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BB Exclusive: Save 15 Percent at Mimi's The Look for Less




As the name suggests, Mimi's The Look for Less is an online boutique that offers designer jewelry looks for less, from J.Crew's bubble necklace to David Yurman's cable ring. The quality is nowhere near that of the originals, but the affordable prices mean you can add a little sparkle to your day without a big investment.

Mimi's sent me a few items to try out for myself, including some neon stud earrings and a faux-leather wrap bracelet. I wouldn't have selected these items for myself, but it was a thoughtful gesture, proving Mimi's has courteous customer service. Also, they've extended a coupon code to BB readers in case you're looking for a little bling yourself. The code is BUDGETBABE, and it will be good for 15% off your entire order thru August 3, 2012.

Here, my top picks:

1. Tangerine Double Drop Statement Necklace, $48
2. Orange and Gold Circle Earrings with Diamond Center, $18
3. Cable and Crystal Ring with Black Stone, $32
4. Coral and Gold Enamel Stretch Bracelet, $20
5. Mixed Metals Watch, $25

Lunch Hour Shopping: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale




As a budget fashion blogger, I would be remiss if I did not remind you about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale which is going on now through August 6th. But the truth is, I just can't bring myself to think about fall fashion just yet. Who knows what kind of boots I'll want to slip on when the leaves start to fall? Or what color coat I'll want to wrap myself in when chilly winds begin to blow? Nonetheless, Nordstrom wants us to plan ahead, and they're offering the best prices of the season on dozens of new fall fashions to encourage us to shop now. The early bird gets the best deal, so don't be like me - head to Nordstrom.com now if you haven't already and get started on your chicest fall wardrobe to date.

{Shown above: My top picks would include... 1) BP Runway Boot, $89.90 (after sale $129.95); 2) bebe Mixed Media Trench Coat, $119.90 (after sale $198); 3) Vince Camuto Parker Satchel, $218 (after sale $328)}


Have you shopped the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale already? What did you buy?

Barneys New York is Bringing Their Warehouse Sale Online


Barneys New York is Bringing Their Warehouse Sale Online

For the first time, the legendary Barneys New York Warehouse Sale is going digital! Once reserved for savvy New Yorkers, this right of passage among fashionistas is going to be open to shoppers across the country come August 2012.

The exact launch date is yet unknown, but you can sign up for early access at barneyswarehouse.com and get a head start with a day of exclusive preview shopping by signing up for email news from Barneys New York. Barneyswarehouse.com will bring you the best of Barneys' seasonal sale, featuring goods from MAJOR designers, at discounts of up to 75% off.

Barneys will still be hosting the physical Warehouse Sale shoppers know and love in New York, August 23 - September 3 at the 17th Street Barneys New York location.

Kohl's Introduces Back-to-School Facebook Flash Sales




Starting tomorrow July 20, Kohl's is launching back-to-school weekly Facebook-exclusive Flash Sales. Every Monday through Wednesday through September 7, Kohl's is letting readers "Like" the item they want to see in a Facebook Flash Sale. Kohl's will tally the votes, and the most-liked item will be featured in that Friday's Flash Sale.

This week, the first item Kohl's Facebook Fans have chosen for the Friday Flash Sale is a Lauren Conrad Tiered Cami on sale for just $19.99 (shown above). It's a cute top but what I'd really like to see in a Flash Sale are these LC Lauren Conrad platform sandals. Yum.

Simply visit the Kohl's Facebook page starting at 9 a.m. CST Friday morning to shop this deal. Price is valid until 7 p.m. CST or until supplies last.

July Highlights at FreeBeautyEvents.com




Below are some of the July highlights featured on FreeBeautyEvents.com, the website that lists free beauty events happening in your area.

For example, Walgreens will be having their 'SaturDate with Beauty' with Sally Hansen. Beauty Advisors will be showing customers how to apply Sally Hansen’s new Magnetic Nail Polish. This is the perfect time to go as the nail polish will be on sale and the beauty advisers will also be passing out great coupons.

Plus, Free Beauty Events is hosting another fabulous giveaway. This month's prize includes Dr. LeWinn by Kinerase Lift & Resculpt Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream, Dr. LeWinn by Kinerase Lift & Resculpt Serum XK, and Sally Hansen Moisturizing Foot Creme. Enter here.

Please note: I received free beauty product samples in conjunction with this post.