Sample Sale Report: Bettye Muller

I stopped by the Bettye Muller Sample Sale on my way home from work last Friday. The sale was just expecting a shipment of 200 more pairs of shoes and staffers were busily organizing the boxes of shoes. The designer, a native New Yorker describes her shoes as, “...like Hitchcock Blondes. Like Kim Novak and Grace Kelly, they have a distinct look that is mysterious and beautiful. Each one
tells a story.”

With the wide selection of styles, well chosen materials, there is a slight vintage feel to some and a more ecclectic look to others. All shoes are priced to sell at just $50 a pop, $100 for boots and booties - even those that include genuine fur trim.

NYC Sample Sales: April 1-7, 2013

Who: Tibi Sample Sale
What: Save up to 70%.
When: Sale ends April 1, 2013.
Where: Online only

Who: Paula Varsalona Sample Sale
What: Save up to 75% off on bridal gowns, evening gowns, cocktail dresses and mother-of-the bride dresses.
When: March 29-April 13, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm
Where: 552 7th Ave (b/n 39th & 40th St), Suite 602, 212.221.5600

Who: Rent The Runway Sample Sale
What: Up to 95% off retail on retired, gently used dresses and accessories from designers including Shoshanna, Badgley Mischka, David Meister, Nicole Miller, Rebecca Taylor and many more.
When: April 1-7, 2013. Mon-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-3pm
Where: 260 5th Avenue (b/n 28th & 29th St), 212.725.5400

Who: Maker & Company Sample Sale
What: Men's clothing at a deep discount. Sport shirts in size M-L $20-$40. Pants in size 34 $10-$20. Swim in size L $10-$20. Sportcoats in size 40R $40-$100. Sweaters in size M-L $40-$100.
When: April 1-5, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 35 West 36 Street (b/n 5th & 6th Ave) Studio 10W

Who: Only Hearts Annual Tent Sale
What: Save 50-80% off women's clothing and lingerie. Lace dresses $64 (was $154). Metallic wrap dresses $68 (was $168). Silk with lace insets $79 (was $198).
When: March 30-April 13, 2013. Mon-Sat 11:30am-7:30pm, Sun 11:30am-6:30pm
Where: 230 Mott Street (b/n Spring & Prince St)

A Few More Sales This Week!

Who: The Wrights Collection Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off Fall 2012 - CASH ONLY!
When: Nov 8-9, 2012. 9am-7pm.
Where: 110 W 40th St - Suite 1002 (b/n Broadway and 6th Ave). 212-391-2150

Who: AEFFE Sample Sale
What: 65%+ off menswear and womeneswer from labels like Alberta Ferretti, Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschinom, Pollini and Cacharel
When: Nov 7-10, 2012. Wed-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm
Where: 30 West 56th Street - 1st floor (b/n 5th & 6th Ave). 212-632-9300

Who: Jamari Int'l Ltd. Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off kidswear
When: Nov 5-16, 2012. M-F 9am-5pm
Where: 525 Seventh Avenue - Suite 906 (at 38th St). 212-693-1733

Who: Butter, Bettye Muller & Something Bleu Stock/Sample Shoe Sale
What: Discounts on boots, pumps, chic skimmers, flats, gorgeous peep-toes, and platforms. The sale will feature tons of current styles retailing from $250-$700, now available for $60-$280. CASH ONLY
Where: Nov 9-13, 2012. Fri, Mon-Tues 9am-7pm, closed Sat & Sun
Where: 307 7th Ave - Suite 2307 (b/n 27th & 28th St). 212-366-1822

Who:Portolano Sample Sale
What: Discounts on Men's & Women's, hats, gloves, sweaters, scarves, hoisery and socks
When:  Nov 5-16, 2012.  Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, closed Sat-Sun
Where 15 W 37th St - 2nd Floor (b/n 5th & 6th Ave). 212-719-4403

Who: Dsquared2, Maison Martin Margiela, Viktor&Rolf, MM6, & More Sample Sale
What:  Discounts on men's and women's apparel and accessories.  Based on previous sales, sizing is almost all sample size (M for men).  Credit/Debit ONLY.
When: Nov 8-10, 2012.  Thurs 2pm-7pm, Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 12pm-5pm
Where: 220 W 19th St - 10th floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave). 646-613-8457

Who: Pamella Roland Sample Sale
What: Up to 90% off on evening separates, cocktail dresses and gowns. No strollers allowed.
When: Nov 6-8, 2012. Tues-Thurs 10am-6pm
Where: 501 Seventh Avenue (nr37 Street) Suite 300. 212-921-1211

A few more sample sales this week!

