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I wanted to let you know that this blog will not be updated as often anymore. I will probably still post, but only when I find an incredible deal.



So, keep saving. I am not saying good-bye; simply, "see you later". ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Pick up some summer essentials

Spiegel has just reduced its clearance merchandise by an additional 25%. Check out the site for some incredible deals. Here's a sample:

Ruched-Front Maillot

Sale $21.99 (Orig. $49.00)

Pink Floral Skirt

Sale $17.99 (Orig. $44.00)

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What you gonna do with all that ...

Those who love to wear jeans will love Andy's new site, Denimology. He wants you to know that jeans are his "personal addiction", so he is qualified to offer various tips to you. Hope you find them useful. Check out our English friend's passion and have some fun.

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You've got mail!

Red Envelope is a classy store. Everything it carries looks and feels expensive. That's why I love their sales. Right now, RE is having a summer sale, so if you need to stock up on gifts, this is your chance. I am especially fond of this piece of jewelry:

Isabella Necklace
Regular $95 Sale $29.99
Grab it for less than a third of its original price. Use REDFSS to get free shipping. ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Open this Door

Those who were asking for suggestions where to find a cosmetic container for your purse: right here! Receive a FREE 8-Piece Elizabeth Arden Gift Set, a $48.00 value, with any $22.50 purchase.

If you needed to stock up on some perfume, check out Red Door. It costs $27 and qualifies for a bonus.

Don't forget to use code 57503 to receive 20% off any one item.

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Basic Bags

These Tommy Hilfiger bags are simple yet cute. They won't hold much more than wallet, mints and lipstick, but most of you probably don't carry diapers anyway. So, if the purse fits, get one at Boscov's. You can choose from a variety of colors--each rendition is only $10. That's much cheaper than the cost of most wallets. Go wild and get a bunch!

Tommy Hilfiger Boxed Nylon Hobo W/Key FOB - Black
Original Price: $34.00 Now $9.99

Notice--no visible logo! That's quite unusual for a Tommy Hilfiger accessory. Let's give him the benefit of the doubt. Shall we?

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The Ex

This must be one of the most disturbing objects I have ever seen in a home goods department. Judge for yourselves:

'The Ex' 5-piece SS Knife Set with Unique Holder

I can't figure out whether the idea was conceived by a certain NY taxi driver, by a femme fatale with a dislike of bunnies, or by a member of a prominent Italian family residing in New Jersey (its ancestors were likely into opera). Your guess is as good as mine. No designer names are necessary here; let's let the art speak for itself. If you hear what it is saying, you can find it on Overstock. The piece happens to be its "deal of the day". Grab it for 53 bucks. Go through this link to get 10% off any purchase. ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

A cool find or a dry idea?

This is an interesting product. In the words of Avon's marketing team, it's "revolutionary"! I am not sure if I feel comfortable describing a nail polish this way, but it is truly different from anything that I have ever seen before. The concept is quite advanced. Here is how the company describes it: "[N]ail color that goes on dry. No streaks. No waiting. Strips of real nail enamel, combined with base & top coat that go on dry."

It's one of those things that make you go, "hmmm". You are either thinking, "why didn't I come up with that?" Or, you are annoyed at yet another useless innovation: "that's unnecessary!" Not having tried the product, I am not sure where I stand. I am confused about the fit, though. Aren't everyone's fingernails a different width? If so, how can the strips fit on everybody's nails if they only come in one size? Maybe I am misunderstanding something. If you have used the polish and want to clue us in, please do.

Until then, here is a code for free shipping if you want to try this polish or anything else on Avon's website. It's good until the 22nd of this month: FSWA6.

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Comment time!

A couple of people have emailed me that they cannot leave comments on my blog. I just changed the settings. I no longer have to moderate your comment before everyone can see it. So, by all means, let me know what you think, want to see more of, dislike, etc. Costructive criticism is welcome!
One request: you may share your blog but, please, do not advertize your store. Thanks in advance. ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

So many purses, so little time...

So, you've got quite a collection of purses, but you stick with only one of them. Why? You simply don't have the time to transfer all of your "stuff" from one bag to another. In the morning, when you are running out of your house, the last thing you want to do is coordinate purses to outfits. You are just hoping to be not more than five minutes late, right?

If you recognize this scenario, keep reading. That was me a couple of months ago. I had all these cute bags sitting on the shelf and not being used. I thought, what was the point of buying them if I am not going to show them off? Therefore, I devised a method to switch purses without wasting any time.

I found a small cosmetic container (the kind they give you in department stores when the makeup you buy comes with a bonus) and put all of my essentials in it. It now contains:

• mints, gum
• tiny lotion, brush-ups, floss
• excedrin
• tide to go (saved me yesterday when I spilled some Masaman curry on my white skirt)
• lipstick, lipliner, gloss
• tissues
• powder
• hair elastic
• pen
• tiny cute mirror

So, the only two things I have to switch from one purse to another are my wallet and the cosmetic container. It helps that all of my bags are kind of large (I use them instead of diaper bags; those tend to be somewhat ugly). Let me know if you find this tip useful.

