Give me an O-S-C-A-R at 80 percent off
Good for you if you’ve been shopping smart and buying only what you need, not want.
Now give yourself a pat on the back and permission to splurge just a little. Gordon Stuart in Oklahoma City is having a Sidewalk Sale today through Saturday (July 23-July 25) and the deals are super sweet.
The sale includes select Dior and Oscar de la Renta merchandise at 80 percent off, along with several racks filled with pieces costing $75 and $100.
Gordon Stuart is at 6500 N Western Ave. The phone number is 843-6500.
Celebrities all aflutter for Ann Taylor tank
I totally overlooked this chiffon flutter tank at Ann Taylor. I must be the only one.
According to Ann Taylor, celebrities are loving the tank, including Eva Longoria of “Desperate Housewives,”‘ Olivia Palermo of “The City” and Elisabeth Haselbeck, co-host of “The View” and Jennie Garth of “90210.”
J. Crew may have Michelle Obama in its corner, but it looks like Ann Taylor is attracting its own well-known heavyweights.
The feminine tank features a scoop neckline with ruffle detailing. It looks equally good with a pencil skirt or skinny jeans. The tank retails for $50.
Super Sale at Penn Square Mall
Who’s ready for a sale?
Penn Square Mall in Oklahoma City will host its annual Super Sale today (July 9) through Sunday (July 12) during mall hours.
What can you expect? Deep discounts. Believe it or not, fall clothing and accessories will be landing in stores before long, so it’s time to clean off the shelves and empty the racks of all that spring and summer stuff. The good news: You’ve still got plenty of time to wear it. Summer isn’t going away any time soon.
Penn Square is at 1901 NW Expressway. Go forth and shop.
Taryn Rose trunk show at Pink Sugar
Tracy Feith for Target … cute dress alert
I bought this Tracy Feith for Target dress for my daughter Stephanie. It has a hood, is darling and not nearly as short as it is on this model. It’s a lot of fashion punch for $24.99.
The limited-edition collection for GO International will be in stores through June 20. FYI: The pieces look so much cuter in person than they do in the pictures.
Hooded print dress by Tracy Feith for Target.
Discounts and drawings during Teacher Appreciation Weekend at Northpark Mall
Northpark Mall is showing its appreciation to Oklahoma teachers by offering special discounts and a chance to win a Visa gift card June 5-6. Teachers will need to show their teaching identification card to participate in the promotion.
“This is our way of honoring those teachers who work with our children day in and day out. It’s not an easy job. We feel like they deserve to pamper themselves by spending a few days shopping at Northpark,” said Kevyn Colburn, vice president of Morris Enterprises.
Teachers will have the opportunity to win one of the three $250 Visa gift cards by entering at participating Northpark Mall stores. Teachers need not be present to win the drawing.
“The gift card is a way for teachers to spend the money on themselves or on their classroom materials,” Colburn said.
Northpark Mall is at NW 122 and May Avenue.
Carlos Falchi handbags coming to Target
Carlos Falchi handbags at Target? Believe it.
Target is partnering with handbag designer Carlos Falchi to launch a limited-edition handbag collection, Carlos Falchi for Target. This collection is the eighth handbag launch in a series of limited-time-only accessories designers at Target. The Carlos Falchi for Target collection will be available at most Target stores and at Target.com Nov. 1 through Dec. 27.
The bags will land in the stores just in time for holiday gift giving. Listen up, Santa. All good girls want a Carlos Falchi handbag.
Bargain shopping … such a deal
I spent a few hours last week visiting thrift stores, close-out stores and bargain centers to see what kind of cheapfashion finds are available. Cheap has never been so cool, as I said in my column in Sunday’s Life . Shopping smart is what it’s all about these days. Keep in mind, though, a good deal to me may be a splurge to you — or vice versa.
I intentionally stayed away from TJ Maxx and Marshalls, stores I hit up regularly for home accents, handbags and shoes. Instead, I went to the Goodwill, Zippdog, Wall’s Bargain Center, the Junior League Remarkable Shop and Name Brand Clothing. Many of these stores have more than one location, so check for stores that may be close to you.
When shopping at close-out, thrift and bargain stores, carefully check merchandise for rips, stains, etc. Some stores have a return policy; many don’t. Shop carefully. It’s no bargain if you get that great suit home and the zipper is broken. It also takes time to sort through massive amounts of merchandise. Don’t shop if you’re in a hurry.
Here’s what I found:
Zippdog, Casady Square (there’s another location in Edmond)
Naughty Monkey green and white patent peep toe pumps, $27.
Circa Joan & David black pumps, $30.
Donna Rico black and cream floral sleeveless dress, $45.
Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, $6.88
Bridal gowns, $49.99
Name Brand Clothing, Britton and Pennsylvania
Dana Buchman stretch black pants, $29
Anne Cole halter swim suits, $19 and $22
Tahari black skirted suit, $59 (with the $280 retail tag still attached)
Alfani silver and crystal evening sandals, $9
Jessica Simpson peep toe black pumps with cork platform, $9
Hot pink crocs, $9
Remarkable Shop
Men’s Hickey Freeman navy pinstripe suit, $30
Chico’s Traveler’s pants, $8
Abercrombie & Fitch khaki capris, $9
Remarkable Shop consignment department
Carmen Marc Valvo navy sleeveless cocktail dress, $70
Christian Dior red skirted suit, $55
Betsey Johnson silk dress with lace accents and print hem, $60
Goodwill store (NW 50 and MacArthur)
Men’s classic Bass Weejuns, $2.99
Women’s black Cole Haan loafers, $2.99
Men’s Daniel Cremieux khaki pants, $2.99
Women’s Kasper linen blend safari-style jacket, $3.99
Women’s jeans by DKNY, Elie Tahari, Jones Sport, Talbots, Guess, Levi, Lauren, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch, $3.99
Wall’s Bargain Center, NW 122 and Rockwell
Anne Klein navy pantsuit, $25
Sale: Allyson’s Closet … shop today
Sweet Saturday … treats and a discount at Pink Sugar Shoe Boutique
Shoe shopping, anyone? Check out Pink Sugar Shoe Boutique’s Sweet Saturday. Treats and drinks and a discount … just for shopping for shoes. Who could say no to that? Pink Sugar is in Spring Creek Village at 15th and Bryant in Edmond.
