Online Sample Sales: sample sales allow retailers to sell excess merchandise to you at a fraction of the original costs and also entice buyers to return to retail stores to purchase items. Previously, you had to go to a physical location with little or no publicity about the events. Now, there are plenty of online options so you don't have to live in New York City. Of course, being physically there is always ideal, but here are some tips:
There are many excellent online shops, and here are a few favorites:
GILT GROUPE - INFOFORNYC'S TOP CHOICE - this premiere web site stocks some of the best brands with a beautiful layout and great tips such as dimensions of the models and sizing. Past sales have included Christian Laboutin, Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren, Theory, Tumi, Diesel, and more.
ideeli - another online site with past sales such as Miu Miu, Longchamp, and more
Editor's Closet - past sales have included Gucci, Nicole Miller, Marc Jacobs, and more. There is no join link so please email us at feedback@infofornyc.com with the subject "Editor's Closet" for an invitation
Savvy + Co. - this site advertises both online and inhouse physical sales
Beyond the Rack - more online sales with membership required
Rue La La - more online sales with membership required
The Top Secret - more online sales with membership required
Gomatta Girls - this online site does not require special invitations
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