If you enjoy makeup (or hair goop, or tools, or moisturizer, or perfume...) you probably already love Sephora. Now, they have the 20% off Friends and Family (F&F for those in the know)...which makes me very happy.
Predominantly because they don't exclude much, so you can get Dior Mascara, Chanel Perfume, and whatever else at the discount with the code: FF2010 Sure, you can go in the store and ask to use it, but if you buy over $50 you can get free shipping, and there are always those 3 samples with any order. Love Sephora! But hurry, deal ends November 3.
Did I mention this is the perfect time to buy gifts for people? ...and yourself?
Monday, October 25, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Free Sample from Starbucks
Starbucks Free Sample of their new Natural Fusions Vanilla Coffee delivered to your home. Probably not hot and already made. They expect you to do put some effort into it.
Limited quantities, so quick! What are you waiting for?
You know you love it.
Limited quantities, so quick! What are you waiting for?
You know you love it.
Restaurant gift certificates on the cheap
Restaurant.com teams up with restaurants and bars all over the place and offers gift certificates at a fraction of the cost (i.e. $25 for $10, anyone?) which is a great deal already, right? Sure.
But wait, there's more! What about 80-90% off that $10 for a $25 gift certificate? Yeah, I'm talking $2 for a $25 to some of the yummiest, chicest, and most creative digs in town. How do you make that happen, you ask? Code "WOW". They have a deal like this at the end of every month to clear out stock but the code changes. Sweet, huh? If you need the code at the end of next month, just let me know and I'll hook you up.
How it works: So you go through the site and see which restaurants are in your city (or in a city you'll soon be traveling to!) and check out the details of the deal i.e. only good Sunday through Thursday, or must be on a $50+ tab, and make sure it's something you're ok with. From there, you add it to your cart, buy it, and print! Voila! Make sure to hand it to your server first thing when you get there, though--just to make sure, better safe than paying full price! Most of them are good for 1 year from purchase.
No, you're not allowed to use this on a first date. Really the first 4-5 dates. But after that, it's fair game.
But wait, there's more! What about 80-90% off that $10 for a $25 gift certificate? Yeah, I'm talking $2 for a $25 to some of the yummiest, chicest, and most creative digs in town. How do you make that happen, you ask? Code "WOW". They have a deal like this at the end of every month to clear out stock but the code changes. Sweet, huh? If you need the code at the end of next month, just let me know and I'll hook you up.
How it works: So you go through the site and see which restaurants are in your city (or in a city you'll soon be traveling to!) and check out the details of the deal i.e. only good Sunday through Thursday, or must be on a $50+ tab, and make sure it's something you're ok with. From there, you add it to your cart, buy it, and print! Voila! Make sure to hand it to your server first thing when you get there, though--just to make sure, better safe than paying full price! Most of them are good for 1 year from purchase.
No, you're not allowed to use this on a first date. Really the first 4-5 dates. But after that, it's fair game.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Free Fekkai!
Nope, it's not a new reference to some new imprisoned dude. It's free hair stuff season at Saks Fifth Avenue! Really and truly, is there anything better than free? I don't think so.
All that to say: it's for one day only: August 26, making it a worthy lunch-time run-about opportunity since they'll probably run out again pretty quickly this year...last go-around, they required you to bring a trade-in shampoo. I brought a brand new bottle of just-bought untouched by human hands Suave and got Fekkai. Whatever, I'm pragmatic and saved like $30. This year, no quickie Walgreens run is needed.
So how, you ask, do you do this? Fill out this form and bring it on in to Saks in your neighborhood. One per customer, no purchase necessary. Also, while you're there, get a squirt of perfume...and maybe a sample. If you're gonna free-load, better do it right!
All that to say: it's for one day only: August 26, making it a worthy lunch-time run-about opportunity since they'll probably run out again pretty quickly this year...last go-around, they required you to bring a trade-in shampoo. I brought a brand new bottle of just-bought untouched by human hands Suave and got Fekkai. Whatever, I'm pragmatic and saved like $30. This year, no quickie Walgreens run is needed.
So how, you ask, do you do this? Fill out this form and bring it on in to Saks in your neighborhood. One per customer, no purchase necessary. Also, while you're there, get a squirt of perfume...and maybe a sample. If you're gonna free-load, better do it right!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Do you GroupOn?
So Woot is cool and all, and it was started around the corner from me in STL, but it doesn't exactly fall into the category of recessionistaism...know what does? Groupon.
If you're not already signed up for their daily deals, you're missing out. Yes, I know it's hard, but you have been, and someone had to break it to you. Some of the awesome deals I've bought in the past 6 months include: a facial for $35, $19 for 5 yoga classes, and $30 for $75 dollars of credit to a local boutique I spend too much time in. They have awesome deals on a regular basis, so definitely sign up for their daily e-mails so you can stay in-the-know...oh, and get "G" credits you can use as cash on the site. Yep, just checking out the deal, you get rewarded, and if you buy you get more points. Instant gratification.
