The Budgetistica
Friday, January 22, 2010
Winter jackets - How to get them cheap
Winter clothes tend to cost more than the lightweight ones worn in summer, as winter fabrics are heavier, thicker and more plush. The good ones, that is.
While summer clothes protect your modesty, winter jackets keep you warm and can make the difference between life and death at literally freezing temperatures.
You need your winter jackets to keep you warm and cozy. Temperature regulating jackets are best as they wick the sweat away and keep you dry when you sweat -- like during winter sports or when you have to run around in winter. Yet they keep you warm when you are sedentary and your body would otherwise lose heat rapidly.
You could layer on several sweaters or tops to stay warm, and look 20 pounds heavier than you really are.
A great winter jacket is sleek. It keeps you warm, while adding minimal bulk. That alone is a major achievement sportswear companies work towards.
Great looking winter jackets that lock in the heat, wick the sweat away, while making you look slim.
How much does a great parka cost?
I like parkas as not only are they warm, with the soft padding and all, they look kind of cute with the hoods, which come in useful in protecting head and neck from the biting wind.
Columbia women's parka
This beauty costs $259.95
Now on sale at $166.29 (up to 36% Off) - while stocks last or until the sale ends on 31 Jan 2010, whichever comes first
The secret to getting great winter jackets cheaply is to take advantage of sales. When stores clear stock, they drop the prices of clothes to entice buyers.
At times like these, go for classics. Granted, $166.29 isn't exactly loose change, but it is a great investment on a great jacket (Columbia sportswear is known for clothes of excellent quality) that can last you years.
This is Columbia's warmest ski jacket for women. The Whirlibird parka is an all inclusive 3 in 1 system.
The Whirlibird offers a weather-resistant, breathable Omni-Tech shell and MicroTemp insulation to retain heat, even when wet, and the zip-out fleece liner can be worn by itself.
For more brand name winter clothing at steep discounts, take advantage of this sale:
Stormin Sale - Up to 50% off
It ends on 31 Jan 2010
While summer clothes protect your modesty, winter jackets keep you warm and can make the difference between life and death at literally freezing temperatures.
You need your winter jackets to keep you warm and cozy. Temperature regulating jackets are best as they wick the sweat away and keep you dry when you sweat -- like during winter sports or when you have to run around in winter. Yet they keep you warm when you are sedentary and your body would otherwise lose heat rapidly.
You could layer on several sweaters or tops to stay warm, and look 20 pounds heavier than you really are.
A great winter jacket is sleek. It keeps you warm, while adding minimal bulk. That alone is a major achievement sportswear companies work towards.
Great looking winter jackets that lock in the heat, wick the sweat away, while making you look slim.
How much does a great parka cost?
I like parkas as not only are they warm, with the soft padding and all, they look kind of cute with the hoods, which come in useful in protecting head and neck from the biting wind.
Columbia women's parka
This beauty costs $259.95
Now on sale at $166.29 (up to 36% Off) - while stocks last or until the sale ends on 31 Jan 2010, whichever comes first
The secret to getting great winter jackets cheaply is to take advantage of sales. When stores clear stock, they drop the prices of clothes to entice buyers.
At times like these, go for classics. Granted, $166.29 isn't exactly loose change, but it is a great investment on a great jacket (Columbia sportswear is known for clothes of excellent quality) that can last you years.
This is Columbia's warmest ski jacket for women. The Whirlibird parka is an all inclusive 3 in 1 system.
The Whirlibird offers a weather-resistant, breathable Omni-Tech shell and MicroTemp insulation to retain heat, even when wet, and the zip-out fleece liner can be worn by itself.
For more brand name winter clothing at steep discounts, take advantage of this sale:
Stormin Sale - Up to 50% off
It ends on 31 Jan 2010
Labels: columbia sale, discount winter jackets, jacket sale, parka sale, winter jackets
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Christmas Party Fashion
What are you wearing to the slew of Christmas parties coming up this Christmas season?
Here are some cool and affordable looks you might want to check out:
Start with a pair of gorgeous high heel shoes.
If you can afford it, go for this
Manolo Blahnik heels
Shoes are the foundation of your look. A great pair can last you years, so invest more on your shoes than you would the rest of your outfit.
Here's a more affordable pair of Italian silver high heel shoes that are just as gorgeous.
Italian silver strappy shoes
How much do you think an evening gown like that would cost you?
Tailor made crimson evening gown
This dress is made according to your measurements so you'd look really amazing it. You'd expect to pay thousands for it, but you can get it for $366.99
It would take 14 days to make it though.
Too expensive?
This one's $69.99
black evening gown
As for the handbag, there's no need to spend a fortune. Not when you can get one of these
Baghaus Bags for Formal Occasions
Here are some cool and affordable looks you might want to check out:
Start with a pair of gorgeous high heel shoes.
If you can afford it, go for this
Manolo Blahnik heels
Shoes are the foundation of your look. A great pair can last you years, so invest more on your shoes than you would the rest of your outfit.
Here's a more affordable pair of Italian silver high heel shoes that are just as gorgeous.
Italian silver strappy shoes
How much do you think an evening gown like that would cost you?
