Her Think Sample Sale!

G'mornin'!

Made Her Think's sample sale is still going on today - Sunday, Dec 6. Go check it out for amazing deals on their metallic jewelry.

195 Chyrstie Ste.
Ste 301
NYC 10002
12- 6pm

... And if you can't make it, no worries -- check out their fantastic sale online. Slashin' prices, people!

Super Awesome-Sounding Recessionista Holiday Sale ... In LA!

Just got this one from Blood Is The New Black, for you Left Coasters! Looks like one for the books!


Recessionista Holiday Sale has men's lines, shoes, women's contemporary lines, jewelry, artists tees, men's and women's accessories, home goods, paper goods, books and zines and great gift ideas. (Check out samples and stuff on the Recessionista Holiday Sale blog.)

Saturday, December 6, 2008
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Pool Tradeshow Offices
2900 Rowena Ave
Los Angeles, CA

PLUS OPEN BAR COURTESY OF ENCYCLOPEDIA WINES: A NEW RELEASE FROM FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA PRESENTS...
Celebrating and focusing on wines from all over the world and educating new wine drinkers on wine and the many things surrounding it.
And other mixed drinks courtesy of Honestea mixers.

Free admission, all ages, food for purchase at the Green Truck and DJ Nite Dog spinning.

Cash only!

Featured vendors:
acid haus - men's t shirt line available at stores like Urban Outfitters, priced 30-75% off wholesale
all-mighty - womens clothing and bags 25-85% off retail
apartment 3 - vintage and designer clothing and accessories
beautiful decay - men's artist designed t-shirts and hoodies 50-80% retail
blue platypus - womens tops, bags, and coats, 30% off retail
blood is the new black - mens and womens artist designed t - shirts - 50-90% off retail
cocaine mule - cotton canvas bags and accessories $10-$100
dean - leather accessories and handbags $40-$200
dear creatures - womens contemporary, mens and womens tees 50-60% off retail
de la luna designs - one of a kind vintage bags, wallets, luggage, boots, and jackets $8-$80
ecoskin-women's contemporary eco-collection
generic man - mens and womens shoes 25-50% off retail
green with glamour-eco-friendly fashion, accessories, and homegoods 25-30% off
grn apple tree - mens comtemporary $20 - $100
hush beauty - fragrance, skincare, accessories 25-50% off retail
LA record - records, zines, stickers - 25-50% off retail
the library showroom - Brown Sounds, PF Flyers, New Balance 50-70% off retail
lily mc neal - sweaters 70% off retail
maxine dillon-women's contemporary line: dresses and separates
poketo - wallets, plates, tee shirts, and books for $10-$20
popomomo-women's eco contemporary line, dresses and separates, up to 50% off retail
random nicole - one of a kind clothing for men, women, and kids 60% off retail
rebe designs - women's apparel and accessories 25-50% off retail
rojas - mens and womens contemporary $10-$75
soolip-paper goods, wrapping paper, gifts
spragwerks - mens and womens jewelry 25-50% off retail
small axe clothing - organic vintage inspired clothing 60-80% off
Taxi CDC - reconstructed vintage 25-40% off retail

More. Effing. Sample Sales.

Via Manhattan User's Guide...

On Now
+ DwellStudio: Duvet sets, sheet sets, crib sets and baby accessories at up to 80% off retail are available from DwellStudio warehouse sale, 54 Greene [Broome] 212.219.9343, now through 12/24, 11-8 every day.

+ Aloha Rag: Up to 60% off designer clothing for men and women by Thomas Wylde, Golden Goose, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and many others at Aloha Rag, 505 Greenwich St. [Spring/Canal] 212.925.0882, now thru 12/26.

+ Jil Sander: clothing is up to 40% off at 30 Howard [Crosby] 212.925.2345.

+ Lutz and Patmos: 50% off everything from the Fall 2008 collection at Lutz and Patmos online. Their 'long slouchy cardigan' was $475, now $237.50.

