Estee Goldschmidt

By William Guzman

 If there’s one type of person I truly pity, it is he or she who has no choice but to pay full price for their clothes because they have no idea what a sample sale is. Just a couple of months ago, I was that person. Funny thing is, I had no idea what I was missing out on – but now that I have been enlightened, I refuse to go back to living in the dark. Attending Theory’s sample sale not only reinforces that notion, but cements it into my very DNA.

My eyes couldn’t believe what they were seeing, clearly these discounts must be too good to be true. Like these blue straight-legged pants with tapered hems I fell in love with that retail for $225 but can be yours for only $50 bucks. Other notable deals include button downs (retail: $225, discounted price: $50), hoodies (retail: $195, discounted price: $65), elegant vests (retail: $500, discounted price: $155), and blazers (retail price: $525, discounted price: $155). Although hard to outdo, the prices weren’t the only great aspects of the sale. Equally as awesome was the staff, who were both friendly and helpful. I gotta give a special shoutout to Amoy, who made my shopping experience go as smooth as possible by answering all my questions and was eager to help.

Theory’s sample sale is located on Clothingline, 261 West 36th St., 2nd Fl, NY, NY and is open till Thursday, June 29th from 11AM to 7PM.

By Maura McNulty

Five days into the J Crew + Madewell sample sale, and things are still in full swing. Stepping into the small entrance off of 5th Avenue, I was immediately struck by how much stock was still left. To say that the selection was plentiful would be an understatement; rows of clothing racks covered the expanse of the warehouse floor, packed with all of the soft linens, bright colors, and chic patterns that make J Crew and all its subsequent brands so well known.

There were plenty of cute shorts and dresses for summer, but I was also happy to see a wide range of winter apparel as well. The sales staff were very competent and helpful, so you know you’ll be taken care of. The only thing I would warn about is the amount of people; it’s such a packed space, on top of being a must-have sale. Its manageable, but you may have to elbow your way through to grab that last paisley J. Crew top or Madewell leather booties. The prices, however, make it all worth it; with tops under $30, dresses under $40, and shoes under $65–on top of the crazy amount of clothing in stock–you’re sure to start your summer season of with a trendy, well made, although crowded, closet.

By George Benz

There’s nothing quite like that post shopping high that comes from making a successful purchase. Similarly, there’s nothing quite like that feeling of dread when it comes time to pay your credit card bill… Just like buying food, it somehow seems that clothes and shoes are always something you need more of. Be it those 600 weddings you have coming up, or that party your office is having for no real reason, most people enjoy looking their best. However, there’s nothing sustainable about dumping out your paycheck into the cause. Check out 5 features of the ShopDrop App that can save you money without hindering your wardrobe.

1. Push Notifications

Have you walked through SoHo or the Garment District wondering how many great deals you are currently missing out on? Well the answer is unsurprisingly quite a lot. ShopDrop easily solves this problem by notifying you whenever there are sample sales near you just waiting to be pounced on. You can now walk with a calm mind knowing that ShopDrop will let you know about the 70% off John Paul Ataker sale going on just half a block away.

2. Sample Sales on a Map

   

Looking to spend a whole day shopping for designer clothing at a fraction of the price? Wondering which area to go to? With ShopDrop’s map feature, it is incredibly easy to view all sample sales going on in the city at the touch of a button. Find out with ease which areas have the highest density of sample sales. Don’t waste your time by going to SoHo when there are only 2 sample sales going on there, instead head to the Garment District where there are 9 going on.

3. Easy Sharing

Want to quickly show your friends that unbelievable Babajaan sample sale where every item is only $75? Quickly share the sale with your friends through Facebook, text, email, twitter, and many more. Now it’s easy to gather a squad together for an out of this world shopping spree at names like Jimmy Cho, Blossom Cashmere, and Canali.

4. Easy Add to Calendar

Found the Sea New York sample sale with 70% off all items? Worried you’ll forget about it because it is 8 days away? Wash away these fears with the new add to calendar feature. This function fluidly allows the user to create a customized event that can be added to your calendar. Now you can be notified days in advance of that Micky London sale with 20$ bins that you were dying to go to.

5. Exclusive Sale

Thanks to ShopDrop’s connections with certain brands, we can be notified about sales that would not normally available to the public. These sales, often hosted in the back-wardrobes of the brands warehouses, give you exclusive access to dead stock items at a fraction of the price. Look out for these sales on our feed to get great brand items at a fraction of the price.

