Monday, October 30, 2006

Sales This Week- LA, NY, DALLAS, SF

LOS ANGELES

Monica's on Broxton


Check out this sale – you can save up to 60 percent on James Perse and Splendid. They also have other great labels such as Citizens of Humanity, Ella Moss and Theory.

Location:
1009 Broxton Avenue
Westwood

Call for more information- 310-443-7676

Pickett Fences


Find great deals on Diane von Furstenberg skirts and denim from Big Star, Chip and Pepper, Joie and more.

Location:
214 North Larchmont Blvd.

Call for more information -323-467-2140

SAN FRANCISCO


Billion Dollar Babes

This great s ample sale will feature brands such as Jimmy Choo, Plein Sud and more on Friday November 3 and Saturday November 4.

Location:
1300 Van Ness Street

For more information and tickets, visit :

NEW YORK


Shelly and Renee


You can find deals up to 85 percent off of great designer items from Marc Jacobs, Missoni, Blumarine and more. This sale happens once a yearÂ…and it will run from Thursday November 2-Wednesday November 15.

Location:
140 West 57th St., 9th Fl.

Call for more information: 732-539-8750

DALLAS

Monique L'Huillier at Tootsies


Stop by Tootsies to check out the ready-to-wear trunk show on Thursday, November 2 to Saturday, November 4.

Location:
8300 Preston Road

Call for more information and times: 214-696-9993

Monday, October 23, 2006

Sales This Week- LA, NY, CHICAGO, SF

LOS ANGELES

Meg

You can find sexy tops, fitted skirts, festive dresses and more from 30 to 80 percent off.

Location:
8362 W. 3rd St.

Call 323-653-3972 for more information


Bloomingdale's


You can find dresses by Marc by Marc Jacobs on sale, along with dresses from Max Studio and tops from BCBG.

Location:
Beverly Center: 8500 Beverly Blvd.

Call 310-360-2700 for more information

NEW YORK

Oliver Peoples

Once a year, Oliver Peoples has a great sale, with discounts up to 60 percent on some styles. The sale is on from Friday, October 27 to Sunday, October 29.

Location:
755 Madison Avenue

Call for more information: 212-585-3433


SAN FRANCISCO


J.Crew

You can save up to 75 percent at the J. Crew sale.

Location:
865 Market St.

Call for more information: 415-546-6262

CHICAGO


Flirt

Save up to 20 percent on all black items storewide (in honor of Halloween!) on Sunday, October 29.

Location:
3449 N. Southport Ave.

Call 773-935-4789 for more information

THANKS DIVAS- HAPPY SHOPPING AND HAPPY SAVING!

Finance Tip for this week- Understanding Credit Cards

Hello Divas, I know that we all have credit cards and know how to use them of course, but do we all know how to manage them? We found a great resource for understanding credit cards- it is an online brochure, aptly named,“Understanding Credit Cards” published by the American Financial Services Association Education Foundation (AFSAEF). The free brochure can be downloaded from the foundation's website, www.afsaef.org.

Here are some tips from the brochure for managing credit cards:

Do not charge more than you can afford to repay.

Pay your bill on time to avoid fees and a possible increase in your cards' interest rates.

Be aware that paying only the minimum each month may mean it takes you a long time to pay off your balance.

Maintain the best credit record possible so you will be offered the best rates.

Decide in advance how you will use your credit card - whether it's for emergencies only or for routine purchases.

Understand the terms, conditions and costs for a credit card before you select one for your use.

Know where your credit card is at all times; don't leave it lying around.

Make a central record of your credit cards and keep it in a safe place (other than your wallet).

Keep track of your credit card purchase receipts so you can check them against your monthly statement.

Destroy receipts and statements once you no longer need them.

Thanks Divas- remember to Shop Smart and Be Fabulous!

Monday, October 16, 2006

Finance Tip for This Week- Invest More

Hi Divas, in the post below you can check out some great local sales...but we also want you to be smart with your money!
Did you know that on average, women earn 76 cents for every dollar men earn in the workplace? Women also on average spend about seven years out of the workforce to raise children. This means that with lower pay and less time in the workforce, women end up with smaller investment portfolios than men. Which leads us to our tip for this week- INVEST MORE. If your employer has a plan, join it and invest the maximum that you can. And, as always, consult with your financial advisor to create a plan that will work for you!

Sales This Week - LA, NY, SF and Chicago

LOS ANGELES

JamiLyn
JamiLyn is having a shopping event on October 17 to benefit the Breast Program at UCLA. Great deals on everything from accessories to True Religion jeans.

Location:
227 South Robertson Blvd.

Call for more information: 310-794-5640
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SAN FRANCISCO

Chaiken
Chaiken is having a semi-annual sample sale on Wednesday October 18 and Thursday October 19 from noon to 6 PM. Find deals up to 50 percent off from this amazing designer.

Location:
116 New Montgomery St., Ste. 820


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CHICAGO:

Flirt
Shop for amazing deals on Saturday, October 21 and Sunday October 22. You can save up to 15 percent on your total purchase- from tops, bottoms and accessories.

Location:
3449 N. Southport Ave.

Call for more information: 773-935-4789

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NEW YORK

Built by Wendy
From Friday, October 20 to Sunday, October 22, this fun designer is having a sale on last year's fall collection- you can find deals up to 80 percent off.

Location:
36 North 6th. Street

Call for more information: 718-384-2882

Friday, October 13, 2006

Underground Denim Sale- Los Angeles

For those of you in Los Angeles (or who may be traveling there!) here is a great sale to check out- they will have designer jeans, sweats and more- samples, seconds and overruns...

Underground Denim
140 West 21st. Street
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone: (213) 749-1203

Remember to tell them you read about it on Deals For Divas...

Sunday, October 08, 2006

Great Sales in Los Angeles This Week

Chanel, Gucci and more up to 75% OFF at Clothes Heaven

Check out this sale with designers to appeal to everyone- Prada, Armani, Dior, Missoni and many more.

This sale ends on October 17.
Location: Clothes Heaven
111 East Union Street
Pasadena, CA 91103

Call for more information -(626) 440-0929

Wednesday, October 04, 2006

Steps to Setting Your Financial Goals

Hello Divas, we hope you are saving a ton of money with all of the great deals we are showing you! We also hope you are thinking about your finances- to get you started, here are a few simple steps to help you set your financial goals...

1) Write down your financial goals- Identify and make a list of your financial goals. Do you want to buy a new car? Buy a house? Pay off your debt? Go on a vacation? Buy a new DVF dress?

2) Categorize each goal into short term (less than 1 year) medium term (1-4 years) and long term (5 or more years)

3) Start educating yourself! Read the Wall Street Journal, buy a Suze Orman book, talk to your financial advisor (hey just reading this is a start too!). Start learning as much as you can and take baby steps to meeting your goals.

4) Evaluate your progress. Review as often as you can handle- monthly, quarterly- but at least try to twice a year. If you find that your plan is not working, look into changing course.

Again, check back each week and we will have some more tips for you.

Happy Shopping and Happy Saving!