+ Jennifer Miller: Up to 30% off jewelry. 972 Lex [70th/71st] 212.734.8199, through 12/6.


Starting Tuesday, December 2nd
+ James Jeans: Denim for men and women from James Jeans, 500 Greenwich St. [Spring/Canal] Suite 202, 212.221.4603, is discounted from 12/2-12/4, 9-7 and 12/5, 9-2/ .


Starting Thursday, December 4th
+ Inhabit: Men's and women's cashmere sweaters from Inhabit are up to 80% off, 12/4 and 12/5, 10-6, 1441 Bway [40th/41st] 24th flr. Men's cashmere v-necks were $310, now $100.

+ A sample sale of costume jewelry takes place this Thursday and Friday, 10-7, 147 W. 35th [7th/Bway] Suite 1107. Hand-knit covered bangles were $90, now $10.

+ LaROK: Dresses and tees up to 75% off, 12/4, 8am-8pm, 12/5-6, 10-8, 145 W. 18th [6th/7th]

+ Cadeau Maternity: clothes up to 70% off, 12/4, 10-7, 254 Elizabeth [Houston/Prince] 212.674.5747. No checks.


Starting Saturday, December 6th
+ Butter by Nadia: Wraps and dresses. 405 Van Brunt [Van Dyke] Bklyn 347.410.3203, reduced up to 80%. 12/6, 11-6, 12/7, noon-5.

+ The ARChive of Contemporary Music: 54 White [Bway/Church] is having their holiday record and CD sale, 12/6-12/14, 11-6.

Starting Sunday, December 7th
+ Frette is marking their linens, home accessories, and Frette to Wear up to 80% off, 12/7-12/10, 9-6:30pm, and 12/11, 9-5, at Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd [8th/9th] 718.747.1656. CC only, no strollers, no kids under 12.


Starting Tuesday, December 9th
+ Ben-Amun, 246 W. 38th [7th/8th] 212.944.6480, is discounting their jewelry up to 75% below retail, 12/9-12/11, 9-7.


Starting Thursday, December 11th
+ Daniel Levy Porcelain Studio is having its Holiday Sale , 12/11-12/13, 11-7, and 12/14, noon-6. Up to 65% off porcelain samples, one-offs, experiments, and "twenty five years of slightly imperfect and discontinued pieces that have been accumulating in milk crates." 155 W. 29th [6th/7th]. Cash only.

+ Sample sale from The Sak, Elliott Lucca and sakroots (eco-friendly bags), 12/11 and 12/12, 9-5, 339 5th [33rd/34th] 2nd Flr. 212.329.4500. Bags will be $5-$60.

NYC Sample Sale BONANZA!

Do with this what you will... I just... can't... I can't.

Minnie Rose
(50-80% Off Cashmere)
Nov 26 - Dec 21; Mon-Fri (10-6)
264 W 40th St (b/n 7th & 8th St), 15th Floor
New York, NY 10018
212-575-5766

Echo Of The Dreamer
(Up to 75% off fashion jewelry)
Nov 27 - Dec 15; Tu-Fr (10-6), Sat (11-4)
242 W 30th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 14th Floor
New York, NY 10001
212-594-8022

Stella McCartney
(40% off Fall/Winter)
Nov 28 - Jan 31; Mon-Sat (11-7), Sun (12:30-6)
429 W 14th St (b/n 9th and 10th Ave)
212-255-1556

Balenciaga
(40% off)
Dec 1-7 (11-7)
542 W 22nd St (near Tenth Ave)
212-206-0872

Nanette Lepore
(50% off and more on dresses, pants, shoes, &c.)
Dec 1-7 (9-6)
225 W 35th St (near 7th Ave), 9th floor
212-764-8810

Theory
(Up to 60% off sweaters, outerwear, shoes, accessories, &c.)
Dec 3-8; Th (10-7), Fr (10-6)
261 W 36th St (b/n 7th & 8th), 2nd floor
212-947-8748

