Private Online Sample Sales & Invitations Directory

Some of the best sales are open to editors and New Yorkers. The good news is now you have a way to shop these same sales online through my invitations (so forget Black Friday), shop your hearts desire by clicking the below links (for those of you in CANADA click here for my special list as many of these sites do not ship internationally):

Looking For Other Sites Like Gilt Groupe?
If you're looking for a similar members and invitation only experience like Gilt, be sure to join:

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• Beyond The Rack - Use code: NMM2B08655B in the invite box "Open to Canadians, International and US buyers, this site features smaller boutique offerings and designers with more established names such as Gucci and Juicy Couture with an urban edge. Mostly apparel for men & women, sunglasses and handbags. Orders have been taking 3 weeks or 1 month+ to arrive in the US." [ Click here to join]

• -Haute Look "This site is one of the most popular and features a good daily mixture of mostly apparel and jewelry by lesser known designers mixed with boutique gems and high end cosmetics. Things sell out fast so you really have to jump on offerings when they open. Their blow out sales are incredible. [Click here to join]"

• RueLaLa (Sign up though our link & get a $10 credit, ends Dec. 24th 2009) "One of the more popular sample sale sites, items sell out super fast and offerings are mostly in the apparel, jewelry and handbag category such as Balenciaga although high end kitchenware has been showing up more and more along with spa gift certificates!" [ Click here to join ]

• Editors Closet - get $5 credit through our invitation. "An interesting mix of true obscure luxury which I personally adore, find everything from handbags to umbrellas, sunglasses and tights. Discounts of 50%+ on most offerings." [Click here to sign up]

• Estile - "Open to US and International buyers this Australian sample sale site offers many Australian designers with offerings including handbags, shoes and apparel right from the runways at up to 70% off. S&H a tad steep." [ Click here to join ]

• MintBox - "A invitation only destination, MintBox is slightly different in that it isn't holding flash sample sales but instead hooking you up with major VIP shopping perks including exclusive discounts instore and online to parties you RSVP to. Fashion shows included! Also when you shop through MintBox you can get cash back, good for further deductions on shopping forays." [ Click here to join]

• Mini Social: Use code: marieanakee@gmail.com in invite box to join. "Free for invite only to join this site features boutique baby and children's offerings up to 60% off. Appears mostly to be apparel. Perfect for shower and birthday finds. A portion of proceeds from sales there are also donated to causes for children." [Click here to join & use our code to enter.]

• ShopBop: "While not a flash sample sale site per say, this site has ongoing 70% off sales on highly coveted bags by such designers as CC Skye and Marc Jacobs, Thakoon dresses, Lam shoes and tons of gift worthy finds. Plus get the scoop with their on trend lookbooks. Join through our invite... enjoy FREE S&H. US & International welcome." [Click here to sign up]
  

• JetSetter: "The latest offshoot of Gilt Groupe this members only site focuses on luxury travel to hot spots all over the US and world. If you're already a member of Gilt use your account info to login, otherwise use our special link to join up and take advantage." [click here to join]

• Jack Threads: (New beta urban meanswear sample sale site) "Catering to men this invite-only site offers around 60% discounts on urban and skate geared wear including shoes and sunglasses by such names as Pro-Keds, Gravis and RockSmith." [Click here to join]

• Biva - "This site combines two loves, clothing, watches, sunglasses from luxury brands you love with perfume! That's right, perfumes are frequently featured at delicious deals. This is a site to keep an eye on. Offerings have included Escada, Burberry for men & women." [Click here to join]
  

Make sure that you check your spam mail box along with your general in-box for your sign up information &/or invitation. Many of these sites require you to confirm your new account with them through your email and not doing so can prevent you from gaining access to the latest offers.

The Quick List

If you're a GUY or shopping for one, join:

• Haute Look
  
• RueLaLa
• Beyond The Rack

If you're shopping for infants & children, join:

• Mini Social
• Zulily
  
• Haute Look
  

If you're a Social Butterfly in need of hostess / wedding gifts, join:

• Haute Look
• RueLaLa
• Joss & Main
  

If you need fine stationery, join:

• Joss & Main
  

Be sure to bookmark this directory page of flash sample sales as I update it as I find new shopping sites to hit the web along with amazing special offers and coupon codes as they are vetted. Only sites we feel provide quality merchandise and customer service have made it on our list.

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Also Read:
- My Quick List of Private Shopping Invites
- The Secret To Scoring On Online Sample Sales - Top 10 Tips
- The Best Sample Sale Sites for Men