Indulge without the Splurge: December 8, 2011

How's your Christmas shopping list looking like? I've got only 3 more presents left to shop for and I am DONE. Yesssssss. I can finally focus on trying to figure out what to bake for the holidays. I think the usual spread of cookies are out as Mr. J isn't allowed to eat much by way of sweets, so I've been thinking about doing something savory instead and saving the cookies as giveaways for friends and co-workers.  But if you still have a ways to go before being done with all the shopping (or maybe you're looking for more presents for yourself, hehe), I've got some great deals and warehouse sales that might interest you:

• Urban Outfitters wants you to save up to 70% off their regular retail prices! Shop online or look for one near you here.
• Guess is offering 25% off purchases when you spend $100 or more until December 18, 2011. The sale is on in stores and online, not valid towards the purchase of gift cards.
• Smart Set Canada is giving out a $10 savings card with any purchase.  The card is redeemable on any purchase from January 19 - February 8, 2012 with no minimum amount needed to spend in order to redeem the savings. The card may not be combined with any other promotion or toward the purchase of pink sticker items.  Click here for more information regarding this offer.
• Jacob Canada is offering 40% off the regular price of all merchandise.  This excludes the new collection, lingerie and beauty products.  Also not applicable at Jacob Outlet stores and online prices reflect the discount.  Offer valid for a limited time only.
• Le Chateau Canada is offering a printable coupon for 30% off all boots, coats and sweaters.  Not valid at outlet stores or online.  Coupon expires December 11, 2011.
• From December 6 until December 13, American Eagle has all sweaters & sweatshirts 40% off. Discount applies to both online and in-store.  No coupon or code is required as prices all reflect the discount. 
• Receive a free sample of Skyn Icelandic Relief Eye Cream from the Bay with this printable coupon.  Present at the Skyn Icelandic counter at The Bay to receive your sample. Valid until December 18, 2011.
• Save 40% off select styles at Banana Republic. Valid in store, until December 14, 2011.
• Save 30% off all boots, coats & sweaters at Le Chateau with this printable coupon. Valid in stores, until December 11, 2011.
• Save 50% off almost everything online at Yves Rocher. Offer excludes everyday low priced items like Beautiful Buy products, Culture Bio, some gifts and some new items. Valid until December 21, 2011.
  

There are a bunch of warehouse sales that are happening at the International Centre in Mississauga so for all of you west of GTA, you're in luck! Among the sales happening are Parasuco, Fruits and Passion, Crocs and Umbra. Great place to grab some gifts for Christmas! For more info, click here.


Go, go, go ahead, Indulge! Happy (Christmas) shopping!!

Indulge without the Splurge: December 1, 2011

How is it December already? I haven't even done my Christmas shopping list yet, let alone started to get anyone anything! Although, with all the great deals from the past weeks, I probably should've. Mr. J and I did manage to score a really good deal on a 40" TV that we price matched at Future Shop to bring the price down to $450 (reg. price: $650). I also (finally!) got myself a Kobo Touch (early Christmas present!) at Walmart for $108 (reg. price: $139.99). So all in all it was a pretty good Black Friday weekend for us. :) Anyway, there are some noteworthy deals still kicking around and here they are:

• Bench.ca Friends and Family Sale: Save 30% on All Merchandise Online and In-Store. Note that sizes, styles and quantities are limited. Free standard shipping is available on orders over $99. The sale prices will expire on December 4 at 11:59pm EST.
• Canada.Forever21.com: Buy 1, Get 1 Free on select apparel & accessories till December 4, 2011.
• Banana Republic: Today through December 4, you can take 40% off regular priced items in stores and online. If you'll be shopping online, enter promo code BRCHOL40 at checkout. To shop in stores, print off this email and present it to your cashier.
• The Gravity Pope footwear is hosting a two part sale event: save 15% on all regular-priced items until December 4, and 20-50% off select fall 2010 footwear until December 24. Shipping is $15 for the first item, $5 for additional items. Shoppers in BC and Alberta also have the option of picking up their items in store, but will still be charged a $10 "transfer charge."
• Town Shoes is running a sale where you can save up to 50% off their fall and winter collection. Maximize your savings when you print off this coupon to save an additional 10% off your first sale item; If you are buying more than one item, you will also save 20% off your second sale item (items that are 50% off or more are not included). This coupon is valid until December 11, 2011. 
• Get Lucky with Aldo: select styles are up to 50% off. Use promo code getlucky75985 to save an extra 15% on top of that! Shipping from is free on orders over $50, and $5 per order when you spend less than $50.
• Save 30% off your entire purchase at The Body Shop.Valid online till December 4, 2011. Also, shipping is free on all orders of $75 or more.
• Receive a FREE sample of Tresor Midnight Rose from the Bay.You must present this printable coupon at the Lancome counter to get your freebie. Valid until December 11, 2011.
  
• Garage Clothing Canada is offering a printable coupon for 25% off your entire purchase or 30% off your purchase when you spend $100 or more.  Valid on all regular, sale and promotional merchandise.  Enter the promo code FACEBOOKOFF or WEBFF at the checkout to receive your discount or print off the coupon above for use in store.  Promotion runs until December 4 in stores and December 5 (6AM EST) online. 
• Shop online at Eddie Bauer and receive up to 50% off all sweaters!
  

