May 12, 2015

Krakoff Sale Has Krazy Deals

It’s always sad when the good brands die too young. Such is the case with Reed Krakoff. The designs were very good, the quality was excellent but the price point was deadly — literally.

Shoppers who love the Reed Krakoff brand but found the sticker prices too shocking will be very pleased with the designer’s going-out-of-business sample sale. Today we got a preview of the event and only wish we had more closet space.

Those who get to the sale early will want to go straight to the handbag section in the back left. There aren’t a lot there and the prices are quite attractive. Non-exotic style skin bags start at $100 and top out at $400. These mini-RK40s are $300 and ones missing the shoulder strap and older style minis are just $125. The big sizes, which are available in a few colors are also $300. Flap bags with a chain strap are available in assorted colors and priced at $200. Many clutches are $200. Exotic bags are more relatively much more expensive priced between $500 and $1500, depending on the size. You can see lots of pictures of what’s available in the jump but keep in mind there there isn’t a lot of stock and they will go quickly.

Serious shoppers will quickly wan to continue towards the back of the room to the samples racks. Dresses and jackets are $125 and tops, skirts and pants are all $75. Most of the current summer season collection could be found, along with older merchandise. The only problem that but many of the items are size tiny. Those who are a cupcake bit larger than waif, should still take a serious sort through the racks. We found a few dresses and tops that could accommodate a smallish-medium. Jump to see more.

Once you’re done with the sample clothing turn 180-degrees to the sample shoe racks. Shoes are $75 and boots are $100. Just about every shoe from the current selection can be found and some shoes and boots from prior seasons. Again the only problem is that most styles are only available in an 37 or 39. We also found a few 40s and 41s but didn’t see any small sizes.

All open stock at the sale is discounted 75% off. There aren’t many shoes at all. Most styles have only one or two sizes available and you know those won’t last long. There are also lots and lots of open stock clothing. The only problem, which has always been the company’s issue, is the insane retail prices. Even at 75% off the ready-to-wear is still not inexpensive.

For example, this leather-paneled mesh skirt is a hefty $1190 and even after the 75% off, comes to $300. Not expensive but not exactly inexpensive. This foil print dress is very beautiful and priced at $2200. After the discount it’s $550. Again, a good price but few sample sale shoppers are purchasing $500 dresses in bulk. Click here for lots of pictures.

We found the same mathematical problem comes into play with the jewelry collection. A costume metal cuff or leather bracelet is still not really a steal when reduced to $300 from $1100.

The sale opens Wednesday at 10am and runs for five days. We suggest showing up first thing if you want to grab one of those insanely priced bags or any of the great samples. Otherwise we suggest you sit tight until prices are slashed to 90% off retail.

Reed Krakoff Sample Sale
Tuesday, May 12 through Saturday, May 16
Tues & Wed 10am-8pm, Thurs 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-7pm
151 Wooster Street (Bwen Houston & Prince)