What I Wore

One of my favorite things to do in Sun Valley is to shop the "sidewalk sales," and  Labor Day Weekend is an especially good time of year for sale shopping. I have been wanting to get a pair of Sperry Topsiders for a long while now, and when I saw that these gold ones were %50 off, I knew the time was finally right.

Since summer is nearly over, I thought I would take advantage of what might be my last opportunity to sport a nautical themed ensemble. So here's what I wore.

Sweater- J Crew (old), Red tank top- Old Navy (here), Jeans- J Brand (old from Gilt Groupe), and Shoes- Gold Sperry Topsiders from Sun Valley Brass Ranch (can be found here)

I Couldn't Resist

If you are like me, you receive a handful of emails each day offering you discounted prices (+ free shipping) on sites like Gap, Piperlime, Asos (pronounced a-sauce...if you didn't already know), etc. Usually I just delete them, but this morning when I saw the Asos "sale" email pop up, I couldn't resist checking it out.

I have been lusting after this dress for months, and it is currently on sale (+free shipping) for $34.02. How could I possibly not buy it. Now I just have to figure out how to explain the need for this to my very fiscally conservative husband. Why did I have to marry a financial advisor????

Now I can't wait for it to arrive!

Dress Me

eDress Me is offering 40% off the entire site until May 27th. Designers include Tibi, Tracy Reese, French Connection, Shoshana and BZBG Max Azria. Enter ivillage10 at checkout to receive your discount! Happy Shopping! Here are a few of the dresses I have my eyes on!

Kate Spade Friends and Family

Cardi Wednesday

Janie Crochet Cardigan on sale for $14.99 and it comes in 5 colors!

My Loss is Your Gain

For any of my readers who wear a size 8, this could be your lucky day. Back in August I blogged about the amazing Faux Suede Stella McCartney Boots I got for $125 at a consignment store. The photo below is the taller version of the boots. The ones I have go about 1/2 way up the calf.

Much to my dismay, I really can't wear the boots as I am truly an 8.5. I have only worn them once, and they are still in near perfect shape.

If anyone is interested in purchasing them from me for $125 (as it is still a stellar deal) please leave a comment or send me an email. If I don't know you personally, I would prefer receiving payment before shipping them out and can take a personal check (prior to shipping) or paypal.

T For Two

According to the Gap, this will quickly become your go-to T. It's made of supersoft jersey cotton to keep you comfy and has a relaxed, stylish fit with cool roll-up cuffs.

And they are on sale. I'm sold!


Button cuff roll-up T $14.99

I Love A Good Sale

A while back I did a post on the well-priced shoe line Marais. Well the good prices just got even better. Enter code POLKADOT at checkout, and receive %25 off!

Fashion Fate

Thanks to my friend Ann, I went to check out Seams To Fit a consignment store here in Portland. Fashion fate was on my side as it just happened to be their 10 year anniversary and everything in the store was 50% off. But that's not where my luck stopped, I happened upon these unworn Stella McCartney boots. With the anniversary sale discount, I purchased them for $125. I found a taller pair on line at net-a-porter for $900, so I know I got an amazing deal. Anyone in Portland should check it out!

Get Out!

Discount Designer websites are at the top of my favorite's list, and the newest theoutnet.com does not disappoint. TheOutnet.com is an exclusive designer outlet brought to you by the team behind the award-winning designer fashion website NET-A-PORTER.COM. Designers include Chloe, Oscar de la Renta, Jimmy Choo, and Christian Louboutin, just to name a few.

Ann Gets Edgy

Typically when I think of Ann Taylor, I think conservative, simple, and business type clothing. However, Ann Taylor has stepped up the line to appeal to a younger, edgier crowd. Not only are there some cute apparel and accessories, but some great sale prices. Here are a few of my favorites. Check them out at anntaylor.com

$69.99


$39.99


$19.88


$29.99

Lovely Liz

Liz Claiborne has really stepped up and come up with some adorable fashions. Their summer sale is filled with cute things at great prices. Here are a few of my favorites.


$149.99



$69.99



$69.99




$64.99





$34.99







$59.99

I Couldn't Resist

The news of a sale at Covet was too enticing to not make a quick visit. I scored on this adorable, navy Susana Monaco dress for $129 (orginally $405). It's light and fun and perfect for any summer event.

Covet Summer Sale

Anyone in Portland, get off the couch or out of the pool and head to Covet for their summer sale. Up to 75% off your favorite designers....Calleen Cordero shoes, Citizens of Humanity cords & denim, Geren Ford silk tops, Haute Hippie knit tanks, Sunner tops, Tibi skirts, Velvet dresses...& much more!

Ruby Slippers

I love the style of this Kate Spade shoe. While I am setting some bonus money aside for the camel colored pair, these red ones are pretty cute too. Maybe if I click my heels together and say, "there's no place like home," they will both magically appear....

Kate Spade Karolina $302 (sale $241)

Gilty Pleasures

I used my Gilt Groupe credit today to purchase this fabulous strapless peplum dress from Tracy Reese. This is the macaw green, but I got the beet stain, which is a deep pink. I am crossing my fingers and toes that it fits.

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Shopper's Gilt

The Gilt Groupe Women's Final Sale starts tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. I have a credit, so I will certainly be checking it out...

The brands include some of my favorites, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Tibi, Tracy Reese, and many more.

I COVET a Good Sale

If you are in Portland this 4th of July weekend, check out COVET. On Saturday from 12-4 all sale items are an additional 40% off. Athena, the owner is super friendly, and she has the cutest things....Tibi, Michael Stars, Calleen Cordero, Citizens of Humanity...and many other great brands. Good thing I am leaving town, or I would be there in a flash. You know I covet a good sale!

In Style

I saw this Marc Jacobs dress featured in my most recent issue of In Style! I love the color and cut of the dress, and it's on sale for $201.60 down from $360.

Splurge vs. Save

A few weeks ago I posted a pink DKNY dress that I thought would be perfect for a bridesmaid or a summer wedding. Well, if you loved the dress, but didn't want to splurge, here is a similar dress from Forever 21 that only costs $22.80.

"Splurge" DKNY

"Save" Forever 21