Bellino, Pratesi sample sales

Update: reader comment, "It was a great Pratesi sale. The sheets and cashmere throws and blankets were a wonderful bargain." Today is the last day, so if you were on the fence, head on over!

It's about that time for fabulous linen sample sales: Bellino and Pratesi!

Bellino: Get your fill of fine Italian sheet and duvet sets, coverlets, terry towels, and classic bathrobes. Prices up to 85% off retail. Sample prices:

• Twin, Queen and King sheet and duvet sets, retail $400-$600, now $160.
• Jacquard 600-thread count Egyptian cotton, retail $750-800, now $200.
• Terry towels 3-piece, now $20.
• 100% Egyptian cotton tablecloths and napkins retail $40, starts at $60.
• Waffle weave kimono style bathrobes from $40.
• Percale and sateen quilted coverlets retail $400-$600, now $99 up to $149.

Pratesi: up to 80% off Italian linens, bedding, towels, robes, table, and baby.

What: Bellino Sample Sale
When: Sunday, March 1 - Wednesday, March 4; 10AM-6PM daily
Where: Main Lobby @ 230 5th Ave (@ 27th St); 212-920-1211
How: Google Transit
All sales final. CC only. No children or strollers.

What: Pratesi sample sale
When: Saturday, Mar 7 - Tuesday, Mar 10; Sat-Tues 9AM-6:30PM
Where: Soiffer Haskin, 317 W 33rd St (W of 8th Ave)
How: Google Transit to Penn Station
CC only. No strollers. No children under 12.