Wendy Rose Gould

From luxury lingerie at La Perla to cozy cashmere at Inhabit, from must-have ready-to-wear at Maison Margiela to a plethora of accessories at Derek Lam, this week’s roundup of Don’t Miss Sample Sales has a little something for everyone.

We recommend focusing your shopping adventures to two primary categories: holiday gift giving, which is right around the corner, and fall/winter merchandise that’ll keep you looking sharp at the office, on the street or at all your upcoming soirees.

Derek Lam Sample Sale

It’s an accessories bonanza at the upcoming Derek Lam Sample Sale, which promises steep discounts on some of the designer’s coveted must-haves. Expect to find footwear, jewelry, handbags and clothing at this one. Teasers include the 10 Crosby Mercer backpack for $150, from $795, the Tall Meredith Boot for $100, from $650, and the Derek Lam Finn Booties for $100, from $950.

WHEN: 11/3 – 11/8; Tue (11-8), W-Sat (10-8), Sun (10-4)
WHERE: 151 Wooster Street, Between Houston and Prince Streets, New York, NY. 212-725-5400.

La Perla Fall 2015 Sample Sale

While accessories are abundant at the Derek Lam Sample Sale, it’s lingerie you can find at the much anticipated La Perla Sample Sale. Here you’ll have access to the brand’s luxury lingerie at a price point that’s much easier to justify compared to their retail rates. Past sales have boasted discounts of up to 75%. And P.S. – the sale will also include sleepwear.

WHEN: 11/8 – 11/14; Sun (noon-7), M-Sat (11-7)
WHERE: 43 Wooster Street, New York, NY 10013.

Maison Margiela + MM6 Maison Margiela + DSQUARED2 Sample Sale

Here’s an interesting amalgamation of merchandise, perfect for those of you traveling and shopping in a group with varied tastes. This triple treat sample sale features clothing, accessories and ready to wear items for both men and women from the Autumn 2015 collections of Maison Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela and DSQUARED2.

WHEN: 11/5 – 11/7; Th (2-7), F (10-7), Sat (noon-5)
WHERE: 220 West 19th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10011.

Inhabit Fall/Winter Sample Sale

Load up on all the cashmere, cotton and wool you’ll need for these chilly months at the Inhabit Fall/Winter Sample Sale. Perhaps you could even snag a few luxe gifts for friends and family with refined taste. Both stocks and samples will be available for purchase.

WHEN: 11/3 – 11/5; Tue-Th (11-7)
WHERE: 261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor, between 7th & 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10018.

RAOUL Sample Sale

The RAOUL Sample Sale promises a variety of clothing for a variety of seasons, and all up to 70% off the retail price. That means you can shop for both tomorrow and next spring all in one go. Shoppers who attend this event will find ready to wear, evening wear, footwear, purses and more, with new items being added daily.

WHEN: 11/2 – 11/6; M-F (9-4:30)
WHERE: 70 West 40th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, 12th Floor, New York, NY.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: LaPerla.com

This is a big sample sale week, shoppers, and you definitely don’t want to miss out. We anticipate things being a little more sparse next week and especially through the weekend as Halloween approaches. In other words, get your fix in, now! Expect to find some seriously astounding deals at Hermes, Nicholas Kirkwood, Elizabeth and James, Jennifer Tyler and Adrienne Landau. More information on each of these can be found below.

Nicholas Kirkwood Sample Sale

If you’re into shoes — and who isn’t? — this is another sample sale you don’t want to pass on. The Nicholas Kirkwood Sample Sale boasts up to 70% off women’s footwear on the designer’s seriously stunning designs. This would be a great time to load up on your shoe essentials for all those upcoming holiday soirees.

WHEN: 10/19 – 10/22; M (10-9), Tue-Th (8-9)
WHERE: C21 Edition. 21 Dey Street, between Church Street and Broadway, New York, NY. 212-227-9092.

