The Basement of the Bargains

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.

There’s nothing like a soft, comfy top to snuggle up in. It’s even better when it’s something so pretty you’ll want to show it off to everyone you know.

This gorgeous rayon and silk velvet blouse from Soft Surroundings is comfy enough to wrap yourself in for a weekend of video viewing, but it’s fabulous enough to wear for a night out on the town, too. It comes in six different colors, and women’s as well as misses sizes. The pintucks in front and adjustable drawstring at the back allow you to fit your curves perfectly, too. What’s more, it’s machine washable.

Originally priced at $88.00, it’s been marked down to just $78.00, making it affordable as well as pretty and versatile.

Ann Taylor has a terrific deal for spring going right now. Selected styles are priced at buy one, get one at 50% off. That makes now the perfect time to stock up on some really pretty basic tops for the coming season.

Take, for example, this superfantastic sleeveless top.

It’s a comfortable, easy care Modal/Cotton/Spandex blend and a figure-flattering style for most. What’s more, it comes in sizes from XXS to XXL! It will look great with slacks, jeans, skirts, even as a shell under a suit.

Priced at a thrifty $38.00, the second would be just $19.00. How can you beat a deal like that?

A good, soft sweater is a fabulous thing all year long. But with warmer weather on the horizon, some of us are starting to look for slightly less heat-bearing ones than we’ve been sporting since October or November, and we want them at a budget-friendly price.

Enter this lovely cap-sleeved cowlneck sweater from Coldwater Creek.

It’s a cozy, handwashable blend of acrylic, nylon, angora and cashmere, available in three colors and Women’s as well as Misses sizes.

Throw on a jacket on cool or windy days, or wear by itself on warmer ones. Either way, this sassy little number is sure to turn heads. Best of all, it’s marked down from its original price of $69.00 to just $16.99.