Posts Tagged ‘Crate & Barrel’
Holiday Gift Guide: Enticing Ideas for the Entertainer
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, December 6th, 2011
Hello there, shoppers! If you’re excited to go holiday shopping but armed with less than ample ideas, you’re not alone. If only everyone would be forthcoming with their wish lists, right? Santa has it so easy with everyone being so specific — minus all that travel and the length of his list, I suppose.
At any rate, fret no more. Help is here. Inspiration shall abound. Your friends at SWAG have done all the homework so you don’t have to. Each weekday today through Dec. 13, score ideas for absolutely everyone on your list!
Today:
Enticing Ideas for the Entertainer
Have a friend or family member who could give Martha Stewart or “Barefoot Contessa” a run for her money? Someone who is always throwing a bash and doing so with class? Buying — or if you’re really daring (or are more artistic than moi), making — the party perfecter a gift can be especially daunting because you really, really want to deliver. Fortunately, we found more than a few gifts that could do just that — and for far less than what you’d expect. What follows are some of the standouts.
*Also check out, if you haven’t already, some of my top picks for the host and hostess as found in the November issue of Northern Virginia Magazine.
What: 10 x 14 Slate Cheese Board
(Photo courtesy of Red Barn Mercantile)
Why: First of all, how fun and versatile is this? Your favorite entertainers should also enjoy it because they can take less time explaining which cheeses they picked and more time partying themselves. The bonus: It’s dishwasher-safe!
Where to Get It: Alexandria’s Red Barn Mercantile
What It’ll Cost You: $35
What: Cocktail Napkin Box by Mariposa
(Photo courtesy of The Nest Egg)
Why: If your dearest party perfecter is especially anal retentive about keeping the ol’ table display neat, including those oh-so-easily disheveled napkins, this attractive gift could be especially appreciated. Even if he or she is more low-key, there’s always the question as to where is best to fan the napkins; this solves it fast. After all, there are cocktails around which to wrap said napkins.
Where to Get It: The Nest Egg at Fairfax Corner
What It’ll Cost You: $44
What: Peruvian Pottery
(Photo courtesy of Valerianne)
Why: This special line of handmade Peruvian pottery is hand-cast using clay from the Andes Mountains and is microwave-, dishwasher- and oven-safe! Choose a unique gift for your favorite dinner party-loving entertainer from a full range of place settings, serving pieces and table accessories.
Where to Get It: Vienna’s Valerianne
What It’ll Cost You: Water pitcher shown is $61; set of three glasses, $53.
What: Bar Games Drink Coasters
(Photo courtesy of Sur La Table)
Why: Even the host with the most likes to sit back and allow his friends lead the fun from time to time. These coasters/bar games will help them with that enjoyable endeavor.
Where to Get It: Sur La Table at Tysons Galleria
What It’ll Cost You: $12.95
What: Jingle Bell Wine Charms (Set of 10)
(Photo courtesy of Crate & Barrel)
Why: Not only is it party season; it’s flu season. If your favorite entertainer and other friends get sick, that stops the celebrations — and fast. These festive wine charms help keep everyone out of the sick wing and center stage at all the season’s can’t-miss soirees.
Where to Get It: Crate & Barrel
What It’ll Cost You: $12.95 (makes a nice stocking stuffer or accompaniment to a nice bottle of vino)
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
Shoppers: A Chance to Win a $100,000 “Ultimate” Wedding
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011
(Crate & Barrel)
Engaged to be married?
Have all the details of your love story etched into your brain?
Have a solid idea of what would make up your perfect wedding?
Able to visualize your dream home?
If you just answered, “Check, check, check, check,” and register for gifts at Crate & Barrel, you could win a $100,000 ultimate wedding arranged by celebrity wedding planner Yifat Oren.
Just hurry and enter the contest by March 31 to be eligible to kick it like Costner, Kevin Costner!
Good luck!
