Sample Sale Report: Laura Mercier

After work I stopped by the Laura Mercier sample sale excited to stock up on some high quality cosmetics by the superstar make-up artist that is a favorite amongst celebrities. When I arrived on scene I was relieved that the line did not extend outdoors. Mandatory back and coat check were in place and there was a selection of clothing from various brands available at the sale including James Jeans, La FeeVerte, Muuba and Manrico Cashmere.

While there were only a handful of shoppers looking to shop the clothes, the cosmetics were where the line formed and I walked in at about 6:15pm to a line of 15-20 women ahead of me. As to prevent mass chaos, Clothingline had set up 6 identical tables where 3 women can shop at a time. Each table was manned by 2 staffers and everyone was very friendly. While I was hopeful that there would be tinted moisturizer, that was absent but there was a tinted moisturizer compact for just $20 a pop - there was a good selection of colors from what I could tell. Moisture Supreme Foundation was also $20 a pop but there were only about 8 colors to choose from.

For eyes there were items like the baked eye colour, caviar stick eye colour, eye brow pencil,
kohl eye pencil, tightline cake eye liner, long lash mascara, faux lash mascara for between $10 a pop. Illuminating eyecolor was $12. While none of the eyeshadows spoke to me, I snagged a couple of caviar eye color sticks and a brow pencil.

For lips there was the creme smooth lip colour & lip glace for $12 but the colors tended to be more frosty and sheer than what I was looking for. Frosty sheer orange, pinks and nudes were the most of the selection. There was even a frosty sheer white.

There was body bronzing make up for $9 but I didn't notice it. While nail lacquer was just $8 a pop,
all $8 but most of the colors were very classic.

Staffers were on hand with cotton balls, q-tips and wet wipes. As you request items, they drop it in a plastic bag that they seal with a twist tie that you can ring up at the cash in the front. With almost no waiting after the initial line, I was able to pop in and out in about 25 minutes.

While I was a little disappointed that they didn't have the regular tinted moisturizer, secret concealer, primer or any powders I can't complain about my haul.

As for the clothes prices are as follows:
James Jeans: $60 for Cords, velveteen, coated and color denim. $70 for basic denim. $80 for coated jackets.

La Fee Verte: Blouses & sweaters $40, leather tops $125, dresses $75, skirts $40, blazers $100, leather pants $95, outerwear $225, leather $250, fur $300.

Manrico Cashmere: Items that retail up to $600 are now $150, items that retail over $600 are now $200.

Muubaa: tops/skirts $99, woven leather or pants/vests $129, dresses $149, jackets $179, leather with fur $249

Who: Laura Mercier Sample Sale
What: Up to 55% off on beauty products from the celeb fave make-up artist at her first ever sample sale. I personally love her tinted moisturizer! Snag moisturizer, mascara, nail lacquer, eye pencil, lip gloss, brow pencils, and more.
When: October 22-24, 2013. Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36 St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 2nd Floor

NYC Sample Sales: October 21-28, 2013

Sample sales in NYC are about to blow up with so many sales I'm excited to go to I am not sure where to shop first! Definites on my list are Laura Mercier and Matt Bernson! If I can swing it, I hope to check out Hanky Panky, YSL, Zadig & Voltaire and Robert Marc. Which sales are on your hit list? Let us know if you swing by if you snagged anything awesome! Happy shopping!

Who: Hanky Panky Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off thongs, bras, camisoles and sleepwear.
When: October 21-23, 2013. Mon noon-9pm, Tues-Wed 8am-8pm
Where: Prive Sales inside Chelsea Market, 410 West 16 St (b/n 9th & 10th Ave)

Who: Laura Mercier Sample Sale
What: Up to 55% off on beauty products from the celeb fave make-up artist at her first ever sample sale. I personally love her tinted moisturizer! Snag moisturizer, mascara, nail lacquer, eye pencil, lip gloss, brow pencils, and more.
When: October 22-24, 2013. Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36 St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 2nd Floor

Who: Yves Saint Laurent Sample Sale
What: Snag glam ready-to-wear, handbags, belts, small leather goods, jewelry, sunglasses and fragrances for women. For men there will be clothing, shoes, belts and small leather goods. All handbags and cellphones must be checked at coat check. Strollers not allowed. No children under 12 will be admitted. Credit cards only.
When: October 22-24, 2013. Tues-Wed 9am-7pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33 St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Zadig & Voltaire Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off on the brand's most recent collection of edgy Parisian threads for men, women & kids. Ladies' leopard-print blazers $190(was $770) and stud-accented coats $330(was $805). Men's wool peacoat $250 (was $630). Cash and credit cards accepted.
When: October 23-27, 2013. Wed-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Where: 260 Sample Sales, 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St) 212.725.5400

