Online Shopping

December 8, 2008

For those of you who are planning on purchasing gifts this holiday season, BGG has been notified of a few outstanding promotions and sales! Although we are living in definitely scary economic times, some people are steadfast in their tradition of shopping for friends & family. So if you’re going to shop, it’s my duty to at least share some of the best deals available!

Macy’s – Click here for a 20% Friends & Family discount valid from Dec. 10-15th.

Miss Jessie’s – Click here for a Buy One Get One Free offer valid now until Dec. 21st.

Someonespoilme.com – Click here and enter STYLEWATCH for 20% off all merchandise.

Nine West – Click here to take an additional 30% off all sale merchandise.

Mandee clothing store is having a Style Star contest where you can be eligible to win $200 worth of clothes. Click here for more details. Plus, 5 lucky BGG readers will receive a $20 Mandee’s gift card.

Also, when shopping online, don’t forget to Google your store of choice with keywords such as, “coupons,” “discounts,” and “promotions” to get the absolute best savings on your merchandise. Stay tuned for the BGG financially-friendly gift guide!

Have you started your holiday shopping? Do you do most of it online or in-store?

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Great Tips for Shopping Online

April 23, 2008

As you can probably guess, I do a lot of online shopping. I’m one step away from being an bonafide online shopping adddict! I can spend hours browsing through the endless photos of tops, dresses, jackets, accessories, jewelry, beauty products, linens and everything in between.

What’s better than shopping in your PJs in the comfort of your own home? Plus, online stores never close – they’re always open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Thanks Kitty Vodka for inspiring me to write this piece. 🙂

Do you shop online? If so, how often?

Check out some of my tips for an awesome online experience:

1. When you’re ready to buy something from a seller, make sure that the site is safe and legit. When you’re asked to provide payment information, the beginning of the website’s URL address should change from http to shttp or https, indicating that the purchase is encrypted or secured.

2. Google the words “promo codes” and the online store of your choice. There are bound to be great discounts on certain items, shipping, etc. found on websites such as: www.retailmenot.com and www.cashbaq.com.

3. Visit www.shopstyle.com if you’re looking for a particular item. For instance, if you’re on the hunt for a black, sleeveless, satin dress, this site will show all dresses fitting that description that’s available on the web. It’s a one-stop shop for all things fashion.

4. Be sure to read the online store’s return, refund and shipping policy. Most are very accommodating and even come with prepaid return labels in case that “must-have” Alice & Olivia dress doesn’t look quite as chic in-person.

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