Blue & Cream
(50% off Coats, dresses, cashmere, &c.; L.A.M.B., Twelfth Street by
Cynthia Vincent, Jenni Kayne, &c.)
Dec 3-9; Th (11-7), Fr (11-8), Sat-Sun (10-8)
1 E. First St (@ Bowery St)
212-533-3088

Lauren Merkin
(Up to 70% off handbags, clutches, &c.)
Dec 4-6 (11-7)
231 W 29th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), suite 201
212-239-2459

Anna Sui
(Up to 65% off dresses, tops, &c.)
Dec 4-14; Mon-Fr 8-9:30am, 11:30-2:30pm, 4:30-7pm
250 W 39th St (b/n 7th & 8th)
212-768-1951

Accents By Sophia
(Up to 75% off Jewelry: sterling silver, marcasite, semi-precious
stones, cultured pearls; necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins, &c.)
Dec 4-21; Mon-Th (10-6:30), Fr (10-7), Sat-Sun (closed)
35 W 36th St (b/n 5th & 6th Aves), 4th Floor
212-594-5077

Catherine Malandrino
(Up to 60% off; coats, sweaters, blouses, dresses, &c.)
December 5-7; Wed (1-8), Th-Fr (10-8)
145 West 18th St
New York, NY 10011
212-388-0339

Generra
(50% and more off men's and women's Fall)
Dec 5-7 & Dec 10-14; Mon-Fr (9-7)
275 W 39th St (b/n 7th & 8th Aves), 5th floor
212-768-2868

Tevrow + Chase
(Up to 60% off Coats, dresses, sweaters, &c.)
Dec 5-7 (9:30-5:30)
416 W 13th St (b/n 9th Ave & Washington St), suite 313
212-929-1810

Derek Lam
(65% off and more on dresses, blouses, sweaters, skirts, &c.)
Dec 6-7 (10-6)
601 W 26th St (b/n 11th and 12th Ave), Suite 1750
212-929-1338

Tocca
(60-80% off; clothing, outerwear, furnishing, candles, gifts, &c.)
Dec 6 & 7 (12-7)
542 W 22nd St (near Tenth Ave), 3rd floor
212-929-7122

Botkier
(Handbags starting at $200)
Dec 6-9; Th-Fr (10-7), Sat-Sun (11-6)
70 Greene St=2 0(near Broome St)
646-747-4149

Alexander Wang
(Up to 75% off dresses, jackets, leather, &c.)
Dec 6-9; Th (3-7), Fr-Sun (10-7)
210 Fifth Ave (b/n 25th & 26th St), 2nd floor
212-532-3103

Farantino Designer Handbag Sample Sale
(Autumn/winter 2008 handbags from Gucci, Fendi, Prada, Alexander
McQueen, and Dolce & Gabbana)
Dec 7 & 8; Fr (4-9), Sat (8-12)
Waldorf-Astoria Towers
301 Park Ave (@ 49th St);
28th Floor, Room # 28H
866-890-1241

Showroom Seven Moving Sale
(Women's: Sue Stemp, Erickson Beamon, Orla Kiely, Issa, &c.)
Dec 10-21 (9-7)
498 7th Ave (near 36th St), 24th floor
212-643-4810

Gerard Yosca
(50-70% off jewelry)
Dec 11-13; Mo-Tu (10-6), Wed (10-1)
39 W 38th St (near 5th Ave), 7th floor
212-302-4349
Cash Only

Adam Plus Eve & 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent
(Up to 65% off coats, sweaters, dresses, capes, jackets, trousers, &c.)
Dec 13-15; Th (8-8), Fr (10-8), Sat (11-7)
145 West 18th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)
212-388-0339

Carolina Herrera
(Women's Clothing & Bridal gowns, dresses, cardigans, &c.)
Dec 14-16 (9-6:30)
Soiffer Haskin
317 West 33rd (b/n 8th & 9th Aves)
718-747-1656

Mulberry
Why: Up to 70 percent off original prices on the coveted bags and
clothing.
When: Dec. 12 & 13. Wed. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh
Aves., 5th flr.

