3 March 2008

March Sample Sales

Sunny Spring Bargains

Are you spent?

What: Carlisle Collection Trunk Show
Why: Current season’s separates and accessories to order, from £80.
When: 3-7 Mar. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-noon.
Where: InterContinental Hotel, 1 Hamilton Pl.,W1J 7QY (07712 673843).

What: CatwalkToCloset Frocks Special
Why: Up to 80 percent off samples by the likes of Chloé and Marc Jacobs.
When: 3 & 4 Mar. Mon. & Tues., 24 hours.
Where: Online at catwalktocloset.com.

What: Mandy Barber’s Bazaar
Why: Cashmere, kaftans and beachwear by Mandy Barber, Melissa Lo and Vanessa de Lisle, from £25.
When: 4 Mar. Tues., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Sloane Club, 52 Lower Sloane St., SW1W 8BS (020 7720 9131).

What: Bliss Blowout Sale
Why: Up to 80 percent off skin care, bath and body products.
When: 3-14 Mar. Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Online and at Bliss London, 60 Sloane Ave., SW3 3DD (080 8100 4151).

What: Astley Clarke
Why: Up to 50 percent off designer jewellery.
When: 3-10 Mar. Tues.-Fri., 24 hours.
Where: Online at astleyclarke.com.

What: Temperley London
Why: Previous seasons’ clothing and accessories from £40.
When: 6 Mar. Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Gr., W11 2QA (020 7229 4179).

What: The Junior League’s London Spree
Why: Nanette Lepore, Jaeger, Pink, Mirage and others offer 20 percent off current season’s merchandise on presentation of £40 card, of which the full £40 goes to charity.
When: Card valid 6-12 Mar.; shop times vary.
Where: Order card online or call 020 7499 8159.

What: Meli Melo
Why: Up to 70 percent off bags.
When: 7 Mar. Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m
Where: 1 Ensor Mews, SW7 3BT (020 7835 1363).

What: Rodnik
Why: 70 percent off past seasons’ clothing.
When: 10-14 Mar. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Rodnik HQ, Smithfield House, Lindsey St. (entrance on Charterhouse St.), EC1A 9HP (020 7726 0636).

What: Junior Style
Why: Designer children’s wear (0-10 years) by Ralph Lauren, Joseph and more, from £10.
When: 12-15 Mar. Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Alphaville 2, 14 Shepherdess Wk., N1 7LB (079 5658 0285).

What: Georgina Goodman Moving Sale
Why: Shoes from £20.
When: 13-20 Mar. Daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; except Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 12-14 Shepherd St., W1J 7JF (020 7499 8599).

What: Susan Muncey’s Curious Fashion Sale
Why: Boutique owner sells her private collection featuring Julien MacDonald, Versace and more, from £5.
When: 14-16 Mar. Fri., 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Elms Lesters Painting Rooms, 1-5 Flitcroft St., WC2H 8DH.

What: Melanie Potró
Why: Bridal gowns from £500.
When: 15-17 Mar. Sat.-Mon., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Studio 53, 33-35 St. John’s Sq., EC1M 4DS (020 7490 8634).

What: Brora Clearance
Why: Cashmere for men, women and kids, from £30.
When: 19 & 20 Mar. Wed., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Chelsea Town Hall, Kings Rd., SW3 5EE.

What: Nude Jewellery
Why: Baubles by Paul Seville and more, from £20.
When: 20 Mar. Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 36 Shepherd Mkt., W1J 7QR (020 7629 8999).

What: Browns Bride
Why: Wedding gowns by Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele and more, from £100.
When: 30 Mar. Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 12 Hinde St., W1U 3BE (020 7514 0056).