Helmut Lang and Theory to Hold Dueling Sample Sales This Week

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Though Helmut Lang and Theory do host standalone sample sales from time to time, we're so used to the related brands teaming up for their discount events—so that makes their dueling sample sales this week really interesting. Theory's sale at Clothingline has been on the calendar for weeks now, but Helmut Lang at Chelsea Market was just announced by the sale host yesterday.

Each sale will have both men's and women's merchandise, and while the discount for Helmut will be up to 60% off retail prices, Theory's hasn't been specified. Both will likely be a solid bet for luxury basics, silk blouses, and structured blazers, so you might as well carve out time in your schedule to hit up both. Check out the sale dates and hours for each event in the Dealfeeds below.