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Fab Flash: Designers Partner with Gilt.com

FabSugar — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:00:22 -0800

A new partnership has just been formed that will allow sample sale fans to get their fix from the comfort of their own home! The Council of Fashion Designers of America has joined with Gilt.com to give CFDA members - think Marc Jacobs, Nanette Lepore - the option of doing their sample sales online.

Already, Marchesa, Rachel Roy, and Bulgari have teamed with Gilt Groupe's Gilt.com for the site's one-day designer-specific online sales, and Behnaz Sarafpour and Sari Gueron have upcoming sales in the works. Gilt Groupe offers 3-4 online sales per week - for sale access, you must be a referred member, but once accepted, there are no fees involved. Everyone loves a sample sale, right?!
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Fab How-To: Sample Sale Shopping

BellaSugar — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 07:14:44 -0800

Now that we've shown you a peek into Spring, as well as some of the new Fall 2007 looks, if you are anything like me, you've already begun to clean out your closet to ensure there's ample space in there for what's to come! Stores are still having major sales and private brands are conducting their own and much awaited sample sales.

The slashed price tags can really make your tail wag, but beware! You don't want to wind up with a closet full of junk...no less, last season's junk. For a few helpful tips from a shopping junkie on how to tackle sample sales, read more

Lesson One: Try and resist the need for an item simply because it seems like such a good deal. At the time it may seem like a fab purchase, but if realistically you are never going to put it on, then put it down!
Lesson Two: Don’t buy it if it doesn't fit you while you are in the store. I can't tell you how many times I thought, "this will look great after I lose the weight I've been meaning to shed." If you never get around to losing the weight, the item will never fit. Also if something requires a costly alteration, consider if it's really worth the investment.
Lesson Three: Slow down shopper! If you are rushing but want to buy something so you feel a sense of accomplishment, chances are that you won't make a good choice. Shop when you've got the time to give your purchases proper smarts.
Lesson Four: Look for quality, not quantity. It's better to own a few nice investment staples than to own a closet full of trendy and shoddy items that will soon be out of style and will fall apart. Train yourself to splurge on timeless pieces.
Lesson Five: Spring clean before you go to a sample sale. Have an idea of what you need so that you won't be tempted to buy just anything that catches your eye. Your goal should be to get rid of anything that you haven't worn in two years (and that's a cushioned rule since I'm sentimental).
Tip: An additional helpful hint: make sure you wear clean, cute underwear that you don't mind others seeing. Often times sample sales are in huge warehouses or auditoriums with open changing rooms or none at all. Showing up commando at a sample sale is an etiquette and fashion DON'T!

Online Sale Alert! Rebecca Minkoff Online Sample Sale

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:00:22 -0700

Still craving a Morning After Bag? You're in luck. Rebecca Minkoff is holding an online sample sale that kicks off tonight at 9 p.m. (EST) until Sunday, June 21 at 9 p.m. (EST). New handbag styles will be added daily so keep checking back. My eye is on the Rocker in Papaya - perfect for Summer concerts and gallivanting about town.

Online Sale Alert: Kate Spade Sample Sale!!

FabSugar — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 16:45:16 -0700

Ok girls, now THIS is exciting! You know how most Sample Sales are only in one location and you have to get there super early to get all the good stuff? Well, good news, Kate Spade is having an online sample sale! The only downside is that you have to register on the site to shop the sale, but seems like an OK trade-off to me. The other thing is that because quantities are limited, your order is not guaranteed and all sales are final. But enough about the bad things, click here to shop the sale!

Online Sale Alert! Yoox Sample Sale

FabSugar — Fri, 16 May 2008 02:00:22 -0700

Yoox.com is currently holding an awesome sample sale with discounts up to a whopping 90 percent off. There are literally hundreds of Springy items to sift through and I've already found some great pieces including this vintage looking Missoni Silk Floral Blouse ($304, originally, $1,014). Now that's what I call a bargain! The sale ends May 19 and sizes are limited so hustle!

Online Sale Alert! One-Time Sample Sale at Mint

FabSugar — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:11:11 -0700

Because not all loyal Mint customers can stop by their NYC showroom to check out their incredible 50 percent off sale, the company is doing a one-time online sample sale for its distant customers starting today! Pieces from resort, early Spring, Spring, and even some exclusive Summer items are all majorly discounted.

Take this Mint Strapless Tiered Top from the holiday collection, for example. It was originally $495, and now it's $345. An ode to Lanvin, no?

Online Sale Alert! Kate Spade Sample Sale

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 13:37:05 -0800

We're already agog over the deals at the Benefit Friends and Family sale. Now, Kate Spade is hitting us with an amazing online sample sale, which starts today and goes through Friday, Nov. 17. You'll have to register on the site to view the sale items, some of which are discounted by as much as 70 percent. Here are some of my picks.

Merrywood Baylor, $342 reduced from $525.

Lexington Striped Shea, $90 reduced from $225.

Cashmere Scarf in Pink, $99 reduced from $175.

To see the rest, read more

Knits Flap Over Mitten, $45 reduced from $75.

Rio Bellini, $269 reduced from $695.

Pippin Park Photo Album, $73 reduced from $145.

Online Sale Alert! Cool Jewels at Alex and Chloe

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 06:00:22 -0700

There's nothing I like more than a sample sale. Alex and Chloe is currently hosting one and the selection includes rad dagger necklaces, fresh pendants, and lovely hearts marked up to 50 percent off. Sweet. I immediately went for this bad-girl dagger necklace, but since I already own a similar version, I did a 360 and purchased these diminutive Mirrored Heart Earrings ($45, originally $70). Shop fast, quantities are limited!

For more great deals, check out our site salehabit.com!

Fab Site: HarputsMarket.com

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:00:22 -0700

Here's the short version of a long story. I recently visited San Francisco boutique, Harputs Market, and immediately fell in love with The Swacket (pictured), got the black cashmere version for myself. The store not only sells avant-garde creations by Maison Martin Margiela and Yohji Yamamoto, and an extensive selection of fresh vintage sunnies, the team also designs clothes - Harputs OWN - right upstairs. They take basics (shift dresses, sweaters, overalls) and transform them into statement pieces.

The Swacket, which can be worn in a ton of ways, is one of their genius creations. They now have an online shop, where vests, dresses, and The Swacket can be purchased. If prices are too steep, peruse the sample sale selection; all items go for $100.

Fab Site: ThuyNewYork.com

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:00:22 -0800

New York-based designer Thuy has launched an e-commerce site. Congratulations! Now, not only will you be able to see his latest collections, but you'll also be able to shop them immediately. Instant gratification, I like it. Even better news, Thuy is currently holding a Fall '08 sample sale. Prices are still steep but it's worth a peek.