Sample Sales This Week: October 10-16, 2011

Who: Tim Hamilton Sample Sale
What: Discounts on fall/winter menswear and womenswear. Card accepted for purchases over $100 (cash only for purchases below $100)
When: Now through Oct 12, 2011. 11am-7pm
Where: 508-526 W 26th St (b/n 10th & 11th Ave), Suite 5B. 917-355-4517

Who: Bindya Sample Sale
What: Discounts on women's scarves
When: Oct 12-14, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: 49 W 38th St. (b/n 5th and 6th Ave). 212-730-8853

Who: Tusk Sample Sale
What: Score 50-70% leather bags and accessories for men, women and travel. Receive an extra 10% off for purchases of $300 and more. All regularly priced merch is 15% off.
When: Oct 14-22, 2011. 11am-7pm (closed on Sunday October 16, 2011).
Where: 242 W. 26th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave). 212-242-8454

Who: Delicate Raymond Jewelry Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off jewelry. Bring a friend and get $5 credit! If you can't make it out to the sale, shop online and get 50% off using the code NYSS50 when checking out.
When: Oct 10-14, 2011 and online. 10am-6pm.
Where: 470 7th Ave, Suite 402 (b/n 35th and 36th St)

Who: MSKCC Thrift Shop Luxury Coat Sale
What: Score great deals on luxury second hand and vintage designer coats.
When: Oct 12-16, 2011. Wed & Fri (1oam-5:30pm), Thurs (10am-6pm), Sat (11am-5pm), Sun (12pm-5pm)
Where: Memorial Sloan Kettering Thrift Shop - 1440 3rd Ave (b/n 81st and 82nd St). 212-535-1250

Who: Brioni Sample Sale
What: Up to 85% off menswear including suits and sportswear. Credit Card ONLY!
When: Oct 11-14, 2011. Tues-Thurs (9am-7pm), Fri (9am-5:30pm)
Where: 317 W 33rd St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave).

Upcoming Sales:
Who: Elie Tahari Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off menswear, womenswear and accessories.
When: October 18-22, 2011. Tues-Fri (8:30am-7:30pm), Sat (10am-5pm)
Where: 501 5th Avenue (at 42nd St), second floor. 212-389-2622

Who: Twinkle by Wenlan Sample Sale
What: 25-40% off womenswear and accessories. Hand-knit sweaters and accessories are $55-$245 (was $80-$350), long dresses are $340 (were $560+), and blouses, skirts, coats, and jersey tops start at $75.
When: October 19-21, 2011. 10am-6pm
Where: 545 8th Ave, 17th floor.

Sample Sale Report: Tim Hamilton

Stopped by the Tim Hamilton sale at lunch today - I was seriously debating on whether or not to go since it was so flipping hot outside. Thankfully after trekking cross town, there was no lineup when I got there and only a few shoppers. While there is a bag check sign no one checked my bag which was nice! There was one changing room area near the front and one giant mirrored wall which made it easy to try on items and see how they fit.

The sale was definitely on the orderly side with everything neatly folded and displayed. Some of the items were still wrapped in packaging but shoppers are free to open them up to check out the items. Sizing ended up being pretty random from why I could see and ranged from S-XL depending on the item. For the newer merch, there were only one or two of any given style which again ranged in sizing.

Womenwear prices are pictured above left - there were only a few racks of womenswear with the bulk being menswear (finally!). Pricing for men varied - Tim Hamilton's Redux line was definitely more affordable than the previous sale I went to which was nice (polo's and crewnecks were $30, sweatshirts $50 and jeans/chinos $35. His collection pieces mostly had prices marked on tags. Blazers were around $200, sweaters $200 and outerwear $200-$350. I didn't pay too much attention to the bulkier items since it was so bloody hot and I could barely think straight.

There were also some bargain boxes - the $25 box was mostly T's while the $50 box had a great cream colored knitted cardigan. There was also a lone rack of shirts for $30 which was a steal.

There were a couple of racks of pants for men - one was $75 and the other $50

There was one table which housed pieces from the 2011 Spring Redux collection and was a bit more in terms of pricing - but not significantly. One of my favorite pieces was this color blocked polo which was a bit too big on me so I had to pass.

