Sales roundup: Reem Acra trunk show, designer sample sale, Crate and Barrel sale

Sept. 17. 6–9. 863 Queen St. W., 647-351-0724.

THINK TWICE The consignment boutique will close in December (owner Nancy Moore is retiring) and has contacted its favourite suppliers to put together a best-in-show fall collection. Look for clothing and accessories from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Pink Tartan, Hermès and Marc Jacobs. 1679 Lakeshore Rd. W., Mississauga, 905-823-2233.

TORONTO SAMPLE SALE Large-scale sample sales are rarely held south of Lawrence, so downtowners should take advantage of this rare Queen Street sale. Clothing from J Brand, BCBG, Citizens of Humanity, J. Lindeberg and more will be reduced by up to 80 per cent off regular price. Coach bags are half-off. Sept. 16 to 18. Sheraton Hotel, city hall ballroom, 123 Queen St. W., 416-399-9959, torontosamplesales.com.

WHITE Reem Acra has dressed such celebs as Halle Berry and Angelina Jolie. This weekend, her bridal creations will be on display at this trunk show. By appointment only. Sept. 17 and 18. 19 Hazelton Ave., 416-849-9196, whitetoronto.com.

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BLVD INTERIORS The contemporary furniture store is celebrating its 20th anniversary. All purchases during the month of September are between five and 30 per cent off; the discount is randomly selected. Until Sept. 30. 570 Queen St. W., 416-362-5222.

CRATE AND BARREL All custom upholstered furniture orders are 25 per cent off the regular price, while selected pieces are 15 per cent off at this annual sale. Until Oct. 11. Yorkdale Shopping Centre, 3401 Dufferin St., 1-888-657-4108.

DESIGN WITHIN REACH Shoppers will save 15 per cent when they purchase four pieces of dining furniture, whether it’s chairs or a table. 435 King St. W., 416-977-4003.

STYLEGARAGE This one-day event at the contemporary furniture store includes deals on floor models, samples and prototypes. Pieces must leave the store after purchase. Sept. 18. 8:30–6. 938 Queen St. W., 416-534-4343, stylegarage.com.

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CANADA’S BRIDAL SHOW It’s the time of year when brides pack into convention centres and hotel ballrooms to compare prices on limo services and boutonnieres. This show, labelled as the country’s largest, is held downtown and offers special deals for attendees. Sept. 24 to 26. $15. Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building, 255 Front St. W., canadasbridalshow.com.

THE CLOTHING SHOW Not getting married? Don’t worry, there’s still a massive exhibition for you. The Clothing Show is the place to score pieces by up-and-coming designers and local talent. It’s also packed with vintage finds and art. Sept. 24 to 26. $8–$10. Better Living Centre, 195 Princes Blvd., theclothingshow.com.