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Even more shoes!

To rival the Victoria's Secret sale, Amazon is holding its own shoe blowout. And the deals are even better. I have spotted a couple of irresistible contenders for purchase:

N.Y.L.A. Women's Suzy Sandal

List Price: $74.95 Price: $20.94 You Save: $54.01 (72%)

Absolutely gorgeous shoe. Would be perfect for my salsa class. Dance the night away in this beauty!

RANDY-01 WEDGE

Price: $33.99 Sale: $22.99 on selected colors & sizes

I have a shoe very similar to this one; mine is from Target. It goes great with skinny jeans.

SANDY-01 HEEL

Price: $32.99 Sale: $21.99 on selected colors & sizes

If you need a red shoe, this one is quite feminine. That's important when you are wearing such a bold color. You don't want to end up looking like a streetwalker.

Get them while they last. Hurry, only limited sizes are available. ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Shh! It's a secret.

This post is dedicated to my favorite sister-in-law, Patrycja. She let me know that there is more to Victoria's Secret than its lingerie. I never cared for the quality of the store's undergarments; I find them too flimsy. That's why I was surprised to hear that VS carries cute shoes at reasonable prices. And since the store is having its shoe sale right now, why not give it a try? I admit that these prices are higher than what I would normally pay, but some brands (such as the one below) are worth the money. Take a look for yourselves:

Carlos™ by Carlos Santana
Strappy platform espadrille sandal
Orig. $89. Sale $71

Use code SP61465 to fet FREE SHIPPING!

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For those who don't dig bermudas

Get ready for the beach with these cute and comfy shorts from Kohl's. The store is having its Big Wednesday sale.

Check these out--50% off (orig. $32.00 sale $16.00) and 10% off with this coupon: NEW2862.


Levi's® 515™ Denim Shorts - White

Levi's® 550™ Twill Shorts - Black

Levi's® 515™ Denim Shorts

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Dresses from Macy's

Today, Macy's lowered their clearance prices by an additional 25%. If you hurry, you can score some great deals. Take a look at this particular dress:

I actually own it (in black), so I can tell you about it in detail. It's made from the lightest jersey imaginable--very flattering. The knot near the chest area emphasizes all the right curves, and the length is absolutely perfect if you like showing off your legs but are over 25 years old. Sooo worth the 47 bucks! I wore it during our formal night on a cruiseship and received many unspoken compliments. So, work it, girl!

I think I'm in love. With the dress above. Note to self: Never write poetry.

But, seriously, just look at this gorgeous creation. You've got the stylish empire waist, the subtly revealing V-neck, the slimming A-line skirt. I usually don't care for a pattern on the dress, but this piece is too cute to disregard. The print is not overwhelming because the flowers are so tiny, and the color scheme is so well-selected. Bravo, BCBG! A designer dress under $100!

I don't know if it's because this model reminds me of Angelina Jolie (I sometimes think certain people look alike when they don't. OK, I often think that), but this dress looks like something she would wear to a party. It's classy yet a bit daring at the same time. Make sure you wear it with a plunge bra! And I love the retro feel to this piece. Very 1950s. All that jazz for about 60 bucks.

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Been there, done that

This is for all of you, outdoorsy types. LL Bean is having its largest sale right now and I’ve got a FREE shipping coupon. So, if you are athletic and adventurous, check out their site. Don’t forget to use code 2301100!

Here are some suggestions:

Boat and Tote Buckle Slides
Regular price: $29.00 Save 55% Now $12.95

Variegated Corduroy Skirt
Regular price: $44.00 Save 54% Now $19.95

Southwest Harbor Tank, Tipped
Regular price: $59.00 Save 32% Now $39.95

Get ready for summer sun on a rainy day! ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Fashionable cookware

Circulon is my favorite cookware brand. It manufactures products that are extremely high quality. So, naturally, when I saw that Amazon's Friday Sale had a Circulon set at 75% off (free shipping!), I had to share it with you. The best aspect of these products is their non-stick surface. They have been sprayed with three coats of Dupont, so that your food won't end up burned. Also, the heat is distributed evenly because the cookware has "hard-anodized exteriors with aluminum core". The set includes all of the essentials one might need in the pots and pans department. Forty-six Amazon reviewers gave it four out of five stars. Therefore, we can conclude that this cookware is almost as good as Trident. What more do you need?

Circulon Classic 14-Piece Cookware Set

List Price: $728.00
Price: $179.99 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping

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Another great deal from Chadwicks

Chadwicks has done it again. Made me an offer I can't refuse.

