Extra 30% off sale items at Banana Republic!

Take an extra 30% off already reduced items at Banana Republic now through February 1st. Don't even get me started on how Canadians can't order from their online site (I've already sent many a complaint letter...) but at least this applies in-Stores as well. I'm not even going to pretend to know what the selection is like in the Stores vs. what I can see tonight online (since online is always a million times better), but if you can find a Store with this gorgeous metallic sheath dress (now 70% off), you better email me pronto (or scoop it up first)!

Win a $500 Shopping Spree at Crate & Barrel Yorkdale!

Visit the store kiosk at the Crate & Barrel at Yorkdale and enter a monthly draw to win one of SIX $500 gift cards each month until the end of March! I love this Calphalon Asian Wok set they sell - perfect for making a stylish & healthy stir fry!

The Girl's Emergency Kit - love it!

How cute is this - a feminine care emergency kit with all the little things women need in teeny portable sizes to take anywhere! How great for those weekend overnighters, or in your gym bag, or work bag! Pain relief, cleansing cloths, feminine products, stain remover and delicate wash for clothes - and only $9.30! The website specializes in all things MINI (thus the name, minimus.biz), so you can order travel sizes of just about anything! How great is that? They ship Internationally, so you can choose FedEx by contacting customerservice@minimus.biz!

Extra 30% off Sale items at J.Crew - extended!

For three days only (now extended to January 30th), get an extra 30% off all "final sale" items at J.Crew by entering the code "EXTRA30" at checkout! How about a little cashmere for your honey in time for Valentine's Day? This men's cashmere argyle vest is marked down to $89.99, and with the extra 30% off it will only be $62.99!

30% Off Winter Accessories at Roots Online!

No better time to take advantage of the deals on winter accessories as right now - when you're freezing your behind right off in another glorious Canadian winter. Roots is offering an additional 30% off already-reduced winter accessories (online only) so check it out!

Love your shoes? Check out this site!

Not everyone fully understands the love between a woman and her shoes, but if you do, you have to check out this awesome new Canadian website: HeartMyShoes.com! It allows you to feed your shoe-a-holic addiction by organizing your own shoe collection online, sharing photos and comments with other addicts, and enjoy browsing a treasure-trove of closets (without having to spend money right now in this somewhat chaotic economy)! You can check out my own shoe closet if you like - just don't ask me how much I paid for the Louboutins. That secret dies with me :)

New Markdowns at J.Crew!

New items marked down, and free shipping (in the U.S.) on orders over $150 (discount on Canadian shipping though). Personally I am in love with this jeweled shift dress for only $99! Does it need to be said that the Obama children wore J.Crew yesterday at their father's inauguration? (and Michelle wore J.Crew gloves) Their clothing line for kids ("Crewcuts") is truly beautiful, and sure to be in high demand after yesterday's powerful advertisement on Capitol Hill!

Ross Mayer Warehouse Sale - Wednesday only!

For those of you with classic and conservative taste, check out the beautifully made clothes on sale at the Ross Mayer Warehouse Sale - this Wednesday (just one day!) at their Sherway Gardens Store as well as their location at 74 Bathurst Street in Toronto. Hours are 8am to 8pm. Jackets start at $69, tops start at $19, and dresses & evening wear start at $99 (personally, I think that's Ross's specialty!). Trust me, anything you buy from Ross will never go out of style!

Gorgeous maternity clothes on sale at Nordstrom!

Get 50% or more off at Nordstrom right now during their Winter Sale! For those with a baby bump, take advantage of this cute Olian Maternity turtleneck, half price at $38.90! Lots more great maternity items from Michael Stars, Maternal America, even Juicy Couture! And for those sans baby bump, there's plenty for you too...Kate Spade pumps, a Cole Haan clutch, a L.A.M.B. hobo bag, BCBG dresses...all excellent deals with easy shipping to Canada!

Free Shipping from MAC!

Free shipping from MAC cosmetics for today and tomorrow only (Jan 18th and 19th). Not a bad deal! Just enter "2Day" at checkout to get this offer!

Need help getting organized?

Storage solutions are on sale right now at Canadian Tire, so for all you ladies and gents who need to get your closets back on track, check out their great deals on closet organizers from Rubbermaid (25% off), hanging garment storage from Debbie Travis (also 25% off) and those always-useful Rubbermaid storage totes so you can throw all your junk in the basement until you need it again (if ever)!

Free gift card at Shoppers this weekend!

Spend $50 or more at Shopper's Drug Mart this weekend and they'll give you a $10 restaurant gift card to use at Montana's, Harvey's, Milestones, Swiss Chalet or Kelseys! Spend $75 or more and get a $20 gift card! Not a bad deal considering everything that's on sale there right now - from Cover Girl makeup to Olay Regenerist products to the famed No.7 skin care line from Boots in London (their Restore & Renew serum has been raved about all year in every magazine and on every talk show on the planet!).

What I Wore Today - on sale at Amazon!

Check out this cute book on style and save 37% off the cover price at Amazon.ca! What I Wore Today: Fashion Remixed Online from Beijing to Berlin! Isn't it about time we all got inspired by something other than the usual Rachel Zoe looks on the red carpets?

"Capturing an online community of artistic, peer-inspired and -supported fashion pioneers, this collection of more than 250 images gives an unprecedentedly unique insight into the real style of girls today. Forget the Paris runways to spot the style vanguard, here are young women for whom taking photos of themselves in their bedrooms, kitchens, and hallways and posting them to blogs and flickr is a daily ritual. The images include favorite peer-voted style gurus from flickr, MySpace, and fashion blogs. Fascinating as an intimate look at street style and as a record of the new wave of amateur portrait photography, this bright, colorful, eclectic read showcases the community where the internet generation get their real fashion inspiration."

Robeez on Sale!

Who doesn't love Robeez shoes for the little ones in their life? They're Canadian, and they're the best shoes around! Take advantage of a rare sale right now and enjoy 40% off!

Too Many Winter Sales to Mention!!!

It's funny how you THINK that the Boxing Week sales are as low as things are going to go, but then, a couple of weeks later, you realize that there was an even lower bottom than that! Big sales happening right now at Brooks Brothers (60% off winter clearance), Saks Fifth Avenue (up to 80% off), Victoria's Secret (semi-annual sale), and Crate and Barrel (Marimekko bedding)!

Last Call sale at Neiman Marcus!

Neiman Marcus is having their biggest sale of the season, with huge discounts on lots of designer goodies. I love this Marc Jacobs sweater dress at half price! Yes, they ship to Canada, so don't be afraid to shop online with them from the Great White North!

Save 20% at the Elmwood Spa!

Love to spa? Well grab the nearest metrosexual man and head over to The Elmwood Spa in Toronto (newly reno'd and gorgeous, by the way) and you'll both receive 20% off a la carte services between Monday-Thursday all throughout January!

Big Sale at Michaels!

Love crafts? Head over to Michaels now for great savings! Most of their frames are 50% off, as are most baskets, all floral stems, most ribbon, swarovski crystal beads, yarn, paints & canvas, and lots of scrapbooking items too! No better way to spend a cold, wintery weekend than making something special in the comfort of your own home!