Los Angeles - November 06, 2006

Sample Sale Time

L.A. Sample Sales Part One

Daylight savings may be over, but retail savings are just beginning.

What: Sample Angel Benefit for Reel Dreams for Youth
Why: Up to 80 percent off men’s and women’s labels like Alice + Olivia, Catherine Malandrino, Shagg Downtown, James Jeans, Twinkle by Wenlan, C Label, and others.
When: Nov. 8. Wed., 8-11 p.m.
Where: Studio 528, 528 N. La Brea Ave., b/t Formosa & Sycamore Aves., Hollywood. Admission is $15 with R.S.V.P. or $20 at the door.

What: Amenity Home
Why: Duvets, pillows, and bags at 50-70 percent off.
When: Nov. 10 & 11. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 453 S. Spring St., near W. Fifth St., studio 839, Downtown (213-624-7309).

What: EM Productions
Why: Society for Rational Dress, Kimberly Faith, Augustine, and others, are $50-$300. Cash only.
When: Nov. 10 & 11. Fri., 5-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1608 N. Las Palmas Ave., at Selma Ave., Hollywood (323-644-2684).

What: Matteo
Why: Up to 75 percent off luxe quilts, sheets, pillows, throws, and duvet covers.
When: Nov. 10-12. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 912 E. Third St., b/t Alameda & Santa Fe Sts., Downtown (888-628-8361).

What: Fashion Elements Shopping Event
Why: Clothing and accessories by more than 40 designers, such as Harkham, Moss Mills, Kudra Studios, and Tart at 25-50 percent off retail.
When: Nov. 12. Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Smashbox Studios, 8549 Higuera St., at Hayden Dr., Culver City. R.S.V.P. at eventme.com.

What: For the Love of Style Sample Sale
Why: There’s no guilt with Diane Medak clothing, 2nd Jeneration Jewelry, Citizens of Humanity jeans, and such at discount prices and charitable donations for The Los Angeles Jewish Home for the Aging.
When: Nov. 12. Sun., 11 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Where: The Luxe Hotel, 11462 Sunset Blvd., W. of 405 Fwy., Brentwood. Tickets online at laguardians.com.