Shop till you drop - and save

I'll be working this weekend, but if you're not, and you find yourself at the mall - don't miss out on these great gear up for spring sales:

Great time to stock up on the "in today, out tomorrow" trendy styles for Spring

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Still lots of cute pieces up to 50% off and good to transition into a slow coming Spring at J. Crew, plus free shipping over $100.

Fall into the Gap (and Banana Republic and Old Navy) Give and Get is Here!: Enjoy 30% off from March 17-20 at Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy plus we'll make a 5% donation to a non-profit.

Also, take 15% off when you buy one pair of jeans, 25% off when you buy two or more pairs at Bloomingdale's Denim Days 

Have a fashionable weekend - see you Monday!

Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday is a rather recent invention, but a brilliant one no less.  It is a shopping holiday on the Monday after Thanksgiving (today), that gives everyone at work (us) a chance to continue the weekend revelry with deep, deep discounts online.

Having worked in online retail for some really terrific online sites, I can tell you the lure of the computer on this Monday is real.  After eating too much, traveling, and all of the other joys of the season people are slow to jump back into Excel spreadsheets, and are happy to find that soon to be favorite cashmere sweater on sale for 40%.

Here are some of my favorite sales around the Internet - the bonus to Cyber Monday, no parking, no lines, no shlepping.  (Today we are both benefiting from my being oversubscribed to online retailers)

Have fun shopping at:

Bluefly: take an extra 10 - 20% off of everything, saving as much 70% off of the original retail price!

Gap/Banana Republic/Old Navy/Athleta: take 15% off your purchases and get free shipping on any order!

PiperLime: Take 20% off of everything at PiperLime - this is the perfect excuse to pick up that otherwise frivelous clutch, or the too wild for everyday yellow pumps.  You love them anyone, you'll love them that much more at 20% off.

National Jean Company/Shop the Shoebox: This online retailer carries nearly every brand under the sun, and very happily it is all nearly 20% off.  Take advantage of the savings and the free shipping on orders over $75.

If  you're looking to go luxe, the big names are also playing the Cyber Monday game.

Saks Fifth Avenue: Take up to 40% off the designer collections at Saks Fifth Avenue, and get a jump start on this sale before it starts in stores on December 1.

Donna Karan: The new Donna Karan New York site is beautifully edited and feels like a true reflection of the designers high and low brands (Donna Karan New York, and DKNY).  The exciting news is that the entire site is 20% off.  Seriously, do not wait.

Ralph Lauren: If you read the blog, you know that Ralph is a favorite of mine.  Forever favorite.  If you also love Ralph, you'll love taking saving an additional 25% off.  Thanks, RL.

Enjoy all of these sales, and many more - and don't forget to check the gift guides for the perfect present for you or someone you love!

It Only Happens Twice a Year

That's right, Nordstrom is having there semi-annual sale, we have talked about this phenomenon before, but time has gone by so quickly I didn't realize we were back to sale time.  So, really it turns out that my night-time iPhone searches has paid off for both of us. 

Last time I pointed out all of the things I wanted, which looking back may have been selfish... Although, it did made sense because it's my blog, and I don't really know what you, as a reader, need at Nordstrom.  This time I will point out the best bets, deals, and a few favorites.  Besides, it's almost the holidays you can treat yourself early!

Let's venture into the shoe department: of all of the premium department stores (Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Saks 5th Avenue, Neiman Marcus) I consistently think that Nordstrom has the best shoe department.  (No, they don't have shoes with red soles, but honestly not many people can afford shoes with red soles.)

From Top to Bottom, L - R: Hunter Rain Boot, Puma Saba Flat Sneaker, Via Spiga Riding Boot, Stuart Weitzman Lace Up Boot,  Pelle Moda Fairs Platform Pump, Charles David Pompadour Pump
 

The Hunter boots are a great investment and one you'll appreciate in fall and spring, and something I typically cannot justify paying retail for.  The Puma sneakers I own, and they're great - seriously, easy wear.  The Via Spiga Boots are so classic that if you can keep them in good shape you can wear them forever, and the Stuart Weitzman style are a good deal on a hot boot, so that's always hard to turn down.  The Pelle Moda and Charles David are good steals and good pair to pick up because you never know when you'll need a statement shoe and it's good to have options on hand.

Now that your feet are fashionably dressed, here are some shopping tips from me to you, with love: 

• Make an investment in color:

It's called the Jackie, I featured it for the Madonna: Dress Like an Icon post, and it is awesome.  The satin sheath is going to be a shape that will always be in style; D&G has an impeccable fit for dresses that fall into the category of look at me and the color is gorgeous.  Please, do it for both of us.

• Save on trends:

This tyle skirt has been on every Kardashian in the country, and it makes sense: it is designed to highlight curves whether they exist or not.  This is not a classic skirt and you will not always love it, and unless your job is to be a Kardashian impersonator you cannot wear it to work.  You will not pay retail for the Sculptors Draped Skirt by Elizabeth & James.

• Convince yourself to own something sequined; if sequins aren't too much for the First Lady of the United States it is not too much for you. 

• Do not pay retail for an evening clutch, if it's not out of this world the price tag shouldn't be either. 

• Do not EVER pay retail for costume jewelry, it's silly and there is no reason to put an investment is something that even you won't appreciate in a few years.

• Do not hesitate.  If you have been eyeing that tweeded Milly Jacket and couldn't justify before and you still long for it, now is the time; if you think you'd like to finally try out skinny jeans I beg of you, please go for it.  Sales are great to try a trend, a new color or shape, stay true to your personal style and save.

I would love to know what will you try out - on sale?

P.s.Did you know that the Nordstrom Rack is also online?  Score one for savvy shoppers!

Wedding Decor... on SALE!

I saw this when house shopping and had to share for anyone planning an event, wedding or with a love of butterflies - this is a deal not to miss...

Perhaps you remember this captivating and colorful Martha Stewart Wedding Magazine Cover?

Image by Martha Stewart Weddings via Weddingbee Boards

Or maybe you love the idea of a butterfly bouquet like this:

Image also by Martha Stewart Weddings

So, how do you get the look for less?

These Butterfly Bouquets are available on sale at ZGallerie for $9.99! 

And while we're at it, what about this little butterfly poem for a reading or a program: 

May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sun
And find your shoulder to light on,
To bring you luck, happiness and riches
Today, tomorrow and beyond.
~Irish Blessing