 Some warehouse sales that might be worth going to over the weekend:

• Roots Sample Sale
  Get up to 80% off at the annual Roots Sale. This is a cash-only sale. Please bring one non perishable food item to donate!
  
  When:
  December 3-4, 2011
  Sat 8AM-3PM
  Sun 9AM-2PM
  Where:
  75 Tycos Drive
  Toronto, Ontario
  
  When:
  December 1-2, 2011
  Thu 10AM-5:30PM
  Fri 10AM-5PM
  Where:
  1400 Castlefield Avenue
  Toronto, Ontario
• Revlon / Johnson & Johnson Warehouse Sale
  Save up to 75% off Cosmetics and Skincare featuring Revlon, Almay, L’Oreal, Neutrogena, Clean & Clear, Dove, Axe, Garnier, Listerine, and more. Save up to 80% off fragrances from brands like Burberry, CK, Lacoste, Hugo Boss, Givenchy, Tommy Hilfiger, Davidoff, Ralph Lauren, Hummer, Elizabeth Arden, Perry Ellis, Versace, Diesel, Guess and more. Save up 70% off mens and ladies apparel from Haggar!
  
  When:
  November 30th to December 4th, 2011
  Wednesday - Friday 10-8pm
  Saturday - 10-6pm
  Sunday - 11-5pm
  Where:
  International Centre Hall 6
  6900 Airport rd, Mississauga, Ontario
  Corner of (Derry Rd & Airport Rd )

Any good deals that you scored from last weekend's Black Friday/Cyber Monday events? Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Go ahead, Indulge! :)

Indulge without the Splurge: US Thanksgiving Weekend 2011

First off, a big Happy Thanksgiving to all our American friends! Apart from all the yummy noms you'll most likely be gorging yourselves with tonight, Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales are another thing to be excited about. If you're not crossing the border to partake in deeply discounted deals (oooh, alliteration love!), we do have some Canadian versions of the deals that may be worth looking into this weekend. Don't expect the best discounts though, as I think Boxing Day sales are still among the best deals you'll ever encounter up north.

***There are a lot of deals available for the weekend, but I'm limiting it to the ones that I think are of the best value.

• Receive a free sample of Purity Made Simple One Step Cleanser by Philosophy at the Bay counters with this printable coupon. Valid till November 27, 2011.
• Crocs Canada has a buy 1 (sale item), get 1 free on any sale item on November 24 (TODAY) only. Note that these sale items are already discounted up to 60% off. Choose from a variety of shoes for men, women and kids. Valid only online and shipping is a flat rate of $9.99.
• Banana Republic has a great Black Friday deal available in store only. Get 40% off  before 1pm, and a discount of 25% off after 1pm on November 25, 2011 only. Note that the discount does not apply to bags, shoes, Monogram, Heritage Collection, 100% cashmere and third party merchandise.
• Get 25% off and free shipping on any regular priced dress at French Connection with coupon code: HOLIDAYDRESS. This code is valid till December 4, 2011. To receive 30% off regular priced coats and jackets until November 30, 2011, use coupon code: COLDOUTSIDE. Note that you can only use one coupon code at a time and both deals are only available online.
• Square One in Mississauga has a whole bunch of deals from a lot of its stores! Express, the US clothing retailer, just opened a new store and are bring Black Friday to Canada. Today, November 24th till noon on Friday, November 25th, enjoy 40% off the entire store. After 12pm on Friday, enjoy 30% for the rest of the day. Click here for more info on all the other deals be had at Square One.
• For a limited time, all items in store and online are 30% off at Jacob, including previously marked down items. For online shoppers, remember that shipping is free on orders over $25!
• Sephora has some great value sets for $12 available online and in store this Friday only. The fine print reads: Limit of two (2) of each Exclusive Beauty Deals product per client. Exclusive Beauty Deals skus retail for $12 CAD. Valid through 11/25/11 11:59pm PST or while supplies last. Exclusive Beauty Deals products not available at Sephora inside jcpenney stores.
  Sephora reserves the right to end or change this promotion at any time. Get a preview of the deals on their Facebook page.
• H&M is hosting a sale available in stores only this Friday. Some of the deals to be had includes: Tops starting at $5, Dresses starting at $10, Knitwear starting at $15, Men’s shirts starting at $15, Kids denim starting at $7.
• For Black Friday, Club Monaco Canada is offering an additional 30% off already reduced merchandise both in store and online. Deal is valid from November 25-27, 2011.
• American Eagle Outfitters/Aerie/77 Kids Canada is wants you to save an additional 40% off your entire purchase.  Use the promo code  72429831 at the checkout to receive your discount. No code or coupon needed for shopping in store. Promo runs from November 23-26, 2011.

Hammie says: Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Shopping!

Indulge without the Splurge: November 17, 2011

Last weekend had some early Friends and Family Sales from various shops. This week, the deals don't stop. A really good thing for everyone who's trying to get a head start on their Christmas shopping or looking to winterize their wardrobe. I've also quite a bit of warehouse sales that you might want to hit up. If you decide to and want to maximize the experience, I've got some tips from this week's Truckload Tuesday. Anyway, on with the deals!

