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Jeggings: We Meet at Last

Aly Walansky — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:28:07 +0000

Jeggings – a jeans/leggings hybrid – is a big trend this season, but until yesterday, I had yet to try a pair.

Sears.com

Then, I open up my mailbox and am greeted with Grane Electric Stretch Denim jean-leggings.

Essentially, jeggings are a streamlined skinny jean – and I love them. Then are super-slimming, comfortable, and look great with this season’s trendy high boots.

Ladies, note, this style is Juniors-sized, so play it safe and go up a size when ordering online. (Or just go to the store and try a pair on!)

What do I love even more? I just noticed they are on sale for under $30 at Sears right now…meaning it’s totally budget-friendly to stock up!

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Tory Burch Holiday Sweepstakes

Kori Ellis — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:22:44 +0000

I’m a big fan of Tory Burch clothes, handbags, shoes and most recently, eyewear. Her eyewear collection just launched recently online at ToryBurch.com and at all Tory Burch stores.

If you love Tory Burch as much as I do, you’ll be excited to find out that you have an opportunity to win a trip to Paris that includes a Tory Burch wardrobe.

Image: Tory Burch

You can enter the Tory Burch holiday sweepstakes daily to have a chance to win a grand prize trip to Paris for two. The trip includes three nights at the Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière, dinner for two at Le Diane, a pampering spa treatment for two and a $1,500 Tory Burch wardrobe. How fab is that?!

The Tory Lace Tunic purchased here is available at ToryBurch.com for $495. This web lace tunic will look fabulous with everything from black leggings to skinny jeans to a slim pencll skirt.

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213 Industry Plaid Tank Dress

Kori Ellis — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:59:17 +0000

If you are into plaid this season, check out this tank dress on sale right now at Nordstrom. This swingy dress features an empire waist and flirty style. You can wear it over leggings, skinny jeans or tights. Add a cropped cardigan for cool mornings.

This fully lined 213 Industry plaid dress was originally priced at $118.00, but right now it’s on sale for just $46.40.

Image: Nordstrom

Another plaid dress on sale is this Quiksilver Plaid Shirtdress. It’s marked down from $78.00 to only $51.90, also at Nordstrom. The dark plaid print is a fantastic choice for fall/winter.

Image: Nordstrom

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TGIF: Friday Sales

Aly Walansky — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:20:34 +0000

After this weekend, I won’t be home very much for about a month – I’m going on a cruise launch in a few days, and then I’ll be in China until Thanksgiving.

ideeli - Michael Kors sale

There’s something about traveling – even when your laptop and major credit cards are coming with you – that make you want to be ultra-prepared before you leave. Who wants to be flying over the Pacific and realize they forgot their must-have favorite bra that works so well with a certain dress? Not me. And thus, I tend to overpack, and over buy.

Which means I need a bigger suitcase…good thing Samsonite luggage is on sale today at ideeli! Here’s some other fun stuff coming up in the next few hours!

Hype
Samonsonite
Michael Kors
James Jeans

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Power Up Video Challenge and Giveaway

Aly Walansky — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:28:10 +0000

I’m going to confess something really shocking to you guys.

Bandai America

About fifteen years ago, when I was barely out of grade school…I had dirty dreams about Tommy the Green Power Ranger. And, yes, when he bacame the white ranger, I still sort of dug him, but he was less fun. Why? Because, well, much like my Angelus complex, I like bad boys. And I can’t kick it. Alas.

(Hey, who remembers that’s where Sarah Brown got her start? She played Heather, the home-wrecker.)

Anyway, Bandai America’s Power Up Video Challenge is a cool new contest that rewards kids for playing with their toys and could earn them up to $10,000 for a future college fund and other prizes.

What does my entirely inappropriate power ranger fantasy have to do with this? Well, in this challenge, kids ages 3-13 along with their parents are being challenged to view a Power Rangers “cliffhanger video” online featuring the Power Rangers toys and then submit their own unique ending in a mini-movie video or story-board at Bandai.com.

THEN, the winning video and/or story-board entries will receive $10,000 and $1,000 in cash prizes respectively. This goes on to December 15 – which by the way is the week of my birthday – but meanwhile, we’re going to give one ShopaholicsDaily.com reader a Power Rangers action figure bundle so that they can potentially be used in a submission video or as a fun holiday gift. The bundle will include fun stuff like a Deluxe Formula Megazord, a Racing Performance Cycle & Figure, and some Power Rangers action figures. Some child – or nutty adult woman – will love you!

(And yes, I’m totally scoring a green ranger. I promise not to use it for bad things.)

To have your chance to win, please choose any 2 ShopaholicsDaily posts from the past two weeks and leave a comment. Earn extra entries by RT-ing this contest – I’m @alywalansky on Twitter.

Thanks, and good luck! Deadline is November 24.

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Terrific Thursday Sales!