Oh, you don't live here in the humid version of the 3rd ring of Hell? Check out the other cities Groupon services. As a matter of fact, keep an eye out for good deals in places you're going to be vacationing as well--I got a deal for a massage and scrub for a fancy spa New York a couple months back. It was awesome, but make sure you call the place before buying to make sure they're available when you'd like the appointment or reservation.
Hi, my name is Effie and I'm a Groupon junkie.
If you're not already signed up for their daily deals, you're missing out. Yes, I know it's hard, but you have been, and someone had to break it to you. Some of the awesome deals I've bought in the past 6 months include: a facial for $35, $19 for 5 yoga classes, and $30 for $75 dollars of credit to a local boutique I spend too much time in. They have awesome deals on a regular basis, so definitely sign up for their daily e-mails so you can stay in-the-know...oh, and get "G" credits you can use as cash on the site. Yep, just checking out the deal, you get rewarded, and if you buy you get more points. Instant gratification.
Oh, you don't live here in the humid version of the 3rd ring of Hell? Check out the other cities Groupon services. As a matter of fact, keep an eye out for good deals in places you're going to be vacationing as well--I got a deal for a massage and scrub for a fancy spa New York a couple months back. It was awesome, but make sure you call the place before buying to make sure they're available when you'd like the appointment or reservation.
Hi, my name is Effie and I'm a Groupon junkie.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
VS free stuff and discounts, anyone?
It's pretty common knowledge that Victoria's Secret is the bane of my wallet's existence. Especially since I got the Angel card and they keep sending me coupons. The rogues.
That's neither here nor there. Even if you aren't a cardholder (save yourselves!) you can still come to the VS Pink Nation event on Sunday, July 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at West County Mall (Saint Louis). They also have one going in Columbia and a number of other states at the same time, so if you're not 'round these parts, you can still go.
Why would you want to tempt yourself, you ask? Because they generally give a pretty generous discount off of everything (both VS and Pink) stuff, have a giveaway of some sort (free tote anyone?) and give away gift cards on a regular basis. My lucky sister got a $50 card at the Christmas event, which instills some hope for you and me!
You can also use your coupons in conjunction with the discounts they give in my experience. Oh yes, it's delightful.
Heck, why not, right? Don't forget, though, you need to sign up and print your ticket to get in.
That's neither here nor there. Even if you aren't a cardholder (save yourselves!) you can still come to the VS Pink Nation event on Sunday, July 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at West County Mall (Saint Louis). They also have one going in Columbia and a number of other states at the same time, so if you're not 'round these parts, you can still go.
Why would you want to tempt yourself, you ask? Because they generally give a pretty generous discount off of everything (both VS and Pink) stuff, have a giveaway of some sort (free tote anyone?) and give away gift cards on a regular basis. My lucky sister got a $50 card at the Christmas event, which instills some hope for you and me!
You can also use your coupons in conjunction with the discounts they give in my experience. Oh yes, it's delightful.
Heck, why not, right? Don't forget, though, you need to sign up and print your ticket to get in.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Sample Sale Website Invites
There's this online shopping phenomenon that makes it super easy to get extremely cheap chic items on a limited basis. It's essentially like going to a New York sample sale, but rather than risking a black eye from an over-zealous shopper with sharp elbows, you can check out new items at a fraction of the price online.
Most sales open at 10am or 11am CT every day, and you can generally get the e-mails outlining the sales that week so you can gauge if you want to hit the refresh button every 2 seconds leading up to the sale (exactly what I did with the Joe's Jeans and Smashbox sales this year).
Yep, they're free--no membership, and they won't ask for your credit card before you actually want to buy something.
For most, you need personal invites to get in--and I got your hookup:
Gilt Group
Hautelook
RueLaLa
Row Nine
Beyond The Rack
Ideeli
The Sample Sale
Editors Closet:
the problem with this one is that there isn't a link for invites...so comment on here with your e-mail and I'll send you an invite :)
Be Warned: The good stuff (especially when it's cheap) goes quick on all these sites!
Most sales open at 10am or 11am CT every day, and you can generally get the e-mails outlining the sales that week so you can gauge if you want to hit the refresh button every 2 seconds leading up to the sale (exactly what I did with the Joe's Jeans and Smashbox sales this year).
Yep, they're free--no membership, and they won't ask for your credit card before you actually want to buy something.
