Vivienne Tam

WHAT: Vivienne Tam Sample Sale

WHY: Womenswear at up to 75% off retail prices at the Vivienne Tam Sample Sale. The sale will include designer collection pieces and vintage samples.

• Select tops: $80-$160
• Skirts: $80
• Shorts: $70

WHEN: 4/22 – 4/24; W (9-8), Th (10-7), F (10-6)

WHERE: 260 West 39th Street
between Seventh and Eighth Avenues
11th floor
New York, NY

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

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

WHAT: Vivienne Tam Sample Sale

WHY: Up to 75% off designer collection pieces and vintage samples at the Vivienne Tam Sample Sale.

• the Wan Sui turtleneck: $60 (orig. $220)
• the Wan Sui pants: $70 (orig. $275)
• Champagne silk lace applique blouse: $150 (orig. $375),
• Burgundy leather skirt: $150 (orig. $385)

WHEN: 11/12 – 11/14; W (9-8), Th (10-7), F (10-6)

WHERE: 260 West 39th Street
between Seventh and Eighth Avenues
11th floor
New York, NY

SUBMITTED BY: TheStylishCity.com

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

Women from many different backgrounds were gathered on 39th street between 7th and 8th avenues to scour the selection of tees, dresses and bottoms offered by Vivienne Tam and her team.

Vivienne Tam has been a part of the NYC fashion scene since the early 90s, when she released her controversial ‘Mao’ collection.  This brought her center stage in the high end market, and her pieces have been adorning celebrities and luminaries ever since.  The design house has a heavy Asian influence which comes across sometimes subtly and other times right up front.  Vivienne Tam’s designs show her 90s sensibilities, which are becoming in vogue again, things tend to come full circle a few times in the fashion industry.

Prices were to die for at this sale with only certain pieces rising above 100 dollars. Most items were between $20-$50 and very stylish. One thing of note was a predominantly small size selection. Most sales we have been to have a wide variety of sizes to choose from, but being a traditional style design firm, this sale mainly had sizes 0 to 4 with a few 6 to 10. Skirts and pants were affordable if small, meaning petites need to hop over here asap!

There was a large selection of tee shirts with print and embellishment. Most of these were all different sizes and also oversized styles allowing for a greater variety of body type. The tees had funny prints of monkeys, chihuahuas and other animals. Some were plain, some had damask-ish prints and others were straight up basics.

Dresses were the real show stopper, though not a wide size selection, the style selection was incredible. There were sheers, 70s style wrap dresses, jersey tube dresses, fitted silk numbers, and many different embellishment styles. One of our favorite looks was the striped silks that have a geometric top, showing plenty of skin in new places, and definitely a trendy and on season look. The dresses ranged from $50 to $180, so whether you were aiming for causal or gala, you could snag something great on these racks.

Overall, this sale wasn’t large but provides for a special type of lady who goes to these sales specifically for markdowns.  It can be incredibly helpful to put full price styles on a wish list to take with you to these sales.  Single designer sales like Vivienne Tam are in-house, and the team will be more knowledgeable about the actual garments and what season they came from, etc.  You can end up with a dress that was $695 for $150 if you are quick on the draw.

WHEN: 7/23 – 7/25; W (9-8), Th (10-7), F (10-6)

WHERE: 260 West 39th Street
between Seventh and Eighth Avenues
11th floor
New York, NY

By Danielle Guercio

Want to know the best way to stand out in a crowd? Wear one-of-a-kind, show stopping pieces. You’re in luck because this week’s sample sale roundup features lots of unique items.

For example, the Erica Weiner jewelry sale boasts over 50 vintage pieces from as far back as the mid-1800s, and the Rhie sample sale promises one-of-a-kind, true samples from this year’s spring collection. You’ll also find hot buys at the Helmut Lang and Theory sample sale, and the Vivienne Tam and Edun sample sales.

Erica Weiner Sample Sale

Pay homage to eras gone by at the Erica Weiner Sample Sale, which runs through the weekend. There you’ll find over 50 one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry ranging from the 1800s to the 1940s, all from Erica’s personal collection and two stores. Also included are deadstock vintage pieces, production samples and discontinued styles. To give you an idea of what to expect, the sale features a pearl-studded Victorian brooch in the shape of an arrow for $75 and a vintage cameo ring carved from coral for $195.

WHEN: 7/18 – 7/20; F (4-8), Sat (noon-7), Sun (noon-4)
WHERE: 50 Dobbin Street, between Norman and Nassau Avenues, (347-689-4207)

Theory & Helmut Lang Sample Sale

You won’t want to miss out on the Theory and Helmut Lang sample sale that takes place this Monday through Thursday. This one features clothing items from both brands for men and women, all discounted. According to the sale details, both brands will provide items in all sizes for both sexes.

WHEN: 7/21 – 7/24, M-Th (11-7)
WHERE: 261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor, Between 7th and 8th Avenue, (212-947-8748)

Edun Spring/Summer 2014 Sample Sale

Do a good deed and get some new duds at the Edun Spring/Summer 2014 Sample Sale. They’re donating 25% of all proceeds to the St. Anne’s Baby and Children’s Home. The sale promises up to 60% off Edun’s spring and summer merchandise, which is loaded with cool patterns, billowy silhouettes and luxe fabrics.

WHEN: 7/23 – 7/24; W-Th (10-6)
WHERE: Edun Showroom, 107 Grand Street, between Mercer Street and Broadway, Third Floor, (212-274-1521)

Vivienne Tam Sample Sale

Girly silhouettes and plenty of florals can be found in bountiful supplies for up to 75% off at the Vivienne Tam Sample Sale. For example, snag the Contrast Edging Drop Waist Dress for $180 (from $380), the Multi Lotus One Shoulder Contrast Dress for $180 (from $385), or the Pleated Side Shift Dress for $180 (from $485). The sale runs Wednesday through Friday.

WHEN: 7/23 – 7/25; W (9-8), Th (10-7), F (10-6)
WHERE: 260 West 39th Street, between Seventh and Eighth Avenues, 11th floor

Rhie Sample Sale

If you haven’t found the perfect swimsuit for summer yet, perhaps “the one” is waiting for you at the Rhie Sample Sale. All women’s swimwear is marked up to 80% off the retail price. Expect to find goodies from the spring collection, as well as one-of-a-kind sample items.

WHEN: 7/24 – 7/25; Th (11-6), F (11-7)
WHERE: 320 West 37th Street, between Eight and Ninth Avenues, 13th floor

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: Theory.com, HelmutLang.com