• Aeropostale Canada is offering 40% off your entire purchase in store and online.  Use the promo code AEROFRIENDS at the checkout to receive your discount or print off this coupon to use in store. Excludes fragrances. Valid from November 17-20, 2011.
• COACH Factory Outlet is offering an extra 30% off till November 20th 2011. No coupon necessary but if you feel more comfortable having it by all means go ahead and do so.
• Mark's Work Wearhouse Canada is offering a free $20 gift card when you purchase $100 worth of gift cards. Gift cards must be purchased between November 16-27, 2011.  Bonus gift card valid December 1, 2011 - April 1, 2012. The bonus gift card cannot be used towards the purchase of gift cards or for online orders. Mark's is also holding a Friends and Family Event on Saturday, November 26, 2011 from 5PM-11PM local time. Save 20% off all regular and sale priced merchandise!
• Save 20% off your entire purchase at Bath & Body Works. Valid November 17, 2011 only. But fear not if you miss today's event! They're also having a home fragrance event this Saturday November 19th from 10am to 3pm.  They are giving away a FREE gift (approximate $20 value) with any home fragrance purchase. Other awesome promos they have on going are the following:
• Signature Collection body care 3 for $25 or 2 for $18
• FREE Merry Mistletoe lip gloss with the purchase of a 14.5oz Merry Mistletoe candle.
• Anti-bacterial pocketbacs 3 for $5
• Anti-bacterial Hand soaps 5 for $20
• Anti-bacterial moisturizing hand lotion 2 for $5
• New minis to go 3 for $10

• Hudson's Bay Canada (HBC) has rolled out some brand new reward points coupons! Get 10,000 HBC Reward Points when you spend $25 or more. Get 20,000 HBC Reward Points when you spend $40 or more. Get 20,000 HBC Reward Points when you spend $50 or more. All coupons are valid at The Bay, Zellers or Home Outfitters, until November 30, 2011. Perfect for some Christmas shopping! (Yes, I have Christmas on the brain.) A few other printable coupons for non-HBC Rewards Points collectors are the following:
• Purchase any women's item from the Moon fall collection and receive a tubular tank     top (black or ivory) free (value $14.99). Expires November 24, 2011.
• Spend $100, save $40 on men's Moon apparel. Expires November 24, 2011.
• Save $10 on any Calvin Klein Naked Glamour Bra purchase. Expires November 18,     2011.
• 25% off all men's and women's regular priced Converse. Expires November 20, 2011.

• GTA-based Civello Spas has a Gift Card offer running TODAY ONLY: purchase a Gift Card with a value between $200-$500 and get another card of the same value for free! The complimentary gift cards can be redeemed for spa or services starting January 1, 2012. They can't be used for hair services or product purchases. Civellos Spas has four GTA locations. This offer is only valid online, but keep in mind that the second, complimentary, gift card will not appear in your cart, although it will be shipped with your order. I've never actually tried this spa so I can't vouch for how good the services will be. I have to admit, that's one heck of a deal tho!
• Bootlegger Canada is offering 25% off everything in store and online for Bootlegger Cardholders. The discount will automatically be applied online when a valid Bootlegger card is on account or added in your cart for purchase.  Promo runs from November 18-20, 2011. No Bootlegger Club Card?  Purchase one online for $10. It'll come in handy if you frequent the store.
• Dynamite Canada is offering 20% off your entire purchase during their Ladies Night on November 17, 2011 from 5PM-9PM local time. A free gift bag (value: $50) will be given for every purchase of $40 or more, while quantities last.
• Ebeauty is offering a 15% off discount with the code: Paris15. The offer expires on November 30th, 2011 and cannot be combined with any other offer or towards the purchase of gift-cards. Free shipping to Canada is also being offered for a limited time.Also, free gifts are included with certain purchases, while quantities last.
• My Top Drawer (lingerie, swimwear, shapewear, sleepwear) is having a huge sale to celebrate their 10th anniversary until November 20, 2011. The sale includes 10%, 25%, 40% up to 70% off the original retail price in all four of the stores locations. They are also offering BOGO on select matching panties.
• For a limited time Ricki's is having a big ol' sweater sale: Buy 1 Get One for $25 in store or Buy 2 Get 25% off online.
• Macs Canada Freebie Alert! Till November 21, 2011, get a FREE small Tazo tea with this coupon at participating Macs locations in Ontario. Just what you need to warm up in this brrr...cold weather!
• Save 25% off all dresses at Addition Elle. Valid online and in store. Sale starts November 16, 2011.
• Cake Beauty Canada is offering 30% off your entire online purchase.  Use the promo code: give at the checkout to receive your discount.  Offer includes limited edition holiday gift sets.  Free shipping on all orders $75 or more.  Valid until November 18, 2011.
• Soft Moc has some discounted boots by up to 50% off with lots of styles to choose from. Their wide selection of handbags is also on sale for up to 50% off, so it's a good time for matchy-matchy outfits. Note that shipping to your local Soft Moc for in store pick up is free.
• From Starbucks for all you coffee lovers out there: Buy one, get one free on Starbucks Holiday Drinks! This offer is valid for purchases between 2-5pm on November 17th - 20th. 
•  There are two great sale events starting at The Body Shop this week. Buy a bag for $5 and save 30% off everything that fits inside + receive 6 weeks of FREE gifts in store. Save 30% off everything online. Both promotions exclude 750mL jumbo shower gels, prepackaged gifts, gift cards, Love Your Body memberships and charitable items. Sales start November 16, 2011.
• Winterizing your shoe wardrobe has never been so easy! Head over at Naturalizer where all boots are on sale! Use the coupon code NATCA10 to save an additional 10% when checking out. Shipping is $5 for your first item and $2 for each additional item in your order.
• Save up to 50% off on all outerwear (coats, jackets, vests) for a limited time at Forever21. No promo code necessary.
• For four hours today, 5pm-9pm, save 40% off the entire store (regular priced merchandise only) both in store and online at Suzy Shier. Prestige members enjoy additional 10% off on top of the promotional discount! All down puffers are also 50% off.
• I know this isn't strictly fashion or beauty related for humans, but it sure is for pets! Petcetera has some awesome deals for your furry friends:                                   Full selection of rawhide 50% off.
  Holiday dog toys 50% off starting at $2.49.
  50% off full assortment of Holiday fashions and fall/winter fashions.
  Holiday cat toys 50% off starting at $2.49.
  50% off complete assortment of plush toys.
  60% off complete assortment of pet beds
  75% off assorted leashes and collars.
  50% off complete assortment of exercise pens and pet crates.
  75% off complete assortment of Petcetra cat trees.
  *Holiday grooming special: receive a free bag of Royal Canin dry cat food 1.57kg or dry dog food 1.98kg (up to $28.99 value) FREE with a full service groom.*

