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    Worthy Sample Sales: Part 1

    We are heading into prime sample sale season and the remainder of the month is turning into a behive of activity. Below are a few of our favorites. We will be sure to add information as sales and details become available.

    Kimberly Ovitz
    The sale takes place in the designer’s showroom, which almost always translates to great prices. We are told that the merchandise will be comprised of samples and overstock from past seasons. Collection pieces are $25, O by Kimberly Ovitz merchandise is $15 and damages are $10. At the last sale we found the legendary “Glavis” dress for $200 and a white sleeveless version for just $100. You can click here to read more details from the last sale.

    Thursday, April 25 through Friday, April 26
    10am to 6pm daily
    401 Broadway, between Lispenard & Walker St, suite 1812

    Proenza Schouler
    Design virtuosos Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler are hosting a sample sale in their showroom. (Yes, again, that means great prices!) The merchandise will be comprised of fall 2012 leftovers, samples and one-of-a-kind pieces. We are told that sale prices will range from $30 to $1,950 on items that were originally priced from $225 to $6,495.

    Friday, April 26 through Saturday, April 27
    10am to 6pm daily
    76 Mercer St btwn Spring & Broome


    Thakoon
    Thakoon Panichgul is inviting shoppers into his showroom to take advantage of great deals on samples and overstock from his spring collection and diffussion line. We are huge fans of this sale despite the fact that the signature collection is still a bit pricey. The best deals are for Thakoon Addition, which seems to get better every season. You can read more details from the past sample sale right here. P.S. Press are usually invited to shop a day early…

    Tuesday, April 30 through Friday, May 3
    8:30 to 6:30 daily
    225 Varick Street at Houston) Suite 300

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    Alexander Wang Sample Sale

    Please note: An Alexander Wang spokesperson responded that the there is no planned sale on Thursday. Seems like our normally “reliable sources” could be mistaken. While this could be an CNN moment, we will continue to monitor the situation.

    The Alexander Wang sale was so popular last season that passersby assumed that the line outside was for voting rather than gaining entrance to a popular sale. At one point, “experts” estimated that there were over 300 people waiting to get their hands on discount Wang-wears.

    This season,  spies tell us that the brand is trying a different approach and not publicizing this sale. Insiders say that the sale will start this Thursday. Sale shoppers can expect to save up to 70% off of cloths, 65% off bags and shoes and 60% off the lower-end T Wang collection.

    Early on at the last sale we found large Emile totes (retail $975) for $400 and Diego Bucket bags. Clutches and small bags were $250 to $300, medium bags were $350 and large bags were $400. Small leather goods were priced between $70 and $90. Shoes were gently priced at $200 and exotic leather versions were $300. We thought that the clothing was a bit on the pricey side but found some great leather jackets for $300 and more fashionable dresses for $300. T Wang ranged in price from $35 to $120.

    You can see a full account of last season’s sale right here. In the case you find yourself behind 300 shoppers, we suggest you turn around and head to the Saks friends and family sale. Wang, and most other designers, is just not worth a three hour wait!

    Alexander Wang Sample Sale
    Thursday, April 25 through Saturday, April 27
    Thurs 8am to 8pm, Fri 9am to 7pm, Sat 10am to 6pm
    131 Greene St. (btwn W. Houston and Prince st)
    Credit Cards Only

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    Coming Soon: DVF x Gap Kids

    One of the highlights of spring shopping last year was the collection by Gap Kids that was designed by Diane von Furstenberg. The clothing was playful, high quality and well priced. (Especially when it went on clearance.) It’s an understatement to say that we are excited about DVF’s new Gap Kids collection, which is launching later this week in just 22 Gap stores. You can click here to see a list of stores that carry the designer line. Unfortunately, the Upper East Side Gap is not on the list.

    The safari themed collection officially launches on Thursday, but us lucky New York shoppers can get some DVF mini starting Wednesday at Gap’s 680 Fifth Avenue location. We hear that the designer will even be on location assisting shoppers. (That’s reason enough for us!) Sizes range from newborn to 14 years but unlike other kid’s collaborations this collection doesn’t translate well to even small adult bodies.

    We suggest buying the items a size larger than norm. The collection is so cute that your kids are sure to want to wear the cloths more than one season. As a matter of fact, my girls liked the blazers from the last collection so much that they recently inquired how they could engage the iconic von Frustenberg to redesign their school uniforms. Imagine how smart the kids would look!

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    Samples at the Scotch & Soda Sale

    By ManhattanMataHari

    Looking to update your spring wardrobe with some fashion forward prints straight out of Amsterdam for 70% off retail? If so, then plan on hitting up the first ever stateside Scotch & Soda and Maison (the women’s line) sample sale. We got a preview of the sale and came found lots of plaid and print for the urban lumberjack.

