Sample Sales NYC: May 21-27, 2012

Who: Aloha Rag Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off Rick Owens, ALC, Balmain, Thomas Wylde, Guiseppe Zanotti, Carven, The Row, Margiela and Adam Kimmel
When: Now through May 25, 2012. 12pm-6pm
Where: 545 Greenwich St - Suite 2A (b/n Charlton & Vandam)

Who: Joseph Abboud Sample Sale
What: Discounts on menswear
When: May 21-24, 2012. Mon-Wed 9am-7pm, Thurs 9am-5pm
Where: 317 W 33rd St (near 8th Ave)

Who: LaTique Sample Sale
What: Leather & vinyl totes, hobos, satchels and wallets.  CASH ONLY
When: May 22-23, 2012. 10am-3pm
Where: 10 W 33rd St - Suite 210 (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Cynthia Steffe Sample Sale
What:  This is one of Erin's personal favorite sales but not for the faint of heart.  Be prepared dig through the racks and share mirrors with strangers.
When: May 22-23, 2012. Tues-Wed 9am-5pm
Where: 323 West 39th St, Street Level

Who: Rogan & Loomstate Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off.  Sweaters are $15-$30, dresses $20-$40, jackets $30-$50 and tees start at $10.
When: May 22-24, 2012. Tues-Wed 12pm-8pm, Thurs 12pm-6pm
Where: 330 Bowery (at Bond and Bowery)

Who: Lela Rose Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off womenswear and accessories
When: May 23-24, 2012. Wed 8am-7pm, Thurs 9am-6pm
Where: 224 W 30th St - 14th floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Tracy Reese and Plenty by Tracy Reese Sample Sale
What: Discounts on stock and spring merch.  Samples are priced between $35-$50.
When: May 23-25, 2012. Wed- Fri 9am-7pm
Where: 264 W 40th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave).

Who: WANT Agency Sample Sale
What: Discounts on labels including Maison Kitsune, Nudie Jeans, WANT Les Essentiels De La Vie, Arc'Teryx Veilance and Swims. CASH ONLY
When: May 24-25, 2012. Thurs-Fri 11am-8pm
Where: 127 Grand Street (b/n Broadway and Canal).

Who: Helmut Lang Women's Sample Sale
What: Up to 65% off Retail
When: May 31-June 3, 2012. Thurs-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Ave (b/n 15th & 16th St)

Who: Sachin + Babi Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off select styles and one of a kind samples
When: May 22-27, 2012. Tues-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (near 28th St). 646-725-5400

Who: AvaMaria Spring Sample Sale
What: Up to 95% off womenswear.  All items are $50 and include Christian Louboutin Brown Lattice Leather Slingbacks, Marc by Marc Jacobs Violet Patent Leather Peep Toe Sandals with Titanium Heel, Paul & Joe Sister Blush Polka Dot Strapless Silk Dress, Stella Forest Leather Jacket and more.
When: May 27-28, 2012. Sun 12pm-6pm, Mon 11am-7pm
Where: 107 Crosby St (b/n Houston and Prince)

Sample Sales This Week: May 23-29, 2011

Who: Mackage Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on men's and women's outerwear and women's RTW.
When: May 24-25, 2011. 11am-7pm
Where: Chelsea Market - 75 9th Avenue (b/n 15th & 16th St.)

Who: Yumi Kim Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off womenswear.
When: May 24-30, 2011. 12pm-8pm
Where: 234 Mulberry St (b/n Prince and Spring St).

Who: Rachel Nasvik Sample Sale
What: NYC designed and made leather handbags are on sale at the factory which they are made. Prices range from $25-199. Credit cards accepted but cash preferred.
When: May 23-25, 2011. Mon-Wed 11am-7pm
Where: Leatherworks by Arturo, 153 W 27th St (b/n 6th & 7th Ave). Suite 709

Who: Best & Co Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off childrenswear.
When: Now through May 28, 2011. Mon-Fri (10am-6pm). Sat (9am-4pm)
Where: 260 5th Ave. (b/n 28th and 29th St)

Who: Be & D Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off handbags, footwear and small accessories. The Genesis bag in prailine is $495 (was $1,095), the Joe ballet flat in leopard is $175 (was $350) and the Woodstock homo in tiger is $795 (was $1,495).
When: May 23-25, 2011. 9am-7pm
Where: 260 W 36th St. - 8th floor (b/n 7th and 8th Ave).

Who: J Rosen Sample Sale
What: 50-75% off on fabulous designer swimwear, cover ups, flip flops, and jewelry sample sale. Some of the designer swimsuits include Debbie Katz, Despi, Brette Sandler, Cocobelle, and Tkees flip flops. Dressing rooms are available. Sizes include S-XL, 6-12; D and DD. Bathing suits and cover ups from $50-$110, Flip flops $20-$45, Jewelry $10-$40. Cash Only!
When: May 23-26, 2011. Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm
Where: 231 W. 39th St. (b/n 7th & 8th Ave) Suite 1101. (212) 221-2349.

