Lauren Merkin is hosting a sample sale this week offering up to 70-percent off clutches, handbags and accessories. Yesterday, I made my way to the label’s offices near FIT. The small space was filled with Merkin fans – many of them carrying armloads of clutches and bags, trying to decide what to walk out with. I can see how it would be difficult to make up one’s mind with all the variety on sale: clutches in all colors and fabrications (Diana, Lucy, Tatum, Lotte, Tess, Caroline, Ava and more) and a wide selection of bags (Cecilia, Astrid, Bella, Stella, Paige and more).
Near the front door are bargain bins filled with clutches that ranged in price from $20 to $50. At the end of the day yesterday, the selection was already picked over. There was also a box of Dianas for $60 (was $250). As for the other merchandise, I spotted Astrids in brown and black leather for $175 (was $395), Paiges and Stellas are now $250 (were $525 and $595), the Edie quilted handbag is now $75 (was $450), the Bianca is $165 (was $525), the Bailey is $175 (was $395), the Phoebe is $225 (was $475), the Lizzie is $275 (was $495). The sale goes through this Saturday. They will be restocking daily. I noticed boxes in the office filled with more bags. Traditionally, the prices are reduced in the last days of the sale. Unless you’re looking for a specific style, I’d wait until the end of the week for better deals.
Where/When: 231 W 29th St., nr Seventh Ave., Ste 201, (212-239-2459); August 10 to 14; T–F (11–7), S (11–4).
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