This season amply generous sample sales have thrilled bargain-hunters. Among the best, Salvatore Ferragamo's sale, where clothing and accessories are up to 80% off. (Attention Italian parliament, our purchases alone probably constitute a bail out.) Just a few blocks away, Kenneth Cole is unloading their sleek basics at Lilliputian prices. Here are some of the sales' best bets. But hurry, Ferragamo's last day is Wednesday, March 4th, while Kenneth Cole's sale ends Friday, March 6th.
Sneakers, $79, Suede blazer, $300, Leather shoe, $109, Cashmere tie, $39 (not pictured).
Available at the Salvatore Ferragamo sample sale.
317 W. 33rd St. NYC (Between Eighth and Ninth Ave.), (718) 747-1656.
Wool vest, $30, Button-up shirt, $300, Blazer $40, Sweater, $40.
All available at the Kenneth Cole sample sale.
261 W. 36th St. NYC (Between Seventh and Eighth Ave.), second floor, (212) 947-8748.
-- Arielle Winnik





























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