Monday, July 16, 2012

Gilty Pleasures

Gilt alert!  Gilt alert!  This members-only website is having some awesome sales today.  I was able to pick up two amazing dresses by Corey Lynn Calter, one of my favorite designers, at well over 50% off.  This site has amazing deals but in order to make a purchase, you have to be a member.  Membership is by invitation only, so if anyone needs to be invited, comment on this post or contact me via facebook (if we're real-life friends) and I'll take care of you!

Be sure to check out the Summer Dress Series Sale, which includes picks specifically for brunch, the beach, nice dinners, and fancy cocktails.

From the dinner section, I snagged CLC's Victoria Strapless Dress, which I've had my eye on since this Winter.  Originally priced at $205.00, I picked it up for $79.00.  Considering that I first fell in love with this dress when I saw my idol Zooey Deschanel wearing it on New Girl, I think I got a pretty good deal.  In fact, this find borders on miraculous since everything Miss Deschanel is seen wearing sells out pronto.


My second pick of the day was CLC's Sweet Pea Eyelet Strapless Dress.  I was majorly depressed when this sold out on the CLC website way back in the Spring.  Finding this dress on Gilt today was an incredibly pleasant surprise!  I scooped this little darling up for $85.00, marked down from the original price of $216.00.


Gilt provides daily access to sample sales which feature shoes, accessories, and every article of clothing you could imagine--they even have discounts on gourmet food items and luxury vacation packages.  To this they add cheap shipping and consummate customer service.  All of their items are 100% genuine.  Don't ask me how they do it, but Gilt is simply the most well-rounded and reliable flash sale website around.  For a similar experience, check out Ruelala (high end), Ideeli (middle-to-high end), and Hautelook (mid-low end).

Here is the link to my favorite sale of the day, possibly my favorite sale ever (although you should check them all out): http://www.gilt.com/sale/women/dress-shop-by-occasion/ss

Happy Hunting and don't hesitate to ask for an invite if you need one!

Thursday, July 12, 2012

BOOT QUEST!!!

So I've been on a crazed boot quest for a few weeks.  My favorite pair which I've been wearing a few times a week for four years has finally given out (we're talking holes in the leather, heels worn down to the sole, etc).  They were perfect...they hit at the upper calf, not quite the knee, pull on construction, no ornamentation, the richest cognac color in the softest leather...in short, the boots that dreams are made of.

But when it comes to shopping, I am a pragmatist who has no time to mourn lost loves of seasons past: it was time to move on.  Months ago, I found the ideal replacement: Steve Madden's Frienzzi boot.  It was the perfect height and color, with the perfect amount of edge.  So I bought it and Steve Madden cancelled my order because apparently, they sold more than they actually made.  Thanks, guys.  Aaaaanyway, for days on end, I've been scouring the internet, blogs, sample sales...I called a Macy's in Illinois to force them to search for my dream boots.  This is how bad it's gotten.  


But on a random trip to the mall, I was struck by inspiration.  I had parked outside of Marshall's on my way to check out the schmaschmazing Anthro sale I posted about last week and on my way out to the car, I figured...why not check it out?  I opened the doors and immediately, far in the distance, I spied one lone boot shaft towering amidst a battlefield of pumps, wedges, and ballet flats.  Needless to say, I made a bee-line for it and...it was picture perfect.  The Lucky Brand Angel boot in Amaretto.  It debuted in Fall 2009--way out of season.  But it's brand new, gorgeous, and I really couldn't care less that they're out of season.  I dare you to find these boots in your size for less.  I double-dog dare you.  Anywho, I snagged these $200.00 boots for $100.00.  100% authentic leather, fully lined, adjustable double buckles, knee-height...dream come true!  Btw, I also found a darling baby blue Chi straightener for $60.00 and the new Kate Spade Twirl fragrance for 75% off!  I only bought the boots but what I'm saying is...you can't afford to be snobby when it comes to bargain hunting.  Check out Marshall's!  (author's note: not all Marshall's locations will have these boots--if you have a larger-than-normal, nicer-than-normal Marshall's in your area, that's where I would check first; I would recommend calling ahead)

Some further avenues to check out in your own quest for the perfect Fall boot: NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE!!!  Nordstrom credit or debit card holders can start shopping the sale now, and the rest of us peons can check it out starting July 20th.  This is an awesome way to get amazing prices on in-season footwear as well as accessories, cosmetics, and apparel.  They have the brand new Fry and Steve Madden boots for the Fall at major discounts that won't last, so check it out!



Tuesday, July 3, 2012

ANTHROcalifragilisticexpiSALEidocious!

Hey all!

For fans of everything girly, retro, boho, or indie: Anthropologie (fondly known by the initiated as "Anthro") is the place for you.

As a devoted Anthro fan, there are a few things I've learned over the years (and within the last couple minutes  Breaking news!!!).

1) Anthropologie generally adds new items to the sale section on Tuesdays, but does not add new items every week.

2) If you cannot find the item you want in your size online, you can call their customer service number: (800) 309-2500.  They will locate it in a store for you and the store will ship your item FOR FREE because you couldn't find it online.  Nice.

3) The first cut they take is 50% off original price, rounding up to the nearest multiple of ten.  A 50% discount right off the bat is more than, like, anywhere.

4) Today, I woke up to discover that Anthropologie had added a gargantuan number of things to the sale section!  More than ever before.  And it's all an additional 25% off.  Discount will be reflected at checkout (no code required)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I never buy online from Anthro due to that whole free-shipping-from-stores thing, so I just called up my local Anthro and put my dream shopping cart on hold!  My personal favorite?  The Swallow Dive Halter by Girls from Savoy.  $49.95, which will come to about $40.00 after the additional discount and tax. 


Happy Hunting, everyone!!!