Sweet jesus I’m finally done with my papers. MissChicGeek here back and in full effect. I sincerely apologize for the flat line of new posts. It’s been a … challenging past month. MissChicGeek has been working towards a geekier future. Cross all your fingers and toes that all my hard work will pay off. If and when this happens, I’ll be sure to share the good news. Until then, we focus on the new year and new endeavours.

So what’s the latest fashion savings? truth be told I’ve seen a shift of sales from traditional premium designer store sales to online invite premium designer sales. What do I mean by online invite? I’m talking about sites like Gilt Groupe, Ideeli, and even our very own Daily Candy created Swirl. These sites host private limited time premium designer sales. Customers are notified via email and the sales typically last only a 2-3 days. Savings vary from 20-75%. This premium designer sale business model has gotten so popular that Gilt Groupe has expanded beyond premium fashion brands to premium travel destinations, Gilt Jetsetter. Let me know if you need an invite, I can forward one to you. For some sites, every member gets referral bonus’ once their referral makes his or her first purchase. MissChicGeek can use a pair of new shoes… or 10.

I like things delivered start to my doorstep. Or in this case, to my email box. Plus, I do not like to be bombarded by clutterly emails. These sales work for me because it’s a hand-full of premium designers for a very limited time. If I miss it, so be it, it wasn’t meant to be.

Given it’s mid January, I predict Winter sales to be right around the corner. I, MissChicGeek, will do my best to keep you updated. Until then, try subscribing to a couple of these sites. You may be pleasantly surprised with the selection and flexibility these sites offer. If you don’t like it, no harm done. The site “membership” is 100% free to join. Just removed yourself.

Ah… MissChicGeek is uber excited for 2010. I hope you all are just as excited!!!! Cheers~

Friends and family promotion by invite only? Psh~ I’m all about the “sharing is caring.” Especially when it’s a promotion based on the concept of ‘friends & family.’ Nothing says I care about you more than helping a loved one save.

Bloomingdales is hosting their annual Friends & Family sale. Little brown bag? psh! Big brown bag, thank you very much. Shop now online at bloomingdales.com and use promo code HOLIDAY. Rather see it in person? In-store sale begins November 11th, 2009. A real savvy fashionista would first select her prime choices via website and go in store with a plan. Time is precious, waste not.

Need a personal invite? MissChicgeek can help. Simply email me your request at info@misschicgeek.com.

When?

Online - Today thru November 15th, 2009

In store - November 11th thru 15th, 2009

Where?

Online and all participating stores

Fine Print (all this fine print is cramping my style):

FRIENDS & FAMILY EVENT:
Online: Offer valid for 20% off on almost all regular- and sale-price purchases for Women, Men, Kids and Home. Small Electrics and Mens Electronics receive 10% off. Offer valid online November 9, 2009 through November 15, 2009. Discount applied at checkout when you enter code HOLIDAY. Delivery charges and applicable taxes are additional. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. No adjustments to prior purchases. All employees of Bloomingdale’s and its affiliates are excluded. Offer excludes Women’s Apparel from Chanel, Marc Jacobs, The North Face®, UGG® Australia, Ralph Lauren Pink Pony, and All Saints. Offer excludes Men’s Apparel from Ralph Lauren Black Label, PS Paul Smith, The North Face®, UGG® Australia, and Turnbull & Asser. Offer excludes Kids apparel from The North Face® And UGG® Australia. Offer excludes Fashion Accessories (shoes, handbags, jewelry, accessories, and sunglasses): Fendi Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Chanel Handbags, Soft Leather Goods & Sunglasses, Jimmy Choo Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Louis Vuitton Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Dior Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, UGG® Australia, The North Face®, Chanel Shoes, Jimmy Choo Shoes, and David Yurman. Offer excludes Cosmetics, Fragrances, Gift Cards, Martine’s Chocolates, Shop at Home Services, Rug Cleaning Services, Interior Design Special Orders and Fur Services. Offer valid in Bergen County store November 10, 2009 through November 14, 2009. Offer valid in all other Bloomingdale’s stores November 11, 2009 through November 15, 2009. Certain designer and brand exclusions apply. See a sales associate for details.
Bonus Gift:
To Receive: One per customer. Offer excludes backorder items. Offer excludes Women’s Apparel in Marc Jacobs, UGG® Australia, Ralph Lauren Pink Pony, All Saints, and The North Face®. Offer excludes Men’s Apparel in Ralph Lauren Black Label, PS Paul Smith, The North Face®, UGG® Australia, Turnbull & Asser. Offer excludes Kids Apparel in The North Face® and UGG® Australia. Offer excludes Chanel Shoes, UGG® Australia Shoes and Fashion Accessories, Jimmy Choo Shoes, Home, Men’s Electronics, Max Fur Salon, Cosmetics, Fragrances, Fine Jewelry, Gift Cards, and Charity Donations. Offer not available on bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.
To Redeem: Offer can be redeemed from November 16, 2009 through November 29, 2009. Offer excludes Women’s Designer Apparel and New View Designer Apparel, Elements, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, UGG ® Australia, Lafayette 148 New York, Diane Von Furstenberg, The North Face®, All Saints, Comptoir des Cottoniers, Basler, MaxMara, BCBG Generation. Offer excludes Men’s apparel from Polo, Men’s Store at Bloomingdale’s Sweaters and Wovens, Ralph Lauren Black Label, PS Paul Smith, The North Face®, UGG® Australia, Turnbull & Asser, and Men’s Electronics. Offer excludes Kids apparel from Polo Youngworld, The North Face® and UGG® Australia. Offer excludes Fashion Accessories: Fendi Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Chanel Handbags, Soft Leather Goods & Sunglasses, Marc Jacobs Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Marc By Marc Jacobs Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Burberry hats, scarves, hair, gloves, Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Tory Burch Handbags, Soft Leather Goods and Shoes, Chloe Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Coach Handbags and Soft Leather Goods, Michele Watches, The North Face®, UGG® Australia. Offer excludes Furniture, Mattresses, Rugs, Juliska, Christofle, Villeroy & Boch, Waterford/Wedgewood, Lenox, Rosenthal, All-Clad, Kitchen Electrics, Personal Care, Floor Care, Max Fur Salon, Cosmetics, Fragrances, Charity Donations and Gift Cards. Offer not redeemable on bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.

