tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71297054944749812482024-02-21T06:49:31.838-08:00The Discount DiaryThe Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-16255742422169599942013-01-15T17:20:00.000-08:002013-01-15T17:23:11.321-08:00moving day! After plenty of office discussions with my genius coworkers, I made the move. You can now see my updated page, powered by WordPress at <a href="http://bit.ly/TDDdotcom">www.TheDiscountDiary.com</a>. <br />
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Check it out! It's still under construction but moving forward all new posts will be there. In the meantime, you may find yourself back on this page as there are plenty of links I will need to update. Feel free to give me a heads up if you end up redirected here in the future.<br />
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thediscountdiary@gmail.comThe Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-86505257608573841212013-01-13T20:04:00.001-08:002013-01-13T20:04:32.196-08:00on instagram straight flexin'The holidays are indeed, over. And every year with their exit the decorations come down, we all travel back to our respective "homes" and get used to being back on a regular work schedule. For me it seems, aside missing spending time with family and old friends there is always that brand new, frustratingly lingering... couple pounds, TERRIBLE!<br />
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I flew back to Miami prepared this year though. By Christmas Day I longingly looked outside wishing I could rollerblade. Then I realized it was 20 degrees out and it seems it's far more socially acceptable to rollerblade in Miami than elsewhere. <br />
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Like a kid with a new bike, I pulled out my new yoga pants that I picked up during the after-Christmas sale at H&M as soon as the New Year's festivities ended.<br />
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They were only $34.95 originally but were marked down to $20. I saved $14.95 or 43%. Now that we have two H&Ms, I may need to go pick up a couple more pairs!</div>
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-45703230983236407402013-01-09T21:27:00.000-08:002013-01-09T21:35:10.687-08:00pretty basicI prefer to wear neutrals, not a ton of patterns and have staple basics. I'll spend my money on more statement or unique pieces, which you guys don't see on here. You can find those peppered in pictures on Instagram and Twitter. <br />
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As I've mentioned previously, I am lucky to have a couple malls in the area have BCBG outlet stores inside. On some lazy Friday evening, after leaving my in office happy hour, I drove a mile south to Dolphin Mall. Although, I am positive I did not need this dress for anything in particular at the time, it certainly is perfectly simple and has a really comfortable fit. </div>
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I picked up the basic BCBG MaxAzria long sleeve ribbed dress. It was originally $88, which is honestly absurd. I love it and I probably would've paid more than what I actually got it for, but never $88. I ended up only paying $24.99 and saving about $63 or 72%.</div>
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I've since worn it to a Miami happy hour in August, with tights out in Stamford, CT last week (in the freezing cold) and with leggings and over the knee boots on a flight north. Basically, the dress is really versatile and I am glad I opted against passing it up.</div>
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The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-47164835158381471682013-01-08T23:23:00.001-08:002013-01-08T23:23:20.331-08:00the countdownLet me know. What is your favorite post from 2012? Here is the Top 5 most viewed posts of last year!<br />
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5. <a href="http://bit.ly/merryxmas2me" target="_blank">A premature Merry Christmas</a><br />
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4. <a href="http://bit.ly/clubpromoters" target="_blank">Friends with Benefits</a><br />
With the help of Troy Gordon, and him reblogging this on TheTroyReport.com, this post has come in at number four. After having the pleasure of meeting him in NY through mutual friends and then all of them coming to Miami to bring in 2013, I would say I lived this post... repeatedly. Thanks guys!<br />
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THE white Halston... need I say more? <br />
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This doesn't surprise me one bit. A fantastic event, at a reasonable price, with an incredible hostess at an innovative restaurant, The Federal. Check them out for dinner!<br />
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And the most viewed post of 2012, definitely came as a shock to me. I will be brutally honest with you, I get pageviews on this post DAILY, still. It seems to have been a highly searched item over the holidays.</div>
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My sideways cross necklace from the little shop in Brooklyn Heights! Who would've thought? I easily wear this necklace 4 to 5 days a week and I love it! See it below and take a look back at the original post.</div>
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Thanks for reading, following, commenting, liking and sharing! You can find me on both Twitter and Instagram at RaeWitte. And don't forget, if you want me to share your story, email me at thediscountdiary@gmail.com (especially you boys!). I resolve to keep shopping... and saving for 2013!<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-36251345049014363192013-01-08T05:37:00.001-08:002013-01-08T05:45:57.439-08:00black on black on blackAnother South Florida transient and north east native is buying and rocking the little black dresses lately too. And on the night I wore my new bodysuit, she wore her newest LBD.<br />
