$0.99 shipping on shoes @ Kmart!

From now until September 12, standard shipping on shoe orders is just $0.99 at Kmart! I know a lot of you still don't think of Kmart as the go-to for shoes, but let me tell ya', they've been having some pretty cute styles lately. Here are a few that I like:

(l)-(r): Route 66 "Honor" boot $19.99 (on sale, reg. $29.99); Pink Duchess "Cougar" peep toe bootie $29.99; Delicious "Katela" sandal $24.99

Designer Way vs. The Cheap Chica Way

• Designer way: Karina Grimaldi "Maria" strapless ruffle feather top $140, Singer 22
• Cheap Chica way: feather ruffle tube $20.20, Go Jane
  

[Update] Free graphic tee @ Old Navy (8/29)

Another Old Navy One Day Wonder...

***Update*** This promo is actually for this coming Saturday (8/29). Sorry for the misunderstanding!

For one day only (8/29), get a free graphic tee when you buy a pair of adult jeans for $19! An under $20 outfit, sounds good to me!

I ♥ these!

Perforated Peep Toe Boots $44.99, Charlotte Russe

Spotlight on.... GlassesUSA.com

Everyone who wears eyeglasses know that buying a pair could be pretty expensive. I don't wear glasses that much except for in the evenings before I go to bed or if it's a lazy day and I don't feel like putting my contacts in. I wanted a pair of "cuter" glasses- a more fashionable pair because my current pair just isn't cutting it. But, they're good to have just in case a contact rips or my lazy butt forgets to order more contacts (I'm really bad at that). The lovely folks over at GlassesUSA contacted me and offered to send me a free pair and of course, I jumped on the opportunity.

The style that I'm wearing in the pic is called "Freedom", and I love them. Ordering prescription eyeglasses from the site is pretty easy- all you do is pick what style frame you want, put in your prescription info, and voila! Done and done. The prices that you see are for the frames AND the lense. Unless you want thin or polycarbonate lenses, you would have to pay extra. Not bad for a pair of glasses. Under $100, I can most definitely live with that. The only con about ordering the glasses online is that you can't try on the frames to see how they fit your face (duh!). But, if you're a pro at trying on different styles and you know what works for you, then you should've have a problem picking out a pair from the nice selection that GlassesUSA have to offer. I was hoping and praying that this style fit my face because a lot of glasses with this style frame don't fit right. They are either too tight or just look to small for the shape of my face (I have a big face, lol). I'm so happy that they fit and they look so cute on me- I think so at least, lol.

I got my glasses back in about a week and a half after ordering, and they were packaged neatly in a hard storage case along with a soft lense cloth. The glasses are very lightweight and comfortable, and I love the stylish eyeglass frames. Like I said before, buying eyeglasses can get pretty expensive, especially if you're on a tight budget. If you always wanted to get a stylish new pair of glasses without putting a dent in your wallet, then GlassesUSA may be for you.

Oh, I almost forgot.... use coupon code Mommy5 to get 5% off of your order. There is no expiration for this offer.

Oh the YouTubery: An interesting (and cheap) way to stretch your shoes

I found this interesting video from Michelle Phan (must subscribe to this girl's videos now) on how to stretch some too tight shoes with ice. Who would've thunk it? Enjoy!

Chicalicious savings 8-25-09

• Guess Factory Store: 25% off your purchase. Expires 9-7-09
• Tilly's: 20% off one item when you spend $100 or more. Expires 9-7-09
• Bath and Body Works: Take 10% off your purchase. Expires 9-13-09
• Express: 20% off $50 purchase when you use your student ID. Expires 9-2-09
• Old Navy: Free shipping on any order. Coupon code: SHIPFREE. Expires 8-26-09
• Prescriptives: 30% off your order, plus free standard shipping on orders $60 or more. Coupon code: FRIEND09. Expires 8-27-09
• Famous Footwear: 20% off your order. Coupon code: 0709799. Expires 8-31-09
• Take an additional 30% off all clearance at Wetseal.com. Ends 8.31.09!
• Visit the CharlotteRusse.com after hours sale for 1 night only, 8/25, 6pm-2am PST. Enter code 8AFTER to get 30% off your entire order!

Cheap Chica's Topic Tuesday: Did you keep your "no-spend" promise?