In-Store: Valid Wednesday - Sunday, November 11-15, 2009, and Tuesday - Saturday, November 10-14, 2009 in Bergen County. 10% off Small Electrics and Men’s Electronics. Certain designer and brand exclusions apply. See sales associate for details. Discount offer not valid on Cosmetics and Fragrances, Maximilian Fur Services, Martine’s Chocolates, Shop at Home Services, Rug Cleaning Services, Interior Design Special Orders and Gift Cards. Cannot be combined with any other certificate offer. Not transferable. Not valid on prior purchases or bill payments. All employees of Bloomingdale’s and its affiliates are excluded.
Bonus Offer:
To Receive: One per customer. To receive a Splurge Card, you must present this invitation and your same-day receipts of 500.00 or more of qualifying net purchases on regular-and-sale-price merchandise, 11/11/09-11/15/09 (11/10/09-11/14/09 for Bergen County). Qualifying purchases online will receive the splurge card with the purchase. Certain designer and brand exclusions apply. See sales associate for details. Offer not valid on Cosmetics and Fragrances, Maximilian Fur Services, Martine’s Chocolates, Shop at Home Services, Rug Cleaning Services, Interior Design Special Orders and Gift Cards. Spending threshold excludes sales tax. Cannot be combined with an other certificate or storewide offer.
To Redeem: Valid in-store and online. Splurge card is redeemable on a future regular-or-sale-price purchase of $250.00 or more, 11/16/09-11/29/09. Exclusions apply. Splurge Card has no cash value. See reverse side of splurge card for exclusion details. Offer varies online. Return Policy: Splurge cards must be returned when purchased items are returned. If items are returned without splurge cards, the difference will be deducted from your refund. See sales associate for details.

FREE SHIPPING:
Free standard shipping on orders of 150.00 or more when you use your Bloomingdale’s card at Bloomingdales.com. Not valid when shipping to multiple addresses. No adjustments to prior purchases. Offer excludes Gift Cards, Furniture, and Mattresses. Not valid at Bloomingdale’s stores or bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.

Free standard shipping on orders of 300.00 or more at Bloomingdales.com. Not valid when shipping to multiple addresses. No adjustments to prior purchases. Offer excludes Gift Cards, Furniture, and Mattresses. Not valid at Bloomingdale’s stores or bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.

Tis the season for Friends and Family, fa-la-la-la-la…

Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy is holding their annual Friends and Family Event. 30% off baby! In case you didn’t know Gap, BR and Old Navy are all owned by the same company, hence the Friends and Family savings conjunction. Everyone knows that Winter season is a high spend and if you’re savvy, high save season. Take advantage of all the Friends and Family promotions, Sample Sales, Warehouse Sales, Seasonal Sales your wallet can afford.

