Mackage, Vera Wang, Betsey Johnson, Ben-Amun, Calypso, Slane & Slane, Tory Burch, Twenty8Twelve, Nanette Lepore sample sales

Update: interesting comment from NYMag:

"don't waste time going to tory burch. employees and friends and family already bought everything sunday and monday. it actually started today and only rubbish left. pricey too."
By moneyp on 12/15/2009 at 2:53pm

Since NYMag has a nice robust list of sales (and since I'm feeling lazy), I'm just going to drop them all here...

What: Mackage sample sale
When: Tuesday, Dec 15 - Thursday, Dec 17; 11AM-7PM
Where: 275 W 30th St (@ 8th Ave)
Fall and winter coats are up to 50 percent off at the Mackage sample sale. The Isa wool-and-cashmere coat with a pleated hem and leather trim is $275 (originally $550), the hooded Nev leather bomber is $325 (originally $649), and the cropped Bunny puffy jacket with a fur-trimmed hood is $275 (originally $550).

What: Vera Wang sample sale
When: Sunday, Dec 13 - Thursday, Dec 17; 10AM-6PM
Where: Vera Wang showroom, 225 W 39th St (@ 7th Ave)

What: Betsey Johnson sample sale
When: Tuesday, Dec 15 - Thursday, Dec 17; 10AM-8PM
Where: Millenium Broadway Hotel, 6th Fl @ 145 W 44th St (@ 6th Ave); 212-993-9251
Merchandise is up to 75 percent off at the Betsey Johnson sample sale. The Ginger Snap wool jumper is $35 (originally $275), the evening pleated-organza strapless dress is $75 (originally $395), and the polka-dot printed canvas tote is $40 (originally $110).

What: Ben-Amun sample sale
When: Tuesday, Dec 15 - Thursday, Dec 17; noon-7PM
Where: Ste 12 @ 246 W 38th St (@ 8th Ave); 212-944-6480
Ben-Amun jewelry is marked down to wholesale prices or below at the annual sample sale.

What: Calypso sample sale
When: Tuesday, Dec 15 - Friday, Dec 18; T-Th 10AM-7PM, F 10AM-2PM
Where: 260 5th Ave (@ 28th St); 212-725-5400
Women's ready-to-wear, accessories, home accents, candles, and fragrances are up to 80 percent off at the Calypso St. Barth sample sale.

What: Slane & Slane sample sale
When: Wednesday, Dec 16 - Thursday, Dec 17; 2-8PM
Where: Slane & Slane showroom, 11th Fl @ 48 W 25th St (@ 6th Ave)
Necklaces, bracelets, rings, and pendants are 50 to 70 percent off at the Slane & Slane sample sale. The selection includes sterling silver and eighteen-carart-gold cuffs, multi-row pearl necklaces, and turquoise-and-silver chandelier earrings.

What: Tory Burch sample sale
When: Wednesday, Dec 16 - Thursday, Dec 18; W-Th 11AM-7PM, F 11AM-6PM
Where: 2nd Fl @ 261 W 36th St (@ 8th Ave)
Tory Burch is hosting a sample and stock sale on fall apparel, footwear, and handbags. The long V-neck cardigan is $85 (originally $375), the Bombe metallic T-tote is $195 (originally $495), and the Jaden Boot with a stacked wooden heel is $195 (originally $550).

What: Twenty8Twelve sample sale
When: Wednesday, Dec 16 - Saturday, Dec 19; 10AM-6PM
Where: Ste 1200 @ 580 Broadway (@ Prince St); 212-564-9747
Tops are $40 (originally $120), jeans are $60 (originally $280), dresses are $100 (originally $360), and blazers are $120 (originally $500) at the Twenty8Twelve sample sale.

What: Nanette Lepore sample sale
When: Thursday, Dec 17 - Friday, Dec 18; 9AM-7PM
Where: 4th Fl @ 225 W 35th St (@ 7th Ave); 212-594-0012
Dresses are $140 (originally $335 to $595), skirts are $100 (originally $195 to $295), and jackets are $190 (originally $215 to $340) at the Nanette Lepore sample sale.

End-of-season sales:
12/17–1/31 Fall and winter merchandise is up 30 to 50 percent off at the A.P.C. end-of-season sale. 131 Mercer St., nr. Prince St. (212-966-9685); M–S (11–7), Su (noon–6).

Through 12/31 Select men's and women's clothing is 30 percent off at Rogan, including outerwear. The women's silk dress is $209 (originally $296), the women's bomber jacket is $319 (originally $456), and the men's peacoat is $409 (originally $595). 330 Bowery St., at Bond St. (646-827-7567); M–S (noon–8), Su (noon–7).

Through 12/31 Select merchandise is 50 percent off at First Among Equals during the holiday sale. 177 Orchard St., Stanton St. (212-253-2202); M–F (1–9), S–Su (noon–8).

Through 12/31 Select fall 2009 womenswear, menswear, jewelry, shoes, and accessories are 25 to 40 percent off at Bird. The Alexander Wang viscose Goddess dress is $379 (originally $625), the Thakoon floral twist-front dress is $499 (originally $845), and the Zero + Maria Cornejo Marla dress is $359 (originally $598). Various hours and locations.

Through 12/31 Womenswear and shoes are 25 to 40 percent off at Project No. 8. The Margiela gray Replica heels are $573 (originally $765), the Stephan Schneider purple-and-black knit cardigan is $198 (originally $284), and the yellow VPL dress is $327 (originally $545). 138 Division St., nr. Orchard St. (212-925-5599).

Through 12/31 Menswear and shoes are 25 to 40 percent off at No. 8b. The Margiela Flocked sneakers are $386 (originally $515), the Stephan Schneider gray cardigan is $161 (originally $269), and the Aspesi jacket is $201 (originally $268). 38 Orchard St., at Hester St. (212-925-5599); Tu–Su (noon–7).

Through 1/1 Balenciaga is offering 40 percent off select merchandise. Short-sleeve silk cowl-back dresses are $469 (originally $795), gray cloque jackets are $1,189 (originally $1,995), and the black leather woven platform booties are $679 (originally $1,145). 542 W. 22nd St., nr. Tenth Ave. (212-206-0872); daily (11–7).

Through 1/31 Fall and winter handbags and accessories are 30 to 50 percent off at MCM at the Plaza. The Amazoness East-West shoulder bag is $616 (originally $880), the Alda shoulder bag is $336 (originally $480), and the Moto Cross Flap Over handbag is $679 (originally $970). 1 W. 58th St., at Fifth Ave. (212-832-2626); M–S (11–7), Su (11–6).

Through 1/31 Fall/winter 2009 menswear, womenswear, and accessories are up to 35 percent off in-store and online at Burberry. Various hours and locations.

Through 1/31 Shop discounted dresses, accessories, boots, and coats at the Tracy Feith warehouse sale, including original and archived pieces from past collections. LeShack by Tracy Feith dresses and separates are $75 to $180 (originally $250 to $400). 64 Grand St., nr. Kent St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn; daily, noon–7.

Through 1/31 Fall/winter 2009 merchandise is up to 50 percent off at Anya Hindmarch. The Marano Sea Snake clutch is $416 (originally $595), the Belvedere Red tote is $906 (originally $1,295), and the Gres heels are $402 (originally $575). Upper East Side: 20 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave. (212-750-3974). Soho: 115 Greene St., nr. Prince St. (212-343-8147). Call for hours.