New York - May 06, 2003

More Spring Sample Sales

Sample Sales in New York

Put those tax returns to good use and get yourself something nice to wear.

What: Vera Wang Warehouse Sale
When: 5/17; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Penn Plaza Pavilion, 401 Seventh Avenue, between 32nd and 33rd Streets, ground floor (212-575-6400).
Why: Because it’s Vera, ladies! Bridal dresses, were $1,750-$7,000, now $350-$2,500; bridesmaid dresses, were $220-$320, now $50; veils, were $150-$350, now $90-$150.

What: Alice Roi
When: 5/7-5/9; Wed.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Inn at Irving Place, 56 Irving Place, between 17th and 18th Streets (212-353-3334).
Why: Because Alice Roi, a fave among hipsters, is selling off items sold at Bergdorf Goodman and Kirna Zabete. Pants, were $430, now $180; organza tops, were $340, now $142; dresses, were $512, now $214. Lots of shoes and bags, too!

What: AJ Heelstone
When: 5/15-5/23; Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 230 West 39th Street, between Seventh and Eighth Avenues, twelfth floor (212-869-7818).
Why: Yo! Evisu, Religion, Buddhist Punk, and others are up to 75 percent off retail. Cash only.

What: TSE
When: 5/7-5/10; Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 418 West 15th Street, between Ninth and Tenth Avenues (917-606-6795).
Why: Luxe men’s and women’s cashmere, wool, and silk sweaters, tops, and pants are below wholesale. Prices are $50 to $300.

What: Steven Alan and Denise Williamson Showroom
When: 5/15-5/17; Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 103 Franklin Street, between West Broadway and Church Street (212-343-0352).
Why: Impossibly stylish merch (for both men and women) is on sale: FrostFrench tops, were $220, now $70; Samantha Treacy dresses, were $600, now $180; Ulla Johnson pants, were $270, now $90; Twinkle Sweaters, were $200, now $90; Cloak jackets, were $700, now $300; Mon Petit Oiseau jeans, were $130, now $64.

What: Tumi and Kipling
When: 5/15-5/17; Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 20 West 57th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, sixth floor (877-579-0222).
Why: Jet-setters’ nirvana. Sleek leather travel accessories, luggage, briefcases, backpacks, and totes are up to 80 percent off retail.

What: Showroom Seven
When: 5/13-5/23; Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 498 Seventh Avenue, between 36th and 37th Streets, 24th floor (212-643-4810).
Why: Likely you know the drill. Imitation of Christ tees, were $160, now $70; Jiwon Park lace wrap dresses, were $900, now $450; Orla Kiely tote bags, were $180, now $90; Roxanne Heptner tops, were $130, now $60.

What: Ella Dish and Kwigy-Bo
When: 5/17; Sat. noon -6 p.m.
Where: Back Garden, 541 Hudson Street, between Charles and Perry Streets (646-336-6420).
Why: Is your pooch ready for the warm weather? Collars, leads, tees, and other fetching accessories sold at Henri Bendel, Kirna Zabete, and the Four Paws Club are priced below wholesale.

What: Lighthouse International’s Annual POSH benefit
When: Preview: 5/14; Wed. 5-9 p.m. Tickets $100-$175; Sale: 5/15-5/17; Thurs. noon-8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 per day or $25 for a 3-day pass.
Where: 110 East 60th Street, between Lexington and Park Avenues (212-821-9445).
Why: Because it’s shopping for a good cause! Deep discounts on designer clothing from Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Armani, Gucci, Jil Sander, Michael Kors, Paul Stuart, Prada, and Versace. (just to name a few!)

What: Barry Kieselstein-Cord
When: 5/8-5/10; Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 20 West 57th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, sixth floor (877-579-0222).
Why: Heads up, society matrons! Handbags and sterling-silver jewelry (including soft trophy, woven, and summer bags) are below wholesale. Nancy Koltes fine linens are also on sale.

What: Ellen Christine
When: 5/13-5/18; Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Jane Wilson Marquis, 130 East 82nd Street, at Lexington Avenue (212-452-5335).
Why: Hats off to the discounts. Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind couture millinery is up to 50 percent off.

What: Manuel Canovas
When: 5/14-5/16; Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 530 Seventh Avenue, between 38th and 39th Streets, suite 2802 (212-997-7411).
Why: Really ready for summer? Bikinis and one-pieces, bags, hats, and pareos are 50-70 percent off. Cash only.

What: Araks Luxury Cotton Underwear
When: 5/8-5/9; Thurs.-Fri. 9:30 a.m-7 p.m.
Where: 121 East 12th Street, between Third and Fourth Avenues, suite 6I (212-982-5652).
Why: Because Sarah Jessica Parker, Winona Ryder, and Julia Roberts are fans. Pretty underthings are up to 75 percent off.

What: Staff International: NewYork Industrie, Diesel StyleLab, Dsquared, and Martin Margiela
When: 5/20-5/21; Tues.-Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 495 Broadway, between Spring and Broome Streets, eighth floor (646-613-8457 x207).
Why: Men’s and women’s pants and jackets, were $400-$600, now $80-$500; shirts, were $80-$250, now $70-$150.

What: Meg Cohen Design
When: 5/7-5/8; Wed.-Thurs.11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 920 Broadway, between 20th and 21st Streets, suite 905 (212-473-4002).
Why: Perfect gifts for mom and dad. Men’s and women’s cashmere scarves, were $175-$300, now $50-$145; cashmere throws, were $650-$1,250, now $300-$500; leather weekend bags, were $750, now $300.