FabulousSavings.ca Blog
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Sep 2Filed under: Retail Therapy
Images from StyleQuotient, a gorgeous street style blog out of Vancouver.
Every since I first started reading Shopsterium, I’ve been slightly obsessed with Street Style blogs. I just love seeing how average people take what’s popular and make them their own. It makes me feel like I can really work the trends, too, if I put more thought into my style. Plus, one time, I saw a friend of a friend on one. I was proud through acquaintance.
SO, here’s a list of 6 Canadian Street Style blogs you should definitely see:
- Shopsterium (Toronto)
- Toronto Street Fashion
- BlogTO (Toronto)
- Montreal in Style
- StyleQuotient (Vancouver – love the design of this blog)
- The Coast (Halifax)
Did I miss your blog? Leave a comment below with the URL, and we’ll check it out!
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Sep 2Filed under: Coupons, Wallet Watch
You know what they say: “If the shoe fits, get another pair in the same colour!” Okay, maybe that’s just what I say. But with this printable coupon for 20% off at Payless ShoeSource, maybe you should listen to me! Hurry though, this sale is ending September 6th.
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Sep 1Filed under: Coupons, Retail Therapy
Halloween is BY FAR my favorite time of the year. I’m a bit of a ham, so dressing up and running around comes pretty naturally. But every year I face the same dilemma: what to be?
I’m a big fan of pun costumes. When pulled off properly, pun Halloween costumes can be a smash hit, but half-ass it and you’ll spend the entire party explaining what you are. A failure.
Here’s a few done right, from BuyCostumes.com, all 10% off with coupon (obligatory sales pitch):
Clockwise from top left:
It helps if you’re a blonde bombshell, but even without the big hair and BOTOX, you make the point with gold lamé. Cost: $34.99.
This costume doesn’t just illustrate a funny pun, it means you get to wear a lampshade on your head. It was probably going to happen anyway. Cost: $42.99.
Crucial to making this costume work is to always be drinking. We here at FS don’t endorse binge-drinking of course, but we are sticklers for authenticity. (Don’t drink and drive…seriously.) Cost: $29.99.
It’s probably best not to wear this one to a church function. And while you shouldn’t expect to meet your special someone wearing a giant turd, it is good for a laugh. Cost: $39.99.
Don’t forget that a good homemade pun costume is possible, too. If you’re good with the arts and crafts, pull out your scissors and construction paper and give these a try:
- Cereal Killer: Make a life-sized box of your fave brand and borrow the biggest carving knife you can find. What’s that, blog editor? Okay, okay…make it a rubber knife…
- God’s Gift To Women: Slap on your nicest duds, tie on a big red bow and attach a card that reads TO: Women FROM: God. But be prepared for sarcastic laughing unless you’re really, really good-looking.
Halloween costumes with a pun can be difficult to get right. Remember to go big on the visuals, and that if you find yourself explaining it to fellow party-goers more than once, initiate Plan B: run to your host’s bedroom and strip the top sheet off her bed. Cut two eyeholes and voila, old-school ghost! A lampshade wouldn’t hurt either.
Have you heard of any other pun costume ideas? Would you or have you done a funny pun costume?
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Sep 1Filed under: Coupons, Wallet Watch
When you find yourself wishing for more space in your dorm, locker, bedroom, bathroom… turn to Solutions – Your Organized Living Store. Discover quirky and useful products that help you neatly store clutter away while maximizing your space.
From now until September 12th, use this free printable coupon to save 20% on regular-priced items. Don’t get frustrated, get organized!
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Aug 31Filed under: Cool Free Sh!t
Fall is just around the corner. Before you know it fresh fruit salad for dessert will be replaced with warm apple pie.There’s nothing like warm comfort food made right at home. So enjoy this free cookbook: Gooseberry Patch Fall Favourites with Sun-Maid Raisins and Dried Fruit.
Simply fill out this form and receive it in the mail in just 4 weeks – right on time for the fall!
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Aug 31Filed under: Coupons, Wallet Watch
It’s that time of year again; time to stock up on texts for university. Dreading the dent it’s gonna leave in your bank count? I don’t blame you. But I can help you!
I was in university for 5 years, and my books were a huge $500 of my budget for the year (sometimes more!) By year three, I found new ways to buy books in Canada on the cheap. Now I’m sharing my tips with you…
Cheap Used Textbooks at School
- School bookstore - Most university book stores provide a section on used books at lower prices. The problem is: they can sell out fast, so try getting there at least one month before the semester begins.
- Hallway Bulletin Boards – Most students are in the same boat as you are: saving up to buy their texts. Some students sell texts they’re done with at a low price to pay for their own books. So keep an eye out for notes on bulletins.