The round up of warehouse sales happening over the weekend:

• West 49 is holding a warehouse closing sale in Burlington, Ontario. Note that all sales are final and no exchanges or returns allowed. 

          When:
          November 16-20, 2011
          Where:
           Millcroft Plaza, Burlington, ON (click here to see map)

• American Apparel is bringing their Warehouse Sale tour to Edmonton! Expect tens of thousands of American Apparel garments at up to 90% off. Inventory will be constantly replenished throughout the sale but be sure to get there early! RSVP to the Facebook event page to receive updates, tips, and be the first to know when new styles arrive. Cash, credit and debit accepted; all items final sale.

         When:
         November 18-21, 2011
         9AM - 9PM

        Where:
        SHAW Conference Centre
        Assembly Level Hall C
        9797 Jasper Avenue Northwest
        Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9

•  Winter Designer Sample Sale: For 4 days only, save up to 80% on a wide variety of apparel for men and women from brands such as: True Religion, Rock and Republic, New Monarchy Collection, J Brand, Paige, Seven for all Mankind, Sand, Pure, and G-Star just to name a few.

         When:
         November 24-27, 2011
         Thu-Fri 11AM-12AM
         Sat-Sun 11AM-10PM
         Where:
         Sheraton Hotel
         600 Hwy 7 E & Leslie
         Richmond Hill, Ontario

• Siga International is hosting this year's Nautica Sportswear Warehouse Sale featuring discounts of up to 80% off retail on brands such as Nautica, Bugatti, Pure, Mouse Ji, and Bruun Stengade just to name a few!
  
  When:
  November 17-20, 24-26, 2011
  Thu-Fri 10AM-6PM
  Sat-Sun 11AM-4PM
  Where:
  81 St. Regis Crescent
  Toronto, Ontario
• Get huge savings on your favorite brands such as Bench, Mavi, Silver, Buffalo, YDE, Guess, Lucky 7 and much more at the Jean Machine Warehouse Sale. Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Interac, and cash all accepted.
  
  When:
  November 17-20, 2011
  Thu-Fri 11AM-8PM
  Sat 11AM-7PM
  Sun 11AM-6PM
  Where:
  4069 Gordon Baker Road
  Scarborough, Ontario
• Save up to 75% on men, women, and kids apparel and footwear at this year's Geox Warehouse Sale in Vaughan.
  
  When:
  November 10-20, 2011
  Mon-Wed 11AM-7PM
  Sat-Sun 9AM-5PM
  Where:
  361 Applewood Crescent
  Concord, Ontario  
• Enjoy savings of up to 80% off on a huge collection of cosmetics and fragrances from brands such as Elizabeth Arden, Red Earth Cosmetics, Britney Spears, Armani, Baby Phat, Burberry, CK, Gucci, Guess, and Givenchy just to name a few at Lisa's Cosmetics and Fragrances Warehouse Sale!
  
  When:
  November 19-22, 25-28
  December 2-5, 2011
  Where:
  1380 Rodick Road
  Markham, Ontario   

Whew! That's a lot of deals and sales! I think I've got my work cut out for me as I doubt it'll lessen the closer to the Christmas holidays we get.

Indulge without the Splurge: November 10, 2011

I was debating whether I should put up a list today as my eyes itch like mad, I sneeze at least 4 times in a row and my nose is like a dripping faucet. I'd rather not mix meds but I did take Reactine already and so far, these cursed allergies are still going strong. Oh, well. Hammie says writing this will invariably give me something to be busy with and (hopefully) forget about feeling like crap for a bit. Also, we have some amazing deals and warehouse sales you HAVE to know about!

