Online Sample Sale Sites : Invitations Enclosed

{ Insider Secret: I Adore Sample Sales! }

One of the best secrets to getting your gift shopping done without going broke is stalking and searching for online Sample Sales. Once the domain for lucky New Yorkers and others living next to garment districts and vacant looking warehouses... now everyone across the country can get in on the deals from the comfort of their computer.

"Only the invited get to shop these deals..."

The thing is many of these sites work under the radar. They don't advertise and in order to get in someone has to sponsor you, send an invite, give you the secret code and so on. The problem is who's going to do that? How about me and GaveThat.com!? So here ladies and gents, have at it and take your gift giving up a notch with our invitation codes and links so you can start shopping some of the most sought after secret sale luxury brand sites right now. We can get you into:

• 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 more to arrive. Make sure you print your receipt directly after ordering. Sales start at 11:00 am EST" [ Click here to join]

Looking For Other Sites Like Gilt Groupe?

• Gilt Groupe - "One of the first and most well established of the private, invitation only sample sale site it has changed over the years to being one of the largest sections devoted to men at Gilt Man and home in Gilt Home along with an ever present gift section. This gift section can be the real gem of the site. Quality control has become an issue along with slow shipping and fewer sales for women. Still their returns and customer service has always been spot on and their blow out sales amazing."

If you're looking for a similar members and invitation only experience like Gilt, be sure to join:

• Haute Look "This site is one of the most popular for US & Canadians and features a good daily mixture of mostly apparel and jewelry by exclusive designers mixed with boutique gems and high end cosmetics, handbags and home decor. Things sell out fast so you really have to jump on offerings when they open. Their blow out sales are incredible. Sign up through our sponsor link and get a $10 credit. Sales start at 11:00 am EST" [Click here to join]

• RueLaLa - "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 and resort vacation packages! And wine snobs this is a must join as they frequently offer exclusive vineyard flash sales. Sales start at 11:00 am EST " [ Click here to join ]

• Estile - "Open to US and International buyers this Australian sample sale site presents many Australian designers with offerings including handbags, shoes, sunglasses and apparel right from the runways at up to 70% off. S&H a tad steep to the US, at $30." [ Click here to join ]

• Mini Social: (Use code: marieanakee@gmail.com in invite box to join.) "Free for the invited only, this site features boutique baby and offerings for children up to 60% off. Appears mostly to be apparel but bedding has also been seen, such as Dwell Studio and swank pieces for pets even. 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. Another reason they are a favorite of mine is their shipping is lightening fast and they carry many lines that are focused on giving back to great causes (Fashion Night Out, Bluma Project, Wayuu Taya Foundation to name a few). Plus get the scoop with their on trend lookbooks. Join through our invite... enjoy FREE S&H, US & International." [Click here to sign up]

• ideeli "Based in NYC ideeli has had a decent mix of glossy designers including Subversive to Melissa along with more well known luxury names. Vague descriptions mean a quick web search is needed. Canceled orders a problem. Sales start at 11:00 am EST" [Click here to sign up]
  

• Jack Threads: "Catering to men this invite-only site offers around 60% off discounts on urban and skate geared mens wear including shoes and sunglasses by such names as Pro-Keds, Gravis and RockSmith along with clothing and headphones by Wsac, Skullcandy, etc. Shipping was fast." [Click here to join]

• Avelle - "The new bag, borrow & steal site, Avelle has bags you can rent, yes, but the real finds can be with their steeply discounted private sales of handbags. Up to 75% off luxe names such as Juicy Couture, Tory Burch, Coach & more." [Click here to join]

• Ivory Trunk - "This private time sensitive site caters to women and men with a large selection of shoes, watches and clothing. Names have included Pucci, Alexandra Neel and Jil Sander. Get free shipping." [Click here to join]

• PLNDR - (after your first purchase, get a $10 credit) "A new sample sale flash site from the people at Karmaloop, PLNDR pronounced "plunder" has an urban, high street edge. Mostly clothing and shoes that you normally find at Karmaloop deeply discounted for guys and gals. Fast shipping!" [Click here to join]

• Billion Dollar Babes- "Founded in Hollywood in 2001, they merged with Regent's Secret & SeenOn and acquired Row Nine to offer dresses, well known designers such as Betsey Johnson, vintage Chanel to more boutique finds. Open to US & International buyers. Shipping is painfully slow & canceled orders, shipment of wrong sizes, no returns, have become a problem. Sales start at 11:00 am EST" [ Click here to join]"

• Editors Closet - "One of the older, more established private sample sale sites out there open to men and women and with an ever increasing true luxury offering... they even had Lutens perfumes at one point! Find Derek Lam , Bvlgari & more including clothing, handbags, watches & sunglasses each week." [Click here to join]

• Biva -"This private sample sale site has a unique take, catering to an area left alone by many other sites out there and that's fragrance! For both men and women find deep discounts on not only fine fragrances but skincare such as by Clarins and sunglasses by Tom Ford. Rare miniatures make luxury scents super affordable." [click here to join]

• Joss & Main - "A new private invitation only site for the home featuring names like Trina Turk, Laura Ashley and Le Creuset at up to 70% off. Ships within the US only. Using my invite will mean avoiding their waiting list." [Click here to join]

• Fashion Vault by ebay - "Launched a little while ago it has been steaming along releasing exclusive capsule collections with enviable designers and holding sample sales at deep reductions. One of the most overlooked areas of ebay. Free shipping. Open to the US, Canada & International buyers." [Click here to join]

