NYC Sample Sales: April 28-May 4, 2014

Who: LPD New York - SALE EXTENDED plus an additional 50% sale price!
What: Up to 75% off women's and men's American streetwear style t-shirts, jerseys and parkas. Best known for their collection featuring football jersey-inspired tees sporting the names of the industry’s best and brightest designers. Philo, Wang, Tisci – which team will you choose?
When: April 25-29, 2014. Fri 11am-7pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm. Mon-Tues 11am-6pm. Now taking phone orders at 212-226-6728.
Where: 84 Wooster (b/n Spring & Broome St), Suite 304

Who: Hanro of Switzerland

What: Up to 75% off men's and women's underwear and loungewear. Sizes include XS/S for women, M for men and limited availability of other sizes.
When: April 29-30, 2014. Tues 8am-6pm, Wed 8am-5pm.
Where: 358 5th Ave (b/n East 34th and East 35th St), 6th floor

Who: MCM
What: Up to 70% off women's and men's handbags, totes, clutches, wallets, and more.
When: April 29-May 1, 2014. Tues-Thurs 10am-6pm.
Where: 150 34th St (b/n Lexington and Third Ave), 3rd floor. 212-729-9069

Who: Fashionhaus Showroom Sale
What: Discounts on women's and men's clothing. Allude: German cashmere sweaters for men and women. By Malene Birger: Danish collection RTW, knits and accessories. Harvey Faircloth: cashmere cardigans, dresses and colorful flannel pieces. Jean Paul Knott (Featured Photo): Belgian designer, worked with YSL for 13 years. Le Mont. St. Michel: French sweaters, RTW, scarves, hats and outerwear. M. Patmos: luxury knitwear. 0039 Italy: European shirting. Rene Lezard: German designer collection of leather jackets, suiting, shirting, knits and dresses. Rene Lezard for Men: suits, overcoats trousers, sportcoats and ties. Roseanna: pants, jackets, lingerie.
When: April 29-May 2, 2014. Tues-Wed 9am-6pm, Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-6pm.
Where: Fashionhaus, 50 West 40th St (b/n 5th and 6th Aves), 9th floor

Who: Zadig & Voltaire
What: Up to 80% off on women's, men's, kids, and accessories.
When: April 29-May 3, 2014. Tues 9am-8pm, Thurs-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-7pm
Where: 260 Fifth Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St)

Who: Gemma Kahng
What: Up to 70% off glamorous, post punk womenswear from a designer who's dressed sexy style icons like Madonna and Sharon Stone.
When: April 30-May 2, 2014. Wed-Fri 10am-7:30pm
Where: 270 W 38th St, 20th Floor

Who: Botkier Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off plus snag one-of-a-kind samples from one of Sugar Rock Catwalk's favorite handbag designers.
When: April 30-May 4, 2014. Wed-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Where: 225 Fifth Ave (b/n 26th & 27th St)

Who: ICB by Prabal Gurung, J. Press, York Street
What: Snag discounts on women's RTW from ICB  at up to 85% off plus menswear from J. Press and York Street at up to 70% off.
When: April 30-May 2, 2014. Wed-Fri 11am-6pm
Where: 530 7th Ave (b/n West 38th and West 39th St), 29th Floor

Who: Vivienne Tam
What: Up to 75% off women's RTW and past season archive pieces.
When: April 30-May 2, 2014. Wed 9am-8pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-6pm.
Where: 260 West 39th St (b/n 7th and 8th Ave), 11th floor

Who: Multi-Designer Sale
What: Mostly womens merchandise, with limited mens available. Free People, Paper Denim & Cloth, American Vintage, Torn by Ronny Kobo, 360 Sweater, Cecilia de Bucourt, Numph. Cash and credit cards accepted.
When: April 30-May 4, 2014. Wed-Sat 10:30am-7pm, Sun 10:30am-5pm
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Avenue (b/n 15th & 16th St)

Who: Melissa Joy Manning
What: Up to 75% off retail on jewelry.
When: May 2-3, 2014. 11am-7pm
Where: 12 Wooster St

NYC Sample Sales: December 16-22, 2013

Who: YUMI KIM Warehouse Sale
What: Save up to 75% off tops, bottoms and dresses. Inspired by vintage prints and silhouettes. Cash and credit cards accepted. All sales are final.
When: December 12-19, 2013. Thurs-Thurs 12-7pm
Where: 1331 Third Avenue (b/n 76th & 77th Streets), 212.249.0998 or 105 Stanton Street (b/n Ludlow & Essex Streets), 212.420.5919

Who: DELICATE RAYMOND Sample Sale
What: Over 1,000 pieces of 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s vintage costume jewelry at $5. Clip-on earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches and pins.
When: December 9-24, 2013. Mon-Sun 12-7pm
Where: Delicate Raymond Jewelry Bar, 73A Orchard Street (b/n Broome & Grand Streets)

Who: NILI LOTAN Sample Sale
What: Fall and Pre-Fall collection of ready-to-wear including sweaters, coats, tops, bottoms now 60% off. Cash only.
When: December 14-17, 2013. Sat-Tues 10am-7pm
Where: 48 Walker Street (b/n Church & Broadway). 212.219.8794

Who: Jason Wu
What: The designer's first ever sample sale! Snag a striped sweater for $160 (was $795), color block handbag $359 (was $1,795) and shoes for $197 (was $985)
When: December 16-17, 2013. Mon-Tues 10am-7pm
Where: 225 5th Ave (b/n 26th & 27th St)

Who: CHIBI JEWELS sample sale
What: Designers include Chibi Jewels, Stephani Johnson, Skeem, Emi & Jay, Cotton Citizen, Bliss in Live, Charmed Circle. Prices 50-90% off retail.
When: December 16-20, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-8pm
Where: 611 Broadway (b/n Broadway & Houston) Suite 321, 212.243.3575

Who: BOCHIC sample sale
What: One-of-a-kind fine jewelry pieces. Earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings. Prices up to 70% off.
When: December 16-17, 2013. Mon-Tues 11am-5pm
Where: 12 West 57 Street (b/n 5th & 6th Avenues) Suite 806

Who: AMRITA SINGH Sample Sale
What: Save up to 90% off bangles, necklaces, earrings, rings and handbags. Costume jewelry $5 to $40. Sterling with semi-precious stones $75 to $250.
When: December 16-18, 2013. Wed-Fri 11am-5pm
Where: 580 Broadway (b/n Prince & Houston) Suite 1109

Who: COCO AND BREEZY sample sale
What: Up to 70% off eyewear for men and women by twin sisters Corianna and Brianna.
When: December 17, 2013. Tues 1pm-10pm
Where: The Soho Art House, 138 Sullivan Street