By Francine Szerer

As any lover of high end luxury fashion (who’s on the budget of a NYC college student) knows — shopping sample sales are a must. That’s why I keep my eye out and frequent only the best, most worth while sample sales. Today’s adventure: the Showroom Seven quarterly sample sale.

Immediately upon arrival, the beauty of the space drew me in. Racks upon racks of beautiful designer clothes welcomed me with open arms and excitement. Next, I was led into the sample sale where I was greeted by the same luxuries, only cheaper!

Showroom Seven is a public relations and sales firm with 20 plus years of experience catering to fashion and lifestyle clients worldwide. Their impressive clientele includes Erickson Beamon,2NDDAY, Pier Antonio, Patricia Bonaldi, Save My Bag, Chiara Ferragni and many more high end designers.

My first stop was the jewelry display where I came across some incredible jewels from the Erickson Beamon jewelry line. The options were endless as my mind traveled to all of the trendy and exotic places where these incredible pieces can be worn. Designers, Karen and Eric Erickson, Detroit natives, conceived the brand from the same spontaneous spirit that fuels it today. Little did Karen know “that by merely stringing crystals and beads onto suede, she was launching a company that would soon be featured in Vogue,” Karen is even credited with creating the chandelier earring. Despite their incredible growth in the past 27 years, Erickson Beamon keeps to their same beautiful handcrafted aesthetic. Their Jewels have been featured all over and adorn the necks and earlobes of Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Beyonce and many more A listers. You can get your own pieces at the Showroom Seven sample sale starting at $90, retailing anywhere from $200 to $2,000,

Next on my tour was DAY and 2NDDay which are showcased alongside each other in the showroom. DAY and 2NDDAY are the creations of Keld Mikkelsen. With DAY, Mikkelsen  dreamed of combining beautiful and ethnic visions from his world travels and combine them with his Scandinavian simplicity, masculine tailoring and vintage inspiration. Through the combination of all of these aspects, Mikkelsen achieves a “luxurious mix of modern classics, embellished details, exquisite craftsmanship and inventive elements.” 2NDDay, Mikkelsen’s younger, more contemporary line is based on denim, leather and tailoring. The collection is divided into two lines: ready-to-wear and denim. The brand is “forward looking” and is always trying to “break the norms and rules by creating something” that has never been seen or experienced. Prices for all DAY pieces begin at $100 and $80 for 2NDDay.

I was then led to another room full of incredible finds. My attention was pulled in by the rack full of Patricia Bonaldi evening gowns. Right away I knew I wanted one, but with nowhere to wear an evening dress to, I sadly turned away (after greatly admiring them, of course.)

Most of these stunning gowns retail in department stores for over $2,000, but here, at the Showroom Seven sample sale, they are being sold for an astonishingly low price of $200! Patricia Bonaldi’s evening dresses “embody romanticism” and can make anyone who wears them feel incredible. No matter the occasion, there is an evening gown waiting for you.

Also featured in the sample sale is a beautiful selection of ready-to-wear clothing from a multitude of great brands starting at $50 including Mata Traders (who is all about ethical fashion!) bohemian dresses that will for sure come in handy this summer.

As my exciting tour of the showroom came to an end, I was embraced by a colorful arrangement of Save My Bag beautiful Italian crafted bags. Originally intended as a luxury waterproof cover to “save” precious designer bags, Save My Bag has expanded to produce their own handbags gaining them “it bag” status of their own. Retailing at $115, Showroom Seven has a wide selection of sizes and colors starting at $60. I personally thought the Save My Bag concept is absolutely brilliant and even more so when I saw how chic and affordable each bag is.

The Showroom Seven sample sale is open until June 30th, on weekdays from 10am to 7pm, for their Summer sale! They are located on 38th and 10th, 501 10th Avenue (in the DHL building) on the seventh floor. If you have had the pleasure of shopping with Showroom Seven before please note that they have moved to a new location.

Share your finds with us by direct messaging us on Instagram @shopdropapp.

Good Luck and Happy Shopping! :*

By William Guzman

What: MEN’s J. Crew sample sale

When: June 19th – 24th

What time: 10am – 8pm

Where: 151 Wooster St., NY, NY

Judging by the huge crowd of eager shoppers, word on J. Crew’s new sample sale has certainly been getting around. And for good reason: their selection of outerwear, pants, sweaters and shoes is surprisingly plentiful and varied – considering their items have been flying off the racks!

