Cheapalicious Links of the Week

• Pretty soon, you'll be able to shop H&M from the comfort of your own home!  Yes!
• The Look for Le$$ finds an almost identical version of the Juicy Couture rose cluster ring for less than $10!  Cheapalicious approved!
• Grace shows you how to make your own J. Crew-inspired knotted twist bracelet.  DIY awesomeness!
• Will you get in on the suede shorts trend?
• Three cute ways to wear the bright stripes trend

Have a great weekend!

Freebie Friday 1-28-11

• John Frieda Frizz-Ease Smooth Start shampoo, conditioner, and serum samples ( offer valid for those living in AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA or WV)
• Poise sample kit (kit includes liner, long liner, ultra thin pad, and coupon)
• Hugo Boss Bottled Night fragrance sample
• Free one-week pass to Curves Circuit and Zumba Fitness (new members only, valid only at participating clubs in US and Canada)

Tira's Birthday Find

Hey Guys!!!

I had a FABULOUS birthday weekend, which was only made better by this awesome deal I found at my local Marshalls. They were having a nice clearance sale on their shoes. I originally seen these for $39.99, but I got them for $25!!!



Atonee by Madden Girl

These are perfect going out shoes. I was going to wear these to a party, but decided to wait to break these out when the weather gets warmer, so I don't have to wear tights. I also took advantage of Old Navy's extra 50% off clearance sale. I bought a bunch of tanks, and a couple pairs of basketball shorts for my boyfriend.

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

The Diane Von Furstenberg "Opal" wedge sandals retail for $295 at Net-a-Porter.com.  Steve Madden's "Riddgge" sandal has almost the exact same look and is a more budget friendler version for about $195 less than the DVF's.  Also available in black at Amazon.com.

Nifty under $50: Trouser jeans

Trouser jeans are back (or did they ever leave?)!  Take a break from your skinnies and get in on this coming spring's latest trend.  I love trouser jeans because they're one of the few jean styles that flatter my shape.  I still have a couple of pairs from a few years ago, and I wore the heck out of them on casual Fridays at work (still do!). They look awesome with a cute wedge or heel. Look out for them in different washes and colors, but a darker wash is great for instantly slimming thighs.  Check out a few of my favorites below for under $50.

skinny flared trouser jeans $34.50, Old Navy; skinny flare trouser jeans $49.95, NY & Co; women's plus flared trouser jean $36.50;  Thousand Dances trouser jeans $41.16 (reg. $98), Quicksilver; LC Lauren Conrad wide leg trouser jeans $39.99 (reg. $54), Kohl's

More options...

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Cheapalicious deals 1-25-11

• Love My Shoes:  50% off select boots and booties.  Coupon code: JAN5011.  Expires 1-31-11
• The Trend Boutique:  15% off all sale items.  Coupon code: extra15.  Expires 2-28-11
• JC Penney:  $10 off $50 or more purchase.  Expires 2-10-11
• Charlotte Russe: Out with the old. In with the new spring outerwear! 25% off outerwear at CharlotteRusse.com through Wednesday, 1/26!
• Ann Taylor Loft:  Take an additional 50% off sale styles.  Expiration unknown.
• Land's End Canvas:  Take an additional 40% off clearance.  Coupon code and PIN:  CANVAS40, 1234.  Expires 1-26-11

Cheapalicious Links of the Week

• Wanna snag Vanessa Hudgens' snowflake cardigan?  Head on over to Forever 21, where they have it for less than $30.
• The Gorgeous Ingredient gives her review of the Pantene Pro-V Curly to Straight hair products.  By the way, her hair is gorgeous! 
• Check out Dots' Early Spring Trend Lookbook.  I know where I'm headed for some spring wardrobe shopping!
• If getting in shape was one of your resolutions for 2011, check out The Budget Fashionista's list of workout wear for under $10.
• Living Fly on a Dime listed Cheapalicious as one of her top ten budget bloggers.  A big thanks goes out to her!  

Freebie Friday 1-21-11

• John Frieda hair product sample
• Free one year subscription to Bridal Guide magazine
• Covergirl Natureluxe foundation sample
• Mario Badescu skincare samples
• DenTek Comfort Clean floss pick samples
• LaCoste Joy of Pink or Touch of Pink fragrance sample
• Nexxus ProMend shampoo and conditioner sample

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

The Alexander Wang "Trish" wegde mule was originally $575, but now marked down to $258.75 at The Outnet.  Still too rich for your blood?  Forever 21 has a cheapalicious version for under $30 (they're also available in black, but I like the camel color better).

Cheapalicious Deals 1-18-11

• Clarins:  Free shipping on any order.  Coupon code: NEO.  Expires today!
• Coach Factory Outlet:  20% off your purchase.  Expires 1-23-11
• Dots:  $5 off $25, $10 off $35, or $15 off $50.  Expires 1-23-11
• Charlotte Russe:  Accessories: Buy 1, get 1 for 50% off at charlotterusse.com through Wednesday, 2/16
• E.L.F:  Take 50% off all brushes with coupon code BCGRTB. Offer valid through 1/25.
• Victoria's Secret:  Take an extra 20% off clearance boots and shoes.  Coupon code: 20BOOT.  Expires 1-23-11.
• Urban Outfitters:  10% off your order.  Coupon code: TAKETEN.  Expires 1-31-11

One year subscription to Cosmopolitan magazine for $5

These magazine deals just keep on coming...

Get a one year subscription to Cosmopolitan magazine for $5 now until January 29 from Amazon!  Magazine subscription deals like this make me smile...