There were a couple of racks of shoes which ranged from $60 for sandals to $125 for boots. The sales people mentioned that you would get a better deal if you bought more than one pair of shoes.

I ended up grabbing this paneled T for $35 and a super light weight mini check shirt for $60. I also got an extra discount for paying in cash so if you have it handy I'm sure they will give you a better deal.

I'm seriously debating on going back tomorrow since a sales associated mentioned to me that prices will go down - but its supposed to hit 100 degrees tomorrow so now I'm debating on just hibernating anywhere where the AC is blasting. If you're interested in checking out this sale, it runs from now until Saturday.

Who: Tim Hamilton and Tom Scott Sample Sale
What: 60%-70% off menswear, womenswear and footwear. Purchases under $100 are CASH ONLY. Card accepted for purchases greater than $100.
When: July 21-23, 2011. Thus-Fri (9:30am-7pm), Sat (11am-5pm).
Where: 508-526 W 26th St (b/n 10th & 11th Ave) - Suite 5B. 917-335-4517

Sample Sales This Week: July 18-24, 2011

Who: Club Monaco Sample Sale
What: Snag huge discounts on samples from fall 2010 and spring 2011. Credit cards only. Last time around, nothing was over $35. Expect mostly sample sizes available 4/6 for women and Medium for Men.
When: July 19-21, 2011. Tues-Thurs 9am-noon and 1pm-5pm.
Where: 601 West 26th St (b/n 11th &12th Ave) Suite 800

Who: Billy Reid Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off men's outerwear, suiting, knits, shirting, and accessories as well as women's dresses, outwear, shirting, and accessories. Samples featured during the designer's fashion week presentations will also be up for grabs!
When: July 20-24, 2011. Wed-Sat (10:30am-7pm), Sun(10:30am-6pm).
Where: Chelsea Market - 75 9th Ave (b/n 15th and 16th St)

Who: Giles & Brother Sale
What: Up to 70% off jewelery. The ice ring choker necklace is $200 (was $450), the African and Ring and Rhinestone necklace is $175 (was $285) and the African Glass and Silver Ring necklace is $105 (was $175).
When: Now through July 24th, 2011. Mon-Tues (11am-7pm), Wed-Sat (11am-8pm), Sun (11am-6pm).
Where: The Crangi Family Project - 9 9th Ave (just South of 13th St). 212-929-0805

Who: Christian Siriano, Lyn Devon and Karolina Zmarlak's first ever sample sale
What: Deep discounts on womenswear
When: July 29, 2011. 8am-6pm
Where: 463 Broome St (near Mercer St) - Suite 1B

Who: No. 6 Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on womenswear. The No. 6 silk easy dress is $158 (was $315), the Henrik Vibskov sandwashed silk top is $110 (was $220) and the NOW suede wedges are $138 (was $275).
When: Now through July 20, 2011. 12pm-7pm
Where: 6 Centre Market Place (near Broome St). 212-226-5759

Who: Padma by Padma Lakshmi sample sale
What: 30%-50% off jewelry.
When: July 19-21, 2011. 10am-7pm
Where: 20 E 76th Street (near Madison Ave) - Suite 701

Who: Rachel Leigh sample sale
What: Up to 80% off jewelry. The crystal fringe necklace is $35 (was $198), snakeskin bangles are $15 (was $72), and the Buchanan necklace is $40 (was $168).
When: July 20-21, 2011. 10am-5pm
Where: 252 W 38th St. (near 7th Ave) - Suite 902.

Who: Nanette Lepore sample sale
What: Deep discounts on swimsuits, shorts, tops, dresses and suit separates.
When: July 20-21, 2011. 9am-7pm
Where: 225 W 35th St (near 7th Ave) - 4th floor

Who: Lela Rose Wedding sample sale
What: Up to 75% off wedding gowns.
When: July 20-22, 2011. Wed (9am-7pm), Thurs-Fri (9am-5pm)
Where: 224 W 30th St (b/n 7th and 8th Ave) - 14th floor.