Proenza Schouler
Why: Tops, bottoms, dresses, and shoes were $325-$3,500, now $80-$875.
When: Dec. 13 & 14. Thurs. & Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 120 Walker St., b/t Centre & Baxter Sts., 6th flr.

Eberjey Lingerie
Why: Camis, briefs, bathing suits, and more are 50-75 percent off.
When: Dec. 11 & 12. Tues., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wed., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 183 Madison Ave., at 34th St., ste. 610. (212-696-5393).

Castle Starr
Why: Current collection including dresses and blouses at 50 percent off.
When: Dec. 12 & 13. Wed. & Thurs., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 275 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 10th flr.

Elijah
Why: The collection is up to 50 percent off wholesale. James Coviello,
too. Shop and drink to that.
When: Dec. 11-13. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 213 W. 35th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., ste. 903.

Yaya Aflalo and Love Yaya
Why: Trendy blouses, pants, sweaters, and other threads priced below
wholesale.
When: Thru Dec. 14. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 80 W. 40th St., at Sixth Ave., 7th flr. (212-391-4400).

Fresh Ink
Why: Denim for men and women retails at Barneys; now up to 80 percent
off.
When: Dec. 12-14. Wed. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 264 W. 40th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 3rd flr.
(212-869-6300).

Colette Malouf
Why: Headbands, scarves, ponytail holders, and cuffs from 50 percent
off.
When: Dec. 12 & 13. Wed. & Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 594 Broadway, b/t Houston & Prince Sts., ste. 305 (212-941-9588).

Catherine Holstein
Why: Ninety percent off retail prices! Frocks for $150, coats for $175.
When: Dec. 6 & 7. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 213 W. 35th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 7th flr. Cash or check only.

Vivienne Westwood
Why: Dresses from the iconic designer were $800, now $348; waxed
poplin trench coats were $1,498, now $599. Deals on Ilaria Nistri,
Iodice, Eairth, and Le Full.
When: Dec. 8-12. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Scatola Sartoriale Showroom, 544 W. 26th St., b/t Tenth &
Eleventh Aves., 6th flr. (212-371-2777 ext. 326).

Prairie New York
Why: Tops and dresses for $40. Holiday frocks for $50.
When: Dec. 8-12. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 250 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., ste. 404
(212-391-4700). Cash only.

Édité Showroom
Why: Dresses and handbags from Caroline Hedaya, Your Slip Is Showing,
and Tagua start at 50 bucks.
When: Dec. 8-10. Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 134 W. 29th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves., studio 709.

Alice + Olivia
Why: Beaded party dresses for $189, skinny pants for $99, boyfriend
blazers for $159.
When: Dec. 8-11. Mon. & Wed., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 261 W. 36th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 2nd flr.

The Globe Showroom
Why: Falls, Elijah, Luba J, H Fredriksson, Whistle & Flute, James
Coviello — mostly under 100 bucks.
When: Dec. 10 & 11. Wed. & Thurs., noon-7 p.m.
Where: 263 W. 38th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves.

Furla Handbags
Why: First sample sale has 1,500 bags at half off. Shoes for $100.
When: Dec. 10-12. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: 552 Seventh Ave., b/t 39th & 40th Sts., 5th flr.

By Francine (Maker of the fan dress I've been dreaming of!)
Why: Take up to 60 percent off girly dresses, tops, pants, and skirts
from the most recent spring, fall, and holiday collections.
When: Dec. 10-12. Wed. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 231 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., rm. 602.

Mackage
Why: Up to 50 percent off wools, leathers, trenches, shearlings.
When: Dec. 10-12. Wed.-Fri., noon-7:30 p.m.
Where: 275 W. 39th St. (212-391-5287).

Bensoni, Black Halo, Anne Leman, Matt & Nat, and more.
Why: Fifty-75 percent off wholesale. Items start at twenty bucks.
When: Dec. 10-13. Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Joey Showroom, 263 Eleventh Ave., at 27th St., 5th flr.

