Retail Therapy Night at Ideeli

Nicole Miller dress $49.99 (Reg. $385)

Calvin Klein dress $24.99 (Reg. $138)

Tonight Ideeli is having their Retail Therapy event. This event pops up every so often. What's great about these events is that Ideeli picks several categories and lumps in a ton of designers in that category. Ideeli then further marks down their already super low prices. Tonight they're featuring dresses, shoes and accessories. However, please remember this is a members only site. If you need an invite, click on the title link.

Kohl's Super Sale

I have a secret love. That love is Kohl's. I seriously love Kohl's. You can get all kinds of things at one place plus in the clothing department Kohl's is stepping up with big names like Vera Wang and Rock n' Republic. My secret to shopping there is I just avoid the frumpy section like the plague (the place in Kohl's where they still sell mom jeans and huge Christmas sweaters with lights that actually work). Anywhere I can buy great jeans, towels super cheap, and my morning K-cup fix all at the same time has my seal of approval. Kohl's is doing their winter clearance sale right now. Their clearance prices are already marked down but you can get an extra 40% off with no coupon code online or coupon in the store. Plus you can use your Kohl's cash from their last round of offers and there is a vaild "Yes Pass" for an additional 20% off of that (Coupon code: BEMINE20 for 20% off $100 or more or Coupon code: BEMINE15 for 15% off of all orders under $100). But, wait, there's more! Get free shipping on orders over $100. I may just go into savings overload!

Ann Taylor Sweater Sale

I love Ann Taylor. I know, I'm not in the "age group" that REALLY loves Ann Taylor (*cough* I'm not over 40 *cough*) but the great thing about Ann Taylor is that they have very tailored basics that I can mix in with my trendier (*cough* younger *cough*) pieces and really have an outfit with style. My only issue with Ann Taylor is the regular price for their items. For example a pair of slacks for the office will hit your your pocket book like a one ton brick (regular price pants are about $100). For the same price I can buy a pair of my beloved designer jeans on sale. However, Ann Taylor makes really GOOD clothes. The pieces you get there are really quality items that last years and the styling in their basic pieces don't go out of style (I have sweaters I bought 5 years ago that look brand new and I could still wear if I was still wearing that size clothing). At any rate, Ann Taylor is FINALLY doing their sweater clearance. Right now you can get all of their sale sweaters for an additional 50% off. No code needed!

Free Pants

Bright Denim Skinny Jeans $59.95

New York and Company is having their annual pants event right now. The deal is buy one pair of pants and get the second one free. They also have a two coupons available: $40 off of $90 (promo code: 2065) and $20 off of $50 (promo code: 2066). These coupons are not valid for the pants event but, you can use them to put together some great new outfits with your new pants!

Hot Sale on Cool UGG's

UGG Clovis $119.99 (Reg. $200)

UGG Dakota $59.90 (Reg. $100)

UGG Laela Sparkles $65.99 (Reg. $110)

UGG Latice Cardy $84.99 (Reg. $140)

UGG Hartley $164.99 (Reg. $275)

I know, I know! You've seen too many little girls running around in UGGs and shorts in the middle of summer and now you think UGGs are not for you. However, once you get your feet into a pair of these shoes you may never take them off. UGGs range from the classic stovepipe to boot to tennis shoes and even heels. Most are lined with their super comfy sheepskin material that just feel like you're in your slippers all day (in fact they make several styles of slippers that can pass as actual shoes so you can wear your slippers all day!). I personally own the Cardy style UGG that I can convert from a short boot to a tall one. Right now 6pm.com is running a great sale on UGGs. The prices are similar to outlet pricing and if you don't live near an outlet then this will be a treat for you. These will sell out super fast so hurry on over!

