The Basement of the Bargains

Valentine’s Day is a hugely popular time to get married or to get engaged. The association with romance is obvious, so this isn’t a big surprise. What can be a nasty surprise, though, is the price of engagement and wedding rings.

Luckily, there are places to get the most important jewelry of your life at a bargain price.

Is your lady a traditionalist? This classic 14k yellow gold, 0.58 carat diamond engagement ring would normally sell for nearly $1,600.00. But it can be yours from goldenmine.com for just $1,157.97, much to her delight. And don’t forget to look into the free shipping deal on orders over $100.00.

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Do you love sushi? Do you like to share it with your friends and family?

If you said yes to those questions, then you need some great chopsticks. Luckily for you, I know just where to send you. Head on over to Vivre.com and check out these whimsical Japanese-style chopsticks complete with fish charms and turquoise ceramic rests.

Whether you prefer sashimi or donburi, these chopsticks will get it to your lips in style. The set of six pairs with rests originally ran $125.00, but right now you can take advantage of Vivre’s big sale and get the set for just $50.00!

I love hats. Hats are my favorite accessories. The right hat can make an outfit, while the wrong one can break it.

This handsome straw cloche by Seeburger, for instance, could make a lot out of a simple, casual outfit of jeans and a funky top or a really great sundress.

It could even be the perfect crowning touch to a sleek suit.

A hat this versatile and this pretty is well worth what you pay for it. And originally, you would have paid a very pretty penny of $278.00. The good news is, you don’t have to pay that much anymore. Why? Because Hatagories has it on sale right now for just $180.70. That’s a savings of nearly a hundred dollars!

With just nine days to go until Valentine’s Day, it’s time to start deciding what to give the person you love. If your love loves chocolate, here’s a great idea. Flowerdelivery.com is having a sale on a great selection of gift baskets of gourmet chocolates and other candies.

My favorite idea? This tasty twosome of Godiva chocolates. A heart-shaped box of solid milk chocolate half hearts sits atop a copper round filled with Godiva’s newest treat: the chocolate mousse collection. Smooth chocolate shells filled with six different, delicious mousse centers.

The regular price on this gift basket is $57.99, but right now you can send it to the chocoholic of your choice for just $47.99. Now that’s what I call a good deal!

I admit it. I’m a complete sucker for an attractive cut out pattern. That’s probably what draws me so much to this gorgeous Via Spiga leather bag with cut out design of flowers.

It’s delicate and lacy, but not overdone. It’s also lined in suede and a handy 17″ x 11″ size with a 15″ strap to sling over your shoulder. Best of all, it’s on clearence at bluefly.com for just $99.99. That’s a heck of a deal on a purse that originally sold for $250.00.

Maggy London, that is.

This gorgeous Maggy London silk chiffon halter dress is just the sort of thing that will spruce up your wardrobe for spring.

It comes in two lucious colors and petite as well as regular sizes. Best of all, Nordstrom has it for just $64.90. That’s 33% off the original price of $98.00.

Now that’s a deal that calls to me!

You’ve got a day to yourself, but you’re not sure how to best indulge yourself? Well, I’ve got an answer for you!

Meet the Decision Cube by Geoffrey Parker. This cheerful, bright pink toy offers up such options as ‘Shop till You Drop’, ‘Chick Flick’ and ‘Lunch With the Girls’. All you need to do is roll the die and indulge!

Originally priced at $125.00, it’s now available from Saks Fifth Avenue for just $49.90. At that price, this is one decision it’s easy to make!