New Sample Sales Today!! (August 10)

At HauteLook (sign up here)

Women:
Catherine Malandrino, Urban Decay, Beyond Rings Blowout, Trend Alert: Hobos and Satchels, Ivanka Trump, True Grit, Miss Oops, vfish, Strapped for Time: Watch Event, Luichiny, Hello Sunshine: Sunglass Event, Shoe Shop, Sparkle & Shine: Jewelry Favorites, Sunset on Summer: Women, Sunset on Summer: Shoes, Bubble Wand

Home:
Jeffan

At Ideeli (sign up here)

Women:
Biacci Painted Leather, cz by Kenneth Jay Lane, Dzhavael Couture, Rich & Skinny, Strike a Pose: Yoga Wear

Home:
Earth Pan, Zero Gravity

At RueLaLa (sign up here)

Women:

Mod Vellum, Hale Bob, Judith Ripka, Wanted: Always-Chic Flats, Pumps & More, Zobha, Life is Good, Rue Associate Sample Sale: Shoe Edition - Opens at 3PM ET

Home:

Taigan: Hand-Selected Home Finds, Karastan Rugs, Sweet Dreams: Pillows for Every Sleep Style 

At Modnique (sign up here)

Women:
Makeup and Skincare, Time for Luxury Style: Designer Jewelry, Most Wanted Designer Watches From $10, Top Trend: Ruby Jewelry, Lynn Ritchie, Jessica Howard, Women's Apparel: Missoni Inspired Trend Sale, Pointy Toe Pumps, Women's Fragrances, Street Chic Accessories, Street Chic Apparel, Valentino

At Gilt: (sign up here)

Women:

Watches Under $100, Final Sale Part 2: Designer Apparel Up to 85% Off, Final Sale Part 2: Handbags & More Up to 85% Off, Final Sale Part 2: Shoes Up to 85% Off, Final Sale Part 2: Up to 90% Off, Final Sale Part 2: Swimwear Up to 90% Off

Home:

It's Five O'Clock Somewhere: Islands Bar and Carts, Stylish Bath Storage Feat. Neu Home, Inspired by Film: Marie Antoinette, Platinum Collection by SF Design

At The Sample Sale (sign up here)

Women:

Designer Watches Under $99, Top-Selling Sunglasses, Summer Tops, Leyendecker &Miguelina

At Beyond the Rack: (sign up here)

Women:

Contemporary Styles, Sunglasses Boutique, Body Wrap & Fit Shape Up, All Suited Up - Tahari ASL, Kopa, Naughty Monkey & Not Rated, Schutz, Votre Nom & more: Trenchcoats, Lapis Hype and Me & Co Dresses, Sweet Sweater Styles, Pretty Prints & More, Perfect Autumn Fabrics, The Hottest Colors of Fall

Home:

Remy Oliver & Thinkkitchen, Stylish and Comfortable Bedding, Memory Foam Mattresses, Memory Foam 5pm

At My Habit: (sign up here)

Women:

Linea Pelle Jewelry, Calvin Klein Footwear, Nearly Nude Shapewear, Lulla by Bindya Scarves, Mid-Summer Staples: Zero + Maria and Paul & Joe, Linea Pelle Handbags and Accessories, Pura Lopez, I Coloniali, Handbags and Accessories Under $100

Home:

The Kid's Room, Art & Cuisine, Luxury Bath Towels by Lenox, Arda Glasswear, Badash Colorful Glass

At Ivory Trunk (sign up here)

Women:

Designer Watches Under $50, Glam Rock Timepieces Slashed, See by Chloe

New Sample Sales Today!! (August 9)

At HauteLook (sign up here)

Missoni Shoes, Robert Rodriguez, Blu Pepper, Custo Barcelona, Cloth & Stone, MRE Jewelry, San Diego Hat Company, Brocato Hair Care, Tash Limited, Groove, Summer Catch: Jewelry Finds

At Ideeli (sign up here)

