deal of the day: regents secret

i know, the sample sale sites are everywhere now. but truth be told, i'm glad they're there...i get a little sick of bluefly being my only option for great deals on designers goods, and honestly, even they've been lagging lately.

regent's secret is the newest incarnation, and they have a style all their own. for my readers that eschew the more preppy, styles you can rely on from hautelook, and can't afford the high-end couture at gilt, even at sample sale prices, regent's secret offers sample sales for the cool kids.

this week, you can hook your other half up with some style at the frankie b. sale that starts tonight at midnight - i'm anxiously awaiting this opportunity to make my hubs even cuter than normal.

or, hang on to your wallet until monday, and pick up some of the darling, tattoo-inspired wares from SMET.


hold out even longer, and you'll be able to score some ultra-cool cavalli sunglasses on the 10th. that's the one i'm saving up for!

to get signed up, make sure you head over to regent's secret via the links here, and then you can just enter my email addy - shoppingsmycardio at gmail.com - to bypass that whole 'invite-only' madness.

deal of the day: yellow ruffle blouse

again with the juicy couture...i'm scaring myself a little. but gah, this top is so cute! and marked down 40% in the net-a-porter summer sale. it'll be darling with shorts this summer, and i can totally see this dressed up for work with a contrasting cardi and trouser jeans. nab it for $106 while you can. fab.u.lous.

deal of the day: gustto sample sale

i know at least one of you lovely readers was looking for "the perfect orange bag" for summer. i think this gustto just might be it - great summer size (holds your summer reading, your huge sunglass case, etc), the color is fantastic, and the price ($258) is definitely right if you snag it (or any of its lovely siblings) during the gilt groupe sample sale. it started this morning, so snap to it!

as always, if you need an invite, just email me - shoppingsmycardio at gmail.com - and i'll take care of you!

deal of the day: kate boutique

i'm losing steam on sale posts this week, but i couldn't resist sharing this one. kate boutique has just finished some serious spring markdowns that are well, well worth your browsing time. kate really emphasizes drape in absolutely everything she buys, and the results are exceptional - i can visualize myself wearing every piece in her store.


this cashmere turtleneck by inhabit retails for $350, but is marked down to $150.


or this delectable grey leather tote by abaco, marked down from $600 to $180. yes, really.


nearly every piece in the "sweater bin" has me swooning...i know it's not sweater weather yet, but i'll be so glad when it is, because i'll be cuddling up in this gorgeous cardigan by souchi and keeping toasty warm.

and if you're in the market for a fabulous leather jacket, well, i don't even know where to begin.

enjoy!

and one more....

because the sigerson sale has me obsessed, and because these amazing flats are just too pretty not to share. if i didn't have literally the exact same shade of gold in a tory burch reva flat, i'd snap these up in a new york minute. in fact, it's particularly distressing because...i like these better (shhh....).

what i want today: bloom tote by jessica jensen

lately, i'm really into bags that aren't from the big design houses - i'm craving style a little different from those that everyone else is carrying, and i love the attention to detail that you get from most of the smaller designers that comes without the hefty pricetag.

this ivory appliqued tote by jessica jensen is just what i'm after - the craftsmanship is amazing, i love the pink suede lining, and the lambskin exterior is stunning. this might just be the perfect warm-weather handbag. after all, how excited would you be to bring this out of the closet every spring?

pick it up for $758 from jessica jensen, but through the end of july, there's a lucky magazine code for 25% off. so, with code "luckybreaks7", you can take this beauty home for just under $570, putting it in the price range of a kooba or botkier - but i like this one so much more.

deal of the day: barneys spring sale

how could i have forgotten this most fabulous of spring occasions? so much to show, i'm just going to get right to business.


this pleated shell is an absolute must for the coming fall trends you'll be seeing. trust me: structure, sculptural detail...this piece has it all, and for under $200 (one of the challenges of an "impeccable tailoring" trend is the high pricetag of perfection). the neutral tone keeps it seasonless and really sets off the detail.


this tunic ($199) is the ultimate universally flattering piece. that raspberry color is fantastic on all skin tones, the belt creates a waist, and those wide kimono sleeves disguise any arm pudge. all in all, it's just about perfect.


true, this tee by splendid doesn't look exciting. but it's one of those rare and coveted closet staples you'll turn to time and again...and it's $39. so, you can afford to trust me on this one.


