UPDATED Sample Sales This Week: March 21-27, 2011

Who: 3.1 Philip Lim Sample Sale
What: Discounts on women's + men's RTW, kidswear, accessories and shoes. Proceeds will go to the Red Cross to provide relief for Japan!
When: Mar 24-25, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: 260 W 39th St. 17th Floor (b/w 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Hermes Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off bags, scarves, ties and leather goods
When: March 23-27, 2011. W,F,S (9am-6pm), Th (9am-8pm), Su (1pm-5pm)
Where: 317 W 33rd Street (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Sirène Collection’s First Annual Sample Sale
What: Up to 85% off designer swimwear and RTW.
When:Mar 25-26, 2011. Fri (12pm-7pm), Sat (12pm-5pm)
Where: 3 Femme Showroom - 250 W 39th St, Suite 507 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Felice Dee Eyewear Annual Sale
What: Frames from Alain Mikli, Lafot, Thierry Lasry and more up to 80% off. Frames will set you back $25-$800 (was $174-$1,595).
When: March 24-26, 2011. Thurs (11am-7pm), Fri (10am-6pm), Sat (11am-6pm).
Where: 69 E 71st St. (near Madison Ave). 212-717-7062

Who: Dannijo Sample Sale
What: Jewelry starting at just $10.
When: March 22, 2011. Tues 10am-7:30pmWhere: 423 West 14th Street, #3R (near Washington Street) 646-755-8909

Who: United Bamboo
What: Up to 90% off clothing for men and women, shoes, bags, and more with 100% of the proceeds going to tsunami relief.
When: March 22-23, 2011. Tues-Wed 11am-8pm
Where: 217 Centre St (b/n Grand and Howard St), 6th floor

Who: J. Press Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 80% off on menswear
When: March 24-25, 2011. Thurs-Fri 11am-6pm
Where: 530 7th Ave (b/n 38th & 39th St) 29th Floor. 212-997-3600

Who: Dolce & Gabbana Sample Sale
What; Discounts on ready-to-wear, intimates, shoes, bags and accessories
When: March 24-27, 2011. Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-1pmWhere: Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18th St. (b/n 6th & 7th Ave) 4th Floor.

Who: David Yurman Family & Friends Sale
What: Specially priced men's and women's jewelry, timepieces and eyewear.
When: March 24-27, 2011. Thurs (3pm-8pm), Fri-Sat (10am-7pm), Sun (11am-5pm)
Where: The altman Building, 135 W 18th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave).

Who: PPF Consignment’s "Philanthropic, Pretty and Fashionable" Sale
What: Following the success of last year's Haiti earthquake victims fundraiser, designer consignment boutique PPF Consignment is organizing a to benefit the victims of the recent Japan tsunami and earthquake disaster. Owner Alice Chan has rallied all her fashionista friends and contacts from her designer retail days to donate covetable designer items. They'll be priced between just $2 and $18 with all proceeds benefiting Doctors Without Borders. The shop will also be accepting donations anytime between 2pm and 7pm on or before Friday, April 1.
When: April 2-3, 2011. Sat-Sun noon-7pmWhere: 168 Ludlow St # A (nr Stanton) (212) 677-7973

Sample Sales This Week: March 14-20, 2011 - UPDATED

Who: Lauren Merkin
What: Up to 70% off on handbags, clutches, and accessories. Louise bag $100 (was $200), Diana bag $98 (was $195), and small leather goods start at $40.
When: March 15-19, 2011. Tues-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 11am-4pm
Where: 231 West 29th St (nr 7th Ave) Suite 201. 212-239-2459

Who: Lee Angel Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on costume jewelry, plus a $5 room!
When: March 16-18, 2011. Wed-Thurs 11am-7pm, Fri 10am-5pm,
Where: 524 Broadway (at Spring Street) 6th Floor. 212-334-6573

Who: Roberta Freymann Sample Sale
What: 50-80% off women's ready-to-wear, outerwear, jewelry and accessories all designed and discovered by Roberta in exotic destinations Near East and Far East to South America and Europe.
When: March 15-19, 2011. Tues (12pm-5pm), Wed-Fri (11am-6pm), Sat (11am-3pm)
Where: 260 5th Avenue (b/n 28th & 29th St.)