Valentine's Day + Tools = Happy Man

Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set $199 (Reg $299)

If your guy is anything like my husband then they LOVE tools (sometimes almost more than he loves you!). And, if he's a toolophile then he likes Craftsman because a. they're a well known brand (never let a guy say he's not into brand names because its a lie) b. if the tool ever breaks he can return it to Sears for a brand new one due to the lifetime warranty and c. Craftsman has pretty much every basic and specialty tool you could ever need or want. Right now Shop Your Way Rewards Members (sign up online if you haven't already) are being given 5-20% off sale, clearance, and regular prices during Sears Friends and Members Event. In store just present your members card to save, online just use your member's ID and promo code MEMBERS2. Besides that Sears is running an additional sale for up to 30% off mechanics tools and tool storage. So ladies, shop on and go get yourself a happy man!

Your Brows are Going to Benefit!

Benefit Cosmetics always comes up with great add-on makeup (by add-on I mean super great items that aren't basics like foundation, eyeshadow, lipstick). I don't prefer their basic cosmetic lines but, I do love their items like Hula Bronzer, Boi-ing Concealer, and Dandelion Face Brightening powder. I could go without these items but, they add a great natural quality to my makeup. At any rate, they've done it again with their new shade of High Brow pencil in Glow. I'm always looking for the perfect way to highlight my brows (when done correctly it makes my eyes seem brighter and less squinty) and this is an easy and smudge proof way to do it. Plus, at $20 and the idea of a little goes a long way this is an item that won't break the bank either. This item is definitely going into my must-have makeup bag.

Repay your School by Shopping - Upromise!

If you haven't heard of Upromise now is the time to find about it. Upromise is a great way to pay back a little more of your school loans by doing the things you do every day like going out to eat, getting gas, buying groceries and shopping online. It's free to set up an account and all you have to do is register your rewards cards and credit cards that you use to shop and not only will you get points when you shop at your favorite retailers through the Upromise website you'll also get points when you're tooling around doing your everyday tasks out in the real world. Upromise keeps track of your earnings for a full quarter (that's 3 months in regular person speak) and then will either pay off your current loan or put the money into a college savings account for you or your children (or future children for you super planners). You can also pool accounts with your friends and family and get them to help you pay off your loans by shopping! It's like earning money on your money (and your friends and family's money)!

Drink Up!

Francis Coppola Petite Sirah

BevMo has it's annual 5 cent wine sale going on now. BevMo can really make you look like a wine connoisseur (even if you're not!) by categorizing their wines by critics ratings. So you can buy really great brands to take over to your wine snob friend's house and not be worried that the bottle will sit in the back of their wine cellar gathering dust and turning to vinegar.  Plus, you can order online!

20% off on Philosophy at Drugstore.com

Take care of your best asset, your skin. Now, get 20% off on all Philosophy products at Drugstore.com now while supplies last. Philosophy offers a range of products that moisturize skin to keep it looking young and fresh. Their products also reduce the harsh dyes and perfumes that are found in other skin care lines. If you have sensitive skin and are worried that using a moisturizer will cause break-outs worry no more! Take it from a girl with acne-prone skin, Philosophy is gentle and won't mess with your skin.

Crazy Sale on Sweaters at Ann Taylor Loft

So, if you shop like I do, you know that a sweater at Ann Taylor Loft can run $50 or more. Right now the Loft is having a sale on their sale sweaters (meaning they've further reduced all of their sale sweaters). Some are as low as $14.88 and include some great basic pieces that will fill in several of your wardrobe gaps. Happy Shopping!

Urban Decay - Great Deals!

Sparkling Body Powder $9 (Reg. $29)

Glide On Eyeliner $12 (Reg. $34)

Haute Look (a member's only site) is having a 2 day sale on a selection of Urban Decay cosmetics. Some of the best deals they have is on a 24/7 Glide On Shadow Pencil Set for $12 and Sparkling Body Powder for $9. If you're not already a member, click on the title link for an invite.

Citizens of Humanity Denim Deal

Avendon Slick Skinny $109 (Reg $209)

Amber Bootcut $99 (Reg $198)

Haute Look (a members only site) is having a 2 day sale on Citizens of Humanity Denim. Go now before they're all sold out in your size. Use the title link to get an invite if you're not already a member. I've included a small sampling of what they're selling.