• Today only, save 40% off women's clearance priced items at The Bay. Use promo code: EXTRA40. Note that the 24 hours is based on the EST time zone and this deal is only available online. If you own a HBC Mastercard or HBC Credit Card use it to get free shipping if you spend $45 or more.
• Gap Factory Store and Banana Republic Factory Store are having the Friends and Family Sale this weekend! Get additional 35% off your entire purchase.  Not valid at regular Gap, Gapkids, Gapbaby, Banana Republic stores or online. One coupon per customer. Valid only on  Nov 12 & 13, 2011.
• Gap also offers 30% off online purchases with codes: GAPFAMILY or GAP30. Use this printable invitation for in store purchases.
• Danier Leather Factory Outlet is having its Clearance Savings Event! Extra Savings for a limited time. Take an extra discount off the lowest ticketed price from 40%, 25% or 15% off. Sale ends November 13th.
• "Like" American Apparel Canada on Facebook and get $20 off $75+ purchase. Promo ends at midnight. If you don't have a Facebook account, use promo code: LIKEUS11 at checkout for purchases made online.
• Sirens has a Grand Opening Sale (Buy 1, Get 1 50% off storewide) at its two new stores in Alberta: Chinook Centre and Bower Place Shopping Centre until November 15.
• The Bay Canada is offering a six-piece gift with any Biotherm purchase of $30 or more.  The gift includes: Skin-Ergetic Night Care, 5ml; Skin-Ergetic Day Care, 30ml; Biocils Lash Optimizer, 30ml; Biosource Cleanser, 20ml; Biosource Toning Water, 30ml; Exclusive Biotherm Pouch. This offer is valid in store and online. If you spend $75 or more, you get an additional three items: Biomains, 20ml; Aquasource Lips, 5ml; Lait corporel, 30ml. This offer is valid in store only until November 29, 2011. Don't forget to use your HBC Mastercard for extra savings!
• To commemorate Kiehl's Day, pay no tax on purchases made from November 10th - 13th. If your online purchase is $60+, receive free standard shipping. And don't forget your free samples with every purchase!
• Urban Behavior Canada and Costa Blanca are holding their Friends & Family Event from November 10-13, 2011. Simply present your invitation (click here for Urban Behavior and here for Costa Blanca) to receive a 50% discount off the original retail price. This cannot be used towards gift cards.
• Who wouldn't want a new Coach bag on a discount? Get the new Coach Patchwork Tote with a 30% off coupon at any of the Coach Factory Stores. Offer is valid till November 13, 2011 at stores in US, Canada and Puerto Rico only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. One time use only. Not valid on previous purchases.
• American Eagle and Aerie are having a Family & Friends Event this Sunday, November 13.  Save 30% on your entire purchase in store and online.  To get the discount online use coupon code 28422531 at checkout and to get the discount in store sign up here to have the invite email to you.
• Looking to winterize your wardrobe? Save 25% off all regular priced items at RW & Co. Valid November 12, 2011 only. Excludes items ending in $0.95.
• Lemming something from the Body Shop? Now is the best time to grab it! Save 30% off your entire purchase at The Body Shop. Plus, free shipping on orders of $75 or more! Valid online only, from November 10-13, 2011.
• Save 40% off all bras at Aerie. Excludes clearance.
• Save 25% off your entire purchase at Abercrombie & Fitch. Valid online and in store. If you plan to shop online, enter promo code 10109 at checkout to get your discount.
• SportChek is having some great outerwear & footwear sales right now. Save 25% off winter jackets, pants & accessories. Save 50% off any Junior winter pant when you buy a Junior winter jacket. Buy one, get one 50% off all men’s & women’s footwear
• Receive a free sample of Juicy Couture fragrance with this printable coupon. Bring your coupon to the Juicy Couture fragrance counter at The Bay to receive your freebie. Valid until November 13, 2011.
• With coupon code RFD50, all sale items from Crocs.ca will be Buy One, Get One 50% off. Items in the sale section are already reduced by up to 60%, so there are some pretty good deals to be had!
• Jacob Canada has online shopping available now with free shipping on orders over $25. If that isn't enough, take an extra 30% off Sale Items. I've been wanting to try their nail polish for a while now and might jump on the chance!
• Skin79 North America is having a sale online only till November 30, 2011! Get 15-20% off selected products (prices as marked). Great time to buy if you've been wanting to jump on the BB Cream bandwagon.
• Reebok/Rockport Friends and Family Sale is also happening this weekend! Come in from today till Sunday, November 13, 2011 to receive an extra 40% off your entire bill! Promo excludes all Realflex footwear. Click here for which stores will be holding the sale. Also, feel free to print the image to bring in store, just in case.
  

The Warehouse Sales are ridiculous this weekend! Pick from these (or go to all!) to get some awesome Christmas shopping done for a fraction of the cost:

• Save up to 70% on men's, women's, and kids' apparel from brands such as Point Zero, N. Benisti, Blend, and Big It Up at the Point Zero Sample Sale!

    When: November 11-12, 2011
    Fri 10AM-8PM
    Sat 10AM-5PM
    Where: 160 Tycos Drive, Toronto, Ontario

• The Shiseido Warehouse Sale is a good place to find high-end cosmetics at bargain basement prices in the Toronto area. I'll be hitting this one up so if you're there, come say hi! I'll be the one with a hamster on her shoulder. (Oh, but Hammie says he refuses to queue in the cold so he's staying in my pocket. *pouts*)

    When: November 12-13, 2011
    Sat 9AM-5PM
    Sun 9AM-3PM
    Where: 303 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario

• Save up to 75% on men, women, and kids apparel and footwear at this year's Geox Warehouse Sale in Vaughan.

    When: November 10-20, 2011
    Mon-Wed 11AM-7PM
    Sat-Sun 9AM-5PM
    Where: 361 Applewood Crescent, Concord, Ontario

• Get jewellery for as low as $3 at Vivah Jewellery Outlet Sale.

