Sample Sale Report: Zadig & Voltaire

Last night was a pretty busy night sample sale wise - I hit up YSL (don't waste your time on this), Club Monaco and finally the press/preview event for Zadig & Voltaire (the sale opens to the public today).  By the time I arrived at my third sale of the night, I literally had 7 minutes to look around before onto the next event (gotta love New York!) so I quickly made my rounds and snapped a few pics.

First off - there's PLENTY of merch and items are arranged by type and by size (finally).  I would rather have items organized by size (especially when there's a lot of inventory) than anything else in a sample sale - it just makes life a little bit easier!

 

 

Pricing is alright - most things are ballpark 60% off retail, which is fairly high for a sample sale in my opinion but at least there's lots available and to choose from.  Outerwear ranges from $150-$300 and there were a couple racks (but not too many styles) up for grabs. T's were going for $38, shirts $75, sweaters were $75-$160, and bottoms ranged from $35-80.

T's made up most of the menswear section and there are so many to choose from.  Most are thinner cotton (which is what I prefer) and there were lots with emblems/lettering/etc. (which is what I stay away from).  At $38 a pop and limited time - I skipped passed these and went to look at what else was up for grabs.

There were a couple racks of pants available with sizing mostly in size 32 and 34 size.  I really took a liking to the slim-fit cargo chinos pictured above for $60.

My favorite items up for grabs at this sale would have to be the knitwear.  While not the cheapest, the items are tasteful, most are super fine gauge/thin knits and have subtle details like contrasting inserted necklines.  I loved this zip up sweater pictured above (the rolling rack bar was in the way of the zipper) with leather patchwork on the arms.  Sizing runs the gamut here and the stock's a plenty.

Outerwear was reasonably priced although there weren't that many options available.  There were a couple of heavy parkas up for grabs also in most sizes.

There were a few blazers likes this creme piece (in a variety sizes) but not much in terms of quantity and a couple of racks of button up shirts .  Blazers are $200 and button up shirts are $75 a piece.

Overall while there's plenty of merch up for grabs, the prices are definitely on the higher side for a sample sale - hopefully these will come down through the weekend as the sale progresses.

Who: Zadig & Voltaire Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off womenswear, menswear, kidswear and accessories
When: Oct 25-28, 2012. Thus 9am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-6pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St)

NYC Sample Sales: October 22-28, 2012

Who: Shelly & Renee Multi-Designer Sample Sale
What: Discounts on womenswear from Sonia Rykiel, Krizia (at up to 80% off), snag merchandise from Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschino, Rochas, Gunex and Cavalli Class. No children/strollers permitted.
When: Oct 21-23, 2012. Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Tues 10am-6pm
Where: 37 West 57th Street (b/n 5th & 6th Ave), 9th floor, 212-920-1211

Who: Montblanc Sample Sale
What: Discounts on writing instruments/accessories.  Sale is invite only and not sure how lax the door policy is.  Purchases are limited to a maximum of 5 items.
When: Oct 22-23, 2012. Mon 9am-5:30pm, Tues 9am-5pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St)

Who: YSL Sample Sale
What: Discounts on the French fashion lux label.
When: Oct 23-25, 2012. Tues-Wed 9am-6:30pm, Thurs 9am-3pm
Where: 317 W 33rd St (near 8th Ave).

Who: Club Monaco Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on menswear/womenswear/accessories
When: Oct 23-25, 2012. 11am-8pm
Where: 261 W 36th St (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)
 
Who: Beyond Vintage Sample Sale
What: 50%-80% off retail
When: Oct 23-26, 2012. 10am-6pm
Where: 275 W 39th St - 2nd floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)


Who: Paul Smith Sample Sale
What:  Up to 75% off men's/women's clothing, shoes and accessories.
When: Oct 25-26, 2012. 11am-7pm
Where: 468 W Broadway (b/n W Houston and Prince St)

Who: I Don't Like Mondays Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 90% off men's and women's clothing from labels like Alexander Wang, Jeffrey Campbell, Cheap Monday, United Nude, Melissa Shoes, Nicholas K, Robert Geller and more.
When: Oct 25-26, 2012. 12pm-7pm
Where: 157 Bowery (b/n Broome and Grand St). 646-559-2046.

Who: Bonpoint Sample Sale
What: Up to 60% off kids clothing (newborn to preteen)
When: Oct 25-26, 2012. Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-3pm
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion - 123 W 18th St - 5th Floor (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)

Who: Zadig & Voltaire Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off womenswear, menswear, kidswear and accessories
When: Oct 25-28, 2012. Thus 9am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-6pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St)

Who: Ippolita Sample Sale
What: Up to 65% off jewelry & accessories
When: Oct 27-30, 2012. Sat-Sun 9am-6pm, Mon-Tues 9am-7pm
Where: 317 W 33rd St (b/n 8th & 9th Ave)

Who: Hickey Freeman and Bobby Jones Sample Sale
What: From Hickey-Freeman: A huge selection of classic and sophisticated suits, sport coats, top coats, trousers, dress shirts and ties. Knit and woven shirts, sweaters, trousers and outerwear.  Suits $599, or 3 for $1,500 (retail $995-$1895). Sport coats $349 (retail $695-$1895). Dress trousers $159 (retail $295-$350).  Dress shirts $79, or 5 for $325 (retail $145-$295). Ties $49 or 5 for $200 (retail $155).  From Bobby Jones & Hickey Freeman Sportswear: Signature knit and woven sport shirts, sweaters, outerwear and trousers. Knit and woven sport shirts $59, or 3 for $150 (retail $150-$195). Sweaters start at $79, or 3 for $195 (retail $195-$295). Pants $79 (retail $98-$295)
When: Oct 28-Nov 1, 2012. Sun 9am-6pm, Mon-Wed 8am-7pm, Thurs 8am-5pm
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion - 123 W 18th St - 5th Floor (b/n 6th & 7th Ave)