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    Great Options for Mother’s Day Gifts

    I don’t recall a year when mothers were more deserving of heroic recognition. We are teachers, chefs, housekeepers, mental health counselors, friends, physical trainers, activity directors, and that doesn’t even include our professional obligations.

    I appreciate that times are hard but this is not the year to slight the woman who runs the roost. No matter your budget, it’s incumbent upon partners and children to make sure your madre feels appreciated.

    If budgets are tight you can make a giant ode to mom in the form of a sidewalk chalk card or cook her favorite restaurant dinner and clean it up. Be sure to top it off with lots of hugs and kisses. Even better, if you’re in the position to do so, buy her something she would love.

    Below are a few ideas:

    Bottega Veneta Point Pouch $2250

    Diptyque scented oval (for the closet) $60
    Angua Bendits swimsuit ($490) and pareo $200

    Desmond & Dempsey pajama set $150

    Ssense: 15% Off Some Merchandise

    Ssense started a promotion where you can save 15% off with the code SHOP15. The situation is such that there are so many exclusions that it’s almost difficult to find qualifying items. We pulled the best of the best below. 

    The promotion ends May 2. Here is a list of all the exclusions in case you want to give it a go on your own: Acne Studios, Alexander McQueen, Ann Demeulemeester, Balenciaga, Bang & Olufsen, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Canada Goose, Christian Louboutin, Comme des Garçons Play, Comme des Garçons Wallets, Dior, Dior Homme, Dries Van Noten, Essentials, Fear of God, Fendi, Givenchy, Gucci, I’m Sorry by Petra Collins, Jil Sander, Loewe, Loro Piana, MAD Paris, Miu Miu, Moncler, Moncler Genius, Moncler Grenoble, Prada, S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA., Saint Laurent, SKIMS, Stone Island, The Row, Thom Browne, Tom Ford, Yeezy.

    Weekend Shopping: Impulses & Obsessions

    This week, Alessandro Michele presented the 100th Anniversary Collection for Gucci. The most remarkable elements were the “hacking collection” with Balenciaga and the Tom Ford revamp. You can see the runway show for yourself here. Of course, there was the Alessandro Michele twist that always makes me think of an off-duty circus troupe hitting the Vegas strip.

    The show was exciting, even as viewed on YouTube. The situation is that once you start pulling the pieces apart there isn’t that much newness. There isn’t very much to purchase. Seems like a bag with a bamboo top handle might make a strong appearance for the Fall but is that really exciting? I suppose it’s more supportive of my personal fashion philosophy to buy things I love and to hold on. They will always come back. Even if you’re personal style is circus troupe in Vegas it’s nice to experience some exciting fashion options.

    If you’re shopping this week, you won’t want to miss the LN-CC sale where discounts are up to 30% off with the code LNCC-FORYOU30. Highlights include YSL Tribute sandals for $416 from $600,  a YSL belt for $343 from $490, and a Balenciaga Hourglass bag for $1323 from $1890. Once you put the code into the checkout page all the participating discounts are revealed. There is also no tax, duties, or shipping fees on purchases over $300. 

    Saks Fifth Avenue is running an amazing promotion where you can save $50 off every $200 you spend up to $500. The code ADORE21SF can be used to engage the discount at checkout. Take note, the promotion ends Saturday at midnight. The code can be applied to some Saint Laurent bags like this Loulou Puffer that comes to $1850 from $2350 or this medium Niki bag that is $1500 from $2000. You can see more of our favorites in this post
    Saks Off 5th is hosting a jewelry event where you can find lots of real gold jewelry for a reasonable price. Over this way, you can see a prior blog post where I sing the value of this discounter’s jewelry edit.  These rose gold and diamond huggies are only $150, these diamond pave lightening bolt earrings are $190 and this clover pendant necklace is $280. 
    At D’anello you can use this link to shop an exclusive edit or recent merchandise that’s discounted 30%. (Men can shop from this link.) Use the code MADISON30 to engage the discount at checkout. Some standouts include this Fendi logo dress that comes to $833 from $1200, a Prada logo top is $730 from $1240 US, and this Zimmerman dress is $700 from $996. Click here to see more highlights