Anne Klein Dress, Boston Picks, Bravo Handbags, DL 1961, Fendi, Gala Gorgeous: Evening Gowns, Gramicci, ideelSTYLE recap: Fall Trends, L.A.M.B, Laundry by Shelli Segal: Jewelry, Naya, Tart

At RueLaLa (sign up here)

Summer. Forever. Women's Sale, M Missoni, Elizabeth and James, Rue Picks: 25 Dresses for every RSVP, Mephisto Men's & Women's Footwear, Jane Marvel

My favorites from the RueLaLa Home Section:
Market Style: Vintage Inspired Finds

At Modnique (sign up here)

Coach Handbags, Coach Sunglasses, Hermes, Alex.Max Handbags, Sheri Bodell Women's Apparel, This summer bestsellers: Gemstone Jewelry, Beyond the Beauty, Antique Rivet Denim

At Gilt: (sign up here)

Final Sale Part 1: Women's Clothing up to 90% Off, Fashion Jewelry under $50,  Cynthia Steff Seamline, Ash, ADAM

At The Sample Sale (sign up here)

Barbara Bui & Oscar De La Renta, Jil Sander, Christian Bernard Timepieces

At Beyond the Rack: (sign up here)

Invicta, Diamond Accent Jewelry, Big Buddha, Mulberry, DL1961, Nine West Sweater Dresses, Cia Martima and Pily Q: Swimwear, Irresistable Tops: Luii, Hand Painted Sweaters by Adore, Bohemian Style Footwear, Bond 9

At My Habit: (sign up here)

Ted Baker Women's Shoes, Betsey Johnson Intimate Apparel, Bremenn Research Labs, Kindle Cases, Latico Handbags, Nation LTD by Jen Menchaca, Final Sale: Catherine Angiel

Also, check out Ivory Trunk (sign up here)

Sorry!!

I know I'm not really talking to many people right now as I'm just starting out, but I want to get into the habit of keeping everyone who reads this blog updated. I have not been able to post anything for the past couple of days. I've been really really sick and I'm just focusing on getting better. I'm hoping I'll be able to get a daily sample sale post out tomorrow. If I can't do that then I promise I'll do one wednesday.

I also know my posts have been super boring. I want to get to the point where I post a sample sale list once a day, regular other sale and deal updates as well as more interesting posts. I am finishing up my last couple weeks of an internship, so once that's all done I'lll have much more free time.

Again, I know there are many people for me to tell this to right now, but I just hope no one writes me off yet. There's much better and much more coming in the future! :)

"Between love and madness, lies xenophobia"

New Today on My Favorite Sample Sale Sites (August 4)

At HauteLook (sign up here)

Olive & Oak Blowout, Get Carried Away, Shoes Under $50, Necessary Objects, NYLA, Charming Statements, Guido and Mary, Rock Your Hair, Le Donne Activewear, Invicta Watch

At Ideeli (sign up here)

Ideeli Red: Contemporary Collections, Ideeli Red: Designer Apparel, Ideeli Red: Handbags& Accessories, Ideeli Red: Sandals, Ideeli Red: Denim Collections, Ideeli Red: Women's Classics, Ideeli Red: Special Sizes, Ideeli Red: Evening Dresses, Ideeli Red: Activewear, Ideeli Red: Outerwear 

At RueLaLa (sign up here)

Longchamp, The Do-It-All Jersey Dress, Charriol Watches, Elaine Turner Shoes and Handbags, Natori Intimates, There's Still Time for the Beach: Swim Sale, Let the Games Begin: Men's & Women's Activewear, Charles David, Tahari A.S.L, The Luxe List, LeSportsac

At Modnique (sign up here)