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Adrienne, who also seems to be reforming her shopping habits a little scored this hot, Sparkle and Fade, little black dress online from Urban Outfitters. <br />
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The dress was originally $69.99. The final price was $13.49 and she got free shipping! At 81% off (!!!) she saved $56.50.<br />
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We looked great, in my opinion at least, had an amazing time and spent a fraction of what most women do. It's just Saturday in Miami, no need to break the bank. Success.<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-72041398836851549672013-01-06T20:55:00.007-08:002013-01-07T05:30:22.063-08:00all black everythingPerhaps it isn't a negative thing, but my shopping location seems to dictate the color of clothing I purchase. Regardless, in the first leg of my 8 days out of Miami, I used my American Apparel Groupon I wrote about in December. For $25, I had $50 to spend.<br />
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I was trying to be quick. The store was cramped. I was with friends. I had my heavy coat, vest, gloves, etc and in a whirlwind of spandex, I walked out of a New York American Apparel with a new black dress and a new black bodysuit. <br />
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The sleeveless turtleneck dress and long sleeve double-U bodysuit's original total would've been $72. <br />
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After applying the $50 credit, I paid the difference of $22. The $25 credit plus the difference brought my total to $47. I saved 35% or $25. I easily could've used $100 credit they had available for $50. I probably would have come home with more black clothes. Next round, I'll head to a Miami American Apparel.<br />
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-25644714473982128202013-01-05T11:24:00.000-08:002013-01-05T11:24:47.895-08:00gentlemenswearI know that I have some very well put together man friends in my life but I also know that, for the most part, they are a little more frivolous with their cash, particularly, my dear friend Matty. I got to see him during my holiday travels and with great pride he informed he FINALLY bought something on sale.<br />
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Matty purchased his boyfriend a fantastic Christmas gift, Prada shoes. Normally, when he starts a story with "I was just stopping in Saks (or any department store)..." I cringe in fear of what he will divulge. This time though, I was certainly surprised.<br />
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Matty Claus bought David a beautiful pair of Prada Stamped Python Drivers, originally priced at $480. This once in a lifetime, "frugal purchase", run Matty a mere $280, savings of $200 at about 42% off. Not a bad gift, hm?<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i><br />
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The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-70691412196907258492012-12-26T20:05:00.000-08:002012-12-26T20:05:02.162-08:00blue suede shoes are great and all but red...Red suede boots for every occasion! Don't be concerned, I only have one pair of red suede boots. Two pairs would definitely be excessive. However, I am featuring two pairs, one from my girlfriend Adrienne and the other mine of course.<br />
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Both of us currently are South Florida residents originally from the Northeast and when I'm home in upstate New York, all I want to buy is boots! <br />
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As Adrienne and I went over our couple days leading up to the predicted end of the world (good to have you all here still), she informed me she picked up the perfect pair of boots. Now I know she has similar boots in a couple colors but she said these were far better quality.<br />
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Originally $100, she picked up this casual, low heeled pair of booties from Aldo for only $38, saving 62%. Nicely done!<br />
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Today, while making returns and exchanges with my mom I had to take a lap around the new DSW at home. Well, I am ecstatic I did because I also, got red suede booties, killer red suede booties. They are Jessica Simpson brand which may not particularly be my favorite but I have had good experience with them in the past. <br />
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This super fun pair, which I will wear sometime this weekend upon returning to Miami, were originally $118. They were marked down to $79 and then in the clearance section, bringing them down to $25. That's like half a tank of gas (and just about 80% off)!<br />
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Now, I hope Adrienne isn't having the same problem but I need to go and figure out where I am going to pack these, because my carry on and person item are a little short on space.<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-39023132733702906592012-12-24T14:18:00.002-08:002012-12-24T14:18:49.152-08:00last minute Christmas shoppingIn a whirlwind of flights, friends, late nights, long brunches, obnoxious tweets, family jello shots and a little bit of snow, I'm finally to my parents house after leaving Miami on the 20th. It's Christmas Eve and I still need to pick up some small gifts for tomorrow.<br />
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Among the sea of North Face zip-ups and salt stained Uggs, I managed head out in something equally as comfortable, not half as typical but still warm enough to combat the upstate winter.<br />