Who: Misorena $29.99 blowout sale
What: Shop shoes, jeans, tops, pants, skirts, dresses, button down shirts, sweaters, t-shirts, and accessories for men and women. Multiple brands, including Energie, Miss Sixty, Pencey, Louis Feraud, DDC Lab and more. Everything $29.99!!!
When: July 25-31, 2011. Mon-Sun 11am-7pm
Where: 260 5th Avenue(b/n 28th & 29th St). 212-725-5400

Who: Tim Hamilton and Tom Scott Sample Sale
What: 60%-70% off menswear, womenswear and footwear. Purchases under $100 are CASH ONLY. Card accepted for purchases greater than $100.
When: July 21-23, 2011. Thus-Fri (9:30am-7pm), Sat (11am-5pm).
Where: 508-526 W 26th St (b/n 10th & 11th Ave) - Suite 5B. 917-335-4517

Tim Hamilton x Bergdorf Goodman

Photo from Tim Hamilton's fall 2010/2011 line

After checking out Hamilton's presentation last fashion week and his sample sale - I'm definitely a fan.

According to WWD, Tim Hamilton will be launching a new collaborative line with high end retailer, Bergdorf Goodman. Hamilton's take on the line involves "bringing in some fundamental pieces that cover key product classes but are still forward and modern in spirit".

Construction, quality, simplicity and detailing are what Hamilton has brought to the table with this collaboration. Modern basics including chinos, V-neck sweaters and the perfect polo are all staples that the line will carry. The pieces will retail for approximately 30% below Hamilton's collection line with polo's coming in around $195-$250, chinos $250-$295, shirts $225, hoodies $295, cardigans $325 and blazers $595.

Tim Hamilton Sample Sale

Today was the first official day of the Tim Hamilton Sample Sale in Chelsea. I made my way over to the West side of town amongst the art galleries in a large bright space the Tim Hamilton Sample Sale was taking place. It was a very calm and relaxing shopping experience. Although some items (the one-of-a-kind) were still being ticketed, everything is well organized and easy to see.

There is a bag check at the front, shoes upon entering the first room and the main clothing area is in the back. There are 3 change rooms available for try-ons. The environment of the sale was very chill and very calm. Staffers are friendly but pretty laid back answering any questions in detail but never hovering or making you feel uncomfortable.Women’s merch only comprised about 15% of the sale and was primarily current season/runway merch and one-off pieces.

There were 2 racks of women’s merch in a variety of styles ranging from tops for about $40-95 – including a pretty amazing angle seam body suit for $60, red organza button down tops for $60, cowl neck tunic $40. I spotted great novelty items like a high waisted cage skirt for $125 and organza harem pants for $100.

For someone willing to put in a little work, there was a fantastic very distinctive unfinished trench for $195 that is sans lining – if I was a bit taller I might have considered turning this into a project!

An amazing sheer cowl neck shirt ran $300.

Leather jacket was around $400, while a fabulous shiny trench on the wall was going for $600. The prices maxed out at $750-850 for architectural pony hair outerwear. For women’s wear samples are primarily sample/runway sizing – about a size 2-4.

This is a great sale for the Fellas! With about 7 racks of men’s merch and a table full of goodies, there is plenty to choose from. Much of the merchandise is from the runway and never went into production making it an Tim Hamilton original – this was available in only men’s sample size 40/32.

One-of-a-kind Swarovski crystal jackets were about $750 while a great graphic knit grandpa cardigan was $150. As for the tables, most of the merch is available in a full size range. Redux button-up shirts were priced at $95.

Men’s sweaters yielded some great bargains with cashmere v-neck basic sweaters in a waffle knit starting at $50 and maxing out at $400. I was also a fan of these cropped tuxedo pants but they were the only pair at the sale.

A couple of the most popular items included henley’s for $100 and ruched front hoodies for $75-125. The hoodies had a great weight to them and a really unique slight metallic sheen. The black cotton jacket above was quite amazing – it has a piece that can snap on in different ways and creating at least 3 slightly different looks.

As for general accessories there were some $25 scarves and $50 beach shawls. For the shoes, I only noticed women’s size 40 available and men’s 46 available. Boots/Italian shoes are $275, customized Docs are $150, Sandals $100 and Women’s Shoes are $350.

