Sample sales sound like the preserve of characters like Andy from The Devil Wears Prada, right? But no. There are some us mere mortals can go to. And trust us it's worth the humiliation of getting your clothes off/knarly toe nails out in front of people because there are some SERIOUS bargains to be had.
The even better news? Loads start next week. Here's what to diarise whilst you figure out a good excuse to skive off work. Or something.
ERDEM
Erdem Moralioğlu is the master of print and femininity. He's so posh the Duchess of Cambridge wears his stuff. But at this sale, prices start at just £20. Unmissable. (Especially if you're looking for a dress to wear to a wedding you won't worry about anyone else also being in.)
19th May - from 12 – 8pm
20th May - from 8am – 6 pm
White Space, 4 Great Newport Street, WC2H 7JB
JOSEPH
One of the best in town, boutique store Joseph’s sample sales include pieces from the main line and their other stocked brands. Which means in the past you've been able to pick up stuff from Miu Miu there. Just sayin’…
19th May - 22nd May - from 10am – 9pm
The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, W1K 5LF
CHILTERN ST STUDIO
Prices at 50-80% off retail, and brands include Rose & Rose, IDA and Odd Molly. Our tip? Hunt down the Bloch ballet flats. Simply amazing.
21st May - from 9am – 6pm
22nd May - from 9am - 5pm
78a Chiltern Street, W1U 5AB
BROWNS
The legendary boutique is hosting its annual one-day pop-up sale - and there's a reason it only comes once a year. Heavyweight labels include Alaia, Balenciaga, Celine, Dior, Stella, Christopher Kane... we could go on... But just find a way to go
23rd May - from 10.30am – 8pm
The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, W1K 5LF
NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD
A shoe lover’s paradise, Nicholas Kirkwood’s sample sales are always well-stocked and full of goodies. And who needs to buy sensible shoes when prices are up to 75% off.
29th May - from 10am-8pm
30th May - from 8am – 8pm
The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, W1K 5LF
MELISSA ODABASH
Queen of swimwear Melissa Odabash has prices slashed at up to 70% off. And you do need a new bikini...
5th June - from 12-9pm
6th June - from 9am-7pm
The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, W1K 5LF
LINDA FARROW
Where better to snap up some new sunglasses than at Linda Farrow’s sample sale? Brands include Dries van Noten, The Row, 3.1. Phillip Lim, and students get 20% with a NUS card. Easy peasy.
5th June & 6th June - from 11am-7pm
7th June - from 11am-5pm
51 Calthorpe Street, WC1X 0HH
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.