Iisli
Why: Seventy percent off knit shimmer dresses, sequin jackets, knit
blazers, plus a nice assortment of samples.
When: Dec. 11-13. Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 25 Bond St., b/t Bowery & Lafayette St.

Julie Haus and VPL
Why: Take 50-80 percent off swimwear, lingerie, sweaters, dresses,
coats, and shoes. Prices starting at $15.
When: Dec. 11-13. Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 39 W. 38th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Aves.

Lyn Devon
Why: Fifty-80 percent off severe, modern, edgy sportswear from the
fall collection.
When: Dec. 12-14. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 525 Broadway, b/t Spring & Broome Sts., ste. 202.

Vera Wang Bridal and Bridesmaids
Why: One-of-a-kind samples — plus a ton of overstock — 35-75 percent
off retail. Bridesmaid dresses, too.
When: Dec. 13. Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The New Yorker Hotel, 481 Eighth Ave., at 34th St.

Sample Sale: Lovely People Shoes, Soundgirl, Stewart + Brown

Well whatcha know? ANOTHER sample sale!

Again, this one's in New York
WHAT: Alvin Valley, Lovely People Shoes, Soundgirl, Re:Sound
WHERE: 636 Broadway Suite 506
WHEN: Friday, December 5, 9am - 8pm

Git it, gurl!

Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale: Los Angeles, December 4 - 6, 2008

Rebecca Minkoff is holding a three-day sample sale in LA!

The deets:

WHERE: Confederacy
4661 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-913-3040
WHEN: Thursday, December 4 through Saturday, December 6, 12:00pm - 8:00pm.


Maybs you can pick up a fun bread and wine bag! For me!

Alexis Bittar Sample Sale: New York City, Dec 5 & 6

Help me Jesus! Help me Jewish God! Help me Allah! AAAAAHHH! Help me Tom Cruise! Tom Cruise! Alexis Bittar is having a sample sale! I am DONE for. It's in New York City (again, sorry non-NYers!). More deets:

WHAT: Alexis Bittar Sample Sale - 30 - 70% off
WHERE: 153 E 60th St. btw Lexington and 3rd Avenue
WHEN: Friday, December 5 and Saturday, December 6th 9:30 - 7pm

Check out some of Alexis Bittar's Spring 2009 pieces!

... And check out UK eBay seller Kabiri Jewellery -- I just bought this Alexis Bittar ring (sorry, Alexis and co!) for about $59, including shipping.

Charlotte Ronson New York Sample Sale!

It's that time of year again -- the Charlotte Ronson sample sale!

Wednesday, December 2 - Friday, December 4, 2009
10am-7pm

1071 Ave of the Americas, Suite #301
Between 40th and 41st Streets

Diane Von Furstenberg Sample Sale: December 9 - 13!

I can has wrap dress? Diane Von Furstenberg (herself!) is holding a sample sale (in New York -- sorry, everyone else...) December 9 - 13 at 260 Fifth Avenue between 28th and 29th.

I'd hit it.

It's Sample Sale City This Weekend!

It is doubtful that you could throw an empty Red Mango container this weekend and NOT hit a sample sale. Here are some of the bajillion going on in New York City, courtsey of Refinery29...

Surface to Air Sample Sale
Surface to Air's 2-day sample sale starts this Friday, November 21, and Saturday, November 22, from noon to 7 p.m. Pick up men's and women's clothing and jewelry from the Parisian label at deep markdowns. Cash only. Surface to Air Sample Sale, 5 Crosby Street, (between Howard and Grand streets), 6th floor, 917-450-5440.

Obedient Sons & Daughters 16-Hour Store
Obedient Sons & Daughters are launching a 16-hour sample sale pop-up shop this Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, from 10 to 6 p.m. Shop discounted coats, pants, tops, and more from their autumn/winter '08 collections from both their sons and daughters lines. Obedient Sons & Daughters Sample Sale, 237 Lafayette Street, (between Prince and Spring streets); no phone.