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I picked up this super heavy, awesome sweater at Dolphin Mall in the Lord and Taylor outlet last winter in Miami. I am positive it would've never sold to any of the average residents of Doral, FL that frequent Dolphin Mall. The Lucky Brand sweater was originally $169. After being marked down numerous times, I only paid $39.99 for it. I saved 77%. <br />
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-40694016304441053752012-12-19T22:31:00.001-08:002012-12-19T22:31:54.013-08:00it was destinedOn a recent trip home, I stopped in the newly expanded, formerly known as Carousel Mall, Destiny USA. Expansive and impressive, I pray the area can sustain something it's size, I certainly appreciate it on trips home. I was doing what was supposed to be, very brief browsing. Instead I did some brief shopping. In the time it took for my friend to exchange something, I had already chosen a new clutch. Everything in the store was an additional 30% off. At this point do you expect anything less?<br />
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I was in the new BCBG Outlet Store, one of my personal favorites to begin with and came across this perfect, tan-ish, neutral color bag. It could potentially be carried with easily 75% of my wardrobe.<br />
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It was originally $88 and marked down to the outlet price of $44. With the additional 30% off for whatever fantastic reason, the clutch only ran me about $31. This is approximately a 62% discount. <br />
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What I love most about this bag is it's size and versatility. It is one of two clutches I packed tonight. This is a huge deal because I successfully (I think), just packed for my 8 day marathon between the city and upstate NY for the holidays. It will definitely get it's use this week!<br />
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-48309961143770363332012-12-18T09:05:00.003-08:002012-12-18T09:05:46.300-08:00inbox excerptI sign up for every email list I can get on. It could be because email marketing is part of what I do for my job but it is mainly for the deals my overflowing out of my inbox. <br />
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I decided just to give you guys a little taste of what today's inbox includes and why you should sign up. Also, if you don't want to continue to receive emails, for the love of God, just unsubscribe, they aren't spamming you. It's likely you forfeited your email address.<br />
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ASOS.com is highlighting up to 50% off shoes and up to 25% some of your favorite brands. They are also offering free express shipping on orders of $140 or more using the promo code EXPRESSUSA.<br />
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Karmaloop.com is offering up to 30% off using the promo code SCROOGE and $5.95 flat rate shipping to arrive before Christmas.<br />
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NastyGal.com is over Christmas already and letting you know you should get ahead of them game too. They are promoting their 25% off sale on all of their New Year's Eve looks.<br />
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Urban Outfitters is having a Welcome Home sale, targeting college students but in an effort to not exclude anyone, let me know with a college ID (no matter how old it is) they are taking 15% off EVERYTHING in store for today, December 18, only. Get out there.<br />
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Bloomindales has a lot going on in their email. Mainly, you need to know they are offering 25-50% off dresses and there is 3 days lefts to get free shipping on any online order. Have I mentioned I love shopping online? No? Never?<br />
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Loehmann's is going all out with 30% off everything until Christmas Eve, in stores and online. They are not playing around.<br />
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And of course, you can never go wrong with Gilt, not only to they have specially curated sales for gifts. They are featuring one of my favorites, American Apparel. <br />
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If you haven't completed Christmas shopping yet, it may be your last chance to receive everything in time and there seems to be plenty of discount shipping options. Take advantage!<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-6778933631508230842012-12-16T22:14:00.001-08:002012-12-17T08:21:47.123-08:00black leather and little NY nostalgia In most entries, the discount or savings is easily the highlight. Most shopping is done on a relaxing, lazy afternoon. Last night though, on a beautiful Saturday evening, I pulled a pair of shoes out of the closet that are perfect for December in Miami but totally put me in a New York state of mind. The beauty, aside from the phenomenal savings, was the marathon leading up to literally stumbling upon them.<br />
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However, I would like to do occasional #ootd (outfit of the day) or #wdywt (what did you wear today) posts and give you the total of the outfit plus the links to previously blogged items. <br />
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My biggest justification is if the Manrepeller does it, it can't be that bad right? If you don't know about her, look her up. Her story is pretty bad ass by blogger standards or any standards for that matter. <br />
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So, here it is, the dreaded selfie I took in the restaurant bathroom. The shame. Perhaps next time I'll just harass my roommate/younger brother, but probably not.<br />