This year, Gap, BR and Old Navy will be donating 5% of your spend to the non-profit of your choice. But you must register online before you purchase. If you need an invite, shoot me an email and I’ll be more than happy to send one your way.

When?

November 12th - November 16th, 2009

Where?

All participating stores

Fine Print:

Offer valid November 12, 2009 through November 15, 2009 at Gap, Gap Outlet, Gap Factory Store, Gap Generation, Banana Republic, Banana Republic Factory Store and Old Navy stores in the U.S. only (including Puerto Rico). Not valid online or at Edition by Banana Republic store. 30% discount cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discount applies to eligible purchases (”Eligible Purchases”), which are merchandise only, not gift cards, packaging, applicable taxes, or telephone orders placed to stores or customer service 1-800/888 numbers. Not valid on Gap (Product) RED™, Junk Food™, Converse®, Havaianas®, Medela®, CharmIt!®, Robeez®, Stella McCartney for GapKids, Stella McCartney for babyGap, or the following babyGap Home items: strollers, car seats, high chairs and nursery furniture. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. Gap Foundation (”Gap”) will donate an amount equal to 5% of Eligible Purchases to a non-profit partner (”Partner”) only when one is designated by the Gap Inc. best customer (”Best Customer(s)”). If no Partner is designated, no donation will be made. If the Best Customer selects Donorschoose.org as its Partner, the Best Customer can also select a specific project on Donorschoose.org to receive the donation. Gap’s total donations to all U.S. and Canadian Partners shall not exceed U.S.$2 million. Such donation does not entitle the Best Customer or any offer recipient to claim a charitable contribution deduction. Merchandise cannot be put on hold during offer period. Return of discounted merchandise will be for the price actually paid. Exchange for different size is permitted; however, the discount will not be applied to exchanges for different merchandise. Reproductions or photocopies of offer card will not be accepted. Not responsible for lost or stolen offer cards. Offer is not transferable or valid for resale. No price adjustments are allowed on previous purchases or on purchases made with this discount.

Did I ever tell you, Fall is my most favorite season? The smell of fresh, crisp air. Unpacking my Fall/Winter coats (in Los Angeles Fall coats double as Winter coats, tee hee). Breaking out the scarves! Oh my, I’m in heaven! The best part? Preseason sales!

It’s time again for Bloomingdale’s Fall Friends & Family sale online and in store. Save 20% off fashion and home and 10% off electronics. For online buys enter code FANDF and for in store, just print the image below and have the sales associate scan the bar code. It’s that easy! Plus there’s free shipping on any orders over $300.

Time to treat yourself to that super trendy twill pea coat or that vintage leather motorcycle jacket! Oh how I love Fall.

When?

Online - Today thru October 4th, 2009

In store - October 1st thru 4th, 2009

Where?

Online and all participating stores

Fine Print:

FRIENDS & FAMILY EVENT:

Online:
*Offer valid online now through October 4, 2009. Cannot be combined with any other certificate offer. No adjustments to prior purchases. Delivery charges and applicable sales taxes are additional. All employees of Bloomingdale’s and its affiliates are excluded. 20% off offer excludes Chanel, Ralph Lauren Black Label, Paul Smith, Turnbull & Asser, The North Face, Dior, Fendi, Jimmy Choo Sunglasses, Louis Vuitton, Agent Provocateur, UGG® Australia, David Yurman, Gift Cards, Cosmetics, and Fragrances. 10% off offer valid only on Small Electrics and Men’s Electronics.

In-Store:
*Valid Thursday, October 1, 2009 through Sunday, October 4, 2009. Friends and Family offer valid from Wednesday, September 30, 2009 through Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Bloomingdale’s Bergen County store location only. 10% off Small Electrics and Men’s Electronics. Certain designer and brand exclusions apply. See sales associate for details. Discount offer not valid on Cosmetics and Fragrances, Maximilian Fur Services, Martine’s Chocolates, Shop at Home Services, Rug Cleaning Services, Interior Design Special Orders and electronic gift cards. Cannot be combined with any other certificate offer. Not transferable. Not valid on prior purchases or bill payments. All employees of Bloomingdale’s and its affiliates are excluded.

FREE SHIPPING:
Free standard shipping on orders of 150.00 or more when you use your Bloomingdale’s card at Bloomingdales.com. Not valid when shipping to multiple addresses. No adjustments to prior purchases. Offer excludes Gift Cards, Furniture, and Mattresses. Not valid at Bloomingdale’s stores or bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.

