Striped bikini + 20% off sale at J.Crew, ends 3/9!

Love this bikini! The flattering bra top and well-covered--but not frumpy--bottom makes for swimwear success. Slip on a brightly colored caftan, or tie a sarong around your waist and you've got an elegant look for the beach, or poolside cocktails! The top is $38.50, bottom is $40.00, from J.Crew. J.Crew is offering 20% off their swimwear collection, online only, until 3/9.

David Yurman sample sale 3/9-11 in NYC!

The twisted cable motif of David Yurman never goes out of style, so have a chance to score yours at the David Yurman 2012 sample sale! At the sale you’ll find favorite pieces from various David Yurman collections for both men and women at 30-70% off the retail prices. Even better, with 10% of all proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, feel free to shop your heart out.

WHERE: Altman Building, 135 W. 18th St. (between 6th & 7th Avenues)
WHEN: Sample Sale Hours:
3/8 - Thursday: 3 PM – 8 PM
3/9 - Friday: 10 AM – 7 PM
3/10 - Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM
3/11 - Sunday: 11 AM – 5 PM

(please note, the item pictured might not be at the sale. Peruse the entire collection at David Yurman.com)

Factory modern bib necklace $44.50 from J.Crew Factory!

Some collar necklaces are too confining, almost Nefertiti-like, and even though I like the look, I know I'd be pulling it off my neck within the hour! No so with this bib necklace, with it's entrancingly modern keystone pieces, comfortably suspended on a steel chain. Now that's my kind of closure. It's $44.50, regularly $49.50, from J.Crew Factory. Get 30% off select spring styles at J.Crew Factory, for a limited time.

Mara Hoffman printed string bikini $78 from TheOutnet!

It's really never too early to be thinking about swimsuit season, and dreaming of lounging at the beach! This bikini by Mara Hoffman goes tribal with muted hues of brown in a tastefully primitive print. Add a hammered gold cuff, or a few bracelets, and you've nailed your summer style. It's now $78.00, regularly $195.00, from TheOutnet.

DKNY cashmere-blend trench coat $49.99 from Macy's!

Yes, you read correctly, cashmere-blend! This stylish trench gives has an added layer of warmth as a result for those windy spring days. Polished and tailored, it is dressy enough for work, or slip it on over your favourite weekend outfit. Best yet, it's $49.00, marked down from $400.00, until 3/12, from Macy*s.

Get 20% off at BananaRepublic, ends 3/10!

Shop BananaRepublic.com and save 20% off your purchase. Use code BRSAVE at checkout. Ends 3/10!

20% off purchase: Offer valid on Banana Republic merchandise purchased online only from 3/1/2012 12:01 AM ET through 3/10/2012 at 11:59 PM ET. Not valid at Banana Republic stores, Banana Republic Factory Stores, Edition by Banana Republic or on online international shipments. Discount does not apply to value of Giftcards purchased, packaging or applicable taxes. No adjustments on previous purchases. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts including Gap Inc. employee discount. Excludes Mad Men Collection, Timeless Collection, Leather Apparel, Men's Monogram Suiting, Men's Gavin, Dawson, & Emerson pants, Men's Bags, Shoes & Handbags, and Jewelry & Accessories, and SF Made. 

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Murano glass pendant from L'Arte di Casanova

I must admit, I'm entranced by Murano glass, especially when it comes in the format of jewelry. Wandering around the island of Murano, I couldn't take my eyes off of the multi-colored, almost technicolor displays of glass wares in all the shop windows. And it's a pretty democratic medium, going the gamut from high-end and artistic to low-end and tacky. The artisans on this island have spent hundreds of years perfecting their glass-blowing craft, and I appreciated all of it, from the cheesy, colorful trays to the artful, blown glass vases. Being a bit of a modernist, I was on the hunt for the perfect piece, be it jewelry or housewares. I finally settled upon this delightful tray, a study in colorful geometry. Then later, as I was perusing the market near the Rialto bridge back in Venice, I stopped into a store after this pendant caught my eye in the window. It's a beautiful amber color in a teardrop shape, suspended on a rubber tubing necklace--a perfect meld of my Murano glass affliction and my modernist sensibilities! If you visit Venice, stop by the store,  L'Arte di Casanova, located at San Marco, 718 or check out their website: www.lartedicasanova.com. Ciao ciao!

