This past Tuesday morning, if you were female and lived or worked in Manhattan, chances are you were at the Tory Burch sample sale.  At least that’s what it seemed like when we took a trip down to its location in Midtown and saw the line stretched well past the block (261 W 37th Street). This ageless brand had women’s heads reeling during the opening of this sale to the public and upon entrance, one could consider it to be a bit of a mad house.  

Younger girls headed straight to the handbags and shoes, while the older women ransacked the clothing, holding piles and piles of clothes in hand. Bags were cute clutches and fashionable totes ranging from $99 to $250. Shoes ranged from gladiator jellies to embellished high heels priced $65 to $195, and clothes started at $65 for a basic tee-shirt, with all items being final sale.

Before anyone could enter the door, each person had to take a number.  This would be the order that each person was allowed into the shoe area. Conveniently, there was a glass case in place that showcased the styles of shoes which were for sale.  Surprisingly, there was not a huge selection and the most sought after shoes with the Tory Burch logo were nowhere to be found. Women crowded around the waiting area, eagerly awaiting for their number to be called.

Sizes in shoes were going quickly and bag styles flew off the wall. There was a lot of clothing in stock, but if you are still dying for a bag or a pair of shoes, word on the street is that there are shipments throughout the week, so there will be more merchandise.  Furthermore, we received word that there have been additional markdowns on shoes, ready-to-wear merchandise and accessories. So if you haven’t gotten a chance to head over yet, don’t throw in the towel yet! Now that the initial rush is over, leave your knee and elbow pads at home, and head over to the sale through Friday because there is a really good chance that you’ll find that perfect Tory Burch piece for a bargain!