Suit up, men
I don’t usually claim any sort of credit for a deal, but this one is allllllll me, baby. Yes, I’m the reason that right now Men’s Wearhouse is having a ginormous sale and free shipping. Me. Yes. Because when my teenager needed a suit for a formal event about five weeks ago, there were no deals to be had anywhere. Nor was his size available anywhere (all hail the teenage beanpole). So it is through my karmic poor luck that now you can go buy an entire suit starting at just $24. Just go check out their Clearance (which is now an extra 50% off) and sort by price.
You’re welcome. (P.S. Guess who’s getting a new suit?)
Get organized in the new year
I am forever on the lookout for dorm stuff, right now, but really this would work practically anywhere—Amazon just marked down this Honey-Can-Do 3-Tier Steel Wire Shelving Tower to just $14.87 (in black; the chrome is still over $40). This is a perfect little organizer for your dorm, closet, bathroom, wherever.
It does not, however, come with any guarantee that your teen will actually pick things up and put them on it, though. Sorry.
Hello! We survived Christmas!
Hi there. I’m not dead! I’ve just been enjoying some time off and was reluctant to come back because it turns out that I could happily fill my days with books, movies, playing with my dogs, and nagging my family. Who knew??
I hope everyone’s had a great week and had a lovely holiday, if you celebrated. After months of careful shopping and selection, 50% of my children were thrilled with their gifts. The other 50% promptly purchased a cell phone upgrade with their own money, so, whatever, that’s a win, too, right? Let’s pretend it was.
My best finds this holiday season?
1) Quite a few Amazon Lightning Deals, particularly on clothing and shoes when I could combine a deal with an existing coupon, both because the prices were great and because of Amazon’s free returns. One pair of shoes I bought my husband was too small, and no problem—I sent ’em back the day after Christmas and the replacements are already on the way.
2) The computer of my son’s dreams, snagged as a certified refurb for way less than retail.
3) These Samsonite bags, which are soon to be filled and headed off to college, and will now be my go-to gift for graduates because they’re really nice and super affordable.
How was your holiday? What did you either get or give that made you happy?
Time for a family movie?
Christmas is almost here, and if you’re not ready yet, well, good luck today.
Once everyone is home and cuddled up in front of the fire air-conditioning, you might want to enjoy a movie together. That’s cool. Through January 4th, pick a flick from Amazon Instant Video and get 75% off the rental price (either SD or HD) with coupon code MOVIE75OFF. Just click on the More Purchase Options link (just under the Rent/Buy buttons) to enter your code.
Code works once per account, so choose your movie carefully.
Also? Have a wonderful holiday.
Buckle up that Prime (plus a few other options)
This morning is probably the last online shopping you should be planning to do for get-it-in-time-for-Christmas without planning to pay a zillion dollars for overnight shipping. If you have Prime, the Amazon Gold Box is full of specials (pajamas for the whole family are slashed today, for one) and Lightning Deals and you can still get all of that stuff in time with regular shipping.
If you didn’t get what you needed yesterday at 6pm.com, well, pat yourself on the back for waiting—today they’re still offering free two-day shipping if you spend $75+ (free shipping on everything, though maybe not as fast), plus go ahead and use code LASTMINUTE for an extra 15% off everything. Bear in mind that the cutoff for that guaranteed shipping today is 1:00 pm Pacific or 4:00 pm Eastern.
You won’t have it for Christmas, but if you love Schoola—or have never tried them, and are ready to claim your free $20 to shop for gently-used clothes by signing up, finally—right now they’re offering free shipping on every order, plus coupon code HOTSTYLES will take 40% off anything pre-owned (doesn’t work on new-with-tags items). This is a great time to use up some credit and get even more because of the coupon.
Macy’s is still guaranteeing by-Christmas delivery, and don’t forget that both Target and Kohls have options to order online and pick up at the store, too.
Then again, I bet you’re all done shopping. You’re just smart, like that.