Who: ALOHA RAG Sample Sale
What: Up to 90% off on Ready-to-wear from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Carven, Thomas Wylde, Jil Sander, Dosa, Peter Cohen, Faliero Sarti and more
When: December 18-22, 2013. Wed-Sun 12-6pm
Where: 545 Greenwich Street (b/n Vandam & Charlton Streets), Suite 2A. 212.925.0882

Who: EDMUNDO CASTILLO sample sale
What: Pumps, booties and sexy stilettos at 60-70% off. Cash and credit cards.
When: December 18-19, 2013. Wed-Thurs 9am-7pm
Where: 601 West 26 Street (b/n 11th & 12th Avenues), Room M252 (on 2nd Mezzanine)

Who: FRETTE sample sale
What: Fine Italian linens for bed, bath and table. Also giftware and Frette-to-wear. Credit cards only. No strollers allowed in the sale. No children under the age of 12 will be admitted.
When: December 18-22, 2013. Wed-Sat 9am-6:30pm, Sun 9am-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33 Street (b/n 8th & 9th Avenues)

Who: JOIE, EQUIPMENT and CURRENT/ELLIOT sample sale
What: Save 50-75% off retail outerwear, sweaters, silk tops, tees, denim and more.
When: December 18-22, 2013. Tues 9am-7pm, Wed-Thurs 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Where: 260 Fifth Avenue (b/n 28th & 29th Streets)

Who: BOTKIER sample sale
What: Up to 75% off on handbags, classics and one-of-a-kind samples. Cash and credit cards accepted.
When: December 19-22, 2013. Thurs-Sun 10am-7pm
Where: 225 Fifth Avenue (b/n 26th & 27th Streets)

Who: PROENZA SCHOULER sample sale
What: Fall 2013 collection overstock and one-of-a-kind tops, bottoms and dresses. Up to 85% off. Prices from $65.
When: December 19, 2013. Thurs 10am-6pm
Where: 76 Mercer Street (b/n Spring & Broome Streets)

Who: MAVI sample sale
What: Save up to 70% on clothing for men and women. Snag jeans, tops and dresses. Jeans $20. Jackets $25. Dresses $15.
When: December 12-17, 2013. Thurs-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Mon-Tues 10am-5pm
Where: 550 Seventh Avenue (b/n 38th & 39th Street), 23rd Floor

Who: REEM ACRA sample sale
What: Prices up to 85% off retail on red carpet worthy looks and bridal, from $200 to $3,000. Sizes 2-14.
When: December 20, 2013. Fri 10am-4pm
Where: 240 West 35 Street (b/n 7th & 8th Avenues) 7th Floor
917.747.3410

Who: ULLA JOHNSON sample sale
What: Fall and holiday collections at up to 70 percent off.
When: December 19-20, 2013. Thurs-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 270 Lafayette Street (b/n Prince & Houston), Suite 1403

Who: VERA WANG sample sale
What: Bridal gowns at deep discounts. All sales final. No children. No strollers allowed.
When: December 16-18, 2013. M 4-7 T 10-7 W 10-3
Where: Studio Arte, 265 West 37 Street (b/n 7th & 8th Avenue), 17th Floor. 212.920.1211

Ongoing Sales:
Who: ACROBAT, Hanky Panky and Shui Chen Sample Sale
What: 60-80% off retail on Fall sweaters and knitwear from Acrobat. Thongs, bras, camisoles and sleepwear up to 75% off from Hanky Panky.
When: December 12-16, 2013. Thurs-Fri 10am-8pm, Mon 10am-8pm
Where: 215 West 40 Street (b/n 7th & 8th Avenues), 12th Floor

Who: RALPH LAUREN Sample Sale
What: Fall/Winter 2013 collections for men and women. Credit cards only. No strollers or children under age of 12 allowed in the sale.
When: December 13-16, 2013. Fri-Sun 9am-6:30pm, Mon 9am-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33 Street (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: PORTOLANO Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off on gloves with both silk and cashmere lining. Pashmina shawls from Nepal, cashmere scarves, hats and gloves, handbags, small leather goods, handmade Italian silk ties, cashmere sweaters, plush shawls and coordinating hat, glove and scarf sets. Also Portolano Kids. Check out the November sample sale report for details on what to expect.
When: December 2-18, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 15 West 37 Street (b/n 5th & 6th Avenues), 2nd Floor

Who: QI and AINSLEY Sample Sale
What: Save up to 70% off all inventory. Cashmere sweaters and accessories from Qi. Tops, bottoms, jackets and outerwear from Ainsley.
When: December 11-20, 2013. Mon-Sat 11am-7pm
Where: 260 West 39 Street(b/n 7th & 8th Ave), Suite 1500

Who: YARNZ Sample Sale
What: Cashmere scarves and wraps $20 to $80 (retail $90 to $200). Cashmere hats and gloves $20 to $30, (retail $70 to $110). Leather printed totes and clutches $60 to $100 (retail $150 to $300). All sales are final. Credit cards accepted on purchases over $250.
When: December 4-19, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm
Where: 260 West 36 Street(b/n 7th & 8th Ave), Suite 201. 212.868.5883

Sample Sales NYC: November 25-December 1, 2013.

After the sample sale explosion the last few weeks, things are quieting down as we take a moment in our pause to remember what we are thankful for and celebrate with our loved ones. That said, there are still a few sample sales to keep you occupied this week.

Who: Cosabella Sample Sale
What: Items range from $13 to $80 (up to 70% off!) Panties, Bras, Robes, Dresses, Babydolls, Camisoles, Skirts, and Dresses will be available! Visa, MC, and Amex only.
Where: Cosabella NY Flagship Store, 220 Lafayette Street between Spring and Kenmare.
When: November 24-26, 2013. Sunday- Tues 11am-7pm

Who: 360 Sweater & Skull Cashmere Sample Sale
What: Womens & Mens samples & stock cashmere sweaters.
When: November 25-29, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 231 West 39 Street, 10th Floor (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)

Who: Mahna Mahna Sale
What: Womens and men clothing and accessories used in editorial shoots, ads, music videos, tv ,film and red carpet. Designers include Tom Ford, Chanel. Celine, Jimmy Choo. Valentino, Maison Martin Margiela and more. Prices from $20. Holiday rental from the company's private collection runs through December 20 by appointment only, e-mail info@mahnany.com for more information.
When: November 25-26, 2013. Mon-Tues 11am-5pm
Where: 134 Spring Street (b/n Wooster & Greene Streets), Suite 304