For most, you need personal invites to get in--and I got your hookup:
Gilt Group
Hautelook
RueLaLa
Row Nine
Beyond The Rack
Ideeli
The Sample Sale
Editors Closet:
the problem with this one is that there isn't a link for invites...so comment on here with your e-mail and I'll send you an invite :)
Be Warned: The good stuff (especially when it's cheap) goes quick on all these sites!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Neiman Marcus Free Gift
So I'm a big fan of the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer...because I'm pale and it has SPF 20 and it seems to actually stay on while the pea soup descends on the mid-west this summer. Anyway, this is a good deal:
Neiman Marcus is offering a free .5 oz deluxe sample of the moisturizer with any LM purchase...which is good, since the stuff is normally $42 for 1.5 oz. Yeah. Yikes. Anyway, it gets better! Pick up a pencil sharpener for $3 (or, like, actually buy something else you need...like lipgloss or whatever) and then get free shipping with code NMSHOP...and you're getting it for something like $3.23. Awesome.
Neiman Marcus is offering a free .5 oz deluxe sample of the moisturizer with any LM purchase...which is good, since the stuff is normally $42 for 1.5 oz. Yeah. Yikes. Anyway, it gets better! Pick up a pencil sharpener for $3 (or, like, actually buy something else you need...like lipgloss or whatever) and then get free shipping with code NMSHOP...and you're getting it for something like $3.23. Awesome.
Monday, April 26, 2010
What's better than breakfast? Free breakfast. Or lunch. Whatever.
Yum! One of the many benefits of facebook (yes, I'm a junkie) is that you can 'fan' different companies and they give you free stuff. This is one of those cases!
Einstein Bros. Bagels' is giving away a free bagel and schmear with this coupon though 5/2. No purchase necessary (that I can tell) and while it says it's not good for power bagels you can very likely pay the $.50 and get the upgrade...which is what I'll be doing...oh, that, and a big cup of coffee!
Print and enjoy!
Einstein Bros. Bagels' is giving away a free bagel and schmear with this coupon though 5/2. No purchase necessary (that I can tell) and while it says it's not good for power bagels you can very likely pay the $.50 and get the upgrade...which is what I'll be doing...oh, that, and a big cup of coffee!
Print and enjoy!
Monday, April 12, 2010
Sephora Discount Code!
Oh. This is fabulous. And by fabulous, I mean dangerous.
Sephora has a 15% coupon code out from today through April 19. The code is "madness" --use it in good health (and glowy skin!)
Or, if you prefer not to pay the shipping (or you're shocklingly pale and need to double check all colors like some people I know...ahem, me) then print the coupon.
Also, while you're at it, sign up to be a Sephora Insider. Might as well get free stuff when you've spent $100, right?
Enjoy!
Sephora has a 15% coupon code out from today through April 19. The code is "madness" --use it in good health (and glowy skin!)
Or, if you prefer not to pay the shipping (or you're shocklingly pale and need to double check all colors like some people I know...ahem, me) then print the coupon.
Also, while you're at it, sign up to be a Sephora Insider. Might as well get free stuff when you've spent $100, right?
Enjoy!
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Wait, you still pay retail?
Nonono, you're doing it all wrong. You mean to tell me you're shopping online and not using coupons? Sure you may get the occasional e-mail from jcrew or someone telling you they have a sale...good for you for being on their e-mail list already! That's step one...
If you know you shop somewhere on a regular basis, go to their website and start receiving their daily e-mails. Why not? Bottom line is that you're spending half a second opening an e-mail and looking at the bottom for a coupon while getting a quick update on what's new in the store! You never know when there's going to be a "30% off all merchandise" lovemuffin down there. Seriously.
Things to notice: if you can use it in store and/or online. Benefit for in store is that you can try things on...benefit online is that you have a wider array to chose from, especially in the sale section. And boy, do I love the sale section. Also, if you can combine your coupons--a magical happening that makes things virtually free...more on this later.
Some of my favorite lists:
Williams and Sonoma-they have monthly free cooking demonstrations, how fun is that? I may not be able to afford their obscene Peruvian olive oil or something, but I sure as heck can afford a free demonstration and some noshing.
Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor Loft, Brooks Brothers-often have private sales and coupons for those on their e-mail lists. Ann Taylor Loft also has an educator program-hellloo Loft Loves Teachers 15% off everything!
Express and The Limited-if you're getting an e-mail from them, you very likely have a $20 off $60 purchase coupon in your future...and on a regular basis from this point forward. Also, get on their hard copy mailing lists for more great deals.
Jcrew-did you know that they have an extra 15% off for educators and 10% for students with valid ID? Did you also know it works on their full price and sale merch in my experience? Oh, and on top of other coupons? Almost makes it worth it to get a degree in underwater hungarian basket weaving...just remember that you either need to go to the store for this one or call the catalog number. Yeah, I know, you actually need to talk to someone. Lame. Just remind yourself of how cute those flip flops are and you'll be fine.
Beauty Brands-free or cheap stuff from hair spray to nail polish. Heck, why not?
