Discounts

Paraben and Sulfate-Free Hair Products at up to 70% off!

March 1, 2010 By Jaime Palmucci

Since Sarah-Jean and I are both in the middle of needing some sulfate-free shampoos (you NEED to use them with Keratin treatments. It’s a must-have!), I thought there might be one or two of you out there who’d be interested in checking out this sale! Jasmere.com is offering Danu hair products for 24 hours only. The prices are phenomenal (and as more people buy, they go down even further!), the brand is owned by two moms (what do you bet that they’re quite the pair of Fashionable Housewives themselves?!?!), the products are better for the environment… and your hair!

Here’s a little more about the Danu brand:

The Mother of all hair care products.

Since we refuse to put up with a bad-hair day, hair care has been a chemical dependence of sorts; sulfates, parabens, and all kinds of nasty compounds. Are we high-maintenance for wanting our shampoo to be safe, natural and make us look great?

When it comes to your hair, go ahead and be high maintenance!

With naturally-based high-performance Danu hair products, you really can have it all- at least in those precious minutes you take to wash, condition and style your hair…

As professionals in the salon industry, Jess and Tiff had put up with harsh chemical formulas for years. Just like us, they tried the natural products out there and found them underwhelming; but instead of going back, they’ve pushed forward with their conviction that there had to be a better way! As Moms-in-Chief of Danu, they draw on their experiences as top-notch stylists and as nurturing moms to bring us a blend of natural high-quality hair products.

Mother Fluffer, Moisture Mama, or The Multitasker?

Which one matches you? Today on jasmere you can choose from any of the amazing products in the Danu line at an exclusive discount.

These products are made from high quality natural and organic ingredients with infusions of keratin protein and botanical compounds. Gentle enough for your whole family, and formulated to preserve color-treated hair; always dye-, sulfate-, and paraben- free. Mix and match their shampoos and conditioners according to your hair type, or go ahead and have it all!

Mother Fluffer Shampoo and Conditioner Give your hair va-voom volume, movement and shine. We loved the ever-so-light pomegranate and berry scent!

Moisture Mama Shampoo and Conditioner Heal, nourish and infuse your dry or damaged hair with rich moisture. For healthy hair and a healthy planet!

The Multitasker A concentrated serum that does it all. Spray onto damp hair to detangle and protect against styling heat. Adds shine, while controlling frizz and static/ Gives hair a great finish and can even be used as a light body lotion. It does not do windows or make dinner; we asked.

Don’t mess around before you’ve had your coffee or put in your contacts: black cap means shampoo- white means conditioner. Just one of the details that make us want to tell Danu, “thanks Moms!”

Head over to Jasmere now to shop. As of 12pm EST, the product is already down to $9, but the more people who buy, the cheaper it will get! Let us know if you grab it!

To see more of Jaime’s work, check out DenimDebutante.com.

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Hair, Organic or Eco-Friendly, Personal Care, Sample Sales, Shampoo Tagged With: Discounts, Hair, jaime, jasmere, Shampoo, Shopping

Linea Pelle Coupon Code for 25% off Dylan Collection

February 17, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

We have an exclusive discount code just for you!!

Linea Pelle is offering readers of The Fashionable Housewife a whopping 25% OFF the entire Dylan line for just 24 hours!!!! Dylan is their most popular line, worn by celebrities such as Lauren Bosworth, Vanessa Hudgens, Marcia Cross, and many others!

Use coupon code – Dylan24hrs – to take 25% off ALL Dylan products – the Dylan Zip Tote, the Folding Tote, the Long Zip Wallet (just about $100 after coupon is applied), and the rest of this hot line. And don’t forget that the Linea Pelle Spring Colors are here, so there are exciting, vibrant colors to choose from too!

Remember, this sale is from now until 2/17/2010 at midnight PST ONLY!!!!

Shop the Spring Dylan collection now at LPCollection.com >>

Filed Under: Coupons & Samples, Handbags & Purses, Wallets Tagged With: Coupon Code, Discounts, Dylan, Handbags & Purses, Linea Pelle, spring 2010, Spring colors, Totes, Wallets

New Marc Jacobs on The Outnet!

February 2, 2010 By Jaime Palmucci

I love Marc Jacobs’ pieces. They’re fun and sexy, but also made from some extremely lush fabrics. It’s probably one of my favorite lines out there today… except for the price, which gets me every time.