Who: Botkier Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off on handbags, boots and wallets.
When: November 28-30, 2013. Wed 5pm-8pm, Thurs-Fri 10am-8pm
Where: 525 Broadway (b/n Spring & Broome Streets) 5th Floor

Ongoing Sales:
Who: Minnie Rose Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off on cashmere sweaters, tops, bottoms and accessories
When: November 20-22 and 25-26, 2013. Wed-Fri, Mon-Tues 9am-6pm
Where: 264 West 40 Street (b/n 7th & 8th Avenues) Suite 702

Who: Bulgari Sample Sale
What: Jewelry, watches, handbags, accessories and fragrances. Credit card only. All coats and bags must be checked. All Sales Final. No strollers or children under 12 admitted.
When: November 23-26, 2013. Sat-Tues 9am-6:30pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin Showroom, 317 West 33 Street (b/n 8th & 8th Avenues), 718.747.1656

Who: KAS New York Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off retail on womenswear
When:November 22-27, 2013. Fri, Mon-Wed 10am-5pm Closed Sat & Sun
Where: 231 West 39 Street (b/n 7th & 8th Avenues) Suite 1002

Sample Sale Report: Botkier September 2013

The Botkier Sample Sale is one that I make sure I never miss. You've probably heard me express in the past how much I love the supple leathers and lightweight well designed bags. The designs have shifted over the years from slouchy downtown girl to slick structured bags that have a more lady-like character but I am still an avid fan.

The sale is super organized with many staffers eager to offer their assistance. It was busy without being unmanageable and there was no line when I stopped by after work last night.

The sale tops out at $275 for the larger Legacy samples and at $250 the larger Rock Deco Samples and large Valentina Sample join it. But prices are as low as just $50 for the Valentina hipster and a reasonable $95 for the shoulder! Unfortunately a lot of the smaller size bags are already wiped out and staffers are uncertain whether or not they are restocking.

As for the Valentina satchel I only spotted two left at the sale. One on the sample table in a beautiful jade color that I was contemplating picking up at $133 and another in vibrant blue tucked under the arm of another shopper at $125.

There was a large section of Ryder and Honore styles in the $225 category as well as a few Legacy sample styles that are reminiscent of the bag that started it all - The Trigger, which was also at the same for $195. The Empire Satchel and Key Satchel joined it in the $195 category. For $150 you will find smaller crossbody Honore and Key in addition to photo print Horizon and archive leather totes. For $125 a glitzy woven metallic totes were plentiful but they were not my thing.

Sample Sales NYC: September 23-30, 2013

Who: Botkier
What: Up to 75% off leather handbags from current and past seasons, as well as classic styles and exclusives.
When: Sept 25-28, 2013. Wed-Sat 10am-7pm.
Where: 225 5th Ave (b/n 26th and 27th St) 212-725-5400

Who: Hudson Jeans
What: Up to 70% off men's and women's denim.
When: Sept 25-29, 2013. Wed—Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm.
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th and 29th St) 212-725-5400

Who: Beretta Sample Sale
What: Hunting apparel and accessories for men and women at up to 70% off retail prices. Credit cards only. All sales final. No strollers allowed. No children under 12 will be admitted.
When: September 24-26, 2013. Tues-Thurs 9am-6:30pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St (near 8th Ave). 718-747-1656

Who: David Glazer Sample Sale
What: Sartoria Partenopea handmade suits from $1300, jackets from $850, and shirts. Valentini trousers from $125. Roda silk and cashmere printed scarves, shirts and accessories from $75. Tintoria Mattei stone washed shirts $100. Nicky Milano ties and pocket squares.
When: September 5-27, 2013. Daily 11am-5pm, By appointment
Where: 230 Fifth Avenue (at 27 Street) Suite 1209, 212-582-0042

Who: Sferra Sample Sale
What: Sheet sets, duvet cover sets, bed linens, cotton towels, robes, blankets, throws, decorative pillows, baby blankets, table linens, and more at up to 70% off.
When: September 25-29, 2013. Wed-Sat 10am-7pm Sun 10am-5pm
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Avenue (b/n 15-16 St)

Who: The Limited Sample Sale
What: Shop womens clothing, handbags & shoes. Tops, bottoms $5. Jackets, blazers, shoes and handbags $10. Sizes Small, Medium, 0, 2, and 8. Plus sizes from 12-26 from their Eloquii line. Picture ID required to enter. Checks and cash only. No credit cards. No children under 12.
When: September 25, 2013. Wed 8am-7pm
Where: 400 Lafayette Street. (at East 4th Street) 3rd Floor

Who: Loro Piana Sample Sale
When: Men's & women's clohting and accesories. Cashmere knitwear, ready-to-wear, outerwear and accessories. Cashmere and wool fabrics by the bolt, also available. Credit cards only. All sales final. No strollers allowed. No children under 12 will be admitted.
When: September 29-October 3, 2013. Sun-Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St (near 8th Ave). 718-747-1656

Ongoing Sales:
Who: Showroom Seven New York
What: Designers such as Issa, Charlotte Ronson, Pier Antonio Gaspari, Monica Chiang and Liebeskind at deep discounts
When: September 3-October 4, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm. Sat 11am-6pm, Closed Sundays.
Where: 263 11th Ave - 3rd Floor (b/n 27th & 28th St)

NYC Sample Sales: September 16-22, 2013

Who: Christopher Fischer Cashmere
What: Up to 70% off cashmere outerwear, scarves, and sweaters for men and women. Stock will be replenished daily.
When: Sept 14-17, 2013. Sat-Tues 10am-7pm.
Where: 80 Wooster St (b/n Spring and Broome St)

Who: DL 1961
What: Discounts on DL 1961 denim for men and women, women's leathers from Muubaa, Yoon knits, and Julie Brown separates and dresses.
When: Sept 17-19, 2013. Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm.
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36th St (b/n 7th and 8th Ave) 212-947-8748

Who: Knomo
What: Up to 70% off leather handbags, laptop bags, briefcases, and accessories for men and women. Rosa bag $85 (was $350), Dundee bag $110 (was $395).
When: Sept 18-19, 2013. Wed-Sat 10am—5pm.
Where: 320 5th Avenue (at 32nd St), suite 501

Who: Michelle Roth, Henry Roth Bridal
What: Deep discounts on bridal gowns from Michelle Roth and Henry Roth in sizes 8-20. Prices range from $499 to $1499 (wa $2000 to $8000). The sale will be held at Hallak Dry Cleaners, with experts on hand for alterations, gown refreshing, dry cleaning, and more.
When: Sept 19, 2013. Thurs 5:30pm—9:30pm
Where: Hallak Cleaners, 1232 2nd Ave (b/n East 64th and East 65th St)212-832-0750

