Sample Sale Report: KAS New York

If you're thinking about dropping by the KAS sample sale in midtown make sure you're a size small.  While there are a few pieces that are in other sizes, for most part 95% of the sale are actual samples in size small.  For most part there are only a couple of each style at the sample sale but racks are well laid out according to category and easy to sift through.

All sales are final and prices range between $20-70.  Most pieces I looked at were in the $30-$40 range.  Prices are color coded on the tag and easy to identify.  There was also a small selection of cami's for just $4 in knit/woven as well as a box of pashmina scarves for $40 a piece.  The sale was well lit with natural light and there was only a couple shoppers when I dropped by during lunch.  If you're looking for clothing with bold embroideries / mixed prints this is a great sale to snag goods at a reasonable price.

Who: KAS New York Sample Sale
What: 70-80% off retail on striking silhouettes and luxurious statement pieces with their vibrant prints Agnette Skirt was $220, now $55. Othilia Top was $135, now $35. Rosita Top was $170, now $45. Yuri Dress was $260, now $65. Dori Dress was $245, now $60. Pearl Skirt was $170, now $45
When: August 27-31, 2012. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 231 West 39th Street, Suite 1002

NYC Sample Sales August 27-September 2, 2012

Who: Acne Studios sample sale
What: Swedish purveyor of effortless cool will have RTW, accessories, shoes, and denim at deeply discounted prices.
When: August 27-31, 2012. Mon-Fri noon-7pm
Where: 401 Broadway (b/n Lispenard & Walker St.), 22nd Floor.

Who: Gryson and Olivia Harris Sample Sale
What: Snag signature handbags at up to 70% off at the Gryson and Olivia Harris Sample Sale. Samples as low as $50. Vibrant leather chain-strap bags $150 (was $495)
Classic doctor-bag styles $150 (was $495) Roomy zipper-detailed looks $200 (was $655)
When: August 27-28, 2012. Mon-Tues 10am-7pm, Wed 10am-5pm
Where: 180 Varick Street (b/n Charlton and King St), Suite 916

Who: KAS New York Sample Sale
What: 70-80% off retail on striking silhouettes and luxurious statement pieces with their vibrant prints Agnette Skirt was $220, now $55. Othilia Top was $135, now $35. Rosita Top was $170, now $45. Yuri Dress was $260, now $65. Dori Dress was $245, now $60. Pearl Skirt was $170, now $45
When: August 27-31, 2012. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm
Where: 231 West 39th Street, Suite 1002

Who: Scoop NYC Ultimate Closet Clean-Out Sale
What: Up to 90% off and include dresses, denim, shoes, handbags and more. Designer women’s styles on sale include those by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Alice + Olivia, AG, Castañer, Current/Elliott, Diane von Furstenberg, Helmut Lang, IRO, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Poupette, Rag and Bone,Stuart Weitzman, T Alexander Wang and more. Men’s styles on sale include those by Acne, Adam Kimmel, Dsquared², Etro, Hartford, John Varvatos, Maison Martin Margiela, Moncler, Paul Smith, Rag and Bone, Shipley & Halmos, and more. For the first time ever, the sale will also run online at ScoopNYC.com.
When: August 27-September 15, 2012. 8/27; M (9-9). 8/28 – 9/5; Tue-W (10-8). 9/6 – 9/15; M-Sat (11-8), Sun (11-7)
Where: 430 West 14th Street (at Washington Street). 212-929-1244 or Online

Who: Proenza Schouler Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on Spring 2012 and samples.  Prices run from $20-$1,310.
When: Aug 28-29, 2012. 10am-6pm
Where: 82 Mercer St (b/n Broome and Spring St)


Who: Sophomore, Lindsey Thornburg, Some Odd Rubies
What: 50% to 70% off dresses, tees, jackets, vintage, and jewelry
When: August 24-30, 2012. noon-8pm daily
Where: 114 Stanton St (b/n Ludlow and Essex St)

Who: Courtshop
What: 50% to 70% off shorts and jeans from the spring/summer collection. Shorts are $30 to $50 (was $78-$143), and jeans are $50 to $80 (was $117-$172). Most jeans are $55, and there are also one-of-a-kind samples
When: August 27-31, 2012. Mon-Fri noon-8pm daily
Where: 178 Mulberry St (b/n Broome and Kenmare St) 212-925-1022.

Ongoing Sales:
Who: Barneys New York Warehouse Sale
What: Up to 75% off on a selection of designer clothing, shoes + accessories
for men, women + children as well as gifts for the home
When: August 23-September 9, 2012.
August 23, 2012 8am - 9pm
August 24, 2012 8am - 9pm
August 25, 2012 9am - 8pm
August 26, 2012 9am - 8pm
August 27, 2012 10am - 9pm
August 28, 2012 10am - 9pm
August 29, 2012 10am - 9pm
August 30, 2012 9am - 9pm
August 31, 2012 9am - 9pm
September 1, 2012 9am - 8pm
September 2, 2012 9am - 8pm
September 3, 2012 9am - 7pm
Where: 255 West 17th St (nr 8th Ave)

Sample Sales This Week: December 5-11, 2011

Who: Showroom Seven and Erickson Beamon
What: Up to 60% off wholesale Issa London, Charlotte Ronson, Diane de Maria, Odd Molly, TwentyCluny, and Imitation of Christ, plus free drinks every night starting at 5pm
When: December 2-22, 2011. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 11am-6pm. Sun Closed
Where: 263 11th Ave, 3rd floor (b/n 27th & 28th St)

