The Basement of the Bargains

Nordstrom is having a huge pre-season Fall sale right now. Instead of waiting until after the season is over and then digging for treasures in the limited styles, sizes, and colors other people passed up, you can get what’s happening nextseason , choose between all the styles, all the sizes, and all the colors before anyone else gets to them. Women, men, children, petites, plus sizes, it’s all on sale right now.

Here’s an example of what you can find.

This adorable cap sleeved jersey dress is pretty as a picture in magenta, and is also available in brown. On August 4, the price will be $220.00, but until then you can get it for just $129.90.

Of course, not everyone is a size 4. That would be boring, even if it were possible. That’s why I’ll be more likely to be getting this glorious black and white scroll printed blouse by Foxcroft available in Women’s sizes up to 24.

Made of pure cotton trimmed with ribbon at the cuffs, this shirt is pure style. After August 4, it will be an already great price of $68.00. Right now, though, you can get it for the bargain basement price of just $44.90.

<>Look, whatever your age, size, or gender, there’s a good chance Nordstrom has something fabulous on sale for you to wear right now. Get there before August 4, and get a jump on the crowd for great fashion!

It’s just past eight in the morning, and I’m already longing to throw myself into a huge vat of ice and not come out all day. In honor of that, I went looking for something very cool to recommend for today.

This superfantastic 100% cotton knit tank top is listed at The GAP as being trimmed in macrame. It doesn’t look like any macrame I’ve ever seen (and I was there for the macrame craze of the 70’s, so I know what it looks like!), but it does look pretty, flirty, and seventeen kinds of fun. It also - and this is big - looks very, very cool and breezy. And for gals like me who lack the shoulders, it also looks like it will stay up where it belongs. Have I mentioned lately that I’m in love with the person who invented the racerback? Because I am.
Available in sizes XS to XXL in your color choice of Optic White or Pink Daquiri, this pretty tank should help you beat the heat. Oh, and the price? Cannot be beaten. Originally $34.50, it’s been marked down to just $19.99. And did I mention it’s pure cotton that breathes?

I love long sleeves. Even in the summer I wear them as much as I can. I always have. It’s not that I’m ashamed of my arms. In fact, I often wear short-sleeved or sleeveless things, too. It’s just that given the choice, I have always preferred a sleeve, and always preferred elbow length or longer. Of course, it can be a challenge to find an attractive, lightweight top with long sleeves that’s cool enough to stand the summer heat and pretty enough to make it clear that sleeves are a preference rather than an act of shame.

Well, I found just such a tunic top at Monterey Bay Clothing Company in their clearance section this morning.

The lightweight cotton/ramie blend will keep you cool even with full coverage of your arms. The design is pretty, too, with a modest v-neck, criss-cross detailing, and airy side vents. And if you’re not as big on orange as I am, don’t worry. It comes in four other colors, as well. Oh, and it comes in sizes up to W24 as well as a Misses Small. Sorry, mid-sized girls, but this one is out of stock in your sizes. Still, there are plenty of other great deals to be had in every size.

This pretty tunic used to cost $49.99 - $59.99, depending on size range. Now, however, there is no price differentiation. Whatever size you need, it’s just $24.99, which is a great price any way you slice it.

Newport News is having a sale on their clearance sales. That means you can get 25% off on styles that were already marked down to terrific prices, if you just use their handy dandy discount code. What’s not to love about that?

Take, for instance, this bright and breezy poly/spandex jersey knit surplice-style halter top.

It comes in four mouth-watering colors (Magenta, Chartreuse, Ocean Blue, or - as shown - in Orange), and sizes from XS to XL. Oh, and yes, all sizes are available in all colors…or at least they were when I started writing this!

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It’s time once again for the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. That means no end of terrific deals on superfantastic goodies for women and kids! Now through May 26, prices have been slashed as much as 40% on designer clothes, fabulous accessories, and of course shoes.

I’ve fallen in love with this fun and flowy silk chiffon tunic by Blumarine.

Its flowing lines and bold colors are right on trend for the season, and the touches of embroidery at the neckline add a handcrafted feel dear to my heart.

Best of all, it’s 40% off! Originally priced at $1,095.00, it’s now just $649.00.
Oh and if you use your Nordstrom credit card to pay for your bargains now through the 26th, you’ll get double the reward points!

It’s this super cute Battenberg lace-trimmed tee shirt from Newport News.

With its cap sleeves and back insert of lace, this is one cool top. Whether you pair it with a skirt, jeans, or a flirty pair of capris, this top is sure to be a big hit.

Best of all, it’s on sale right now. Originally $49.00, it’s been marked down to just $29.99, which makes it more than affordable even on a tight budget.

As the days get warmer and warmer (no, really, it is happening in fits and spurts), we’re all going to want clothes that will help us beat the heat and keep our cool. Of course, we also want to look superfantastic while we keep cool. And that’s where the lovely sale rack at Saks Fifth Ave comes in.

This cool as a cucumber BCBGMAXAZRIA shadow striped 100% cotton voile blouse is just the thing to wear when the mercury rises as high as an elephant’s eye. It’s breezy and feminine without being fussy. The classic white will go with just about any color you like, and the style would be equally at home with pants, nice shorts or a skirt.

Best of all, it’s on one heck of a sale right now. Originally priced at $118.00, it’s now marked down to just $69.90. That’s nearly half off!

And while you’re on the site, keep in mind some of the other incredible deals they have going right now.

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There’s nothing like a pretty new blouse to bring a little excitement to a wardrobe. For instance, I’m excited about this softly feminine one from Ann Taylor.

It has this season’s hot floral print and ruffles, but is still sleek and sassy rather than fussy. And because it’s got a bit of restraint, it will look great under a suit jacket at the office, over a pair of jeans at the dog park (after all, it’s machine washable 100% cotton voile), or with an elegant skirt on a date.

It also happens to be a great deal. Originally priced at $58.00, this beauty has been marked down to just $29.99. Also, if you hurry up and order today, you can take advantage of the free standard shipping offer Ann Taylor is running. There’s no code. Just opt for standard shipping, and it’s free. But remember, the free shipping ends tonight!

Animal prints are big right now. For my part, I prefer a bit of fantasy in the execution of these prints. That means this cute sleeveless sweater from Old Navy hits both the trend and my taste perfectly.

The fun zebra print is carried out in soft ivory and a pretty brick red that will look great in the spring and summer sun. It’s machine washable 100% cotton, so it’s easy care and will breathe on days when the heat means you barely can. Pair it with jeans, a pretty skirt, or a flirty pair of capris to finish the look.

Originally priced at just $26.50, it’s been marked down to a remarkable $16.99!

If you haven’t started putting together your spring wardrobe, now’s the time. One great place to start for nice basics at a good price is The Gap.

This cute yoked blouse comes in three attractive colors. Sizes range from XS to XXL, and it’s available in petite and tall sizes as well as regular. Its simple lines make it tremendously versatile, too. Whether you wear it under a jacket at the office, or over jeans at the park, you’ll look superfantastic.

Best of all, you’ll do it at a bargain. Originally priced at $39.50, it’s been placed on sale at a thrifty $29.50.