Sweaters on Sale: Flying over to Bluefly + more

Hello Recessionistas! I can’t begin today’s post without first exclaiming that I am COLD!!! Yes, its freezing cold here in Los Angeles, California. I heard its the coldest its been since 1901. Early this week we were “blessed” with rain, freezing rain and even snow in some areas. I haven’t used my heater in quite awhile and all of a sudden its getting a big workout. Checking the news this morning shows that Californians are getting a taste of the cold crippling the rest of the country. Areas in the Midwest & east coast are getting more winter storms. So, its only fitting to do another look at online shopping options. Yesterday, I received the most interesting comment on the holiday items from London post. A reader wrote in to say, ” Dude!, Why are you not mentioning Bluefly.com??? I just bought a pair of Rafe boots – suede and leather, stacked heel, gorgeous – for $162. They are listed on frigging xxxx for almost $300. Other sites have them for less, but not as low as Bluefly.” Immediately, I was intrigued. First of all, even though I live in California, I haven’t been called “Dude” in years. It really perked up my ears. And then of course, the mention of the the word sale is always like a siren call. So last night, I went over to Bluefly.com to check it out.

I have to say, it was a very pleasant surprise. I joined the site years ago, and occasionally shopped there. I hadn’t been back in the last year because I had been cutting back on shopping high-end designer items. Well, I was pleasantly surprised to see that they ARE having some great sales. They also offer Woman’s clothes, Men’s clothes, Home items, plus shoes & handbags. Even my beloved Bedhead pajamas were there and deeply discounted (very appealing as I now need a flannel pair 🙂 )

So, here are a few Recessionista picks I’m looking at over at Bluefly. Today they are having a sweater sale. With the cold weather all over the country, this is really attractive.

Below is a gorgeous Hayden Cashmere sweater in a pretty holiday emerald that I found on sale.

I was also amazed by all the great stuff they had for guys. I desperately need to get something for my Dad. The sweater sale for men (up to 65% off) looks like a perfect fit. They also have some of my favorite designers for men including Ted Baker, Marc Jacobs & Cole Haan. Now, Dad does not care about any of these designer names, but he would certainly appreciate the quality products and warmth of a good sweater. I’m in!