Old Navy Savings

Women's Cap Sleeve Dress 24.94

Women's Chambray Shirt: $26.94

For one more day you can get 25% off (or 30% if you use your Old Navy credit card) on your entire purchase. Old Navy always has great stuff on sale that can be used for the current season and beyond as well as new trends to update your tired, old wardrobe. Here are a few of my favorites from their current "IT" list.

Beauty.com Freebie

Now when you spend $10 or more you get a free full-size LaVanilla Lavender lip shine and a mini LaVanilla Blackberry perfume. I actually own the Blackberry perfume and it’s AWESOME! Offer expires February 16^th.

Brand Name Band Wagon

Rock n Republic Berlin Skinny Jeans for Kohl's $80

Rock n Republic Dip Dyed Dolman Top $36

Rock n Republic Twill Embellished Blazer $90

Rock n Republic Feather Racerback Tank $36

Rock n Republic Foil Top $52

Rock n Republic Platform Heels $74.99

Rock n Republic Platform Wedges $74.99

Kohl’s is now jumping on the brand name band wagon and following Target's lead. Rock and Republic Jeans is set to debut it’s lower price collection at Kohl’s on February 15^th. However, if you’re one of their MVC’s (Most Valuable Customer) you can have access to it now. There is a full line for women including their signature jeans as well as tops, dresses, and blazers. Men have access to a more limited selection of shirts, jeans, and jackets. However, there is also a shoe line for both men and women. Prices are more reasonable than the high-end designer collection but, jeans are still going to run around $80. I’ve included a small taste of the collection. Get them before they’re gone!

The Way to a Man's Heart

My mother always said that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. The old adage definitely proves to be true during any major holiday, especially on Valentine's Day (for all you forgetful people out there it's in less than 2 weeks away). I always want to send my husband something he'll actually like but, most of the options out there are floral arrangements or something pink. That would definitely be something he wouldn't like! Mrs. Field's cookies is running a special (15% off!) for the next 2 days on cookie arrangements for Valentine's Day. Run over to Mrs. Field's and send your guy something he'll really like too. No coded needed.

Travel Cheap with Travel Zoo

Travel Zoo is a great site to find interesting travel options for super cheap. You can find trips that are all-inclusive (air, hotel, meals) for one very low price to exotic locales. Right now you can get an escorted trip to Cuba for $1899 per person (http://www.travelzoo.com/top20/70762302-1180996/), a room at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for $79 that includes upgrades and cocktails (http://www.travelzoo.com/top20/70762302-1180330/) or an all-inclusive Cabo getaway with air for $649 per person (http://www.travelzoo.com/top20/70762302-1180664/). These deals won't last. Go get your travel on!

Ping Shark Update

Dreamhost Coupon

Hot, Hot Tools (for your Hair)

Ulta is one of those stores that I sometimes forget about. However, they always seem to have what I call "the in-between" products. Meaning, items I can't find at the local CVS or Rite-Aid and items that I don't want to pay the price Sephora is demanding. Ulta also has regular 20% off coupons which they offer while they run other sales (almost unheard of in retail).

Right now Ulta is offering all of their Hot Tools hair tools for 20% off plus they have a coupon for an additional 20% (Coupon Code 63184) off on top. Hot Tools is not the most sought after brand of hair tools however, they do heat up to a high temperature, offer options that only the really high-end hair tools offer (you know the ones I'm talking about, T3, CHI and other super expensive brands) like professional style cords, and in my experience they seem to last for quite a while.

Get 'em while they're hot!

