A New Way of Shopping: Private Designer Sales

In my ongoing quest to never pay retail prices, I have come across a interesting breed of online bargains. There are multiple sites that offer members-only designer sales which have truly fabulous discounts (think on average of 65% off). Which designers? How about Tory Burch, Escada, Marc Jacobs and Dolce & Gabanna. A little out of your price range? They also offer brands such as Free People, Michael Kors Home and Elie Tahari. The offerings can range from the latest collection to accessories to home goods. The sites also offer womens, mens and even children's items. The sales run anywhere from 24-72 hours (depending on the site) and once the sale is over, the merchandise is no longer available. However, the real problem is trying to snag that fabulous item before it sells out!

Interested in which sites to join? Try Ideeli or Gilt Groupe which have referral sites in order to join. Other sites such as Hautelook or Rue La La require an invitation from a member (you can request an invitation here). Each site has incentives to recruit other members, usually with a $25 credit per friend when he or she makes the first purchase. Some sites even give you an initial credit good towards your purchases. Besides the sales, most sites offer great giveaways and sweepstakes for items such as a 7-day vacation or a designer accessory.

Want an example of offerings? Here are the sales going on next week, for noteable sales in the future, follow the twitter postings.

• Ideeli is featuring Amrita Singh (jewelry) and giveaways from YSL, Burberry and Balenciaga
• Gilt Groupe is featuring Trina Turk, Delman Shoes, and Perricone MD Cosmeceuticals
  
• Hautelook is featuring Lauren Conrad, Stila, Three Dots, Via Spiga, Michael Kors and Ernest Sewn
  
• Rue La La is featuring Besty Johnson Outerwear, Dolce & Gabbana and Elie Tahari

Enjoy your shopping and let me know your favorite purchase!

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