If you are looking for unique, high quality and detail oriented menswear this is truly the sale for you. Seriously great stand out pieces that will take your wardrobe to the next level.

Ladies, if you are sample size and looking for a unique one-of-a-kind piece, there are certainly some gems to be found although it is a fairly small selection. Fun to check out while you're bringing your fella for a style upgrade or if you're in the area.

Who: Tim Hamilton Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off Stylish gear including shoes, for both men & women.
When: October 1-3, 2010. Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun noon-6pm
Where: 526 West 26th St (b/n 10th and 11th avenues) Suite 5B, 5th floor

UPDATED: Sales This Week NYC: September 27-October 3, 2010

Who: Tim Hamilton Sample Sale

What: Up to 70% off Stylish gear including shoes, for both men & women.

When: October 1-3, 2010. Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun noon-6pm

Where: 526 West 26th St (b/n 10th and 11th avenues) Suite 5B, 5th floor

Who: Club Monaco Sample Sale
What: Steep discounts on clothing for men and women. Nothing over $35! $5 Ties, $10 Shirts, $15 Sweaters, $20 blazers, $25 Coats. Last round I picked up a wool blazer for $20 and a chunky crystal necklace for $10. Mostly sample sizing (men's medium/size 40 or women's medium/size 6-8)
When: September 27-30, 2010. Wed 9am-noon, 1pm-5pm. Thurs 9am-noon
Where: 601 West 26th St, (b/n 11th & 12th Ave) Suite 800

Who:Scoop Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 80% all Spring/Summer merch
When: September 29 - October 11, 2010. Daily, 9am-7pm
Where: 875 Washington St (at 14th St)212-691-1905

Who: DCK Jewelry Sample Sale
What: Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings and hair accessories (cash only)
When: September 29 – October 1, 2010. Wed/Thurs: 5pm-7pm, Fri: 3pm-7pm
Where: 366 5th Avenue, Suite 803 (b/n 34th & 35th St.). 212-564-0217

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: Now through 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: 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: J.CREW Accesories Sample Sale
What: Footwear for Women & Men from the current and previous collections. Includes shoes, boots, heels, flats, loafers and more. Women's sizes 5 - 12, men's sizes 7 - 13. Bracelets, earrings, necklaces and a limited selection of selection of hats, scarves and gloves for Women.
When: September 28-October 1, 2010. Tues-Fri 10am-7pm
Where: Clothingline, 261 West 36th Street (b/n 7th & 8th Ave) 2nd Floor

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: 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

NYFW Spring 2011: Tim Hamilton

A couple days ago I had the chance to stop by Tim Hamilton's Redux Presentation which also featured the debut of Fenton/Fallon's men's accessories (mentioned in a previous post). The atmosphere was casual and relaxed with the models situated in the center of the room chilling out, having a few drinks and chatting it up with those around them.

It was a great way to showcase the collection and allowed you to take a look at each of the pieces at your own pace which was definitely nice.

The collection had a bit of a grunge vibe to it but the pieces still looked polished. To edge out the looks, most of the outfits were paired with fitted trousers tucked into lace-up combat boots. The collection housed a few jersey tops, sleeveless button up shirts, the occasional color blocked paneled piece and some great wool blazers that would be perfect for any occasion.

Tunics were also to be found in a few shades which I'm not a fan of personally. Conceptually I can see it working but I just don't envisage this ever catching on for the majority of guys.

Personally - while I thought that most of the pieces were wearable, I took a definite liking to the outerwear and blazers Hamilton presented. The army green color on the trench was a great choice for updating a classic coat while still maintaining neutrality. My favorite piece was the navy one button blazer which looked amazing and would be perfect for both the spring and fall. Definitely one of the most versatile pieces in the collection.

The Accessories:

Most of the models were found sporting a enamel cuffs in black and white which housed the nicknames of the models wearing them which added a personal touch.

My favorite of the accessory pieces was a bracelet constructed of a chain bound in colored leather. While these items were designed exclusively for Hamilton's presentation - I'm definitely looking forward to seeing the rest of the collection once it becomes available.