Sunday, 11/1, through the end of the year, Optyx by Gruen will be taking $100 off any pair of prescription eyewear, plus free eye exams. Very nice. 
Saturday, 10/31, through November 8, get to the Andrew Marc sale for 60% off leather, shearling, and wool outerwear, along with travel and leather bags.
They're baaaaak... ACL's Michael Williams and Urban Daddy's Randy “Freedom” Goldberg have set the date for their second Pop Up Flea event -- curated specifically for smart men. Mark your calendars for November 20-22. Here's the official site.
We've all got a few skeletons in our closets. Friday through Sunday, 10/30-11/1, Oak will try to get rid of theirs with a "Skeletons in Our Closet" sale featuring 60% off past seasons' stock from Acne, Opening Ceremony, Rachel Comey, Grey Ant, ...
Friday through Sunday, 10/30-11/1, A.P.C.'s Williamsburg-based surplus store is hosting an overstock sale featuring 80% off past seasons' stock and samples. As you can see here, the last overstock sale was really nice. (No, the denim never goes on sale.)
Next time you're in wardrobe-building mode, definitely consider Edward. ACL's got a closer look at the new collaborative men's line from Odin and Duckie Brown. Sure, most everything ACL features is highly-wearable, but, as its author Michael Williams writes, "The best part about the modest 17 piece collection is the value for money ... Nothing in the Edward range retails for over 500 bucks and all of it is made in America." Nice. Online and in store, expect Edward in less than a week.
Wednesday and Thursday, 10/28-10/29, Want Agency -- which specializes in rarely marked-down labels like Acne, Filippa K, and Nudie Jeans -- is hosting its F/W sample sale featuring up to 75% off stock and samples. Cash only.Untitled from Street Etiquette on Vimeo.
Probably sick of all the attention Levi's has been getting, Lee is appealing to the heritage-heads (to coin a phrase) with this video time-line of its rich company history. In both the image and design departments, however, it's going to take a lot more than this to catch up to Levi's. [Street Etiquette]
Wednesday through Friday, 10/28-10/30, Metropolitan Pavilion is hosting an Yves Saint Laurent sample sale featuring 80% off plenty of present and past seasons' samples.
Tuesday through Friday, Gant is hosting its F/W sample sale featuring 80% off tons of jackets, shirts, trousers, outerwear, furnishings, ... We never guarantee shopping success, but plenty of guys absolutely swear by this biannual event.
Even if you plan on breaking them, it's always best to know the rules, and particularly when it comes to the fit of a suit, shirt, or furnishing. Take a few minutes, therefore, to review this fit guide featured on the newly redesigned Details.com.
Sunday through next Thursday, 10/24-10/29, the Soiffer Haskin gallery is hosting a sample sale for sister brands Hickey Freeman and Bobby Jones featuring what one rep promised will be "a huge selection of suits, sport coats, top coats, trousers, dress shirts, and ties," along with "knit and woven shirts, sweaters, trousers, and outerwear." Suits start at $550; sport coats at $300 to $700; dress trousers for $140; dress shirts for $70; and sweaters for $70. Credit cards only.
Through Sunday, 10/25, Operations is hosting a sample sale featuring 70-90% off present and past seasons' stock and samples. In the main store, all F/W '09 is 30% off.
Saturday only, Duckie Brown is hosting its second-ever sample sale featuring up to 80% off present and past seasons' samples. We're talkin' shirts for $100; trousers for $120; jackets for $300; and, if you're interested, one-of-a-kind runway pieces for $300-$600. Cash only!
Friday through Saturday, 10/23-10/25, Oliver Peoples’ uptown and downtown locales will be reducing prices on select sunglasses and eyeglass frames. We're talkin' between $80 to $100. They'll also be taking 30% off prescription lenses.
The sneaker fiends at Alife are moving warehouses. As a result, Friday, 10/23, through 11/1, they'll be hosting a clearance sale featuring 50-80% off tons of stock. We're talkin' about "a wide assortment of T-shirts, sweatshirts, headwear, footwear, and accessories from the past 6 seasons." Cash only.
