Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Sighted: Chloe boots more than 75% off



As mentioned earlier, bloomingdale's is having a private sale that started today.  I decided to drop by and check out the goods at the San Francisco store.  I could hardly believe my eyes when I spotted one lone pair of camel Chloe wedge mid-shaft boots for 75% off.   Since the regular price was $975, the sale reduces the price to $243.75.  BUT if you have the private sale coupons, you can use two of the $25 off a hundred and reduce the price to $193.75 plus tax!  Lastly, just to make things even better you will receive a $15 gift card for every $100 you spend.  

They only have one pair and they are a size 41.  You are going to have to fight it out, ladies.  

Happy Shopping!

Spotted: Private Sale at Bloomingdales

Having access to a great bloomingdales in San Francisco Center, I have found that their 3 day private sales are some of my favorite for the department store.  Not only do they have most of the store with an additional percentage off, if you are on their mailing list you get coupons to take an additional $25 off almost any purchase of $100 or more.  The kicker is that you also earn $15 bonus gift cards for every $100 you spend that are valid in-store and online from April 3 - 19.  I cannot tell you how much lip gloss I have gotten with the bonus gift cards!

Details: March 31 - April 2 @ your local bloomingdale's

Happy Shopping!

Online: Last Day for extra 25% off Neiman Marcus Sale

I've scoured endless sites searching for a couple pieces I missed out on during the Last Call sale at my local Neiman's.  Lo and behold, one of them popped up on their website during this most recent additional 25% off sale online.  It ends tonight so hurry on over.  Just promise not to scoop up the Stella McCartney I'm eyeballing.  I wanted the top, but might just have to pull the trigger on the dress instead.


To sweeten the deal, they are also offering free shipping right now.

Happy Shopping!

Monday, March 30, 2009

Online: ViX Swimwear at Couture Candy 50% off


For those lucky enough to still have Spring Break and for those who just dream of having a week off to head down to the beach and share a room with six of your closest friends, the well stocked online boutique Couture Candy is holding a one day only sale on the super cute ViX Swimwear Collection.  Even if you are still a couple pilates classes away from strutting around the beach, what perfect motivation to stick to the workout when you have a brand new colorful teeny bikini waiting for you.  And really, how often do you find swimsuits on sale at the start of Spring...especially not ones at cute as these.

Details: Enter Vix as the coupon code for 50% off 

Happy Shopping!

Online and In-Store: Hayden-Harnett Sample Sale


If you love the laid back cool that is Hayden-Harnett, head over to their site for one of the smartest sales to date.  In addition to hosting an online and in-store sale on current and past season merchandise, they are also auctioning off one-off samples from Fall 09.  That's right!  You can bid on true one of kind designs in addition to shopping the sale.  Now how chic is that!

For the Fall auction:  www.haydenharnett.com/preview

Online sale:  April 1 - 5
In-store sale: April 1 - 3

Happy Shopping!

Friday, March 27, 2009

Heard: Mike & Chris Sale in Los Angeles


Finally something for my fellow West Coasters!  The much loved Mike & Chris brand has new backers and the previous owner is liquidating the rest of their merchandise.  Rumor is that they may have other brands as well, but I would still put Mike & Chris at the top.  It's up to 90%  off.  I'm praying they have something like this leather jacket I saw on www.revolveclothing.com.  

Details: Saturaday from noon to 6pm
2900 Rowena Avenue (between Hyperion & W. Silver Lake), Silver Lake

Since I'm road tripping down to LA this weekend, you might just see me at the sale! 

Happy Shopping!

Online: Costume National Sale at Gilt Today

If you aren't already a member of Gilt.com, you are missing out on the best online sample sales! They hold multiple daily sample sales from some of the best contemporary and high-end designers. (Think everyting between Acne Jeans to Zac Posen.)  And Gilt doesn't stop at women's clothing either, they have mens, childrens, home and jewelry sales as well.  

Here's an invitation for those of you that have not signed up yet:

Happy Shopping!

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Heard: Free Topshop

Rumor mill is that Topshop has a truck on the corner of St. Mark's Place near 3rd Avenue that says, "Everyone Loves Topshop."  The kicker is that there is a woman handing out gift cards up to $500 for the grand opening of the Topshop store on April 2nd.  Not sure how long this can last, so you better get moving.  

I'm starting to get jealous of my East Coast girls.  In one day, you can shop the Hermes sample sale, get a free gift card to Topshop and buy roasted peanuts off the street.  And next week, you might get a glimpse of the spectacular Ms. Kate Moss as she is said to be attending the Topshop opening.

Online: YOOX Semi-Annual Sample Sale

If you haven't visited yoox.com before, you may be overwhelmed at the sheer volume of designers they carry.  Everyone from Acne Jeans to Vivienne Westwood and everything in between.  I am particularly excited to find an online source for 6267, all the Margiela lines and Rick Owens.  I get even more excited when I find those designers up to 90% off! 