Who: The Sample Room NY Blow-out Sale
What: 40-75% off bridal gowns from Jenny Packham, Elie Saab, Valentino, Manuel Mota, Pronovia, Rosa Clara, Johnna Ho and Badgley Mischka. Prices will range from $700-5000. Average price at $1800
When: March 18-19, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: 40 W 17th St, Suite 2B (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Hayden-Harnett
What Up to 80% off on colorful leather cuffs, handbags, clutches, apparel and more.
When: Now through March 31, 2011.
Where: 211 Franklin Street (at Freeman Street), Greenpoint, Brooklyn. 718-349-2247 or online at haydenharnett.com.

Who: Foley & Corinna
What: Deep discounts on handbags and RTW
When: March 17-20, 2011. Thurs-Sun noon-8pm.
Where: 114 Stanton St between Essex and Ludlow Sts (212-529-2338)

Who: James Perse Sample Sale
What: The sale continues this weekend on great basics and wardrobe staples.
When: March 11-13, 2011. Fri 10am-9pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Where: 382 W Broadway (b/n Spring & Broome)

Who: Patrik Ervell Sample Sale
What: 50-70% off menswear. CASH ONLY
When: March 18-19, 2011. 12pm-6pm
Where: 35 Howard St, suite 4B - buzzer #4. (b/w Crosby & Broadway). 646-912-9083

Ongoing Sales
Who: International Playground
What: 20-70% off on men’s and women’s clothing. Plus Osborn shoes are $100
When: Now through March 13, 2011. Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat noon-9pm, Sun noon-8pm.
Where: 13 Stanton St (nr Chrystie St) 212-228-2323

Who: Emilio Visconti Sample Sale
Who: Italian made Samples and clothing for men and women from designers like Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, Prada, Emilio Pucci, Bluemarine, Missoni, Chloe and more
When: March 1 - May 31, 2011, Mon-Fri 11am-6pm
Where: European Classic Ltd, 48 West 37th St (b/n 5th & 6th Ave), 11 floor

Upcoming Sales:
Who: Hermès Sample Sale
What: Up to 40% off on bags, small leather goods, accessories, scarves, and ties
When: March 23-27, 2011. Wed-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 1pm-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33rd St (nr 8th Ave)

Updated Sample Sales This Week NYC: September 20-26, 2010

Who: Eryn brinié Closing Sale

What: The Soho shop is closing it’s doors so now it’s up to 75% off.

When: Starting today, ongoing til they close forever

Where: 501 Broadway (b/n Spring & Broom St)

Who: Patrik Ervell Sale

What: Up to 70% off on Fall 2010 runway samples, spring 2010 overstock and past-season archival pieces. Outerwear $175- $500 (was $700- $1500), sweaters -$100- $150 (was $350- $500), button-downs are $80- $100 (was $220 -$250)

When: September 24-25, 2010. Fri-Sat noon-6pm

Where: 35 Howard St (near Crosby St) Suite 4

Who: Jane Mayle Micro Boutique
What: The cult designer (who shuttered her Elizabeth Street store in 2009) pops up, bringing her highly coveted fall 2010 capsule collection to the UES.
Why: New items arrive each week. Catch the exclusive boot collab between Mayle and Sigerson Morrison designers next week, and prepare to meet the coat of your dreams in week three.
When: Today-Oct. 14. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Sigerson Morrison, 19 E. 71st St., b/t Fifth & Madison Aves. (212-734-2100).

Who: Dolce Vita/DV Warehouse Sale
What: Boots starting at $49, flats and oxfords from $39, and sandals starting at $19. Clothing from Blank Jeans, Mara Hoffman, Torn, and Mink Pink start at $20.
When: September 24-26, 2010. Friday 5-8 pm. Sat-Sun 10am-6pm

Where: 156 Ludlow St (b/n Stanton & Rivington St) 4th floor

Who: Multi-designer Pop-Up at the Ace Hotel

What: Up to 70% off samples from ten under-the-radar NYC designers, including Georgia Varidakis and Laura Lombardi. Grab a cupcake and some champagne while trying on I Like You as a Friend 18-karat gold wheelchair-charm necklaces which are going for $50 (was $200); Erin Considine recycled brass and crocheted silk necklaces which are going for $89 (was $138); and Miss Lonely Hearts guitar pick necklaces which are going for $85 (was $118)