Barberino Designer Outlet + Pollini ballet flats!

Shopalicious readers, I'm back in the swing of things. It was a busy but relaxing week, and I managed to squeeze in a tiny bit of shopping. (I'll post about the trip here on Travelisima). Meanwhile, let me share one of my favourite scores. These Pollini Studio ballet flats caught my eye in the Pollini store at the Barberino Designer Outlet, mostly because of how Chanel-like they are, with their soft quilting and contrast toe. I slipped my not-so-small size 9 foot into the shoes and realized I'd need a 40, but they fit like a dream and are so soft and comfortable with even a little padding underfoot. I think I like the "profile" of these shoes even better than Chanel's which have a slightly higher heel and pointier toe. Best yet, they retail for around €200.00, but here at the Pollini outlet they were €130.00. Then the very helpful and patient salesman informed me that since I was charging the purchase with an AMEX card, I would get another 10% off, bringing the price down to €117.00.  I can't find an online source to purchase these shoes, but enjoy this link to the Studio Pollini website to find out more. This link gives a nice overview of the manufacturing process and a little insight as to why designer shoes cost this much!

Shopalicious' week-long hiatus!

Shopalicious readers, I wanted to let you know that posts will be infrequent (or even non-existent) for the next week or so, my apologies in advance. (You can see what I'm up to here.) Meanwhile, please enjoy these deals:

• Print this coupon from H&M to save 15% off an item of your choice until 2/26;
• Shop OldNavy.com and save 20% Off $100 orders or more. Enter ONSAVEBIG. Online only. Ends 2/20!
• Shop BananaRepublic.com and save 25% off already-reduced Women's styles Use code BRPRES25. Ends 2/20!

Get 30% off final sale items at J.Crew, ends 2/18!

These Watson wedges are just elementary to your style, if I may say so! With a comfortable wedge heel, and elegant cross-straps, they can be dressed up with a slim skirt, or down with jeans. Best yet, they're on sale: They're $139.00, regularly $198.00, from J.Crew. Get an additional 30% off final sale items at J.Crew until 2/18. Just enter code SHOPNOW at checkout!

Don't be scared of neon: Hilser ballet flats $50 from AldoShoes!

Little pops of neon are cropping up everywhere on the streets of NYC:     on skinny little belts, scarves and flats in hot pink, orange and neon yellow. Everyone's tired of all black and gray, and our eyes are craving a break! So here's a non-scary way to get in on a fresh look: how about a pair of bright neon yellow flats? These Hilser flats have a patent finish and a slightly pointed toe, giving them a fresh look for spring. (But if you're still too scared of neon, try this pair in a lovely bone colored nude.) They're $50.00 from Aldo Shoes.

Get 20% off your purchase today at Gap.com!

Happy Valentine's Day! Shop Gap.com and Take 20% off your purchase. Use code GAPLOVESU at checkout. Ends 2/14!

 20% off your purchase: Offer valid online on February 14, 2012 between 12:00 AM ET and 11:59 PM ET in the US (including Puerto Rico) only. Not valid on the following Gap merchandise: Leather and Suede Apparel, Denim Bottoms, Women's Panties, Baby Sleepwear, Playtime Favorites, First Favorites and the following additional styles: Toddler Boy Color Trouser style # 906189, Boys Chino style # 224442, Women's Broken-In Straight style #'s 331551 and 331225, Women's Perfect Khaki style # 883470, Men's Khaki style #'s 621326, 851138 and 621322. Not valid on aden + anais®, Junk Food™, Leading Lady®, Star Wars™ and Medela®. Qualifying amount applies to merchandise only, not value of gift cards purchased, packaging, applicable taxes or shipping & handling charges. Offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts, including Gap Inc. employee discount. Offer is non-transferable and not valid for cash or cash equivalent. No adjustments on previous purchases. Offer subject to change without notice. 