Not to be confused with John Varvatos Sample Sale #1, Metropolitan Pavilion is hosting its own John Varvatos sample sale (Let's call it #2) this Friday and Saturday, 10/23-10/24. Expect up to 90% off a large selection of stock and samples.
Layering is big this season, along with vests and slender outerwear. Touching all three bases, GQ endorses this Land's End down vest for $30 coupled with Uniqlo's +J tweed sports jacket for $130. This pairing is smart for several reasons. Not only does it look great, but its versatility -- from the office to the bar to the Rangers game -- guarantees plenty of use. Also, each piece is made extremely well for its price, particularly the +J jacket, which we're praying will raise the bar for all "fast fashion." 
Whoa, sale season has definitely arrived. Thursday through Saturday, 10/22-10/24 (unofficially, Wednesday, 10/21), the Misorena showroom is hosting its annual John Varvatos sample sale featuring up to 75% off what's sure to be an impressive selection of stock.
Thursday through Sunday, 10/22-10/25, get to m0851 for 70% off samples and past seasons' stock, along with 20% off this season's stock. This Montreal-based brand is highly regarded for the quality of its minimalistic leather bags, coats, and knitwear.
Thursday through Saturday, 10/22-10/24, get to Metropolitan Pavilion for the Robert Marc warehouse sale featuring 50-90% off the famed framer's house brand of sun- and eye-glasses, along with Lunor glasses down from $475 to $49, Gimme:Glasses down from $395 to $59, ...
Wednesday, 10/21, through 11/23, Maven Collective is hosting a sample sale pop-up featuring up to 90% off the likes of Anzevino & Florence, Orthodox, B.Son, Conference of Birds (pictured), Mike & Chris, ... Courtesy of Refiner29.com, mention the word "cobra" at check-out to receive an additional 10% off your purchases.
We didn't know they ever went out of style, but vintage watches are apparently back in a big way. That's great news for any guy willing to poke around eBay, a local vintage shop, or, say, the Brooklyn Flea. It's helpful to have a little direction, however, which watch blog Hodinkee so graciously provides. In this post, it spotlights the Longines Silver Arrow, which was only made for one year back in 1955. It typically retails for $1,500 but Hodinkee found one for just $325 online. [via Kempt]
Funny, even Complex.com's readers unanimously OPPOSE the "slouch beanie." This quote from the post's comments says it all: "If you ain't got locks then why you need a bag on your head?" Indeed.
Through Wednesday, 10/21, Italian sportswear brand Paul & Shark is taking up to 80% off outerwear, cashmere, dress shirts, polos, ...
Tuesday through Saturday, 10/20-10/24, get to the Elie Tahari warehouse sale for up to 85% off present and past seasons' stock. We're talkin' slim-cut topcoats for $200, and (occasionally over-designed) leather jackets for under $300.
On its list of choice winter gear, GQ endorses the "fishtail parka," which apparently came into being during the Korean War, but rose to cultural prominence during England’s mod movement of the '60s. It recommends a Relwen for about $600 -- which you might be able to score for half-off at Bloomies in January -- and a Michael Bastian for $1,700. As an alternative, we suggest this Gloverall at C.M.C.M. down from $600 to $235 right this minute.
The torrent of cashmere sales that always accompanies cashmere season has officially begun. Monday through Friday, 10/19-10/23, get to the Portolano sample sale for deep markdowns on various nondescript knits and sweaters.
Through Friday, 10/16, get to the Loden Dager sample sale for $50 vests, $100 trousers, $150 blazers and cashmere sweaters, and $200 jackets. Here's what readers said about the last sale. Racked is reporting that the elevator is broken, so that means you're walkin' up 5 flights of stairs.
The newly redesigned GQ stamps its hefty seal of approval on J. Crew's faux camel hair topcoat, which retails for just $368 -- a great option if you don't have the time/patience to go hunting for vintage/resale treasures, or just prefer a modern fit. We couldn't find the thing online. We did, however, find J. Crew's real camel hair sportcoat, which retails for twice the price.
Saturday through next Friday, 10/17-10/23, get to Prada's Friends & Family sale for 75% off a huge selection of present and past seasons' stock. The selection of men's shoes is supposed to be especially strong this year. Prepare to encounter long lines. Plastic only.