Who: J Rosen Showroom
What: 50-75% off swimsuits and coverups from Despi, Brette Sandler, Debbie Katz, and L Space; sandals from Cocobelle and Ipanema; and bags from Mar y Sol.
When: December 5-16, 2011. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm. Closed Weekends.
Where: 231 West 39th St, Suite 1101 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Pono Holiday Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off jewelry and accessories. The Sea Glass bracelet is $25 (was$95), the See Saw choker is $75 (was $250), and the Arctic Ice choker is $50 (was $165).
When: Dec 5-9, 2011. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Where: 132 W 36th St - 8th floor  (b/n Broadway and 7th Ave). 212-216-0044

Who: Kas New York Sample Sale
What: Dresses, tunics, jackets, tops and skirts are $10-$80!
When: Dec 5-9, 2011. Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:30pm
Where: 231 W 39th St - Suite 1002 (near 8th Ave). 212-866-5999

Who: Beyond Vintage Holiday Sample Sale
What: 30-75% off on lace blouses, layering pieces, sweaters, silk skirts, silk and Holiday dresses from Spring and Early Fall collections. Full size run available
When: December 6-8, 2011. Tues-Thurs noon-7pm
Where: 275 West 39th St, 2nd Floor

Who: Gryson & Olivia Harris Sample Sale
What: Up to 70% off  accessories.  The Gryson Maveric bag is $240 (was $795), the Olivia Harris Oversized Collar Stud Bad is $190 (was $625) and samples start at just $50.
When: Dec 6-8, 2011. Tues-Thurs 9am-7pm
Where: 180 Varick St (b/n King and Charlton) - suite 916. 212-462-6786

Who: Giuliana Teso Sample/Stock Sale
What: Discounts on luxury Italian fur coats, jackets and outerwear.
When: Dec 6-8, 2011. Tues-Thurs 10am-6pm
Where: 224 W 30th St - Suite 205 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave).

Who: Lauren Merkin Sample Sale
What: Handbags, clutches and accessories up to 70% off! There's also bargain boxes with items starting at just $25.
When: Dec 6-10, 2011. Tues-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 11am-4pm
Where: 231 W 29th St - Suite 201 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave). 212-239-2459

Who: Current/Elliott, Joie & Equipment Sample Sale
What: 50%-75% off women's outerwear, sweaters, silk tops, tees and denim
When: Dec 6-10, 2011. Tues 9am-7pm, Wed-Thurs 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-4pm
Where: 260 5th Ave (b/n 28th & 29th St). 212-725-5400


Who: Hanro Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off underwear, sleepwear, loungewear and robes.  Women's sample sizes are XS and S, men's sample size is M (there will be other sizes available but in limited quantities).
When: December 7, 2011.  Wed 8am-6pm
Where: 358 5th Ave - 7th Floor (b/n 34th & 35th St).

Who: Yigal Azrouel Sample Sale
What: Discounts on great men's and women's RTW
When: Dec 7-9, 2011. Wed-Fri 10am-7pm
Where: 225 W 39th St - 5th floor. 212-302-1194

Who: United Bamboo Stock/Sample Sale
What: Score 60-90% off previous seasons and 20% of current season merchandise.
When:  Dec 7-9, 2011. Wed-Fri 11am-7pm
Where: 217 Centre St - 6th Floor (b/n Grand and Howard)

Who: Theory (Men's) Sample Sale
What: Up to 65% off menswear.
When: Dec 7-Dec 10, 2011. Wed 12pm-8pm, Thurs-Fri (8am-8pm), Sat 10am-6pm
Where: 139 5th Ave - 2nd floor (b/n 20th & 21st St). 212.398.2777

Who: Bindya Sample Sale
What: Discounts on beautiful scarves - silk, cotton, cashmere
When: December 8-9, 2011. Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 9am-6pm
Where: 49 West 38th St, 9th floor (b/n 5th & 6th Ave)

Who: Complex Geometries Sample Sale
What: Score deep discounts on pieces with a modern take on jersey.  Merchandise includes stock from shoes to one off runway pieces. CASH ONLY
When:  Dec 8, 2011.10pm-6pm
Where: 5 Crosby St - Suite 3A (b/n Grand and Howard)

Who: Splendid and Ella Moss Sample Sale
What: Discounts on women's, men's, tween, toddler and baby clothing.
When: Dec 8-9, 2011. Thurs 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-5pm
Where: 260 W 39th St - 12th floor (near 8th Ave)

Who: Simon Showroom Sample Sale
What: Discounts on labels including Citizens of Humanity, Goldsign, Iro and Duffy & Kenny.  Samples start at $28!  CASH ONLY
When: Dec 8-9, 2011. 10am-7pm
Where: 95 5th Ave (at 17th St) - 3rd floor

Ongoing Sample Sales:
Who: Theory (Women's) Sample Sale
What: Up to 85% off retail on womenswear. Tees $27, blouses $60, pants $75, dresses $97, leather $225.
When: Extended Monday December 5, 2011. 10am-8pm
Where: 261 W 36th St - 2nd Floor (near 7th Ave)

Who: Autumn Cashmere Sample Sale
What: Up to 75% off cashmere apparel and accessories.
When: Dec 5-9, 2011. Mon-Fri 9am-7pm
Where: 231 W 39th St - suite 1111 (near 7th Ave)

Who: Minnie Rose Sample Sale
What: Cashmere Sweaters 50-80% Off! Prices range from $15-$150. All sizes are available.
When: Novemeber 28-December 9, 2011. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun CLOSED
Where: 264 West 40th St, Suite 702 (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)

Who: Echo of the Dreamer/Mars & Valentine Sample Sale
What: Discounts on jewelry and Kevin O'Brien scarves and pillows! As a bonus, they are offering 20% off all jewelry purchases over $150.
When: November 29-December 16, 2011. Tue-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 11am-4pm, Closed Sunday
Where: 242 West 30th St, 14th Floor (b/n 7th & 8th Ave)