Aly Walansky — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:28:17 +0000

The week is (mercifully) drawing to an end, and to celebrate, there’s some great sales going on today on our favorite sites!

ideeli.com

Check out the GORGEOUS Jessica Simpson Shoes on sale at ideeli, or the hot BCBG looks at Gilt Fuse!

Exhibitionist Jewelry by Michael Spirito

Calvin Klein Collection

ABS by Allen Schwartz

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Fashion Trends: Bold Bright Prints

Kori Ellis — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:55:40 +0000

Though we are getting set to head into winter, it’s fun to look at some of the hot trends for Spring/Summer 2010. One thing that is obvious when you view the resort collections is that it’s all about color. Today let’s look at some gorgeous apparel in bold, colorful prints.

Image: Neiman Marcus

Blumarine Floral Print Dress ($1,830)
Definitely too pricey for my pocketbook, the pretty floral print dress is just adorable. It features a scooped neckline, snap belt and straight skirt. Get this dress (and the other items below) at NeimanMarcus.com.

Image: Neiman Marcus

Thakoon Print Pleated-Neck Top ($790)
This amazing top features a watercolor ikat print and an asymmetric neckline. This Thakoon top is great for the office or a night out. The pleated silk drapes beautifully.

Image: Neiman Marcus

Donna Karan Toreador Print Skirt ($1,295)
This Italian cotton skirt features an incredible orange toreador print. The big sash at the waist and flouncy style make this skirt perfect for a party. Here we see it paired with a black wrap shirt ($695) and high-heel T-strap sandals.

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Wacky Wednesday Sales

Aly Walansky — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:25:27 +0000

After my fabulous foray into off-price retail yesterday, one may think I am shopped out.

ideeli.com - Carla Mancini

Wrong. If that was so, I wouldn’t be the shopping maven you know and love.

And so, while I work tirelessly at putting all my goodies away, please check out all the awesome sales going on today. Some of my faves, like Laundry apparel and Carla Mancini handbags are available…check out details below!

LAI Luxury Accessories International

NuFace

Loree Rodkin jewelry

Victorinox Swiss Army

Autumn Cashmere
Holly Morgan Designs

Enza Costa Rouge

Kowboys

Gerard Yosca

Carla Mancini Handbags

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G by GUESS Holiday Outfit Under $150

Kori Ellis — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:13:31 +0000

During party season, we are all tempted to spend a small fortune on dresses, trips to the salon and sparkling jewelry. However in tough economic times, it’s just not smart to splurge on a luxurious, expensive dress for every event and party. That’s why we have to shop smart — take advantage of sales, scour the sample sale sites, and hit local thrift shops.

Image: GUESS

If you haven’t checked out GUESS lately, it’s a fantastic time to shop. They have terrific prices on accessories, handbags, shoes and apparel. The G by GUESS holiday collection offers pretty party looks that are adorable and affordable. You can get this black and white party outfit for under $150.

Nouveau Tux Dress = $54.50
Caserta Platform Heel = $69.50
Twisted Rhinestone Necklace = $16.50

OUTFIT TOTAL = $140.50

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AJWright: Stretching the Dollar Yet More

Aly Walansky — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:59:40 +0000

A few weeks ago, I had dinner with some of the AJWright team, and we discussed their concept of off-price retail.

AJWright.com

It was one I am familiar with: I had flown out to Boston last fall to have a similar meeting with TJX (TJMaxx/Marshalls, of which AJWright is a family member) and learned a lot – about how their buyers get the deals, and just how far the deals can take you. Essentially, they take advantage of department store overstock, and end up with current-season merchandise at a fraction of retail.

But even I wasn’t ready for this experience. AJWright is sort of to TJ Maxx what Old Navy is to Banana Republic – the seen-as-scrappy little brother who will be the one who save the world.

OK, not the world. But tons of money.

Armed with an $100 gift card, I ventured out with my mom today to see just how far I could stretch the dollar. (Or, $100, as the case may be.)

Within an hour, I left with two heaping shopping bags.

Inside:

a totally hot pink lace nightie

matching g-string

two thongs

mini food chopper

pink polka dot flannel pjs

spatula

thigh-high gray “suede” boots (OK, they aren’t real, but no one knows that)

mustard thigh-high “suede” boots

black long-sleeve t-shirt (no name, but a staple)

six pairs of black knee high socks (LIVE in these)

pink print opaque tights

baking pan for mini cupcakes

baking pan for regular-sized cupcakes

a box of fancy chocolate

shower curtain

**** I think that’s it….total cost: $80.89!!!

Is that unbelievable or what? This is all totally cute stuff, at up to 70% off discount and chain store prices! Crazy. It’s like better than a sample sale, and you can try on too!

Just so you can experience a little bit of this on your own, I am awarding one reader a $50 gift card to AJ Wright. To have your chance to win, please share the best buying bonanza experience you ever encountered…how much you spent, and how much you got for it! Deadline to enter is December 1, good luck! Please earn extra entries by RT-ing this contest on Twitter. (I am @alywalansky)

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