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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

01.04.13 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. christineincolor says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:08 am

    I'm impressed! Things like this make me think maybe I shouldn't spend $100 (or more) on one thing at J. Crew… haha ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://christineincolor.com

  2. Wake Up Your Wardrobe says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:10 am

    Love that you are a serious bargain hunter! So nice to have someone who can pull together classy looks for a great price. This look is too cute ๐Ÿ™‚ LOVE the olive wool coat!

    xo,
    Morgan of Wake Up Your Wardrobe
    http://www.wakeupyourwardrobe.blogspot.com/

  3. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:16 am

    LOVE that coat and clutch! i ALWAYS check retailmenot.com for coupon codes whenever i shop online! great picks girl!

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

  4. Natali says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:22 am

    I like your coat and sweater very much ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  5. Shannon says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:32 am

    You did fabulous with the challenge! Love your outfit.
    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

  6. theurbanemaven says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:57 am

    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…

  7. ~Mom Wife Boss Life~ says

    January 4, 2013 at 6:35 am

    I love the colour of the coat and pants together. Timeless and classy!

    xx Kelly

  8. ZxM Style-Squared says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:14 am

    SO PRETTY!!!!

  9. Debora says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:30 am

    I'm loving you little clutch! I have been looking for something cute, though nothing has caught my eye as yet! As love you monogram pendant… I should be getting my one soon in the post!
    http://www.expressionthrustyle.com

  10. Lubna says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:39 am

    Amazing outfit! Love the military coat and those trousers!

    Lubna
    http://WWW.ELLEVOX.BLOGSPOT.COM

  11. Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl says

    January 4, 2013 at 11:42 am

    Gorg! Love that bag!

    xoxo
    Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
    http://poorlittleitgirl.com

  12. Laura Boswell says

    January 4, 2013 at 11:45 am

    I've been using retailmenot for a couple of years now. I never buy a thing without first checking their online and in store coupons. Great example with your outfit!!
    http://www.walkinginmemphisinhighheels.blogspot.com

  13. Neris / Fashion Fractions says

    January 4, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    you really are the best at finding great deals! love this look!

    xoxo,

    Fashion Fractions

  14. For All Things Lovely says

    January 4, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    Such great deals for an amazing outfit! Good job! xo.
    Megan

    http://www.forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.com

  15. Sofia Donatelli says

    January 4, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    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

  16. Caitlin Wilson says

    January 4, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    You have such a knack for putting together polished outfits. I love this color combo; I actually recently paired camel with green on my blog and loved the result. And that vintage clutch is fantastic! I love the texture on it.

    Caitlin
    http://re-mix-her.tumblr.com

  17. KenzeLee says

    January 4, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    You have inspired me to start shopping smarter (maybe this should be on my list of goals for 2013). I can't believe how much you got for so little! Just took a little work!

    X Kenzie

    http://www.CaveGirlintheCity.com

  18. Andrรฉa says

    January 4, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    Love retailmenot and love how everything go purchased was under $100 but still looks so polished! Great job!

    -Andrรฉa

    ohvadarling.blogspot.com

  19. Melissa Myers says

    January 4, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    I have the same coat! I love it! I got lucky and got it for $20.

  20. Alissa says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    I am HIGHLY impressed! I can see that outfit being perfect for numerous occasions!

  21. taylor casto says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    that olive jacket is to die for! loving the gold buttons on it! great find pretty lady!

    xo,Taylor
    iLikeMyClothesTaylored.blogspot.com

  22. Amy Shaughnessy says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    This is so great! I'm glad you decided to stick with classic pieces too. I love your clutch by the way. SO cute!

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  23. Minted Glam says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    LOVE everything you picked out! Such a perfect outfit for so many different occasions. Hope you have a great weekend!

    Katherine

    http://mintedglam.blogspot.com/

  24. Kim Almonroeder says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    Awesome job! I love RetailMeNot! I need another coat like I need a hole in my head – but SUCH a steal!

    Kim
    Six2Eleven

  25. Kayla Gilbert says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    Amazing!! Totally inspiring!! AH!

    Kayla
    lovelucygirl.com

  26. Estefanรญa Ainoza says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    So nice!!!! I love it!!!

  27. Margo says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:12 pm

    Great outfit for an amazing price ~ I especially love the coat!

    Margo
    classroomcouture.blogspot.com

  28. LyddieGal says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    I love the peacoat, it's a lovely classic piece – old navy does a good job!

    Chic on the Cheap

  29. kodijo says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    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!

  30. Amanda Weiss says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:38 pm

    I love what you put together here! The neutral colors really make your gorgeous eyes pop!

