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Sunday, December 13, 2015

Bargainista Style; My $1,897 Alice + Olivia Voloshin Embellished Lace Dress...That Cost $119!

I can't tell you how many people asked to see more of my Alice + Olivia Voloshin dress. Thank you to my amazing reader, Julia who found the dress online so I could see that it retailed for a whopping $1,897. And to think I was mad that they priced it as a gown at the sample sale for $119 instead of a embellished dress for $99 LOL. Definitely worth the extra twenty bucks.
Once again it was unseasonably warm so I was able to step outside in short sleeves without a problem. My super talented niece, Meira, shot me so I didn't have to bug my poor husband or kids.








From head to toe:
  • Earrings: A.V. Max spiked ear climber, sample sale, $4
  • Eyes: Korres Volcanic Liner and Korres Professional Mascara, free (thanks Korres!)
  • Lips: MAC Victoriana, Isabel & Ruben Toledo collab, $17.50 (free with Nordstrom Notes)
  • Dress: Alice + Olivia Voloshin, sample sale, $119 (retail $1,897!)
  • Bracelet: A.V. Max beaded rocker jewel cuff, sample sale, $10 (retail $105!)
  • Bag: Maison Du Posh python skull clutch, Century 21, $46 (90% off sale - retailed for $1300!)
  • Shoes: Charlotte Olympia Agent Provocateur Bellatrix, sample sale, $150 (retail $895)

This look easily retailed for over $4,000 and it was $329 OOP for me :)

I also decided that going forward I'm gonna need a cropped black fur coat for this dress so I'm on the hunt.

Linking some of these pieces (and similar) for you to see how much other people actually paid for them LOL.


I think this dress may be my favorite sample sale find this year - and this year has been pretty amazing. I'll be sure to do a roundup of all my faves before the end of the year. For those who have been following along, what are your favorites?

XOXO
Shoppinggal
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Friday, March 13, 2015

Finally! My Century 90% off keepers :)

Now that sale season is finally over I'm catching up and sharing some of my amazing deals. You saw what didn't work for me on my blog sale, and a few pieces I teased on Instagram...now see what I kept :) 




 

This time I tried my best to not buy everything in sight. It was REALLY hard. Especially with receipts like this one...


Yes, I save over $8,000 on this transaction LOL.


I really was good. For example, when I spotted this Valentino clutch I got really excited - until I realized that I would be buying it just for the name. It was dirty and stud-less so I passed.





Instead I made a better choice with this Maison Du Posh python skull clutch. For $46 I walked away with a $1300 piece - in perfect condition. Stores like C21 really helps diversify my collection with designers that not everyone has.




Not everything I own is "super-designer." (That's my term for anything better than bridge designers. Tory Burch, Coach and the like are considered bridge.) I do try to elevate my wardrobe with every purchase these days but sometimes the cheaper stuff will do :)

This Natasha lucite clutch was only $7 so I figured, why not? I'm a sucker for a blue bag...and the ombre sealed the deal.





I do love a blue accessory - this $875 Janis Savitt multi-strand swarovski necklace came out to less than $20!




For $2.50 I got me and my SIL matching necklaces. I also got her these cute Steve Madden moto boots for less than $12 :)




So let's talk shoes :) I had already picked up 4 pairs at 75% off but at 90% I take everything that fits.

Yes, I did already buy these in green at 75% off but would you leave $35 Sergio Rossi strassed sandals in your size behind? I didn't think so.

Truthfully the green ones are pristine and these aren't (considering dyeing them) but again, $35!!!




OK, I know what you're thinking - another pair of nude satin shoes? (and I did just get the penny Pedro Garcia ones at the Rack...) The answer is yes, when they are Lanvin and under $29!





I know these B by Brian Atwoods are a little tight but they were $10. Insane.




Got these bright pink Emus for when my daughter is bigger. For $9 it's totally worth saving ahead.




I really need a flat black boot but I keep finding them with higher heels LOL. Michael Kors collection boots for $46? Yes, please!







And I may have gone a little nuts with in the bootie department. Starting from the top going clockwise; Chloe $40, Donna Karan $26 and Alberto Ferma $18. The funny thing about the Donna Karans is that they missing the tags so they weren't going to sell them to me. Luckily I pulled out my smartphone and showed them my blog, where I had previously posted this style (with the tag!) when they were 75% off. Lucky me! Found them cheaper and this time in my size!





And last but not least, these Paola Ferri black booties were just $16! I've been eying Rag and Bones for a while. Guess I don't need 'em anymore LOL. The studded leather gloves are one of my favorite purchases this round. I actually picked up one pair at 75% off ($11.25) and another at 90% ($4.50). I was thinking about returning the 75% off ones but I decided to keep both because they are amazing.



Found the runway shot from my $3090 Hache leather jacket. I practically stole it for $73 and even got into a fight with another woman over it (she tried to take it from me). It was from their Fall/Winter 2013 collection.




Charles Chang Lima black sheath - $22.77. Needs a new zipper but I love the corset details on this dress so I figure it will be worth the investment.







Valentina Shah 2013 Fall Winter faux wrap dress with leather detail, $28.71 :)





I guess I wasn't supposed to pull the leather thru and tie it LOL.






I spotted this Philosophy dress at 75% and was thrilled to find it for 90%, just $25.74!





I know it's a little similar to this Philosophy dress that I couldn't resist at 75% but it's a different fabrication so it's for a different season. I'm totally obsessed with the dress pictured below. So excited for Spring!




And now a few things I got for my boys. Reebok sneakers for my giant footed son for $4!




DH has been asking for a new leather jacket for a while. This one may be too cool for him but we're gonna give it a try anyway. Andrew Marc x Richard Chai $1195 leather moto jacket, $60!






 For my brother (who also wanted a moto jacket) I found this $1,500 Zegna for $65.





I also restocked my winter accessory bin with lots of cashmere and leather for 90% off! These first two pieces were 75% (should have waited a day) but they were gone at 90% so I was happy to pay the $6 and $10 for them.




Now for my wheel of $2.89-$4.60 gloves :)




And you'll remember from Instagram my $8 Missoni earmuffs and $4 Blumarine gloves :)




Pretty sure this $9 Qi Cashmere blue and purple scarf is for men but I'll have no problem wearing it.




My kids are always loosing hats. For $3.50, I don't mind so much, even if they are Portolano Cashmere.




Last but not least I picked up a rainbow of these cowl neck scarves by Echo for less than $2 each! Good news is that I got an extra in red - and I'm giving it away on Instagram! Click HERE for more details :)




Other than a few odds and ends (like $1.99 Ralph Lauren Ts for my brother and husband and a few $2-5 pieces for my girls) that's pretty much it.

Just wanted to thank everyone who purchased from my blog sale. All proceeds paid for all my new stuff - so thanks! There are a few pieces left so I'll be moving some of it to my Insta selling account @shoppinggalscloset over the next few days - with a few new pieces too!

Have a great weekend and happy shopping!
-Shoppinggal
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