Shopbop taunts me every season with stunning pieces at mostly exorbitant prices. So, a sale is truly reason to celebrate. Snatch up these yummies before they sell out:

Ingwa; Melero Linen Jacket, Was $412, Now $123.60

Karanina Braided Convertible Halter Dress, 100% Modal, Was $271, Now $189.70


Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit Suede Ankle Strap Wedge, Was $264, Now $184.80

Mara Hoffman Silk Jersey Grecian Dress, Was $335, Now $100.50

Loeffler Randall Wynne Woven Platform Sandal, Was $513, Now $256.50

(www.shopbop.com)

Bare Escentuals, I'm ashamed to admit that I thought I could do better. After I'd scraped out every last bit of powder from my jar of Mineral Veil, I purchased a similar product from drugstore brand N.Y.C. Let's just say, it wasn't quite the same.

Yes, Bare Escentuals, I learned my lesson. All of a sudden, my afternoons of zero shine and even less oil in the tempermental t-zone were GONE. Kaput. Bye, bye. Well, NEVER Again. The first thing I did this morning was hustle to Sephora to pick up a fresh jar. Now, I can be happy and shine free once again. Rejoice!

Use the code "skincare1" at Sephora.com for your choice of 1 deluxe sample with purchase!

($19, www.sephora.com)

Who: Betsey Johnson

What: Sample Sale! Up to 80% off!

When: 7/13-7/14, 10am-8pm

Where: 263 W. 38th St, 3rd Fl (212.391.6495)

Why: Because goodies like these *could* be on sale:

(Austrian Matte Silk Tunic, $300 at retail)

(Embroidered Tulle Slip Dress, $305 at retail)

(www.betseyjohnson.com)

While it's true that I have an obsession with all things bath and body (no, really, you should see my bathroom), perhaps my favorite "get clean" goodie is a luscious bar soap.

Thankfully, Pacifica does beautifully packaged yet reasonably priced soaps in loads of exotic fragrances including French Lilac (above), Tunisian Jasmine and Mediterranean Fig. If you've never had the pleasure, you simply must try them!

And since we know how I feel about sales, use code "luckymag" at checkout for 25% off-WAHOO!

French Lilac Bar Soap (was $6.95, now $5.21)

(www.pacificacandles.com)

Additional markdowns at Neiman Marcus are in effect! Snatch up these babies fast, as they will sell out:

Love the tassel and studding detail on this one. And handheld bags are an irrational favorite of mine...

Bulga, Studded Satchel in Goldrush, $233 (was $465)

This rich purple is perfect for fall.

Marc by Marc Jacobs, Leather Tote, $179 (was $358)


I've said it before, let me say it again. Frame bags for fall-you're going to want one.

Felix Rey, Frame Satchel, $147 (was $420)

www.neimanmarcus.com