Everyday this month I have had such good intentions to get my Christmas shopping going, but because I have been super blessed with a ton of photo shoots in addition to my little Glam Lounge I am shall we say…delayed. So on this eleventh day of the month while I sit here at my computer barefoot in pj’s wearing a bulky knit scarf to keep warm (yes I know shoes would help keep me warm…but after yesterday’s 13 hour video shoot standing on my feet…I must refrain from footwear) I have not a shred of presents decorations, cards or even cookie baking done. And since I am off to another photo shoot locale on Monday it looks like today might be the day to do a little gift surfing on the web.
The good news for shoppers is that many retailers are clamoring for business so there are all sorts of sales to be had. The question is what to get a brood that needs nothing? After much ado I have decided to go with basics…one can always use a fresh pretty blouse, tee, pair of trousers etc
First for my Bro in law American Eagle Outfitter has a massive online sale today of 30% off clearance items and I am sure there are some perfect pair of denims or loads of tee’s and pullovers that will be perfect! www.americaneagle.com
For my bro-in- laws wife aka sister in law (not sure if that’s proper of not but let’s say it is) Splendid in all their cute tee shirt and dress glory is having deliriously good markdowns Use code SP25_DEC2009 for 25% off site-wide merch, today and tomorrow only. www.splendid.com
If you don’t know about Shop It To Me you must sign up. Every day a personal shopper finds the best deals for you in your size and preferred brands. Tell them I sent you….while I was perusing today I found a plethora of darling options for my niece. With brands like Free People, Ella Moss to BCBG and many more she is going to faint from joy! www.shopittome.com
For Mom and Mom in law Ann Taylor is offering one full priced item for 40% off. That means that they each can get that sweater they were dreaming of…basic I know but…practical YES! Also their sale section is full of great finds for 50-70% off. www.anntaylor.com
For Dads or Dad in Laws Banana Republic is offering 20% off every $100 and 20% off men’s essentials online. That means that I can get these guys into some great sweaters or killer pants without pleats…. Hallelujah! www.bananarepublic.com
I bought my sister-in-law a pretty, sweater top from Ann Taylor one year. It would have been the nicest thing in her closet and most likely the most flattering but I’m not sure she ever wore it. Maybe because it didn’t fit like a bowl of rolls covered in seran wrap.
Diane, thanks for the online tips. Just finished the Vera Bradley one-day online sale (on sale items no less) for extra savings. So motivated, I began shopping for BFF 2010 b-day gifts. When it’s this easy (and on additional sale) online…why not?!
Send us more timely tips from your hectic schedule this week!
I started my Christmas shopping to this past weekend and the sales ARE amazing.
Never heard of Splendid. I gotta try that!
i love the ann taylor look on this page. that is exactyly what i want to be wearing this holdiay season.