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Botkier satchels, clutches and hobos half-off at Refinery29!

Happy Valentine's Day! Ditch the drugstore chocolate and head over to Refinery29 for a real pastel treat! Botkier's uber-cool bags in spring-friendly hues are ripe for the taking. When you spend $100, you’ll score $200 to shop OR spend just $175.00 and get $350.00; it's that simple.

Logo enamel bangle $38 from C.Wonder!

These enamel bangles are chic and easy: just slip one on for an instant style lift. Mix them up with your other faves to give your outfit a bit of panache. They're $38.00 from C.Wonder.

Merriweather jacket $102 + 20% off at J.Crew!

No spring is complete without the requisite stripes! This graphic, striped jacket is the perfect foil for a pair of brightly color jeans or T-shirt. Sail away! The  Merriweather jacket was $128.00,   select colors $102.40, at J.Crew.


Get 20% off all knits and tees. Prices as marked. Offer valid on women's, men's, boys' and girls' tees and knits only. Offer excludes Saint James®, Homespun and Comme des Garçons® and cannot be redeemed for cash or applied to previous purchases. Offer valid at jcrew.com only. Offer is not valid at J.Crew retail stores, J.Crew Factory stores or on J.Crew Factory items. Offer valid through Friday, February 10, 2012, 11:59pm ET.

Get 20% off any item of your choice at H&M, ends 2/14!

Time to nab a pair of those hot colored jeans, or anything else you fancy! H&M is offering 20% off any item you choose, starting today and ending on 2/14. Just print out the coupon and head on over to your local H&M. Happy shopping!

Valid Feb 9-14, 2012; Cannot be combined with any other offer. One coupon per customer. Coupon must be surrendered at time of purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases, for H&M gift cards or in conjunction with any other discounts. Offer valid in H&M stores in the US only.

Wyatt faux fur chunky vest $29 at Bluefly!

A chunky faux fur vest is a fantastic layering piece; try it over a denim jacket or hip-length leather jacket. It's adds a layer of warmth and a chic new look. It would also work well over a thin, knee-length down coat (similar to the ones by Patagonia), transforming your look from sporty to citified. Best yet, it's $29.99 (today only) from Bluefly.

Striped circle scarf $52 at Madewell!

I believe a colorphobe would agree, this scarf is truly delightful. Even if your idea of color is a nice beige, you would have to be made of steel not to find the jauntiness of this scarf uplifting! This juxtaposition of color is perfect on top of your black jacket, black jeans, black boots. (Yes, you know who you are!) So soften your heart: it's $52.00 from Madewell!

Initial belt buckles $28 from C.Wonder!

These 18k gold plated belt buckles let you personalize your style! They slip easily over C.Wonder's reversible leather strap. Choose your initial, or the fabulous "H", and pretend you've shopped at Hermes! It's $28.00 at C.Wonder!

Tsumori Chisato knit skirt $144 at Opening Ceremony!

This skirt is a mindful meld of colorblocking and mod, right in step with spring trends -- and on sale! Knitted in 100% camel wool, it's perfect for layering with a cropped leather jacket. It's $144.00, regularly $480.00 from Opening Ceremony.

Chartreuse jeans, high and low, from Vince and Forever21!

The colored jeans trend is the hot thing for spring! At first, I was admittedly a bit skeptical, but after much perusal I'm beginning to soften my stance. After all, my closet is just loaded with black and all shades of gray. What's so bad about a little color, right? Ok, so the big challenge was simply narrowing it down to just one color that I could treat as a "neutral".  After much deliberation over hot pink, zingy orange, dandelion yellow, jewel-toned blue, I've settled on chartreuse. It's sort of a jaded lemon/lime color, with a hint of mustard undertones. But see how fab it looks paired with a simple striped tank? Go high end with the Vince pair for $195.00 at Cusp, or low end at Forever21 with the Vibrant Skinny Jeans for $24.90. Color me fine!