Who: Tracy Reese, Plenty and Frock! Sample Sale
What: One of a kind samples are $30-$50! The Tracy Reese black toile tiered gown is $150 (was$525), the Plenty by Tracy Reese floral inset strapless dress is $99 (was$258), and the Frock! Laurisa dress is $99 (was $228).
When: May 24-25, 2011. 9am-7:30pm
Where: 264 W 40th St - 8th floor, suite 801 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave).

Who: MCM Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off handbags, totes, clutches, wallets and more
When: May 24-26, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: Flatotel - 135 W 52nd St (near 6th Ave). 212-729-9069

Who: Colette Malouf Sample Sale
What: 70% off jewelry and hair accessories.
When: May 25-26, 2011. Wed (10am-8pm), Thurs (10am-6pm)..
Where: 594 Broadway - suite 1216 (near Houston St)

Who: Dannijo Sample Sale
What: Jewelry is up to 75% off and materials start at $5!
When: May 24, 2011. 5:30pm-7:30pm
Where: 423 W 14th Street - #3R (b/n 9th & 10th Ave)

Who: Tibi Sample Sale
What: Discounted womenswear
When: May 24-26, 2011. Tues (12pm-7pm), Wed-Thurs (10am-7pm)
Where: Happy Monkey Studio, 348 W 36th St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Joseph Abboud Warehouse Sale (hosted by Soiffer Haskin)
What: Deep discounts on menswear including suits, sportcoats, trousers and tuxedos. CREDIT CARD ONLY!
When: Now through May 26, 2011. Mon-Wed (9am-7pm), Thurs (9am-5pm)
Where: 317 W 33rd St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave).

Who: Farylrobin Sample Sale
What: Shoes marked down to $10-90. Samples for $50. $10 shoes in size 6-7. Most shoes are sizes 7 and 8, limited selection in other sizes.
When: May 23-26, 2011. Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Closed on Sat & Sun.
Where: 200 Park Ave S (at 17th S)t, suite 1610. 212-219-1211

Ongoing sales:
Who: Cardigan

What: First annual virtual sample sale! Snag clothing for men, women and accesories for up to 80% off. Plus free shipping!

When: Now through May 30, 2011.

Where: CardiganNewYork.com

Who: The Bridal Garden Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off wedding dresses from Ulla Maija, Junko Yoshioka, Judd Waddell, Rosa Clara and more.
When: Now through May 26, 2011. M,W,F (12pm-8pm), Thur (3pm-8pm), S,Su (11am-7pm). By Appointment ONLY.
Where: 54 W 21st St.- Suite 907 (b/n 5th & 6th Ave). 212-252-0661

Who: Nolita and RA-RE Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off men's, women's and kids' clothing.
When: Now through May 27, 2011. Mon-Fri (10am-7pm).
Where: 199 Lafayette St - 4th floor, suite 4A-1 (nr Broome) 212-979-1735

Sample Sale Report: Tracy Reese

Checked out the Tracy Reese Sample Sale over lunch today and it was def a laid back sort of feel. Sure there were a fair number of shoppers but no one seemed frantic or ready to knock you down. I approve :)

Size range from 0 to 12.
1 shared rack of size 12 and Large
1 rack of size 8
2 racks of Medium
2 Racks of Small
1 rack of size 6
1 rack of size 2 and 4
1 rack of size 0

There were also 2 tables of sweaters and 4 sample racks which yielded some bargains with pricing at $35 for Plenty by Tracy Reese and $50 for Tracy Reese signature. Most shoppers seemed to be hovering over these racks and while pieces seemed pretty fully finished tended to look a bit dated. Perhaps leftovers from previous seasons? Here are a couple of the cuter pieces from the sample rack.

Other merch I thought was cute was this drapey tunic and this bleeding stripe cardigan.

This purple party dress was also super fun, while some paisley tunics had a very signature Tracy Reese feel.

Word of warning, no change rooms! Bright lighting and a big mirror though!

Who: Tracy Reese Sample Sale
What: Discounts on Tracy Reese, Plenty and Frock. The first 150 customers will receive a gift bag of full-size beauty products.
When: November 19-20, 2009. Thurs-Fri 9am-7pm.
Where: 260 West 39th St (near 8th Ave) 19th floor (646-438-6928)

UPDATED: Sample Sales This Week: NYC

Who: Tracy Reese, Plenty & Frock! Robert Graham
What: 60%-80% off original prices. All sizes, one of a kind samples, shoes & home goods. Men's luxury shirts, knits, shorts; Women's luxury blouses, dresses, skirts. First 400 customers receive a gift bag!
Where: 250 W. 39th Street between 7th and 8th Aves, NYC
When: June 16-18, 2009. Tues-Wed 8am-7pm, Thurs 8am-2pm