–Natalie Kaar
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
Acne Fearless Jacket, regularly $560, now $280 (openingceremony.com)
Hello there, shoppers! Whether you love the summer heat or hate it, there’s nothing not to love about summer sales. This means you’re really in for a treat today.
Love designer apparel? Today is the last day of the Last Call Sale at Neiman Marcus online, where you can save an extra 25 percent off sale prices. Enough said. You’ll also want to check out the Opening Ceremony Sale, online as well, featuring up to 70 percent savings on labels including Band of Outsiders, Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler.
Have skincare on the brain given all of the time you’ve been spending in the sun and humidity? Skinstore.com is offering 20-percent savings with the code “FAIR20″ right now.
Noticing lately that your casual wear is looking a bit too casual thanks to lots of washing and wearing? Today is the last day to save 30 percent online at Banana Republic, Gap or Old Navy with the code “SAVE30.” You’ll also score free shipping on orders of $100 or more. Plus, Calvin Klein is offering special savings on all kids apparel today, up to 40 percent off shirts, shorts, denim and more online.
Busy dreaming of shoes, shoes, shoes? Steve Madden is currently offering a 30-percent discount on new fall styles online plus free shipping.
Hoping to make an update to your bedroom sometime soon? Crate & Barrel is offering 20 percent off all new bedding styles from Marimekko of Finland through Aug. 1.
Finally, have you been thinking your work wardrobe could use a little lift? The Limited is offering $50 off $150 purchases, $30 off $100 purchases and $15 off $50 purchases in stores and online (with code 668) through Aug. 8 – plus 30 percent off all cardigans.
Sale, sale away!
– Natalie Kaar
Ps. Don’t forget you can still buy a voucher today to save 50 percent on dining at Velocity Five, thanks to Specialicious!
Serious Sales, Fresh Finds, A Terrific Teen Modeling Opp and More
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Ella Moss Topanga Eyelet Halter Bikini (southmoonunder.com)
Hello there, shoppers! Wasn’t it refreshing to step out sans umbrella today? Well, here’s to the day getting even better! Yup, today’s certainly not just another boring Tuesday. Instead, the day brings us an absolutely incredible assortment of shopping sweetness!
First of all, as I mentioned last week, The District Sample Sale is this evening! For those of you attending, have a bargain-filled blast! While I’d love to join you, I’ll be busy packing — and shopping for a new swimsuit, for the second night in a row. Tonight’s goal: to find one fabulous, figure-flattering suit at South Moon Under, which is currently offering 20 percent off all swimwear and swim accessories! Have sand and surf on the top of your mind, too? Stop into the Clarendon or Reston store soon or score the special savings online with the code “SWIM20.”
Speaking of swimwear, does the thought of putting a suit on post-Snowmageddon skin frighten you a tad? Me too. Fortunately, skinstore.com is offering 20-percent savings on top self-tanners, exfoliants and other skincare wonders with the code “SPRING20″ through March 29!
Then again, if your abode is the thing that could use a little extra attention, you’re in luck as well. Vienna’s oh-so-fabulous Valerianne has added all sorts of new linens, gifts, and accessories to their luxurious array. Also, calvinklein.com is currently offering a 50-percent discount on all rugs, and Crate & Barrel is offering free in-home delivery on $1,500-and-up furniture purchases through March 28.
And, finally, if you know a teen who would love to be the face of a major fashion brand and would appreciate earning some major cash for college, Aeropostale’s Real Teens 2010 Contest may be her/his ticket!
Enjoy! Happy shopping!
Ps. In not so-happy-shopping news, French Connection announced yesterday that they’ll be closing up to 17 U.S. stores. No announcements have been made about the Pentagon City location, so we’ll just have to wait and see.
Bargains That May Beat the Big Ball Drop
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, December 30th, 2009
One of the fabulous party dresses now on a 25-percent-off sale at TREAT through 12/31.
