Metallics are hot right now, so if you love shiny things as much as I do, it’s a good time to buy. Personally, I want these Dolce Vita Metallic Open Toe Buckle Flats.

They were originally $135 and are now only $40.50 — but in silver, they only have sizes 8, 8.5 or 9 left. Disappointed? Check out the non-metallic Dolce Vita Open Toe Buckle Flats, still available in most sizes.

As with all things shopbop.com, U.S. shipping is…

I LOVE this whimsical Rachel Leigh Animal Charm Bracelet.

A quirky piece of jewelry like this is a great way to finish off an otherwise-standard outfit because on the right woman, this bracelet will be stunning. Think “signature piece.”

Just be warned: if you don’t love animals, it’s not for you.

It’s $52.80 (down from $176) at shopbop.com. U.S. shipping is free and they ship worldwide!

Love it? Click here to buy it! (Or comment & you could win it.)

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Today’s guest post comes from Sabrina from New Zealand, who’s about to get married. Congrats Sabrina!

Kia ora,

I am totally behind your “Stop $30,000+ weddings” campaign! I came across your site just a few days ago and couldn’t agree more with your posts or the readers’ comments.

My partner and I keep coming up with ideas of how to cut costs but still have a gorgeous wedding, because we think it is wrong to spend the…

As the (Northern Hemisphere) summer sales heat up, look out for pieces that will work well into the new season.

This Susana Monaco A-Line Tube Dress is a great example — with some clever layering, you can wear it well into fall/autumn. On a mild day, add a partly buttoned shirt or cardigan and you’re ready to go. As it gets cooler, tights, boots and a coat will keep it in play.

It’s $53, down from $106. It…

Just found a great coupon offer that you might like too. You get:

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• Old Navy: $10 off a $50 order (valid ’til Sept. 15th)

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I always look for beautiful evening shoes on sale. Shoes make or break a dressed up outfit, but I only go formal a few times a year, so I won’t spend much on the shoes.

That’s why these Piperlime Martinez Valero Wanda pumps in black silk caught my eye. They’re gorgeous. They’re totally classic, so they won’t be “out” before they wear out. They’d work with a black dress, or colours, or a little of both.

They’re also…

Remember A’s great makeover, quite a few weeks ago?

If you’ve been waiting to see pictures of the results… here they are!

Today’s guest post comes from Kimberly of Fashion on a Shoestring, who’s just moved to Tokyo — how exciting!

Read on to learn all about bargain shopping for kids, including some great tips for Australian readers.

Children! Can’t live with them, can’t live without them. They’re not much fun when they’re all sick and squabbling, but how cute they are when we dress them up!

Here are some ideas for finding kids’ clothes to accommodate your…

This week’s first guest post comes from a charming reader called JakJak, who sent me this lovely email:

I’ve been reading your blog for a while and noticed you are missing! (Hopefully due to good things.) Anyway, since I’ve missed reading your entries I thought I’d have a go at writing one myself. If its any good please use it as a guest post.

Her guest post is wonderful, so without further ado, here it is!

My wardrobe…

To all the readers who’ve asked, I apologise for my unannounced absence… and yes, I’m fine, thanks for asking!

Thankfully, I’m away for all the right reasons. I’ve been hard at work on some new developments that you’ll see in early September.

Clue: there’ll be lots more great bargains — and I won’t be the only person finding them for you.

‘Til then, I’ll leave you with the guest posts and photos some wonderful readers very kindly sent…