La Perla

We salute you; you survived New York Fashion Week. Don’t worry—you didn’t have to play an active role in it in order to be considered a “survivor.” Simply navigating the countless emails you received (The Stylish City was “blessed” with thousands this year) that recommend NYFW essentials you “will be lost without” during the marathon fashion show… Like Lubriderm, apparently. Um, really? However, whether or not you were caught clapping for Zac Posen’s capsule collection with dry (gasp, Lubriderm-less) hands, the future of the show doesn’t look bright. Even a quick Google search results in multiple articles describing the doom and gloom of NYFW’s future; The Exodus from New York and Has Backstage Beauty Lost Its Gloss? are particularly insightful. Nonetheless, we’re hoping it just ain’t so.

But if NYFW is temporarily on the back-burner, that is all the more reason to press forward. Fashion-forward. Take advantage of these post-NYFW opportunities to reinforce a stitch or two in the New York fashion scene. You can start by going where TSC goes. Last week, we went to the La Perla sample sale and shared with you what pajamas we wear when we write articles. (Spoiler alert: not La Perla.)

This week, we’re heading to the Charlotte Olympia sample sale, of course. Putting your best foot forward becomes impossible when both feet are Charlotte-Olympia-clad; with her signature candy-crisp color and precise craftsmanship, both feet will be the best one.

Here’s another opportunity if you’re a bride-to-be… or if you’re not, I guess. Hey, everyone has the right to invest in a gorgeous wedding gown—no spouse necessary. Either way, saying yes to the dress has never been easier than at the Randi Rahm sample sale.

And the event to make next week the trifecta of happenings? It’s the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which lasts through October 15th.  While not strictly fashion-related, it is an opportunity to celebrate hispanic contributions to the fashion world (thank you, Oscar de la Renta and Manolo Blahnik), as well as TSC’s strong Hispanic heritage.

NYFW aside, the fashion passion is always alive here at TSC. So don’t be selfish, feed this fire by letting us know if there’s something we must share. Cheers!

After few moments of confusion, I finally realized the sample sale shares the same address with the Arno restaurant. A few steps down and I was in the Arno Ballroom. The space is rather elegant, at least by sample sale standards.  What I didn’t expect was the young ladies walking around modeling underwear. But, here they were, and I had to admit it wasn’t a bad idea.  The mood was rather energetic as I was there at the end of what was a successful private event, and the organizers were seemingly replacing inventory and putting order in the merchandise.

I was reassured that there were plenty of sizes, for everybody but I also noticed quite a few unique items. From basic (well, as basic as La Perla could be) bras and panties, to slips, swimming wear, silk pajamas to rather unexpected shoes, linen pants and one handbag. I think I have seen enough merchandise to get you interested. The organizers brought the inventory from Italy, and certainly, at least some of the items, had a distinct European style. If you miss this sale, La Perla Fashion Week Sample Sale will be back in Spring.

WHEN: 9/12 – 9/14; Tue-Th (10-6)

WHERE: Arno’s Ballroom
141 West 38th Street
Corner of Broadway
New York, NY 10018

WHAT: La Perla Sample Sale

WHY: Shop lingerie and accessories at a discount at the La Perla Sample Sale.

Cash and credit cards accepted.

WHEN: 6/13 – 6/18; Tue (10-8), W-Sat (11-7), Sun (11-5)

WHERE: 150 Greene Street
between Houston & Prince Streets
New York, NY
212-725-5400

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

For the complete list of today’s sales and sample sales check HERE