C’N’C Costume National

The secret is out… The CP Fashion Company’s private sale is far superior to your average sample sale. In fact, any visitor could liken the experience to shopping in a luxury department store, but even then, the lines are long and the discounts are non-existent. CPFG has undoubtedly shifted the samples sale status quo. CPFG executed a sample sale sans the lines and served up deep discounts.

They are currently offering a 70% markdown on their most recent Fall/Winter 2012 collections by some of the brands they represent such as: Just Cavalli, Galliano, CNC Costume National and GF Ferre for both men and women. The discount is comparable if not better to that of an outlet, but make no mistake, the sale is not comprised of items that you would find at Woodbury Commons. If you are an experienced sample sale connoisseur, you have seen things that you wouldn’t want gifted to you, but as I scoured through the racks (neatly, of course) I saw something for everyone.

It seemed that fellow invited guests were stocking up on Christmas gifts for loved ones as well as shopping for themselves. What separates this private sale from others is the array of sizes offered in each style, the organization of the space and superb customer service! Upon your arrival, you are greeted by the doorman and offered complimentary coat check and every area has an informed associate whom is willing to assist you in finding your size.

All items in all categories are 70% off their original price point. Period. The signage is clear and there is no confusion. The discounts felt almost criminal because l felt as though I’d just seen these pieces in my magazines and on the runways. Only a handful of the items on sale were not from the Fall/Winter 2012 and those items are limited quantity, so act quickly because the cat is officially out of the bag!

As I arrived, I was surprised to spot the Just Cavalli clutch seen in their 2012 campaign and modeled by Kate Moss for a mere $190 marked down from $566.