i absolutely loved this dress when it came out this spring - and i love it still. by vince, an old favorite of mine. love the ombre, love the twig print - this is just a gorgeous, effortless summer look...especially for $119.


and i had to include this silk daisy print dress ($279) just because i love the print so. that grey color is right on trend, and the pattern keeps it from fading into the background. darling for work or weekend.


last but not least, don't miss the denim. seven's classic "ginger" cut is on sale for $119, along with all sorts of other lovely denim options.

i could go on and on....but this is a sale worth exploring yourself. happy hunting!

deal of the day: velvet sale at hautelook

better late than never...if you can catch these deals before they're gone, you'll be able to restock your tee drawer for a song (or, in more concrete terms, about $25-40 each).

head to hautelook, and if you need a referral (downside: it's invite-only), just drop me a line at shoppingsmycardio at gmail.com, and i'll hook you up!

deal of the day: shopbop designer sale

agh...my wallet is positively groaning. neiman, saks, bergdorf, nordstrom - everyone has started their spring sales, and my restraint is wearing thin. but i was doing pretty well until shopbop's designer sale started.

now, those gorgeous anya hindmarch silver woven d'orsay pumps (wow, that's a long description for a pair of shoes) i wanted a month ago have made their way from a worthy splurge down to a very responsible buy. same goes for that stunning chocolate brown woven elrod. and her stunningly beautiful grey studded shoulder bag.

and these fantastic gatsby pants by peter som do, in fact, remind me of an afternoon soiree circa f. scott fitzgerald. they were just featured in the june vogue, so it's a wonder they've already hit the sale rack. marked down to just under $500, they're still a splurge, but if you have the bod to carry off the volume (read: long and lean), they're a classic style that is well worth your next bonus. while you're at it, check out som's luscious take on the classic cardigan - long, lean and oh-so-stylish, it would definitely be a worthy addition to your wardrobe.

loads of other unmissable options to peruse, so head over and get your shop on!

deal of the day: loeffler randall dorritt sandal, 40% off

i admit - i wasn't in love with these loeffler randall sandals at first. but i recently saw them in person, and dear readers, they are fa-bu-lous. truly. that rose gold color is just the right blend of spark and sophistication. and the styling gives a deferential nod to the current gladiator trend, but these will be wearable long after those roman sandals have gone the way of caesar.

score them from our dear friends over at barefoot tess for 40% off their retail of $395, taking them down to less than $250 - just use code 40OFF. but this deal is only good through monday, so move fast!

(ps...if the loefflers aren't singing your song, it's also worth a look at their french sole selection...they're all 40% off too, with that same 40OFF code!)

deal of the day, part II: shopjake spring sale

i know, i know....a lot of sale posts this week. but the shopjake sale is one of the best, and i'd never forgive myself for failing to share.

the deal is this: 40% off just about everything from spring. and i'm not talking about just the stuff that didn't sell. they've marked down darn near everything on the site! including that stunning barbara bui handbag i've been wanting for months...now no longer relegated to the "if only" pile.



or that gorgeous rebecca minkoff steady bag, which isn't on sale anywhere, down to $405 for my favorite stone/tangerine color combo.


i'm really struggling to resist this beautiful missoni wrap dress, down to $410 - my fave is this lovely aqua color, above. or, for a more practical option, this riser goodwyn sheath dress is down from $1100 to $295 (i know!), and it's a classic you'll keep for decades.


coats...well, there's the 3.1 philip lim red trench, down to $375. and there's the ultra-ladylike hanii y jacket, down to $385...

you get the idea. shopjake is just about the only retailer i know that does a sale this well...let's all get out our credit cards and show our gratitude, shall we?

deal of the day: jonathan adler warehouse sale

this is almost enough to make me fly to manhattan for the day. if only they'd let me squish that new sofa i'd be buying into the overhead compartment.

click the pic for a bigger and better view of the details. and if you're in NYC, well, don't rub it in.

deal of the day: 20% off all j.crew purchases

note that's not only on sale purchases, peeps. guess that slow economy has some fringe benefits after all.

maybe now i can justify nabbing that yellow handbag i've been eyeing. and if i go in and order it from the store, i can snag free shipping too! just a little tip from me to you - happy wednesday!

deals of the day: shopbop, nordstrom sales

what are these retailers doing to me??

new markdowns from shopbop - a couple of my favorites:

this foley & corinna dressis just begging for holiday parties - $250 down from $500. or, check out the hot pink version, surprisingly chic even with the crazy color and sparkles. this one will see you through your summer parties too...if you can carry off the fabulous flapper-inspired styling.