    When: November 11-26, 2011
    Mon-Fri 10AM-7PM
    Sat 11AM-5PM
    Where: 995 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario

• The Premium Retail Group Guess Warehouse Sale is another good sale if you're in the west end of the city.

    When: November 9-13, 2011
    Wed 10AM-8PM
    Thu-Fri 11AM-9PM
    Sat-Sun 11AM-7PM
    Where: International Centre, Hall 4. 6900 Airport Road. Mississauga, Ontario

• Tom's Place is holding a sale with unbelievable prices on men's and women's business attire. I have a buddy who's been talking about this for the longest time. He scored some awesome designer suits last year from brands like Ben Sherman, etc. Great time to grab a tux for any formal event you might have in the calendar!

    When: November 10-13, 2011
    Thu-Fri 11AM-8PM
    Sat 10AM-6PM
    Sun 11AM-6PM
    Where: 750 Spadina Avenue. Toronto, Ontario. 416-596-0297

That's a lot of shopping to do this weekend, eh? Well, go ahead and indulge! Happy shopping!

Truckload Tuesdays: Mail Happiness and Luck

*Defensive mode: On* Before anything, let me just say that this post does not in any way or form violate my currently imposed "No Buy". All the items below were purchased or ordered online prior to its imposition so I haven't broken any rules with what I'm going to show you today. *Defensive mode: Off*

Now that we have that out of the way, I recently got some mail love that I've been anxiously waiting for: Skin79 BB Creams! My heritage is Asian and as anyone who follows beauty products in Asia will know, BB cream (BB stands for beauty balm) is a must try/have product. It got so popular that they've started opening stores (both physical and online) in North America in an effort to garner a niche in the beauty market. Sephora just recently introduced Dr. Jart BB cream from Korea and Clinique and Boscia have come out with their own take. I wanted to try one of the more popular brands from Korea so when I found out that Skin79 ships to Canada, I HAD to try some!

I got the Oriental Gold BB Cream that came with a free gift: Oriental Gold Shimmering BB Cream! 

I got the EOS lip balm because of Mary. ;)

Out of the box: These were so reflective, it was a pain to photograph!

The BB cream cap comes with a lip and cheek tint while the shimmering kind works with a click brush mechanism similar to the Stila lip glosses, only much bigger.

I'm excited to do a review on these soon, but I want to keep using these for a longer time to see if my skin does improve as the claims suggest. Suffice to say that so far, I've really been enjoying these! I was also lucky enough to win one of the free Milani eyeliner packs that G at Nouveau Cheap gave away last month in partnership with Milani. I was beyond ecstatic; it was the first time I've ever won any giveaway! Hammie even did a little dance when we found out.

Couldn't have come at a better time. Been wanting to try these for the longest time!

If you see anything you're most interested to know more about, do let us know in the comments so we can prioritize them accordingly. Happy Tuesday!

Hammie says: Have you tried BB creams before? Don't forget to wear your poppy till Friday!

Indulge without the Splurge: Halloween Weekend 2011

Halloween is definitely right around the corner! Candy? Check. Decor? Check. Scary movie marathon? Goodness, please, no! I'm squeamish, I'll admit it. But squawk at me all you want, nothing is going to get me to watch a scary movie. Well, maybe if you promised me a lifetime supply of anything (and everything) from Sephora but let's not get into that. I've got some great deals you need to know about this weekend!

• Free shipping with any purchase over $40 at Yves Rocher with coupon code: YRFREESHIP. Best sellers on the site are also up to 50% off!
• Save up to 50% off on outerwear at Garage.ca! Free shipping over orders $75 and up, plus get an extra $10 off with coupon code: REDFLAGDEALS10 at check out.
• Save 40% off EyesLipsFace (ELF) Studio Make up with your purchase of $25 USD or more with coupon code: STUDIO. Offer valid till October 31, 2011.
• Canada.ArmaniExchange.com is offering an additional 40% off all sale items. Please note that they ship from US and the standard delivery charge is $18 which includes all duties and taxes.
• The Bay Days are here! Get 40% off Women's Outerwear and up to 50% off  Men's Brand Name Dress Shirts. Available both in-store and online. Shipping is free over online orders $99 and up.
• For a limited time, Jacob is offering 30% off all in-stock items, both in-store and online! Get free shipping with orders $75 and up. I just saw that they had nail polish, too! Intriguing.
• It's that time of the year again! With purchases $26.50 or more, get a free gift from Clinique at Sears valued at $70. The kit includes: Even Better Skin Tone Correcting Moisturizer SPF 20 (15mL), Liquid Face Soap Mild (30mL), Lash Doubling Mascara in Black (4mL), Different Lipstick in Different Grape (4mL), Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 in Air Kiss (2mL) and Soft Pressed Powder Blusher with Brush in New Clover (2g) all in a floral cosmetic case.
• Get a free 5-shade lip gloss compact from Lancome.ca with any purchase over $34 with code: LIPS11 until supplies last. Also get free shipping with any order with code: OCT11 until October 31, 2011.
• Get a free sample of Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair when you present this coupon at the Estee Lauder counter at the Bay. Valid till November 3, 2011.
• Get a free sample of Oscar de la Renta's new fragrance, Live in Love at the Bay with this coupon. Offer good till October 31, 2011.
• Save up to 50% off selected styles at Smart Set till October 30, 2011. Plus, get an additional 25% off on all pink sticker prices. Offer available both in-store and online.
• Shoppers Drug Mart is having another Bonus Points Redemption Weekend! 50,000 points = $100 off your bill (an extra $15) and 95,000 points = $200 off your bill (an extra $25) I heard the Quo by Orly sets have landed..
• The Body Shop has some awesome deals going on for a limited time! Take your pick from: Buy 3, get 2 free/ Buy 2, get 1 free/ Buy 1, get 1 50% off available both in store and online. This would be a great time to stock up on favorites! Note though that this excludes all travel items, hand cleanse gels, prepackaged gifts, gift cards, Love Your Body Memberships and charitable items. It may not be combined with any other offer. If fragrances are your thing, you may get a free tassle bag with a purchase of $25 upwards.
• Get 20% off your entire purchase both in-store and online at Bench Canada. Use coupon code: benchgift at online check out or print off this coupon for us in-store. Offer valid till October 31, 2011.
• Last but most definitely not least: the annual Esprit and Lacoste Warehouse Sale is on now till this weekend! Save up to 80% on Esprit clothing and accessories, as well as Lacoste footwear. Details are as follows:
• Thursday and Friday (October 27-28): 10am-9pm
• Saturday and Sunday (October 29-30): 10am-6pm
• Location: International Center-Hall 4, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON

