Paula Versalona

This week’s sample sale roundup features a little bit of everything and, as such, ought to sate a variety of shoppers’ tastes. For example, the sophistication factor is turned way up at the ESCADA Sample Sale, both men and women can keep warm at the GANT FW14 Sample Sale, and fitness lovers can get their fix at the Activewear Sample Sale. Also included on our don’t miss list is Scoop NYC’s Warehouse Sale — which features brands such as Helmut Lang and Stuart Weitzman — and everything a bride could need or want is available at the Paula Versalona Sample Sale.

ESCADA Sample Sale

Women’s clothing and accessories can be found in ample supply at the ESCADA Sample Sale, which runs Saturday through Wednesday. Shoppers can expect to find prices marked up to 90% off, making for some truly brag-worthy deals at the end of the day. Bring your plastic because no cash is accepted. Also be prepared to check your coats and bags.

WHEN: 9/13 – 9/17; Sat (9-7), Sun-Tue (10-6:30), W (10-6)
WHERE: Soiffer Haskin. 317 West 33rd Street, (Just west of 8th Avenue), New York. 718-747-1656

GANT Fall/Winter 2014 Sample Sale

Just in time for this year’s chilly weather, the GANT sample sale features merchandise from the brand’s Fall/Winter 2014 collection. Enjoy up to 80% off the retail price on both men’s and women’s clothing. Also included are accessories from the 2014 collection. Both cash and credit cards are accepted. Make sure you RSVP to [email protected].

WHEN: 9/18 – 9/21; Th (10-8), F-Sat (10-7), Sun (11-4)
WHERE: 225 Fifth Avenue, between 26th & 27th Streets, New York, NY

Scoop NYC Warehouse Sale

We love a good sale that features multiple brands. It’s kind of like going to a restaurant or buffet and getting whatever you want. Anyway, the Scoop NYC Warehouse Sale boasts up to 80% off both women’s and men’s clothing, shoes and accessories from multiple brands, including Rag & Bone, Helmut Lang, Stuart Weitzman, and John Varvatos. Teasers include a Helmut Lang jacket for $139 (originally $695) and Stuart Weitzman booties for $99 (originally $498).

9/16 – 9/21; Tue (9-8), W-Th (10-8), F-Sat (10-7), Sun (10-3)
WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue, between 28 & 29th Streets, New York, NY 10001, 212.725.5400

Activewear Sample Sale

Get your fitness on at the Activewear Sample Sale, which features various athletic brands including Naked Sports Gear, PrismSport, YogaSmoga and Phat Buddha. Available for purchase are sports bras, tank tops, crop pants, leggings and other items imperative to getting in a good workout.

WHEN: 9/16 – 9/18; Tue-Th (11-7)
WHERE: Clothingline. 261 West 36th Street, between 7th & 8th Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10018, 212-947-8748

Paula Varsalona Bridal Semi-Annual Sample Sale

Ladies preparing to tie the knot ought to head over to the Paula Versalona Sample Sale, a semi-annual event that promises steep discounts on quality bridal wear and necessities. This year’s sale features sample gowns (bridal, special occasion and mother of the bride) starting at $399, 40% off accessories, and 25% off the price of a custom order bridal gown.

WHEN: 9/13 – 9/20; M-Th (9-6:30), F (10-5), Sat (10-2), Sunday closed
WHERE: 552 Seventh Avenue, Suite 602, between 39th & 40th Streets, New York, NY. 212.221.5600

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: ESCADA.com