Tomorrow is technically the start of the shopping holiday known as Cyber Monday. This year I would say Cyber Monday is almost a "non-event." Why you may ask? Because so many of the stores started their online sales last week, at the same time as the in-store Black Friday sales.Having said that, there are a few things for you to think of before you start full-on Cyber shopping. The primary concern is safety. As a survivor of various cyber attacks and viruses, I can tell you first hand tha... Read Full Story
Pictured: Sonia Rykiel for H&M Holiday Lingerie Looking for something naughty and nice? Then you're in luck. We have a preview for your of the forthcoming goodies from Sonia Rykiel for H&M. The pictures remind me of classic vintage lingerie. Take a look and let me know what you think. The launch is coming up at the Grand Palais in Paris, but you can watch it all online. Tune in to www.hm.com on Tuesday December 2 at 5p.m. EST/2 pm PST to see the whole event. I can't wait to... Read Full Story
Pictured: What do Beyonce, Victoria Beckham & I have in common?Only one thing: Love for Chanel As my regular blog readers know, I am a Chanel lover. My search for Chanel has taken me to consignment and thrift stores around the world, DecadesTwo in Los Angeles and numerous eBay listings. The search for Chanel for less is not for the faint of heart. Today I own six original Chanel pieces, all purchased pre-owned. Countless hours were expended in the search. And truly, this is the way ... Read Full Story
Bargain shoppers, if you are out at the mall revealing in "Midnight Madness" shopping, I salute you. I'm here sitting quite comfortably in my jammies, just surfing the net, pointing and clicking. After last year's 5 hour Black Friday family shopping marathon, I am enjoying the comfort of this year's online shopping. For those of you gearing up for tomorrow, or maybe even out tonight, here are a few tips.Check the Store circulars, The Recessionista's list and www.theblackfriday.com websit... Read Full Story
Happy Thanksgiving Dear Readers! Its time for relaxing, watching the Food Channel, cooking and maybe even wearing some expandable eating pants :) and loose clothes. I hope you have a wonderful day with your family and give thanks for the good things in your life!MAY YOUR STUFFING BE TASTY,MAY YOUR TURKEY BE PLUMP.MAY YOUR POTATOES 'N GRAVY HAVE NARY A LUMP. MAY YOUR YAMS BE DELICIOUS.MAY YOUR PIES TAKE THE PRIZE,MAY YOUR THANKSGIVING DINNER STAY OFF OF YOUR THIGHS!!If you're looking for Blac... Read Full Story
Yes, friends a man-made monster is indeed on the loose and is coming to a city near you. Look out, its Black Friday, coming this Friday, Nov. 27th. This shopping catastrophe of in-store overcrowding is on the rampage. It will leave carnage in its wake and shoppers sleeping in their cars overnight. Although many stores already started their "Black Friday" deals early (ala Sears), many more are still to come. The contagion known as Black Friday takes over the mild mannered, luring them ... Read Full Story
Pictured: The Normal Kamali Contest for an All in One Tunic has begun!The Norma Kamali All in One Top/Tunic/Dress has been a classic for years. Its easy to see why. The top is versatile, comfortable and chic. To celebrate the holidays, Norma Kamali collection is holding a contest on their Facebook page. To enter, you need to show NK all the ways you can wear your fabulous All in One Top by uploading a photo on Facebook. Check out the video on my YouTube Channel for some pointers. Here... Read Full Story
Pictured: Tis the season for shopping addiction, cartoon from comments Junkie.comHello readers, my name is Mary, and I've been shopping for 30 yrs..... I come here every holiday season. I continually face the struggle of trying to shop smart and stay within my budget. This blog is my own The Recessionista's Recovery program. Everyday I work on this here at The Recessionista. As you know, my shopping struggle is never-ending. Temptation abounds as sale signs scream out to me, and try t... Read Full Story
Pictured: Patience is a Virtue: Anna Sheffield Jewelry Hits the Target Sales RacksI've always said that patience in shopping is a virtue. I really liked the Anna Sheffield jewelry when it originally hit Target shelves, but I have a problem paying $50.00 for jewelry from Target. So good news, the whole collection has just gone on sale as part of a bigger Target jewelry sale slashing prices until Dec. 26th. Check out some of the items. I can just see this on a Bronte heroine (think Jane E... Read Full Story
Jimmy Choo and Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched a photo competition to support the launch of Project PEP, a charity collection that donates 25% of sales to the Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa . The money goes towards providing the HIV-preventative treatment PEP (which must be taken within 72 hours of exposure to HIV) and counselling to victims of rape in South Africa, which has the highest count of rape in the world. To help raise awareness Jimmy Choo is asking readers to enter ... Read Full Story