Hammie says: Go ahead, Indulge! Happy Halloween!!!

Indulge without the Splurge: 13 October 2011

I was supposed to post one of these sooner this week but things got quite hectic from the spontaneous weekend trip to Mr. J's birthday. The coming weekend should be all the more interesting as we're having friends over for his (belated) birthday dinner so I'll be slaving in the kitchen for that. Thought I'd gotten out of it when we decided to skip out on the huge Thanksgiving feast for a weekend trip instead. But you don't want to hear about my ranting so on with the deals!

• Buy 1 get 1 half off on all regular priced Essie and Misa nail polish at Trade Secrets till Octber 28, 2011! This will come in handy for the Misa Nail Art Challenge. (P.S. Hammie tells me that the OPI Muppets Collection is out today.)
• Fruits & Passion is holding a buy 1 get 1 40% off on all merchandise for their promo: Wednesdays Bear Fruit. If you missed it yesterday, don't despair! This one runs on Wednesdays including October 19, October 26 and November 2, 2011, in stores only.
• Buffalo David Bitton has an additional 30% off already reduced items for a limited time! Unfortunately, not valid at liquidation stores or online.
• Northern Reflections has up to 50% off select styles and 40% off sweaters. Perfect for dreary and slowly cooling weather. Brr!
• Start a chain of sharing Kleenex! Send a pack your family and friends and get one, too! Quite timely for those nasty cough and colds brought about by the changing weather.
• Get a free deluxe sample of a mini Rouge Dior lipstick with any foundation or complexion product at the Bay with this coupon.
• Holt Renfrew has a great Clinique gift with purchase of $35 or more available from October 14-23, 2011 while supplies last. Included in the gift are: Vitamin C Lip Smoothis, Antioxidant Lip Colour, Color compact with eyeshadow and blush, mascara, a trio of make up brushes, travel sized make up remover, moisturizer and cleanser in a floral cosmetics bag. Available in stores only and limit of one gift per customer.
• Murale has an awesome Fab and Free promo going on. Spend over $100 in store and get $200 worth of beauty products, free!
• The Bay is also offering a Lancome gift with purchase of $34 and more, till November 6 while supplies last and limit of one gift per customer. While the offer is valid in store and online, if you buy in stores, you recieve a gift bad and your choice of three treatment products and four makeup products with an estimated value of up to $183. Purchasing online will give you a 7-item gift with an estimated value of up to $124.
• Coach Factory Outlet has another great coupon: an additional 30% off on already reduced prices! Great for those shopping for early Christmas presents or just as a treat for surviving the week.
• Save an additional 25% off at Abercrombie & Fitch both in store and online until October 16, 2011, excluding redline items as those have been marked down an additional 40% already. Use code: 10149 at check out for online purchases.
• Le Chateau wants you to buy select blazers and coordinates to instantly save $50. Blazers must be priced $150 or higher. Promo is available in store and online. Use coupon code: WORKWEAR at check out.
• RW&Co. is offering 25% off outerwear, including all winter coats, jackets, hats, gloves and scarves! Minimum purchase of $78, before taxes.
• Plan ahead for Beautylicious at Bloor-Yorkville! These value packages and services from high end salons and spas book up fast so better scout the offers and find what best fits your needs and budget. Price ranges from $25, $50, $75 and $125. This is a great time to try more expensive salons that you normally wouldn't! Beautylicious runs from October 27 to November 6.

Don't forget to check the freebies and giveaways on the left, right under Hammie!  Dove Nourishing Oil and Jergens Overnight Fix are the most recent.

Indulge without the Splurge: 6 October 2011

We've been having some good luck with the weather gods this week! Lots of wonderful sunshine to combat the past weekend's iffy gray weather. Here are a few other happy thoughts to get you through to Friday!