    Since the merchandise is comprised of a selection for men, woman and children. For women, the inventory is true samples, many items are one-of-a-kind statement pieces. We felt the best selection was the separates, including some nice brightly colored basic tops starting at just $20. In addition, there are plenty of signature plaid button downs for $40. Our favorite finds were cool wool boucles, metallic blazers and light jackets for $100. Down jackets are $125.

    The plentiful selection of pants for $45 come in in multiple styles – everything from colored jeans to silky printed pajama style pants. On-trend black tuxedo pants with sequin details were a particular standout among a sea of brights and prints. There are also a couple racks of cute shorts for $35.

    Be sure to check out the walls adorned with lightweight colorful summer scarves and accessories under $40.  Although the prices are quite discounted we would stay uptown unless you already identified with this look.

    Scotch & Soda/Maison Scotch Sample Sale
    Tuesday April 23 through Saturday, April 27
    Tues & Wed 11am to 8pm and Fri & Sat 10am to 1pm
    260 Fifth Avenue (between 28/29)

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    Huge Scoop Sale

    Scoop is hosting a huge sale at their Meatpacking store starting Monday, April 22. Prices will run from $19 for tees up to $129 for outerwear.

    The sale will include merchandise for both men and women. For example, Rag & Bone skinny jeans will be $59 from $180, a Poupette peasant top will be $59 from $195 and DVF peplum dress will be $135 from $445. These Scoop sales are aways great for funding the unexpected. If you’re lucky, you might even find an Alaia sweater from a few seasons past. It wouldn’t be a first!

    Scoop Sale
    Monday, April 22 (9am to 9pm), through May 2
    Mon, April 22- 9am to 9pm, after normal store hours
    430 West 14th St
    All sales are final

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    Design on a Dime: Home Furnishing Deals

    Every year Housing Works hosts a fundraising event called Design on a Dime. The event highlights the world’s most celebrated interior designers who are asked to create room vignettes with new merchandise that is donated and then sold for 50% to 70% off retail.

    The Opening Night Reception, which will take place on Thursday, April 25, is celebrated with hundreds of VIPs, designers and Housing Works supporters. A-list design enthusiasts mingle with top designers and attendees are encouraged to purchase the exhibited merchandise. You can buy Opening Night tickets here. Experts consider this one of the best bargain sales with the most stylish pieces.

    As usual, you will want to attend the opening night to get the best pieces but those looking to design on a penny may want to wait until the very end of the event– Saturday, April 27. Last year, the prices of all remaining merchandise was slashed to small fractions of their value.

    Remember, all proceeds benefit Housing Works, which serves people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. So, shop early, shop late but shop and look great!

    Design on a Dime
    Friday, April 26 to Saturday, April 27
    Metropolitan Pavilion
    125 West 18th St, New York, NY

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    Sold Out: Chanel Espadrilles

    It’s become increasingly difficult to justify most Chanel items since their crazy inflation began to resemble the hyperinflation of Zimbabwe in 2008. Bags have almost doubled in price since 2009 and shoes that used to seem expensive at $500 are now priced closer to $1000.

    So when Chanel introduces a functional shoe under $400 you have to believe that women are going to clamor. The Chanel cotton espadrille was introduced last summer at the agreeable price point of $395. This season, the brand has extended the popular and functionable shoe lineup with the addition of a leather tip and a mesh body. The mesh body style is still a realistic $450. Problem is, they are mostly all sold out.

    Chanel boutiques across the country have no cotton canvas styles in their inventory and the mesh version is almost completely gone too. Most shoppers have turned to eBay where sellers have jacked up the price of these popular shoes to close to $700.

    If you’re on the hunt, we suggest calling high-end independant boutiques or finding a department store sales person who is willing to put in the time to search through national inventories. We suggest Nordstrom or Saks. Other than that, we wish you good luck!!!

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    Baccarat Annual Sample Sale

    When it comes to buying crystal almost all the brands seem as if they are still focusing on your great-grandmother’s demographic. Baccarat a standout that has invested in taking their brand to a modern level by partnering with some of the most talented designers of our time.

    Philippe Starck, Nicolas Triboulot and Eriko Horiki are just some of the design geniuses that have reshaped Baccarat to one of the most underrated brands on Madison Avenue. That low profile won’t last for long, however, the brand has plans to open a larger Madison Avenue flagship and a branded hotel with condos.

    For two days, Baccarat you can dig into the luxury world of well designed crystal as the company discounts their delectable items up to 80% off. The only catch is that you have to drive to the brand’s warehouse in New Jersey. But think of how wonderful items you could bring home without paying the amount of a home.  The sale will include barware, vases, decorative pieces and a large selection of Baccarat jewelry.

    Baccarat Sample Sale
    Friday, April 26 to Saturday, April 27
    Fri 9am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 3pm
    36 Mayfield Ave. Edison, NJ 08837
    (800-845-1928)

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