Thistle & Clover Trunk Show
The ladies at Thistle & Clover are hosting an evening trunk show featuring the collections of two up-and-comers Chulette and 2fer on Saturday, November 22, from 7 to 9 p.m. Preview their never before seen spring '09 collections and enjoy a 15% discount on Thistle & Clover's sweet selection of clothing and accessories. Thistle & Clover, 221 DeKalb Avenue, (between Adelphi Street and Claremont Avenue); 718-855-5577. RSVP to info@thistleclover.com.

Steven Alan Sample Sale
Bundle up and head down to Tribeca for Steven Alan's annual sample sale now through Sunday, November 23. Get early dibs on discounted merch from Steven Alan, Rag & Bone, Geren Ford, The Generic Man, Demy Lee, Sunshine & Shadow, Mayle, Gryson, Laloo, and much much more. Thursday and Friday, from 8:30 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, from noon to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. Steven Alan Sample Sale, 87 Franklin Street, (between Broadway and Church streets); 212-219-3305.

Odin Sale and pop-up outlet at Den
Odin has begun winter markdowns of up to 30% on select men's items from Surface to Air, Woolrich, Comme des Garçons, and Rittenhouse. Plus, stop by there East Village outpost and pop on over to Den next door for a clearance sale featuring men's and women's items from Pas de Deux and Odin. Odin, 328 East 11th Street, (between First and Second avenues); 212-475-0666; and 199 Lafayette Street, (between Broome and Kenmare streets); 212-966-0026; and Den, 330 East 11th Street, (between 1st and 2nd avenues); 212-475-0079.

What Comes Around Goes Around Sample Sale
SoHo's vintage go-to What Comes Around Goes Around begins their end-of-season sample sale now through Sunday, November 23, from 11 to 8 p.m. Scoop up vintage classics for both men and women, including boots (now $30), tops (now $10), jackets (now $30), as well as WCAGA collection dresses (now $75). What Comes Around Goes Around, 351 West Broadway, (between Broome and Grand streets); 212-343-9303.

Philip Crangi's Giles & Brother Sample Sale
Philip Crangi's Giles & Brother is throwing a Holiday sample sale this Friday, November 21, from noon to 7 p.m. Finds discounts of up to 75% off their complete collection, including the Academie and Tinies line. Items include the Triple Heavy Curb Chain necklace (now $78), Rigid Chain Matte Hematite Cuff (now $40), Square Stude Matte Hematite & Citrine Rhinestone Bangle (now $36). Cash only. Giles & Brother Sample Sale, 147 West 29th Street, 2nd floor, (between 6th and 7th avenues); no phone.

Acne Studio Sale
The Acne Studio in SoHo is taking 30% markdowns on their fall/winter '08 collections starting Friday, November 21. Standouts include the Beryl cardigan (now $210), the Panache trouser (now $200), and a selection of cashmere hats (now $123). Acne Studio, 10 Greene Street, (between Canal and Grand streets); 212-625-2828.

Cardigan Sample Sale
Lynne Hiriak's Cardigan is throwing a 2-day sample sale from 11 to 7 p.m. Pick up colorful cozy knits for her at discounts of up to 30% off below wholesale, including a French Stripe sweater (now $88). Cardigan Sample Sale, 594 Broadway, Suite 305, (between Houston and Prince streets); 212-431-8900.

Form Sample Sale
Form's structured blouses and minimalist separates are now 25% off at their A/W '08. Form Sample Sale, 510 Broome Street, Suite 7E, (between West Broadway and Thompson Street); r.s.v.p. to rsvp@formnewyork.com.

Yigal Azrouël Sample Sale
Yigal Azrouël's seasonal sample sale ends today. Expect deep discounts on his signature clothing and accessories, including select knits and tops (now $100), dresses (now $125), and scarves (now $50). Wednesday and Thursday, from 9 to 7 p.m.; Friday, from 9 to 4 p.m. Yigal Azrouël Sample Sale, 225 West 39th Street, 7th floor, (between 7th and 8th avenues); 212-302-1194.