When: September 22, 2010. 5pm-8pm

Where: Ace Hotel - Room 811. 20 W 29th Street (b/n 5th & 6th Ave.). 212-679-2222

Who: Fenton/Fallon Sample Sale

What: Deep discounts on great graphic and super fun jewelry. Stud Cuffs are $35 (was $180). One of a kind necklaces $80-200 (was $500-1000).

When: September 23-24, 2010. Thursday 1pm-8pm, Fri 1pm-7pm

Where: End of Freeman Alley, 187 Chrystie St. 212.477.1315

Who: Jonathan Adler Warehouse Sale

What: 30-70% off on home décor & dishes.

When: September 24-26, 2010. Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun noon-5pm

Where: 513 Irving Ave (near Halsey St)

Who: Velita Sample Sale
What: Tops start at $39, Dresses start at $69 and blazers starting from $99.

When: September 23-26. Thurs-Sun 11:30am-7:30pm

Where: 211 Mott St (near Spring St) 212.334.1814

Who: Hermes Sale

What: Up to 70% off scarves, handbags and small leather goods.

When: September 22-26, 2010. W, F, S: 9am-6pm, Th: 9am-8pm, Su: 1pm-5pm

Where: 317 W 33rd St (b.n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Priscilla of Boston/Melissa Sweet Bridal Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 75% off bridal gowns/bridesmaid dressed from Priscilla of Boston, Platinum, Melissa Sweet, Reverie and Vineyard Collections
When: September 24-26, 2010. F-S (10am-7pm), Su (10am-5pm)
Where: 75 9th Avenue (Chelsea Market - b/n 15th & 16th St)

Who: Nation LTD Piperlime Pop-up Store
What: Shoes, jewelry, clothing and accessories from over 100 brands. Receive a free limited edition tote bag with every purchase.
When: Now through October 3, 2010. 11am-8pm
Where: 93 Mercer St (b/n Spring & Broome St)

Who: GeoArt by Cynthia Gale Fall Sample Sale
What: Sterling silver jewelry including pieces from their Eternity and Eco-friendly collections, birthstone collectibles, charms, spinning rings and more at wholesale prices. Cash purchases over $100 receive an additional 10% off.
When: September 20 - 24, 2010. 10am-6pm
Where: 8 E 36th St, 3rd Floor (b/w 5th & Madison Ave). 212-481-1845

Who: Baccarat Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off bracelets, earrings, pendants, necklaces and rings
When: September 23-24, 2010. 10am-5pm
Where: 625 Madison Avenue - 2nd floor (b/n 58th & 59th St.) 1-800-845-1928

Who: The Bridal Garden's Fall Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off bridal gowns by Ulla Maija, Angel Sanchez, Judd Waddell and more.
When: Now through October 6, 2010. M, W-F (12pm-8pm), S-Su (11am-7pm). Call for an appointment.
Where: 54 W 21st St, Suite 907 (b/n 5th & 6th Avenues). 212-252-0661

Who: Pop-up Plus Sale
What: Up to 75% off plus-size womenswear by Michael Kors, DKNY, Ralph Lauren and more
When: Now through September 26, 2010. 12pm-9pm
Where: 439 Metropolitan Avenue, Suite 907 - Willaimsburg (b/n BQE and Havemeyer St)

Who: Showroom Seven sample sale
What: Up to 80% off clothing, shoes and accessories by Erickson Beamon, Bloch, Charlotte Ronson, Orla Kiely and more. The Orla Kiely cotton/rayon spring trench is $126 (was $634), silk chalk tunic by Odd Molly is $135 (was $260) and straight-leg jeans by Kova & T are $20 (were $150).
When: September 7-22, 2010 (closed on Sundays). Daily from 10am - 7pm.
Where: 263 11th Avenue (b/n 27th and 28th St).212-643-4810.