Free standard shipping on orders of 300.00 or more at Bloomingdales.com. Not valid when shipping to multiple addresses. No adjustments to prior purchases. Offer excludes Gift Cards, Furniture, and Mattresses. Not valid at Bloomingdale’s stores or bloomingdales.weddingchannel.com.

BCBG Sample Sale Up To 70% Off - Fashionista Clothing Events

Shop over 2,000 dresses, tops, hoodies, bags, and more from your favorite designers such as BCBG, Ella Moss, and Splendid at up to 70% off. Find sizes 0-12, in most styles, including fabulous cocktail dresses. Get some retail therapy for one day only! Brands include BCBG, Ella Moss, and Splendid.

Dates: June 20th, 2009 Sat 10am-5pm. One Day Only!

Location: Marriott Residence Inn 1177 S. Beverly Drive (at Pico and Beverly Dr.) Los Angeles, CA 90035

Tips: Payment types accepted CASH/VISA/MC

I’ve been a bit preoccupied. Busy, busy June! It’s been some wacky weather in Los Angeles. Thunderstorms, rain, and 60 degree cold (yes, that’s cold for LA). I’d say the end is coming but I’m not ready to go! Too much left to do, too many places I haven’t vacationed to and too many cute shoes I haven’t worn.

Just because I’m been preoccupied, doesn’t mean you guys should miss out on the good stuff! Compliments of DailyCandy

What: Steven Alan Sample Sale
Why: Up to 80 percent off Sophomore tees, Demylee Cashmere, Rachel Nasvik bags, and more from the retail shop, as well as loads of men’s and women’s pieces from the house line.
When: June 4-7. Thurs. & Fri., 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Steven Alan Outpost, 1937½ Hillhurst Ave., b/t Finley & Franklin Aves., Los Feliz (323-667-9500).

What: James Perse Sample Sale
Why: Up to 80 percent off retail on men’s, women’s, and kiddies’ cotton and cashmere basics at the semiannual blowout.
When: June 6. Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Siren Studios, 6063 W. Sunset Blvd., b/t N. Gower St. & N. Beachwood Dr., Hollywood; online at jamesperse.com.

What: Fashion Draw Sample Sale
Why: Seventy percent off retail on Anglomania, Ilaria Nistri, and the like, plus Vivienne Westwood dresses that were $1,200, now $129.
When: June 3-5. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles St., at E. Ninth St., ste. 503, Downtown.

What: Archive Agency Sample Sale
Why: Up to 80 percent off lines like T Luxury and Rory Beca, as well as vintage Hermes, Pucci, Zandra Rhodes, and more.
When: June 6 & 7. Sat. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 530 N. Larchmont Blvd., b/t Clinton St. & Rosewood Ave., ste. 3, Larchmont (404-574-9098).

What: Ella Moss and Splendid Sample Sale
Why: Save 50-75 percent off retail on spring and past collections for the whole family (women, men, tweens, kids, even babies).
When: June 5-7. Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles St., at E. Ninth St., 8th flr., Downtown.

What: Not Rational and Zoe Chicco Sample Sale
Why: Good-looking, one-of-a-kind sample and overstock purses, diaper bags, and belts are $20-$295; a whole lot of jewelry starts at $30.
When: June 13. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 852 S. Wooster St., b/t Chalmers Dr. & Gregory Way, upper unit, Beverly Hills (310-855-1021).

What: LoftSeven Sample Sale
Why: The inaugural edition of a free monthly sale in the new events space penthouse with deep discounts on Rich & Skinny, Fin, Monarchy Denim, and more.
When: June 14. Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 219 W. Seventh St., b/t S. Broadway & S. Spring St., Downtown.

Personally I’ve been in a James Perse mood but that could be because it’s been so chilly in Los Angeles. If you end up at any of the sales, be sure to drop me a comment and let me know how it went. Thumbs up, thumbs down?

Happy shopping fashionistas!

Announcement to all my Fashionistas: Rock and Republic is having their Spring sample sale. It’s time to Rock with some new Rocks!

Rock and Republic Sample Sale

50-80% OFF Womens, Mens, Kids, Denim, Tops, Outerwear & Accessories

Dates: May 1st & 2nd: 9am-7pm, May 3rd: 9am-6pm.

Location: Sony Studios, Stage 9. 10202 W Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

tips:

• no handbags or bags allowed in sale
• cash and credit only
• chicks, wear a skirt or dress for easy access
• arrive early