One thing that really impressed me about the sample sale was the range of seasons their catalogue covers. For instance, for those scorching hot days right around the corner, I saw tons of shorts ($25) made of lightweight, breathable materials that are sure to keep you as cool as the other side of the pillow for the summer. Also, in the middle of the store, there were bins chock full of chino pants ($25) and denim jeans ($40) neatly organized by sizes. And for the inevitably harsh, cold winter, they had a plethora of cozy sweaters (cashmere: $75) (cotton/wool: $30), warm coats, trench coats ($80) wool jackets ($150) and stylish parkas with furry hoods. I should also mention that this is a excellent way to stock up on outerwear ahead of time for the winter season… 😉

Crew’s sample sale is located on 151 Wooster St., NY, NY and will remain active until Sunday, June 24th, so you still have a few days left to treat yourself!

Find more great sample sales here!

https://www.chicmi.com/new-york/sample-sales/

http://samplesally.com/

https://www.racked.com/new-york/2017/3/7/14847964/nyc-sample-sales

By Lexi Zimmer

This week’s top 5 sample sales all have one thing in common, they are not being hosted by major sample sale venues, but rather in the stores themselves. We’ve often found that these sample sales have something special about them, a charm and a unique selection of inventory, but you can be the judge. Check out some of these awesome sales and embrace the first week of summer. DM us on Instagram to share your finds, we’re always happy to share 😉 Now, without further ado, check out our top picks for sample sales coming up this week.

1. Lilla P x Leo & Sage Sample Sale

Where: 402 West 13th Street, New York, 10014

When: From Tuesday June 20th 2017 to Thursday June 22nd 2017

8am-8pm

**(Thursday 8-4)

You’ve got three whole days folks to nab both Lila P and Leo and Sage women’s wear at 70% off. We can’t wait to see what’s in store!

2. Jonathan Simkhai Sample Sale

Where: Jonathan Simkhai Studio, 252 W 37th St, 3rd Fl, NY, NY

When: Wednesday June 21st- Thursday June 22nd

10am-7pm

Established in 2010, the Jonathan Simkhai brand provides luxury ready-to-wear for the modern woman. The core aesthetic philosophy plays with the tension of feminine strength and sensuality; this is reflected in the employment of customized fabrics, romantic detailing, linear lines, and contoured silhouettes. For two days only, the brand will be hosting a sample sale in their own store on West 37th St.

3. Alice & Trixie and Love Sam Sample Sale

Where: Alice & Trixie HQ, 265 West 37th Street, 11th Floor, New York, 10018

When: From June 20th 2017 to June 22nd 2017

10am-7pm

Don’t miss out on this dual brand 3 day sample sale. Find ready for summer, bohemian tops, pants, shorts silks and cottons from both Alice & Trixie and Love Sam. Prices start at $20!!

4. Micky London Sample Sale

Where: Micky London, 231 West 39th Street, Suite 202, New York, 10018

When: From June 12th 2017 to June 23rd 2017

10am-5:30am

There’s nothing quite as discouraging as a  “fake sample sale.” As far as I’m concerned, if the prices are not at least 70% off, the brand doesn’t have the right to call it a sample sale. 50% off sales take place every so often, but unless the merchandise is more off than it is on, don’t you dare call it a sample sale. Micky London has got you covered this week with $1 hair accessories and women’s clutches and bags for just $10. (Now that’s what I’m talking about.) Shake up that little white dress with some fun accessories. For those looking for a way to keep your hair under control in this humidity, you can’t go wrong with a funky head band or scrunchy.

5. Babajaan Sample Sale

Where: Juju The Showroom, 135 West 20th Street, Suite 602, New York, 10011

When: From: June 19th 2017 to July 28th 2017

Weekdays 9-5

Let’s be real, New Yorkers are a unique breed of humans. The first time I walked into Central Park and saw a group of people tanning in their bathing suits I’ll admit I was slightly taken a back. No ocean, no sand, just sun, squirrels and high UV rays. You don’t need to live within walking distance of the beach to own a beautiful, designer bathing suit. You also don’t have to sacrifice your rent this month… All one pieces and bikinis $75, normal retail price between $300-$800. The sale will also feature high end hats, ya know, those ones that make you look like you just got off the plane from Florida.

Use these awesome in store sample sales to truly take control of your summer wardrobe, for a mere fraction of the price. Find more summer sample sales here! Happy shopping ladies!

https://www.chicmi.com/new-york/sample-sales

http://samplesally.com/

https://www.racked.com/new-york/2017/3/7/14847964/nyc-sample-sales

xo,

Lexi