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Tonight I wore my green BDG jeans, an unblogged Joie top, my BDG denim top, my diba boots and carried my vintage Ferragamo bag. My accessories include my 50 cent phone case, unblogged Michael Kors watch I received as a gift, a $5 ring from H&M and a random brand two-toned bracelet from of Hautelook for $14.99.<br />
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<a href="http://bit.ly/80sbabe" target="_blank">BDG jean from $76 to $24</a><br />
<a href="http://bit.ly/denimx3" target="_blank">BDG denim top from $59 to $14.99</a><br />
<a href="http://bit.ly/DSWdiba" target="_blank">diba boots from $80 to $39</a><br />
<a href="http://bit.ly/SFclutch" target="_blank">Ferragamo bag estimated at $200 to $35</a><br />
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The total for all of my Discount Diary items would have been $415 but I only spent about $113. <br />
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There it is, my first #ootd/#wdywt post, in the books. I hope the embarrassment will allow you all to see I could purchase 3+ full outfits for what the original price of this one would've been. Also, I buy most things discounted but not every single thing, I accept gifts too. :)<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-19876458380990164542012-12-12T21:48:00.002-08:002013-02-05T08:59:35.169-08:00premature Merry Christmas to mePatience is indeed a virtue. In retail, however, there are definitely certain stores that if you find something you can't live without, buy it on the spot. Thankfully, I exercised my developing, mature quality because I knew America Apparel is a store that I can practice patience with. Furthermore, the pic of this dress online unfortunately does it no justice. This translated to hopefully being available in my size when I was ready to buy.<br />
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I saw the dress, visited it once, ya know to make sure I was going to order the correct size, and then waited. I waited long enough that I made it all the way until Cyber Monday. Although, I didn't manage to pick up any gifts for loved ones, I decided, Merry early Christmas to me.<br />
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American Apparel's Cyber Monday promotion was 20% off everything. I purchased the Belle du Jour dress which was originally $65. I paid $52 and also received free shipping for having an order over $50. The total would've been $72 and at $52, I saved a total 28%. <br />
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I love this dress. It's a little heavier than most AA dresses, is fitted down to the knee, super sexy and extra classy. I highly recommend it!<br />
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<b>Gilt.com</b> - They are one my favorite websites period. I think after my social networks this may be my most visited site.<br />
<b>Gifts I've purchased:</b> I've picked up two different pairs of sneakers for some of the men in my life and a luggage tag with a stick figure drunk guy for the traveler in my life. If you are concerned about sizes they have amazing accessories, home goods and books. You can also consider a Gilt City Experience voucher for your gift recipients.<br />
<b>The Discount</b>: Everything is discounted up to 60%+ from their original retail costs.<br />
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<b>Karmaloop.com</b> - The Boston based company may not be for everybody but is super bad ass. <br />
<b>Gifts I've purchased: </b>I've gotten an array of obscure t-shirts but the best gift I've purchased on Karmaloop was a pair of the original Ray-Ban waferers with a discount!<br />
<b>The Discount: </b>They often run promo codes and count down to Christmas sales. They also have affiliate codes if you can't find an active promotion going on.<br />
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<b>Amazon.com</b> - Obviously.<br />
<b>Gifts I've purchased:</b> Another obvious statement, books, but Amazon is where I picked up multiple <a href="http://bit.ly/30for30hbd" target="_blank">ESPN 30 for 30 DVD box sets.</a><br />
<b>The Discount:</b> If you are making any purchase that you can pick up at an electronic store or book store, compare your price on Amazon first. Most of us have smartphones right? Do it from the store - save yourself some cash.<br />
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Ok, now snuggle up in your bed, make sure your charger is close by and finish checking things off your list!<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i><br />
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BestBuy has a section where they put out undamaged items that have been opened and returned or that the boxes have been damaged. They simply reseal and put a marked down price that seemed to range anywhere between 15-50%. <br />
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Perhaps you won't find an iPhone 5 on this shelf, but its totally worth taking a little stroll down the aisle. Between the TVs, cameras and other gadgets maybe you can check someone off Christmas list. Even better though, imagine what the aisle will look like after December 26.<br />
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I spent a total of $4 to tip the bartenders. I did not pay the $35 ticket price that would've covered my three complimentary cocktails during the Belvedere open bar and the hors d'vours they served. I saved $31 or 87%. Not bad for Tuesday before 10pm. </div>
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PS - You can find the posts about my TopShop jacket and my Diba boots <a href="http://bit.ly/wannagoshopping" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://bit.ly/DSWdiba" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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My Groupon happy, former roommate and I had another one of roommates fly in for the weekend. Adrienne came across a deal for Dapur in Fort Lauderdale, an Asian tapas restaurant and lounge. The deal was meant for four people and for $55 included six small plates and a drink for each person. <br />