Until now. TheOutnet.com, the discounted sister site of Net-A-Porter.com, let us here at TFH know that they’ll be releasing some of Marc Jacobs’ popular SS09 line! Here’s what they have to say about the promotion:

Hurry to theOutnet.com as one of our all-time favorite collections from Marc Jacobs launches on the site. We’ve curated the best pieces from his iconic SS09 runway show, which was a melting pot of color, layers and prints that are perfect for the season ahead. With over 60 items from this epic SS09 collection as well as other previous seasons going live, and discounts of up to 75%, this is one event you cannot afford to miss!

There’s a lot of fun and fresh design going on, but here are a few we love:

What do you think… would you wear these designer pieces? I particularly love the blue and yellow dress (and not just because I’m a Michigan fan!); the draping is great and that neckline is extremely flattering.

To see more of Jaime’s work, check out DenimDebutante.com.

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Dresses & Skirts, Shopping, Spring Fashion Tagged With: Discounts, fashion, jaime, marc jacobs, net-a-porter.com, sale, theoutnet.com

Inspiration: Hitchcock Women- Rear Window

January 18, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

I had so much fun coming up with an updated version of Vertigo‘s classic costume design, so I was excited to move on to the 2010 version of another fabulous Hitchcock/ Edith Head collaboration- Rear Window. Once again, I polyvored to my heart’s delight, and once again my selections totaled well over $5K. But they served as my inspiration board while I searched for more affordable options.

Rear Window 2010

Of course, my goal was to recreate this breezy, sophisticated wardrobe for much, much less. Since I was thinking Rear Window, it was a tough assignment! The heroine of the movie is a Manhattan socialite, so I needed a refined look. But she’s also young, gorgeous, and adventurous enough to go snooping around a neighbor’s apartment, so the clothes needed to reflect those qualities as well. I gave myself a budget of $500, less than 10% of the fantasy collection above. Gorgeous splashes of color and interesting mixes of texture were key to putting together the two looks below.

L to R: Suzi Chin Maggy Boutique dress ($98), east5th pique collarless jacket ($44 to $17.99), Apt. 9 Lipstick heels ($49.99 to $34.99), Nordstrom faux pearl and chain bracelet ($68 to $33.90), Iridescent ombre scarf ($59 to $17.39)

L to R: Free People lace trim blouse ($98 to $69), Editor cotton sateen pants ($49.50), Kenneth Cole New York faux pearl chandelier earrings ($28), Beverly Feldman Sundae pumps ($229.95 to $126.47), Banana Republic jeweled bow clutch ($89.50 to $49.99)

All of that comes to $525.23, which is just a teensy bit above my budget. I’d promised myself that if I came in under $500, I could have some Haagen Dazs Brown Sugar ice cream, and I could easily make that if I replaced the Beverly Feldman pumps. But ultimately, I chose the Beverly Feldman pumps. Over Haagen Dazs… which is just my way of saying I think they’re worth a tiny splurge!

Lucie Amberg is the Director of ZinaBeverlyHills.com.

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Outfit Ideas Tagged With: Celebrity Fashion, Discounts, Edith Head, Hitchcock, Rear Window, Shoes

Review: Born Rosita Ankle Boots in Melanzana

January 13, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

I love shoes with a fiery passion. They’re almost certainly my favorite item of apparel, and I’m often attracted to wild, Carrie Bradshaw-esque styles. But when it’s time to purchase, I morph into No-Nonsense Nellie. Oh, I’ll snap up stilettos with unique details- as long as they’re black/ brown/ otherwise neutral. Last fall, though, I interviewed M.J. Aileen’s Mary-Aileen, and she reminded me that bold footwear can transform an outfit just as quickly as great accessories can. Since I don’t hesitate to buy statement-making jewelry, scarves, and handbags, I felt it was time to start adding some more exciting shoes to my wardrobe.

A couple of weeks ago, I finally made good on that resolution and ordered these:

Okay, I know- they’re just ankle boots. But they are PURPLE! For me, that’s a major step. They retail for $175, but I got them for $89 on RueLaLa, which was enough of a bargain to satisfy No-Nonsense Nellie.

The color is more amethyst than the picture- like a rich, mellow eggplant- which turns out to be surprisingly neutral. I’ve worn them once so far, with skinny jeans and a gray sweater, and they definitely gave my outfit a chic boost. And since they’re Born, I don’t have to tell you that the construction and comfort are fabulous.

Unfortunately the Born boutique at RueLaLa is long over, but I found the same boots at Zappos.com for $139.65, which appears to be the best buy at the moment.

And if you love the look but would prefer to spend a little less, I happened to notice a very similar style on sale at Aerosoles.com…

It appears that Aerosoles is actually sold out of the purple, but the gray, brown, and black are discounted to $67.49 to $90.00. They are so cute that I may be able to convince myself to pick up the gray. (And FYI, select sizes of the purple Aerosoles are available for $119.95 at Endless.com and Amazon.com.)

