The Naked Zebra Dress at Sage Clothing

I tried again this year and failed miserably. Last year, I challenged myself to refrain from shopping for 365 days. I lasted 3 days. This year I lasted 14 days. Go me!  (That is a real accomplishment whether you think so or not.) Being snowed in for almost a week did not help my situation. What's a girl to do if she is snowed in for five days. The first day of the blizzard, I checked my email and what did I find.  The lovelies at Sage Clothing decided spread a little warmth by offering a 25 percent discount with the code "Snowday."

 

You thought I used the code, didn't you?  I  thought about it, but did not. I did take a look at the site just in case I wanted to utilize my good fortune. I checked the "New Arrivals," and of course I found something just in time for Valentine's Day.

The Naked Zebra dress is the perfect shade of red with the most forgiving ruching in all the right places. The dress hem is accented with lace and it comes in small medium and large, so the waist tie is perfect for enhancing the natural waist. The dress is polyester and dry clean only. TheNaked Zebra dress sells for $79 at Sage Clothing. That 25 percent discount would have been perfect.

Until next time,

Chamele

Hello Divas!

I have been MIA due to me trying to catch up on work that I could not due because I was home with the kids all day long during our snow/ice storm.  But as always I am thankful for everything in my life.

Chamele is back and she has some very important information to share.  Check it out!

My second favorite time of the year, the mid-Winter boutique bargains Warehouse sale! The End of the Season promises 50-70% off of your favorite brands from Atlanta's premier boutiques. This Friday and Saturday from 10a-6pm. The location is the same as it has been, above Z Gallerie in Atlantic Station, 231 18th St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30363. For the full list of vendors and for directions visit http://www.boutiquebargainsatl.com/.

This is the mother of all sales and it never disappoints.  You can get your designer and true one of a kind pieces at unbelievable prices.  But I do recommend getting there early, if you snooze on this one, the pickings will be slim.

Toodles!

A.J. Wright! Like TJ MAXX but Less Expensive

Hello Divas!

I hope all is well! I hope your life is simply fab! I have been out of commission...super insanely busy, but I am getting back into the swing of things!

Last Wednesday I had the opportunity to attend a Sneak Peak Blogger event for the opening of the new A.J. Wright store at StoneCrest Mall in the greater Atlanta area. A.J. Wright is like the Old Navy of Discount Stores and is HUGE in Canada. You guys know how much I love shopping at discount stores. I always find designer items for less! So I can buy more while still on a budget!

Representatives from the company gave us information on the company; brands carried by AJ Wright; and a tour. I was pleased to discover that in addition to men, women, and children designer clothing items, AJ Wright also carries home decor items, brand name toys, and bridal party dresses!

The company provided me with a $100 gift card to see how many items I could buy with $100! Considering I am a bargain shopper I was up for the challenge:

I purchased the following items:

Luxe hubby a Ralph Lauren Polo shirt for only $12.99! Yes only $12.99! This is by far the least expensive price I have ever seen for Ralph Lauren Polo shirts. Amazing!

I purchased Luxe baby several play wear items. These sets were only $6 a piece.

Luxe son was in tow and I picked up several 3-pack Hanes Briefs for only $2.99. These briefs are $5.99 in Target! Woot! I also purchased Luxe son Hanes undershirts for $3.99. In addition, he talked me into buying him a set of Transformers. Fortunately the Transformers were only $19.99 for 3.

For myself, I purchased a pair fabulous and cute beige flats for $10, Levis dark wash straight leg jeans for $12.99, and a men's oxford shirt for only $12.99.

Another thing I like about AJ Wright was their selection of dresses! So cute and affordable! This dress is 100 silk and was only $29.99! You can't beat it!

I would certainly become a regular shopper at AJ Wright for cute dresses, adorable shoes, and items for the luxe kids. Like I said this discount store caries the same items as TJ MAXX, Ross, and Target but at significantly better prices. As you can see, you can shop for the whole family and get a ton of items for the low! Prices at AJ Wright are up to 70% off retail! Now that is my kind of store!

Toodles!

Fun Fridays! New Stores

Hello Divas!

I hope your day is awesome! It is overcast today in Atlanta, but the temperature is nice.

There is a new discount shopping store in Atlanta. The store is A.J. Wright! A.J. Wright is a leading discount retailer that features brand names items for up to 70% off! Yes this is my kind of store! The grand opening of this new discount retailer was yesterday. There are 3 locations in Atlanta. Visit www. www.aj-wright.com/atlanta to find a location near you.