Who: Erica Weiner Moving Sale
What: One-of-a-kind samples and on-off product development pieces. A selection of vintage supplies, charms, tools, and books from Erica's research library will also be available. CASH ONLY
When: Sept 20-22, 2013. Fri 4pm-8pm, Sat 12pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-5pm.
Where: 195 Chrystie St (b/n Stanton and Rivington St) room 809H

Who: Hermès Sample Sale
What: Discounts on luxury apparel and accesories
When: September 18-21, 2013. Wed-Sat 9am-6pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St (near 8th Ave). 718-747-1656

Ongoing Sales:
Who: Showroom Seven New York
What: Designers such as Issa, Charlotte Ronson, Pier Antonio Gaspari, Monica Chiang and Liebeskind at deep discounts
When: September 3-October 4, 2013. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm. Sat 11am-6pm, Closed Sundays.
Where: 263 11th Ave - 3rd Floor (b/n 27th & 28th St)

Upcoming Sales:
Who: Botkier
What: Up to 75% off leather handbags from current and past seasons, as well as classic styles and exclusives.
When: Sept 25-28, 2013. Wed-Sat 10am-7pm.
Where: 225 5th Ave (b/n 26th and 27th St) 212-725-5400

Who: Hudson Jeans
What: Up to 70% off men's and women's denim.
When: Sept 25-29, 2013. Wed—Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm.
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th and 29th St) 212-725-5400
Link: Hudson Jeans

NYC Sample Sales: May 20-27, 2013

Sample sales galore continue! I wish I could make it to more but I'm moving next weekend and think I will find myself buried packing boxes for the next few days. If you stop by a sale that's awesome or awful, let us know!

Who: Lisa Perry Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off. Original samples up to 90% off. Crepe dresses $200 (was $995). Knit wool A-line dresses for $200 (was $895).
When: May 16-28, 2013. Mon-Sun 10am-6pm
Where: 988 Madison Avenue (b/n 76th & 77th Streets), 212.334.1956

Who: Christian Siriano Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off womenswear
When: May 19-22, 2013. Sun 11am-5pm. Mon-Wed 10am-6pm
Where: 37 W 57th St - 9th floor (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Adrienne Landau Home Sample Sale
What: Up to 60% off on fur or faux fur throws and pillows. All sales final. No children or strollers allowed.
When: May 19-22, 2013. Sun 11am-5pm Mon-Wed 10am-6pm
Where: 37 West 57 street (b/n 5th & 6th Ave) 9th Floor.

Who: Joseph Abboud Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off menswear overstock sportswear and tailored clothing including suits, sport coats, jackets, trousers, pants, sweaters, knits, sport shirts, dress shirts and more. All sizes. CREDIT CARD ONLY.
When: May 19-23, 2013. Sun 9-6 Mon-Wed 9-7 Thurs 9-5
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33 Street (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Jennifer Tyler Sample Sale
What: 60-80% off on knitwear from Spring and winter. Bolero cashmere sweater with camisole in four colors $100 (was $750).
When: May 20-23, 2013. Mon 4pm-8pm Tues-Thurs 10am-7pm
Where: The Surrey Hotel, 20 East 76 Street (at Madison Avenue). 212.288.3700

Who: Bauble Bar Friends & Family Sale
What: Snag one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces at up to 70% off. Space limited, must sign up via EventBrite for a time slot.
When: May 20-22, 2013. Mon-Wed 10am-8:30pm
Where: 230 Fifth Avenue, Suite 610

Sample Sale Report: Botkier November 2012

Last night I stopped by the Botkier Friends and Family sample sale to moderate crowds and plenty of bags as low as $50. I have been a longtime fan of Botkier handbags thanks to their lightweight nature and great design. I've witnessed the transformation from slouchy downtown cool to a simpler and more refined elegance and I'm still a fan.

Anyways as for the sale, it was held at Botkier headquarters in the showroom itself so it is a much smaller space than previous sample sales. The sale is set up into 2 rooms with many shelves of merchandise in addition to tables. The first room contained mostly stock while the back room held the one-offs and samples. Here I spotted mini pouchettes in metallic and camo print for just $50!

Sample Sales Nov 26-Dec 2, 2012

Who: Autumn Cashmere Fall/Winter 2012 Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off stock & one-of-a-kind Cashmere, Cashmere Blends & Cotton Apparel and Accessories.
When: Nov 26-30, 2012. Mon-Fri 9am-7pm. Dec 3-7, Mon-Fri 9am-7pm
Where: 231 West 39th Street, Suite 1111 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave). 212-398-2244

Who: Comptoir des Cotonniers Sample Sale
What: Snag Fall merch at up to 70% off retail
When: Nov 25-29, 2012. Sun 10am-4pm, Mon-Thurs 11am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave). 212-847-8748

Who: coolchange Sample Sale
What: Snag Women’s resort-wear samples including pull on skirts, maxi skirts, maxi dresses, tunics, beach towels
When: Nov 26-30, 2012. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
Where: 231 West 39th Street, Suite 918 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: heikejarick Sample Sale
What: 60%-80% off womens RTW from Spring 2012 and Fall/Winter 2012
When: Nov 26-Dec 7, 2012. Mon - Fri 9am-6pm
Where: 307 W 38th St - Suite 811 (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Ecko Unltd. Sample Sale
What: Men’s and Women’s clothing including Outerwear and shoes at a crazy large discount at the Ecko Sample Sale. Everything must go.
When: Nov 21-30, 2012. 10am-8pm daily
Where: 148 Lafayette Street (b/n Grand & Howard)

Who: ESCADA Sample Sale
What: Up to 90% retail on luxe women's clothing
When: Nov 25-29, 2012. Sun 9am-6pm, Mon-Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd Street (just west of 8th Ave)

Who: Furla Sample Sale
What: Clutches, totes, handbags, messengers, wallets, jewelry, sunglasses, and small accessories at a discount at the Furla Sample Sale. Prices starting at $5. All sales final.Buy any 3 or more leather goods (bags, wallets, pouches) and receive 20% off your FURLA purchase (excludes jewelry, key chains and other non-leather merchandise)
When: Nov 25-28, 2012. Sun 10am-4pm, Mon-Wed 11am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave).