    You should stock up on your beauty needs during Sephora’s Spring Savings eventThose with the highest loyalty standing can save 20% off and those in the medium bracket can save 10% off. You can log into your account and use the code OMGSPRING to engage the discount at checkout. All of our favorite beauty products are here

    The Italian site, Tessabit is hosting an early-season sale where lots of full-priced merchandise is discounted 15% off. Most European designer items are already priced under US retail and there are no taxes or duties, which really add to the final savings.  The code TS15X reduces prices at checkout.  You can check out the best bets in this point

    Stay tuned. Until next time… same time, same place?




    Saks Fifth Avenue: Get $50 Off Every $200 You Spend

    Sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue and Shopstyle 
    Forget about Spring showers, we are already looking forward to gathering Summer towels. Long weekends, beaches, pools, and backyard get-togethers aren’t too far away. 

    Saks inspired me get Summer-ready with a few new great outfits. What’s even better is that now through April 17 you can save $50 off every $200 you spend; up to $500 in savings. Just use the code at ADORE21SF at checkout.

    We fell in love with all the great beach options from Agua Bendita. Check out this floral print bikini and the matching sundress. It pairs perfectly with these Aquazzura twist sandals and this Yuzefi macrame fringed bag. The outfit is absolutely perfect for a day of entertaining friends at home or dinner on the docks. 

    For brunch to the beach, we love this one-size-fits-all Hunza G bikini paired with this Melissa Odabash white romper. Slip on these Aquazzura low-heel thong sandals and this Little Liffner Tulip tote and you will be set for the day, 
    We picked lots of other great Summer outfit items above, Remember the Saks Get $50 Off Every $200 You Spend promotion ends on Saturday. Get shopping and don’t forget the sunscreen. 

    Italian Boutiques Danielle 30% off

    If you want to get an idea of what the sale season will look like, it’s not a bad idea to look over to Europe where the sale season has already started. D’anello is offering an amazing deal exclusive to MadSpy fans.

    D’anello you can use this link to shop an exclusive edit or recent merchandise that’s discounted 30%. (Men can shop from this link.) Use the code MADISON30 to engage the discount at checkout. Some standouts include this Fendi logo dress that comes to $833 from $1200, a Prada logo top is $730 from $1240 US, and this Zimmerman dress is $700 from $996.

    D’anello covers all taxes and shipping for purchases over $300. Just take note, since the US dollar started sliding, some retail prices are slightly higher than those in the US but the savings are still very large.

    Sephora: Up to 20% Off

    After a year of isolation, it’s time to turn up the volume. The first order of business is getting your beauty and cosmetic routine in order. We are ready to “glow out.” Sephora’s Spring Savings event can’t come too soon. 

    Those with the highest loyalty standing can save 20% off and those in the medium bracket can save 10% off. You can log into your account and use the code OMGSPRING to engage the discount at checkout.

    It’s very hard to find discounted Dyson hair dryers. Now is a great time to grab yours. Some of my other beauty favorites include Armani Ecstacy mascara, Marc Jacobs Ultra Skinny Gel eyeliner, and Makeup Forever makeup remover. 
    The promotion ends for all levels on April 14, Above are all of the products that I regularly restock. 

    Tessabit’s Early-Season 15% Off

    The Italian site, Tessabit is hosting an early-season sale where lots of full-priced merchandise is discounted 15% off. Most European designer items are already priced under US retail and there are no taxes or duties, which really add to the final savings. 

     The code TS15X reduces prices at checkout.  (Brands like YSL, Bottega, and Gucci are not included in the promotion.) The sale selection isn’t bad either. Below are all of our favorite sale items. Not all the product pictures filtered in but everything can be found in a brand search.