Sales Alert: Carlos Falchi, Tahari, BE & D

Autumn is in full force, reminding you to purge and refresh your closet for the cooler weather! Welcome back to Ms. Fabulous' roundup of designer sample sales for this week:

Elie Tahari:
This label makes pretty, upscale, sportswear that may not be the trendiest of designers, but sells tons and tons under the radar.  Look for everything from handbags, shoes to the full range of clothing items for women AND men.  Sample prices include $79 for purses, $279 for leather jackets, men's shirts, $49.  Cash and Charge accepted.

When: October 16 - 20,Tue-Fri 8:30am-7:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm
Where: 501 5th Ave. (Btwn 41st & 42nd St) 2nd Fl, New York, NY 10017 

Carlos Falchi:
This designer makes incredibly luxurious handbags that truly highlights the textures of the exotic skins he uses.  He is incredibly supportive of up and coming designers, shown in his work with the Independent Handbag Designer Awards group.  Prices are roughly 80% off retail, e.g. python clutches will be selling for $150 (down from $795).  All forms of payment accepted.

When: TUESDAY 10/16: 9AM-7PM, WEDNESDAY 10/17: 9AM-7PM, THURSDAY 10/18: 10AM-7PM
Where: 225 FIFTH AVENUE (between 26th and 27th street)


Be & D:
This label makes hot boots and handbags sold at stores like Neiman Marcus.  They consult on accessories with Diane von Furstenburg and count ladies like Leighton Meester and Penelope Cruz as fans.  Current fall merchandise on sale.  All payment forms accepted.

When: October 16 - 18th. Tuesday, 11 - 8, Wednesday 11 - 7, Thursday 11 - 7
Where: 261 W 36th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10018 (between 7th & 8th Ave.)