1 April 2008

April Sample Sales

Sunny Spring Bargains

The economy may be in recession, but you can find solace in sample sales.

What: Ted Baker Sample Sale
Why: Clothing and accessories from £5.
When: 2 & 3 Apr. Wed., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The Camden Centre, Bidborough St., WC1H 1JE (020 7255 4800).

What: The Secret Sample Sale
Why: Up to 80 per cent off Missoni, Jimmy Choo, Belstaff and more.
When: 4-6 Apr. Fri.-Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: T2, F Block, The Old Truman Brewery, 87 Brick Ln., E1 6QL (020 7770 6100).

What: The London Accessory Sale
Why: Up to 80 per cent off accessories by the likes of Chloé, Balenciaga, and Marc Jacobs.
When: 4-6 Apr. Fri.-Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: T2, F Block, The Old Truman Brewery, 87 Brick Ln., E1 6QR (07900 432661).

What:Vintage Fashion Accessories & Textiles Fair
Why: Vintage clothing and accessories from 1800s to 1970s, from £5.
When: 6 Apr. Sun., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: The 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grv., W11 2QA (020 7229 4179).

What: Back from India Sale
Why: Jewellery by Natalia, embroidered jackets and children’s smocked dresses.
When: 8 & 10 Apr. Tues. & Thurs., 1-9 p.m.
Where: Tues., 10 Aubrey Walk, W8 7JG; Thurs., 12 Atherton St., SW11 2JE (07967 822647).

What: Designer Warehouse Sale
Why: Designs by the likes of Betty Jackson, John Galliano and See by Chloé, from £30.
When: 11-13 Apr. Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 45 Balfe St., N1 9EF (020 7837 3322).

What: Nina & Lola Pop-up Shop
Why: Designer exclusives, including Hannah Marshall dresses and Dotty K. accessories.
When: 12-26 Apr. Daily, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: La Viande Gallery, 3 Charlotte Rd., EC2A 3DH (020 7704 2912).

What: DSUK First Summer Sale
Why: Up to 80 per cent off samples by Vivienne Westwood, Yohji Yamamoto, Roberto Cavalli and more.
When: 24-27 Apr. Thurs., 1-10 p.m. (free entry for DailyCandy subscribers); Fri., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Ln., E1 6QL (07966 175535).

What: Elizabeth Fillmore Bridal Trunk Show
Why: Ethereal gowns made with couture fabrics, beading and Chantilly lace.
When: 25 & 26 Apr. Fri. & Sat., by appointment only.
Where: Browns Bride, 12 Hinde St., W1U 3BE (020 7514 0056).