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Chippmunk Expert Shopper

Today I’m excited to be participating in the Chippmunk Expert Shopper Style Challenge – I was chosen along with my girls Marion, Tara & Shanna to put together summer looks for $150 or less using coupons we found on Chippmunk.  If you haven’t heard of their site before, it is THE place for finding the best deal based on your budget.  There are more than 400 stores in their database and their promo codes are guaranteed to work.  I love that you can search for coupons either by choosing a department & entering the budget you have to work with or by looking up a specific store…they make it so easy!

I went for a summer casual look with lightweight layers and chic basics that would be easy to rework with other items in my closet.  When shopping on a budget, I think it’s important to mix high & low pieces together so it only looks expensive.  For example, I splurged on this J. Crew shirt (though it was on sale, it’s still more than I would normally spend) – the classic linen fabric helps elevate my distressed jeans.  I added a pop of color with the tote, some pattern with a gauzy scarf + a dose of texture with these cork wedges.  Here’s the breakdown of my costs:

J. Crew Perfect Shirt – orig $88 ; 20% off with code LOOK20 = $70.40
Old Navy Paisley Scarf (similar) – orig $14.94 on sale for $12; 20% off with code ONSUMMER = $9.60
Gap 1969 Skinny Jeans – orig $69.95 on sale for $35.99; 40% off with code GAPSALE = $21.59
Dana Buchman Cork Wedges – orig $69.99 on sale for $29.99; 20% off with code SHOP20 = $23.99
Croft & Barrow Saffiano Tote – orig $59 on sale for $29.50; 20% off with code SHOP20 = $23.60

Accessories:

c/o Caravelle by Bulova watch (on sale here), c/o TJ Maxx bracelet (similar), Simply Vera Vera Wang aviators (similar), Lips: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Sweetheart, Nails: Revlon Plum Seduction

And now for some exciting news – Chippmunk is giving away $750 in store gift cards!!  In round 1, five “Most Loved” people will win $100 each.  In Round 2, one of those winners will be chosen by my fellow bloggers & I to win an additional $250!  Just upload an image that conveys your own personal style to the Chippmunk Expert Shopper page, and share your tips for other budget minded shoppers.  Be sure to share your look with friends to get more “love”!  

In Round 1, “Most Loved” winners are determined by “love it” clicks.  Each Round 1 winner will receive a $100 gift card to their favorite store.  In Round 2, one of the five “Most Loved” winners will be chosen as the “Editor’s Pick” by myself & my fellow bloggers to win the $250 grand prize.  To be considered for the grand prize, “Most Loved” winners will submit a description of what awesome steal they would create with $250 in the form of an image created with their outstanding outfit.  The contest closes at midnight PST on June 18th, and “Most Loved” winners will be announced on June 21st. 


Disclosure: My entire outfit (excluding the accessories mentioned above) was purchased using a gift card c/o Chippmunk.

06.04.13 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. Ashley says

    June 4, 2013 at 4:03 am

    Love the jean shirt with the white pants! It's a very clean and classy look! I have never heard of this site before. Will be checking it out for sure! Thanks for sharing..

    Xo,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

  2. Sandy a la Mode says

    June 4, 2013 at 4:05 am

    i really love that tote!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

  3. Natali says

    June 4, 2013 at 5:01 am

    Great scarf and wedges!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  4. FootprintsIntheCity Inna says

    June 4, 2013 at 6:30 am

    What a fun contest!
    Such a cute outfit! I love the pop of color you added w/ the pink bag and lipstick! I love Revlon's lipstain's! This one your are wearing is so gorgeous! Will totally be going out and trying it!
    xx
    Inna
    Footprints in the City

  5. Cake Couture says

    June 4, 2013 at 6:30 am

    Love your aviators and white jeans! Perfect for Summer. You look so pretty.
    xoxo

    http://www.cakeandcouture.com

  6. Melissa Myers says

    June 4, 2013 at 10:55 am

    Love this look! That's my kind of outfit!

  7. Belle de Couture says

    June 4, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    Kim, you look super pretty! Love how your pink pout matches your tote just perfectly, and that chambray shirt is so great!

    xo
    Jen

    http://belledecouture.com

  8. Amy Shaughnessy says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    This is so cute, summery and classic. I have that tote in cream. Didn't know it came in pink. Love it!

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  9. Emma Finlayson says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:13 pm

    Love the outfit, especially the scarf. Perfect with a chambray shirt!!

    xo Emma
    http://strollingthecityinheels.com

  10. Chelsea Islin says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    Great finds at great prices!! I've never heard of the site but I am definitely going to check it out!