Tailor made crimson evening gown
This dress is made according to your measurements so you'd look really amazing it. You'd expect to pay thousands for it, but you can get it for $366.99
It would take 14 days to make it though.
Too expensive?
This one's $69.99
black evening gown
As for the handbag, there's no need to spend a fortune. Not when you can get one of these
Baghaus Bags for Formal Occasions
Labels: christmas party dresses, christmas party outfits, formal christmas party, formal outfits
Saturday, December 27, 2008
40% off brand name outdoor clothes
Okay, these aren't the Chanel/Dior brand name outdoor clothes but more the
Marmot and other top performance sports brands clothes but hey, if you want to look sleek and sporty, this is the way to go!
Just got this in the mail.
After Christmas Sale - Up To 40% Off At Backcountry. Ends soon
A good time to stock up on winter wardrobe classics you can wear for the rest of this winter, and in the winters (springs and falls as well) to come.
Marmot and other top performance sports brands clothes but hey, if you want to look sleek and sporty, this is the way to go!
Just got this in the mail.
After Christmas Sale - Up To 40% Off At Backcountry. Ends soon
A good time to stock up on winter wardrobe classics you can wear for the rest of this winter, and in the winters (springs and falls as well) to come.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Smell sexy
The sense of smell affects emotions directly. In any case, a great fragrace, used as a signature scent gives you a more refined, classier image.
The great scents tend to be pricy. Chanel No. 5., for example, is a classic fragrance that speaks of sophistication. The prices are also just as classic.
Cheap scents, don't cut it. Especially the inspired by scents. They may smell like the real thing initially, but as the fragrance develops, a sweet scent becomes a cheap stench.
A better bet is go for the real deal, but at discounted prices.
Here's where you can get classy fragrances (coveted brand names) at discounted prices:
Free Shipping on Discounted Perfumes
The great scents tend to be pricy. Chanel No. 5., for example, is a classic fragrance that speaks of sophistication. The prices are also just as classic.
Cheap scents, don't cut it. Especially the inspired by scents. They may smell like the real thing initially, but as the fragrance develops, a sweet scent becomes a cheap stench.
A better bet is go for the real deal, but at discounted prices.
Here's where you can get classy fragrances (coveted brand names) at discounted prices:
Free Shipping on Discounted Perfumes
Labels: discount perfume, discount perfumes
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
70% discount on sporty clothes and winter wear
Now's the time to get great looking winter fashion. These are the good looking winter clothes from brands such as The North Face, Marmot and so much more. You know, the brands sports people really love. The sort known for performance and sleek design. The cool look?
Those brands are typically very pricey when bought at the regular prices.
The smart woman takes advantage of sales like these.
70% off is about the best you can get.
Big Chill Sale - Up to 70% off
Do hurry and grab the best before they are gone. Sale ends on 9 January 2009
Those brands are typically very pricey when bought at the regular prices.
The smart woman takes advantage of sales like these.
70% off is about the best you can get.
Big Chill Sale - Up to 70% off
Do hurry and grab the best before they are gone. Sale ends on 9 January 2009
Labels: sportswear discounts, sportswear sale
Friday, December 19, 2008
Up to 40% off The North Face
From now until 23 December, you can get high performance sports gear at 40% off from The North Face through this
The Sweetest Sale - Up to 40% off The North Face
Zoom in on their jackets. They are the best. Look great. Keep you warm and dry.
These are the winter jackets that are going to last and make you look cool, whether or not you are the outdoor sort.
Yeah, there'll probably be a clearance sale post Christmas, but by then, the best items would be gone. Do you only want left overs?
Take a look at these. If you like them get them quick before they are gone.
The Sweetest Sale - Up to 40% off The North Face
Zoom in on their jackets. They are the best. Look great. Keep you warm and dry.
These are the winter jackets that are going to last and make you look cool, whether or not you are the outdoor sort.
Yeah, there'll probably be a clearance sale post Christmas, but by then, the best items would be gone. Do you only want left overs?
Take a look at these. If you like them get them quick before they are gone.
Labels: discount jackets, discount outdoor gear, the north face sale
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Lunch time sale for plus size clothing
Where can you get flattering plus sized clothing that are classic and beautiful?
There are plenty of places you can find great plus size clothing but they tend to be pricey.. at the full price, that is. So hit the sales. This is a biggie:
25% OFF EVERYTHING at Kiyonna with the Coupon Code: LUNCH08
If you are plus sized, you can get your complete wardobe at Kiyonna. The coupon expires on 12/17/2008 midnight (beyond the 2pm sale) if you click here and use the Coupon Code: LUNCH08 when you check out
There are plenty of places you can find great plus size clothing but they tend to be pricey.. at the full price, that is. So hit the sales. This is a biggie:
25% OFF EVERYTHING at Kiyonna with the Coupon Code: LUNCH08
If you are plus sized, you can get your complete wardobe at Kiyonna. The coupon expires on 12/17/2008 midnight (beyond the 2pm sale) if you click here and use the Coupon Code: LUNCH08 when you check out
Labels: plus size clothing, plus size fashion, plus sizes
