agh…my wallet is positively groaning. neiman, saks, bergdorf, nordstrom - everyone has started their spring sales, and my restraint is wearing thin. but i was doing pretty well until shopbop’s designer sale started.

now, those gorgeous anya hindmarch silver woven d’orsay pumps (wow, that’s a long description for a pair of shoes) i wanted a month ago have made their way from a worthy splurge down to a very responsible buy. same goes for that stunning chocolate brown woven elrod. and her stunningly beautiful grey studded shoulder bag.

and these fantastic gatsby pants by peter som do, in fact, remind me of an afternoon soiree circa f. scott fitzgerald. they were just featured in the june vogue, so it’s a wonder they’ve already hit the sale rack. marked down to just under $500, they’re still a splurge, but if you have the bod to carry off the volume (read: long and lean), they’re a classic style that is well worth your next bonus. while you’re at it, check out som’s luscious take on the classic cardigan - long, lean and oh-so-stylish, it would definitely be a worthy addition to your wardrobe.

loads of other unmissable options to peruse, so head over and get your shop on!

i know, i know….a lot of sale posts this week. but the shopjake sale is one of the best, and i’d never forgive myself for failing to share.

the deal is this: 40% off just about everything from spring. and i’m not talking about just the stuff that didn’t sell. they’ve marked down darn near everything on the site! including that stunning barbara bui handbag i’ve been wanting for months…now no longer relegated to the “if only” pile.

or that gorgeous rebecca minkoff steady bag, which isn’t on sale anywhere, down to $405 for my favorite stone/tangerine color combo.

i’m really struggling to resist this beautiful missoni wrap dress, down to $410 - my fave is this lovely aqua color, above. or, for a more practical option, this riser goodwyn sheath dress is down from $1100 to $295 (i know!), and it’s a classic you’ll keep for decades.

coats…well, there’s the 3.1 philip lim red trench, down to $375. and there’s the ultra-ladylike hanii y jacket, down to $385…

you get the idea. shopjake is just about the only retailer i know that does a sale this well…let’s all get out our credit cards and show our gratitude, shall we?

this is almost enough to make me fly to manhattan for the day. if only they’d let me squish that new sofa i’d be buying into the overhead compartment.

click the pic for a bigger and better view of the details. and if you’re in NYC, well, don’t rub it in.

what are these retailers doing to me??

new markdowns from shopbop - a couple of my favorites:

this foley & corinna dressis just begging for holiday parties - $250 down from $500. or, check out the hot pink version, surprisingly chic even with the crazy color and sparkles. this one will see you through your summer parties too…if you can carry off the fabulous flapper-inspired styling.

talk about the perfect warm-weather jacket, this all-silk piece by alice+olivia even comes with a matching tote. i love the white with the yellow hood, but i could see the black being slightly more practical. either way, not bad for less than $250.

and, some old favorites are finally on sale over at nordstrom:

that juicy couture jacket i loved is now 50% off over at nordstrom.

and those stuart weitzman shoes i was (and still am) incredibly in love with are now down 40% to $170.

happy hunting!

wow…the summer sale season is upon us. so many choices, so little time…especially considering how quickly sale styles tend to sell out.

from our dear friends over at eluxury, i’ve been craving these gloves by carolina amato since i first spied them. true, it’s so not glove season. but when the weather turns cold again (and, believe me, it will), you’ll be the ultimate fashion diva in these opera-length beauties. i love the classic style of the terra, but the funky yellow is tough to pass up.

and these python d’orsay buckle flats from hollywould are just dripping with style, all for about $130 (down from $330, i might add).

and, i love that elux isn’t afraid to give us a shot at some true classics on sale. there are some lovely paige denim styles marked down to about $120, including my favorite fit, hollywood hills, which you can score for about 30% off.

ooh, and free shipping sitewide…i do love eluxury!

over at net-a-porter, this ultra-luxe tote by miu miu is the ultimate weekday accessory. use it to tote files to the office in the most stylish way possible. then, dress it down for the weekend by carrying it messenger-style. two bags for one price…and that price happens to be 50% off of the original. prada style for under $600 is tough to pass up, don’t you think?

and this’ll be gone before i even finish this post, but $200 for the teri tote by marc jacobs is just enough to make this monday fabulous.

if i hit the lottery in the next few hours, my first stop is going to be this stunning missoni coat - at $1,500, it’s still a serious splurge, but talk about a timeless statement piece. your grandkids will be arm-wrestling at your funeral over who scores this stunner.

this feels like the perfect conservative option for summer months, for those of us who aren’t loving the spaghetti-strap/oh-so-short hem options out there. this one is perfect for the office, but still hip enough for evenings out. i love the detailing on the sleeve, which is right on trend this year. and the accessorizing options on this are endless - i’d love to see it with a bright belt and flats, or dressed up with a chunky necklace and mary jane heels.

best of all, it’s on sale - $78 at saks, but not for long.

gorgeous, no? this just screams parisian chic to me. it has that perfect blend of au courant trendiness meets timeless style…and that art deco clasp had me at hello. i can’t put my finger on it, but i’m more smitten by this beauty every time i see it. i think that’s the sign of a must-buy piece.

and best of all, you can score it for 53% off (aka, a paltry $185). you do have to join ideeli to do it, but the membership is free, and the goods are occasionally fantastic. the site is invite-only, so just drop a comment on this post with your email addy (or just email me at shoppingsmycardio at gmail.com if you’re shy), and i’ll send you an invite. but hurry…sale starts at 10 AM (pacific time).

just goes to show, a little ’80s style isn’t always a bad thing. love these in the electric blue color, but even the black has that fabulous lizard-embossed detailing to make it just funky enough to liven up your most basic work ensemble. best of all, they’re on sale for $79.

(yves saint laurent rive gauche bag, $1,995 less 30%)

sigh…practical is so very overrated.

if you’re feeling less practical than i am, don’t miss the private sale event at neiman marcus, today only. take 30% off selected spring merchandise - just watch for those little green “private event 30% off” tags as you’re looking around, or you’re bound to disappoint yourself when you settle on something that isn’t included in the sale.

oh, you can only access it through this link. and use code NMMAY for free shipping while you’re at it.

can’t talk now…off to find someone to whom i can sell my body in exchange for that lovely bit of leather above.

(ps…speaking of sales, new markdowns at eluxury start today, and they include free shipping at any price. not a bad way to start the week.)

for the local san francisco readers, i’m thrilled that i can finally announce a sample sale in our ‘hood. they’re few and far between, but this one was definitely worth waiting for - and it’s tonight!

melissa joy manning’s jewelry (by far one of my faves) and give design’s flawless handbags and travel goods are teaming up to offer you one night of pure bliss. 80% off some of my favorite designers’ wares, and free champagne?? count me in! oh, and did i mention that 10% of all proceeds from the sale go to girls for a change? so, if you think about it, by shopping, you’re doing good things…really, you have to spend more!

check it out for mom’s day gift options galore, or just to find yourself a little something - either way, there are deals aplenty to be had.

WHAT: Sample Sale featuring Melissa Joy Manning jewelry and Give
travel accessories and handbags

WHEN: Thurs, May 1st, 5:00-9:00pm

WHERE: 300 Brannan St., Suite 504, San Francisco

WHY: - Enjoy fantastic deals - up to 80% off retail
- Shop for mom, stock up on gifts, splurge for yourself
- Support a great cause, 10% of proceeds will be donated to Girls for a Change