I’m thrilled with my RueLaLa purchase and know that scoring Borns for under $100 is nothing to complain about, but it’s a good reminder that many companies design from the same “inspiration.” Ultimately, I’ve learned two valuable lessons from my Born Rosita experience.

If you’ve fallen in love with a shoe that costs more than you want to spend, look around because there’s a good chance you can find something similar in your price range.
Don’t be afraid to experiment! While it’s important to trust your own sense of style, it’s way too easy to fall into a rut. I found a great, classic boot and instead of purchasing my default (black), I chose a color that’s different for me. And it worked!

Lucie Amberg is the Director of ZinaBeverlyHills.com.

Filed Under: Fashion Advice, Shoes Shoes Shoes!, Winter Fashion Tagged With: aerosoles, Boots, Born Shoes, Discounts, Reviews, Shoes

Inspiration: Hitchcock Women- Vertigo

January 8, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Over the holidays, I caught two classic Hitchcock films, Vertigo and Rear Window, and I was reminded how great movies stand the test of time. Both are just as fascinating, romantic, moody, and charming as they must have been when they premiered back in the 50s. They also happen to be two of my all-time favorite fashion movies, thanks to legendary costumer Edith Head. Whether you prefer alluring, mysterious Madeleine in Vertigo or glamorous, adventurous Lisa in Rear Window, there’s no denying that both ladies look incredible.

Of course, a few things have changed since the Eisenhower era, and while the style from these films endures, a lot of the actual garments wouldn’t work for us today. Does anyone really think a 21st Century Madeleine would run all over San Francisco in that smart, gray suit? Any woman I know who actually owns a gray suit only dusts it off for job interviews. So I started wondering what she might wear instead, and here’s what I came up with:

I was just having fun, so I didn’t give myself any price restrictions… which is why this exact ensemble would cost $5165.58. If you want to spend that much, go for it, and more power to you. But for me, I don’t think an outfit should cost more than three round-trip flights to Italy or a dozen Faberge eggs.

So can I recreate this look for much less? Say, $350? Body-conscious (but not tight!) styles, tone-on-tone neutrals, and surprising contrasts in texture are key. Here’s what happened when I tried to make that happen for less:

L to R: Gianni Bini “Joe” dress at Dillards.com ($128 to $76.80), Cinch-Tie cardigan at Old Navy.com ($26.50), Paneled Stretch belt at nyandcompany.com ($15.99 to $6.99)

L to R: Hue tights in Steel at Dillards.com ($12.50), Jessica Simpson Kalvert Pump at Endless.com ($78.95 to $38.90), Vera Wang crystal necklace at Kohls.com ($24 to $9.60), Tianni Trapunto stitched tote at Endless.com ($60)

L to R: Mossimo long leather gloves at Target.com ($17.99), Wool blend coat at BurlingtonCoatFactory.com ($200 to $79.99), Black pashmina scarf at Amazon.com ($7)

All of that totals up to just $336.27! The coat was the toughest item to find, since ivory coats tend to cost some money. The short one above works for $80, but for double that, I’d sub in this dove gray number from J. Crew.

Pretty! So there’s my Vertigo redux for today’s budget-conscious Madeleine. Now, 2010 Rear Window, hmmm…

Lucie Amberg is the Director of ZinaBeverlyHills.com.

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Celebrity Styles, Fashion Advice, Outfit Ideas Tagged With: Celebrity Fashion, Discounts, Edith Head, Hitchcock

Black Friday Is Finally Here, Ladies!

November 27, 2009 By The Fashionable Housewife

Here at The Fashionable Housewife, we want you to save as much money as possible this Christmas so you’ll have enough money left over to start working on your Spring 2010 wardrobe! So for the next few weeks, expect to see lots of deals and steals that will save you lots of cash.

Because being thrifty is fashionable!

Black Friday is known as the official start of the holiday shopping season because the day after Thanksgiving was traditionally the day that retailers went from being “in the red” (in debt) to being “in the black” (making a profit).

That’s right. It’s time to start forking over the cash so you can buy friends and loved ones all their little hearts desire. Well, maybe not everything, but you do what you can!

We’re going to tell you about all the best deals including coupon codes, free shipping, and gifts with your purchase. It’s going to be a Holiday Shopping Extravaganza today!!!

Stay tuned for the best shopping deals for shopping online!!!!!!

And don’t forget, we’re having 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways starting Dec 1st through the 12th, with a new giveaway starting each day! It’s going to be awesome.