Anyone that knows me knows that I love a good sale; they would also know that designer sale season is one of my favorite times of the retail season. If you are unfamiliar with designer sale season, it’s basically occurs twice a year; once during the end of the Spring/Summer retail season and once during the end of the Autumn/Winter sale season. Unlike other brands that may frequently make it to sales list during the year, certain designer brands only go on sale during this sale season (for about 30-40% off at first cut; at 2nd & 3rd cut you may be able to find an item at 60-75% off)! It is a great time to purchase a designer item (clothing, shoes, bags, accessories) that you may have been coveting all season long, but for a more reasonable price. You should note that not every item from your favorite designer will make the sales cut. Most of the items that do are often seasonal items (ex. floral, sandals, sheer/ crop tops at the end of the Spring/ Summer season or sweaters, coats, boots, etc at the end of the Fall/Winter season). It is a way for retailers to get rid of excess inventory and make room for the next season’s.
Designer Sales season is normally the kick off to a month to month and a half long span of end of season sales that almost every retailer will participate in, so even if you aren’t really into designer digs, it’s still great to know when it begins because that means that other brands/items that may peak your interest may probably go on sale within a reasonable amount of time as well.
If you would like to be kept up to date as to when the designer sales kick off, here are a few tips:
1) Be nice to your department store sales associate. They often know when the sales will start and can keep you updated via email. If you are really nice, they can also let you know about the pre-sales before the sale is open to the general public (a lot of most wanted items are often sold out during pre-sale, so having a sales associate at your favorite department store(s) is definitely a benefit).
2) Join a fashion/style forum. The ladies are super helpful and are often there because they share common interest(s)
3) Just ask! (If you notice that your retailer is making room for the next season’s inventory, ask them when are they going to be having their end of season clearance)
4) Make Google your friend! Just google sales terms and the current year and you may be surprised with how much info you get.
I really didn’t have my eyes set on much for this season from department stores, but I am definitely looking forward to a few of my favorite online retailers starting their sale this June.
Now that I’ve shared a few tips with you, let’s say a BIG Hello Lovers to 2 of my sale finds…
Christian Louboutin Volpi Poppi d’Orsay Pump
I’ve had my eye on them for a while and finally took the plunge as soon as they hit the sales list at Jeffrey’s of Atlanta/New York.
Christian Louboutin Black Suede Summerisima
They come in various colorways, but never even crossed my mind until I saw them in black. I am so glad that I got them because they go with absolutely everything. They will definitely be my go to summer sandal 
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Here is another tip for navigating the sales tide…
This a great time to try a trendy piece. A lot of items that do make the sale are trendy (whether high-end or high-street), which is why they are on sale (classics hardly ever go on sale, so if you see something that you consider a classic on sale, snatch it up quickly).
Are you looking forward to this sale season?
If you have any specific questions about this sale season please feel free to ask below. I will try and answer to the best of my ability
Wow! Amazing finds!! What stores are having these sales?
For designer sales, you can check out major department stores like Saks, Barney’s, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, etc. You can also check out the designer boutiques like YSL, Tory Burch, Gucci, etc. The majority of them have already started or have had their end of season sale within the past week or two.
Thanks sooo much for this post and answering my question via instagram. Ive never heard of the store where you purchased your lovely finds but, I will surely be making a visit VERY SOON. THX DIIIIIIIVVVVVVAAAAA!!!!!
my pleasure
Hi Diva,
Love the shoes!!!! I just joined Jeffrey of New York & Atlanta’s mailing list. My question is how can I go about purchasing an item I may be interested in once it appears on a sale list at Jeffrey’s? By the way, what’s your occupation? (Hope the question isn’t too personal, because your fashion style is FIERCE!!!
Thanks!!!
You can just call the store directly and speak to a sales representative. They are really nice (from my experience
DIVA! I squealed when I saw those shoes. The Volpi to me is eternal especially for Sunday events and when your want to add pop to an outfit. The Summerisima is divine as well and I totally agree the black suede is better than the color block versions.
Diva are you a fashion stylist? If not you should be.
What fashion forum would you recommend?
The purseforum is great! It’s a great community of fashion and style lovers
Hi, thanks for the great tips! I am trying to get in on the sale action as well and am looking at the Summerissa’s. Would you say they run TTS or a bit small? Thanks!