LEGO Dimensions deals
Still looking for some more LEGO Dimensions packs for the kids, but afraid you’re too late? No worries—today’s featured Deal of the Day at Best Buy is 25% off all things Dimensions, plus you’ll get free 2-day shipping to have it in time for Christmas.
I was on the phone this morning with a brave friend who actually went out to Best Buy to do some last-minute shopping. Needless to say, I recommend the stay-at-home experience.
Don’t panic! You still have time!!
Christmas is this week, you know. Like, soon. It’s okay if you still have shopping to do. There’s time, even if you refuse to leave the house and shop with the panicked masses. (I mean if you’re refusing to leave the house to shop. Hopefully you’re not a bona fide recluse.)
Amazon Prime is going to be your best bet right now, obviously—Prime is reliable, the Lightning Deals are flying fast and furious, and Amazon carries just about everything—but it’s not your only option. Other ways to get it done without hitting the mall:
Get free shipping on every order and a free 2-day upgrade on $75+ at 6pm.com, right now. They’re known for footwear, but they have tons of other clothing options and even a weird assortment of home items like fancy pots and pans. (Le Creuset, anyone?)
Get free shipping on everything at Target right now, plus they’re still guaranteeing before-Christmas delivery on regular shipping if you order by tomorrow.
Macy’s is still guaranteeing before-Christmas shipping on in-stock items (and it’s free on $99+) and they’re having a pop-up sale today. Take an additional 20% off just about everything with code WRAPUP. There’s some great deals in women’s clothing and also on kitchen stuff. (What? A girl can’t dream about a new pair of boots and a fancy coffeemaker?)
While you probably don’t want to pay for the shipping upgrade, bear in mind that anything you order from Kohls can be ordered online and picked up at the store—you still have to go to the store, but you don’t really have to fight the crowds (you’re in and out in a flash). Better still, they’re luring you right all kinds of deals and extra savings right now—$10 Kohls Cash for every $50 spent, take 30% off with your Kohls Card with code PRESENTS30, and shipping to the store or to your home on $50 is free, or code MVC4FREE gets you free shipping on every order (this is only useful if you don’t need it before Christmas, obviously). There’s also codes on the site itself for more savings if you don’t have a Kohls card.
In other words, there’s plenty of ways to finish up your shopping without aggravation. I promise.
Double the strolling, a fraction of the price
In the market for a double stroller? One of today’s holiday deals at Amazon is a slashed price on this highly-rated Joovy Scooter X2 Double Stroller—it’s $100 cheaper than it was yesterday! Choose from five different colors, each now just $149 apiece.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a single stroller of this quality at that price, so for a double, this is pretty much a can’t-miss deal.
Make it Macy’s
There’s still time to shop at Macy’s and get it in time for Christmas, plus they’re pulling out all the sale stops right now to entice you.
Shipping is automatically free on $25+, clearance is an additional 25% off automatically, and there’s late-breaking specials galore. If you’re done with your holiday shopping, well, scoop up some of those clearance deals and other stuff you need just because. (I mean, hey, I’m not giving anyone towels for Christmas, but there are some great deals on towels and we need ’em anyway….)
Happy hunting!
If you’ve been wanting a Ninja…
… today is the day to nab a deal.
I’m referring to the Ninja Cooking System, of course, my favorite cooking apparatus. I own five slow cookers (don’t judge me; I use them all!) and the Ninja is far and away the most versatile one. I use it at least twice a week and sometimes more. (Hello, my name is Mir, and I’m a Ninja addict.)
Anyway! Today at Home.Woot they have reconditioned Ninjas for just $69.99. That’s… crazy cheap. (There are a zillion different model numbers and I’m not seeing this exact one at Amazon, but the cheapest I see at Amazon is $100 on sale.)
Choose from four colors (fancy!) and also, today only, pay via Amazon and you’ll save an additional 10%! That’ll take care of your shipping and a couple bucks, besides. Arrives in time for Christmas, too.
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