Who: Housing Works fall preview sale
What: Discounted fashion, furniture and artwork. Marc Jacobs silver cowboy boots are $400 (were $1,800), Miu Miu maroon leather bag is $200 (was $800), an Alexander Wang jumpsuit is $125 (was $525) and Allegri men's fur hooded wool jacket for $200 (was $1,000)
When: September 8-30, 2010.
Where: For details on locations and hours, please click here.

Who: Boutique on 57 Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on Oscar de la Renta Ready-to-wear, knits, tops, jewelry and sweaters. Sizes 0-12. Up to 75% off Shoes from UGG Australia.
When: September 21-23, 2010. Tues-Thurs 10am-7pm
Where: 12 West 57 St (b/n 5th & 6th Ave) Suite 807. 212.247.2229

Weekend Shopping Guide: March 26-28, 2010

Who: Jennifer Tyler Cashmere Sample & Stock Sale
What: Up to 70% off on cashmere. New Spring Tunic collection in silks, cottons and linens start at $60 (retail $195 - $325). Spring/Summer cardis and fab sweaters in cotton & blends now 50% off. Cashmere cable v-necks and crew-necks now $125 (retail $350). Lots of colors and special orders for the same price.
When: March 25-29, 2010. Thurs-Sat 10am-7pm Sun 12-7pm Mon 10am-7pm
Where: The Helmsley Carlton Hotel,680 Madison Ave(b/n 61st & 62nd St) 212.838.3000

Who: Totallysuperdeluxe Pop-Up Sale
What: An indie craft fair located inside a 19th-century carriage house. Jewelry, knits, stoneware, stationery, totes, and vintage fashion from Mad Mad Judy.
When: March 26-27, 2010. Fri-Sun noon-7pm
Where: 198 6th Ave (at Prince St) ground floor (917-892-2928)

Who: Brooklyn Designers Showcase Now
Who: Loads of homemade stuff will be priced at $50 or less,Irene’s Secret lotions, soaps and sugar scrubs ($3–$40); In Sharon’s Closet wrap skirts, dresses and T-shirts ($18–$45); and Barbara’s Bags beaded purses ($25–$30)
Where: St. Ann’s Church, 157 Montague St (b/n Clinton and Henry St), Brooklyn Heights (718-763-7654
When: March 27, 2010. Sat noon–6pm

Who: Brooklyn for Brooklyn Collective and General Nightmare Antiques
What: Spring event features clothes, accessories, jewelry, and art from more than fifteen local designers. Complimentary cocktails will be served, and SORD will perform.
Where: 196 Columbia St (nr Sackett St) Red Hook, Brooklyn.
When: March 26, 2010. Friday, 7pm–midnight.

Who: Shop W Style
What: Check out the Shop W Style Lounge at The Standard, New York to pick up a map of events, check out the new Kate Moss for Longchamp Collection, enjoy a make-up application by Shiseido and be among the first to shop the new Tacori 18k925 collection. Then hit the Meatpacking District, where more than 40 stores—including Diane von Furstenberg, Hugo Boss and Yigal Azrouël—will be hosting events and offering deals. Full Details Here
Where: The Shop W Style Lounge at the Standard Hotel, 69 Little W 12th St at Washington St
When: March 27, 2010. Sat 10am–6pm See for a full list of participants.

Who: Hermès spring sale
What: Up to 60% off on handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear
When: March 24-28, 2010. Wed-Sun, Hours TBD, call for hours.
Where: Metropolitan Pavillion, 123 West 18th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave) 212.463.0200

Who: Built by Wendy Sample Sale
What: Silk-twill drawstring tank-dresses $80 (wa $274), canvas wedge sandals $45 (was $154), and five-pocket straight-leg jeans $50 (was $145)
When: March 26-28, 2010. Fri-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun noon-6pm
Where: 46 North 6th St (near Wythe Ave) Williamsburg, Brooklyn 718.384.2882

Sample Sales This Week NYC: March 22-28, 2010

Who: Clothingline Blowout
What: Up to 95% off retail on womenswear brands like Design History, Bibelot, Milly, Smitten, Michael Simon, Interlud and E.vil plus more! Merch starting at $10-15.
When: March 22, 2010. Mon 11am-7pm
Where: 261 W 36th Street (between 7th & 8th Ave) 2nd Floor