Good morning, shoppers! As if you weren’t already distracted enough thinking about your plans for tomorrow night, here is a whole slew of absolutely sensational sales to make your already happy Hump Day even happier. I’m talking sales so good that they could make a girl giddy — sans a hangover the next morning.
The local boutique deals first …
Anna-Kate’s Closet (in Arlington): The kiddie couture store is offering 60 to 75 percent off winter items to make room for spring stunners — open today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hysteria (in Alexandria): New Year’s Day only, the designer apparel gem is offering an extra 10 percent off everything in the store from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shopfarinellis.com (sale on web only): Through New Year’s Day, the hip Clarendon clothing store is offering amazing discounts online; they’ve extended their After Christmas Sale.
South Moon Under (in Arlington and Reston, plus online): For a limited time, during their Semi Annual Sale, up to 50-percent discounts are being offered at the ultra-cool South Moon Under stores and online on everything from apparel to accessories and home items.
TREAT (in Alexandria): This fabulous designer sample sale store is offering an additional 25 percent off all party dresses and clutches through tomorrow. For store hours, click the store link.
And the big guys …
Bloomingdales (in stores and online): Bloomies is still hosting their After Christmas Sale, featuring 30- to 50-percent savings through Jan. 3.
Calvinklein.com: All sheet sets are now being offered at up to 20 percent off regular prices.
Crate & Barrel (in stores and online): Clearance furniture in stores and online is now selling at 40 percent off regular prices while holiday items are being offered at up to 50-percent discounts.
Cusp (in stores and online): Already-reduced items are now selling at an additional 30 percent off, in stores and online.
Endless.com: There’s still time to order fabulous party shoes for NYE from this site; just place an order by 5 p.m. tonight.
Frontgate.com: The luxury home decor purveyor is having a Bed, Bath Spa Event, featuring up to $100 savings on items like this medical scale, regularly $299, and this Resort King sheet set, also regularly $299.
Luckybrandjeans.com: A number of casual-cool items from jeans to jewelry are still available at up to 50 percent off retail, and clearance items have been reduced an additional 25 percent.
Sephora.com: The beauty haven is offering the opportunity to save an extra 20 percent on sale items with the code “EXTRA” through tomorrow.
Skinstore.com: Premium beauty items like Kinerase and StriVectin are now selling at up to 20 percent off, but the sale ends soon.
Shopbop.com: The unbelievably awesome designer site is offering an additional 20-percent discount on sale merchandise with the code “EXTRA20″.
And, finally, ladies, it may be hard to believe, but you can now snag a Tod’s handbag at up to 50 percent off — only at Yoox.com!
Happy shopping!
NoVA Invited to Clear Out the Clutter to Assist Local Artisans
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
The Shirt by Joes Sexy Fit Western Pocket Plaid Top, $98 (southmoonunder.com)
Good morning, shoppers! Can you believe it’s the first official day of fall already? Time sure does fly, doesn’t it?
Actually, I bet you’ve been so busy lately that you haven’t had much time to clean out your abode, reassess all that you’ve accumulated and take stock of what to save and what to send elsewhere. And, that’s actually a good thing because now is the perfect time to do so.
This Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date: this Sunday, same hours) at the intersection of Commonwealth and Mount Vernon Avenues in Alexandria, Del Ray Artisans is holding its annual Yard Sale, and the group is accepting donations for it now. That’s just about anything from household goods to toys, books, artwork and supplies, furniture, etc. (just not non-designer clothing and broken items). If you have some things you’d like to donate, they may be dropped off at the gallery (2704 Mount Vernon Ave.) tomorrow, Sept. 23, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Good luck with your homework. Should you be successful, perhaps you’ll have room for some fabulous new fall buys! I hope so because below are just a few of today’s most tempting offers:
Receive 20 percent off on orders of $150 or more at southmoonunder.com before Sept. 30 with the code “FALL20″.
