27th on Sale
Benefiting Tomorrow's Creatives
September 23 and 24, 2026 • Fashion Institute of Technology
John E. Reeves Great Hall, Fashion Institute of Technology
218 West 28th Street, between Seventh and Eighth Avenues, New York City
Entry is free on September 24, and tickets start at $10 on September 23.
Named for FIT's iconic location at West 27th Street and Seventh Avenue—also known as Fashion Avenue—27th on Sale will feature new and vintage designer clothing, shoes, and accessories, new beauty products from beloved brands, and preloved luxury from the coveted closets of celebrities, influencers, stylists, and industry leaders.
Shoppers will have access to more than 2,500 new and vintage items, including womenswear, menswear, handbags, and accessories, priced up to 70% off retail, plus a dedicated section for beauty products.
Each purchase makes a difference: Proceeds will provide scholarships and opportunities for FIT’s next generation of creative talent.
Please note: 27th on Sale is a cashless event. All purchases must be made by credit or debit card.
Volunteer with us!
Are you an FIT student, faculty, or staff and interested in being part of 27th on Sale? We would love to have you join us; just fill out the linked form below. No retail experience is required, just a passion for fashion and being part of a community-driven initiative on campus.
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP FORM - deadline to submit is Friday, October 18.
Daily Schedule
Please reserve a time slot for entry: tickets will be available for purchase at the door on September 23, and entry will be free on September 24. There may be a wait to enter if space capacity is reached for the event.
Included with your reservation:
- Complimentary styling and advice in the Styling Lounge with expert stylists
- Musical curation (live and recorded) by student DJs in collaboration with WFIT Broadcasting.
- Access to FASHIONPHILE and Repurpose sustainable luxury pop-ups
Shop Sustainable Luxury at 27th on Sale:
- FASHIONPHILE is curating a selection of secondhand luxury handbags for the stylish connoisseur. FASHIONPHILE is a Certified B Corp and leader in ultra-luxury resale, using re-commerce as a force for good by extending the life cycle of pre-loved fashion and promoting a more sustainable, circular future for luxury.
- Repurpose will be bringing a special selection of luxury vintage garments. Repurpose is a nonprofit organization that utilizes the resale of luxury items to raise funds and develop programs to support the health and well-being of women and families, empower individuals through mentorship and workforce opportunities, and provide conscious-minded communities to contribute to a more sustainable world.
Wednesday, September 23, 11 am–7 pm, PAID (tickets start at $10)
-
12–2 pm, The Fashion of Clueless Book Signing with Mona May
- 2:30–4:30 pm, Fashion Icons 2 Book Signing with Fern Mallis
Thursday, September 24, 11 am–7 pm, FREE (reserve your time slot)
- ALL DAY: Complimentary embroidery/monogramming on a first-come, first-served basis with the New York Embroidery Studio
What to Look Forward To
- Multibrand Sale: New clothing, shoes, and accessories donated by fan-favorite brands.
- Shop the Closet: Designer and preloved luxury pieces sourced from private collections.
- Shop the Beauty Closet: Beauty and fragrance from brands you love and those you'll love to discover.
- I ♥ FIT Feature Display: One-of-a-kind pieces from the archives of fashion icons.
- Stylist Lounge: Expert advice from renowned stylists to build your new look.
What's in Store
Featured brands
Brandon Maxwell
Citizens of Humanity
Diotima
eBay
Ebbets Field
Echo New York
FASHIONPHILE
Heather Harlan
Hutch
Madewell
Michael Kors
Mulberry
NikeSKIMS
Orfeh
Repurpose NYC
Roller Rabbit
SKIMS
Stetson
Stuart Weitzman
Theory
Tory Burch
Wolk Morais
Shop the closets of …
- Athena Calderone
- Jessica Chastain
- Laura Dern
- Patricia Field
- Stacy London
- Fern Mallis
- Orfeh
- Karen Pittman
- Tracee Ellis Ross
- Amanda Seyfried
- Lilly Singh
- Elizabeth Stewart
- Karla Welch
The Styling Lounge
Groove on to some music with student DJs from WFIT at the Style Lounge, where fashion stylists Janna Feigunova, Leonid Gurevich (Fashion Design AAS '01), Arun Mohan, Fiona Smart, Sue Yerou (Display and Exhibition Design AAS '91), and more, will be available all day, providing complimentary advice and tailoring consultations.
While you're there, pick up some wisdom from tastemakers: Mona May, costume designer of Clueless and author of The Fashion of Clueless; and Fern Mallis, creator of New York Fashion Week (and a generous 27th on Sale fashion donor) and author of Fashion Icons 2: Fashion Lives with Fern Mallis. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
This event is presented by the FIT Foundation. Proceeds directly support FIT students, scholarships, and creative programs.