FIRST TIME AT THE SALE? Your most commonly asked questions.

Is there an entry fee? - Not at our US events.

Which methods of payment are accepted at BDB? - Cash and credit cards only including Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Photo ID is required for all credit card payments.

Is there a coatcheck? - Yes, it is BDB policy that all coats and large bags must be checked in to the cloakroom.

Will my bags be searched as I leave? - Yes, it is BDB policy that our security team check bags upon exiting the event.

Do you do refunds or exchanges? - BDB does not refund or exchange items bought at the sale.

I RSVPed by the system didn't send me a RSVP confirmation email, what should I do? - Please print out your invitation and bring it to the registration desk at the sale.

How do I get to the Altman Building via the subway? On the No. 1 or 2 train, get off at the 18th Street stop. Proceed east to 135 West 18th Street.

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On the No. 3 train, get off at the 14th Street stop. Walk uptown (north) to 18th Street and 7th Avenue; turn right onto 18th Street, and proceed west to 135 West 18th Street.

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On the A, C, or E train, get off at the 14th Street stop. Walk uptown (north) on 8th Avenue to 18th Street; turn right onto 18th Street and proceed, crossing over 7th Avenue. Proceed to 135 West 18th Street.

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On the No. 4, 5, 6, Q, R, N or W train, get off at the 14th Street stop (Union Square). Walk uptown (north) and west to 18th Street and 6th Avenue. On 18th Street proceed west to 135 West 18th Street.

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On the F or V train, get off at the 14th Street stop. Walk uptown (north) on 6 th Avenue to 18th Street. Turn left onto 18th Street, and proceed to 135 West 18th Street.

Can I park near the Altman Building? - Metered street parking and carparks are available around the venue. For directions to the Altman Building, please click here.

How many items can I take in to fitting room at one time? - Shoppers can take up to 12 items in to the fitting room. Platinum and Gold Members are allowed unlimited items.

Do I need to print out and bring my confirmation email to the sale to gain entry? - Yes please, as this will speed up the process. We can simply collect the sheet from you. If you do not have your printed RSVP confirmation, please ensure you have photo ID to gain entry.

Can I bring my pet with me? - No animals are allowed, whether they are in bags or not.

Do you have menswear? - Only in London at this stage.

What sizes do you have? - Given we’re a sample size the most common sizes are US 0 – 10 however, we often have larger sizes - that’s the luck of the draw. For your reference we have attached below an international size chart as some of our designers may have different sizing:

UK 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18

US 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16

Europe 32 42 36 38 40 42 44 46 48