Uniqlo

As the mags are now showing us all the goodies in store for Spring 2011, I thought what a good idea to reflect on what we have in store now. And with all the snowed-in fashionistas out there, it’s an ideal day to grab the hot chocolate, laptop and peruse away.

We’re starting our Top 5 list with The Affordables; a collection from the top chains and available to all via their online stores.

The White Lace Peter Pan Collar Sleevless Shift Dress
TopShop $80

Velvet Sleeveless Dress
Uniqlo, $49.90

Kimchi Blue French Dress
Urban Outfitters, $149

Twelve by Twelve Sleeveless Satin Sequin Trim Dress
Forever21, $34

Bright Red Dress AW10
H&M, $34.95

betsey_johnson12/15–12/17 Betsey Johnson
Merchandise is up to 75 percent off at the Betsey Johnson sample sale. The Ginger Snap wool jumper is $35 (originally $275), the evening pleated-organza strapless dress is $75 (originally $395), and the polka-dot printed canvas tote is $40 (originally $110).
Place & Time: Millennium Broadway Hotel, 145 W. 44th ST., nr. Sixth Ave., sixth fl.; T–Th (10–8).

12/13–12/17 Vera Wang
Find deals on ready-to-wear and evening gowns at the Vera Wang sample and stock sale at the Vera Wang Showroom.
Place & Time: 225 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave., fifth fl.; Su (11–5), M–Th (10–6).

12/15–12/17 Rebecca & Drew
Long- and short-sleeve TrioFit shirts, coats, dresses, and skirts are $100 or less at the Rebecca & Drew sample sale. The wool-silk pleated pencil skirt is $60 (originally $400), the slim-fit TrioFit shirt is $55 (originally $195), and the tiered-neck velvet dress is $80 (originally $400).
Place & Time: 342 W. 13th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; T–Th (8–7).

12/16–12/18 Qi
Cashmere dresses are 50 to 70 percent off, and cashmere accessories, blankets, and slippers are marked down to wholesale prices at the Qi sample sale. One-of-a-kind finds are $30 apiece.
Place & Time: 260 W. 39th St., nr. Eighth Ave., Ste. 200; W–F (11–6).

12/16–12/19 Various
Shop deals from Three Dots, Minnie Mortimer, Sophia Eugene, Nellie Partow, Yosi Samra, and more at the winter sample sale. Shoes start at $30 and dresses start at $50.
Place & Time: Panthere Communications, 200 Park Ave. South, at 17th St., Ste. 1608; Th–F (10–8), S (11–5).

12/17–12/18 Nanette Lepore
Dresses are $140 (originally $335 to $595), skirts are $100 (originally $195 to $295), and jackets are $190 (originally $215 to $340) at the Nanette Lepore sample sale.
Place & Time: 225 W. 35th St., nr. Seventh Ave., fourth fl.; Th–F (9–7).

Through 12/21 Uniqlo
In honor of the brand’s 25th anniversary, Uniqlo will feature different shopping promotions every day for 25 days from Thanksgiving to Christmas. 546 Broadway, nr. Spring St. (917-237-8800); M–S (10–9), Su (11–7).

james-jeans12/8–12/11 James Jeans
Find deals on denim at the James Jeans sample sale. Jeggings are $80 (originally $180), straight- and skinny-leg styles are $80 (originally $180), bootcut styles are $70 to $80, and one-of-a-kind samples are $15 to $50.
Place & Time: 500 Greenwich St., nr. Spring St., Ste. 202; T–Th (9:30–7:30), F (9:30–2).

12/4–12/9 Theory
Shop deals at the Theory women’s sample sale. Coats are $199 and under, jackets are $149 and under, dresses are $119 and under, pants are $99 and under, and shirts are $89 and under.
Place & Time: 261 W. 36th St., 2nd fl.; F (11–7), S–Su (11–5), M–W (11–7).

12/8–12/11 Diane Von Furstenberg
Merchandise from Diane Von Furstenberg is up to 75 percent off at the sample sale. New merchandise will be arriving throughout the week.
Place & Time: 260 Fifth Ave., nr. 28th St.; T (9–6:30, W (10–8), Th (10–7), F (9–3).

12/8 TG170
Erica Weiner Jewelry and TG170 are hosting a holiday sample sale, offering discounted clothing and $10 vintage earrings and bracelets.
Place & Time: 170 Ludlow St., nr. Stanton St.; 6–9pm.

12/8–12/12 Laren Merkin
Handbags, clutches, and accessories are up to 70 percent off at the Lauren Merkin sample sale. The Ava patent bag is $125 (originally $295), the Tatum patent bag is $130 (originally $325), and Stella totes are $295 (originally $595).
Place & Time: 231 W. 29th St., Ste. 201; T–F (11–7), S (11–4).

12/9–12/13 Helmut Lang
Merchandise is up to 60 percent off at the Helmut Lang sample sale. Leather jackets are $475, jeans and cords are $95, and T-shirts are $65.
Place & Time: 819 Washington St., nr. Gansevoort St.; W–Su (11–8).

12/10–12/11 Proenza Schouler
Women’s ready-to-wear from the current and past seasons is discounted at the Proenza Schouler fall 2009 sample sale. Prices range from $100 to $1,450 (originally $435 to $5,800).
Place & Time: 495 Broadway, nr. Broome St.; Th–F (8:30–6:30).

12/10–12/13 Rag & Bone
Men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, bags, hats, and more are discounted at the rag & bone sample sale. T-shirts are $40 and under, denim is $80 and under, dresses are $170 and under, blazers are $190 and under, and leather jackets are $450 and under.
Place & Time: 100 Christopher St., nr. Bleecker St.; Th–S (noon–8), Su (noon–6).

Through 12/21 Uniqlo
In honor of the brand’s 25th anniversary, Uniqlo will feature different shopping promotions every day for 25 days, beginning Black Friday.
Place & Time: 546 Broadway, nr. Spring St.; M–S (10–9), Su (11–7).

Through 1/31 Tracy Feith
Shop discounted dresses, accessories, boots, and coats at the Tracy Feith warehouse sale, including original and archived pieces from past collections. LeShack by Tracy Feith dresses and separates are $75 to $180 (originally $250 to $400).
Place & Time: 64 Grand St., nr. Kent St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn; daily, noon–7.

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