Chic on the Cheap

Free Money!

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:20:00 -0400

I know that everyone here on Tumblr is already pretty well versed in how to get a good deal online, but I wanted to just share all the sites I love to put some extra cash in your wallet, while also buying some really cute stuff:

1. Ebates - If you aren’t already signed up for Ebates, stop reading this post and do it now. I have literally gotten hundreds of dollars of cash back from them, just for buying things online. You just have to remember to go through Ebates first when you are about to make a purchase somewhere!

2. Plink- If you love Ebates, you’ll love Plink (it’s basically Ebates, but for “offline” purchases - and you get gift certificates instead of cash). You just need to sign up for the site and link the credit card that you use regularly to a select number of retailers you go to frequently. Every time you spend money at those retailers with that credit card, you get Plink points. You can turn your Plink points into gift certificates at a ton of different places, including Amazon.com. I have received and used Plink certificates, so I promise it works!

3. Retail Me Not- I always double check Retail Me Not before buying anything online, just to make sure there isn’t a coupon code I missed. They tend to have codes that you may not find on Ebates.

4. Freeflys - Well, this site doesn’t give you free money, but it does give you free stuff. Freeflys will send you e-mails that consolidate all kinds of different offers from companys for samples or coupons for free products. It’s always fun to get free stuff in the mail, and I’ve never had to pay for S&H for any item I’ve gotten from Freeflys.

And for what it’s worth, I know absolutely every retailer in the world wants you to sign up for some kind of “rewards” card with them. The ones that I think are actually worthwhile that I use all the time are CVS Rewards and DSW Rewards. You never have to have the physical card, and both regularly give you gift certificates to the retailers that don’t require a minimum purchase.

Sephora’s Beauty Insider Program is also worth signing up for (it is free and all), though to me it feels like it takes awhile to build up points just to get small samples of their products.

If anyone has other great links to share to get free money and free stuff, let me know!

Eliza J Print Fit & Flare Dress - $54.97, Nordstrom Rack I...

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:58:31 -0400

Eliza J Print Fit & Flare Dress - $54.97, Nordstrom Rack

I absolutely love the pop of color from the hot pink belt on this black and white printed dress. Eliza J never disappoints in the cute dress department.

Kate Spade “Carlisle Street Stacy” Wallet - $51.20,...

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:43:00 -0400

Kate Spade “Carlisle Street Stacy” Wallet - $51.20, Nordstrom

I finally splurged on a Kate Spade wallet at the outlet a couple of years ago, and they really last forever. This one is discounted from $128, and you’ll get 14% cash back on your purchase through Ebates!

I absolutely love this striped, flowy dress that Heidi Klum wore...

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:37:19 -0400

I absolutely love this striped, flowy dress that Heidi Klum wore to the beach, though it’s hard to tell if it would be as flattering for non-supermodels. For a similar look, try this Moa Moa dress from Dillard’s.

Look for Less: Polka Dot Skirt An elastic waist skirt and tank...

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:45:00 -0400

Look for Less: Polka Dot Skirt

An elastic waist skirt and tank is a great alternative to a traditional pool cover up. If you like J. Crew’s Linen-Cotton Mini ($65), check out Target’s Xhiliration Belted Skirt ($20) for a look for less.

Mossimo Nina Braided Thong - $22.99, Target I spotted these at...

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:40:18 -0400

Mossimo Nina Braided Thong - $22.99, Target

I spotted these at Target the other day and absolutely love them. Plus, you can currently save 10% if you spend $50 on select swimswear and sandals!

Red Carpet Style: Emma Stone in Michael Kors On the red carpet...

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:04:00 -0400

Red Carpet Style: Emma Stone in Michael Kors

On the red carpet for the Gilda’s Club Benefit in NYC, Emma Stone wore a cream blouse and lace ankle pants, both from Michael Kors.

Sunfest Tote Bag - FREE with Any $29 Purchase, DSW (code...

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:49:00 -0400

Sunfest Tote Bag - FREE with Any $29 Purchase, DSW (code SUNFEST)

I was already buying a pair of shoes for my husband from DSW, so I decided to check out Retail Me Not for any good coupons. Turns out I can get this adorable beach tote for free with my order! Your order just has to be $29 or more, and the tote itself is usually $25.

Factory Clare Cardigan - $19.99, J. Crew Factory with code...

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:16:00 -0400

Factory Clare Cardigan - $19.99, J. Crew Factory with code SALE30 (also available in other colors)

I bought one of these cardigans the last time that J. Crew had a sale, and I absolutely love it. I think it may be my favorite cardigan I own - that’s saying a lot, because I own way more colored cardigans than any one person needs.

Tampa Floral Dress - $14.99, Francesca’s An adorable...

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:36:00 -0400

Tampa Floral Dress - $14.99, Francesca’s

An adorable floral-print dress for the beach for less than $15? It doesn’t get much better than that (just add it to your cart to get this price).

Steve Madden P-Kart Sandal - $37.46, Francesca’s I love...

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:32:00 -0400

Steve Madden P-Kart Sandal - $37.46, Francesca’s

I love Steve Madden shoes, and Francesca’s has some really cute SM sandals for summer, all on sale for 25% off.

Daily Outfit: Birthday Bump I am 29 today, and Baby L is 26...

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:26:00 -0400

Daily Outfit: Birthday Bump

I am 29 today, and Baby L is 26 weeks!

A beautiful Stella and Dot necklace for my birthday. Thanks so...

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:18:48 -0400

A beautiful Stella and Dot necklace for my birthday. Thanks so much @the-orangutan-nie!

Erica Annenberg Venteux Satchel - $86 (originally $395), Haute...

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:33:00 -0400

Erica Annenberg Venteux Satchel - $86 (originally $395), Haute Look

Tumblr, I think you’ve convinced me. I may be buying this as a birthday present to myself. But the real question is - in what color?

I am currently lusting over every outfit from Gap Maternity....

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:21:24 -0400

I am currently lusting over every outfit from Gap Maternity. I’ll take one of each!

Get 14% cash back on Gap with Ebates; and 30% off your purchase with code GAP30

Cobble Hill Leslie - $169 (originally $428), Kate Spade I think...

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:58:00 -0400

Cobble Hill Leslie - $169 (originally $428), Kate Spade

I think that you would get a great value for your money with this bag. And it is definitely big enough to fit everything you’d need to bring to work! It is also available in black and a pale blue.

Kate Spade Surprise Sale: Up to 75% Off! Kate Spade has a lot of...

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:54:00 -0400

Kate Spade Surprise Sale: Up to 75% Off!

Kate Spade has a lot of great stuff on sale right now, these are some of my favorites:

Kellie Dress, $99 (originally $378)
Strike Your Fancy Idiom Bangle, $25 (originally $58)
Pasadena Zippered Chrissy Wristlet, $49 (originally $128)
Horseshoe Cove Magazine Tote, $99 (originally $348)

Xhiliration Fit & Flare Dress - $24.99, Target I certainly...

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:59:28 -0400

Xhiliration Fit & Flare Dress - $24.99, Target

I certainly don’t need another floral dress or polka dot dress, but how cute is the “Meditation Geometry” print?

G by Giuliana Rancic Colorblocked Dress - $59.90, QVC I have...

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:51:00 -0400

G by Giuliana Rancic Colorblocked Dress - $59.90, QVC

I have never bought any clothes from QVC, but Giuliana does have some cute options in her collection. I especially love the yellow and pink dress!

I am loving the pattern on both of these dresses from the...

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:10:00 -0400

I am loving the pattern on both of these dresses from the BCBGeneration sale on Haute Look today ($49 - $54).