Qi Sample Sale
Qi's comfy cashmere knits are now up to 75% off at their seasonal sample sale from 11 to 7 p.m. Highlights include a women's Zip Funnel jacket (now $30), a cashmere Duster Cardigan (now $50), and a cashmere Fringed scarf (now $30). Qi Sample Sale, 260 West 39th Street, Suite 200, (between 7th and 8th avenues ); 212-239-8880.

ThreeAsFour Sample Sale
Score great deals at ThreeAsFour's sample sale now through Monday, November 24, from noon to 8 p.m. Sale includes current fall/winter '08 clothing as well as past season collections priced from $4.44 to $666.66. ThreeAsFour Sample Sale, 77 Delancey Street, (between Allen and Orchard streets); 212-343-9777x2.

Stuart & Wright Outerwear Sale
Stuart & Wright is gearing up for the winter chill with a 15% off outerwear sale. Shop men's and women's coats from Phillip Lim, A.P.C., Engineered Garments, Isabel Marant, Jeffrey Monteiro, Moncler, Unis, Vanessa Bruno and more. Stuart & Wright, 85 Lafayette Avenue, (between South Portland Avenue and South Elliot Place); Fort Greene; 718-797-0011.

TG-170 Super Sale
Ludlow Street boutique TG-170's on-going Super Sale features 25% off markdowns on their fall/winter '08 stock. Now through Sunday, November 23, get discounted goods from Karen Walker, Stretsis, Grey Ant, Jill Stuart, and more. TG-170, 170 Ludlow Street, (between Houston and Stanton streets); 212-995-8660.

Mayle Last Days of Paradiso Sale
Beginning today, through Sunday, November 30, Mayle is celebrating the Last Days of Paradiso with 40% off discounts on their fall collections. Now before it's gone, grab Jane Mayle's colorful frocks, including the Mitsuko top (now $255) and the Ludovine coat (now $535). Mayle, 242 Elizabeth Street, (between Prince and Houston streets); 212-921-7633.

Woodley & Bunny Sale
Our friends at Woodley & Bunny are getting a jump on the pre-Holiday discounts and kicking off their Black Tuesday Sale. Now through the holiday season, take up to 40% off select men's and women's collections and an additional 10% off apothecary and salon services. Woodley & Bunny, 490 Driggs Avenue, (N. 9th and N. 10th streets); 718-218-6449.

Buffalo Exchange Opening
Just in time for our winter wardrobe overhaul, Buffalo Exchange is coming to Manhattan with a new East Village outpost opening this Saturday, November 22. Trade in your old favorites for cash or exchange it for other clothing—a better way to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Buffalo Exchange, 332 East 11th Street, (between 1st and 2nd avenues); 212-260-9340.


PLUS, from Daily Candy...
Heikejarick
Voluminous and tailored coats in cashmere and alpaca. Diffusion line is 30 percent off wholesale.
Nov. 19-26. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
262 W. 38th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 5th flr. (212-764-0878).

Rebecca Minkoff and Nicholas K
Get your hands on Morning After bags and other cult favorites. Dresses, tops, pants, and accessories are 50 percent off.
Nov. 20-23. Thurs. & Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
33 W. 17th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Aves.

Té Casan
Fancy flats for $75, pumps for $95, booties for $125, and boots for $175.
Nov. 18-22. Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
260 Fifth Ave., at 28th St.

Harajuku Lovers New York City Sample Sale -- November 19 & 20, 2008!

In the heat of last night's Harajuku Lovers and LeSportsac Binge mania, I PLUMB forgot to mention that there's a New York City Harajuku Lovers, L.A.M.B, Kid Robot, and Jill Stuart sample sale.

Details: Wednesday, November 19 and Thursday, November 20
8AM - 8PM
Saavy & Co's Loft
145 W 18th Street, bwn 6th and 7th

Amex/ Mastercard/ Visa accepted

+ The Purse Blog has some reports and stealth-mode photos! If you go, lemme know what you get, kay?