Who: Catherine Malandrino and Malandrino
What: Spring/Summer '09 collection at 75 to 90% below retail.
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 123 West 18th Street between 6th and 7th Aves
When: June 17-June 19, 2009. Wed 10am-9pm. Thurs & Fri, 8am-8pm.
Examples:
Sandbar Print Maxi Dress - original price $695, at sale $125 (82% off) Nappa Leather Motorcycle Jacket - original price $895, at sale $225 (75% off) Cobweb Dress - original price $495, at sale $125 (75% off) Jacket with Ruffled Neckline – original price $545, at sale $140 (75% off) Pencil Skirt with Scalloped Hemline – original price $325, at sale $60 (82% off)

Who: Diptyque's Summer Sample Sale
What: 40-90% Off discontinued and select merchandise - candles, room sprays, eaux de toilette, colognes, and bath & body products
Where: 11 East 26th Street between Madison and 5th Aves, Suite 600
When: June 18-19, 2009. Thurs 9:30am-6pm. Fri, 9:30am-4pm. Credit Cards ONLY!

Who: Kate & Jack Spade
What: Up to 60% off men’s and women’s handbags, apparel, footwear and other accessories
Where: 261 W 36th St., 2nd floor
When: Jun3 15-18, 2009. Mon-Thurs, 11am-7pm.

Who: Rag & Bone
What: Blazers $175 and under; Leather Jackets $350 and under; Dresses $129 and under; Jeans $79 and under and Cashmere Sweaters $99 and under.
Where: 100 Christopher Street (men’s) & 104 Christopher Street (women’s)
Between Bleeker and Hudson Streets
When: June 18-20, 2009. Thurs-Sat, 12pm-8pm.

Who: Abaeté
What: Dresses, sweaters, jackets and swimwear from Abaeté’s runway archives. Cash and major credit cards only.
Where: 117 Crosby Street
When: June 18-20, 2009. Thurs-Fri, 11am-7pm. Sat, 12pm-6pm.

Who: Shoshanna & Anlo
What: Up to 75% off Shoshanna clothes and swimwear. Up to 70% off Anlo denim and silk. Cash and credit only.
Where: 231 W 39th Street, Suite 422; 212-719-3601
When: June 17-18, 2009. Wed,10am -6:30pm. Thurs 10am-5:30pm.

Who: Taschen
What: 50-70% off thousands of slightly damaged and disply books from Taschen publishing, including new, rare, out of print and collectable titles
Where: 107 Greene Street; 212-226-2212
When:June 19-21, 2009. Fri-Sat 11am—8pm. Sun 12—8pm.

More Sales than I thought this week, here's what I missed via Daily Candy:

What: Walter
Why: Tops, jackets, and frocks are up to 75 percent off. We love the mint ruffle and tulip silk dresses for $94 (reg. $268).
When: June 16-18. Tues. & Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 265 W. 37th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 5th flr. (212-391-9400).

What: Eugenia Kim...Guess they didn't sell out! Read my report from last week.
Why: Hats, belts, and headbands are 80 percent off.
When: June 15 & 16. Mon. & Tues., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 347 W. 36th St., b/t Eighth & Ninth Aves., ste. 502

What: Dolce & Gabbana and D&G
Why: Get your nails did and claw at those silk leopard-print blouses we have come to love (were $695, now $350). Canvas Animalier totes were $1,350, now $675. Bags, suits, cocktail dresses, jeans, and men’s stuff topples the 70 percent mark.
When: June 16-21. Tues., Wed. & Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves.

What: Simon Showroom
Why: Adorable designer duds from Wren, laid-back C&C, Goldsign, and Paul & Joe are wholesale and below.
When: June 15-17. Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 95 Fifth Ave., at 17th St., 3rd flr. Cash only.

What: James Coviello
Why: Accessory designer and collaborator with Anna Sui unleashes ten years of archives (sweaters, hand-knits, fab textiles, spring line) at sample sale prices.
When: June 17-19. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 208 W. 29th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., ste. 603 (212-695-8082).

What: Generra
Why: Slub cotton V-necks and polos for guys are $30-$35. Cotton tanks and racers for ladies are $15. Tops and dresses are up to 60 percent off.
When: June 17-19. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 275 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 5a (212-768-2868).

What: Christopher Fischer
Why: Cashmere everything! Men, women, baby, and home goods are up to 80 percent off.
When: June 18-21. Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 80 Wooster St., b/t Spring & Broome Sts. (212-965-9009).

What: Hugo Boss
Why: Up to 70 percent off duds (in lots of sizes).
When: June 20-24. Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Mon.-Tues., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wed., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 W. 33rd St., b/t Eighth & Ninth Aves.

What: Matta
Why: Cotton wrap dresses for $92, batik silk dresses for $108, handmade leather sandals for $30, and 50 percent off home accessories.
When: June 23-25. Tues.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 286 Lafayette St., b/t Houston & Prince Sts. (212-343-9399). Cash only.

What: Amanda Uprichard
Why: Perfect summer silk tunic dresses in bright colors are $60. All jersey dresses are $45. Bargain bins start at $25.
When: June 24-26. Wed. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 226 W. 37th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 3rd flr. (212-719-0320).