Boots Made for Walkin'

One of my favorite membership sites is Ideeli. The only way to get access to Ideeli deals is to have a member invite you (you can use my link to sign up: www.ideeli.com/invite/) The registration is free and you get access to tons of designer goods for you, your man, your kid, and your home. Plus they have great travel deals every week.
Today they've got boots for crazy cheap. Here are some of my favorites:

Me Too - Suede Dalia: Reg. $139, sale $49.99

Boutique 9 - Beechia: Reg. $199, sale $54.99

Juicy Couture - Laura: Reg. $325, sale $119.99

Pour La Victoire - Laisha: Reg. $300, sale $99,99

Angry Shoppers Out and About

Every so often I'll see a story in the news that makes me smile. Since this site is dedicated to all the other Angry Shoppers out there I'd like to re-post this one from the Chicago Sun-Times:

"A shopper struck back at the man who tried to rob her in the parking lot of a Joliet Wal-Mart, driving after him and hitting him with her car before he got away, police said.

Joliet police Cmdr. Al Roechner said the woman had just finished putting groceries into her silver Pontiac about 10 p.m. at the store at 2424 W. Jefferson St. when Byron J. Adams, 31, of Joliet approached her and demanded her purse.

When she said she didn’t have one Adams took out a handgun, but the woman ignored him and started to drive away, Roechner said. The woman apparently got angry, though, and decided to chase after Adams with her car, Roechner said.

She succeeded in hitting him, but he was able to run away. He was unarmed when he was found nearby, and he did not require medical treatment, Roechner said. He was charged with armed robbery."

I absolutely believe that this woman was fiercely guarding her designer purse that she got at a 90% off sale. I might have run him over too! Lesson #1: Never a touch a woman's discounted purse.

Book Nook - What I'm Reading Now

So I really like books. But, unfortunately I don't always have time to find my own books so I read pretty much whatever my friends throw at me. Right now they're very much into the vampire and werewolf craze. So the latest series that I'm reading is the Black Dagger Brotherhood series by J.R. Ward.
Ward puts a new spin on the vampire tale by creating a new back story for the vampire race complete with their own society, religion and rules. The vampires are also no threat to humans as they need to feed from other vampires in order to survive. However, the vampires still aren't safe. They're being hunted by an evil group of undead called The Lessening Society. But, the vampires fight back with a warrior group called the Black Dagger Brotherhood who hunts The Lessening Society in order to protect the vampire race. The Black Dagger Brotherhood is made up of a small group of large (6'7" at least), beautiful (as in model), deeply damaged (psychotic, celibate, burning hands, etc.) men. Each book focuses on one of it's member and their journey to love.
Right now I'm reading Book #5 - Lover Unbound. I'm completely enthralled in these books due, in no small part, to the hot and steamy romances between each of the vampires and their chosen woman. Can you hear me swooning?

Teenage Corner - Super SMASH

OK, so I personally don't have kids but I have lots of girlfriends that do (bless their saintly souls). However, one thing that all young girls have in common is the need to document their daily lives (why do you think they market Diaries almost exclusively to teenage girls?). At any rate, several of my friends complain that they're constantly missing common supplies like tape, or markers, etc. Here's a novel idea, get a SMASH kit for your unruly teenager. K&Co has created a great product that definitely appeals to the teenage girl's desire to document their lives in a customizable format. SMASH journals come in a variety of colors and have tons of accessories for your teenager to save all their small mementos or to keep a journal without being the same as everyone else. They're available at Michael's, Joann's or your local craft chain store.

Stella & Dot - Spot On

So, I guess I should forewarn you...I'm not a fan of the shopping party. Partly because I actually have to go somewhere and partly because once you get me there I'm inclined to buy far too much stuff (in other words I'm a home party sales consultant's dream). Plus these things just make me cranky because I'm generally thinking to myself (or at least muttering very quitely so as not interupt the highly fascinating sales presentation) that the stuff I'm seeing is either junk, overpriced or both. However, after that incredibly long preface, I've discovered a party I would willing go to and would happily buy too much stuff. Stella & Dot. They have fantasticly fun jewelry for both women and little girls at prices that I can tolerate. They also have sales on their website but, then you'd miss out on the vegetable platter and foamy punch.