Starry eyed

Which one costs $275?

For almost $250 less you can get the same look at a fraction of the price.

1. or 2.

Ann Taylor LOFT

ann taylor loft

Target Collaborations

The collaborations Target has done with high-end designers are perfect for budget conscious consumers. One of the latest collabs. (with Cynthia Vincent) is going to fly off the shelves (hitting stores April 18th). To take a peek, go here (all retailing for under $30)!

Jean Paul Gaultier's line is already online and in stores.

20

One of my FAVORITE stores, Boden has 20% off (which doesn't happen very often). As always, shipping and returns are free. Expires: 4/1/2010 at midnight. My picks (not necessarily together)... Dress $117Shoes $89Belt $16Boot $134 Skirt $99

Quick Deal

Just a quick deal at New York & Company:

$10 offf a $10 purchase code: 1068, free shipping with purchase of $65 or more: 1254, and Jewlery is BOGO 50%0ff (no code needed).

They have both trendy and classic items at a reasonable price. Add a couple of fun pieces with a great price. Some of my choices -

Dress $29.95 - love this as a dress or shirt. Great color and price!

Bracelet $16.95 - Add this bracelet to the dress, with a great pair of flats or sandals. Skirt $24.95 - Perfect addition to any wardrobe

Tunic/Dress $19.95 -Can be worn as a dress or as a tunice with a pair of skinny jeans and flats.

Topshopin' for some deals and this is what I found (most from the sale section):



Flats, Button sweater, Ring, Vest

This store was started in England by the model, Kate Moss and has taken off. They now have stores all over the world. Some of the items are very edgy and others can be classics. Take a peek to see what you would like to add to your closet.

Good through 4/4, print the coupon and enjoy!

Before

Before I became a "real" mother of a toddler I said that my child will not be wearing "character" clothing, which includes the "light-up" shoes. Now that I am a mother, what is so wrong about light up shoes? These shoes are pretty hot! Jimmy Choo Light-Up Platform Sandals $2,495

So are those light up "character" shoes all that bad?

Etsy

When I have (or don't have) a minute I like to browse through some of the stores on Esty. I either find great items at great prices or inspirational ideas.

Loving this beauty*:



Or maybe this pretty little number*:

*from Makethisyourown

Closet clean-out

Oprah has cleaned her closet with the help of O's Creative Director, Adam Glassman and is auctioning the items off on eBay. Not all of us wear the same size so we can't all buy, but it will be fun to look, covet or laugh about.

Tips from Adam Glassman:
Rule 1: If you haven't worn something for over two years, get rid of it. "Even if it's pricey," Adam says. "Give it to a friend who will make good use of it. Sell it, donate it, put it on eBay."

Rule 2: If it doesn't fit you anymore, get rid of it. "Hang it up on the door and call it closet art if you want that for inspiration," he says. "But truthfully, by the time someone gets back into a size, it may be out of style."

Rule 3: Don't fantasy dress. If an item fits the lifestyle you want but not the lifestyle you live, get rid of it.

Rule 4: Everything in your closet should promote joy, beauty and usefulness. "You should feel pretty in it, and you should be comfortable in it," Adam says. "And it should be really practical."

Rule 5: If something brings up a bad memory or has a negative energy around it, purge it. You'll never want to wear something that reminds you of a bad time, but donate it and hope somebody else can enjoy it.

Rule 6: Get rid of duplicates. If you have a ton a of things that look the same, streamline.

Mixing

A trend this spring is mixing patterns...

Will you be wearing this trend when Spring has Sprung?

The easiest way to wear this trend is to:

wear a patterned scarf with a striped shirt and a simple jean

-or-

wear the same print in different colors (i.e. same pattern but blue for shirt and green for skirt)

-or-

wear different prints but in the same color family (i.e. floral shirt and herringbone skirt both in nude)

DNKY

Stocking Up

Now is a great time pick up some winter clothes for next year. Check out the outlets, department stores and websites for highly discounted winter items. Many stores have an additional % off sales items + free shipping. Some examples:
1. Winter Coat
Get a great colored coat in a classic style the coat will wear out and not the style.
J.Crew Stadium Cloth Friday Coat $229 Banana Republic Classic Wool-blend coat $164.99 Calvin Klein Trapeze Coat $88.90; Nordstrom
2. Scarves
When you buy at a discounted price, you have the opportunity to buy more than one. Each scarf will give your coat a new look.
B.P. Fringe Wrap $8.90; Nordstrom
3. Boots
Try an equestrian boot. They are comfortable and easy to tuck your skinnies into.
Naturalizer Riding Boot $99.90; Nordstrom Victoria Secret Devon Convertible Boot $129