Sample Sale Previews

Put on your shopping shoes, stylish readers. This week’s Don’t Miss Sample Sales include a little bit of everything. We’ve got summer duds at the Calypso St. Barth Sample Sale (you’ve got plenty of time to rock that resort wear, babe), men’s and women’s clothing at Scoop, majorly discounted bridal gowns at Nicole Miller, and some much-needed home goods at ABC Carpet + Home.

Calypso St. Barth Sample Sale

Summer ain’t over yet! The Calypso St. Barth Sample Sale is perfectly timed, allowing you to snag some killer deals on clothes you can still wear for at least another month. The sale features 80% off clothing, footwear, accessories and home accessories. Bonus: For $10, get an exclusive early access  on Monday, August 24, 2015 from 4-8PM.  Click here to get it at Gilt City.

WHEN: 8/25 – 8/30; Tue-Th (10-8), F (10-7), Sat (11-7), Sun (11-4)
WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue, between 28 & 29th Streets, New York, NY 10001. 212.725.5400.

ABC Carpet + Home Bronx Warehouse Sale

Is it time to spruce up your abode? If the answer is even a quasi-yes, we suggested marching over to the heralded ABC Carpet + Home Warehouse Sale, which boasts up to 70% off MSRP on all sorts of home necessities. Up for sale are sofas, sectionals, dining tables, lighting, vintage goods, bedding and rugs.

WHEN: Starts 8/21
WHERE: ABC Carpet & Home Warehouse Outlet. 1055 Bronx River Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472. 718-842-8772.

Scoop NYC Ultimate Closet Warehouse Sale

Here’s the scoop on Scoop‘s upcoming Warehouse sale: Get up to 80% off both men’s and women’s clothing, including sweaters, outerwear, dresses, footwear, purses and denim. Scoop sells a bunch of different brands, and this sale includes goods from Theory, Helmut Lang, Iro, Paul Smith, Missoni and others. Perhaps you can get an early start on your holiday shopping list? Yeah, we’re going there.

WHEN: 8/25 – 9/8; Opening Day Tuesday, August 25th: 9AM – 9PM
M-W (11-8), TH (11-9), F-Sat (11-8), Sun (11-7)
WHERE: Scoop NYC, 473-475 Broadway, between Broome and Grand Streets, New York, NY.

Nicole Miller Bridal Sample Sale

Are wedding bells ringing in the distance? If you’re about to tie the knot, we suggest hitting the Nicole Miller Bridal Sample Sale, which starts on August 27 and runs for only two days. With dresses starting at $150 and up to 75% off the retail price, this is bound to be a big event. Plan accordingly, you soon-to-be blushing bride!

WHEN: 8/27 – 8/29; Th-F (10-8), Sat (10-6)
WHERE: 77 Greene Street, between Spring & Broome Streets, New York, NY 10018.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: CalypsoStBarth.com

It’s that time of week again, dear shoppers: The time when we tell you which sample sales are absolutely worth your time! This week, we recommend you hit up In God We Trust Sample Sale, loaded with indie merch for both men and women. Also on our list is the Cosabella Summer Sample Sale, ideal for anyone on the lingerie hunt, and the RAOUL Sample Sale, which will serve up some seriously gorgeous bags and clothing at major discount. Shop well!

In God We Trust Sample Sale

Gather your gal and man pals and hit up the In God We Trust Sample Sale, which runs both Saturday and Sunday. The sale promises merchandise from plenty of indie labels (we know you love it), and they’ve also got some house brand archives up for dibs. Bonus: sale goers will get a little bubbly, too.

WHEN: 8/8 – 8/9; Sat-Sun (11-7)
WHERE: 70 Greenpoint Avenue, between Franklin and West Streets, Brooklyn, NY. 718-389-3545.

Cosabella Summer Sample Sale

It’s one thing to look good in your outfit du jour, but what’s underneath counts just as much. Get your lingerie and loungewear fix at the Cosabella Summer Sample Sale, which boasts up to 70% off the retail price on both. Also for sale is clothing, swimwear and other. To whet your appetite: Never Say Never Prettie Underwire Bra ($35), Never Say Never Sexie Push Up Bra ($35) and Never Say Never Cutie Thong ($13).

WHEN: 8/9 – 8/11; Sun (11-7), M-Tue (11-8)
WHERE: Cosabella NY Flagship Store and Showroom. 220 Lafayette Street, between Spring and Kenmare Streets, New York, NY 10012.

