Last-Minute Sales on NYE Ensembles

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Monday, December 28th, 2009

Good morning, shoppers! Here’s hoping you all had a terrific holiday weekend with all of those who you love most — and that you enjoyed Sally’s posts as much as I did last week. Just in case you’re excited for the next big holiday celebration coming up this Thursday but nowhere near what you’d call “prepared for it” in terms of your wardrobe, here a few special offers that may just wow you:

First of all, the After-Holiday Sale at Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets is going on now through Sunday, Jan. 3. Some stores you’ll definitely want to visit for some festive frocks and accessories: BCBG Max Azria (featuring 30 to 70 percent savings store-wide), Kate Spade (offering 30 percent off each shopper’s entire purchase), Maidenform (offering 50 percent off select bras, plus additional savings on shapewear and underwear). Note: All stores are open until 9 p.m. through Wednesday, until 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.

Then again, if you’re forced to shop online, no worries, you’ll also find oodles of outstanding options. Check out the incredible designer dresses available on shopbop.com, for starters. You’ll also want to explore the beautiful bounty at cusp.com and at nicolemiller.com, which is now offering free express shipping through noon on Wednesday.

Looking for even bigger bargains? Arden B is offering 30 percent off select dresses plus $2 2-Day Shipping online.

As for shoes to complete your lovely look, you should have no problem finding hard-to-resist, absolutely stunning stilettos all over the place. I especially suggest exploring endless.com (featuring many styles now offered at up to 45 percent off plus free overnight shipping), theshoehive.com (yes, the Alexandria gem now offers online shopping) and Neiman Marcus and neimanmarcus.com (prepare to drool!).

Finally, for a cool clutch to carry all of your essentials, feast your eyes on the sale merchandise at Laurenmerkin.com.

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Spectacular Fourth of July Savings

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

Gearing up for all of the holiday shopping specials? Here’s your go-to guide!

In no particular order …

Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets are having a July 4th Summer Sale through Monday. Save 25 to 65 percent at stores like Ann Taylor, BCBG Max Azria, Coach, DKNY, Kate Spade, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lacoste, Pottery Barn and Williams & Sonoma.

Of course, area Macy’s stores are in on the sweet sale action, too. You’ll save 25 to 80 percent through July 5 with an All-Day Savings Pass.

Looking for formal wear or a wedding dress for the summer? Make sure to stop by the Priscilla of Boston trunk show in Tysons Corner, which lasts through July 6. Also in Tysons, Nicole Miller stunners are now marked up to 60 percent off. (Another FYI, Nicole Miller fans: It’s still not too late to enter the designer’s contest for a $1,000 shopping spree.)

If you plan to hit up The Attic at Hysteria, which, per usual, has massive discounts on designer clothes, bags and accessories, don’t leave Alexandria before checking out the sale items at Silver Parrot Jewelry Boutique, too.

And, don’t forget to include nearby Arlington in your plans, as well, as Farinelli’s 4th of July sale is a must! Save 65 percent on spring/summer fashions and 50 percent on denim in-store, as well as online with the codes “FOURTHOFJULY” and “FOURTHOFJULYDENIM”.

Yet another store calling your name  … Lord & Taylor is offering 20 to 30 percent off their online selection; that’s with the code “JULY4″.  And, don’t forget about  swimwear savings of up to 50 percent! Plus, here’s a coupon for 20 percent off in-store merchandise.

Are shoes and accessories what you’re after? You can save 30 percent on Steve Madden shoes and bags plus ship them for free with the code “SPIN30″ until July 5.  And, just a little heads-up: Stylish heels like the trufle come in a variety of summer colors.

If only the top designers will do, here’s a real treat: Save 40 percent off already-reduced Cusp merchandise in stores, plus receive free shipping on any Cusp.com order with the code “CUSPFS”.  Likewise, save 60 percent on clothing from the Saks Fifth Avenue during the designer sale.

Then again, if you’re hoping to find some fabulous deals on furniture, consider Frontgate. You can receive $50 off the website’s Zen Conversational Seating Furniture collection, including outdoor furnishings and pool essentials.

Could the kiddos use some cool new clothes? The American Eagle Outfitter’s summer collection is up to 70 percent off, and shipping is free all week online.

And, don’t forget about the many semi-annual sales going on now, too. A few great examples:  This season’s essentials from South Moon Under are 50 percent off.  And, Bath and Body Works is offering “buy three, get three free” on their signature collection of fragrances, as well as free hand sanitizer with any in-store purchase.

Still, that’s not all. Feel free to share the scoop on any of your favorite holiday bargains!

And, for insight on our region’s best July4th fireworks, food deals and more, make sure to consult our official Fourth of July Guide.

–Kaitlyn Miller

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