First of all I have an announcement to make- B has requested an area on the blog where suggestions can be made, questions asked etc … so, it is now bottom left- let me know how that works out.
OK- one of my best friends has requested a Grandfather Clever Girl status- her name is Pam- she is an only child so I had little choice but to comply. So, Pam- you were officially Clever before it was cool. Now- to more important things- as payment for her Clever status- Pam has revealed to me her secret shopping sites- and she forgot to tell me NOT to tell anyone. So … (note to self- you must tell me to keep something in the vault if you don’t want me to share). I visited these three sites today and I must tell you … Christmas looks a lot cheerier.
My four least favorite words of the past year (I am issuing them forth for the very last time- they shall lose all their power as they leave my finger tips)- “In these economic times …” Am I right? I’m over it. It’s time for the media to allow our economy to leap forward and start its valiant upward march. While that is going on, visit the following kick ass sites-
ruelala.com, onekingslane.com and gilt.com.
These sites feature designers, vendors and boutiques with over stock (read supply chain issues) who are selling their wares on line at vastly reduced prices (read, no one has pawed, stretched, stained or added their own personal odor to the items).
There is a catch, you need to be invited- so … if you email me at soveryclevergrl@gmail.com before noon today, I will invite you (please make certain you leave your email address in the body of the email). Those who are highly discerning and looking for some fabulous must have home décor or those who are sick of the shopping drought- take comfort here. Yet another catch- you really need to log on daily because the sales only last from 24 to 72 hours.
I did attempt to become a member of gilt.com without being “invited”- and I am on a member waitlist- which is not as bad as not being able to get in at all. It’s not as if you are going to be seen standing behind the red velvet rope as you are being passed by those who don’t know what economic slowdown means. Oh, and Pam said to stay away from Louboutin if you are a size nine and a half- they are hers.
Let me regale you with some of the bargains I witnessed today. By Michael Kors on gilt.com- a cross front sleeveless black sheath dress- regular price $1695.00 now available for $498. I recommend you know your sizing in your favorite designers as it will be a hassle to return but it is an option. Gilt.com, now offers travel deals and a wait list for purchases in case they are currently unavailable.
On onekingslane, Mauviel, the cookware coveted by professionals world wide is now available for purchase by us commoners. Prices? Amazing- a 12cm cast bronze sauce pan for $69 instead of $144. These are gifts which stand alone- you needn’t purchase a full set. The gorgeous peerless copper, stainless steel and aluminum can make even the most perspicacious cook salivate upon opening their gift.
Ruelala.com was the place to be this morning for shocking prices on the Cosabella we all love to buy for ourselves or be lavished with for “no good reason”.
So … boys who hate to shop- here are three simple solutions. Clever Girls who HATE paying retail- wonderful bargains. Speaking of bargains, I just thought of the perfect man to invite …
Love, love, love. Of course the only child loves this post even if you are poking fun! The helpful hints you post each day are wonderful even for us married gals. Just because you are married doesn't mean you should no longer be or become clever! Please keep them coming.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Pam (Original Clever Girl)-
ReplyDeleteThis is true- married women must work even harder to keep a man's ear- especially if a pattern of selective hearing is already established. If you exist in a dynamic where your husband seems to disregard what you say, it is most likely a product of habit.
By now, you know his interests- so on the sly, invest some energy in a few of the least detestable of his leisure pursuits and then shock him with informed questions.
This gives you the opportunity to show him he is valued, his interests are worthwhile, not just to him but to you. Further, he will be thrilled to impart his vast knowledge to the woman he married.
A Clever Girl would make sure to bring up (at a later date) something particularly interesting he told you, preferably when you are surrounded by men.
If he complains you eat out too much - buy a freaking cooking light magazine and MAKE something for him- but don't just make it, eat it with him.
Married women- apply some C4 to any stagnation in your marriage- blow it up! The pressure is on. Don't let the fact you are legally bound to one another define your marriage- have some fun together.
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