It's come to our attention that YMC (You Must Create) is taking 80% off some quality cold weather gear. This shooting cardigan, for one, is down from $225 to just $45. Very nice.
Friday and Saturday, 10/16-10/17, Archetype Showroom is hosting a sample sale featuring deep discounts on a small mix of designers, including April77 (pictured), YMC, BBlessing, and Fremont. Cash only.
Classic British outerwear brand Baracuta is presently taking 50% off a smart section of jackets, including this slim-fitting vintage-inspired hole punch leather G9 for $270. For more selection -- or if you feel more comfortable shopping stateside -- West Coast e-tailer Revolve Clothing is likewise taking 50% off some fresh Baracuta here.
Thursday through Sunday, 10/15-10/18, Saks is hosting its early season friends & family sale, which means 25% off most stock. Online, you'll need to use promotional codes FRIENDS2 or FRIENDS3. In store, just utter the words "friends & family."
Through Friday, 10/16, get steep discounts on the official uniform of NBA coaches everywhere, Joseph Abboud. We're talking single suits for $300; three suits for $750; jackets for $175-$300; shirts, pants, ties... Everything except for that championship ring.
Beginning Monday, get to Yoox.com for one of its "super sales" featuring up to 90% off tons of designer gear.Secret Forts presented by ACL X Cole, Rood & Haan Co. from Michael Williams on Vimeo.
We're happy to report that ACL has gotten into the movie making business with a series of shorts featuring various forms of stylish goodness. First under the spotlight is Secret Forts blogger and aspiring shop owner James Wilson, who -- like ACL author Michael Williams -- is highly influenced by Americana, and the 1940s and '50s in particular. Beyond its obvious visual appeal, we admire Wilson's aesthetic for favoring older, better made products. Something to consider next time you have the opportunity to visit a flee market, or acquire, say, a classic, high-quality pair of shoes.
Blogger and Style Forum senior member Deveandepot1 has assembled a great list of discount shopping tips, some of which even we've never heard.
Through Thursday, 10/8, get to the Soiffer Haskin showroom for steep markdowns on Loro Piana cashmere knits, outerwear, clothing and accessories. WSJ.com recently profiled the famed Italian textile maker, whose products are generally sold exclusively at Bergdorfs, and its eponymous Madison Avenue boutique.
On Monday, Barneys kicked off their first sales of the season. We're talking 35-50% off select dress shirts, ties, shoes, and a smattering of pieces from the main floor and sportswear. A sales clerk tells us only about 10% of all in-store merch has been marked down, but don't forget that Barneys.com has a permanent sale section. [Madison Ave Spy]
Particularly in this economy, it ain't hard to find amazing deals on eBay. Take this stainless steel Hermès Cape Cod watch -- at once singular and classic -- for just about $600. Bidding will likely bump up the price, but not every eBay steal gets so much attention. Not interested in tracking eBay day and night? No problem. But, before making any purchase, at least take the time to see what comparable products eBay has to offer.
Tuesday through Fri, 10/6-10/9, get to the Hugo Boss sample sale for up to 75% off present and past seasons' samples.
Through Sunday, 10/4, the Kiki de Montparnasse boutique is hosting a pop-up event for L.A. vintage boutique Decadestwo. We're talking up to 80% off vintage Louis Vuitton, Prada, and the like. [Refinery29]
We've said as much before, but those unaware of Style Forum's Buying & Selling Marketplace are seriously missing out. Get over the archaic layout and forum shorthand, and it's a buyer's paradise. Really, the products available are current, plentiful, and cheaper by the hour. Some members, like sipang, seem to be running their own little bargain-basement boutiques. So do yourself a favor, and make sure the marketplace is on your radar.
Through Monday, 10/12, mention "friends & family sale" at any Ralph Lauren store and receive 25% off most anything. Sure, we consider 25% a modest markdown these days, but the wide selection sweetens the deal.
Friday through Sunday, 10/2-10/4, Metropolitan Pavilion is hosting a 7 For All Mankind warehouse sale featuring denim starting at $65, and $50 cashmere sweaters. Prices drop about $10 a day.
