Saturday, May 28, 2011

Memorial Day Shopping Tips from Eve at The Outnet

The OUTNET sent over these great Memorial Day Shopping Tips from their fashion editor Eve.  I had the pleasure of meeting Eve at my Dress Up shoot back in March, she's awesome! So here we go!

Need tips on what to buy during the Memorial Day sales? THE OUTNET.COM is on sale 365 days a year with amazing discounts of up to 70%, so who better to give you shopping advice than THE OUTNET’s Fashion Editor, Eve Thomas.

Go scouting! Show up to the store the evening before the sale starts to do a recce. It’s also worth saying that you received an invitation to the sale preview last year and asking if they are holding one now. If you are shopping online, add items to your Most Wanted List or wish list so you can find your favorites really quickly on the day.

Do your fashion homework! Find out designers’ signature pieces – think Alaïa shoes, Balmain blazers, Burberry trench and anything red by Valentino – and snap them up whenever you see them on sale as it’s an ultra-rare opportunity.

Think ahead! Choose pieces that you can wear now and in fall/winter. Key trends stick around for a few seasons, so sales can be a great chance to stock up your next-season wardrobe if you shop smart. I’ll be looking out for these key pieces that I can wear now and later.
  • A ‘60s shift dress.
  • Sequins and shimmer for day and night.
  • Leather skirt – dress it down with a tee now and layer with cashmere when the weather cools.
  • White – great with a tan and super-chic in winter.
Go for it! If you really love something, don’t hesitate to buy it. Sale items don’t hang around for long.

And here are some patriotic-ish pieces since it is Memorial Day this weekend. Click the images to go to the product pages! :)

29 comments:

  1. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    ooo perfect fress..i love cobalt....http://newbornfashionistas.blogspot.com/

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  2. verotronikMay 28, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I just want them all!!!!! :D:D


    Veronica
    blameboogie.blogspot.com

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  3. S and OMay 28, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Oh my! I just love those first two dresses! How awesome is that design :)
    have a great weekend!
    xoxo
    Olivia

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  4. DespinaMay 28, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    these pants are so nice!really like them.lovely post :)

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  5. Swirls of HappyMay 28, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Love the white pants!!! Yay for holiday shopping :)

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  6. Courtney ErinMay 28, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    These are all such great tips!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  7. Women in DressMay 28, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I love that red hand bag! it's Alexander McQueen's, isn't it? i used that bag and mixed it with some outfits. why don't you check them out? just have some ideas :)here's the link...

    http://anastasia-natalia.blogspot.com/2011/05/what-lovely-red-bag.html

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  8. fashionwiseMay 28, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    I would like to have everything :-)

    have you seen my new post ?
    http://v-fashionwise.blogspot.com/

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  9. Blush and FlatsMay 28, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    love the pieces <3

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  10. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    love the blue version of the strapless dress and the blue pants.

    xXx

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  11. Just Another ShopaholicMay 28, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Great tips! And I love the bag!

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  12. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Those key trends are super-helpful. No Memorial Day shopping up here in Canadia-land but happy shopping! - Kat

    http://asecondglanceblog.blogspot.com/

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  13. RosalindMay 28, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Really useful tips here - thank you!

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  14. ZarnaMay 28, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    thanks for the tips! i'll let you know how my memorial day shopping goes :)

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  15. MFMay 28, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    thank you for the heads up. i really want those navy pants.

    i just came across your blog. i think its great. i hope you will come visit mine and maybe we can follow eachother!

    www.wotsworthwhile.blogspot.com

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  16. YajairaMay 28, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    pretty dresses
    love the pants

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  17. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    I absolutely love those crinkle dresses! Thanks for sharing the site- I'm always looking for fashion bargains. Happy Memorial weekend!

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  18. gleeMay 29, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Great tips! I love the red tube. :)

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  19. the nyanzi reportMay 29, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    that red dress has me blinking faster than my camera's shutter speed...

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  20. Aśa :)May 29, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    Navy pants are great!!! :) I want them so much!!! :)

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  21. Radiant Make UpMay 29, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    some gorgeous pieces :)
    loving the first two dresses!! x

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  22. RachelMay 29, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Fantastic tips! :D

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  23. Jewellery BijouMay 29, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Oh those dresses are so gorgeous!

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  24. High Heels & Good Meals!May 29, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    All of these are great! I especially love the blue genie pants!

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  25. dejoissMay 29, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    great tips, long time no see and you still run your blog nicely! :))

    dejoiss ❤

    http://dejoiss.blogspot.com/

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  26. jenni wellsMay 29, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    oh, those blue pants are so neat. I've not seen anything quite like them before.

    jenniwells.blogspot.com

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  27. LyddieGalMay 30, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    that red bag is just fantastic, and so chic!
    did you get any great memorial day deals?

    Chic on the Cheap

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  28. FashionJazzMay 30, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Love the blue! Happy Monday hun xx

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  29. Prutha RaithathaJune 1, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    love the blue drappy pants

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