If your motto is, “Love me, love my shoes,” then this list is especially for you. Being a devoted fashionista can be costly. And if you ask me, there’s a certain thrill when it comes to shopping when if you turn it into a bit of a hunt for the right shoe at the right price, a handbag you’ve lusted after on sale with free shipping – that’s the kind of thing that can make a girl’s heart swoon. Which is why I think it’s so important to keep a list handy of all the great places you can quench that hunger for a fraction of the price. Think of it as designer thrifting or like hitting up a very luxe garage sale. The pieces you’ll discover in this list of online shops will likely be rare, harder to find items at a deeply discounted rate. So share it with your favorite fashionista friends and pick a comfy spot on the couch with your laptop. It’s going to be a very thrilling hunt.
Designer on a Dime: Where to Shop Online
Gilt – If you’re quick on your feet (or your fingertips, at least) sign up for Gilt and catch their designer sales, which usually only last a few days, and sometimes hours.
ideel – As with Gilt, ideel offers a wide selection of designers, but you have to be quick enough to make it to the sale on time (online) and snatch up limited quantities of items at low prices.
Rue La La – Rue La La is a fashion forward site to shop for discounted designer items with limited time sales on trendy pieces.
Bluefly – With sites like Bluefly, you don’t have to worry about short sales that only last for days or hours. But you do have to search consistently to find the best pieces before they sell out.
TheRealReal – If you are into thrift shopping, TheRealReal is the mecca of high end designer items. Think Chanel, Valentino and Louboutin among tons of others. Items are authenticated and in good or like-new condition.
ThredUp – This site is also a thrift shop online with items ranging from Forever 21 to Marc Jacobs and Chanel. New items arrive all the time for prices that are a steal.
Neiman Marcus Last Call – Get the kinds of designers you would usually find at Neiman Marcus but at discounted outlet prices.
Nordstrom Rack – This is a recent addition to the online community with Nordstrom’s favorite brands at discounted prices.
The Outnet – This is a must-shop site for outlet prices on unique designer items. They also have their own line, Iris & Ink. Shop for clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories.
Luxury Garage Sale – Just as the name implies, this is where you go to find the best of the best designers at a discount. It’s like rummaging through a seriously fancy yard sale – what’s more fun than that?
Also, don’t overlook shopping for your favorite designers on SHOP.COM to earn Cashback on handbags, shoes, dresses and accessories from your favorite stores. If you just can’t miss this season’s trends, it’s the smartest way to go about it – like getting brand new, current designer items on sale.