Who: Manolo Blahnik Sample Sale
What: Steep discounts on the ever famous footwear. Pumps start at $100
When: May 12, 2011. 11am-3pm (9am-11am is by invite only!)
Where: Warwick Hotel, 65 W. 54th St. (near 6th Ave.), 2nd Floor

Who: Twinkle by Wenlan
What: Stock up on whimsical women's clothing at steep discounts. Jersey dresses now $118, Printed dresses now $176.
When: May 12-13, 2011. Thurs, Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 545 8th Ave -17th floor

Who: Butter, Bettye Muller and Something Bleu Shoe/Stock Sample Sale
What: Sample shoes are just $60 and stock shoes are $100 (were $200-$400). CASH ONLY
When: May 13-18, 2011. Fri (10am-7pm), Sat (11am-6pm), Sun (closed), Mon-Wed (10am-7pm)
Where: Butter & Something Bleu Showroom - 307 7th Avenue (btw. 27th & 28th streets), Suite 2307

Who: Armani Sample Sale
What: Ready-to-Wear and Accessorize Armani Sale. Exclusive deals will be available on women's and men's apparel from Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni, Emporio Armani and Armani Jeans.
When: May 14-18, 2011. Sat-Sun 9:30am-6:30pm Mon-Tues 9:30am-7:30pm Wed 9:30am-5:30pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave).

Who: Only Hearts and Snackwell's
What: Fashion & Fudge Fix, a shopping and snacking event; 20% off purchase when you present the invite above
Where: Only Hearts, Nolita (230 Mott St) and Upper West Side (286 Columbus Ave) store locations
When: Saturday, May 14th

Sample Sales This Week: November 1-7, 2010

Who: Rock & Republic
What: Up to 80% off on denim for men and women. Sale includes best selling outerwear and sportswear: tops, sweaters, dresses, shorts, skirts and jackets along with a variety of children's wear and maternity lines. Tanks & tees will start at just $14.99
When: November 4-6, 2010. Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat11am-8pm
Rock & Republic of up to 80% off some 40,000 pieces of premium luxe including women's and men's jeans in all sizes as well as a full range of best selling outerwear and sportswear: tops, sweaters, dresses, shorts, skirts and jackets along with a variety of children's wear and maternity lines. Tanks & tees will start at just $14.99!
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 4th Floor. 123 West 18th Street (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)

Who: Lucky Shops by Lucky Magazine
What: Up to 70% off over 60 designers/brands at this ticketed event alongside complimentary cocktails, giveaways and music.
When: November 4-6, 2010 Thurs 6pm-9pm, Fri noon-8pm, Sat 11am-5pm
Where: 125 West 18th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)


Who: Erica Weiner Sample Sale
What: Select merch on sale at this Cash Only Jewelry sample sale.
When: November 5-7, 2010. Fri 3pm-9pm, Sat-Sun 1pm-8pm
Where: 195 Chrystie St (nr Rivington St) Suite 809H.

Who: Mina - Albright Fashion Library Outlet Sale
What: Up to 95% off on pieces purchased for celebrity dressing and many have never been worn. Evening, ready-to-wear, coats, shoes, and accessories. Sizes 0-10, with tons of sample sizes. Most one-of-a-kinds.Narciso Rodriguez leather jacket $490 (was $4,900). Dolce & Gabanna sequined $590 (was $3,600). Chloe gown $590 (was $2,950). Manolo Blahnik flat boot $240 (was $1,200). Chanel pumps $200 (was $800). Dolce & Gabbana sling-backs $125 (was $600).
When: October 29-November 7, 2010. Mon-Sun 11am-8pm. 212.253.5894
Where: 32A Cooper Square (6 St & 4 Ave)

Who: Paul & Shark Men's Sample Sale
What: Up To 70% Off on Italian made Men's Fall 2010 merch including outerwear, short sleeve polo's, jeans, trousers, wool and cotton sweaters, 100% cotton woven shirts and Men's shoes.
When: November 2-4, 2010. Tues-Wed 9am-5pm, Thurs 10am-3pm
Where: 79 Madison Ave. (at 28th Street) Suite 1206

Who: Pricila Coats Collection - Sample Sale
What: Discounts on a wide selection of wool and down coats for men & women from Miss Sixty, Michael Kors, kenneth Cole and many others. Originally priced at $230-$330, now $79.99. All sales are final. No exchanges. No returns.
When: November 3-6, 2010. Wed-Thurs 9am-7pm
Where: 215 West 40th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave) 6th Floor

Who: The Butter, Tibi, Bettye Muller & Something Bleu Stock/Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on current boots and shoes retailing from $250-$650, now $60-$200.
When: November 5, 8-11 2010. Fri, Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm.
Where: 307 7th Ave (b/n 27th & 28th St) Suite 2307. (212) 366-1822

Who: Andrew Marc Sample Sale
What: Women's, girls (sizes 4-14), and men's leather and luxury fabric outerwear up to 65% off retail.
When: November 6-14, 2010. Sat & Sun 10am-6pm, Mon-Fri 8am-7pm
Where: 401 7th Ave - Penn Plaza Pavilion (b/n 32nd & 33rd St) (212) 840-1800