Shopping Haul and Recap: VIP Gilt City Warehouse Sale - May 2014

The Gilt City New York Warehouse Sale was back this weekend, with a kickoff VIP shopping party last night at The Altman Building. 

Guests enjoyed a night of shopping with up to 90 percent off retail on clothing, shoes, accessories and home decor. The 2-hour shopping event included complimentary signature cocktails from New Amsterdam Vodka and a selection of Dark Horse wines, sparkling water from Perrier, chilled espresso beverages from Illy Issimo, KIND Bars, Farmer's Crate Mango Thins, Mini Makeuppers and brow waxing by Benefit Cosmetics, Costume-style jewelry by greenbeads by Emily & Ashley available for purchase and Music by DJ Jow Lopez of SounDecisions.

There were a few notable changes this time around, like upon entering we were handed a card that listed further color coded discounts for an additional 10-40% off. We also received a tote to put all items in, which is so much better then having to carry everything around. Also, I noticed that the racks were organized by dresses, tops and pants, making it easier to sort through merchandise. I did, however, notice that there were more irregular and damaged merchandise and unfortunately there was a lack of size 5 shoes. 

None of the items I purchased had the additional % off, but I did get a few noteworthy pieces at great prices, including a Boy by Band of Outsiders Macrame Crewneck Pullover for $79 (MSRP: $535), Design History V-Neck for $45 (MSRP: $127.60), Yummie Tummie Angela Micro Slip for $9 (MSRP: $68) and Marc by Marc Jacobs iPad cases for $5 each (MSRP: $42). 

Boy by Band of Outsiders Macrame Crewneck Pullover

 

- Kim Weling

Gilt City NY Warehouse Sale is Coming May 17th!

Gilt City is back for their signature event -- the Gilt City NY Warehouse Sale! Featuring Gilt's top designer brands -- from men's and women's fashion to home accessories, kids' goods and more -- this is the only time to snag merchandise at up to 90% off the retail price.

Check out my finds from the last Gilt City NY Warehouse Sale here. To purchase tickets (they are selling out fast!), visit www.giltcity.com/newyork/nywhsspring2014

WHEN: Saturday, May 17

TIME: 9 AM - 9 PM ET

WHERE: The Altman Building, 135 W 18th Street, NY, NY, 10011

WHAT: Exclusive access to amazing deals, live DJ, on-site jewelry vendor, mini makeuppers and brow waxing provided by Benefit Cosmetics, complimentary signature cocktails from Amsterdam Vodka, a selection of wines from Dark Horse Wines, snacks, etc.

Get Your Gilt City Warehouse Sale Tickets!

The Gilt City Warehouse Sale is back! This season's sale will be held on Saturday, May 4th from 11AM-9PM at The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street. The event includes up to 90% off of Gilt.com's Women's & Men's fashion and accessories, Kids's clothing and accessories, as well as Home Goods. 

The Gilt City Warehouse Sale Includes:

 o Complementary Refreshments provided by Coco Cafe 

 o Onsite bar sponsored by La Marca Prosecco and also featuring Whitehaven Wine and New Amsterdam Vodka with Vita Coco Coconut Water 

o Snacks and dipping station provided by Pretzel Crisps 

 o $20 Uber gift card for new users to fashionably get you to the hottest events of the season 

 o Photo kiosk provided by SMART Pics 

 o Music by live DJ

The $10 admission tickets can be purchased at giltcity.com/newyork/nycwarehouse2013. Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get yours! Click here to view my re-cap of the December 2012 sale.

  Left: Helmut Lang Black and White Crepe Dress 

Original Retail: $520 | WAREHOUSE SALE: $104 

Right: Zac Posen Red Dress 

 Original Retail: $2,190 | WAREHOUSE SALE: $430

Brian Atwood Snakeskin Clutch  

Original Retail: $1,285 | WAREHOUSE SALE: $250

Images Courtesy of Gily City

- Kim Weling

Gilt Groupe Warehouse Sale Spring 2012

This weekend was the anticipated Gilt Groupe Warehouse Sale at the Altman Building, where shoppers had a chance to rack up on Gilt Groupe's coveted men's and women's fashion, home, footwear and accessory brands. I make sure I never miss the VIP sale, which was on May 18th from 7-9pm. This time the public sale opened up from 10pm-12AM and continued with 2-hour ticketed timeslots on May 19th. There was also a lot more men's merchandise at this sale, as menswear from Park & Bond, Gilt Groupe's brother site, was also included.

Shoes, kids merchandise, home items and furniture was located downstairs. Shoes were organized by size this season, which made it much easier to shop.

Drinks included The Glenlivet, Atlantico Rum cocktails, Vita Coco Water and FIJI Water

Spiff provided shoe shines and male manicures

Hair styling was provided by Pipino salon. Guests were able to purchase discount packages at the Pipino salon, redeemable for a future visit.

Benefit Cosmetics provided makeup touch-ups and brow styling

I am very happy with my shopping finds and the complimentary KIND Bars at checkout! All jewelry was $10, so I did score one necklace and 3 pairs of Adrienne Landau ear muffs for $19, originally $70(I'm known to lose my ear muffs so this seemed like the perfect time to stock up!).

I also scored a BCBG lace top for $39, originally $174, a David Lerner dress for $49, originally $220, and a Kimberly Ovitz skirt with back exposed zipper for $59.

If you missed this sale, keep your eyes open for it in the fall, around the first week in October. Make sure you get your tickets as soon as they are available. Tickets to this sale sell out in a heartbeat!

- Kim Weling

Gilt City NY Warehouse Sale VIP Preview

Gilt City, in partnership with Land Rover, held an exclusive NY Warehouse Sale VIP preview on October 7th at The Altman Building from 7-9pm. The sale featured top Gilt Groupe merchandise at deeply discounted prices. During the event attendees enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while they shopped, and were able to explore the all-new 2012 Range Rover Evoque.

This is the second Gilt City NY Warehouse Sale I have been to. Click here to read about their first sale ever. I can't wait until the next one!

Mizu Salon provided complimentary hair styling

Here are some of the purchases I made, including a Laila Azhar woven silk folded neck dress for $79.99 (retails for $378) and Modern Vintage Lolita knee boots for $99 (retails for $450).

I also bought this Kaylee Tankus blazer for $59 (retails for $269), an Adam by Adam Lippes double breasted cardigan for $59 (retails for $245) and DVF red sunglasses for $19 (retails for $145). I actually went back for the public sale the following day and picked up Faryl Robin Wilson leather sandals for $19 (retails for $169) and a Three Dots blouse for $29 (retails for $135).

- Kim Weling