Who: Yumi Kim Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on womenswear. All sales final
When: October 23-27, 2013. Wed 3pm-8pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue (b/n 15th & 16th St)

Who: Bonpoint Sample Sale
What: Up to 60% off on the chic collection of boys and girls clothing from newborn to preteen. Sizes newborn to pre-teen. Credit cards only. All sales final. No exchanges or refunds. Stroller not allowed on sale premises.
When: October 23-24, 2013. Wed 9am-7pm, Thurs 9am-3pm
Where: The Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18 St ( b/n 6th & 7th Ave), 5th Floor

Who: The Row Sample Sale
What: Sample and stock with RTW and handbags at up to 90% off retail. At the last sale there were leather pants $450 (retail $1500), ostrich leather mini-skirts $2500 (retail $8500), luxe totes $1620 (retail $5400) or small shoulder bags $1500 (retail $5000).
When: October 24-26, 2013. Thurs noon-7pm, Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm
Where: The Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18 St ( b/n 6th & 7th Ave), 4th Floor

Who: Matt Bernson Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off on heels, flats, wedges, boots and more for women. Credit cards accepted.
When: October 24-27, 2013. Thurs-Sun noon-7pm
Where: 129 Grand Street (b/n Broadway & Crosby St)

Who: Robert Marc Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 80% off on frames and sunglasses from Robert Marc, Lunor, Robi Genuine Horn and more. Robert Marc eyewear from $89 (retail $395-$695). Lunor eyewear from $89 (retail $495-$995). Robi Genuine Horn eyewear from $199 (retail $995-$1,295). Credit cards and cash accepted. All sales final.
When: October 24-27, 2013. Thurs 11am-7pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue (b/n 15th & 16th St)

Who: David Yurman Sample Sale
What: David Yurman’s luxury jewelry, timepieces and eyewear for women and men are on sale at up to 60% off. Expect no additional discounts during the sale, so shop early for the best selection.
When: October 24-27, 2013. Thurs 3pm-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Where: The Altman Building, 135 West 18 St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave), Ground Floor

Who: Tusk Sample Sale
What: 50-70% off on select fine Italian leather bags and accessories for women, men, and travel. Women’s leather wallets $40 (retail $98). Men’s leather billfolds $30 (retail $70). Travel items $25 to $50 (retail $40 to $120). Women’s leather totes $80 (retail $320). Gift items $25 to $35 (retail $65 to $75). Save 15 percent off regurlary priced merchandise in their retail store during the sale. See previous report for what to expect.
When: October 25-November 2, 2013. Fri-Fri 11am-7pm, Closed Sundays.
Where: 242 West 26th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 212.242.8485

Who: Ippolita Sample Sale
What: Save up to 65% off women's jewelry. Credit cards only. No strollers allowed. No children under 12 allowed in the sale.
When: October 26-29, 2013. Sat-Sun 9am-6pm, Mon-Tues 9am-7pm
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 West 33 St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Adrienne Landau Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off on fur jackets, coats, shawls, capes, scarves, fur or faux fur throws and pillows. All sales final. No children. No strollers allowed.
When: October 27-30, 2013. Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Wed 10am-6pm
Where: 519 Eighth Avenue (b/n 35th & 36th St) 21st Floor.

Who: Christian Siriano Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off on womenswear from the Project Runway Alum. All sales final. No children. No strollers allowed.
When: October 27-30, 2013. Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Wed 10am-6pm
Where: 519 Eighth Avenue (b/n 35th & 36th St) 21st Floor.

Ongoing Sales:
Who: Catherine Malandrino
What: 65-85% off women's ready-to-wear.
When:October 17-22. Thurs-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 12pm-7pm. Mon 11am-7pm.
Where: Openhouse Gallery, 201 Mulberry St (b/n Spring and Kenmare St)

Who: Jewish Community Project Pop-Up Sale
What: Save 60-95% off new and gently used women’s designer clothing, jewelry, shoes, and handbags from Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Celine, A.P.C., Stella McCartney, Mui Mui and more. All proceeds will benefit The Jewish Community Project's educational and community programming. New inventory added daily.
When: October 20-23, 2013. Sun 12:30-6pm, Mon 11:30am-7pm, Tues 9am-7pm, Wed 11:30am-7pm
Where: 39 N Moore Street (b/n Hudson & Varick Streets)

Who: Amanda Uprichard Online Sale
What: Snag contemporary silk pieces for 50-75% off retail.
When: October 14-25, 2013.
Where: amandauprichard.com

Upcoming Sales:
Who: Club Monaco
What: Steep discounts on men's and women's clothing and accessories, including stock and samples.
When: October 28-November 1, 2013. Mon 1pm-7pm, Tues 8am-7pm, Wed-Fri 11am—7pm.
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36 St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave), 2nd Floor