Online shopping has become as common as Kim Kardasian on a tabloid cover. Everybody does it but it amazes me how many people still aren’t applying their “TyTIPS” of luxury shopping for less even on hi-end websites.
Like Mr. Porter, “GILT” boasts Designer name bands, trendy new styles and cutting edge fashion. Unlike Mr. Porter, “Gilt” frequently discounts these items and when they do (at up to 90% off) the markdowns are worthy of a TJ Maxx or a Marshals (which one really should own up to shopping at and not be lie about not knowing of their existence).
GILT carries men’s, women’s, travel, home furnishing and more…..it’s truly a one stop glamathon of everything fashion.
Recently, I treated myself to an afternoon of clicking through the “Men’s Sales” section and picked up the following:
1) DKNY pullover w/aubergine piping $140.00 on sale for $29.00
2) Puma Black label leather sneakers $130.00 on sale for $29.00
3) Black Apple Tee $35.00 on sale for $9.00
Total (+ $5.95 s/h) $72.95
Total (after 30% off) $52.95
I paid $52.95 after a 30% discount (received in the form of an email because they “missed me” and wanted to entice me back-well, it worked) and that was in addition to the (already) 80% discount applied to my order.
Shipping was just $5.95 for the entire order (look for promotions where the shipping is free as well).
Not bad considering I didn’t have to shower, shave or drive anywhere to get my fix. My shopping high came while I was till wearing my Pj’s (the wardrobe of most crack addicts I know, but still…) And I didn’t add to my carbon footprint as I never set foot outside so not only is online shopping highly satisfying to your addiction-it’s ecofriendly as well.
So, fire up your laptop or Ipad and check out http://www.GILT.com, membership is free and so is the feeling of indulging yourself for less.
Ty Tips:Luxury living for less 