The retailer is also selling T-Shirts designed exclusively by Mycheal Knight from Project Runway. The proceeds from the sale of this one of a kind T-Shirts will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of America! I am always down for shopping for a cause! Fabulous!

Toodles!

Fun Fridays! Honorable Mentions & Cool Finds

Hello Divas!

I hope your Friday is going great! Divas I am super excited today! Fashion Columnist and personal shopper extraordinaire, Elana of Diary of a Personal Shopper, included Luxe Tips in her top stylish sites list! Only 15 blogs made the list and I was too thrilled. It is so nice to receive compliments. It really motivates me to do my best to keep bringing the best content! Check it out here!

Speaking of shopping finds for less, last week I purchased a LIKE NEW Misty Harbor Trench Coat from the Junior League's Nearly New thrift shop for only $11! I am beside myself with joy. A zip out wool lining is included! Hello! If you do not shop at thrift shops, then you must! Considering the current economic crisis, it is a great way to save TONS of money and still have those staple and trendy fashion items. I know it can be time consuming, but once you find a gem it is like hitting the lottery. You can also shop some thrift shops online. Check out the Goodwill online shop here.

Toodles!

Fun Fridays: Ulta 20% Off for Friends and Family

Hello Divas!

Yeah it is Friday! This is a short post because I am on my way to my girlfriend's wedding with the hubby and kids in tow! Pray for me! LOL! I am sure it will be a fun adventure. Ulta Beauty was gracious enough to send me some discount coupons for friends and family. Well you guys are my friends and I have two coupons to giveaway. As you know, I love Ulta Beauty. Ready my review of Ulta here. Basically you will receive 20% off your entire purchase. The promotion begins October 12th through October 25th. The first two persons who send me an email with the subject line Ulta Beauty will receive the coupons.

Toodles!

Effective Discount Shopping

Hello Divas!

How is life treating you? Fabulous right? Well some of my girlfriends always ask me two questions: 1. Where did you find that item of clothing, shoes, purse, etc.? and then after I tell them what I paid for it, 2. How do you find such great deals? So this post is for them and the rest of you ladies who love to shop but loooove a bargain.

1. Consignment Shops/Thrift Stores: Based on what I am looking for, my first line of defense is always consignment shops or thrift stores. When looking for great deals on high end jeans or bags, I always shop here first. Usually, I can find very gently used or never used, jeans, bags, and shoes at the Junior League of Atlanta's Nearly New Shop. Check out my previous post on this fantastic thrift shop here. Junior League members, who are very posh and stylish women, donate tons of designer wear to this shop. The clothing is always in good shape and very reasonably priced. A $400.00 Bestsy Johnson bag sold for $75.00! Paper Denim and Cloth Jeans....$15.00. This is a MUST stop if you live in Atlanta. If not, check your local Junior League to see if they also have a thrift shop.

2. Discount Stores. My Second line of defense is discount stores that sell designer fashions for less. These stores include your Loehmann's, Sims, Ross, TJ MAXX, Marshalls, and Burlington Coat Factory. If I am looking for semi-formal or formal wear, cashmere, or shoes, I usually shop at Loehmann's. I shop at Ross if I am looking for dresses for myself or clothing for my son. I purchased my son several stylish but classic Ralph Lauren polo shirts at Ross for 13 bucks! You can't beat that! TJ MAXX and Marshalls are favorites for Jeans (True Religion Jeans at the TJ MAXX and Marshalls in Buckhead (Atlanta) usually go for $99.), suits, handbags, or high end bath and body products. Lastly, Burlington Coat Factory is excellent if you are looking for a high end but affordable coat or business suit. My favorite Burlington Coat Factory is located at Discover Mills Mall in Duluth, GA.

3. Department Stores and Speciality Stores. My last resort is Department Stores. Of course, If I am buying high end make-up or beauty products, I usually shop at Sephora or a Department Store. I like shopping for beauty products at Department Stores because they usually give you a gift with purchase. Love these! But I only shop at Department Stores for clothing or shoes if they are having a major sale.
For example, most Department Stores and speciality stores will have a couple of semi-annuals sales a year. This is a great time to get real bargains. Also, I shop at Nordstrom's for my Stuart Weitzman shoes. I discovered that Nordstroms will most likely have a sale on Stuart Weitzman's shoes that the boutique does not. In addition, I do frequent a couple of boutiques that I really like, but I have found that if I wait 2-3 weeks, an item I am in love with will usually go on sale. This is when I go in to swoop it up!

My motto is to never pay full price. Especially now that I have kids! LOL! And if you are not on a budget, effective discount shopping only gives you an opportunity to buy SO-MUCH-MORE!!!!

Toodles!