Lauren Bae

Lauren Bae is the Founder and CEO of The Sampler and Kismet West Village. Leveraging her expertise in running successful sample sales for major brands like La Perla, she now creates innovative retail concepts. She studied Economics and Global Studies at The New School.

Lauren is passionate about community-centric retail, creating spaces that feature goods from local brands and art from local artists. Her work suggests a dedication to curating unique neighborhood experiences that connect consumers with creators and high-end fashion finds.

Her Kismet West Village store uniquely blends high-fashion sample sale pieces with a curated selection of goods and fine art from local creators.