Who Doesn’t Love a Good Sale?

How about a new one every day? Wouldn’t that be nice? Well ladies (and gentlemen)…your dreams have come true! There are a ton of websites out there that introduce new sales EVERY DAY! It’s like an online trunk show. It’s also the best excuse to buy what you want…and not feel bad about it.

These sales include designer clothing, fine jewelry, home decor, beauty products, hotel packages and so much more! These are all more than 60% off retail price. All you have to do is sign up…and it’s FREE! Yes I said free. Weird, I know. Not something you hear every day, right?

I’m sure there are many more than these websites out there but here are the ones I belong to (so I can write about them with legitimacy): Gilt (which includes Gilt Groupe, Gilt Fuse, Gilt Man and Jetsetter), HautelookRue La La and Ideeli. The sales start at a certain time every day (depending on the specific website) and end [usually] within 48 hours. I’ve ordered some fabulous things from these websites and I couldn’t believe how much I saved. Some examples include an Elizabeth and James dress retailed at about $415 that I got on Gilt for less than $150 and a Free People dress retailed for about $150 that I got for less than $40 on Hautelook. How amazing is that?

So if you’re looking for some fabulous deals, check out these sites and sign up. Most of these work by invitation only which is cool because you can earn credit towards purchases when your friends sign up and make their first purchase!

Have you used any of these sites? Do you know about any others? Let me know. Always love to hear your thoughts!

Can’t Afford the Runway? Rent It.

One of the most fabulous inventions of our time…it’s not the iPhone (although I’m obsessed with mine)…it’s RENT THE RUNWAY. Ever look in your closet and feel you have nothing to wear for that special day coming up? Whether it by a cocktail party, a wedding, New Years Eve, a date night, or whatever you’re attending, Rent the Runway has a dress for you! The best part is…you don’t have to pay the retail price tag of these fabulous dresses. It’s like hitting the jackpot!

So, how does Rent the Runway work?

First, you sign up at www.renttherunway.com (totally free by the way) and start browsing. Browse by Designers, What’s New, Trends, Style or Occasion. Rental prices range from $50 to $200 (depending on the retail price/value of the dress). Pick the dress of your choice (and a second size, just in case, for free) and pick a second dress for $25 in case your first option doesn’t work. Enter your shipping zip code and the day you would like it to be delivered, and in just a few days…you will have the perfect dress for your special occasion or fabulous event. If you live in New York City, there’s a plus…you can get same day delivery!

From the moment I came across Rent The Runway, I thought this was the best idea anyone’s had since Project Runway. I mean seriously…when you own a fabulous dress, you wear it once anyway, right? Even my [knows-nothing-about-fashion] boyfriend came across an article about Rent The Runway and told me about it right away…he thought it was a great idea too! He was slightly disappointed when I told him I was already signed up for it, but when you’re as obsessed with fashion as I am, what do you expect? 🙂

Some of my personal favorites Rent The Runway carries include: ADAM, Alice & Olivia, Gryphon, Haute Hippie, Helmut Lang, and Proenza Schouler.

New Years Eve is coming up girls! If you don’t have an outfit (or even if you do) I highly suggest checking this out at www.renttherunway.com

Ever used Rent The Runway? Let me know your thoughts. Even if you haven’t, I want your opinion!