So, going through my August issue of InStyle, which, I should point out, is one of my favorite magazines from the perspective of product reviews and showcasing wearable product, I was reminded of why we wanted to start blogging like this in the first place.
Page 164. Deals and Steals. I'm sorry, Sydne Bolden Long, senior style editor. While I can't argue your taste, which I think is pretty darn sharp, your concept of a "deal" is apparently a little cloudy. Ok, ok...we'll agree to disagree. But frankly, readers, I think you'll agree with me- $149 for a short sleeved, relatively shapeless dress is a little steep- the pattern looks like it's simple enough to sew at home. I think maybe it's that I'm a big bargain hunter- to me, a "steal" is a really outstandingly amazing buy- like a dress for $29 that you know you'll wear a hundred times (making the cost per wear a little more than a quarter). This is the August issue, the dress we're discussing is sunshine yellow and silk. It's unlikely it'll get worn much past October. Ok, fine, you can grab a 20% discount from instyle.com. That's a whopping $29.80 you're saving. Here's my polyvore set demonstrating a few of the items from the InStyle piece, and a few I found in just a few minutes online. Given a whole day in a mall or, even better, an OUTLET mall, I bet I could put together a pretty great, cohesive, mix and match wardrobe for the amount the InStyle would spend on the few things they put on their deals and steals page. In my set, the items on the left are actual bargains, found on sites like forever21.com and endless.com. Those on the right are the actual items from the InStyle piece- except that the $149 Kenneth Cole dress only shows up in black when you click on it on their website, and the mag shows it in yellow. All in all, readers, my point is this: if you're truly looking for a DEAL, then get one. If you're looking to INVEST in a classic, make it a pair of basic Jimmy Choos (joking!...a little...) or a great blazer.
July 29, 2009
July 18, 2009
Anniversary Sale at Nordstrom!!!
Nordstrom's annual Anniversary sale started yesterday. It goes until August 2nd, so don't forget, and get shopping! I stopped by yesterday and got a few things. I'm going back Monday after most of the chaos of the crowds are over to look at shoes. I am on a mission to find boots this year! For those of you who aren't familiar with the wonder that is the Anniversary sale, I'll fill you in: It's the only sale I'm aware of that is a fall preview sale. It is brand new merchandise that hits the rack beginning at a sale price. Then, after the sale, (starting August 3rd) everything goes back up to regular price. I know it's hard to think about fall attire when it's still summer and really hot out, but these prices are so amazing, you can't help but get excited for fall weather!
July 7, 2009
Fabulous Finds: Promo Codes
I hate ordering online. I really do. I love that I can find online bargains, but I really can't stand having to pay for shipping. I've gotten into a good habit of googling "promo codes" and the name of the store I'm shopping from to see if I can find a coupon code for shipping, discounts, or other freebies so I don't feel so hosed for shopping online. I think I've picked an official favorite, and here it is:
The layout is great- you can search by the name of the store or the category. So if you're shopping from Gap.com, you can find it, or if you're on the hunt for new running shoes, you can see which online sporting goods stores are offering the best coupons. Also, once you select a store, it shows all the coupon codes available (that the site is aware of), their expiration dates, when they last worked for a site user, any user comments, and the success rate of the code. It's easy to use- simple copy/paste function- and once you've tried a coupon, you can click "yes, it worked," or "no, it didn't work" to help the site work better! Call me nerdy, but I'm a fan of user participation. Anyway, try it out, it's fantastic.
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