Men - The Best Online Sample Sale Sites for You

A barrage of questions have flooded in of late about where a gent can find a steal? Namely, are there secret sample sale sites that offer delectable steals for men? Yea! Do women only get to have all the fun? The answer is a baritone NO! You guys can get into the action too. There are actually some major finds online but some sites are better than others and some are not worth joining at all. I'll let you in on which is which and also toss you some invitations so you can start shopping right away... huzzah!

First, what are online sample sales? Sample sales, usually hidden away in NYC or CA, have long been the secret of well dressed types in the editorial business where luxury designer pieces were discretely cleared out for up to 90% off. Not surprisingly this caused scuffling, shoving, snatching, empty-handedness... you get the sad picture. Now all that has moved online! Still hovering under the radar and needing speakeasy like passwords to get you in, online sample sale sites have become the new ebay. Think of them like a bespoke WOOT. For more info on how to master shopping these sites, check out my Top Ten Tips to Scoring Deals, otherwise just join in the fray below. For those of you in CANADA, click here.

The Best Sites To Join & Stalk

• Beyond The Rack - Use code: NMM2B08655B in the invite box "Open to Canadians, International and US buyers, this invitation only site features smaller boutique offerings and designers with more established names such as Gucci and Ed Hardy channeling an urban edge. Mostly apparel (especially jeans), sunglasses, graphic tee's and sneakers with a few pieces of leather luggage and bags tossed in from time to time. Note: Orders have been taking 3 weeks or more to arrive to the US." [ 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 and timepiece category although luxury retreat and spa packages have shown up as well. Think sportswear, outerwear, jeans and accessories such as leather gloves and luggage." [ Click here to join ]

• Haute Look "This site is one of the most popular and features a small number of offerings each week for men, mostly apparel and watches by exclusive designers mixed with boutique gems. 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. [Click here to join]"

• Urbanbloke: "Devoted to men and with an urban edge this new private sample sales site aims to bring everything from hats and sunglasses to suits and gadgets. Offerings so far have included Ben Sherman, Alara and K. Kurtz." [Click here to join]

• The Top Secret - ( use code: gavethat ) "Offerings have been mostly confined to apparel (predominantly jeans) with about one offering for guys each week. Around 50% being the average discount, things seem slow to sell out. Their new addictive pick of the day feature can be a good steal at up to 80% off" [Click here to sign up]

• 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]

• PLNDR - (after your first purchase, get a $15 credit) "A new sample sale flash site from the same people that bring you Karmaloop, PLNDR pronounced "plunder" has an urban, high street edge. Mostly clothing and shoes geared at men with names like Ludwig, Rebel8, alife, Sam Edelman. Flat $3.95 S&H." [Click here to join]

• Luxury Hut: (use invite code MIC-A121B42B-21425) "Find names such as Hugo Boss, Ermenegildo Zegna, D&G, Porshe Design, Chrome Hearts along with things for a pad". [Click here to join]

• Editors Closet - "One that has been around for a while now, Editor's Closet offers a nice mix of high end clothing, watches and accessories for men including the names John Galliano, Bvlgari & more. " [Click here to join]

• Kingdom 59 - "Devoted to golf this private sample sale site caters mostly to men with clothing and golfing equipment. Brands featured have included adidas, Fourteen, Callaway, TaylorMade, Dunning, Puma, Adams & Nike." [click here to join ]

• The Foundary - "Catering to your pad this site runs a number of decor sales each week including everything from luxe pet beds by Molly Mutt to fine cigar humidors with brands including Le Creuset, Balboa Baby, Kitchenaid & more." [Click here to join]

• Bulx - "The private members only sample sale devoted to improving your pad with luxury home improvements to install and decor at up to 75% off." [click here to join]

• Biva -"This private invitation shopping site has luxury sunglasses and clothing but what is more interesting is its constant rotation of scents for you guys at flash sale prices. Recent offerings have included Burberry, Escada, and Issey Miyake." [Click here to join]

• The Clymb - "Geared towards men and the great outdoors find outdoor gear, electronics such as headphones and more at deep private sale discounts." [Click here to join]

• Fab.com "A brand new and must join exclusive invitation only destination with edgy rotating boutiques to line your pad and keep gifts on hand. Find luggage to watches to home decor featuring the latest in modern design." [Click here to get in]

• Shop Like Kings -"Brand new mens urban sample sale site featuring weekly boutique of threads by names such as Elm and Empire state. Ships to the US, Canada and Internationally." [click here to join Shop Like Kings]

• Modnique - "Huge rotating selection of offerings each day with emphasis on jewelry, trendy high street clothing and watches by such names as Gucci, Versace, Marco Max and more. Free S&H in the US, $4.99 world wide which is decently quick. " [Click to join]

• Gilt.com (Gilt Man) " High end designers mixed with newer brands daily with watches, ties, suits, clothing and accessories offered. One of the largest revolving sample sale offerings sites devoted to guys."

• 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. With an area devoted to men the offerings are rather decent at up to 70% off on luxury designers. Free S&H both ways." [Click here to join MYHABIT or use your Amazon account info.]

• LeftLine Sports "As the name implies this is a new site selling sporting gear at up to 70% off and they provide international shipping. Names have included Puma, Salomon, Dragon sunglasses, Fila, Sugoi, Sierra Designs, Zoic and caters to hiking, surfing, biking and runners. Even better use our link and get a $10 credit to spend at the site!" [Click here to join]

• Shoe Buy Private Sales "While it's called Shoe Buy it actually has a whole lot more than just shoes including ski gear and winter coats, men's watches, things for the home along with slippers and fine leather shoes with new boutiques daily at up to 90% off. Use this special perks invitation link and get a $10 credit added to your account." [Click here to join]

This guide has been put together with personal shopping in mind... scoring that look at up to 80% off that the guy next to you paid full price for. Or if you're shopping for your guy. On the other hand if you're looking for pieces to liven up your pad (home decor), wedding/hostess gifts or gift ideas of a handbag-ish or diamond nature check out my full guide to these sites and what they can offer and for a quick list complete with invitations click here. You'll want to bookmark it for sure! Also see my daily calender of online sample sale events at samplesalecrush.com.

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