Always in Style: Chronograph Watches, Chateau Dargent, Chimento, Choice By Chimento, Hilary's Picks - Apparel, Jamie's Picks - Shoes, Karen's Picks - Accessories And Jewelry, Dolce & Gabbana Bathing Suits, Dolce & Gabbana Handbags And Accessories, Lishia's Picks - Handbags, Luardi Accessories, Merx Jewelry, Summer's End Blowout: Accessories, Summer's End Blowout: Blouses And Shirts, Week In Rewind, YSL, Bottega Veneta, Jimmy Choo, Gucci, This Summer Best Sellers: Gemstone Jewelry, Synonyme By George Rech Handbags

At Gilt: (sign up here)

Wardrobe Essentials, Z Spoke Zac Posen Handbags, Crop It: Pants, Jeans & More, Look We Love: Wedges & Espadrilles, Refresh Your Jewelry Box

At The Sample Sale (sign up here)

No New Events Today, Past Events Still Going On

At Beyond the Rack: (sign up here)

Boot Boutique, Designer Vault: Totes, ItalGem: Jewelry, BeBe, Ebene by Patrick Assuline, Wow Couture, Classique, Skinny B!tch, Police, Ed Hardy and Miss Sixty Watches

At My Habit: (sign up here)

Twinkle by Wenlan, La Croix Rousse Jewelry, Contemporary Closet: Tops, Dresses & More, a. Toy Carryalls, Going Fast: Sterling Silver Jewelry, Blush Lingerie, Rebecca Minkoff, Bensimon, Samantha Chang, Chooka Rain Boots, SeaVees, JIL SANDER NAVY Collection, Claudia Ciuti

Also, check out Ivory Trunk (sign up here)

New Today at My Favorite Sample Sale Sites! (August 3)

At HauteLook (sign up here)

BB Dakota & Jack, Single Dress, Go Couture Dress, Most Wanted: Designer Sunglasses, Summer Fridays Watch Event, Daniel Rainn & Black Rainn, Epilady, Gorgeous Gems: Jewelry Event, ANNA Shoes, Beauty For Real Cosmetics, Keds, Stephanie Johnson, GC Shoes, Pixi Beauty,  Mix & Match: Summer Favorites

At Ideeli (sign up here)

A.B.S. By Allen Schwartx Jewelry, Adrianna Papell, Ark & Co., Buckle Down, Effortless Dresses, Elise Hope, Flip For Flats, Get Fit Fashions, Going, Going, Gone: shoes, Jessica Simpson, Kaylah Designs, Kensie: Lingerie and Sleepwear, Layers to Love, Leota, Marc New York, Margaret O'Leary, Swiss Legend Mania: watches, Tommy Girl, True Religion, Vertigo Paris, Work Custom

At RueLaLa (sign up here)

Tommy Bahama Men’s & Women’s, Ariat Men’s & Women’s, Vera Bradley, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses, Jean-Michel Cazabat, Infinite Possibilities: Mix and Match Separates, For Frill Seekers: Le Pink, MELTON, and Little Mass, Best All Around: Show-Stealing Dresses (Opens at 3pm EST)

At Modnique (sign up here)

Shades of Grey, Vintage and Antique One-Of-A-Kind Jewelry, Jessica Taylor and Second Skin Dresses, Louis Vuitton: Custom Swarovski Bejeweled Styles, Versace Sunglasses, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Jewelry Box Must Haves, Back to School

At Gilt: (sign up here)

Blush Lingerie, Jewelry Boxes by Wolf Designs, Missoni Shoes, Trina Turk, Boho Summer Style featuring Antik Batik, Meredith Wendell Belts & Bags, 91 Point Champagne with Union Jack Sleeve, Friendship Bracelets by Ettika, Draped Dresses

At The Sample Sale (sign up here)

Shoes For Days, Fashion Jewelry, Invicta Watches, More New Watches, Ceramic Watches

At Beyond the Rack: (sign up here)

Proenza Schouler: handbags, key looks for fall, Charles Albert Booties, Designer Handbag Showcase, Donna Di Capri, Attitude Line, Chloe and more, Ballet Flats – back to school

At My Habit: (sign up here)

Shashi Jewelry, Calvin Klein, Repechage, Marni Jewelry, Andrew Marc Collection, Pumps Under $100, Whit, Julie Brown Outdoor, Olivia Harris Handbags, Maptote, Parker, Foley + Corinna Handbags, Badgley Mischka Evening Shoes, Marais, ME! Bath, Stuart Weitzman

Also, check out Ivory Trunk (sign up here)

DEAL ALERT: 50% off for all new members at Tobi!!