    <3 Amanda
    FashionableeMe

  31. Amanda Weiss says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    I love what you have put together here! The neutral colors really make your gorgeous eyes pop! Stunning!

    <3 Amanda
    FashionableeMe

  32. huongie says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    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!

  33. le style child says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    GORGEOUS. i absolutely adore this preppy chic look! x

  34. Loop Looks says

    January 4, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    Very, very impressive! An incredibly great deal on a classic outfit.

  35. Milna Mandusic says

    January 4, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    I love this outfit!
    You are on fire!

    Win a L'OREAL MASCARA >> GIVEAWAY <<

  36. J Ciriello says

    January 4, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    I have those pants in pink (bought on sale for $39.95 )and then just bought the same pair in red for $19.95 … great fit and like you said you can wear to work, brunch or wherever … not too dressy not too casual

    Not Going Out Like That

  37. twopugsandanugget.com says

    January 4, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    Wow Kimberly! Nicely done. I love the olive coat, but sadly it is sold out online in my size. Gorgeous pics.

    Happy Friday!
    xoxo
    KH

    http://www.twopugsandanugget.com

  38. Rachel Lynne says

    January 4, 2013 at 7:01 pm

    Wow, great work! Amazing outfit for under $100! ๐Ÿ™‚

  39. clpatters says

    January 4, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    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! ๐Ÿ™

  40. Carla Schwartz says

    January 4, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    Great outfit–www.motownsavvy.com

  41. Lauren Price says

    January 4, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    Love those pants and that sweater! Perfect timeless pieces ๐Ÿ™‚

    xoxo,

    Lauren

    FashionablyLo.com

  42. Alyson says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:35 pm

    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! ๐Ÿ™‚

  43. A J says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:55 pm

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

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

  44. BonBon Rose Girls Kristin says

    January 4, 2013 at 10:47 pm

    This look makes me want to take a trip to find some snow! LOVE!

  45. Gena Palmieri says

    January 4, 2013 at 10:55 pm

    Love the jacket with the turtleneck sweater! Soo cute and comfy!
    xoxo, Gena
    Visit my fashion blog at Pearls, Curls, and Uptown Girls

  46. Becky Nally says

    January 5, 2013 at 2:34 am

    I can't believe that outfit was under $100! So classic, like always!

    Becky

  47. Alice Warren says

    January 5, 2013 at 4:25 am

    Such a polish & classy look! You are one sharp shopper!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  48. Allie Emme says

    January 5, 2013 at 5:56 am

    Wow, those are some great savings!! Love the coat!
    xx Allie
    A Song to Pass the Time

  49. Deanne Castro says

    January 5, 2013 at 6:42 am

    Love the neutral colours on you!

    Please check out my latest post, I would love to hear what you think!

    xo
    Deanne

    http://myfashavenue.blogspot.ca

  50. secretivestyle.com says

    January 5, 2013 at 7:31 am

    WOW! You did an amazing job. I love that entire outfit. Now I'm thankful I downloaded the RMN app onto my phone!! xo

  51. TaraMixandMatch says

    January 5, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    Wow, you did a great job! I love all of the deals you always find!

  52. GreenBean says

    January 5, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    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.

  53. kimbercrafts says

    January 5, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    Wonderful thrifty scores! I very rarely shop online without a coupon code – Retail Me Not is the first place I check!

  54. Kacie says

    January 6, 2013 at 1:12 am

    Your clutch is stunning!

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

  55. Megan, TfDiaries.com says

    January 6, 2013 at 3:59 am

    love the coat
    Xo Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

  56. stylewithandie says

    January 6, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    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.

  57. Coupon Refund says

    January 7, 2013 at 3:33 am

    You have a great post Retailmenot is my favorite coupon site. I also use CouponRefund for exclusive fashion coupons.

  58. Amy Williams Hall says

    January 7, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    I'm so impressed!! Well done!! And I love your nail color!
    ~Amy

    chestnuthillvintageanddesign.blogspot.org

  59. teacups + B cups says

    January 9, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    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.

  60. PennyPincherFashion says

    January 10, 2013 at 1:39 am

    I was actually able to buy all these items in store since the coupons were printable or they honored them when I showed them the code on my phone! ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo,
    Kimberly

  61. Theresa says

    January 11, 2013 at 4:03 am

    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….

  62. Lia {Smart n Snazzy} says

    January 15, 2013 at 10:11 pm

    Cannot believe the deals you got on these pieces! Great job, Kimberly!
    xx
    Lia
    http://www.smartnsnazzy.com

  63. Paul Smith says

    March 23, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Awesome, i love your blog.
    http://www.karenmillenoutletaumall.com/

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