Blood diamonds are being sold with "conflict-free" certifications. We'll tell you why real "conflict-free" diamonds are so hard to find, then offer tips on how you can get truly ethical gems.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
Some interests will always remain a bit niche. Never fear — ThinkGeek has those covered, and is taking up to 60% off select items as part of its Friday the Halloweenth Sale. Here are seven picks that skew a little weird, but in the best way.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
It's time for the Pantone fall colors to shine! If you're missing a certain shade, head to J.Crew Factory, where pieces are up to 60% off until September 11. We've pulled an example of every color, so you'll be set for the season.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
It's not that everyday life is dull, but sometimes it's nice to encounter a little bit of whimsy to keep things exciting. Example: Kate Spade, the queen of tasteful eccentricity. Get some of her pieces now at up to 75% off during the Kate Spade Surprise Sale. Here are 11 totally justifiable buys with a touch of frivolity.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
There's nothing wrong with giving your mom flowers, a card, or other such predictable gifts for Mother's Day. But wouldn't you love to show her that you put some thought into her gift? If so, Amazon is your friend as it discounts a selection off-beat finds during its Mother's Day Sale. Here are 10 picks to suit all sorts of moms.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
Spring cleaning season is upon us, and let's be real — all that scrubbing and decluttering is kind of a drag. But it doesn't have to be! Focus on creating a zen, functional closet worthy of Instagram. To help out, The Container Store is cutting 15% off select items during its Closet Essentials Sale. Here are 12 items for your #closetgoals.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
Some people in the world feel best in understated looks. And then there are those who prefer to go loud. If you're the latter, you'll probably be pleased to know that Vera Bradley is taking 50% off a selection of bags and accessories as part of its Spring Sale. We've rounded up 11 patterned picks under $35.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
Right now at Tory Burch, you'll get up to 60% off items in the sale section, plus an extra 30% off. That's the best extra discount we've seen from Tory Burch in a year, so we're celebrating with pieces that remind us of each Disney princess.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
Groupon is giving new customers an extra 25% off one local, goods, or getaway deal. That's the best discount we've ever seen at the site, so it's an ideal time to give Groupon a try. We've come up with 10 ways you might use the coupon, on everything from photo printing to oil changes.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
It's your lucky day! Anthropologie is taking an extra 25% off sale items in-cart, and everything also ships for free. We've rounded up eight picks from this sale that'll make your classic-boho dreams come true — without breaking the bank.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
There's no shame in buying clothes you like even if you don't technically need them. Especially today, as Barneys Warehouse takes up to an extra 70% off sitewide during its End of Season Sale. We've picked 10 pieces that may give you a little extra surge of happiness.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
You can't always tell much by a store's name. But Madewell is pretty straightforward — it sells timeless pieces intended to last for years. As if that wasn't reason enough to get your shop on, it's cutting an extra 40% off sale items via coupon code "EXTRA40", and all orders bag free shipping until July 25. That's the best offer we've seen from Madewell, so we've picked 10 items that will last you several seasons.
By Elizabeth Zimmerman, DealNews Contributing Writer
In the 90s, before online shopping was a thing, keeping up with trends was hard work. You could know you wanted neon yellow nail polish, but if your local Claire's didn't carry it, you were out of luck. Now, we're spoiled for choice — and Nasty Gal leads the charge. Here are 10 awesome pieces to pick up during the store's best sale of the year.
In an effort to show their appreciation this Memorial Day, some retailers are teaming up with SheerID to offer exclusive discounts to military members and their families. We've rounded up the best Memorial Day deals for veterans, those on active duty, reservists, National Guardsmen and women, retirees, and their families.
Increasingly common on the market, synthetic or lab-grown diamonds are perfect replicas of nature's diamonds, but they're grown in a laboratory instead of being mined from the earth. Plus, at costs that can be 20% to 40% cheaper than a natural diamond, they might help you get the ring you want without breaking the bank (or maxing out your credit cards).
Among the land of extravagant gifts, some presents are so over the top that they make a Tesla look like its Hot Wheels equivalent. Here we present eight gifts that marked special occasions with especially noteworthy excess.
Consumers are fickle: Today's prized possession is tomorrow's trash. But these clever craftspeople and companies are recycling and repurposing materials into all kinds of beatiful and useful items. Check out our top 7 items made with repurposed materials.
Rather than sleeping through the busiest shopping week of the season — not to mention all the potential savings — and likewise, not to waste any more time thinking what to buy your nearest and dearest, we've put together the ultimate Black Friday gift guide! From secret Santas to significant others, here are some of the best Black Friday deals that will make great gifts and keep you on budget.
By Michael Bonebright, DealNews Former Senior Blog Editor
Black Friday clothing sales have been steadily growing in popularity in recent years, with even luxury boutiques offering significant discounts during the shopping holiday. We've rounded up several stand-out clothing, shoes, and accessories deals that we've come across in our perusal of the leaked Black Friday ads.
During a recent heat wave, we had a dream that we were in a glow-in-the-dark bed using cufflink cigarette lighters to set fire to the tail of a 12-foot inflatable spider. A moment of whimsy led us to Google the dream, and guess what! It was not so far-fetched after all! Subsequently we put together this list of weird and wonderful stuff you can buy that has made us gasp and giggle and shake our heads no less than 10 times.
While money can't buy you love, it can certainly buy a very romantic night out. Valentine's Day spending is expected to only modestly increase this year, but that still amounts to a staggering $18.6 billion total. Here's how Valentine's Day breaks down by the numbers.
While it's crucial to figure out what style of engagement ring your girlfriend will love this Valentine's Day, it's just as important to know what characteristics to look for in the quality. We've put together this handy diamond glossary to help you make sense of the terms used by gemologists and diamond merchants, so that you can wow her with one of the world's most precious stones.
If you're a savvy shopper who wants to find the perfect V-Day gift for your sweetie, you've got just three weeks to make it happen. Start shopping now and you can even do it on a dime! Here's an idea of what kind of discounts on Valentine's Day gifts you can expect in the coming weeks.
The pressure is on to get all of your online shopping done in time for Christmas, but what happens if you miss all the standard shipping deadlines? Our deal archives show that soon enough, many online retailers will begin to offer discounted expedited shipping. But when can you expect these promotions, and from what stores?
Valentine's Day is an easy holiday to tackle if you're thinking romance, baubles, and spoiling your sweetie. But if you're not keen on spoiling the environment in the process, the selection becomes a bit more restricted. Stay away from actual green roses and chocolates, and consider these five vendors whose array of Valentine's Day gifts will honor both your Valentine and our lady Mother Earth.
By Lindsay Sakraida, dealnews Features Director, with contributions from Louis Ramirez
December is a month when you almost can't avoid shopping. You may have skipped Black Friday — overwhelmed by the offers, hype, and crowds — but the holiday season is a different beast all together, with gifts from loved ones, friends, and people you barely know, coming at you from all angles. Keep your holiday cheer level high by shopping wisely. We've pored over the extensive dealnews archives of sales, coupons, and individual products from years past to guide you in your quest for the most savvy purchases in December.