Who: Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry Sample Sale
What: Snag discounts on watches and jewelry.
When: Nov 26-27, 2012. Mon 4pm-9pm, Tues noon-8pm
Where: Regency Hotel, 540 Park Avenue (at 61st St)

Who: BE&D SAMPLE SALE
What: Snag discounts like the Skull Men’s Sneaker Original Price: $128/Sale Price: $75.
Star Women’s Sneaker Original Price: $128/Sale Price: $75. Garbo Tote Original Price: $1,098/Sale Price: $439
When: Nov 28-30, 2012. Wed-Fri 9am-7pm
Where: 260 West 36th Street, 8th Floor

Who: Qi Cashmere Sample Sale
What: 50-70% off retail on cashmere sweaters, accessories, blankets, silk shirts and lace dresses.
When: Nov 29 - Dec 5, 2012. Thurs-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Wed 10am-7pm
Where: 260 West 39th Street, Suite 1500 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Raoul Designer Sportswear Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off, all sizes
When: Nov 26-27, 2012. Mon-Tues 10am-6pm
Where: 70 West 40th Street, 12th Floor

Who: J.Crew
What: Up 60% off on women's (apparel, shoes, handbags, and jewelry), men's & Crewcuts.
When: Nov 27-Dec 2, 2012. Tues-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Where: 260 Fifth Ave. (b/n 28th & 29th St.)

Who: Kleinfeld Bridal
What: 10% of net sales from the sale will support The Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund, The United Way of Long Island, and The American Red Cross.
When: Nov 27, 2012. Tues 3pm-7pm
Where: 110 West 20th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave.)

Who: Simon Showroom Sample Sale
What: Discounts on labels like Citizens of Humanity, Goldsign, Iro and more. Denim samples start at $65. CASH ONLY!
When: Nov 28-29, 2012. 10am-7pm
Where: 95 5th Avenue (at 17th St) - 3rd floor.

Who: Botkier Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on handbags,s hoes and small leather accessories
When: Nov 29-30, 2012. Thurs-Fri 10am-8pm
Where: 525 Broadway 5th Floor (nr Spring St)

Who: Lela Rose
What: Up to 75% off on dresses, tops, and more.
When: Nov 29-30, 2012. Thurs 8am-7pm, Fri 9am-5pm
Where: 224 West 30th St. (bet. 7th & 8th Ave.), 14th Floor.
When: Thursday, November 29th, 8am~7pm

Who: Badgley Mischka
What: Gowns, cocktail dresses, and sportswear will be up to 80% off. Sizes 0-16. A portion of the sales will go towards Hurricane Sandy relief.
Where: 70 W. 40th St. (bet. 5th & 6th Ave.), 12th Floor.
When: Tuesday, November 27th through Thursday, November 29th. 10am~6pm

Who: Complexgeometries Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off samples, shoes, seconds and end of season stock
When: Nov 30-Dec 1, 2012. Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 1pm-7pm
Where: 120 Walker St, elevator 7R. (B/n Baxter and Center St)

Who: Helmut Lang
What: Knits, shirts, sweaters, skirts, dresses, blazers, and outerwear will be available.
When: Dec 2-5, 2012. Sun 10am-5pm, Mon 11am-8pm, Tues-Wed 11am-7pm
Where: 261 W. 36th St. (bet. 7th & 8th Ave.)

Who: Meg Cohen Design Cashmere Sample Sale
What: 50-70% off on cashmere scarves, hats, and gloves for men and women.
When: Nov 27-Dec 2, 2012. Tues-Sun 11am-7pm
Where: 920 Broadway, Suite 905 (b/n 20th & 21st St)

Sample Sale Report: Botkier, May 2012

The Botkier Sample Sale is amongst the small handful of sales I make sure that I never miss. If you get there early there is no telling what sort of delicious gems you can unearth on a sample table or what purse from stock is going to suddenly steal your heart and open up your wallet. Since I’m currently on the job hunt I am fighting myself against running over tomorrow morning to snatch up a few beauties.

Thanks to the wonderful folks at 260 Sample Sale I got to have a peek inside the sale tonight before the crowds are sure to attack the perfectly laden tables.
 
As per usual there is a photo pricing guide posted on walls that take you from $125 for smaller pieces like the Evans Clutch to the Turner iPad Case to Charlotte Crossbody. $150 will take you into the slightly larger Nicola and Stella clutches and the Leela Satchel.

Sample Sales NYC: April 30-May 6, 2012

Who: Norma Kamali Super Sale

What: Discounts on beauty products and womenswear.  Most styles will be under $100.

When: May 1, 2012. 5:30-8:30pm. 

Where: 11 W 56th St (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Botkier Sample Sale

What: 50%-70% off all handbags.  Caravel Satchel was $575, now $180. Phoenix was $575, now $288, Turner $575, now $288.

When: May 1-6, 2012. Tues-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

Where:  255 5th Ave (near 26th St).

Who: Inhabit Sample Sale

What: Women's cashmere is $80 (was $398), cotton apparel is $50 (was $298) and tank tops are $30. Men's cashmere is $80 (was $498) and cotton apparel is $50 (was $288)

When: May 2-3, 2012. 10am-6pm

Where: 320 W 37th St (near 9th Ave) - 14th Floor.

What: MCM Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off handbags, toes, clutches and wallets
When: May 2-4, 2012. Wed 9am-8pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 135 W 52nd St - Suite 5B (near 7th Ave).

Who: Be & D Sample Sale

What: Up to 70% off.  Shoes start at $75, handbags start at $125, clutches and wallets start at $40.

When: May 2-4, 2012.  Wed-Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-6:30pm

Where: 260 W 36th St - 8th Floor

Sample Sales This Week: November 28-December 4, 2011

Who: Autumn Cashmere Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off cashmere apparel and accessories.
When: Nov 28-Dec 2, 2011. 9am-7pm
Where: 231 W 39th St - suite 1111 (near 7th Ave)

Who: Katherine Kwei, Hunter Dixon, Marysia Swim Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off select items
When: Nov 29, 2011. 11am-7pm
Where: 611 Broadway - Suite 742 (near Houston St). 646.476.7665

Who: J. Crew Sample Sale
What: Up to 60% off merchandise for men/women/children.  Daily restocking and through the sale!
When: Nov 29-Dec 3, 2011. Tues-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St). 212.725.5400

Who: L.A.M.B. and Harajuku Lovers' Sample Sale
What: Discounts on fall and winter handbags.  CREDIT CARD ONLY!
When: Nov 29-Dec 1, 2011. Tues 8am-8pm, Wed 10am-8pm, Thurs 8am-6pm.
Where: 347 W 34th St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Qi and Ainsley Sample Sale

What: Cashmere sweaters/dresses start at $50 and coats are $75-$125.

When: Nov 29-Dec 3, 2011. Tues-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm.

Where: 261 W 36th St (near 7th Ave).

