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Online shopping sites we love
Monday, 18 Jun 2012
Rough day? You need some retail therapy.
1. Make yourself a stiff drink
2. Change into PJs
3. Call the hubby to remind him that you have borne 2 children
4. Open the internet browser
5. Give that credit card a good workout.
Here’s a list of online shopping sites that really hit the spot.
Shopbop
Aka fashion bible. From luxe labels like3.1 Phillip Lim and Herve Leger to cult faves Rachel Comey, Pencey, Current/Elliott, and CLARE VIVIER, Shopbop is our top pick for online shopping. They also make international shipping incredibly easy! Warning: you will lose productive hours to Shopbop. Enter at your own risk.
Free worldwide express delivery on international orders over $100.
Revolve Clothing
Not as popular as Shopbop but this site is severely underrated. Revolve carries tons of great labels and also offers fab shipping rates.
http://www.revolveclothing.com/
Free international shipping on orders over $100, expedited international shipping at a flat $8 fee on orders over $100.
Etsy
For those who prefer to shop vintage or independent designers, shop Etsy. Unlike regular retail sites, Etsy does not curate its selection (you buy from independent sellers), so be prepared to trawl through junk before you stumble upon gold. And believe us, there’s some good finds in here.
International shipping rates vary according to sellers.
Book Depository
8 million titles. Free worldwide shipping. Get on it.
http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/
BaubleBar
Jewel junkies, we know who you are! Get your fix at Baublebar with affordable accessories – new styles are released twice a week!
http://baublebar.com/index.php/
Free ground shipping in the US only. To get these jewels to your doorstep, look out for our article on shipping options next week!
ASOS
There’s always some kind of sale promotion happening at ASOS. If you like your fashion fast and affordable, you’ll like ASOS. Plus, free worldwide shipping with no minimum spend! Major bonus point for this one.
Journelle
Have a weakness for beautiful lingerie? Get racy – uh, we mean, lacey – in these delicate underthings.
International shipping available. Shipping fees vary per location.
Skinmedix
Instead of paying through the nose for skincare products, get your usual prescription online! Find trusted brands like Dermalogica, Perricone MD, and John Masters Organics at discounted retail prices here.
Pricey international shipping available. We suggest alternative shipping options – read all about it next week!
Anthropologie
A sure way to get compliments on your outfit! You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more beautifully-curated collection anywhere else… but warning: beauty comes at a hefty cost.
International shipping to Singapore available at a flat rate of $60, which we think is ridiculous. Don’t forget, we’ve got a handy black book of shipping carriers you can turn to next week!
Image: Anthropologie
