Cyber shopping/ Weekend finds: Taking advantage of free shipping from Forever 21

It's very rare that you get free shipping from Forever 21 with a small minimum to purchase, so I went ahead and took advantage of it.  Right now until tonight (10/31), they're running a promo for free shipping on orders over $15.  Just enter FRIENDS10 at the checkout. Here's my haul.  Every item was under $5!

[1] large teardrop earrings $1.50; [2] slip in buckle belt $3.50.  I needed another plain black stretch belt for my wardrobe, and this one's perfect for an excellent price.; [3] geisha necklace $4.80; [4] basic fitted skirt $3.50. I've been wanting a basic black fitted skirt forever, so I hope this one fits well when it arrives.  If it doesn't, oh well, at least I didn't pay a ton of money for it. ; [5] skinny studded belt $4.80

Goodwill hunting: Shopping the new Arbor Towne Square store

On Friday,  I took a drive over to the new Goodwill store that opened up on Thursday.  My original plan was to go on Saturday, but I knew it was going to be crazy busy, especially the first weekend of a grand opening.  I'm glad that I popped in when I did because the store was not that busy.  It was pretty quite and pleasant- perfect thrifting atmosphere for me.  Since this store just opened, they weren't having any 50% off promotions (every week, certain color tags are 50% off), but that's okay, I still walked away with some great deals.

Baby Phat Girlz top $3.49.  I bought this top for my 8 year old niece, but my original plan wasn't to give it to her- I was going to keep it for myself.  Let me explain.  When I saw it on the mannequin, I loved the print so much,that I just had to try it on. I didn't pay attention to how small it looked, I wanted it. When I got into the fitting room, it was a different story.  The tag says XL, so  I couldn't understand why a "women's" XL didn't fit me.  I double checked the tag again to make sure that I'd read it right and sure enough it was an XL- in girls.  Fail.  So yeah, this top is going to my niece.  I'm sure she'll love it.

plaid tunic/ dress $4.99.  

Seven7 jeans $5.99.  These fit really nice and their in really good shape- practically new!

chambray tunic $3.99

Dolce and Gabbana (?) silk tartan skirt/ dress $3.49.  I'm not sure if this is a skirt or a dress, but I found it on the skirt rack, but it looks like a sleeveless dress.  I'm not sure if this is an authentic D&G piece either.  With so many fakes out there, you can never tell anymore.  To all my fashionistas out there that can spot an authentic piece, is this real?

blouse $3.49.  Just another top for work.  I will belt it to give it some shape because it kind of baggy.  I like the slight puffiness of the sleeves and the print.

sandals $4.99

Total damage was a little over $32.  Not bad, and I will definitely shop this store again.  To all of my 239 area  readers, have you shopped this new Goodwill store yet?  What did you buy?

Freebie Friday 10-29-10

• Dove Go Fresh deordorant sample (via Costco, must have member #)
• Tom's of Maine Wicked Fresh toothpaste sample
• Shout Color Catcher sample
• Free Bath and Body Works lip product with any purchase.  Expires 10-31-10

Free shipping over $15 @ Forever 21

I just love it when Forever 21 have these free shipping deals!  Right now until Sunday (10/31), get free shipping on orders $15 or more!  Use coupon code FRIENDS10 at the checkout.

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

The Stella McCartney lace blazer has been sold out for so long that I forgot how much it originally cost (lol).  It would've been perfect for this season, since lace details are a really hot trend right now.  Thank goodness for Shock Boutique!  They gotcha' covered with an almost identical version for only $84!  

Cheapalicious deals 10-26-10

• Justice for Girls:  40% off your purchase.  Expires 11-2-10
• Philosophy:  15% off skin care products.  Coupon code: skincare15.  Expires 10-28-10
• Endless:  25% off select boots, plus free two-day shipping.  Expires 11-1-10
• NARS:  Free shipping on all orders.  Expires 10-28-10
• Ulta:  20% off your purchase.  Coupon code: 44385.  Expires 10-30-10
• Shop The Look:  ShoptheLook.net - 25% Off All Bracelets Use Code BRACELET25. Shop Today!.  Expires 11-4-10
• Century 21:  25% off any single item.  Expires 10-31-10
• Old Navy:  50% off any one piece of outerwear.  Coupon code: OUTER50. Expires 10-28-10
• The Limited:  $15 off $50 or more purchase.  Expires 11-7-10
• Sally Beauty:  FREE SHIPPING on your ENTIRE ORDER through 10/31/10. Enter Promo Code 555202
• Charlotte Russe:  Get an extra 30% Off Clearance Styles. Offer valid through 10/27 at CharlotteRusse.com. At checkout enter promo code: SECRETOCT

Nifty under $50: Fair Isle

I don't know about anyone else, but, to me, fair isle prints used to conjure up images of skiing on the slopes and snuggling up to the fireplace with a mug of hot chocolate.  I never found the fair isle print to be "stylish"- just too "wintery" for my taste (hard to explain, lol).  But, after seeing all of these cute pieces arriving in the stores lately, it looks like I'll be adding a fair isle print piece to my wardrobe.  Check out these fab pieces that I've found for under $50!

