Impress friends and family with the fabulousness of your gifts, while saving several quid in the process. Here’s a guide to London sample sales taking place during December:
Mulberry
This biannual Bond Street sale attracts big queues. Entry is invite only, so make sure you register here first.
30 November – 1 December, The Music Rooms, 26 South Molton Street, W1
London Designer Sale
Expect big-name brands such as Jimmy Choo, Dolce & Gabbana, Marc Jacobs and Gucci, with up to 80% off the RRP.
1-4 December, Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Lane, E1
Addict London Warehouse Sale
Some serious discounts at Addict’s annual sale, as all stock must go. Tops start at £2 and winter coats at £25.
1-4 December, 15 Hanbury Street, E1
Alexander McQueen
Find past seasons’ womenswear, menswear, accessories and McQ.
1-3 December, The Westminster Room, The Old Sessions House, 22 Clerkenwell Green, EC1
Jamie Jewellery
Jamie Ruben’s designs are stocked in upscale boutiques including Austique, Question-Air and Feathers.
1 December, 12 Holmdale Gardens, NW4
Designer Kidswear Xmas Sale
Get 80% off posh childrenswear labels including Little Paul & Joe, Caramel and Marie Chantal.
1 December, Chelsea Town Hall, King’s Road, SW3
Designer Sale UK
Participating labels include Viktor & Rolf, Chloe, Vivienne Westwood, Marc Jacobs and many, many more.
2-3 December, Chelsea Town Hall, King’s Road, SW3
Mother of Pearl
Maia Norman, otherwise known as Damien Hirst’s wife, heads up this cult label.
3-4 December, 33 Fashion Street, E1
Temperley Christmas Sample Sale
Get up to 70% off ready to wear accessories and one of a kind samples.
5-6 December, 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grove, W11
Orla Kiely
Find handbags, purses and clothes, all featuring Kiely’s award-winning prints.
8-14 December, Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Lane, E1
Bill Amberg
Up to 80% off designer leather goods, including bags, wallets and key rings.
8-11 December, Old Truman Brewery, 85 Brick Lane, E1
Monsoon/Accessorize
Pick up your winter scarves, hats and gloves at knockdown prices.
9 December, The American Church in London, 79a Tottenham Court Road, W1
Princesse TamTam
Find 70% off swimwear, lingerie and loungewear from Princesse TamTam and other brands.
8-9 December, Philippa Bradley Agencies, 1st Floor, 16 South Molton Street, W1
