Retail therapy is a really dangerous thing.
It’s almost like food, or alcohol, life feels a little overwhelming, and suddenly we are like…if I have THOSE shoes, or THAT bag, maybe I’ll feel a little better. It’s a coping mechanism, and especially a time that we are all watching our wallets…we have to be careful.
My trick is to give in to my indulgences at the safest place possible – online sample sales. Read on for some to look forward to today!
Laundry
Design History
Burberry shoes
Cold weather sale at Gilt!
Multi-Designer Blowout Sale at Gilt
Chan Luu jewelry
Freeze 24/7 skincare
Lorelei handbags
Cosabella lingerie
BCBG
Devon Leigh
IWC …read more

One of my absolute favorite lines is Vava by Joy Han, and it’s on sale today at Ideeli!
There’s a bunch of other good ones brewing, too. Here’s the run down!
Vava by Joy Han
Emanuel Ungaro
Tucker
Portolano
Tara jewelry
Freeze 24/7 skincare
Jim Barnier boots
Original Dr. Scholl’s
Bric’s Luggage
Alessandro Dell’Acqua Shoes
D.L. & Co.
BCBG Max Azria Handbags
Nicole Apostoli for Presh

Welcome to the insanity! NYFW started this morning–actually, in many ways, it started yesterday–and the masses have all converged upon New York’s Bryant Park.
I realize that as much whining and groaning as we do, a lot of people would love the opportunity to be sitting among the sheer magnitude of celebrity and high fashion that flocks to the tents. And it is pretty fabulous – even the part where we live for a week on coffee and champagne – my two favorite “foods”, anyway. My point? You can live like you are here!
For instance, one of the first shows this …read more

I was about to write a post about some of the hottest items from today’s sales, and then I realized that there’s a massive bounty of sales events going on in the next twenty-four hours! Some of the hot ones you must check out. (i.e. the ones I’m currently drooling at)
Click on the link to find out where the sale is, details, and price points – all are pretty awesomely steep liquidations!
Nina Ricci Scarves
Signorelli T-shirts
Skin Lingerie
Laura Mercier Cosmetics
Just Cavalli
Kenneth Jay Lane
Tag Heuer
Tag Heur for Men
Summer Essentials–Great Accessories By Theory, Patricia Underwood, etc
Melissa Shoes
…read more

I am generally not a fan of the clutch – quite simply because I live with a fear of putting it down somewhere and losing it. The like happens with my keys, phone, umbrella, and other handheld accessories all the time.
However, many of the cocktail events I go to demand wearing something a little more elegant than my giant satchel, and I have found the perfect accompaniment.
BCBG’s Leather Clutch is simply fierce. I heart the bag’s unique shape, exotic skin and classic turn lock closure. Plus, it’s python-stamped – another great trend for fall..which is yet another way to stay …read more

Some of my favorite brands have sample sales this week…including ones I covet on a regular basis at their outlets.
But here’s some fun ones being hosted in the next 24 hours or so. They are all going on at ideeli.com, which is invite-only – but if you are not a member, you can join in for free with the code “shop daily”. Have fun – and shop responsibly!
Wednesday 7/8
BCBG: Clothing and Swimsuit
Starting price: $66
Save up to: 55%
BCBG: Handbag
Starting price: $60
Save up to: 59%
Spy: Flirty Summer Dresses
Starting price: $59.00
Save up to: 54%
Persol Sunglasses
Starting price: $89.00
Save up to: 74%
Thursday 7/9
MLH
Starting price:: $60.00
Save …read more

I normally hate the dresses that look like a bed sheet, however this one is gorgeous. The beautifully draped, paprika colored fabric gives this dress a soft silhouette that is perfect for an evening party in the spring or summertime.
This strapless BCBGMAXAZRIA dress has an asymmetrical hem and a sexy appeal that will garner some serious attention. This dress is available right now at Saks Fifth Avenue for just $278.
When choosing accessories for a dress like this, keep things bold but simple — just like the model. The large chain necklace, a pair strappy gold sandals and a gold envelope …read more

If how fast this month is flying by is any indication of how soon the holiday season will arrive, I had better find that perfect dress and fast. But I have a problem. You can never quite be sure of the weather. I would love to go for something open and sleeveless, but chances are that I would freeze to death. And then if you go for something warm, you could sweat to death. Know where I’m coming from??
And then there is this dress. It has long sleeves, but it is a lightweight knit. And the neckline is interesting as …read more