Style & Co. bell sleeve tunic $49, Macy's; cropped wrap sweater $39.99, Aeropostale; women's plus cocoon cardigan $39.50, Old Navy; cowl neck sweater dress $39.95, bebe; chunky knit ski sweater $29.80, Forever 21; deep v-neck sweater $49.50, American Eagle Outfitters


More options...

fair isle

Clearance Alert: Tucker for Target

Tucker for Target signature print dress $27.98 (reg. $39.99)

The prices have dropped on the Tucker for Target collection.  Snag one (or a few) of these awesome pieces before they're all gone- a lot of the pieces are under $20!  You may even find them cheaper at your local store's clearance rack (sometimes in-store clearance tend to be a lot cheaper than online).  I'm hoping my store still has the above dress in stock.  Maybe I could wear it four different ways like this for fall...

article scan from October's issue of All You Magazine

50% off women's shoes @ Aldo!

Right now through Monday (10/25), select women's shoes are 50% off the original price (prices shown reflect the discount).  Awesome selections to choose from!  There's even a few styles you could work into your wardrobe for this fall.  Here's a few that I have my eyes on...

Matsuura heels $30 (reg. $60); Gibbard peep toe bootie $49.98 (reg. $100); Kimzey strappy wedge $44.98 (reg. $90); Racette peep toe bootie $50 (reg. $100); Dimare menswear bootie $54.98 (reg. $110); Buffkin oxford $19.98 (reg. $40).

Shout out to my girl, Vee for the heads up on this sale!

Freebie Friday 10-22-10

• Free Orange n' Creme Swirl Fruitista Freeze from Taco Bell.  Expires 11-25-10 or while supplies last.
• Foreverlily fragrance sample
• Crest 3D Whitestrips and Advanced Vivid toothpaste samples (must sign in or sign up with P&G)
• Clairol Professional sample kit (licensed stylists only)
• Jergens Overnight Repair lotion sample (via Total Beauty, must sign in or sign up)

Star style under $200: Nicky Hilton

pic via InStyle

While attending the premiere party for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Ms. Hilton took a walk on the wild side in her leopard print mini dress.  She kept it simple by adding a black clutch, black platform pumps, and a cocktail ring.  Get her look for less with pieces from Aldo, Debenhams, and more!

leopard print dress $87, Debenhams; Madden Girl "Atonee" platform pump $49.95, Endless; patent leather clutch $23.98, Aldo; sparkling cocktail ring $4.80, Forever 21

GRAND TOTAL= $165.73

Cheapalicious deals 10-19-10

• Saks Fifth Avenue:  Free shipping on orders $200 or more.  Coupon code: SFASHIP.  Expires 10-23-10
• Old Navy:  Take 25% off your purchase.  Coupon code: ONSTYLE25.  Expires 10-21-10
• Walgreens:  $5 off $30 or more purchase (exludes photo, pharmacy, and gift cards).  Coupon code: GET5.  Expires 10-23-10
• Singer 22:  20% off mens' items.  Coupon code: WELCOME20.  Expires 10-24-10
• Pier 1:  $10 off $30 or more purchase.  Expires 11-7-10
• Rue 21:  40% off your purchase.  Valid 10-23-10 only
• NY & Co.:  $30 off $75 or more purchase.  Expires 10-25-10
• Sears:  $10 off $20 apparel purchase.  Expires 10-23-10

Under $5 find: Animal earrings from ASOS!

mixed animal pack earrings $3.37, ASOS.


*Deal alert*  Free shipping on all US orders!

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

Designer way:  Fendi contrast trim platform peep toe pumps $608, BlueFly (sold out)
Cheapalicious way:  suede peep toe platform pumps $14.99, Go Jane

Get 20% off your purchase @ JC Penney

Today (10/17) and tomorrow (10/18), take 20% off your entire purchase at JC Penney!  Just enter coupon code R20PERKS at the checkout.

