OMG I Just Bought...

I don’t know about you, but when I go shopping and find something really awesome, I can’t wait to tell everyone I know because a) I want others to be as impressed with my shopping prowess as I am and b) I want my friends to purchase that item too – so they can share in my retail euphoria. When someone compliments something I’m wearing, even though I know "Thank you" would suffice, I launch into a soliloquy – rattling off the designer, where I bought it, how much I paid and the coupon I used (I’m a coupon crazy nut).

If you’re like me and love to spill the deets on your shopping feats, here’s a website to add to your Favorites list...

At OMG I just bought… you confess your most recent purchases for a chance to win weekly prizes from your favorite stores. How fun is that?

I just posted about my recent fedora purchase at Banana Republic and about the super cute flats I scored this past weekend at DSW. Go me!

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40% Off at Banana Republic

For a few weeks, I was eyeing up a fedora at Banana Republic. While Mr. Spoiled Pretty and I were shopping there one day and I was waiting for him to pay for his khaki shorts, I perused the racks and tried on some hats. I always thought fedoras were a little pretentious in an "I'm trying hard to look effortlessly hip" kind of way - so I was shocked by how hard I fell for this hat. But I wasn't crushing on its $45 price tag (I'm cheap).

So I left the hat in the store - and that bastard haunted my dreams for weeks - until I returned to the store and adopted it. In fact, I bought two different styles (the ones pictured) because I was equally smitten and couldn't make a decision to save my life (I'm a Libra, so this happens quite often). Lucky for me, my co-worker had given me a coupon for 30% off - so my purchase wasn't such a big blow to my wallet. But to be honest, I wear these fedoras so often that even if I had paid full price, it would have been worth it. They up the cool factor of almost any outfit - and I get at least one compliment (from friends and strangers on the street) every time I wear them.

The reason why I'm telling you all this is because Banana Republic is having a "Power Lunch" sale today. For three hours, you can get 40% off your full-priced purchase - in stores and online (enter promo code BRPOWER at checkout). So if you've been eyeing up anything at Banana, now's your time to pounce.

You're welcome...and happy shopping!

GAP Give & Get 2011: 30% Off Coupon

Yesterday, I made a killing at Banana Republic - all in the name of charity.

You see, right now, GAP is having its Give & Get program. You get 30% off your ENTIRE purchase at GAP, GAP Outlet, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Banana Republic Factory Stores - and GAP will donate 5% of what you spend to a nonprofit organization.

Yesterday, I stocked up on some chic spring essentials, including:

You, too, can simultaneously get your shop on and support a worthy cause. Here's a printable coupon, good through Sunday, March 20, 2011.

The Top I Wore On TV Is From Banana Republic

Since I posted the video from my most recent television appearance, I have received numerous emails and messages commenting on the cuteness of my blouse.

A few weeks ago, I saw the top on the sale rack (you know I can't resist a discount) at Banana Republic, and it spoke to me. It whispered, "I would look so yummy on tv...buy me!" So I did.

The Silk Tiered Top ($39.99 - 59.99) comes in four colors and is available in regular, petite and tall sizes.

The Cutest Skirt In America

Today on my lunch break, I popped into Banana Republic for some "window shopping." But my intentions of looking but not buying flew out of window when I spotted this Cotton Essential Skirt. The gathered, elastic waistband is so adorable, it pretty much dictates that you tuck in the top you pair it with; it's such a fantastic detail, it almost serves as a belt. The inverted pleat in front is another nice touch. And the pockets...well, they pretty much sold me on this skirt. I love anything with pockets.

What I love most about this piece is its verastility. Wear it with a silk blouse, kitten heels and pearls for an office-appropriate ensemble. Or top it off with a simple tank and slip on some gladiator sandals for an urban chic look.

Though it pained me to pay full price for this skirt (I have a magnetic attraction to sale racks and keep coupons on my person at all times), I couldn't bring myself to loosen my kung fu grip and return it to the display table. So now it's hanging in my closet...at least until tomorrow. I can't wait any longer to wear it. And after I get paid, I might return to the scene of the crime and pick up another one - in Mountain Blue.

This photo really doesn't do it justice. Let's just say that when I brought the skirt back to the office and showed off my new find, two of my co-workers were talking about making a beeline for Banana Republic.

Flat Out Fabulous

How sick are these flats? Yesterday, my sister and I met up with Amber (home for the holidays) at the Willow Grove Mall - and we all fell in love with these Whitney Patent Flats at Banana Republic. They're very Michelle Obama, no?

I'm also jonesing for these blinged-out J. Crew Metallic Mesh Flip-Flops. I've eyed them up during my last two trips to the store. Next time, I'm bringing them home with me.

Take An Extra 20% Off Already Reduced Prices at BananaRepublic.com

Take an extra 20% off already reduced prices at BananaRepublic.com. Enter promo code EXTRA20 at checkout to redeem the discount. Offer ends March 29, 2009.