October is a great month in New York for sample sales. With designers moving winter apparel already, it’s a fabulous time to update your winter wardrobe at a fraction of retail prices. Here’s our round-up of the best sales happening this week and next. Don’t forget to check out sample sale listings anytime for a list of our favorite sales and bargains in New York each week.

Elizabeth & James

Why: These super original designs from the stylish Olsen sisters, are unique, fashionable and reduced by more than 50%-70%. When we stopped by the sale our favorite deals included amazing knitwear for $90 and eyeglasses/sunglasses at $39.

Where: 260 Fifth Avenue. Between 28th and 29th Streets. NY. 10001

When: 7th – 12th October. Tuesday-Thursday 10am – 8pm. Friday-Saturday 10am-7pm. Sunday 10am-3pm.

ElizabethandJames.US

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What Goes Around Comes Around

Why: A rare and epic sale from legendary New York vintage store. With bags and clothes from big name designers like Louis Vuitton and Chanel, if you are a lover of luxury vintage, this sale is not to be missed.

Where: 225 Fifth Avenue. Between 26th & 27th Streets. NY. 10001

When: 7th – 12th October. Tuesday-Thursday 10am – 8pm. Friday-Saturday 10am-7pm. Sunday 10am-3pm.

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Derek Lam

Why: A great New York designer whose legendary sample sale is most famous for its cut price shoes and bags. We’re told by Derek Lam that they’ll be huge markdowns for example, bags like the Newton camera bag which usually retails at $1,390 will be just $200.

Where: 151 Wooster Street. Soho. NY.

When: 18th-27th October. Saturday-Tuesday 10am – 7pm daily.

DerekLam.com

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