$10 select sweaters @ Old Navy

For all you early Saturday morning risers, here's a sweet deal for you!  Between 7am and 10am tomorrow morning (10/16), select sweaters for the whole family are going to be $10 at Old Navy!  I would jump on this deal to stock up on some sweaters for this fall and winter, but I am not up that early.  I guess I'll have to miss this one. Check your local store for hours.

Freebie Friday 10-15-10

• Vaseline Intensive Rescue lotion sample
• Extra Dessert Delights gum sample (via Facebook)
• Meaningful Beauty Deep Cleansing Masque sample (via Sephora in JC Penney).  Expires 10-16-10
•  Arm & Hammer toothpaste sample
• Axe Dry Phoenix antiperspirant sample (via Sam's Club, membership # required)
• studded cuff bracelet (via Seventeen and Make Me Chic).  While supplies last
• Free sample of Paco Rabanne's Lady Million or 1 Million (for men) fragrance sample (via Sephora in JC Penney).  Expires 11-15-10

Save 20% off your purchase @ Payless!

click here for coupon

I got this coupon today and thought I would share it with you guys.  Enjoy!

Cheapalicious deals 10-12-10

• Famous Footwear:  15% off your purchase.  Expires 10-16-10
• Alloy:  $20 off $75 or more purchase.  Coupon code: 20ALL75.  Expires 10-31-10
• Charlotte Russe: Get 25% off on all tops! Offer valid through Wednesday, 10/20 at CharlotteRusse.com
• Sally Beauty: $5 OFF orders of $25 or more. Use Promo Code 555942.  Expires 10-31-10
•  Rue 21:  $15 off $40 purchase or more.  Expires 10-18-10
• Abercrombie and Fitch:  20% off your purchase.  Expires 10-17-10
• Coach Factory Store:  20% off your purchase.  Expires 10-17-10
• Fashion Bug:  $25 off $75 or more purchase.  Expires 10-31-10

Win This: Give Hope and win Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting cream and P&G coupons![CLOSED]

Congrats to Donna Johnson and Brittany Stiling!  Thanks to everyone that entered!

Do you know that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer? The best way to win the battle against the disease is by setting up an early detection plan. The Give Hope program is Procter and Gamble's partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), to raise awareness and educate women on the importance of early detection to prevent breast cancer.  


As you all know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and to help further support the NBCF, that's where your purchasing power come into play.  P&G has sent out special Give Hope brandSAVER coupon booklets in newspapers across the country on September 26 and this past Sunday (October 10).  With both booklets,  there's about $160 in combined savings on P&G products. 

September 26 booklet

For every coupon redeemed, P&G will donate 2 cents to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and the donation is uncapped.  With over five billion coupons in circulation, this could be a really big donation, so put those coupons to use!


So, what is the Early Detection Plan?  It's an interactive tool that helps remind you to schedule your self or clinical exams, and mammograms.  You can choose email notifications, text messages, or RSS feeds as your reminder system.  Click here to start.

If you've been shopping since the start of the month, I'm sure you've noticed a lot of "pink" packaged products in stores.  One of these limited edition pink packaged products is the Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-aging Micro-sculpting Cream, and P&G is going to give two lucky Cheapalicious readers their own jar, plus a Give Hope brandSAVER coupon booklet:

All you have to do is send me an email with your full name and address, with "Give Hope" in the subject area. Giveaway open to US residents only. Winners will be chosen at random.  Giveaway ends on Friday October 15, 2010 at 11:59 PM, and I will announce the winners on Saturday October 16, 2010.  Good luck!

A sample of this product was given to Cheapalicious for editorial purposes, either directly from the manufacturer or from the agency that works on behalf of the manufacturer. All reviews on Cheapalicious are the honest opinions of its author(s) and editorial samples do not, in any way, influence the outcome of product reviews.

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way (reader request)

Any possibility that u can find the affordable version of these shoes...

pic via B. Scott

They're $1300! -  Rose

I must admit, it took me a while to find a shoe that is somewhat close to the Ruthie Davis stud pump that Kim Kardashian is wearing in the pic.  I didn't find an exact lookalike, but I did run across this pair from Go Jane while I was browsing their site this past weekend.

studded platform pump $42.50, Go Jane

Much friendlier on the wallet!