One of my New Year's resolutions for this year was to shop my closet more and try not to spend any money on new clothes. Hey, I'm human, and everyone knows that new year's resolutions are hard to keep. So far this year, I've spent about $300 on new clothes, shoes, and accessories. I've been doing good with shopping my closet, but when I see a deal that's too good to pass up, I get it. Shame on me. I've got to do better. What about you? Have broke your "no spend/ spend less promise"? Discuss.

Looking for Colored Jeans. . .??

. . .here they are.





Forever 21, $13.50 (Fabulous find indeed)


Target has colored jeans in tons of different colors


Xhilaration, $19.99





Gap. ?14.99


One of my fave stores, Dots also has skinny colored jeans for only $16. Check them on the site here.

Oh, the Youtubery......Ladybug Nails

Remember's Chica's awesome leopard nails? Well, here's a YouTube tutorial on an awesome ladybug look. She makes it look so easy. Hey, CChica, you wanna try this one out?

Designer way vs. The Cheap Chica way

DESIGNER WAY...

Ash "Opium" cut out sandal $150, Bluefly

VS.
THE CHEAP CHICA WAY...

chunky ankle wrap heel $16 (on sale, reg. $17.90), Go Jane. Not exactly the same, but close.

Free 3-year subscription to Marie Claire magazine

***UPDATE*** This offer as expired!

Don't you just love freebies in the form of magazine subscriptions? I sure as hell do, especially when it's good for three years! Sign up for yours now. You won't be billed and there's no credit card required.

Thanks again, Megan!

Stock up on basics: $3 tees and $1 socks @ Old Navy

Don't you just love Old Navy's One Day Wonder sales? I don't know why I'm just now getting this heads up the day before, but better a day before than the day after, right? Tomorrow (8/22), women and men's basic tees are $3 and kids and toddler socks are $1! As always, limit 5 per customer and get there early for the best selection.

Cheap and Cheaper: Plaid ruffle shirt

• Cheap
• Cheaper
  

$0.99 small lattes @ Chicagoland Dunkin Donuts!

Click on the coupon to print it out and enjoy a nice cold (or hot) small latte at participating Chicagoland Dunkin' Donuts now through 9-5-09. Thanks Carrie!

Tips to score back-to-school clothes on the cheap!

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It's that time again- back to school shopping! Nowadays, a lot of people don't have a lot of funds to work with, so here are some tips that will help you save money on your kids' and teens' back to school wardrobe:

1. 1.Shop the clearance racks (this is a no-brainer). During these summer months, spring/summer clothes go on clearance to make room for the fall apparel. Great deals to be found!


2. Shop off-price. If your kids are into designer labels, don't fret. Score some inexpensive pieces at stores such as Marshalls (The Cube is a department full of designer labels geared toward teens/ young adults), TJ Maxx, Loehmanns, and Stein Mart.
3. Hold a swap party. Don't throw your kiddies clothes out yet. Invite fellow moms over for drinks and appetizers. Throw all your unwantables into a big pile and swap away. Teens, take note also.


4. Thrift. Plato's Closet is a great place for teens/young adults to score some cute, gently worn clothes on the cheap. And, if you have some stuff that you want to get rid of, you can sell them to Plato's for cash or store credit. Also, check your local Goodwill or Salvation Army for their weekly sales.
5. Use coupons (another no-brainer). Google your favorite stores for printable coupons and codes. Check here also. You know ya' girl always hook you up as well. Don't leave the house without one!

Happy shopping!

Cheap Chica 's Topic Tuesday: Do you lie about the price you paid?

Yes, I do realize it is Wednesday and Topic Tuesday should've been done yesterday, lol. I'll be on time next week.

This week's topic of discussion:

"Do you ever lie about the price you pay for your clothes/shoes?'

I used to do this a lot when I was younger. If I got a shirt from Ross, TJ Maxx, etc. and someone complimented me and asked the price of it, I would add at least another $20-30 on to how much I really paid for it. At that time, it was all about impressing people, making it seem like I had so much money (yeah right), and being embarrassed about how much I really paid forit. Now, I'm like screw it. If someone ask me how much I paid for something now, I proudly tell them $5, $10... you get where I'm coming from. Discuss.

Chicalicious savings 8-18-09

• Payless: 20% off your purchase. Coupon code: 28294. Expires 9-7-09
• E.L.F.: 75% off Studio Line products. Coupon code: WWYB75S. Expiration unknown.
• Dots: $10 off $30 or more purchase. Expires 8-23-09
• flyJane.net ENTER CODE: IBLOGFLYJANE and receive $20 OFF your purchase of $100 or more
• 20% Off All Tops at CharlotteRusse.com 8/16 thru 8/22!
• MetroStyle: 20% off denim plus $4.99 shipping. Coupon code: MSDENIM. Expires 8-27-09
  

Free one-year digital subscription to Seventeen magazine

I'll admit, I do still read Seventeen mag from time to time. Hey, don't judge, they have some good fashion tips in there sometimes, lol. Click here for your free digital subscription to the mag. Thanks for the tip Megan!

