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RetailMeNot Winter Fashion Challenge

I am so excited to share with you today a style challenge that I am participating in with a handful of other bloggers for RetailMeNot.  If you aren’t familiar with their site, they have a daily list of printable coupons & codes for thousands of retailers & online sites.  For those of you who check my Sales Alerts tab frequently, you know how I love to keep up on those deals!  


They graciously gave us $100 each to spend towards creating a winter outfit that exemplifies our own personal style.  We were asked to use the coupons on their site and then go shopping to put together a complete look.  It took a little bit of hard work to find the best deals on the things I wanted, but using their site as a guide for sales was a HUGE help because I was able to make my money go further.  

I decided to stick with classic pieces that are wardrobe staples & would be easy to mix and match with items I already have in my closet.  Here is a snapshot of what I purchased & a break-down of the savings I scored using RetailMeNot coupons:


1) Apt. 9 Angora Sweater – original price: $60.00; on sale for $36.00; paid $25.20 (using Kohl’s 30% off coupon)
2) Gap Slim Cropped Pants – original price: $49.95; on sale for $19.99; paid $13.99 (using Gap 30% off coupon)
3) Old Navy Wool Coat – original price: $54.94; on sale for $27.47; paid $21.98 (using Old Navy 20% off coupon)
4) Chinese Laundry Pumps – original price: $99.00; on sale for $34.65; paid $29.45 (using Macy’s 15% off coupon)
Grand Total = $90.62

This outfit would be
perfect for a day at the office, church or brunch with friends.  You could also swap out the trousers & pumps with skinny jeans
& boots for a more casual day
look.  Want to save big like I did?  You can subscribe to RetailMeNot & get their coupons delivered to your inbox so you never miss a sale again –  sign up here!
Accessories
Necklaces: c/o Christina M. Boutique (here) & c/o Best Personalized Jewelry (here), Rings:  c/o Stella & Dot (here), Vintage clutch

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Comments

  6. theurbanemaven says

    Girl, you did an AMAZING! job! I am impressed–four quality pieces nder $100! I always use that site (among several others) before I make my purchases…

  15. Sofia Donatelli says

    Wow that coat was 21.98? What a great deal to a classic piece in your wardrobe. You look beautiful in earth tones.

    Thanks for the site. I didn't know about them. I really appreciate it.

    XO
    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  29. kodijo says

    I went straight to the bottom of the post to find out where that clutch was from…sad I can't get one of my own! Great find!

  32. huongie says

    What a great look, Kimberly! I've been using Retail Me Not for awhile now and LOVE the savings! Going out to look for that great sweater soon!

  39. clpatters says

    What a great outfit, and great prices, too! Love the sweater – I wish it wasn't angora, otherwise I would buy it in a heartbeat! And the color of that coat is amazing. Also, you are definitely brave to wear heels in the snow and ice – I finally dug out my snow boots for the first time since I bought them at the beginning of last winter! 🙁

  42. Alyson says

    what a fun contest, and love how you pulled these pieces together for a great price. that jacket is amazing, and the rest is so classic. retailmenot, ebates and shopstyle are my jam! 🙂

  43. A J says

    I can't believe this outfit was less than $100! You have some great shopping skills. That sweater is beautiful.

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

  52. GreenBean says

    Your looks are so chic! It's hard to believe that you do it on a tight budget. This week, I'm asking all of my favorite fashion bloggers to please try an outfit with a men's tie. I hope you will participate.

  56. stylewithandie says

    Wow, what great deals! Old Navy has the best after Christmas sales. I have to say that each retailer this year has had great after Christmas sales. I had not heard of retail-me-not so I will definitely check it out now! I am always one up for a bargain. I have never seen a coat in such a lovely color-excellent job on the challenge.

  59. teacups + B cups says

    This is amazing. As in, I am literally amazed at the affordability/adorability of this outfit.

    One question, did you buy these items in store or online? I use RMN coupon codes and can find killer deals online, but the shipping costs usually make the savings a wash.

  61. Theresa says

    Congrats on winning the challenge! I received an email about it & that is how I found your site. I love it. I love the app from RetailMeNot & am sad I don't live in the city any more when it comes to fashion….