The sale is going on five days only!  Sample sale pieces are final sale.  

Details: www.yoox.com

Happy Shopping!

Online: Handbag Clearance at Bag, Borrow or Steal


The Bag, Borrow or Steal website (yes, the one where you can rent a designer bag) is holding an online clearance on many gently worn and new bags.  I took a spin and found bags from Fendi, Devi Kroell, Gusto, Mulberry, Prada and Carlos Falchi to name a few.  I found myself clicking on this patent Devi Kroell Knack bag (pictured) marked $295.  That's 70% off retail!

Surprisingly, they also have some beautiful jewelry on sale as well.



Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Online: Tory Burch Private Sale 65% off

Grab goodies from Tory Burch during her online private sale.  Sales are final, but you have probably already stalked what you want anyway.  The sale runs through March 30th.  But, as you already know, shop early for the best selection.  I spotted this cute black skirt on sale that would fit into my black and nude obsession for spring.  

Details: www.toryburchprivatesale.com

Happy Shopping!

Sighted: More Shoes at Nordstrom Rack in SF




After finding the YSL shoes last week at my local Nordstrom Rack, I decided to go back to spend a bit more time searching the racks.  And it was worth it!!!  I personally wanted the white Pierre Hardy sandals with nude straps, but they tend to run really small and the 38.5 was too short.  They are priced to move at about $168!  And still completely on trend for spring.

But that wasn't all I found.  Deep purple suede peep toe pumps by Pierre Hardy in a size 39.5 also for $168.  Lastly, luggage colored Dolce and Gabbana oxford lace ups in a size 6 for about $130.  

Details: Nordstrom Rack San Francisco

Happy Shopping!

Heard: Hermes Sample Sale NYC

Another one for the New York City girls, the twice yearly Hermes sale.  I've never personally been, but heard that the lines are LONG.  Gather up your girlfriends to keep you company in line and divide and conquer once you are in the venue.  Report back immediately!  We can't wait to hear what you find.

Happy Shopping!

Details: Hermes March 25-28W-Sat 10-6 Th til 8 
The Metropolitan Pavilion 123 West 18 Street between 6-7 Avenues 4 Floor Gallery 212.759.7585 Womens & Mens Clothing Sample & stock sale. 

Monday, March 23, 2009

Sighted: Select Alexander Wang 60% off


With only one tiny rack of sale, select pieces of Alexander Wang's resort '09 collection hung 60% off at Nordstrom.  I happened to be shopping in San Francisco Center, but check your local Nordstrom's or call their customer service line.  While I managed to pick up the bubble print top for myself, I was longing for a reason to own the grey tux dress (pictured) they also had in stock at 60% off.  Nordstrom SF Center has one dress left in a size 4.  

Happy Shopping!

Heard: Plaza Too Sale in New York

Overheard from some lovely ladies in New York, the upper west side location of Plaza Too is all sale merchandise.  The kicker is that they have Loeffler Randall, D&G, and Chloe for under $100.  If you are in NY, run!

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Online: Eluxury


Today is the last day to scoop up sale shoes on Eluxury.com for an additional 40% off the sale price. The sales includes Opening Ceremony, Pedro Garcia, Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, and Loeffler Randall to name a few.  I am partial to these quadruple strap mary janes by Dolce & Gabanna.  Alas, I don't need another pair of mary janes.  

www.eluxury.com

Happy Shopping!

Friday, March 20, 2009

Sighted: YSL Shoes, Size 40



Spotted these lovely Yves Saint Laurent purple patent platform sandals at Nordstrom Rack San Francisco.  They have been marked down to $195!  If you are a size 40 (US 10), these babies are gorgeous and finally under $200. 

Here's their phone number: (415) 934 - 1211

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Welcome!

With a love of fashion and a pocketbook with a conscience, we have set out to help our fellow shoppers find the frocks they desire at a price they can stomach.  As friends who have decidedly different personal styles, we often found great deals on fabulous frocks that are better suited for our alter-ego.  That's when we would pick up the phone and call/email/text the other with a deal and it's location.  Knowing that we are not on the only ones who do this and understanding that sometimes we found things in sizes we didn't need, we open this forum with the hopes that as girls about town we can help one another.  

We know it's hard when you fall in love with $700 Louboutin sandals.  It's even harder to find them for $150.  But it happens.  And by building this community, we hope to make it even easier to match deals with those who dream of them.   

In addition to sharing our shopping secrets, we plan on featuring Frockstars from around town to around the globe.  If you would like to be featured as one of our Frockstars, simply send a picture of your look of the day.  Include a note that tells us your name, your city, what you are wearing, what you are stalking and also your favorite fashionable score to inspire others!

Happy shopping and happy sharing!  We can't wait to hear from you.