Everyone and their mama are having a jeans sale...

...but that's a good thing! Take advantage of these denim sales to stock up for back to school or to add to your overflowing jean collection (like me, lol).

• Old Navy: $19 women's jeans. Select men's jeans also on sale. Expires 8-27-09



• Wet Seal: Buy 1 get 1 50% off on select jeans at Wetseal.com. Ends 8.17.09



• JC Penney: girls' and boys' Arizona original 5-pocket jeans $9.99; juniors' My Arizona favorite denim BOGO $1.00 and juniors' Decree deconstructed denim BOGO $1.00
  
• Gap: $20 off a pair of Gap 1969 jeans (regular price). Expiration unknown
• Alloy: 20% off jeans. Expiration unknown
• Kmart: BOGO 50% off jeans (Route 66, Basic Editions, Piper and Blue). Expires 8-22-09
• Express: BOGO 50% off jeans

Weekend Finds. . .Girlprops and other accessory hunts

Good morning stars!

This weekend I kinda went accessory-crazy. A friend and I had a lunch date in the West Village, and decided to take a trip to the Girlprops store, a favorite website for lots of the bloggers and fashionistas, myself included.

Let me tell you that the store is very. . .bright, and has a colorful bunch of people working there. Most of what's on the website can be found in the store, and even more eclectic pieces can be found in-store. I wanted to take pics, but it's not allowed in the store, which is understandable. There were some things that were cheaper in the store, and some things that I remembered being cheaper on the website, but that wasn't to big a deal to me because the shipping would probably balance that out. I spent $23. . .and here's what I got.



These 2 rings were $1.99 each.


My girlfriend loved these glasses; I tried them on and liked them too. $9.99

Forgive this shiny, early morning pic. Me without my makeup, LOL


Now these were just weird, and different. So I had to have them. $1.99 too.


Now in my job, I can't go as wild with my earrings as I normally do, so I LOVE that the button earring trend has come back. I bought these mainly to wear to work. $2.99


Overall, I loved my trip to GirlProps, and will definitely return. Anyone who loves the site, or "inexpensive" jewelry should make a point to visit if ever near or visiting NY.



Now I found these pairs en route to GirlProps. The street vendor told us he made them himself. I love "negotiating" prices on the street, and we talked him into 3 pair for $5. My girlfriend grabbed a few cute pairs as well.

These final pair were found at a little store in Jersey City near Journal Square. I had never been down JFK Blvd, but I'm glad I took that turn on Saturday morning. I found a bunch of little clothing stores, beauty supply stores, and a Goodwill! I was too excited, but I didn't have enough time to explore so I'm adding that to my list of shopping adventures. Anyway, here are the 2 pairs. $1 each.





Closeup of the heart-shaped pair:


So that was my weekend, hope yours was full of fabulous finds as well!

Drugstore beauty deals 8/16- 8/22

Lots and lots of beauty sales at your favorite drugstores!

CVS- must have CVS card with all deals

• All Revlon cosmetics BOGO free
  
• Garnier Fructis hair products 3/$10.
  
• Maybelline foundation, powder, blush, concealer and lip products BOGO free
  
• BOGO 50% off all L'Oreal eyeshadow, liner, or mascara.

Walgreens

• BOGO 50% off Revlon cosmetics
• BOGO free L'Oreal HIP cosmetics
• BOGO free Wet N Wild cosmetics
• BOGO 50% off Maybelline eye and lip cosmetics
• BOGO 50% off Neutrogena cosmetics and skin care products
• $2 off Sally Hansen nail or lip treatment and HD nail color.

RiteAid

• BOGO free Revlon cosmetics and beauty tools
• Neutrogena cosmetics 40% off
• BOGO free L'Oreal Bare Naturale cosmetics
• Buy any Maybelline XXL, Stiletto, Great Lash, Colossal, or Define a Lash mascaras and get a free Express Finish liner.