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Our six choices and their original prices were as follows, Korean Style Short Ribs at $10, Bang Bang Scallops at $16, Steam Veggie Dumplings at $7, Rock Shrimp at $14, a Hot Tower at $16 and Beef Tataki at $16. These alone would've totaled $79. <br />
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We only had 3 of the 4 glasses of house wine included in the deal. At $8 a piece, add another $24, which brings the total to $103. <br />
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We added 3 bowls of soup totaling and a delicious dessert, tacking on another $27, bringing the grand total to $130. The $55 deal accounted for $103 of the $130. Our actual total (before tip) was only $82. We saved $48 or 37%. <br />
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When was the last time you went on a hot date and spent under a hundred?<br />
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-90380029682520318912012-12-03T19:43:00.002-08:002012-12-03T19:58:35.737-08:00a small obsessionI bought a hot American Apparel dress, full price. I had to. So, needless to say, you won't see that one in particular on here. However, in a couple days you will see my Cyber Monday AA purchase, as soon as it arrives! <br />
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Anyways, I may or may not have small obsession with American Apparel. Below is a small collection of a selection of my bodysuits and AA dresses. My friends get kick out of announcing I have bodysuits on, regularly and have even gone as far as to call me exercise Barbie. It is what it is. #cantstopwontstop<br />
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In disclosing my purchase to my girlfriend Kathleen, she promptly laid on the guilt, exclaiming in shock, "AA is on Groupon! How did you not know?" Honestly though, HOW DID I NOT KNOW?!<br />
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Now you know - it is still going on! I got my $50 for $25 and you should get yours too!<br />
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Here ya go and you're welcome! <a href="http://bit.ly/AAdiscountdiary" target="_blank"> http://bit.ly/AAdiscountdiary</a><br />
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<br />The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-86187115378130967052012-11-30T10:13:00.001-08:002012-11-30T11:05:05.485-08:00The Discount Diary Inventory, NovemberAnother month of living frugally awesome is in the books. This time around I have included some friends purchases too. Below you will find 18 items or events that I acquired or attended. <br />
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/Mischkas">Badgley Mischka, Glitter shoes</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$245 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/redneckwoman">Gun Range for Two</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$85 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$39 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/famfeature">Same Edelman rain boots</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl66">$89.99 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl66">$19.99 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/clubpromoters">Partying with Promoters</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$92 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/bizcardcase">Vintage business card case *</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$40 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$7 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/80sbabe">BDG
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<td align="right" class="xl64">$76 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/bdaysuit">French Connection Fast Sidney dress</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$198 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$79 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/2ndsaturday">Wynwood Second Saturdays ArtWalk</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$50 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/vintageDVF">DVF Vingtage Necklace*</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$250 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/30for30hbd">ESPN 30 for 30 DVD Box Sets</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$152 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$108 </td>
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<td align="right" class="xl64">$150 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/moregifts">2 Onna Ehrich, Rachel hobo bags</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$1,300 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/barIIIblazer">bar III drop front blazer </a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$79 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/shadyppl">Ashbury, Griffin sunglasses</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$85 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$35 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/newbfblazer">bar III boyfriend blazer </a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$79 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$35 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/DSWdiba">Diba
Elyse boots</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$80 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$39 </td>
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<td class="xl65" height="20" style="height: 15.0pt;"><a href="http://bit.ly/stayclassyMIA">Ketel One, Class Acts Open Bar event</a></td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$74 </td>