Score a free metallic Stephanie Johnson bag filled with beauty samples with any $75 or greater beauty purchase at saks.com and the code “MEGAWATT”. Also at Saks, receive a free Nanette Lepore necklace with a contemporary women’s purchase of $250 or more and the code “CONTEMP9″ while supplies last.
Bag a free gym bag with the purchase of Calvin Klein’s new men’s fragrance ckfree at calvinklein.com.
And, through Nov. 1, save up to 25 percent on Wusthof Gourmet open stock knives at Crate & Barrel.
Fantastic Sales, Both Local & Far-flung
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Tory Burch "Reva" Ribbon Canvas Tote; reg. $425, now $279 (Nordstrom.com)
Good morning, shoppers! As you may have noticed by now, sometimes the sale selection is just too good for me to not mention. And, today is one of those days.
In fact, if you’re in search of something special and you won’t settle for anything less than a bargain, you might want to whip out that card now. From sales at fabulous area boutiques to popular department stores and some of the hottest retail websites, there is just about absolutely no reason to pay full price.
Area Boutique Sales
Through this Saturday, June 20, Fredericksburg’s Simpatica is offering 20 percent off all cropped designer denim and shorts.
At James Clothiers, in Tysons Galleria, spring and summer merchandise is now selling for 30 to 50 percent off during the store’s 38th Anniversary Sale.
And, get a load of this: In celebration of Father’s Day, Clarendon’s Farinelli’s is offering 50 percent off almost everything in the store, and online with the code “father’sday09″, this Friday, June 19, through Sunday, June 21 (Father’s Day)!
Chain Sales
Crate & Barrel has slashed prices on select items in stores and online up to 50 percent.
At Gap stores and online, select seasonal merchandise for the whole family is now selling for 40 percent off original prices.
Select handbags (*drool*) and accessories are now marked up to 50 percent off at Nordstrom.
And, although the Friends & Family Sale is now over at Lord & Taylor, the chain keeps the discounts coming through Sunday, offering 20 percent off store-wide with this savings pass or the online code “SUMMER”.
Speaking of Friends & Family Sales, today is the last day to enjoy Kiehl’s Friends & Family Sale, which offers 20 percent off purchases of $45 or more with this in-store coupon or the code “FAMILY”.
Online-only Sales
Through the end of today, already-reduced Cole Haan handbags, shoes and accessories are selling at an extra 20 percent off at smartbargains.com.
And, at eluxury.com, sale designer apparel for both men and women is now an additional 50 percent off!
Outrageously Good Outlet Savings
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, May 20th, 2009
Hey there, shoppers! So sorry for the delay in posting today! After all, I have some sale news that has been extremely difficult to hold in while working on other projects. You see, as if outlet shopping weren’t already a superb option for deal hunters, Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets is raising the bargain bar even higher this weekend.
From this Friday, May 22, through next Monday, May 25, the popular outdoor outlet mall is offering extra discounts on top of their everyday savings of 25 to 65 percent, and the stores are also going to be open for longer than normal hours.
Here are the details:
Extended Hours at the Over 110 Stores:
Fri., May 22, and Sat., May 23: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sun., May 24: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Mon., May 25: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
A Few of the MOST AMAZING Sales
Bose: Factory Renewed Lifestyle V30 home theater systems for $2,299 — compare to new at $2,999 — and other great savings
Carter’s: Up to 60 percent off store-wide
Crate & Barrel: Up to 70 percent off original retail prices throughout the store
Kate Spade: 30 percent off all merchandise, plus the opportunity to enter to win a Hawaiian vacation
Le Creuset: Buy More and Save More Sale … buy $100, save 20 percent; buy $175, save 25 percent; buy $250, save 30 percent
Sunglass Hut: 30 percent off regular-priced purple label and Fendi sunglasses, plus 30 percent off Oakley women’s sunglasses
Tommy Hilfiger: 30 percent off Original Company Store prices store-wide
For all of the details, visit premiumoutlets.com/leesburg.
