Sample sales are the great opportunity to find bargains from top designers at 30-75% off items that cost a week's pay for some. Sample sales, from the buisness perspective, are a way for retailers to discard an excess of merchandise.
Now that sample sales are understood, here is where men who usually get little access to sample sales get to have fun and go crazy in New York.
For the rugged NYC male, there is Patagonia, who's having an outrageous summer sale all at their stores in Manhattan. Ending August 21, 2008 Patagonia is offering a 40-70% discount on all outdoor items. Located at 101 Wooster St between Spring and Prince and 426 Columbus Avenue at 80th and 81st, the discount also applies online.
For the chic, the world-famous Barney's is having a sample sale at 50-75% off designer housewares, shoes, and clothing, nicluding jeans from John Varvatos, jackets from Martin Margiela, and tees/button-downs from Alexander McQueen. Barney's, if you don't know, is north of the city and calls 225 W 17th St between 7th and 8th Ave home.
For the casual, Denim and Knits is offering up to 60% off designer jeans from Citizens of Humanity, True Religion, etc, with some pairs starting at $30, a price typically only enjoyed by citizens of Costco. Denim and Knits is located at 2 Corlandt St, 2nd Floor, near Broadway.
Ladies, don't think you're forgotten; Designer Expo is having an outrageous sale, with 40-80% off on two floors stocked with hats, shoes, shirts, and shorts from designers like Diesel, 7 for all Mankind, and Antik. Located at 440 Broadway between Grand and Howard the sale ends on August 4, 2008.
These sample sales are compelety legit, and is a cheap way to stay in fashion in what used to be the fashion capitol of the world. If in doubt, click on the store link and check it out yourself; it's pretty amazing.
A lot is to be learned from those squirrels that New Yorkers hate. This is the time of year that they stock up on food for the coming winter and the harsh weather it brings. Stock up on the best fashion now so when the winter comes you won't have to be facing harsh conditions.
There you go, New York men and visitors of New York; take what was given and use it with care. Remember; with great spending power comes great style.
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