Friends Don't Let Friends Pay Retail: This Week's Online Only Sample Sales (August 30 - Sept 4)

A sale is a sale is a sale, right?

Warehouses and big white rooms aren't the only places to look for sales. No ma'am. Each and every week, the highest of high end merchandise goes on sale online. That's right. No pushing, no shoving, no long lines. This is the real deal. Can you say Gucci? Valentino? Dior? If you speak that language (and who among us does not?!) then you, my friend are in the right place! Read on for a sample of the best of the best in online sample sales .

P.S. Many of these sites allow entry by Invitation Only, but never fear! I have hooked you up there too... ;-)


BeyondtheRack.com (Use Invite Code NDF15070E47 to join)

What: Juicy Couture Sunglasses
When: Sunday, August 30, 11 a.m.

What: Burberry Scarves and Handbags
When: Monday, August 31, 11 a.m.

What: fcuk Watches
When: Wednesday, September 2, 11 a.m.

What: Balenciaga Handbags
When: Thursday, September 3, 11 a.m.


Gilt Group (Click Here to Accept Invitation)

What: Chloe
When: Sunday, August 30, 9 p.m.

What: Derek Lam Sunglasses
When: Sunday, August 30, 9 p.m.

What: Rachel Roy Ladies' Apparel
When: Tuesday, September 1, 12 noon


Haute Look (Click to Accept Invitation)

What: Chopard Watches
When: Monday, August 31, 11 a.m.

What: Rock & Republic Apparel and Accessories
When: Thursday, September 3, 11 a.m.


Rue La La (Click to Accept Invitation)

What: Tumi Luggage
When: Tuesday, September 1, 11 a.m.

What: Supergaga Footwear
When: Wednesday, September 2, 11 a.m.


Here are a couple more sites worth checking out:

ideeli - ideeli offers privileged access to the most sought-after fashion, home and beauty products, but that's not all. ideeli members also enjoy privileged access to luxury lifestyle experiences such as fashion shows and sold-out concerts. ideeli makes sure its members aren't "all dressed up with nowhere to go!" Current Sale: Gucci Handbags and accessories up to 44% off. Beginning Monday, August 31: Calvin Klein Monday - All Calvin Klein up to 60% off.


Billion Dollar Babes - At billiondollarbabes.com, they hold three high-end designer sales per week, each lasting 48 hours and featuring discounts of up to 80%. Billion Dollar Babes specializes in "off the beaten path" designers, always high-end, always in style.


I've done all I can do. The rest is up to you. Happy Shopping!