Smashbox at Beautyticket.............

Beautyticket is a site we love - top cosmetic brands at 75% to 85% off. 

Currently they have a great selection of Smashbox on hand.  Its a  great place to stock up on gifts or something for yourself. 

http://beautyticket.com/




(photo credit Beautyticket)

TJ Maxx - live from the field reporting

There are a few places where I really get into the shopping zone - Target is one, TJ Maxx is the other.  Today TJ's is kicking of its spring runway event.  I happened to be at my local store this morning and witnessed all the Prada bagged women in black, flick through the racks with stealth and determination. 

There were plenty of goodies on hand - saw Fendi bags for $499 and up, Prada bags around $1k.  There were some good selections in the shoe dept.  with Tods @ $299, Kate Spade $79-$149, Dolce Vita $79.  There were also selections from Stuart Weitzman, Frye high sandals and some Prada shoes $349 and up.

The clothes front was a little dissappointing imo - some Escada, Vince, Rag and Bone, Missoni, See by Chloe to name a few. Selections vary by location.


(picture credit TJ Maxx)

(Discalimer - all opinions expressed are those of Markdown Maven, all photos used are not owned by Markdown Maven and are used only to supplement commentary)

Happy Valentine's Day

In case you need to forward this to a spouse, significant other or you just want to treat yourself - here are some bling deals.

On Blue Nile select heart jewelry is 20% off

BLUE NILE LINK









(photo credit bluenile.com)


And Ross Simons has a take 30% off promo running until tomorrow.  Its 30% off any purchase over $250 (excludes loose diamonds).

Ross Simons Link

Shopping Italy without the jetlag

Forzieri is like the best of Italian made goods all in one place.  Beautiful quality leather goods is their specialty and highlights include outerwear, shoes and bags (after chocolate some of our other favorite things!).
The beauty here is no VAT (value added tax which you pay in europe), no sales tax and no jetlag............

Forzieri winter sale........




(photo credits forzieri.com)

Nine West Boots

Perk up your ears - now is the time to score some boots!  Over at Nine West the sale boots are an additional 30% to 50% off the markdown price, so you know what that means?  Fabby boots for around $50 to $60.  Unsure of your size?  Do a search of the style and read the reviews on Zappos or Endless to get an idea of fit. 

As we no longer have a store in our part of Calaska no sales tax, plus when I loaded my cart free shipping ;)

They also have a BOGO promo on full price merchandise.


Nine West Boot Sale

Here are some of our picks:



(photo credits nine west)

Michele Watches Tahitian Jellybean

I know a lot of you are lovers of Michele watches - here is the perfect one to add to your summer wardrobe, the tahitian jellybean, normally $295 on sale for $176.90 in a variety of colors on michele.com.  Nordys has a few on sale too but why pay sales tax?

MICHELE JELLYBEAN LINK






(photo credit michele.com)

Two words we never want to hear...........

FINAL SALE

'Tis the season for hefty markdowns girls, but don't get carried away, read the fine print before you order.  Shopbop has added mucho markdowns today but it appears that all the 70% off is final sale.  Tread carefully and always do a search on the item you are buying to see if anyone has it a better price. 
Savvy shoppers are like the girl guide's - "prepared".  Lest I scare you, and kill your shopping buzz, Shopbop after the jump.

SHOPBOP link


(photo credits Shopbop)

C & C California friends and family

C & C will have you California dreamin with this sale.  Use code FEBFF30 for an additional 30% off (this includes sale items),  plus free shipping if you spend $99 or more.  Run don't walk peeps - this is good until  Friday Feb 11th. 



C & C Link



(photo credits C & C California)

Mackage - Coats we love.....even more when they are on sale

This is an uber-chic canadian brand..... just think if Mad Max and Max Mara had a love child it would be Mackage.  Very wearable and modern coats with just enough edge to keep it cool without getting kitschy.

On their site 2010 winter coats are upto 50% off plus use code WINTER to get an additional 15% off.
Whats not to love??

(photo credits ssense.com)

Mackage outerwear link

Yee-haw its the flash sale round-up for Monday 2/7

Flash sale sites are changing the online retail landscape for good.

 If you aren't familiar with the concept they are invitation only, or you need to sign up, timed sales anywhere from a few hours to 24 or 48 hours - or until the items sell out.  Most sales begin at 11a.m. e.s.t.(be sure to check for your time zone though). Here at the Markdown Maven we are going to focus primarily on womens apparel (for now). 

When you join the sites you can subscribe for daily email alerts, before you know it your in-box will be groaning - thats where we come in with a daily round-up accessible by blog, facebook or twitter.

There are oodles of sites popping up but here are some of the more established ones:

http://www.ruelala.com/

http://www.hautelook.com/

http://www.ideeli.com/

http://www.ivorytrunk.com/

http://www.bdbshop.com/

http://www.gilt.com/

Need an invite to any sites - just email us :)

Here are the deal cliff-notes for Monday 2/7/2011:

Rue La La

For chic feet – Jean Michel Cazbat, Donna Karan and more

Lilla P

ProFlowers

Invicta Mens and Womens

Ideeli

Arche Lux shoes

Happy Little Feet kids shoes

Mystique underwear

Coffeeshop Jackets and Outerwear

Insight Career Classics

Report Shoes

Green Envelope chic contemporary clothing

Nightaway Eveningwear

Apart Contemporary Clothing

Sasaki Tablewear

Eye for style sunglasses featuring Chloe, JPG and Roberto Cavalli

Gilt

Antik Batik

Beirn

Maclaren Buggies and Uppababy & Acessories

Rachel Comey, Geren Ford, Tibi Shoes and more

Rachel Roy

V-Day gifts

Vivienne Tam

Hautelook

William Rast Denim

Umi Shoes

Treesje Handbags

Chaser

Belargo

Automatic Watches

Baby Steps

Manitobah

Lotus Cosmetics

Abstract Inspirations

Intium Mens Sunglasses

Ivory Trunk

TOM FORD Sunglasses

Billion Dollar Babes

Kinross Cashmere Accessories

Momeni Rugs

Designer Scarves (Versace, Missoni & Valentino)

Vintage Louis Vuitton Handbags

Many of these sites have mobile apps too so check with your provider or your App store.

Questions, comments or feedback?  We would love to hear from you!

Not near a Nordstrom Rack?

Now you don't have to be.  Nordstrom Rack is now available online peeps.  Here are some cute finds for a chilly Sunday


(photo credit - Nordstrom)  
Tarnish turnlock satchel $59.97

How cute is this Jessica Simpson Trench (medium only - photo credit Nordstrom Rack) $49.97


Jessica Simpson wool trench


NORDSTROM RACK