<td align="right" class="xl64">$10 </td>
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Once again all starred items are an estimate of the original price based on similar items.<br />
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The grand total of all of the items is $3,125 (thanks Britty for your big contribution!). I spent $798, however I also gained an additional $90 from selling some unwanted things on Craigslist bringing my total down to $708. I saved 77% in November. </div>
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The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-64739338127011627702012-11-28T21:40:00.000-08:002012-11-28T21:42:59.178-08:00stay classy Miami Pre-Thanksgiving, with a minimal work week approaching, I attempted to get some estranged friends together on the beach on a Thursday evening. All the stars must have been aligned or perhaps it was the promise of free vodka, but I managed. <br />
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Ketel One and Blackbook Mag have teamed up to recognize and throw events hosted by their Class Acts. Class Acts are defined as follows, "someone every guy aspires to be - the perfect mix of charisma and care. These guys define selflessness and good company." They also go on to call them "distinguished gentleman" and introduce their selected Class Acts. Ummm, two please?<br />
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The event was hosted at Wall, the lounge/nightclub in the W South Beach. Fancy, huh? Each of us simply had to RSVP in advance, therefore forfeiting our email addresses to an unknown promotional company in exchange for 3 early evening hours of Ketel One open bar. <br />
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They were serving specialty cocktails and light bites. I'll use the magical number from my previous post about <a href="http://bit.ly/clubpromoters" target="_blank">going out with promoters</a> and estimate drinks to run about $16 per person. We had 6 people in our group, averaging about 4 drinks each. <br />
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Personally, I ended up spending $10 to tip the bartenders. Using 4 drinks at $16 plus my $10 tip, my total should have been $74. <br />
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Events like these are not a rarity. My guy friends were absolutely shocked as they have less than frugal spending habits when in bars. They were in total disbelief of how little they spent and what a great evening it ended up being. <br />
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And here's a little bonus tip, I find my favorite events posted on Twitter by @SamsaysMiami and @soflanights. Now off to make my Basel schedule filled with as many similar events as possible!<br />
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The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-2085315526121755922012-11-27T10:17:00.002-08:002012-11-27T10:24:18.745-08:00it's beginning to look a lot like ChristmasAnd I got caught up in it. I ended up with some extra family and friend laced, holiday leftover trodden, sleep overloaded days. Never having done Black Friday's crack of dawn sales, I ended up venturing out of the house for some browsing Friday evening. <br />
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As ridiculous as it may seem, while overlooking my parents snow covered front lawn, I was thinking about a pair of more rugged boots to wear specifically with shorts or dresses (or jeans I suppose) with a medium heel. I recently learned that my very own (very small) mall in my hometown recently opened a DSW. Thank God.<br />
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Not only did I come across a pair of shoes I will be ordering online, I found what I believe will be a great addition to my Miami winter wear. <br />
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I picked up the Diba Elyse booties. They aren't a really expensive brand to begin with being originally $80, however the adjustable strap to close the boot tighter around the ankle, extreme comfort and the incredible price made these a perfect fit for what I was looking for. So far, I've already worn them with a flowy, girly dress, tights and a crop leather jacket out on Saturday night and jeans and a chunky sweater during the daytime to the mall.<br />
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They were marked down to $54.95 from $80, with an additional 30% off bringing the total to about $39, just under a total savings of 50%.<br />
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Who needs Black Friday when you get deals daily? Not me.<br />
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<i>xo Rae</i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129705494474981248.post-38568433979549807552012-11-23T11:53:00.003-08:002012-11-23T11:53:34.461-08:00old habits die hardI know last week I was campaigning for the end of the boyfriend blazer, which honestly I still feel the same way. However, there is a time and a place for everything and I stepped outside my neutral colored box and got a red open front boyfriend blazer.<br />
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This bar III blazer seemed like the most appropriate option for Thanksgiving Day with my entire family at my parents house. I paired it with dark denim, high waisted jeans, a gray tucked in tee and accessorized with my Michael Kors watch and DVF necklace.<br />
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The blazer was originally $79 and I got it at Macy's for only $35. I suppose boyfriend blazers do not need to be completely buried, just utilized appropriately.<br />
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<i>xo Rae </i>The Discount Diaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07389594778004602720noreply@blogger.com0