• Suzy Shier Canada wants you to do some shopping! Get 30% off your entire purchase in store and online. The bad news is it can't be combined with any other offer, including the 20% off new Prestige membership discount. The good news is the Suzy Shier Outlet store is holding a mega blowout sale with items as low as $1! Lots of discounts all around. Both promos run from October 6-10, 2011.
• Danier is holding its Fall Clearout Sale with jackets at half price! Offer good till October 9, 2011.
• Get 25% off Eau de Toilette fragrances both online and in store when you pay with your MasterCard at Fruits & Passion. Offer runs till October 9, 2011.
• Mark's Work Warehouse is offering 30% off men's and women's regular priced outerwear this weekend! The sale begins tomorrow, October 7, 2011 and runs all the way till Sunday, October 9, 2011.
• Save 20% off your purchase of $100 or more at Addition Elle Canada with promo code: AE20100 tomorrow, October 7, 2011 only. Unfortunately, this is an online only promotion. Best to look for your top picks today so you're ready to go tomorrow!
• Get a free sample of Yves Saint-Laurent L'Homme Libre fragrance. Just fill out the form here and wait for delivery! Unless they're actual perfume samples, I like to place these fragrance samples in smelly shoes.
• Get an additional 30% off already reduced items at a Coach Factory Outlet! Print out this coupon for use till October 16, 2011. Great for some early Christmas shopping or just a little reward for a week well done.
• For the whole month of October, 100% of all proceeds from EyesLipsFace (ELF) glossy glosses in Twinkle Pink and Wild Watermelon are to be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation! This is a cause close to my heart. If you're in need or on the look out for new pink glosses, these are amazing and guilt-free purchases!
• ClearlyContacts.ca is having its Thanksgiving Sale from now till October 11, 2011 with their entire inventory of glasses at $38 + shipping & taxes! That's including some of the designer glasses from Ray Ban, Fendi and Gucci. I think some prescription sunglasses are in order.. For the contacts wearers, not to fret! They've also got you covered with free shipping and $10 off your purchase of $179 or more with coupon code: TGCONTACTS.
• Another warehouse sale to look forward to! (Thanks to Sparkled Beauty for the head's up!) The American Apparel warehouse sale is on this weekend with deep discounts as much as 90% off. This can be popular to definitely plan ahead! Details are as follows:
• Sale goes on from October 6-10, 2011. From 9am to 9pm.
• Location is CNE Direct Energy Centre, Heritage Court, 100 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario

Lots of great warehouse sales going on this weekend so if you're planning to go to one or both, make sure to plan ahead! Parking (or lack of) and the long queues can be horrible but all worth the $$$ you save. Best you carpool and have a designated driver so you won't have to worry about the parking, and make sure to go there early! Even when you think it's early enough, go even earlier. Trust.

Indulge without the Splurge: 4 October 2011

We've been tinkering around with the blog a bit and I don't know if you've noticed, but in the side bar just below Hammie, you'll see a bunch of links for great beauty and fashion related deals, coupons and giveaways that we try to keep updated. To better facilitate information dissemination, we've decided to compile these into a post. No schedule for these as I'll update as I find discount news, coupons and contests for freebies. So check back often or subscribe via email to stay up to date!

• Canadian freebies at SampleSource.com! Just sign up and complete their survey to receive your free samples. I got Arm & Hammer laundry detergent, Sensodyne toothpaste, John Freida Full Repair hair care, Oxi Clean cleanser and a Glade air freshener. Not a bad haul for 5 minutes of your time! Get yours at https://www.samplesource.com/
• More free samples for the whole month of October at Well.ca! Any purchase over $30 qualifies you for your choice of free samples. You can also save $10 off any purchase $40 or more with coupon code: SMARTS. Shipping is always free in Canada!
• Gap Factory Stores Canada has all outerwear at up to 50% off! Get an extra 30% off on all clearance items; add another extra 15% off when you purchase $85 or more with this coupon. This is not valid online or at Gap retail stores. Offer valid from October 7-10, 2011.
• Get $3 off any Hanes underwear with this printable coupon. You can never have too much comfy underwear! Coupon is valid till February 28, 2012 and may not be used for socks.
• Bath & Bodyworks has two fantastic coupons to use till October 5th! Great for stocking up on the limited fall releases or stocking stuffers. One is a $10 off $30 or more and the other is $15 off $40 or more.
• Shoppers Drug Mart is holding its first Customer Appreciation Day tomorrow, October 5! Get 20% off your purchase of $50 or more. Use this coupon to get the discount.
• Sirens Canada has another $5 off $25 coupon available! This one is valid for the whole month of October.
• The Fall Sale at Urban Outfitters is on now! This deal is available both online and in store.
• Save up to 70% off at the LL Bean outerwear sale! Perfect timing if you're on the look out for a new fall or winter jacket. Don't forget that shipping in Canada is free is you select "Everyday Free Shipping" at checkout.
• Get a free 6pc gift from Biotherm at Sears when you purchase $30 or more worth of products. Offer valid till October 21, 2011 or until quantities last. Best time to buy a new moisturizer!
• Save an additional 25% off clearance items at Aldo shoes! Enter coupon code getlucky75985 for 15% off on top of that. Can't get any better? Shipping is free for a limited time. Boots shopping, anyone?

That's it for this issue of Indulge without the Splurge! Let us know in the comments what deals you liked the most and which ones you think aren't worth spreading the news.

Hammie says: Enjoy the rest of this sunshine-y day!