Elizabeth and James Sample Sale

The time is now to stock up on fall apparel, and the Elizabeth and James Sample Sale has most definitely got you covered in the “cozy clothes for chilly air” category. Also featured at this sale is jewelry, lest your outfit look incomplete, and eyewear. The better to see you with! Teaser items include their Mini Jade dress for $100, from $365, and leopard print Adina skirt for $80, from $325.

WHEN: 10/20 – 10/25; Tue-Th (10-8), F-Sat (10-7), Sun (10-3)
WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue, Between 28th and 29th Streets, New York, NY 10001.

Jennifer Tyler Autumn Sample Sale

If you didn’t get your fix of fall apparel at the Elizabeth and James Sample Sale, or if you’re looking for a style that’s perhaps a little more preppy, hit up the Jennifer Tyler Autumn Sample Sale. Here you’ll find plenty of gorgeous cashmere basics to complete your wardrobe. Teasers include a multi-stitch v-neck sweater with scalloped trimming for $125, from $295; and a fantasy stitch circular scarf for $35 from $125 (hello, perfect holiday gift!).

WHEN: 10/22 – 10/25; Th-Sat (10-7), Sun (noon-6)
WHERE: The Surrey Hotel. 20 East 76th Street (Madison Avenue), New York, NY. 212.288.3700 (during show), 800.441.7743 (info. anytime)

Hermes Sample Sale

You may want to bring some napkins, because there’s a good possibility you’ll find yourself drooling at this Hermes Sample Sale. It’s considered one of the most anticipated sample sales of the year, so you’ll definitely want to pencil it in. The sale features handbags, accessories, clothing and other essentials. Our main piece of advice is to bring a coffee (and your patience) and expect a long line.

WHEN: 10/22 – 10/24; Th-Sat (9-6)
WHERE: Soiffer Haskin. 317 West 33rd Street, (West of 8th Ave), New York, NY. 718-747-1656.

Adrienne Landau Fall Fur Sample & Stock Sale

Starting this coming Sunday, you can shop gorgeous fall furs at the Adrienne Landau Sample and Stock sale. The sale features everything from fur vests to full-on jackets to blankets and pillows. So basically, you can give yourself and your home a little bit of a fur makeover, and for a percentage of the retail price.

WHEN: 10/25 – 10/28; Sun (11-5), M-W (10-6)
WHERE: Adrienne Landau Showroom. 519 8th Avenue, between 36th and 37th Streets, 21st Floor. New York, NY.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: ElizabethandJames.us

We’re swooning over the merchandise featured in this week’s roundup of Don’t Miss Sample Sales. For starters, we’ve got some stop-you-on-the-street-and-compliment-you furs from Italian brand Giuliana Teso, with prices marked up to 70% off retail. This week we also recommend hitting up Movado, Ebel, Concord and More (great for those of you looking to purchase a new watch for yourself or another), and Hanky Panky’s Warehouse Sale, which XXX.

Giuliana Teso Fall 2015 Sample Sale

One of our favorites is back at it again, this time bringing you hungry shoppers up to 70% off some seriously gorgeous finds. Italian designer Giuliana Teso specializes in luxury furs — not limited to sable, mink, fox, chinchilla, rex and more — and you can expect to find all of the aforementioned at this sale.

One teaser item includes a the brand’s Black Broadtail Jacket, once $7900 but now only $1580. For additional information, please visit www.shellyandrenee.com or call 212-920-1211

WHEN: 10/12 – 10/14; M-W (10-6)
WHERE: 224 West 30th Street, Suite 808, between 7th & 8th Avenues, New York. 212-920-1211.

Movado, Ebel, Concord, & More Sample Sale

We love a good sample sale that features a healthy lineup of merchandise. These are the types of sales where you can bring a friend or two along, as everyone’s bound to find something of their taste. As you probably guessed, this sale features high quality, fine Swiss watches marked between 50% and 75% off.