RAOUL Sample Sale

Last on our Don’t Miss list is the RAOUL Sample Sale, which is a must hit if you’re in the market for basically any women’s apparel item, or accessories. For sale are tops, dresses, pants, skirts and shoes. Some teaser items include belts for $10 and leather jackets and dresses for $250. We love RAOUL for their standout prints, fine craftsmanship and seriously gorgeous leather apparel, bags and accessories.

WHEN: 8/10 – 8/13; M-Th (10-4:30)
WHERE: 70 West 40th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, 12th Floor, New York, NY.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: Cosabella.com

Happy August, dear shoppers! This week we’ve got a nice array of Must-Hit Sample Sales, including the always anticipated Badgley Mischka sale (bling your heart out!), the Fabiola Pedrazzini Sample Sale (hello, new handbag!) and the First Ever Korean Beauty Sample Sale (time to upgrade your skincare regimen, kids). All worthy of your time — we promise!

Badgley Mischka Sample Sale

Things are as sparkly and as pretty as ever at the Badgley Mischka Sample Sale. Here you’ll find some blinding deals, including up to 75% off the brand’s couture pieces, ready-to-wear formal gowns and cocktail dresses, breezy day dresses and even sportswear. The sale runs Tuesday through the following Monday, but we suggest getting there early in the week for better options. Be prepared to deal with lines and crowds.

WHEN: 8/4 – 8/9; Tue-Sun (11-7)
WHERE: 151 Wooster Street, at Wooster and Houston Street, New York, NY.

Fabiola Pedrazzini Sample Sale

Handbags! Get your handbags (and your accessories)! The Fabiola Pedrazzini Sample Sale‘s got you covered by way of purses, all discounted through the weekend and into Monday. Prices range from $80 to $300, a nice savings off the retail prices. That new outfit could use a new bag to go with it…

WHEN: 7/20 – 8/3; M-Th (10-5)
WHERE: 209 West 38th Street, Suite 1211, between 7th & 8th Avenues, New York NY 10018.

First Ever Korean Beauty Sample Sale

Holy moly are we excited about this one! Peach & Lily is hosting the FIRST-EVER K-Beauty Sample Sale, and that’s definitely something to celebrate! As you’ve probably guessed, it’s all skincare and beauty goods from top Korean brands, including Mizon (purveyor of snail slime!), Clio, Peripera (so cute) and other insider favorites. Prices are up to 80% off, and they’re also doing a 5 items for $20 deal. Even sweeter: champagne and Korean food will be served.

WHEN: 8/5 – 8/6; W-Th (noon-9)
WHERE: Studio Arte, 265 West 37th Street, 17th floor, New York, NY.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: BadgleyMischka.com

This week’s roundup of sample sales is a trifecta of female power. We’ve got Tory Burch‘s classic apparel, footwear and bags at her friends, family and fans sale (where all profits will benefit women entrepreneurs), the Vivienne Tam Warehouse Sale, which features whopping discounts on some truly exquisite pieces, and Kiki de Montparnasse’s Sample Sale, which is loaded with lingerie, loungewear and more.

Tory Burch Friends, Family and Fans Sale

It’s time to upgrade your closet, and what better way to do so than via discounted Tory Burch merch? This event promises hot deals on ready-to-wear apparel, shoes and purses, all for up to 60% off. We’re especially digging this sale because 100% of all purchases will benefit the Tory Burch Foundation, which works to empower female entrepreneurs.

WHEN: 7/28 – 7/29; Tue-W (9-7)
WHERE: Metropolitan Pavilion – 5th Floor, 123 West 18th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues, New York, NY.

Vivienne Tam Warehouse Sale

It’s time for the anticipated Vivienne Tam Warehouse Sale, and we definitely think this one’s worth hitting up this week. The designer who’s known for her exquisite prints, appliqués and color choices will offer up to 80% off retail prices on both original vintage pieces and her full fashion collection. Teasers include the gorgeous color block Teunuch dress with spiky plum appliqué ($150 from $485) and the White garland print trapeze back collar dress ($90 from $450).

WHEN: 7/29 – 7/31; W (9-8), Th (10-7), F (10-6)
WHERE: 260 West 39th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10018.

Kiki de Montparnasse Sample Sale

It’s steamy outside, so why not take the heat into the bedroom, too! And honestly, who can say no to up to 80% off lingerie? You can find that, and more — including loungewear, ready to wear, and accessories — at the Kiki de Montparnasse Sample Sale. It runs this Tuesday through Saturday.

WHEN: 7/28 – 8/1; Tue-Sat (11-7)
WHERE: 151 Wooster Street, between Houston & Prince Streets, New York, NY 10012. 212.965.8070.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: ToryBurch.com