Fab find: Nautical striped blazer @ Walmart

Here's another fab find from Walmart! This blazer reminds me of a design from the Givenchy RTW Spring 2010 collection (Anthropologie later came out with a similar version that I featured in this post).  This would fit nicely into my spring wardrobe- if only my size were available (as of now, only M and L are left).  Maybe one day, I'll luck out and find the perfect black and white striped blazer....

French Terry Nautical Striped blazer  $14, Walmart

Cheap, Cheaper, Cheapest: Crochet sandals

I can't wait until spring gets here....

Cheap:  Elizabeth and James "Gypsy" sandal $112.50 (reg. $225), 6pm.com

Cheaper:  "Wynn" sandal $34.90, Alloy

Cheapest:  crochet gladiator sandal $26.50, Charlotte Russe

Fab find (reader submission): YesStyle convertible tall boots

 Cheapalicious reader, Alesia, alerted me about these fabulous boots she just purchased from YesStyle!  One boot, twelve different looks!  That's awesome considering that the boots are less than $40 (prices vary depending on the size).  Alesia also informed me that if you use coupon code FACEBOOK5 at the checkout, you get $5 off your order.  The code worked for her last night, so I'm not sure how long this offer is good for. Thanks for this fab find!

Cheapalicious Links of the Week

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• The Sisters Kardashian will debut their "Kollection" at Sears later this year.
• Speaking of Sears, get Rihanna's look for less with all pieces found from the store!
• Um, when did Amazon start selling grocery?
• The top 5 nail polish trends to wear this winter
• Are you a fashion diva living beyond your means?

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

The Christian Louboutin "Pigelle" flat retails for $775 at Barney's. Are you cringing at that price?  Yep, I know you are, but don't worry.  Alloy has a similar, cheapalicious style for under $25!

Lunchbreak shopping: Mini CVS beauty haul

Yesterday, I made a trip over to CVS to see what was left from the annual beauty clearance sale.  Last year, I pretty much made out like a bandit, but this year, not so much.  There weren't many items left, and I don't know if it was because everything was picked over or they just didn't have that many items marked down to begin with.  I didn't leave the beauty aisle empty handed though.  Check out what I walked away with:

NYX glitter cream palettes $2.49 each (with CVS card, reg. $4.99).  I was surprised to see that CVS was carrying NYX products because I haven't heard any talks about it.  I'm not sure if this was a promo price or if these were on clearance, but $2.49 is a steal!

NYC "White Lights Glitter" nail color and "Sheer Red" lipstick $0.99 each.  I had a $1.00 off coupon from this months All You Magazine, making both of these just $0.98!

Although there weren't a lot of items on clearance, I managed to find some L'Oreal HIP duos (in Mischief and Flashy) for 75% off.  They ended up being $2.09 each, but since I had two $1 off L'oreal coupons (you can get them here, click on "special savings and offers",but you must register your email address), that brought them down to $1.09 each.

Now here's the fun part.  I  had $8 in Extra Care Bucks to work with, plus my 10% off "Beauty Pass" from the newly launched CVS ExtraCare Beauty Club (upon enrollment, you get a 10% off coupon to use on beauty items. Sign up here).  Add in my other personal items that I bought for $5.49, and I ended up only spending $5.36 out of pocket.  

Did you find any good stuff from CVS's beauty clearance?

Cheapalicious deals 1-11-11

• Folica:  20% off all sale items.  Coupon code: NEWYEAR.  Expires 1-14-11
• Payless:  15% off your purchase.  Expires 1-31-11
• Urban Outfitters:  20% off shoes.  Coupon code: THESHOEFITS.  Expires 1-12-11
• GoJane:  20% off regular priced styles.  Coupon code: GOJANE20R.  Expires 1-13-11
• Singer 22:  Take an additional 20% off sale items.  Coupon code: ADD20.  Expires 1-12-11

Star Style under $200: Garcelle Beauvais

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Actress Garcelle Beauvais attended a press event for television network, TNT, wearing a blazing hot red sheath dress, gold arm candy, and finished the look with a pair of leopard print peep toe booties. Get her look for under $200 with budget friendly items below.

Calvin Klein belted drape front dress $69.99 (reg. $99), Calvin Klein; skinny belt trio $10.50 and leopard ruffle front bootie $42.50, Charlotte Russe; gold bangles $2.80, Forever 21; XOXO gold bracelet watch $19.99, Endless.com 

GRAND TOTAL= $145.78

Nifty under $50: Dolce Vita for Target sandals

Well, look what crept onto Tar-jay's website without me paying attention, and just in time for this coming spring!  Cute sandals from Dolce Vita!  I didn't think Dolce Vita would come out with a follow up collection for Target. I thought the first collection would be the only, or maybe even the last. But, here they are again with a few styles that are perfect for spring/ summer and under $30.  Works for me!  I passed on the last collection, but the nude colored rope wedges are calling my name...

dolce vita for target sandals

Have you seen any of these new sandal styles at your local store yet?

Designer way vs. Cheapalicious way

The Gemma Redux "Sadie" ring will cost you about $150 at Shopbop.  Why would you want to spend that kind of money when you can save yourself  $135 and buy this almost identical one from Shock Boutique?  So much more easier on my wallet!

One-year Redbook subscription for $3!

Right now until January 31, Amazon is offering one-year subscriptions to Redbook magazine for only $3. The price will show $8, but they are running a promo that will save you $5 at the checkout. Don't you love sweet deals on magazines?