Shoes

WHAT: House of Harlow 1960 Online Sample Sale @ Gilt

WHY: House of Harlow 1960 Shoes & Accessories up to 60% off!

WHEN: 3/15 12pm – 3/17 12am

WHERE: Gilt.com

*To sign up & access the sales, please click here.

Shop Top Designer Brands at up to 60% off retail on Gilt.com

This is what I discovered today in a conversation with Melissa, my stepdaughter: you can start building a look with just an accessory. She wanted yellow pumps, but I told her that she had nothing to wear them with. Her response? “I’ll start with the shoes.”

Who knew? I guess you can accessorize the accessories. Let’s see how that works today.

Starting at 11AM:

Better Than Basic: Metallic-Infused Accessories on RueLaLa.com

Why?

I have to tell you, I find it surprisingly easy to match a silver bag that I bought only because it was on sale. I bought the bag thinking, “Who knows? Maybe one day I’ll find something to wear it with.” I ended up getting more miles out of it compared to any of the standard colored bags I have. I definitely recommend this sale.

Amrita Singh: Redeem Online on RueLaLa.com

Why?

First off, redeem online means you have access to a much larger inventory and style options compared to a regular sale. Secondly, you are not rushed to make the purchase right away out of fear that you’ll miss the opportunity to snag the item. Additionally, there is no better way to create a more authentic “global look” than with accessories from this very talented New York designer with Indian roots.

Starting at 12PM:

Elizabeth and James Eyewear at Gilt.com

Why?

I really like what the Olsen twin’s are doing there. I admit that I am, in general, somewhat critical of every single celebrity who comes up with a label. Yes, it’s true that John Malkovich had a capsule collection today on TheOutnet.com. I am still waiting for Meryl Streep to come up with something, too, but everyone else has done it one way or another. I have to say that the Olsen sisters are actually doing a good job — and their glasses are really cool.

WHAT: Caporicci Shoes & Accessories Online Sample Sale @ Ruelala.com

WHY: Caporicci Shoes & Accessories up to 60% off!

WHEN: 3/10 11am – 3/12 11am

WHERE: RueLaLa.com

*To sign up & access the sales, please click here.

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It’s not a coincidence that today’s picks are all spring related. I think both myself and the people who curate these sales have had enough of these winter storms. And by the way, dear Punxsutawney Phil, you suck at predicting the weather. If I were you, I would look for another job.

Starting at 11AM:

Adorable Christian Dior Shoes at RueLaLa.com

Why?

Because the quilted leather slingbacks fire-engine-red have the right heel and cut to look both elegant and sexy. They’re also daring and demure, all in one.

A Feel for Spring Cashmere Sweaters on RueLaLa.com

Why?

I love cashmere. When in doubt, I always end up wearing one, and these pastel and jewel-tone sweaters will never go out of style. They are basics, so don’t feel guilty spending money on one (or two).

Starting at 12PM:

Spring Must-Have: Turquoise Jewelry on Gilt.com

Why?

If the above sweaters are too much for you, but you want to add some color to your safe outfits, here is your chance. I love turquoise, although I personally wear it more in the summer than in the spring.

Pour La Victoire Shoes on Gilt.com

Why?

This is another chance to add some personality to your safe (read: boring) wardrobe. Pour La Victoire shoes tend to be trendy and fairly affordable for the quality of shoe you get.

Ongoing:

Diane von Furstenberg on TheOutnet.com

And I’ll end with an ongoing sale at Outnet.com: Diane von Furstenberg’s Refreshing Color & Signature Prints.

That’s it, folks. Sorry for the weather. Don’t blame me, blame Phil.