I Heart Coupons: Sephora

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So to bring a little structure to this blog, I’ve decided to start a new section called “I Heart Coupons.” To start things off, here’s a little something for beauty mavens everywhere – Sephora is having their friends & family sale (e.g., everything is 20% off) from now until Mon., 11/2. Here’s the coupon code: FF2009

In using this code and making my first online purchase at Sephora.com, I got a pretty good deal. I bought two full price items (basics which I consider to be must haves) and a few three sale items (things that I wouldn’t buy at full price). While I won’t line list everything that I bought, here are my favorite buys:

Cargo OneBase
(This is a great foundation/concealer for people like me who just needs some light cover up. It has also been a pain in the ass to find. I must have went to at least 4 different Sephora stores and NONE of them had my shade in stock. Unbelievable!)
Original Price = $26.00
W/Discount = $20.08

Sephora Illuminating Tweezers
(Since I lost my good tweezers, I’ve been in the market for a new one. I like the fact that this one lights up, we’ll see if it’s any good though.)
Original Price = $22.00
Sale Price = $11.00
W/Discount = $8.80 (^_^)

In total, I saved $11.70, got free shipping (which is typically over $5) by ordering more than $50 worth of merchandise and got three free samples with my order. IMHO, I thought it was pretty good deal even if Sephora is just a tad bit pricier than Target. My only gripe is that my purchases are not showing up on my Beauty Insider account – I want my points damn it! Gurr…I’m gonna have to call customer services to see what’s up, what a pain!

iPhone Shopping List

I’ve been a member of the ibrokedownandgotaniphone club since July. Since then, I have (1) ruined the ear phones, (2) oh so brilliantly blocked off the ear speaker with a protective piece of plastic and (3) left ugly stains on said protective piece of plastic. So now, I can only talk on my iPhone via speakerphone.

My problem is that I am lazy, too lazy to buy the replacements that I need (even if all I need to do is make a few clicks on a Web site); however, if I ever get over it…this is what I am going to get:

With this cutie-patutie, I hope to NEVER get my headphones in knots when I toss them in my bag…well, at least I’ll be able to pull out something cute.

Supposedly, the InvisibleShield is an almost indestructible piece of plastic that will protect an iPhone from even the most clumsiest person….we’ll see about that. For thing, it should be a lot better than the makeshift screen condom that I have on my iPhone right now.

And lastly, a new cover (for when I am off duty and don’t need to look professional)…something loud and obnoxiously cute. Nothing else will do.

“Edison, Shoot Me Too!” T-Shirt Collection

As if Edison didn’t have enough problems already with his current sex photo scandal……

Yesterday, I was alerted this latest development – T-shirts that are turning the scandal’s key catch phrases (i.e. “silly and naive”) and other references into a cash cow. Looks like Clot is going to have some competition on their hands. On another note, I’ve got to hand it to Hong Kong people – They can turn anything into an opportunity to make money and/or a fashion statement…..just recall the fashion masks that were sold and used during the SARs epidemic.

If you are interested in purchasing one of these shirts, they are available on-line here. Just know that you’ll be paying in Hong Kong dollars and will probably need to pay for a lot of shipping. Also kindly note, I normally wouldn’t offer any company such as shameless plug like this, but these shirts are just too funny not to share. Enjoy!

[UPDATE] FanBan, the company behind the “Edison, Shoot Me Too” T-Shirt Collection has a MySpace and has made their T-Shirts available to the U.S. and Canada through the CafePress.com