Like cashmere? What about cashmere at 75% off? A cashmere cardigan shipped for free (code: 2151-01316-368, expires today!) ?

Cashmere Cardigan
Nine colors to choose from!
Price: $59.00 Clearance: $14.99

I haven't been able to post the photo (somethin' is up with blogger), but decided to let you in on the deal anyway because the code expires in a couple of hours! ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

"Rock this shoe"

Nordstrom's sale section is pretty fabulous. One could search deals by percentage of the discount--my favorite two links are 70% off apparel and 70% off shoes (the deals on shoes are not as great as the clothing bargains.) That's precisely where I found the following bargain.

Steven by Steve Madden 'Aurielle' Sandal

Was: $148.95 Now: $43.90 70% OFF

Ladylike yet funky. Absolutely love Steve Madden footwear. Designer look at a poor man's price. Especially, at a huge discount. As Courtney Love says, "I could totally rock this shoe!" Yea, man.

I admit that the prices are still a bit steep for us, cheepskates, but you are getting top notch quality when you buy Nordstrom's merchandise. I have scored plenty of steals at this store. At the risk of sounding like a hypocrate, I sometimes buy clothing that is in the 50% off section. Not as much of a sale but, arguably, a better option. Here's why.

Often, clothing that is deeply discounted sells out quite fast--before it reaches the 70% off section. If you really like something, buy it and check the site in a week or so. Chances are, the item will be discounted even more. Another disadvantage of waiting to buy is the fact that the 70% off section has very limited sizes. When you are purchasing from other sale sections, you have a greater chance of finding your size. So, don't be afraid to pay a bit more upfront.

When you give Nordstrom's customer service a call and tell them that the item you bought a couple of weeks ago is now discounted further, they will promptly credit the difference to your card. I have done that a few times; ended up with a gorgeous blazer and a coctail dress that cost me $16 each. So, have some patience and determination. No one said bargain shopping was easy. The rewards are worth the hassle, though. Plus, don't you love the thrill of getting the best possible deal? More bang for your buck, baby!

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Caution: Non-Fashion Post

This bit of divergence from the main topic is for all the gossip lovers.

So, what does the baby with incredible genes look like? See for yourself.

Gallery of the Absurd Version:


The real deal:

Almost as cute as my babies when they were born. ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Summer steals from JC Penney

JC Penney posted some pretty great markdowns on their site.
Here are some that are worth checking out:

This summer blouse is my favorite item among them. It's a soft lilac shade and has a fashionable empire waist. Don't forget to wear a bra with transparent straps!

W® Print Cami
Was $36.00; Outlet Price $9.99

These shorts are perfect:

inexpensive,

slimming,

comfortable...

Lee® Cargo Shorts

$12.99


Pretty full skirt -- looks best on pear-shaped women.
Pair it with some cute brown-toned wedges
and a solid brown cami or a tank.
Remember, keep the top simple
because the skirt is a bit flowy and has a wild print.
You don't want to end up looking like you are trying too hard.

Worthington® Print Skirt

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A Golden Ticket to Party

Found a pair of beautiful designer dress shoes for you at 69% off. They are very sexy and would look great with some gold-toned costume jewelry. So, pull that black dress out of your closet 'cause you are going out!

Laundry by Shelli Segal Women's "Wishbone" Pumps
Retail Value: $125.00
Our Price Was: $69.99
Now Only: $37.97

Use a free shipping coupon on a $75 order!
Go through this link.

P.S. Don't forget to get a pedicure! ♦DiggIt! ♦Add to del.icio.us ♦Add to Technorati Faves

Caution: A Splurge!

This is for all extreme fashionistas who love designer goods. If you have always wanted to have the experience of buying PRADA online, this is your chance, baby. Even at 77% off, this basic black bag is still very expensive, if you ask me. But, since no one is asking, here's the deal:

Prada Women's Nylon Satchel, Malva

List Price:
$1,100.00
Now: $249.90 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping

Is it worth it? Well, that's for you to decide.

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Can't beat this deal

Spring and summer are good times to bask in the sun. And to stock up on winter gear. I found a beautiful PINK leather jacket that is on sale at 50% off, and I have a code for an additional 50% off on top of that discount. Sound good?

Now, try to be objective and not roll your eyes when I reveal that the said jacket is from Chadwick's. Just pretend you scored it at Nordstrom's. It could totally pass for an expensive version. It's genuine leather, slim fitted, with nicely shaped pockets. Those who squirm at the sight of anything pink will be happy to hear that the jacket also comes in cream and moss green colors. Check it out:

Zip-Front Leather Jacket
Price: $79.00 Clearance: $39.99 49% Off

Here's the helpful Coupon Code: CH2777 . Hurry up because it expires on 6/12/06.

You've got a gorgeous leather blazer for 20 bucks (plus a $5 shipping charge). Nice, huh?

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