Who: Derek Lam Sample Sale
What: Discounts on womenswear. The gold silk-lame blouse is $450 (was $1,490), striped flannel trousers are $250 (were $790) and the crinkle wool tank dress is $335 (was $1,090).
When: Nov 30-Dec 1, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: 76 Mercer St (near Broome St)

Who: Botkier Online Sample Sale
What: Score up to 60% bags including styles like Trigger, Bianca, Brinks, Misha and more.  Plus - "Like" Botkier on Facebook and receive an additional 10% off!
When: Nov 30-Dec 2, 2011.  Starts at 9am on Wed Nov 30.
Where: Online

Who: Nicholas K Sample Sale
What: Score discounts on menswear and womenswear.  Samples are priced between $40-$180 while overstock merch is 60+% off.
When: Nov 30-Dec 4, 2011. Wed 11am-7pm, Thurs 10:30am-8pm, Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
Where: 809 Washington St (b/n Gansevort and Horatio St).

Who: Theory (Men's) Sample Sale
What: Up to 65% off menswear.
When: Dec 7-Dec 10, 2011. Wed 12pm-8pm, Thurs-Fri (8am-8pm), Sat 10am-6pm
Where: 139 5th Ave - 2nd floor (b/n 20th & 21st St). 212.398.2777

Who: Theory (Women's) Sample Sale
What: Up to 65% off womenswear.
When: Nov 30-Dec 4, 2011. Wed-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm
Where: 261 W 36th St - 2nd Floor (near 7th Ave)

Who: Gilded Age Sample Sale
What: Score 60-75% off menswear and accessories.
When: Nov 30-Dec 3, 2011. Wed-Fri 10am-7:30pm, Sat 10am-4:30pm
Where: 580 Broadway - 9th Floor, Suite 912 (near Houston St)

Who: Be&D Sample Sale
What: Up to 80 percent off. Convertible messenger styles are cut from $945 to $340, vintage carryalls with chain-link straps are $250 (usually $550) and braided-leather fold-over looks are chiseled from $398 to $180.
When: Nov 29-Dec 1, 2011. 9am-7pm
Where: 260 W 36th St - 8th Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 212-290-1211

Who: Lela Rose Sample Sale
What:  Up to 75% off womenswear and accessories
When: Nov 30-Dec 2, 2011. Wed 8am-7pm, Thurs 9am-6pm, Fri 9am-5pm
Where: 224 W 30th St - 14th Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Shipley & Halmos Sample Sale

What: Deep discounts on menswear (this is the brand's first men's sample sale!). The Ruska Leather Jacket is $300 (was $850), the Harrison Cotton Blazer is $175 (was $415) and the Obama Chambray Woven Shirt is $75 (was $190).

When: Dec 1-3, 2011. Thurs-Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat-12pm-4pm.

Where: 8 Greene St (near Canal St) - 2nd floor.

Who: Archetype Showroom Sample Sale
What: 20-40% off labels including Iro, Surface to Air, The Reformation and Veda
When: Dec 1-3, 2011. 10am-7pm
Where: 676 Broadway - 2nd floor (near Bond St)

Who: Alexis Bittar Sample Sale
What: Deals on stylish jewelry.  CASH ONLY.
When: Dec 2-3, 2011. 9am-6:30pm
Where: 125 W 21st St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave).

Who: Amanda Uprichard Sample Sale
What: Discount on womenswear.  Silk dresses are $70 and silk blouses are $50.
When: Dec 2-4, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where:  5 Rivington St (at Bowery St).

More Sales in NYC This Week

Who: Jussara Lee

What: 50% off on tailored and ready-to-wear clothing from the designer’s archives and recent collections

When: Now through October 31, 2011. 11am-7pm

Where: 11 Little West 12th St (at 9^th Ave)  212-242-4128.

Who: Vilebrequin Sample Sale

What: Up to 80% off on men’s beachwear

When: October 19-20, 2011. We-Thurs 9am-7pm

Where: 160 Varick Street (b/n Charlton and Vandam St), 2nd floor. 212-546-9220.

Who: Botkier Sample Sale
What: Rare archive and sample clutches, purses, frame bags, and small leather goods for $100-$400.
When: October 20-21, 2011. Thurs-Fri 11am-6pm
Where: 525 Broadway (att Spring St) 5th floorr

Who: Lighthouse International Benefit
What: Up to 50% off vintage Chanel, Hermès, and Louis Vuitton handbags in mint condition.
When: October 21-23, 2011. Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun noon-5pm

Where: 111 East 59th St (b/n Lexington & Park Ave) 2nd floor.

Studio Time with Monica Botkier

I recently had the chance to pay one of my favorite handbag designers, Monica Botkier, a visit in her Soho design studio/showroom.  We sat and talked about life, her family (she is the mother of 3!), how she fell into accessory design while working as a photographer and she even doled out some life advice for me in the manner of a wiser older sister as she showed me her upcoming Spring collection.  While I can't share images yet I can tell you about a design shift away from the downtown slouchy bags which the designer built her name on to more structured, luxe new classics.  The result is definitely very lady-like but with always an element of fun - like a pop of electric color or unique materials like rubberized leather.

While Botkier has always embraced unique Italian leathers, one of the big changes is that going forward all of the hardware is customized.  In fact I just learned that all of the gold tone hardware that will be used going forward is actually gold plated!  This results in a rich tone and very even smooth finish.  Even the nameplate and zipper pull are also undergoing a minor transformation from an oval to a more square shape!  Despite the changes the Botkier core commitment to lightweight, functional, quality handbags remains the same. 

More Sample Sales This Week!

Who: Eugenia Kim Online Sample Sale
What: If you missed the brick and morter sample sale the other week, fear not! Now is your chance to snag up to 70% off on Spring 11 hats and headpieces for men and women.
When: Sale starts today!
Where: Online Only

Who: Botkier Facebook Friends with Benefits Event

What: Snag 50% off on select styles of handbags and shoes. The Helena Satchel is now $272.50 (was $545), The Audrey Sandal is $112.50 (was $225).

When: Now through June 30, 2011, 11am.

Where: On Facebook, just like Botkier's Facebook page to enter.

Who: Cushnie et Ochs Spring Sample Sale
What: 79-90% off on Spring 2011 ready-to-wear womenswear and runway shoes. Visa, MasterCard and cash only.
When: June 29, 2011. Wed 10am-7pm
Where: 336 West 37th St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave) Suite 1200

Who: Tucker Sample Sale
What: Up to 50% off past season merch and samples
When: June 29-30, 2011. Wed-Thurs 9am-7pm
Where: 413 W 14th Street – Suite 403 (b/n 9th & 10th Ave)

Who: Boutique on 57 Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off womenswear from Etro, Chloe, Valentino, Gucci and Prada
When: June 28-30, 2011. Tues-Thurs 10am-7pm
Where: 12 W 57th St – Suite 807 (b/n 5th & 6th Ave) 212-247-2229

Updated Sample Sales This Week: May 2-8, 2011

Who: Thakoon Sample Sale
What: Discounted womenswear. CASH/CHECKS ONLY.
When: May 4-6, 2011. 8:30am-6:30pm
Where: 270 Lafayette St - suite 1005 (b/n Prince & Jersey St).