KMart

• BOGO 50% off Cover Girl foundation, concealer, powder, or blush
• 2 for $6 Herbal Essence shampoos and conditioners

Christian Siriano for Payless now available to buy

Christian Siriano's line for Payless is now available to buy on the website, but don't get excited just yet. So far, there are only two styles available for purchase. I can't wait to see the other styles whenever they hit the store. I'm feeling these two, though.


"Strut" pump $34.99. I'm loving the chain detail


Sandstrap peep toe (also available in black) $34.99. Very sexy shoe.

I haven't seen these in my local stores yet. Have they hit your stores yet? What do you think of the above styles so far?

What I wore: Bold floral

Summer in Florida is never a great time of the year. The humidity is HORRIBLE! I've been wearing nothing but skirts and dresses, and Thursday I wore one of my favorite skirts- you know that floral skirt from Kmart I just had to have, lol. I try not to overaccessorize when I have on a bold print. I just added a yellow necklace and a couple of bracelets to complete the look.

• puff sleeve tee $8, Old Navy
• skirt $12.50, KMart
• Mossimo wedge sandals $12.50(?), Target
• necklace and bracelets (?), Wet Seal and Dots
  

Nifty under $50: Akira Chicago

The lovely folks over at Akira Chicago hooked me up with a lovely discount to share with you! I know what you're thinking, Akira is a little bit out of a cheap chica's budget, but don't worry, there are some fab finds for under $50 that I've found.

Michael Antonio "Elait" heel $39

eBISU studded clutch $29

This top is over $50, but I just wanted to show you how cute it is. Akira Black Label pleated waist top $54

I want a cute plaid top for this fall. I think I found it here. Plaid poof sleeve top $42

BB Dakota Tammy plaid skirt $36

print belted tunic $39

floral satin dress $39

As for the discount, enter coupon code CHEAPCHICA20 at the checkout to receive 20% off your purchase. It's good until the end of this year!

Weekend finds: Miley Cyrus ruffle top and No Doubt tee

I realized I'm late posting my weekend finds. The weekend is almost here again. Oops!
On my weekly trip to Walmart, I decided to pick up that Miley Cyrus/ Max Azria ruffle blouse that I liked. Since I was kind of in a rush, I just threw the top in the cart and went about my business, not even stopping to try in on. I'm going to get enough of doing that, because when I finally got around to trying in on, I was a little disappointed.

Lovely top, just doesn't fit me right. Oh well, back to the store it goes. Has anyone tried on any of the clothes from the Miley Cyrus/Max Azria line yet?

Since I'm a big fan of No Doubt, I had to have this tee. It was only $10. Walmart also carries Rolling Stone totes with different magazine covers on them as well. I bought the Kurt Cobain tote a couple of months ago. You can also get a free 12-month subscription to the magazine when you fill out the subscription card attached to the price tag on the tees/totes. Sweet!

Cheap Chica Fashion Confessions Part 1

C'mon Ladies. . .what are some of the crazy things you've done in the name of fashion? Even cheap chicas lose their cool sometimes. I'll start, leave your responses in the comments section.

*I leave the house with a certain amount of money each day, in addition to carfare and my emergency credit card. There have been times where I spent my lunch money on makeup or shoes. That's a result of my lunchtime browsing at Marshalls, Target, or CVS.

*I once spent $40 in the dollar store

*I'm a big re-gifter. Sometimes before holidays I dig through my closet and see what still has tags on it.

Chicalicious savings 8-11-09

• Dress Barn: 20% off any regular priced item. Expires 8-31-09


• Ulta: 20% off any one regular priced item. Expires 8-31-09
• Kohl's: 15% off any purchase when you use your Kohls charge card. Coupon code: SCHOOL15. Valid 8/12- 8/18/09.
• E.L.F.: Get a mini makeup collection for $2. Coupon code: WWYBMINI. Expiration unknown.
• Akira Chicago: 20% off your purchase. Coupon code: CHEAPCHICA20. Expires 12-31-09
  
• Famous Footwear: 20% off your order. Coupon code: 0709799. Expires 8-31-09
• Pastry Kicks: 10% off non-sale items. Coupon code: 10POFF. Expires 8-28-09
• 80's Purple: Free shipping on orders $100 or more. Coupon code: freeship09. Expires 8-15-09
• Denim: Buy one, Get one 50% Off at CharlotteRusse.com 8/9 thru 8/15!
  20% Off All Tops at CharlotteRusse.com 8/16 thru 8/22!
• Steve Madden: Free shipping on your order (48 contiguous U.S). Coupon code: SMFREESHIP. Expiration unknown.