talk about the perfect warm-weather jacket, this all-silk piece by alice+olivia even comes with a matching tote. i love the white with the yellow hood, but i could see the black being slightly more practical. either way, not bad for less than $250.

and, some old favorites are finally on sale over at nordstrom:

that juicy couture jacket i loved is now 50% off over at nordstrom.

and those stuart weitzman shoes i was (and still am) incredibly in love with are now down 40% to $170.

happy hunting!

deal of the day: lux markdowns at eluxury and NAP

wow...the summer sale season is upon us. so many choices, so little time...especially considering how quickly sale styles tend to sell out.



from our dear friends over at eluxury, i've been craving these gloves by carolina amato since i first spied them. true, it's so not glove season. but when the weather turns cold again (and, believe me, it will), you'll be the ultimate fashion diva in these opera-length beauties. i love the classic style of the terra, but the funky yellow is tough to pass up.

and these python d'orsay buckle flats from hollywould are just dripping with style, all for about $130 (down from $330, i might add).

and, i love that elux isn't afraid to give us a shot at some true classics on sale. there are some lovely paige denim styles marked down to about $120, including my favorite fit, hollywood hills, which you can score for about 30% off.

ooh, and free shipping sitewide...i do love eluxury!


over at net-a-porter, this ultra-luxe tote by miu miu is the ultimate weekday accessory. use it to tote files to the office in the most stylish way possible. then, dress it down for the weekend by carrying it messenger-style. two bags for one price...and that price happens to be 50% off of the original. prada style for under $600 is tough to pass up, don't you think?

and this'll be gone before i even finish this post, but $200 for the teri tote by marc jacobs is just enough to make this monday fabulous.

if i hit the lottery in the next few hours, my first stop is going to be this stunning missoni coat - at $1,500, it's still a serious splurge, but talk about a timeless statement piece. your grandkids will be arm-wrestling at your funeral over who scores this stunner.

what i want today: juicy couture chiffon trim dress

this feels like the perfect conservative option for summer months, for those of us who aren't loving the spaghetti-strap/oh-so-short hem options out there. this one is perfect for the office, but still hip enough for evenings out. i love the detailing on the sleeve, which is right on trend this year. and the accessorizing options on this are endless - i'd love to see it with a bright belt and flats, or dressed up with a chunky necklace and mary jane heels.

best of all, it's on sale - $78 at saks, but not for long.

deal of the day: 20% off at shopbop!

i do so love a shopbop code. so many sites hand out discounts so often that i just know they're jacking up their prices to cover the discount. but shopbop only offers them a handful of times throughout the year. so, seize this opportunity to stock up on everything you're dying to pick up for the summer ahead - all at 20% off! happy after-mother's day!

make sure to share your purchases...it'll be like a day of SMC community shopping!

what i want today: alexis hudson clutch

gorgeous, no? this just screams parisian chic to me. it has that perfect blend of au courant trendiness meets timeless style...and that art deco clasp had me at hello. i can't put my finger on it, but i'm more smitten by this beauty every time i see it. i think that's the sign of a must-buy piece.

and best of all, you can score it for 53% off (aka, a paltry $185). you do have to join ideeli to do it, but the membership is free, and the goods are occasionally fantastic. the site is invite-only, so just drop a comment on this post with your email addy (or just email me at shoppingsmycardio at gmail.com if you're shy), and i'll send you an invite. but hurry...sale starts at 10 AM (pacific time).

what i want today: retro dolce vita heels

just goes to show, a little '80s style isn't always a bad thing. love these in the electric blue color, but even the black has that fabulous lizard-embossed detailing to make it just funky enough to liven up your most basic work ensemble. best of all, they're on sale for $79.

deal of the day: 30% off via neiman marcus private sale

(yves saint laurent rive gauche bag, $1,995 less 30%)

sigh...practical is so very overrated.

if you're feeling less practical than i am, don't miss the private sale event at neiman marcus, today only. take 30% off selected spring merchandise - just watch for those little green "private event 30% off" tags as you're looking around, or you're bound to disappoint yourself when you settle on something that isn't included in the sale.

oh, you can only access it through this link. and use code NMMAY for free shipping while you're at it.

can't talk now...off to find someone to whom i can sell my body in exchange for that lovely bit of leather above.

(ps...speaking of sales, new markdowns at eluxury start today, and they include free shipping at any price. not a bad way to start the week.)