    Classy Chic & Chardonnay
    http://ceislin.com/

  11. Margo says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:30 pm

    Wow ~ that's some serious bargain shopping ~ and such a cute casual look. I especially love the scarf and those jeans look great on you!

    http://classroomcouture.blogspot.com

  12. Ladies in Navy says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    your outfit is perfect! and what a steal
    kw ladies in navy

  13. Dee says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    Love this looks – as usual very classy!

    Dee

    http://www.delolovesdesign.com

  14. Rebecca says

    June 4, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    Lovely & chic summer look….great style job Kim!!!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

  15. Alyson says

    June 4, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    love this, and totally checking out those jeans… wish i saw them at 40% off! amazing find, and totally agree about investing in quality pieces to balance everything out.

    alyson
    http://www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

  16. Christina Heflin says

    June 4, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    Love this look, the bag adds the perfect pop of color to this outfit!

    http://simpleeasystyle.blogspot.com/

  17. Kayla Gilbert says

    June 4, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    Love this look Kim! So breezy and classic! LOVE!

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

  18. Kenzie Lee says

    June 4, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    Obsessed with this look, but even more excited to try out Chippmunk!

    X Kenzie

    http://www.cavegirlinthecity.com

  19. Kristina says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    Your bag is so pretty, love the color!

    Kristina does the Internets

  20. Rachel Lynne says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    Love your shirt and tote! SO AMAZING 🙂

  21. Marionberry Style says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Such a fun summer look Kimberly! You look beautiful. And I totally agree with Alyson…you totally scored on those jeans!
    Excited to team with you to share Chippmunk!
    xo – Marion

  22. Julie says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:29 pm

    I love the outfit you picked! That shirt is fantastic!

    Style by Joules

  23. Ashley Elizabeth says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:42 pm

    I love the pop of the pink tote!!

  24. Adriele says

    June 4, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    Even in Summer I still love a scarf! Really adds some extra style to any outfit! Love!!!

    http://www.PretentiousCotton.com

  25. Style-Delights says

    June 4, 2013 at 4:10 pm

    Love this scarf!! Never heard of Chipmunk, seems like a great place o find deals and sales! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
    -Jyoti
    Style-Delights Blog

  26. smk053078 says

    June 4, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    Gorgeous as always. Love this classic & chic look you put together. It has been such a pleasure to work together on this project!

  27. Chelsea says

    June 4, 2013 at 5:33 pm

    Love the outfit you put together and this is such a fabulous idea for a site! I find "popularity" type contests (where the winner is chosen based on likes) a little intimidating so I'll probably pass on this one but good luck to everyone else!

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

  28. Kacie Ellis says

    June 4, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    Chambray and white! I must copy this look!

    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com

  29. Paige Whitney says

    June 4, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    Oh this outfit is just too cute! That scarf is adorable.
    xx
    Paige
    Rose & Pine

  30. TaraMixandMatch says

    June 4, 2013 at 9:16 pm

    So happy to be working on this project with you…love the outfit you came up with!

  31. Erin says

    June 5, 2013 at 2:03 am

    You look fabulous! I love the top and the scarf and that bag is amazing as well!

    xx

    Erin @ http://www.truffles-ruffles.com/

  32. ....... says

    June 5, 2013 at 3:28 am

    I absolutely love your outfit here! the bag, the sunglasses and the shoes are my favs. thanks for the tip for dressing to look like you invested in each piece… xx. gigi. food and beauty blogger @ http://www.gigikkitchen.blogspot.com

  33. Audrey says

    June 5, 2013 at 3:51 am

    this is such a clean summer look…absolutely love it!

  34. Alice Warren says

    June 5, 2013 at 5:07 am

    You spent your $150 so well! Great outfit from head to toe.

    I just uploaded a picture on chipmunk and keeping my fingers crossed 🙂

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  35. Barbara de mul says

    June 5, 2013 at 10:43 am

    Love the shirt. Question: whereabouts do you live upstate ny? very curious as this was my travel route when i worked as a tour director two summers ago (back in europe now). i LOVE LOVE LOVE THE finger lakes area!
    hope you answer, i'm a very curious person:)

  36. Fashion Addict says

    June 5, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Great outfit!
    http://www.addictedtofashionforever.com/

  37. PennyPincherFashion says

    June 5, 2013 at 11:54 am

    Hi Barbara,

    The Finger Lakes are so beautiful – I wish we lived there! We are located in the Rochester area very near to Lake Ontario 🙂

    xo,
    Kimberly

  38. dana dimitras says

    June 5, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    Very nice look!! 🙂

    Do you want to follow each other, let me know?!

    http://danadimitras.blogspot.it/

  39. Ashleigh says

    June 6, 2013 at 2:53 am

    I love how classic and simple this is!
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

  40. Brooke Reagan says

    June 8, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    One of my favorites of your posts– so fresh and feminine!

    Brooke du jour
    http://www.brookedujour.com

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