I've already written a post about the adorable clothes at awesome prices at Tobi.com .. and now they're giving 50% off to all new members! Don't miss out! Sign up here!

Current Sales and Coupon Codes! (July 31)

Sales:

All Hollister Jeans on sale

All Abercrombie Jeans on sale

Coupon Codes:

First Time Customers Take %15 off at Couture Candy with the coupon code: LOVE
(Ends Aug 5) Get a Free Getaway Bag with orders over $75 at Vistorias Secret with code: ESCAPE75
(Ends Aug 7) Get Free Shipping on orders over $100 at Vistorias Secret with code: SHIP12
(Ends Aug 21) $5 off orders over $30 at Charlotte Russe with code: MAKEOVER5

Splurge or Save: BB Creams (Smashbox vs. Garnier)

BB creams are HUGE right now. BB creams are essentially tinted moisturizers with skincare ingredients in. I've always been more of a tinted moisturizer girl, saving foundation for when I go out, so I obviously jumped on the BB cream band wagon immediately. Tinted moisturizer (essentially) that's good for your skin! What's not to love? 

Now, on to the reviews:

Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream SPF 35 - $39

Image from: here
Buy it Here - $39.00
Try it Here - $19.50

I got this BB Cream because I've heard such great things about it from other people, but, honestly, I don't think it lives up to the hype. Maybe it's just my skin, but it looked chalky when it went on and it made my skin look dull and tired. 

I also couldn't find a color that worked for my skin tone. I'm fair skinned with freckles that multiply during the summer (that's the closest I get to a tan). I tried the BB cream in light, because it looked like the right shade in the store, but when I actually had it on for a while, it oxidized and looked WAY too orange. I went back and tried it in fair, but I looked dead with that one on.

Needless to say this isn't my favorite BB cream ever, but it does have some redeeming qualities. First of all, the fact that it has SPF 35 is awesome, because protection from the sun is really important. It also does give really good coverage for what it is, and I know a lot of people love it for this reason. That could be one of the reasons I'm being so hard on it, as I don't typically like a lot of coverage during the day, but it may be worth looking at for those of you who do like more coverage. Finally, it comes in five different shades (Fair, Light, Light Medium, Medium and Dark), which is better than Garnier's shade selection.

Image from: here
Buy it Here

Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream -  $12

Ok. I love this BB Cream. First of all, it smells amazing, which isn't a make or break thing for me, but its always good to love the smell of what you're putting on your face. 

What I love most about this BB cream is how natural it looks. It gives just enough coverage to even out your skin tone, but not so much that it looks like you're wearing a lot of make up. It glides onto your skin very smoothly and gives a really pretty glowing finish. (warning: I do not have oily skin, and I'm not entirely sure if it would work as well on oily skin)

There are a few downsides: First of all, I wish it had a higher SPF, but 15 is better than nothing. Secondly, it only comes in two shades from what I know (Light/Medium and Medium/Deep) and, while the Light/Medium works perfectly for my skin tone right now, I'm afraid it's going to be too dark in the winter. Over all I like this product much better than the Smashbox one though. 

And so, the Splurge or Save consensus is....

SAVE!!

The less expensive brand wins this one. There is no need to spend the extra money!

My New Favorite Online Store! TOBI

I just discovered what may be my new best friend. It's an online clothing store called Tobi.

They carry a huge selection of clothes at a variety of different price points, and they're all SO CUTE.
You can find great deals across all of their regularly priced items, but my favorite part of this store is the SALE SECTION! I'm sorry, J-brand jeans for $50 something, I don't know if life could get any better.