Who: Nancy Gonzalez Sample Sale
What: Luxe exotic skins handbags at over 50% off. Clutches now $750,Medium bags are 1150. Small bags $1000, Medium Size Bags $1250, Large bags $1450.
When: May 2-3, 2011. Mon 10am-7pm, Tues 10am-3pm
Where: Flatotel, 135 West 52nd Street (5th Floor)

Who: Jane Mayle Kamikaze Pop-Up
What: Up to 50% off her collection of limited-edition favorites, including rompers, dresses, handbags, and more. Standouts include a Clothilde romper in Zebra Fleur (now $475), Samira soft fold in Green Jacqueline (now $45), and Lala dress in Grey Gardens (now $375).
When: May 3-6, 2011. Tues noon-6pm, Wed-Fri noon-7pm
Where: 2 Great Jones Street (at Broadway)


Who: Botkier Online Sample Sale

What: Up to 70% off on lightweight leather and exotic skin handbags. Snag classic styles in never before seen colors including the Trigger, Bianca, Sasha and more. Free shipping and gift with purchase.
When: May 3-6, 2011
Where: Online Only.

Who: Furla Sample Sale

What: Sale on Women and Men's bags, clutches, belts, key chains and more. Also pick up briefcases, totes, computer bags, duffle bags that would be great Mother's & Father's Day gifts! All sales final.
When: May 3-5, 2011. Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36th St (b/n 7th and 8th Ave), 2nd Floor

Who: Borghese Cosmetics Mother's Day Sample Sale
What: Cosmetics, skincare, and gift sets. High-end skin care at ridiculously low prices. Cash Only. Bring your own bag.
When: May 4-5, 2011. Wed-Thurs 10am-3pm
Where: 10 East 34th St (b/n 5th and Madison) 3rd Floor

Who: MiH Jeans Sample Sale
What: Shop wholesale prices on jeans, shirts, and jersey basics
When: May 4-6, 2011. Wed-Fri 9am-8pm
Where: 584 Broadway (b/n Houston & Prince St)646-374-1730

Who: Fashionhaus Sample and Stock Sale
What: Up to 80% off on merch by Matthew Ames, By Marlene Birger, Harvey Faircloth, and more.
When: May 4-6, 2011. Wed & Fri 9am-6pm. Thurs 9am-7pm
Where: 58 West 40th St, 9th Floor (nr 5th Ave) 212-575-1500

Who: Dsquared, Maison Martin Margiela, MM6, Viktor & Rolf Sample Sale

What: Jackets starting at $200, pants $100-300, skirts and shirts $100-200.
When: May 5-7, 2011. Thurs-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat noon05pm
Where: 220 West 19th St (b/n 7th and 8th Ave), 12th floor

Who: Catherine Malandrino Sample Sale
What: Spring/Summer merch from both the Catherine Malandrino line and the Malandrino Runway collection. Blouses were $395, now $95. Skirts were $275, now $65. Dresses were $525, now $155, leather jackets were $1200, now $295. For an addtional 10% off make sure you RSVP here.

When: May 5-8, 2011. Thurs-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7pm

Where: 155 5th Ave (b/n 21st & 22nd St)

Who: Comme des Garcon Shopping Festival
What: Up to 70% off on men's & women's clothing and accessories from all of their collections. NYC food vendors will be setting up shop to provide food and beverages. Entertainment will also be on hand.

When: May 6-9, 2011. Fri, Sat & Mon 10am-7pm, Sun noon-8pm
Where: Croatian Church, 502 W 41st St (b/n 10th and 11th Ave)

Ongoing Sales:
Who: BGN Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off on Dresses, suits, tops, and pants
When: Now Through May 31, 2011. Tues-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 202 West 40th, Suite 902 (nr 7th Ave)

Who: Missoni, Valentino, Red Valentino Sale
What: Get up to 80% off on spring/summer items, including clothes, outerwear, bags and shoes.
When: Now through May 6, 2011. 10am-7pm, Daily
Where: 41 West 57th St, 5th Floor (nr 5th Ave) 212-935-2670

Sample Sales This Week: April 11-17, 2011

Who: Loro Piana
What: Snag discounts on Italian luxury goods.
When: April 10-14, 2011. Sun-Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
Where: 317 West 33rd St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)718-747-1656

Who: Tusk Sample Sale
What: 50-70% off leather bags and accessories for men, women and travel. Womens wallets are $40 (were $95), men's billfold wallets are $30 (was $70), leather totes are $80 (was $225) and travel items are $25-$60 (were $40-$90). Receive 5% off purchases of $200-$299, 10% off purchases of $300+ and 15% off regularly priced merchadise. Purchases come with a complimentary canvas tote!
When: April 11-16, 2011. Mon-Fri 11am-7pm
Where: 242 West 26th St. (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Kaelen Trunk Show/Sale
What: Label to watch designer Kaelen Farncombe is hosting a chance to snag her Fall 2010 collection at 50% off(approx $80-575)in addition to new Spring 2011 looks at retail.

When: April 12, 2011. Tues 6pm-9pm

Where: Launch Collective, 11 West 25th St, 7th Floor (b/n Broadway & 6th Ave)

Who: Annie Yee Sample Sale
What: Up to 50% on past merchandise. 10% on the new Spring collection. Pre-order the Fall collection at our special Friends/Family prices
When: April 12, 2011. Tues 4pm-8pm
Where: EVA NY, 355A Bowery (b/n 3rd & 4th St)

Who: Clothingline Sample Sale
What: Snag items from Botkier:clutches, handbags, small accessories, shoes & more.
Eva Franco: spring dresses & more. Milly and Laila Azhar: one of a kind samples. Walter: limited quantities in tops, skirts, dresses & more. Alisha Levine: silk blouses, dresses & more.
When: April 12-14, 2011. Tues, Thurs 11am-7pm, Wed 11am-6pm
Where: 261 W 36th St, 2nd Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Elie Tahari Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off womenswear, menswear and accessories
When: April 12-16, 2011. Tues-Fri (8:30am-7:30pm), Sat (10am-5pm)
Where: 510 Fifth Ave, (b/n 42nd and 43rd St). 212.398.2622

Who: Charlotte Ronson
What: Discounts on womenswear including chiffon dresses for $80 and sweaters/shorts/skirts for $60.
When: April 13-15, 2011. 10am-7pm
Where: 1071 6th Ave - suite 301 (b/n 40th & 41st St)

Who: Bindya Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on scarves in various materials and prints.
When: April 13-15, 2011. Wed 10am-7pm, Thurs-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 49 West 38th St, 9th Floor (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Otte Sale
What: Up to 70% off Fall 2010 and early Spring 2011 RTW, accessories and shoes.

