NY Sample Sales

Wed 1/5 The Great Bridal Extravaganza
Enjoy live bands, D.J. performances, food tastings, and a runway fashion show at the Great Bridal Extravaganza. Over 60 vendors will showcase floral arrangements, invitations, and other wedding essentials at the Metropolitan Pavilion. Shoppers can win gift certificates, giveaways, or an eight-day vacation.
Place & Time: 123 W. 18th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (212-463-0071); 6–9:30 p.m. Register at here.

Thurs 1/6 & Fri 1/7 Christos
View a sneak peek of the fall 2011 Christos bridal collection at Amsale.
Place & Time: 625 Madison Ave., nr. 59th St. (212-583-1700); Th–F (11–6), S (9:30–6).

Fri 1/7 – Sun 1/9 Romona Keveza @ Kleinfelds
Browse bridal gowns at the Romona Keveza collection trunk show at Kleinfeld. The designer will make a special appearance on January 8.
Place & Time: 110 W. 20th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (646-633-4300); F (11:30–6), S (9:30–6), Su (10–5). Call to make an appointment.

Jan 11 – 13 Augusta Jones @ Kleinfelds
Born in Denmark to a Danish mother and British Chinese father, Charlotte Leung established her label “Augusta Jones” in 1999. Her 3 underlying designing requirements: beautiful styling; flexibility to suit a variety of shapes; and affordability. The Augusta Jones style is defined by contemporary clean lines with a twist.
Place & Time: 110 W. 20th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (646-633-4300); F (11:30–6), S (9:30–6), Su (10–5). Call to make an appointment.

Upcoming Trunk Shows at Kleinfelds:
Anne Barge Trunk Show Jan 14 – 17
Badgley Mischka Trunk Show Jan 14 – 17
Pnina Tornai Trunk Show Jan 20 – 30
Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show Feb 4 – 6
Augusta Jones Trunk Show Feb 8 – 10
Rivini Trunk Show Feb 11 – 13
Lazaro Trunk Show Feb 18 – 21

Through 1/9 Tumi
Seasonal merchandise is up to 40 percent off at Tumi’s fall sale. Women’s carry-ons are $299 (originally $495), and premium business cases are $399 (originally $550). Various locations.

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12/15 – 12/18 Sample Sale Productions Holiday Event
Sample Sale Productions, is featuring the largest and best selection ever of mint condition, pre-owned and new designer handbags by leading brands such as Chanel, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Dior, Hermes, Tods and more at up to 70% off, as well as jewelry, coats, and furs. Over the last four years Sample Sale Productions have staged the largest events on the east coast, filling ballrooms with 1000′s of couture and designer handbags, clothing, and accessories.
Place & Time: 135 W. 52nd St. – Flatotel Hotel (btwn 6th & 7th Ave) 5th Floor; Wed-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 11am-4pm

Through 12/31 Built by Wendy
Select items from the Built by Wendy fall collection are 30 to 50 percent off at the brand’s seasonal sale.
Place & Time: 46 N. 6th St., nr. Kent St., Williamsburg (718-384-2882); 7 Centre Market Pl., nr. Broome St. (212-925-6538); M–S (noon–7), Su (noon–6).

Through 1/9 Tumi
Seasonal merchandise is up to 40 percent off at Tumi’s fall sale. Women’s carry-ons are $299 (originally $495), and premium business cases are $399 (originally $550). Various locations. Call for hours.

Through 12/16 Made in Museum
Select merchandise, including glass wares, jewelry and ceramics, Made in Museum’s warehouse sale.
Place & Time: 148 Duane St., nr. W Broadway, 2nd fl.; F–S (10–8); Su–M (10–6).

12/15 – 12/23 Portolano
Cashmere – Men’s Women’s Hats, Gloves, Scarves, Wraps – Sample Sale
Find luxurious cashmere hats, gloves, sweaters and scarves for both men & women. Also find Pashmina, shawls, and wraps for the ladies, all available in array of colors and styles.
Place & Time: 5 W. 37th St (btwn. 5th & 6th Ave.) 2nd Fl.; Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

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Starts Today, 11/29 through 12/10 GeoArt by Cynthia Gale
Sterling Silver Jewelry Holiday Sample Sale
Featured items include key necklaces with gemstones as well as a new collection of Eco-friendly sustainable sterling jewelry with peridot, blue topaz, white pearl and peridot accents.
Place & Time: 8 E. 36th St. (btwn. 5th & Madison Ave.) 3rd Fl.; Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

Through 12/3 G-III
The annual leather and outerwear sale is not to be missed. This fabulous sale features jackets, coats and rainwear in leather, wool, down, and cashmere for brands such as Andrew Marc, Cole Haan, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Ellen Tracy, Nine West, Sean John, Jones New York, Izod, Guess, House of Dereon, Black Rivet, Winlit, and LNR.
New merchandise arriving daily
Place & Time: 241 W. 37th St. (btwn. 7th & 8th Ave.); Mon-Fri 10am-7pm

Starts Today, 11/29 through 12/8 Portolano
Men’s Women’s Hats, Gloves, Scarves, Wraps – Sample Sale
Portolano’s Fall sample sale features luxurious cashmere hats, gloves, sweaters and scarves for both men & women. You will also find exceptional handmade silk ties for men, Portolano kids and baby accessories, all marked at or below wholesale prices.
Place & Time: 15 W. 37th St. (btwn. 5th & 6th Ave.) 2nd Fl.; Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

Starts Today, 11/29 through 12/10 Minnie Rose
Cashmere Sweaters 50-80% Off
Prices range from $15-$150. Many sizes are available. New inventory is added every week. All sales are final. No exchanges. No returns. Spend $100 or more and receive $10 off your final sale.
Place & Time: 264 W. 40th St. (btwn. 7th & 8th Ave.) Suite 702;

Ends tomorrow, 11/30 James Leonard Opticians
James Leonard Opticians is having their annual end of year clearance sale with savings of up to 70% off. Eyewear and sunglasses are starting at just $75 on designer brands such as Dior, Gucci, Armani, LaFont, Tom Ford, Cavalli and many more.
Place & Time: 1010 2nd Ave. (btwn 53rd and 54th St.); Mon 10-7pm, Tues 10-8pm

Starts Today, 11/29 through 12/17 Avalin Sweaters
Avalin is opening their showroom doors to the public. This sale includes sweaters, vests, scarves and more. Sizes range from S-XL. Items will be discount up to 75% off retail, starting at $5 to $45.

Place & Time: 221 W. 37th St (btwn. 7th and 8th) 3rd Fl; Mon-Wed 10am-5pm Thu 10am-7pm Fri:10am-5pm