**Deal Alert** Get 20% off your purchase at Go Jane!  Use coupon code AUTUMN20 at the checkout.  Offer ends 10-14-10.

Freebie Friday 10-8-10

• Dove Clinical Protection deodorant sample (via BJ's- must have BJ's membership #)
• Garnier Moisture Rescue sample
• Dove Energy Glow sample
• Estee Lauder 10-day supply liquid foundation sample (via Facebook)
• Wei East Wrinkle Relief Eye Cream sample

Win This Wednesday: Leopard print dolman shrug from Fashion to Figure! [CLOSED]

This giveaway is now closed.  Congrats to Kim, she is the lucky winner!  Kim, I've emailed you, so please reply back with the requested info.  Thanks everyone for entering!

Cheapalicious has teamed up with plus size retailer, Fashion to Figure, to offer one (1) lucky reader a chance to win this lovely leopard print dolman shrug.

retail $22

Fashion to Figure has a great selection of plus sized tops, as well as dresses and bottoms.  Sizes range from 12-26, and everything is priced under $50.  Perfect for the curvy fashionista on a budget!

To enter (please read thoroughly):

• Fill out entry form here
• Must be 18 years or older to enter.
• Giveaway ends on October 11, 2010 at 11:59 PM, and winner will be notified and announced on October 12, 2010.  Winner has 48 hours from receipt of notification email to reply back with requested info.  Failure to reply within the 48 hours will result in an alternate winner being chosen.  Please provide a valid email address!

Good luck!

Here are a few items that I absolutely adore from Fashion to Figure!  

striped dress with studded belt $36; sateen aztec tunic $36; button shoulder dolman sweater $24; cotton voile tunic $34; cheetah cowl neck top w/ necklace $24

"Miss Tina" clothing line now available on Walmart.com

Some time ago, I posted that Beyonce's mom, Tina Knowles, was launching a clothing line for Walmart sometime this month.  Upon browsing Walmart's site, I see that there are a few pieces available for purchase. From what I see so far, I'm not really impressed, but  I'm not going to write this collection off completely until I see it up close.  Maybe there's better items in store?  I'll pop into my local Wally World some time this week to see if the clothing line has arrived.

Did "Miss Tina" arrive at your local Walmart?  Thoughts?

Cheapalicious deals 10-5-10

• Disney Store:  Free shipping on any order.  Coupon code: MAGIC.  Expires 10-10-10
• Payless:  15% off your purchase.  Expires 10-31-10
• NARS Cosmetics:  Free deluxe sample Lip Gloss Duo of Striptease/Dolce Vita with all Orders Over $60. Coupon code: LIPDUO.  Expires 10-16-10
• bebe:  Free shipping on orders $150 or more.  Coupon code: FALL2010.  Expires 10-15-10
• Hot Topic:  20% off all orders $40 or more.  Coupon code: HTASAVEOCT.  Expires 10-31-10
• One Stop Plus:  20% off your purchase.  Coupon code: OSPCOUPON3.  Expires 10-31-10
• Shoes.com:  15% off your order plus free shipping:  Coupon code: FALL2010.  Expires 11-30-10
• Ulta:  $5 off $10 or more purchase. Expires 10-23-10
• Big Lots:  20% off your purchase.  Expires 10-9-10

Lunchbreak shopping: How I scored $23 worth of Wet N Wild cosmetics for a little over $7!

A few days ago, I drove over to my local Walgreens to take advantage of the Wet N' Wild cosmetics 50% off sale. Without the sale and coupons, all of these items would've cost me about $23, but I only paid a little over $7 for them. How? Let me break it down for you...

Idol Eyes Creme Shadow Pencil in "Pixie" $0.99 (retail $1.99).

MegaLast Long Wear Lip Color in "Mochalicious" and "Cherry Bomb" $1.49 each (retail $2.99 each). The Mochalicious color is actually more brown in real life (I don't know why my camera is picking it up as more pink. Sorry).

Craze eyeshadow duos in "Tequila Sunrise" and "Eye Bruise Easily" $0.99 each (retail $1.99 each). I think these are limited edition eyeshadow duos. They were in a display by themselves (with other colors), and I don't think they're part of a core collection. I could be wrong...

ColorIcon eyeshadow singles in "Penny", "Nutty", "Lagoon" , and "Envy" $0.99 each (retail $1.99 each)

ColorIcon bronzer in "Princess" $1.49 (retail $2.99)

The price of everything came to $11.40. I then used a $5 off $10 Wet n' Wild cosmetics coupon from the September issue of All You Magazine, and that brought my total down to $6.40. Add $0.69 for tax, and my total purchase was $7.09!

Have you bought any Wet n' Wild products at this week's Walgreens sale?