If you know you shop somewhere on a regular basis, go to their website and start receiving their daily e-mails. Why not? Bottom line is that you're spending half a second opening an e-mail and looking at the bottom for a coupon while getting a quick update on what's new in the store! You never know when there's going to be a "30% off all merchandise" lovemuffin down there. Seriously.
Things to notice: if you can use it in store and/or online. Benefit for in store is that you can try things on...benefit online is that you have a wider array to chose from, especially in the sale section. And boy, do I love the sale section. Also, if you can combine your coupons--a magical happening that makes things virtually free...more on this later.
Some of my favorite lists:
Williams and Sonoma-they have monthly free cooking demonstrations, how fun is that? I may not be able to afford their obscene Peruvian olive oil or something, but I sure as heck can afford a free demonstration and some noshing.
Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor Loft, Brooks Brothers-often have private sales and coupons for those on their e-mail lists. Ann Taylor Loft also has an educator program-hellloo Loft Loves Teachers 15% off everything!
Express and The Limited-if you're getting an e-mail from them, you very likely have a $20 off $60 purchase coupon in your future...and on a regular basis from this point forward. Also, get on their hard copy mailing lists for more great deals.
Jcrew-did you know that they have an extra 15% off for educators and 10% for students with valid ID? Did you also know it works on their full price and sale merch in my experience? Oh, and on top of other coupons? Almost makes it worth it to get a degree in underwater hungarian basket weaving...just remember that you either need to go to the store for this one or call the catalog number. Yeah, I know, you actually need to talk to someone. Lame. Just remind yourself of how cute those flip flops are and you'll be fine.
Beauty Brands-free or cheap stuff from hair spray to nail polish. Heck, why not?
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Best Kept Open Secret: 6pm.com
I literally have a purse and shoe closet because my formidable collections needed a home. Why do I have such a collection? The blame lays squarely on 6pm.com
It's the outlet side of Zappos. Now, before you start harking back to that trip to the Ozarks when you visited the outlet mall and saw the bearded lady in a bikini, hear me out. These shoes are brand-spanking-new, designer, and inexpensive...and they were likely on the runway like 6 months ago, meaning that they're in this instant.
Sure, searches are easy and give you an idea of what's available, but if you have something in mind, a little time, and no cash, why not wait a bit? Definitely sign up for their e-mails, as they send out daily digests of the brand deals available. All Nine West shoes for under 24.95? Yep. Michael Kors for under 50? You got it. Sure, there will be days when you look and the list and just go "I don't need Tretorns", but by golley, you wait and once every 2 weeks or so, you can find an *amazing* deal. I do believe the deals are better when they say the brand is under a certain price, rather than at a certain discounted rate, but you be the judge.
My Most Recent Acquisition at the sweet sweet price of $35.55, down from $79.
Best Part:
Shipping is only $6.95, return policy is easy if you need to return them.
Worst Part:
Things can sell out quick and the deals can only be for a day...so be speedy!
It's the outlet side of Zappos. Now, before you start harking back to that trip to the Ozarks when you visited the outlet mall and saw the bearded lady in a bikini, hear me out. These shoes are brand-spanking-new, designer, and inexpensive...and they were likely on the runway like 6 months ago, meaning that they're in this instant.
Sure, searches are easy and give you an idea of what's available, but if you have something in mind, a little time, and no cash, why not wait a bit? Definitely sign up for their e-mails, as they send out daily digests of the brand deals available. All Nine West shoes for under 24.95? Yep. Michael Kors for under 50? You got it. Sure, there will be days when you look and the list and just go "I don't need Tretorns", but by golley, you wait and once every 2 weeks or so, you can find an *amazing* deal. I do believe the deals are better when they say the brand is under a certain price, rather than at a certain discounted rate, but you be the judge.
My Most Recent Acquisition at the sweet sweet price of $35.55, down from $79.
Best Part:
Shipping is only $6.95, return policy is easy if you need to return them.
Worst Part:
Things can sell out quick and the deals can only be for a day...so be speedy!
What is Recessionistaism?
Recessionistaism is a state of mind...it also looks goofy as a word, which I dig.
My name is Effie, I'm a 24 year old STL chick who really, and I mean really, likes to shop. Despite the fact I only recently got out of school and work in the nonprofit sector (i.e. limited funding for frivolity) I still like having nice things that will hold up, look expensive, and make me proud to say the deal I got!
I'm of the personal opinion that you shouldn't spend full price for, well, anything. Sure, there are exceptions, but you need to find those for yourself. I just know where the deals are!
My name is Effie, I'm a 24 year old STL chick who really, and I mean really, likes to shop. Despite the fact I only recently got out of school and work in the nonprofit sector (i.e. limited funding for frivolity) I still like having nice things that will hold up, look expensive, and make me proud to say the deal I got!
I'm of the personal opinion that you shouldn't spend full price for, well, anything. Sure, there are exceptions, but you need to find those for yourself. I just know where the deals are!
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