Sales Perfect for Starting Your Weekend
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Friday, May 15th, 2009
Happy Friday, shoppers! Whether your week went ultra-fast like mine did or it totally c-r-a-w-l-e-d, I bet you’re just about as happy as I am that it’s Friday! And, if you plan to celebrate the start of the weekend with a little shopping, you’re in luck. Scores of spectacular sales are ready and waiting!
Here are some of the highlights:
–Vix and Sofia by Vix swimsuits at southmoonunder.com are 20 percent off through Sunday, May 17 with the code “VIX20.”
–Outdoor furniture sets at Crate & Barrel are currently marked up to 20 percent off in stores.
–At 11 a.m. today, Michael-Michael Kors, Michael Kors Bedding and Lisa Curran will go on a MAJOR sale at ruelala.com. If you’re not a member yet, email me by 10:30 a.m. (natalie@northernvirginiamag.com), and I’ll send you an invite.
–As part of their Private Sale, lordandtaylor.com is offering 20 percent off regular and sale priced items with the code “PRIVATE.”
–InStyle’s new special Hair Issue can be snagged for $2 off the cover price with this coupon.
–Extraordinary gifts for grads and soon-to-be-married couples abound at Vienna’s Valerianne and are available for purchase at a 10 percent discount for first-time customers who mention “SWAG.”
–Photobooks are 10 percent off at shutterfly.com through Wednesday, May 20, with the code “SAVEONBOOKS.”
And, don’t forget about Matthew Williamson for H&M hitting stores this weekend!
Happy Shopping! Have a great weekend!
Ps. If you’re looking to buy some incredible artwork, look no further than Reston Town Center this weekend. The Northern VirginiaFine Arts Festival will fill the streets there both Saturday and Sunday. Oh, and stop by the Northern Virginia Magazine tent if you go for the chance to win amazing prizes and snag super deals on subscriptions! You’ll also find us at the Old Town Warrenton Spring Festival on Saturday!
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, April 9th, 2009
Good morning, shoppers! It’s almost Friday, and if that weren’t enough cause for celebration, alone, wait until you get a load of all of the stupendous (yeah, stupendous) sales being offered right now! You won’t know where to shop first, especially if you were pulling for the Tar Heels!
Without further ado … sales that are sure to put a little spring in your look, your home and your step:
At Cusp and cusp.com: Save as much as 65 percent on ready-to-wear clothing and accessories.
At Bath & Body Works and bathandbodyworks.com: Buy two, get one free on select C.O. Bigelow products; buy three signature collection products and get three free; score wallflowers for just $6; receive free shipping on a $60 purchase with code FREESHIP60 if shopping online.
At skinstore.com: Save 10 percent site-wide with code APR7 through April 13; save 20 percent on the following lines: Belli, Bieux Skin BioNaturals, Caudalie Paris, Coola, Spa Ritual and Whish with code NATURAL.
At Nordstrom.com: Save up to 40 percent on select spring apparel; receive free shipping on any shoe order with the code SHOES through April 13.
At Crate & Barrel and crateandbarrel.com: Spend $250 or more through May 31 and receive a 15 percent savings certificate good toward your next Crate & Barrel purchase.
At piperlime.com: Spend $125 or more and save 10 percent or spend $175 or more and save 15 percent with code SAVE.
At Nicole Miller and nicolemiller.com: Save up to 50 percent on ready-to-wear apparel.
At southmoonunder.com: Save up to 50 percent on select swimwear.
At neimanmarcus.com: Make a regular-priced swimwear purchase and you’ll receive a free tote with designer goodies.
At bananarepublic.com, gap.com and oldnavy.com: Through the end of today, save 30 percent on new arrivals with the code NEW30; you’ll also score free shipping if your order is $150 or more.
Happy shopping!
