Lauren Romano

Under Armour started like many companies do: out of the desire for a product to solve a problem. Back in 1995, Kevin Plank discovered a need for t-shirts that weren’t heavy and weighed down with sweat after physical activity, and within a few years of developing prototypes and testing them out, he perfected them enough that college and NFL football teams wanted them. What started as a single idea for a t-shirt has since propelled into a line of sports wear that professional teams and those in the fitness industry can’t wait to get their hands on.

At the Under Armour sample sale in NYC, there’s an excellent selection of workout wear and every day wear ranging from underwear to puffy jackets. The sale is put together very well with a good balance of accessories and apparel for men and women.

You’ll find a table full of bags in various styles and colors, boxes filled with underwear, and tubs of boxing gloves. There’s a small section of jackets, a wide variety of shorts, t-shirts, and tank tops, and an incredible selection of long sleeve tops and baselayers, the latter of which was extremely popular and flying off the racks at record speeds. There’s a slew of sweats in basic colors, and an assortment of long pants and capris.

The best aspect of the Under Armour sample sale is that there’s a fabulous collection of colors and patterns to choose from, so there’s a little something for everyone whether you like neon green, bright pink, muted gray, or brilliant blue.

The Under Armour sample sale runs from October 29 to November 2 from 10am – 8pm, and November 3 from 10am – 4pm. All methods of payment are accepted.

WHEN: 10/29 – 11/3; Tue-Sat (10-8), Sun (10-4)

WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue
between 28th and 29th Streets
New York, NY 10001
212.725.5400
N/R/6 Trains to 28th Street

By Lauren Romano

Thierry Gillier, a French fashion designer and the founder of Zadig & Voltaire, has combined feminine and boyish styles into a ready-to-wear refined collection that’s perfect for day or night. The items have a strong dose of casual luxury mixed with a bit of rock ‘n’ roll, and come in a variety of fabrics and styes ranging from suede handbags to cashmere sweaters.

At the Zadig & Voltaire sample sale, there’s a large selection of lightweight t-shirts, but not a substantial amount of clothing for kids and men. Shoes and bags are extremely limited, but there’s a good amount of warm scarves in a large range of colors.

You’ll be able to find a little of everything in the women’s apparel sections. The gold and silver tops and skirts were quickly being snatched up, as was the patterned denim. Expect edgy styles with studding and skulls are on many pieces from shirts to shoes, and in preparation for the colder weather, there are a variety of heavy and lightweight sweaters. Suede blazers and military jackets were also flying off the racks. Little embellishments, such as skull buttons and studded cuffs, add innovative and offbeat touches to basic pieces.

The Zadig & Voltaire sample sale runs October 23 – 25 from 10am to 8pm; October 26 from 10am to 7pm; October 27 from 10am to 4pm. Prices are up to 80% off, but considering how quickly the clothes were going, the sooner you get there, the better.