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The Temptation of Tobi Events

September 30, 2010

I mention Tobi.com a lot.  So much so, in fact, that Lindsay makes fun of me for it on a regular basis. Me: “I’m so busy, but I need to write a decent post this week!” Lindsay: “Just find something you love at Tobi.” Me: “…” Okay, fine.  Tobi is my go-to site.  They have [...]

There are three ways in which I’m willing to try new makeup: It’s free. Someone gives me samples. It’s deeply discounted, and in a fun “pack” that allows me to try the whole brand, not just their “signature product.” Enter my sample sale love affair with Gilt. Spring Greening 11 Piece Collection: $19 Usually, Gilt’s [...]

Starting today, Gilt.com is celebrating Independence Day (US) by featuring sample sales by a number of long-standing and up-and-coming American Designers. Worn on The 4th of July “July 4th beckons, and with it comes backyard barbecues, lazy afternoons in the sun and, of course, casual clothing. We can’t help you perfect your BBQ glaze, but [...]

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June 1, 2010

Stretched 12″ x 12″ canvas, ready to hang, with this image: Lovers: don’t tell me you don’t want it. Oddly enough, I didn’t even notice that this Gilt sale (on Avalisa Wall Art) is geared toward infants.  The style of the art is simple, but not boring; bold, but not garish.  I’d be as comfortable [...]

Right now, Ideeli is hosting one of the biggest sample sales for Melissa shoes (Brazillian, recycled plastic, sexy, comfortable, sustainable)  that I’ve ever seen: flats, wedges(!!), pumps, peep toes, childhood-reminiscent sandals…everything is on sale. Here’s the link to the sale, and here are my favorites: Hot Pink Campana: $79 $39 Green Desire IV: $69 $34 [...]

Ooooh, a brand I haven’t heard of yet! (Kid.  Candy store.  Sue me.) Coclico The skinny, from Gilt’s website: It’s hard to believe shoes this chic are sustainably minded, but Coclico uses natural dyes and lightweight cork inside their swanky soles. Sandals with cutout details define this Spanish line’s style and there are plenty here [...]

It looks like I’m not the only one who’s celebrating Earth Day with renewed fervor this year.  My favorite (and oft-mentioned) sample site, Gilt.com, is celebrating with me: Everyone looks good in green and to celebrate Gilt Groupe will be offering a unique Earth Day celebration sale this Thursday, April 22nd with a portion of [...]

I love surprises. I had no idea Alternative Apparel had put their Alternative Earth collection (which features organic cotton, recycled polyester and non-toxic dyes) on sale until I logged into their website this morning looking for a new pair of shorts. (These ones are adorable.) If you’re not inclined to read the above text from [...]

There are reasons that Lindsay (f/k/a Elle) is my best friend.  Chief among them is our sense of balance with each other: I’m logical and controlled; she’s wild and unpredictable.  My sense of style is classic; hers is trend-setting.  I search for the balance point in almost every debate; she makes her stand and takes [...]

I want everything that is on sale at Gilt this week.  Sadly, though, not everything is sustainable or eco-friendly…but some of today’s sales are! White + Warren From ribbed scarves to cashmere cardigans, White + Warren’s knitwear combines rich yarns with everyday wearability and style. Started in 1997 by fashion-industry veterans Susan White and Barbara Benenson [...]

Prairie Underground Town Coat

All I can say today is: Mmm, shopping. I’m not sure why, but I’m definitely in “buy new stuff” mode, and keep having to review my personal wish lists to remind myself that not every great deal is worth giving up that new loveseat I want. Or is it? Prairie Underground Town Coat: $326 $195 [...]

Every week, my favorite local boutique, Mapel, prepares a special “Happy Hour Menu” of items that are deeply discounted: one item per day, from 2-6pm PST, and it’s always on trend.  Because these deals happen every week I usually don’t post about them…but I am especially fond of this week’s selections, all of which lean toward this week’s theme: Blue Skies [...]

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It’s a sustainable sale that’s perfect for spring: curtsey at Ideeli.  Here’s the skinny, from their site: …The California-born and -based designer specializes in bright, flirty frocks that dress up and down with equal ease. Paired with a slouchy boyfriend blazer, they’re great for every day, or throw on the statement heels and you’re ready [...]

As I recover from a brief medical emergency – seven-day migraines are no fun – I’ll be around a little less than usual.  However, it’s fashion week in New York city, so I’m sure that all of you intrepid internet readers have lots of other eye candy to keep you busy while I’m recuperating. It [...]

Organic denim is wicked expensive – so expensive that I don’t actually own any organic denim, because I just plain can’t afford it unless it goes on sale. So, of course, just after I start to dig myself out of the hole from moving to a new house, taking the dog to the vet, paying [...]

I know, you’re sick of it.  Every time I see Vicarious By Nature (or VbN) I can’t help but tell you about it.  It’s like a reflex at this point: if you live in Seattle, you drink coffee every morning.  If you live in Seattle and love sustainable clothing, you become obsessed with VbN. That’s [...]

Finally: after much trepidation and a little help from my friends at Nature of Beauty, I got the chance to try all natural makeup. As most of you know, I have rosacea, which means that along with all the usual makeup issues – clumping mascara, smearing eyeshadow, lipstick in the “I’m almost thirty” creases around [...]

I’m trying to stay away from making regular “sample sale” posts, because as more and more companies go green, more of them offer their items up to places like Gilt, Beyond the Rack, Ideeli and Hautelook…and if I posted about all of the sustainable sales those sites provide, that’s all I’d post. However, when I [...]

I talk about Mapel a lot.  They’re locally- and woman-owned, have great customer service, and are my number one place to shop for the corporate brands (because small boutiques beat out conglomerates like Nordstrom any day).  They floored me yet again with their 2010 New Years resolution: This year Mapel resolves to do two things: Mapel [...]

Today’s sales, hosted by Gilt and Gilt Fuse (my favorite family of sample sale sites), features Archipelago Candles & Diffusers and Nugaard Jewelry. I’ve been curious about diffusers since I saw one in a friend’s bathroom. They’re quite simple – no lighting candles or spraying chemicals to add a soft scent to a room – [...]