Online Text Book Stores in Canada
Write down all the ISBN numbers of the texts required – it makes online searching faster. Then visit these online book stores to buy books that ship to Canada. And to make things even more affordable, I’ve included coupons for you:
- Amazon.ca – up to 37% off new textbooks (coupon for free shipping on $39 or more)
- AbeBooks – up to 90% off new & used books (coupon free domestic shipping on select books)
- Alibiris – up to 30% off new textbooks (coupon for $10 off $100 or more)
TIP: Do your research before visiting any online bookstore. Use helpful tools like Booksprice.com where you can see the online stores your book is available at plus compare prices!
Borrow or Rent Your Texts
- Borrow – Visit the library to see if they offer the texts you need. Most libraries offer renewal options so you can keep the book for longer periods of time. The only downfall with this option is that there will be a limited amount of books offered.
- Rent – One of the easiest ways to save money on texts is by renting them. eCampus.com lets Canadian students rent their texts for low fees. Better yet, if you have any texts from previous years, you can sell them to eCampus.com and use that cash to rent new ones. Done and done!
Printable Books or Chapters Online
- Printable Books – Want to avoid heavy texts all together? Take a load off with help from Project Gutenburg. They offer printable eBooks online for free – yup, free! All they ask is that you leave a small donation that you can afford so that they can keep providing this free service.
- Printable Chapters - If you’re in a readers group with other classmates, this is a great option. iChapters offers eBooks and eChapters that you can print out for a low fee.
Social Networks
How many hours a day are you on Facebook, Twitter or MySpace? Well, you’ve got saving opportunity at your finger tips. Simply change your status or tweet a question about the text you’re looking for and if anyone has it.
If you’re fed up with the insane prices of texts, then all these great resources are your alternative to high prices. Happy shopping!
Do you have any tips to share on how to find cheap textbooks?
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Aug 30Filed under: Coupons
I know sexy is a weird adjective to use for a coupon, but I think you’ll forgive me. We found an awesome printable coupon for 20% off at the Coach Factory Outlet! I told you it was sexy. Don’t wait too long though, this coupon expires September 6th.
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Aug 30Filed under: Cool Free Sh!t
Normally we don’t post freebies on shampoos, but we found a freebie package (!!) from John Frieda featuring products from their hair care line that hydrates hair from root to tip.
If the summer sun has made your hair dry, fill out this form and receive a free sample of John Frieda Roots Awakening Shampoo, Conditioner and Smoothing Lotion.
You must be 18 or older to place an order. Banish dry tresses with this eucalyptus-enriched line!
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Aug 27Filed under: Retail Therapy
Here are the picks for this weeks top style and beauty posts. Enjoy!
Fashion in Motion – Be Cozy and Happy in UGG Australia boots this Fall. But, first take a look at the Fall 2010 line to pick your favourite pair. Like what you see? Well, lucky for you we’ve got you covered on some sweet UGG savings! Check out our UGG Australia coupons!
Urbane Bloc – Rachel Bilson is a favourite for fashion bloggers and magazines. She is always on the red carpet best-dressed lists, and her smart and chic street styles are always copied. Catch up on her best style sightings by reading Style Muse – Rachel Bison.
Canadian Beauty – Looking to use a new hair styling product? In this post, Henna reviews L’Oreal Silk And Gloss Mousse. It’ll leave your hair wavy and soft – without the crunch!
I Want – I Got – I’ve included this post only because these boots made me smile. But, really…just Who Would Wear These Boots, Christian Louboutin?
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Aug 27Filed under: Retail Therapy
Yesterday we talked about the many options women have to wear camel this season. But for men, camel is an absolute wardrobe staple. It’s important to own a great pair of well-fitting chinos and a classic trench coat, but it’s also fun to play with beige and brown in plaid. Plus, this season, aviator-inspired pieces are happening, so that fighter pilot jacket you’ve always secretly wanted? Now’s the time, my friend. Now’s the time.
Left to right: Relaxed Dawson Fit Chino, $65, Banana Republic; Water-resistant Khaki Trench, $275, Banana Republic; Brixton Stroll (Brown Plaid), $59 USD, Zappos Canada; Mason Shawl-collar Henley, $138 USD, J.Crew; Heritage Bomber Jacket (Honey), $499 USD, Eddie Bauer; Rugged Twill Messenger Bag (Dark Chestnut), $128 USD, J.Crew; Vintage Flannel Shirt in Lewiston Plaid, $69.50 USD, J.Crew; Men’s Bracken (Chestnut), $145, UGG Australia.
Coupons: Zappos Canada, Eddie Bauer, UGG Australia.