Who: Hermès spring sale
What: Up to 60% off on handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear
When: March 24-28, 2010. Wed-Sun, Hours TBD, call for hours.
Where: Metropolitan Pavillion, 123 West 18th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave) 212.463.0200

Who: Built by Wendy Sample Sale
What: Silk-twill drawstring tank-dresses $80 (wa $274), canvas wedge sandals $45 (was $154), and five-pocket straight-leg jeans $50 (was $145)
When: March 26-28, 2010. Fri-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun noon-6pm
Where: 46 North 6th St (near Wythe Ave) Williamsburg, Brooklyn 718.384.2882

Who: J. Rosen Showroom
What: Vix and Lisa Curran swimsuits (up to DD) from $65, cover-ups from $30, flip-flops from $10.
When: March 12-26, 2010. Mon-Fri 10am-8pm. Closed wkends.
Where: 231 West 39th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave) Suite 1101

Who: Showroom Seven
What: Up to 90% off on Kova & T jeans, Andy & Debb blouses, Erickson Beamon jewels, and Tony Cohen dresses
When: March 15-26, 2010. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm
Where: 263 11th Ave (b/n 27th & 28th St) 3rd Floor

Who: BGN
What: 30-70% off on linens, dresses, chiffon tops and skirts, wool and leather jackets, and tailored pants
When: Now through Monday, April 5, 2010. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Closed on Weekends
Where: 250 West 39th St (b.n 7th & 8th Ave) Suit 700. 212.278.8686

Who: Manas Spring Sale
What: Quality Italian made footwear, Flats, sandals, wedges, and strappy pumps at wholesale prices. New Spring/Summer 2010 Styles. Sizes 35-41. Italian sport couture jeans Skinny fit- sizes 24-27 sample sizes. Everything under $100 - All shoes, boots and jeans.
When: March 23-24, 2010. Tues-Wed 9:30am-6pm
Where: The Venetian Fashion Group. 37 West 57 Street (5th-6th Ave) 12th Floor

Who: Costume Jewelry Sample Sale
What: Jewelry from Nordstrom, Free People, Macy's, and more is up to 80% off. All jewelry is under $15.
Where: 10 West 33rd St (nr 5th Ave) Suite 802
Where: March 23-25, Tues–Thurs 10am-7pm

Hermes Tie Design Contest

Luxury house Hermès is holding a design competition for Neckties design, 'les cravates par Hermès'. The winning entries will not only be produced but have the chance at royalty based contracts and cash prizes!
-first prize € 3000 euro
-second prize € 2000 euro
-third prize € 1000 euro

Design keeping in mind Hermès core values of fine craftsmanship, masterful design and timeless style.

The guidelines:
Create a new pattern or a re-interpretation of the Hermes classic patterns (equestrian -, sport -, marine theme, whimsical animal motifs, geometric variations including stripes, plant and flower designs and the H delicately imprinted across the surface of the tie) or something completely different, that could be used for the silk-screen printing - or weaving technique. Here is the template for entry.

Contest ends August 1, 2009. Full details here.

More NYC Shopping

Who: Elie Tahari
What: 70-85% Off Men's, Women's and Accesories
When: March 31-April 4, 2009. Tues-Fri, 8:30am-7:30pm. Sat 10am-5pm
Where: 510 5th Ave, Entrance on 43rd St

Who: Coup de Couer & Catherine Malandrino
What: Shopping event on Spring/Summer 09. Guests will receive an exclusive 30% off all full price ready-to-wear collections during the event. Please RSVP to rsvp@coupdecoeurny.com.
When: March 26, 2009 6pm - 9pm
Where: Catherine Malandrino Meatpacking Boutique, 652 Hudson Street at W. 13th Street, NYC

Who: Hermès
What: Still pricey for me... but serious discounts on scarves, ties, bags, shoes, small leather goods, tabletop items and clothing. Read more on Racked!
When: March 25-29, 2009. Wed 9am—6pm, Thu 9am—8pm, Fri-Sat 1—5pm
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 W 18th St b/n 6th & 7th Ave