Saturday, January 13, 2007

Chinese Laundry shoes for under $30

the what
the how
Follow this link to the clearance shoe sale at SmartBargains.com. Additional 20% off of clearance items (expires today, 1/13/07). Also 10% off for new customers (expires 1/31/07, discount appears at checkout), free shipping on orders over $75.
Shown above: CL Maddy Strappy beaded satin heels for $23.98, CL Yarrow suede and velvet pumps for $27.98, CL Licorice sueded platform boots for $27.98 (SOLD OUT).

the why
because CL shoes are cute and stylish, and these prices are really good. lots of other shoes at discount prices too!

the source
blaurb

Aeropostale clearance up to 70% off + 20% off coupon

the whatthe how
Follow this link to the clearance sale (tons of styles, colors, and sizes remaining, unlike their usual clearance sales)! Use coupon code 20CLEAR at checkout for an additional 20% off. Shipping starts at $5.95. You can also get an additional $10 off if you use Google Checkout for the first time with your order.

Shown above: striped polo for $7.99, solid tunic sweater for $7.99, monkey head hoodie for $11.99

the why
Aeropostale makes some good quality basics. Their sweaters this season are soft and thin and long, making them super comfy, flattering, and great for layering! I practically live in the ones that I have and have gotten lots of compliments on them.

(Beware: Aeropostale shipping tends to take awhile. I ordered some christmas presents from them and they did NOT arrive on time.)

the source
found by blaurb on slickdeals.net

Friday, January 12, 2007

Free 3-step skincare trial with any purchase at clinique.com, free shipping

the what
Comes in a seven-day supply, "3-step skincare" includes facial soap, clarifying lotion, and moisturizing lotion/gel.

the how
Follow this link to choose the coupon for the product that is right for your skin type and apply it at checkout (expires TODAY, 1/12/07). If you register free for Club Clinque, you'll also be offered another free sample at checkout. Choices available include a wrapped Happy to Be vial or a two-day skincare sample kit.

Here are the least expensive items shown on Clinque's website:
Superbalm tinted lip treatment $11.50 (I have the untinted one and it spreads on nice and thick)
Brow/lash brush $10.50

the why

I've used the Clinique skincare line and found their 3-step system easy to use and great for zapping my oily T-zone. Their bar soap is great, but their moisturizer tends to be on the heavy side. Anyway, it's a good free sample. =)

the source
fatwallet.com

Thursday, January 11, 2007

Lucy additional 50% off clearance items with coupon

the what

the how

Use coupon code 0107esale (valid until Monday, January 15) for 50% off CLEARANCE items!
As far as I can tell, they'll still take returns/exchanges on these items, too; if you have a Lucy store in your neighborhood, you can also return things in person.

Shown above: Lucy long-sleeve tee, $5-7.50 (with coupon code) from $28. I think the price depends on which color you choose; there are 10 available. Lucy's colors are usually pretty good, too. Stock up!! $35 would get you one new shirt in a different color for each day of the week! Sweet.

There's more stuff too! Hurry because items are going out of stock quickly! The final clearance page is here.

the why
Lucy
is a fitness-wear store that only sells women's clothing and is really understanding of women's exercise needs. They carry many well-known brands, but their own line of workout wear is my favorite (and my mom's!), because unlike most other women's exercise clothing sold in regular stores, it actually fits normal bodies and is really built for function as well as style. Their designs are smart, good quality, and can usually be thrown in the washer and dryer, and they offer a variety of fits: tops and bottoms come in "sleek," "active," and "relaxed," and pants come in three lengths including Short! Their sizing tends to be true to size, so if you've become accustomed to buying an L in fitness tops, you'll probably want a M in Lucy.

the source
found by lisabug

Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Free sample of Scoop NYC fragrance

the what
their description: "Scoop NYC fragrance is a floral bouquet of pear blossom, tangerine zest, white peony, jasmine, and pink freesia with a subtle note of musk."

the how
no purchase required! just fill out the form here with your name and address and they'll send it to you free of charge.

the why
yeah...that sounds like way too many scents thrown together, but it is free, so why not?

the source
thank you lisabug!

Brown cord peacoat by Theory for Scoop, $79 from $355 - SOLD OUT

the what

the how

Follow this link to Scoop NYC

the why
One word: cu-u-u-u-te!!!! If Theory's Scoop design and fit are at all comparable to its main line, this coat is a total steal. You'll be wearing every day with your favorite jeans.

the source
found by lisabug

Joie super-soft ribbed hoodie top, $19 from $90 - SOLD OUT

the what
the how
Follow this link to Scoop NYC, (final sale, no returns or exchanges)

the why
This looks like the hoodie you'll want to live in for the next few months. Great price, available in brown or gray.

the source
found by lisabug

Juicy Couture side-stripe track pant, $19 from $88

the what

the how
Follow this link to Scoop NYC (final sale, no returns or exchanges).

the why
Just about everyone's on a fitness kick right now, and these are just the pants to start the New Year's fitness resolutions off on (in?)! Machine washable, available in black, brown, olive and white!

the source
found by lisabug

Monday, January 8, 2007

Asics Gel-Kayano XII running shoes for $76.98 shipped

the whatthe how
Follow this link to the shoes at paiva.com
Use coupon code 160043 for $50 off any purchase from $100-149.99
or coupon code 160044 for $75 off any purchase over $150
Coupons work on all sale items! Check out the entire sale!

the why
From personal experience, running on these shoes is like running on little pillows for your feet! I have runner friends who swear by this shoe, and these are by far the best-seller at our local Road Runner Sports. According to the store clerk, Road Runner sells as many pairs of the Gel Kayanos in a month as they do of all their other running shoes combined! I bought mine at Road Runner for over $100 including the student discount, so to see them at this price is pretty amazing.

the source
she finds.com