Holiday Gift with Purchase Deals!

The Holidays are a great time to buy cosmetics and fragrances because retailers and manufacturers go crazy with the awesome gift with purchase deals and special holiday sets!

Nordstrom currently has a big 20 piece gift with $150 beauty or fragrance purchase.

20 piece gift with $150 purchase

Some highlights for me are the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and Mario Badescu cream.  There are a few items that are 1 oz which is pretty good sized for a sample!

Macy's is running a special for their 1 day sale.  Get a 2 piece luggage set with an $80 fragrance purchase.

Lord and Taylor is doing 10% off all cosmetics as part of their Friends & Family sale.  Shipping is free on orders of $49+.  

Bloomingdales is running a Scent Event.  With a $100 womens fragrance purchase receive a pair of CZ earrings or with an $85 mens fragrance purchase receive a a money clip.

Nordstrom Designer Finale Sale Starts November 27th!

Why hello and long time no see!  I wanted to give you a quick update on a big event that is happening soon... the Nordstrom Designer Finale (read: clearance sale!).  The sale starts on Wednesday, November 27th this year.

Every November, Nordstrom will clear out its high end designer merchandise in womens shoes, handbags and the Via C department.  You can score AMAZING high end merchandise at 40% off.

There are a ton of beautiful handbags that I am totally coveting.

Marc Jacobs is known for his beautiful quilted handbags.  This one is so classic and would go with any outfit.

Marc Jacobs - Baroque Sandy (Sale: $374.98)

This blush color is to die for.  And the patterned studs... I die.

Marc Jacobs - Baroque Studs Single Large (Sale: $1409.98)

I am a sucker for crossbody bags.  I'm loving the size and shape of this one.

Marc Jacobs - Wellington Large Fulton (Sale: $809.98)

The bow on these pumps is absolutely adorable.  There is a pretty great selection in sizes too... unfortunately mine is sold out. :-(

Salvatore Ferragamo - Rietta Pump (Sale: $344.98)

Are you looking for anything specific for this sale?  Which designer's section will you be stalking?  Clearly I'm a MJ fan... :-)

Nordstorm Half-Yearly Sale for Women and Kids starts today!

The Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale for Women and Kids starts this morning both online and in stores!

There are always tons of great finds of end of season Fall merchandise available.  I have found some great sale items in lingerie and shoes in the past.  There have also been sweaters that I can still wear throughout the cool Pacific NW Spring as well.

What are you shopping for today?

Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sales are Coming Up!

The Nordstrom Half-Yearly sales are coming up!

The sale for Women and Kids departments starts Wednesday, November 6th.  The sale for Mens departments starts on December 25th online and December 26th in store.

The sale will have end of season Fall merchandise.  I always find a few great pairs of shoes at this event for me.  This year, I'll be shopping for new shoes for my little girl as she's finally started walking.

I'll post great finds as I see them online and in stores!

Nordstrom Semi-Annual Shoe Clearance!

It's the semi-annual shoe clearance at Nordstrom!  Shoes are up to 40% off for this sale and there are a ton of new markdowns.

For your small footed ladies, there are some Attilio Giusti Leombruni (AGL's) for 40% off... that is less than the Anniversary Sale pricing!  Sizing is quite limited, as to be expected and they are going fast!  I already saw a pair that I was interested in sell out.

AGL Toe Cap Ballet Flat ($178.80)

AGL Skimmer ($191.98)

AGL Belt Pump ($206.98)

There are also a bunch of cute Kate Spade New York shoes that just got marked down as well. Unfortunately the one I was hoping for isn't part of the sale (the Carmelita in case you're wondering!).  But these are pretty cute!  Also, there are a lot more sizes available in each shoe for KSNY than for the AGLs.

Kate Spade New York Tock ($118.80)

Kate Spade New York Billie Pump ($206.98)

Kate Spade New York Lucie Espadrille ($166.80)

The "Duchess" loves Aquatalia by Marvin K. booties and these ones looks like they would be perfect for the Fall wet weather.  I wonder if that's also the reason behind the name "Royal"... Hmm?  They also are rated incredibly highly at 5* with 73 people contributing!  These also come in 2 widths (B and C) which is great for people with slightly wider feet.

Aquatalia by Marvin K. Royal Weatherproof Bootie ($298.49)

What do you have your eye on for the Shoe Clearance?  Will you be picking up any new shoes?

New Online Exclusives

Well it looks like there are new online exclusives EVERY DAY throughout the sale!  I guess it will keep us coming back for more :-)

Here are a few of the things that look interesting.

Michael Kors 'Gia' Ostrich Leather Clutch
Sale: $299.90
After sale: $450.00

This clutch looks really gorgeous.  I really love the hardware detail on it!  The orange color is an online exclusive with brown and purple also being available as part of the sale.  There is also a python version that isn't part of the sale but looks amazing!

Joan & David 'Delsa' Pump
Sale: $109.90
After sale: $169.95

I really like the python detail on this pump.  I've tried other Joan & David shoes before and they were really comfortable too!  Looks like the red color is an online exclusive.  Black, blue and nude are also available.

butter LONDON 'Lips & Tips' Set
Beauty Exclusive: $25.00
$51 Value

I've heard great things about the butter LONDON brand.  I really like that nail polish color on the left.  Its described as a cross of mauve and nude.

bareMinerals 'Fresh Glow' Face Kit
Beauty Exclusive: $25.00
$56 Value

Tons of people swear by their bareMinerals products.  This looks like a great kit with a natural looking blush and finishing powder for the face and a lipgloss.

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is now public!

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is now open to the public!

As a card holder, I had access to the sale early so I've already most of my shopping but I stopped by the site to see if there was anything else I wanted to order and I noticed there are a few things that are marked "New Today"!  I didn't realize they held a few items back from the presale.  Here are a few of the things I found.  It sounds like they might have something new for each day of the sale, so check back daily to see what is new!

Kate Spade Tilda Pump
Sale: $179.90
After Sale: $278.00

These pumps are really cute! I am debating whether or not I should order.  I already ordered the Coach wedge pump which is kind of a similar open toe, wedge with patent leather.  Hmm... what to do :-)

Michael Kors 'Tilda' Large Saffiano Leather Tote
Sale: $198.90
After Sale: $298.00

Funny enough, this other new item for today is also called "Tilda"... wonder if that is just a coincidence? :-)  I really like the structured look of this tote and that metal detailing at the top.

Frye 'Brooke Speedy' Leather Satchel, Small
Sale: $218.90
After sale: $328.00

This Frye satchel is an online exclusive, so its not something you will be able to find in store.  It's not really my style but Frye is such a hot brand right now!

Vince Camuto Ceramic & Steel Pyramid Bracelet Watch 
Sale: $233.90
After sale: 350.00

Two tone watches are so *in* right now and I've seen some real beauties out there.  I love the classic watch face this one has with the roman numerals and the swarovski crystals seem to add a nice touch of bling.

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star 'Collar Studs' Sneaker
Sale: $45.90
After sale: $69.95

Again, these are an online exclusive and not really my style, but they are super popular!  The stud detail is also really on trend right now.

Born 'Roxie' Boot
Sale: $159.90
After sale: $239.95

Born shoes are known for their exceptional comfort!  I've also seen other Born shoes in store and they look really well made, though not always the most trendy.

Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss Favorites and Mini Everything Mascara
Beauty Exclusive: $58.00
Value of $85

This is a Beauty Exclusive set of three full size glosses and a mini sized mascara.  I love Bobbi Brown's makeup... the colors always work really well for my skintone.