Deal of the Week

You know those days when you just don’t feel like trying…well lately I’ve been having a lot of those.  And while it would be great to walk out of the house in my emotional sweatpants and holey T-shirt, I can’t!

So I’ve been stocking my closet with super simple pieces that look like I care, when I really don’t!  This amazing T-shirt from Threadsence (one of my FAVES!) is a perfect example of the kind of shirt you need to own multiples of.  And when it’s marked down to $22 (on sale all WEEK with code TSCHICA!) you can actually afford to buy it in bulk!! If only it came in more colors…but thankfully this shade of peach is such a great neutral!!

For now, pair this w/a pair of cut-offs or tucked into a mini skirt and later…try it with your skinnies or over those ultra-hot cargos that everyone’s wearing!

And when you find some other great buys on the site (and trust us, you will!) you can get FREE shipping on all orders over $50!

Solerra Tanee Tan Line Corrector: $5.99

Click it/Skip it: Skip it, unless you’re a pro with using tanning products.

I saw this featured in InStyle Magazine recently and said FINALLY! When I have a strapless dress to wear and those pesky tanlines I tend to use a pound of bronzer (which usually ends up on my dress as well..oops) covering up those lines. When I saw this I had to try it!

I have never used any sunless tanning products so I was skeptical. I also didn’t have any tanlines right now so I tried it out on my sister. She is fare skinned but she does tan and she has those awful sports bra tan lines so we tested it out.

The product was sticky and smelled like a tanning salon.  We squeezed it (as the instructions said) and this brown, thin, liquid poured rapidly from the sponge causing me to spill it on her shirt her shirt.

On the second try we applied it with the sponge, and blended it in but it just seemed to fade away–not fade her tan lines. Basically, the company packaged up the product you use all over your body in a small tube.  Getting rid of her lines took multiple applications and it looked very orange.

I was disappointed because I thought this product would be different, but the application was difficult and time consuming. I think I’ll go back to my bronzer for now!

Shopper’s Notes: The product is only $5.99, but the shipping is $8. If you see this in your local drug store, (check out local retailers here) I would say its cheap enough to try it yourself.

However, one of the biggest pulls for me to try it was that the website described it as an “instant tan”. On first application it didn’t seem to make a big difference, but it says to reapply in four hours (if necessary), so we did. It still didn’t do much more colorwise and it actually became really streaky. Luckily, we were able to wash it off with soap and water before it dried.

Has anyone tried it or something similar? Has anyone had better results?

I recently got a hold of these new Tastee lip balms that looked (and smelled) good enough to eat!  I have to say I was skeptical at first b/c I’m have a pretty simple beauty routine and I’m not a big fan of putting much on my lips.

In my makeup drawer I have 1 sheer lipgloss, and a few tubes of Bert’s Bees. I just don’t like a lot of color and I really don’t like glosses or balms that have a strong smell or flavor…but I am seriously loving these glosses!!

They have a hint of flavor, that I could probably do without, but they are called Tastee! I tried the Berry Baby and the Sugar Rush, and preferred the Berry flavor. Neither has the that overwhelming sugary/candy flavor that gives me a headache.

What I also love is that they’re an all-natural, eco-friendly product with SPF 15 built it. Also, unlike my Bert’s Bees, you can actually tell that I am wearing it. The color is super translucent but its subtle…perfect for summer! My lips feel fantastic and the balms don’t leave a sticky or greasy feeling.

If you’re looking for a great lip balm to add to your beauty routine, you can order yours on Amazon.com!

I love summer simply because I LOVE sandals! They are a dream, compared to my winter wardrobe of heels, heels, (and more uncomfortable) heels!

I found this stylish pair online at Wet Seal and for only $10 – I couldn’t resist! Plus, no more fiddling with buckles or ties– this pair has a hidden Velcro closure – cleverly disguised by the two cute buttons on the side…easy enough for a 3 year old to get on/off!

They also come in black, which is the color I ordered…but now that I’m writing about what a great deal these are, I’m considering going back to order the cognac ones too! At $10 a pop, I’d be crazy not to, right?!

I’m envisioning my favorite cutoffs, striped tee, and a floppy straw hat – and I’m out the door to meet the girls for a Sunday brunch!

I’ve always been the kind of person that will shop anywhere–grocery stores, gas stations, Wal-Mart, you name it!  I’m all about finding good deals wherever that may be and lately many of those GREAT deals have come from one store in particular…

Their sales have been super aggressive and even on the good stuff…nothing is worse than a sale on the crap no one wants!  And right now, you can get these amazing necklaces in your choice of metal for only $25! Click here to buy them and to find out where many of my recent deals have come from!

PS: Thanks to reader Amanda S. for the great tip!

Easy…Breezy…Effortless

These are the qualities I look for in anything I’m buying for the Spring/Summer.  I’m all about looking my cutest when the mercury rises, but I don’t want to fuss with my outfit  and the less thought I have to put into getting dressed the better!

Which is why I fell in love with this dress from ThreadSence…it’s the perfect Summer hybrid that would look cute both on and off the beach!  Not to mention, if you use code CHEAPCHICASPROMO at checkout, you get it for only $19!

And while you’re on their site, make sure you look around at all of the other adorable items they just got in stock for the season…if you spend more than $50, they’ll even ship your order for FREE!

Note: Price is valid through 12pm PST on Wednesday so act fast!!

Yay!! I’m soooo happy that it’s finally Spring outside which means its time to invest in some new makeup. I like to keep my make up really soft and simple in the Spring and when it comes to lips, I prefer using only a lip gloss instead of a flat shade of lipstick.

So you can imagine how excited I was when I found this AMAZING deal on lipglosses from Clinique at Sephora!

And check this out, it’s only $25 for 12 different shades! Not too mention they’re the perfect size for “on-the-go” and you can even get this Summer Floral Clutch for FREE! Just enter code FLORALBAG at checkout.

A few times a year brands/designers (DKNY, Free People, etc.) come out with this “multiple” concept–a dress, shirt, sweater that you can style in various ways…and up until now, I’ve never been quite sold on the concept.

In the past, my problem with this type of style is that while it could be re-worked into several different configurations, I usually only liked one or two–but with this version, I’m actually liking most of the options and I’m loving the way it’s styled in this photo!! BEYOND cute!!

This dress from Victoria’s Secret can be worn six ways and it comes in eight colors so you’re sure to find one that suits your mood…and it’s currently on sale for $49 so that’s like paying $8/dress…sounds like a good deal to me!

PS: If you have a vacation coming up, this dress is the perfect thing to pack- it doesn’t wrinkle and it can go from day to night just by adding the right accessories!

When it comes to shopping, great deals are the only thing I look for. When I came across this amazing deal last week I realized summer was right around the corner!

Old Navy never disappoints when it comes to their 2 for $5.00 flip flops. Not only is the price jaw dropping but so is the variety. You can get these must-haves in stripes, exotic prints or even your basic solids! This is one deal you won’t find anywhere else!