The Choosy Beggar

In this bust economy, we’ve become pretty spoiled will all the extended liquidation-like sales around town. In that context, the IF sample sale might seem overpriced, but it’s actually stocked with some very nice pieces at reasonable prices. Through Saturday, you’ll find the above Comme des Garcons jacket for $400, along with:

A strong showing from Dries Van Noten, including this peacoat for just $350

Dries jackets for just $200

Dries knits for $100

And a select few Martin Margiela pieces, like this wool suit for $650

Like these Margiela boots for about $600, the footwear is still very pricey.

IF Boutique – 94 Grand St between Mercer & Greene – 212-334-4964 – 11am-7pm daily – Map

Through Monday, Steven Alan‘s Upper West Side Outpost Discount is taking an additional 25% off existing markdown on much of its in store stock. Online, Alan’s still taking up to 80% off select items.

Steven Alan Outpost – 465 Amsterdam Ave between 82nd & 83rd – 212-595-8451 – Map

Through next Thursday, 2/19, our favorite outdoor brand, Patagonia, is taking 40-60% off tons of F/W apparel, shoes, luggage, and bags — in store and online. [Picture courtesy of ACL]

**Update: Both locations appear to be very well stocked, according to multiple reader reports.**

Patagonia – 426 Columbus Ave between 80th & 81st – 212-441-0011 – Map
Patagonia – 101 Wooster St between Spring & Prince – 212-343-1776 – Map

We’re saddened to report that Nom de Guerre has decided against hosting a sample sale this month, and will instead carry F/W overstock in store at about 70% off through the end of the month. The store’s multi-level bunker — once a meeting place of the Black Panthers — carries military-inspired sportswear, including pea coats, windbreakers, striped knits, and printed T’s.