With Blanks in tow, Thoreson and Peskowitz “nerd out” on the spring ’10 shows. Key trends: Masculinity, maturity, optimism, and attention to detail.

Saturday & Sunday, 9/26-9/27, get over to Chinatown for Project No. 8‘s sample sale featuring up to 85% off S/S, and select past seasons’ stock. For better or worse, these guys fancy themselves more as artists than clothiers. We’re talkin’ Stephan Schneider polos for $66, and Tom Scott mesh v-neck shirts for $150. Project No…. Read more »

Friday through Sunday, 9/25-9/27, Brooklyn boutique Built by Wendy is hosing a sample sale featuring Campbell plaid button-downs for $50. Find select pieces online, too. Build By Wendy – Williamsburg – 46 North 6th Street between Wythe & Kent – 718-384-2882 – Fri-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm – Map

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Thursday through Saturday, 9/24-9/26, not-so-known New York-based Eubiq is hosting a sample sale featuring up to 75% off fall friendly outerwear and other gear. The stuff at least appears wearable, if a bit generic. Eubiq sample sale – 270 W 39th St between 7th & 8th – #1300 – 917-553-2300 – 12pm-7pm daily – Map