For example, you’ll find limited edition Tourbillion, perpetual calendar movements, 18K gold, steel and gold, tungsten carbide, solid stainless steel, diamond, precious stones and jeweled limited production pieces, plus more. Other brands featured include Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Scuderia Ferrari Orologi and Juicy Couture.You can have watches sized on site.

WHEN: 10/13 – 10/16; Tue-F (9-7)
WHERE: Soiffer Haskin. 317 West 33rd Street, (Just west of 8th Avenue), New York. (718) 747-1656, M-F (9-6).

Hanky Panky Warehouse Sale

Things just might get frisky at the Hanky Panky Warehouse Sale. If you’re looking for lingerie, this is definitely a sale you don’t want to miss, as prices are low low low and the goods are hot hot hot. Teaser items include thongs for $11 each (from $25), boy shorts for $14 (from $40), and babydolls and chemises for an easy $35 (from $110).

The sale takes place at Chelsea Market and they’re also running a deal where you can buy 12 pairs of panties to get one free.

WHEN: 10/12 – 10/14; M (noon-9), Tue-W (8-8)
WHERE: Chelsea Market. 410 West 16th Street, between 9th & 10th Avenues, New York, NY.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: GiulianaTeso.it

Hard to believe it’s already October, but we’re only stating the facts, kids. This week’s roundup of sample sales features a variety of merchandise from some of our favorite designers, and many of it is just in time for the fall months. On the list is Club Monaco, which promises goods for both men and women of all sizes and for all seasons; Maje, where you’ll find some truly gorgeous items for fall; Norma Kamali, where prices won’t go above $100; and Cinzia Rocca, where the deals are too good to pass up.

Cinzia Rocca Fall/Winter 2015 Sample Sale

If there’s one sale you hit this week, this month, let it be the Cinzia Rocca Sample sale. This one lasts only three days and will take place at 30 Central Park. This one is a cash only event and all sales are final. Merchandise featured is from the fall and winter 2015 collection, so just in time for cooler season fashions.

WHEN: 10/7 – 10/9; W-Th (9-7), F (9-3)
WHERE: 30 Central Park South, Penthouse, between 5th & 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10019.

Club Monaco Sample Sale

This one’s for ladies and gentlemen, so bring along your guy and stock up. The Club Monaco Sample Sale promises steep discounts on stock, sample items, and slight irregulars. Expect to find merchandise from all four seasons and in all sizes. Note that the sale only takes credit cards and that all sales are final. Also, no fitting rooms, so take your measurements before you come.

WHEN: 10/5 – 10/7 ; M-W (11-8)
WHERE: 261 West 36th Street, between 7th & 8th Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY.

Maje Fall 2015 Sample Sale

The Maje Fall 2015 Sample Sale kicks off next Tuesday and runs through Saturday, and we’re considering it a definite Don’t Miss. The event features women’s ready-to-wear clothing and accessories from the Fall and Winter 2013 and 2014 collections at a pretty discount. You’ll also find a smaller assortment of items from the Spring and Summer 2013 and 2014 collections. Expect jewelry prices to be $25 and up, and about $495 for those delicious fall coats.

WHEN: 10/6 – 10/11; Tue-Sat (10-8), Sun (10-5)
WHERE: 260 Fifth Avenue, between 28th and 29th Streets, New York, NY 10001. 212.725.5400.

Norma Kamali One-Day Sale

You’ve got a total of one day (and technically less than that, but who’s counting) to take advantage of this Norma Kamali Sample Sale. They’re calling it their pre-Columbus Day sale and it takes place at the flagship location on 56th street. Featured here are exclusive pieces as well as original samples and other one-of-a-kind designs that’ll have others drooling over your finds. The best part is that prices are only between $50 and $100.

WHEN: 10/7; W (4-7)
WHERE: Norma Kamali Flagship Boutique. 11 West 56th Street, between 5th & 6th, New York, NY 10019. 212.957.9797.

By Wendy Rose Gould

Image Credit: CinziaRocca.com