Big Crowds and $25 Price Tags Dominate the Cynthia Steffe Sale

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The Cynthia Steffe sample sale kicked off today, and as usual, it was greeted by an extra frenzied crowd. WreakHavocNY spotted a few line cutters, and Sugar Rock Catwalk adds that "there are lots of ladies ready to pounce." Why? Because just about everything is marked $25, and prices start as low as just $1.

Dresses, jumpsuits, rompers, tees, tanks, blouses, sweaters, pants, skirts, shorts, and short jackets are all priced at $25, and leathers and winter coats are the priciest items at $50. Shoes are just $20, hats and unfinished garments are $5, a category labeled "non Cynthia Steffe vintage" is $15, and all other accessories are $1.

Sugar Rock Catwalk also spotted "random merchandise" from Chaus, Vince Camuto, and others, but one thing they don't have are any mirrors. Nope, not a single one, so bring a friend whose opinion you trust or a smart phone with a front-facing camera. The sale runs until 5pm today, and will pick back up again tomorrow. If you don't mind doing a little digging, you might want to stop by before things get too crazy.
· Sample Sale Report: Cynthia Steffe [Sugar Rock Catwalk]
· People Have No Shame at the Cynthia Steffe Sample Sale [WreakHavocNY]
· Dealfeed: Cynthia Steffe [Racked NY]