When: April 13-14, 2011. Thurs-Fri 10am-7pm
Where: 37 West 26th St, Suite 305 (b/n 6th Ave & Broadway)

Who: Katherine Kwei Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off retail prices on leather accessories. The Joyce clutch is $170 (was $335), the Donna Snake Satchel and clutch are $800 and $460, respectively (was $1,555 and $935), the Joyce shoulder bag is $350 (was $625) and the Teresa tote is $350 (was $625).
When: April 14-15, 2011. 10:30am-7:30pm
Where: 611 Broadway - Suite 742 (at the corner of Houston & Broadway).

Who: The Sak Brand Group NYC Spring Sample Sale
What: Bags range from $5-$60!the sak Iris Crossbody was $79 is now $30
the sak Silverlake Crossbody was $129 is now $40, Elliott Lucca Millana Flap was $198 is now $60, Elliott Luca Capella Pleated Demi was $268 is now $60, Sakroots Artist Circle Nano was $49 now is now $30, Sakroots Artist Circle Crossbody was $79 is now $30, Lina Carina Large Satchel was $59 is now $22
When: April 15, 2011. Fri 9am-6pm
Where: 339 5th Avenue, 2nd Floor (b/n 33rd and 34th St) 212.329.4500

Who: Oak NYC + Friends Sample/ Warehouse sale
What: Score amazing deals on past seasons' merchandise and special samples on brands like Pleasure Principle, Hyden Yoo, Funktional, and Standard Issue. Cash Only
When: April 15-17, 2011.Fri-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-7pm.
Where: 208 N 8th St (b/n Roebling & Driggs), Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Who: Earnest Sewn Sample Sale
What: Their FB page says there will be some "amazing samples this time around..." Last sale had jeans at under $100.
When: April 16-24, 2011. Sat-Sun 10am-8pm.
Where: 821 Washington St, 2nd Floor (b/n Little West 12th St & Gansevoort)

Who: Daryl K
What: Up to 70% off on jackets, dresses, pants, and more from their Daryl K collection and sister line Kerrigan
When: April 12, 2011. Tues 11am-8pm
Where: 21 Bond St (b/n Lafayette St and Bowery) 212-529-8790

Video Lookbooks: Rebecca Minkoff & Botkier Spring 2011

Two of our favorite handbag & footwear designers released videos this week - Rebecca Minkoff and Botkier. They're both lovely videos that really capture the essence of spring and each designer's point of view.

Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2011 Video Lookbook

I've been looking forward to Rebecca Minkoff's effortlessly chic spring collection ever since last fashion week. This video lookbook is just perfection - the styling, the camera shots, the music, I love! The bag I'm eying is the Morning After Bag Bombe as seen at 1:19.

Botkier Spring 2011 Behind The Scenes Video

Botkier has been a long time favorite of Erin's; she owns something like six Botkier bags and has bought quite a few for friends and family. This video is Botkier's first official upload onto YouTube, and I think they did great. The bag I'm eying is the Howard St. Satchel seen quickly at 0:19 again at 0:22. I look forward to seeing more videos from Botkier in the future as the line and their social media efforts continue to grow.

Sample Sale Report: Botkier December 2010

Final Update! Shoe pricing added and all of the pictures are up.

UPDATE: Stopped by my apt real quick so I added more photos but even more to come!  I gotta run back out for a bday party! xo.

I literally ran to the Apple Store in Soho so I could give you all the 411 on the Botkier Sample Sale!
The Botkier Sample Sale is AMAZING right now! Maybe it's the eye of the tornado, but it was the perfect calm during my shopping trip. Not too many shoppers, everything perfectly organized. Friendly staffers ready to lend you a hand. Plenty of room in the wall mirrors to scope out your purchases. And finally something that I didn't think I would witness after the VIP night – Sample bags and loads of them!  Turns out that staffers held off on releasing all of them until today and they still may have a few more to be released tomorrow!

As, I’ve mentioned in previous Botkier Sample Sale coverage the sample section mostly involves a random mix of purses, sometimes in one-off colors that never made it to production.  These samples are usually in great condition and sold at great prices.  As with all handbag purchases make sure you test out all the zippers. Apparently the true samples that were released during VIP night vanished within 2 minutes!  But for today,  the sample table is laden with goodies including a football looking bag for $75, a denim colored leather Beck Satchel for $150, a gold tone Hugh for $95 (this one almost came home with me) and much more.   You might even have a better selection than the VIPs thanks to staffers.

Gifting options are plentiful with python look and metallic leather wallets for just $50!  The price list shows some items were $25, but I can’t seem to spot any of these around the cash.  I’m sure they went quickly.

Sexy shoes are plentiful and range in size from 6-11. I am told that what is left in sizes depends on the shoe. Watch out for the sexy Anya sandal ($175). The Holden boot($250) in black/brown is amongst the most popular styles at the sale.  The Tina sandal is $175 vrs the $300 they are on sale for on the Botkier website.  Flats and sandals start at just $100, shootie/ankle boots are $175-200 and knee high/tall boots are $250 for flat or medium heels and $275 for the high heels.  I also spot the Marni Boot with multiple zippers that I saw Monica Botkier personally wear a couple sample sales ago.I had promised myself to start carrying smaller bags.  So my rule going into the sale was small bags only.  I was originally looking for a Trigger Mini Moto (that I have been wanting for years) but unfortunately save for 1 yellow bag, they were sold out. However, the bag that caught me off guard was the Ava crossbody in Metallic Python finish.  Metallic + Python = Perfection. I had saw it online and thought it was cute but in person it knocked me off my feet and had me get my credit card out of the wallet. The Ava crossbody will cost you $200. Le sigh...I was so trying to be good after London! But this is the perfect weekend and everyday glam bag.

But seriously RUN don't walk because the samples won't last! Plenty of stock merchandise for $125-$295.

 

SHOPPING TIPS for a Botkier sample sale:  To prevent hoarders there is a 4 item at a time rule.  Don’t carry too many items or you will be asked to put some down. If you remember to check-in on Four Square they will hook you up with at 10% off discount at the cash.  Remember to hit up the ATM and bring cash for tax free purchases.

 

For more pictures checkout the slideshow!

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