• Modnique - (receive a $5 credit though our invite link) "Huge rotating selection of offerings each day for both men and women and with emphasis on jewelry, trendy high street clothing and watches by such names as Gucci, Versace, Disney Couture and more. Free S&H in the US, $4.99 world wide which is decently quick. " [Click to join]

• YouCeleb "A new flash sale site offering you up to 60% off celeb favorites and pieces, many of which give back to charity such as Nikky Hilton's Bypass Spike bracelet for MS. Past offerings have included Heyday sneakers, Blume apparel." [Click here to join]

• Bloom "Numerous people have been coming to the site looking specifically for beauty and luxury scent sites... for deep discounts of up to 70% on skincare, beauty gift sets and perfumes you'll want to be sure to stalk Beyond the Rack, Gilt, Biva, ideeli and Hautelook (for links look above). Another new site to keep an eye on is Bloom which stocks high end brands but with the twist of instantly giving you 20% back + luxurious free gifts with your order & free shipping." [Click here to sign up]

• Heartsy "A new private site that has daily specials on handmade wears at up to 60% off. A little bit of etsy mixed with Groupon. Offerings have included hand blown glassware, prints, hand milled soaps, jewelry, silkscreened shirts and more. Sign up through this invite and receive a $5. credit." [click here to join]

• JewelMint "While not a sample sale site per say, through this link, find JewelMint's line of jewelry for 70% off and receive another 50% off your initial purchase by using the code "FIRST50" + FREE S&H. Boutiques of new jewelry by Kate Bosworth and stylist Cher Coulter along with special charity pieces open monthly." [Click here to join]

• Fab.com "A brand new NYC based invitation only site, this edgy spot with rotating online boutiques high on design and quark, making this the perfect spot for hostess gifts! Find home decor mixed with luggage, art, jewelry, coffee table books, Fair Trade (!) and artist pieces at up to 70% off retail." [Click here to get in & shop]

• OpenSky "A brand new private shopping destination with a novel set up of celeb picks in the areas of food, style, health and design. Many of the finds are exceptional as gifts including luxury skin care, wine, kitchen implements, jewelry and handbags. The average discount appears to be around 40% off and the selection is huge. Make sure after signing up to create a password in your account area." [Click here to join]

• MyHabit "The latest private online sample sale site to debut, MYHABIT is owned and run by Amazon.com making it possible to use any Amazon gift cards and balances to pay your bill. Offerings are rather decent at up to 70% off on luxury designers such Tod's, Joe's Jeans, Cynthia Vincent, Elizabeth & James amoung many more . Free S&H both ways." [Click here to join My Habit]
  

• Zulily "One of the largest private sale sites geared for children, babies and mum with multiple boutiques each week on clothing, home decor, jewelry, toys, nursing, and tons of fab shower gift ideas at up to 90% OFF. This is also a secret spot for luxury items such as handbags, jewelry and shoes for women making it the perfect haunt if you have &/or shopping for children or not." [Click here to join]

• LovingEco - "This brand new sample sale site with a conscious featuring fair trade, handmade, eco, US made and limited edition jewelry, clothing and bags with the added benefit of giving back to charity! Discounts are at up to 75% off retail. As an added bonus a percentage of your order total is also donated to charity. Currently shipping within the US only. " [Click here to join through this link $ $1 will be donated to charity]

• Citizens Planet - "This new Alberta based sample sale site for Canadians and Americans offers a galleria of sales each week that feature luxury jewelry, sunglasses, bags and clothing from both newer and well established designers. Names have included Orly Zeelon, French label 2Two Edenn, Biatta, Romeo & Juliet Couture. Everything arrived in pristine condition and the international offerings are unique and refreshing. Sales start at 12:00pm." [Click here to join.]

Want more? Yes there are even more secret spots to shop, for these visit my invitations page. Please note that sites that have consistently showed poor service have been left off my list... these are truly my personal favorite places to shop!

To join any of the private sites above click on the link, no invite requests are needed. These are all sites I personally shop and have gathered the codes to get you through the velvet rope at a click of a mouse. 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:
- For a daily calender of events see here.

Ships to Canada:
-See my specific list here for Canadians!

If you're a GUY or shopping for one, join (- For a complete list, visit my The Top Sample Sale Sites for Men page):

• Haute Look
  
• RueLaLa
• Beyond The Rack
• PLNDR
• Jack Threads

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

• Mini Social

• Haute Look
• Zulily
  

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

• Haute Look
• RueLaLa
• Bulx
• Exclusively In
• Joss & Main
• Fab.com
  

Gift of Beauty

• Bloom

• Ideeli

• Hautelook

• Beyond The Rack

• Biva

HINT: A way to save is to keep an eye on a designers actual website. Many are now using their own websites to liquidate excess pieces in their private showroom or warehouse. These deeply discounted items can be even cheaper compared to online sales and ebay (which has launched Fashion Vault), so always run a search before grabbing that so called big deal.

Another thing to remember is all mighty amazon.com will frequently run discounts that rival online sample sale deals and provides free S&H. Many of the online sample sale sites charge a flat fee of $8 to $12 per order. This makes it important to open another browser with amazon while shopping so you can quickly compare deals when sample sales launch.

Be sure to bookmark this page as I update this directory with the latest secret sites to hit the web along with amazing special offers and coupon codes as they are vetted. Only sites I feel provide quality merchandise and customer service have made it on this list.

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Also Read:
- My Quick List of Private Shopping Invitations
- Calender of Sample Sale Events Daily
- The Secret To Scoring On Online Sample Sales - Top 10 Tips
- The Top Sample Sale Sites for Men
-Online Sample Sale sites for Canadians!