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Top 10 Expedited Delivery Offers for Last-minute Shopping




How does Christmas creep up so quickly? If you've got last-minute gift shopping to do before this weekend, there's still hope! FreeShipping.org has compiled a comprehensive list of holiday delivery deadlines for over 100 stores, and the following 10 merchants offer expedited shipping for free or with a minimum order:

1. Apple Store
Place your order by Dec. 21 to receive free Next Day Shipping on most items, excluding custom or engraved products.

2. Roxy
Any orders received by 10 pm EST on Dec. 21 will include free 2-Day Shipping.

3. Neiman Marcus
To get free rush delivery on orders of any amount, use code NMQUICK and choose "promotional shipping" as your shipping method. This offer is valid until 11:59 am CST on Dec. 22.

4. Under Armour
Enjoy free two-day shipping on any order using promo code FREESHIP.

5. Blue Nile
Enjoy free overnight shipping on all orders - no coupon code required.

6. 6pm
Order before 1 pm PST on Dec. 22 to get free shipping and guaranteed Christmas delivery when you spend $50 or more.

7. Bass Pro Shops
When you spend $75 or more, Bass Pro Shops will upgrade your shipping method to ensure Christmas delivery at no extra cost. All orders must be in by 12 pm CST on Dec. 22 to qualify.

8. The North Face
As long as you place your order of $100 or more by 11:59 pm on Dec. 20, you'll be upgraded to 2-Day Shipping for free.

9. Cabela's
Use code WSLEIGH to get a free upgrade to Guaranteed Express Delivery on orders of $100 or more. This offer expires after 10 pm EST on Dec. 20.

10. American Eagle
Orders of $100 or more placed by 6 am EST on Dec. 21 can be upgraded to 2nd Day Shipping for only $5.

The Best Free Shipping Day Deals




Procrastinators rejoice! Today is Free Shipping Day and over 2,500 merchants are offering free shipping with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve. With deeper discounts on top of the free shipping deals from some of the most coveted beauty, fashion and shoe brands, you can get gifts on the cheap for friends and loved ones in time for the holidays.

Here's a glimpse at some of the top beauty and fashion deals available today, brought to us by money-saving expert Andrea Woroch. Be sure to hit up www.FreeShippingDay.com to activate these deals.

FASHION

  • Express - Free shipping plus 30% of all orders, plus $25 off orders of $100 or more.

  • JCrew - Free shipping and 30% off all orders.

  • Ann Taylor - Free shipping and 40% off your order.

  • Inhabit - Free overnight shipping on all orders.

  • Gap - Free shipping and 20% off your order.


BEAUTY

  • The Body Shop - Free shipping on all orders.

  • Philosophy - Free shipping on all orders.

  • Bobbi Brown - Free shipping on all orders.

  • Beauty.com - Free shipping on orders of $25 or more.

  • Sephora - Free shipping and returns on orders over $25.


SHOES

  • Shoes.com - Free shipping and free returns plus 20% off your order.

  • Puma Stores - Free 2-day shipping and free returns on all orders.

  • Hush Puppies - Free shipping plus $10 off your order.

  • ShoeBuy.com - Free shipping and returns on all orders.

  • Chinese Laundry - Free shipping on all orders.


Got a great free shipping deal? Share it in the comments!

Lunch Hour Shopping: $20 Off at BeautyMint.com




In case you haven't heard, the latest addition to the BeachMint family is called BeautyMint, created by fashion powerhouse Jessica Simpson and Beverly Hills skin care expert Nerida Joy.

If JewelMint is for jewelry, StyleMint is for tees and ShoeMint is for shoes, then (you guessed it!) BeautyMint is for beauty, specifically, a personalized monthly skin care system featuring exclusive products developed by Nerida.

Here's how it works: Start by answering a series of questions that will determine your customized skin care regimen. Then, take your pick between two packages: the Comprehensive 4-Piece System ($39.99/month) or the Advanced 5-Piece System ($49.99/month). BeautyMint.com has a satisfaction guarantee so you can return any items you're not happy with. If you would like to skip a month you can do so up to 2 days before your billing date.

I like the idea of a personalized skin care system. Since I turned the big 3-0, I feel like I could use some professional advice to pick the right items because there are so many to choose from.

Have you tried BeautyMint yet? Are you gonna? Let me know in the comments. And if you want to give it a try, use coupon code BUDGETBM to get $20 off your first month until 12/31.

Shop it online:
BeautyMint.com

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post.

Lunch Hour Shopping: Giambattista Valli for Macy's Impulse Clearance




I shouldn't be telling you this as I have yet to shop for myself, but the Giambattista Valli for Macy's Impulse collection is making its final curtain call and is now on clearance. Quantities and sizes are limited, so shop soon as I'm not sure how long these pieces will be around. Designer collabs seem to come and go so quickly these days, it's hard to keep track of what's in stores when. I've seen most pieces from the collection in person and the quality is fabulous for the price. I especially like the strapless maxi dress - it would look amazing topped with a tuxedo blazer for a fancy holiday party. Don't delay, shop what's left of the Giambattista Valli collection ASAP online or check the the clearance racks at your local Macy's store.

Shown above from left: Jersey Dress, $48.74 (down from $99); Animal Print Top, $22.99 (down from $49); Convertible Clutch, $44.99 (down from $69.00)

8 Under $30: Holiday Gifts at Francesca's Collections




The countdown to Christmas is underway, and if you're still looking for that perfect gift (raises hand), head to Francesca's Collections. Our friends at the affordable fashion boutique just launched a handy new mobile site and they've shared another exclusive coupon code for BB readers. Hooray! I had no idea Francesca's carried so many adorable gifts, like a Day of the Dead lunch bag or Kiss Me Coupon Book - unique, stylish, sometimes quirky and sure to put a smile on your friends' faces.

Keep reading for 8 great gift ideas under $30, and be sure to use code FORTUNE at checkout for 30% off a single regular priced item (online only, cannot be combined with other discounts. Expires 12/31/11).