Cash Back for Shopping - EBATES Review

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with family, friends and lots of food!

We are in the midst of the holiday season and I'm sure everyone will be doing a lot of shopping.
I personally do a lot of online shopping to avoid the craziness in stores and malls. One way to get rewarded while shopping is EBATES. 

EBATES is an online cash back shopping program that allows online shoppers to earn cash back on over 2,000 retailers, including high end retailers like Neimans and Saks. I make sure to check the site every time prior to visiting my favorite retails sites - I've received cash back on everything from clothing on Norstrom.com to purchasing flowers on ProFlowers.com and even movie tickets on Fandango.com.

I've been a member since 2010 and have received over $700 in cash back.You can see from my current statement I have $95 pending, and it even breaks it down to the amount earned per transaction:

Be sure to sign up now and use this during the holiday season; there are many double or even triple cash back promotions going on. Here are a few examples:

REVIEW: Halogen Marlie Point Toe Pump

I'm a huge fan of leopard print and own several pairs of leopard flats (one pictured above), but have wanted a pair of heels after seeing all the pairings from JEAN. With the hundred of positive reviews and raves about this HALOGEN MARLIE POINTY TOE PUMP in leopard print, I decided to order a pair myself when they were restocked recently.

Due to mixed reviews about sizing, I ordered my usual size 6 and 5.5. The size 6 arrived last week, but unfortunately was almost an inch too big for my feet. I patiently waited for the 5.5's to arrive and when it finally did, I was so disappointed. The color of the left and right shoe were completely different - it almost looked like I was wearing two different pairs of shoes.

The left shoe was significantly darker than the right shoe

Post Christmas Sale Reviews//Nordstrom's Half-year Sale and Planners

I'm doing some quick review on items that are currently on sale at Nordstrom during their Half Year Sale.

The first is the LUSH "PERFECT ROLL TAB SLEEVE" TUNIC. These are marked down from $42 to $25.
I am wearing the XS in the color legion blue. I love this thicker chiffon material because it's not see through. The length is definitely longer (30 inches), but again this is a tunic style. It reaches mid thigh, which I think is great when worn with leggings and boots. You can also tuck it in and wear it as a looser fitting blouse like I did.

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I do want to mention the neck line is a little lower and you can definitely see part of my bra if the collar moves a but, so it may be a good idea to wear a tank underneath

There is an array of colors online and they are all marked down to $25. I love how versatile this shirt can be, so ordered it in the new olive, and the tawny port.




The second item is the VINCE CAMUTO HILLSY BOOTS. I purchased these boots back in September after seeing numerous positive review on popular blogs and have worn these a ton!
They are extremely versatile and can be worn in the spring, fall, and warmer winter days. I originally purchased these for $158, and they are now marked down to $95, making it a 40% discount.




Lastly, the BP COLOR BLOCK BLANKET SCARF - I purchase this in Navy multi for $30, but is now 50% off for under $15. I wanted to try out the blanket scarf trend this year. I was a little hesitant because these scarves can often overpower my small frame, but when worn correctly, can be extremely stylish while keeping you warm!
I love the array of colors on this scarf because I've been able to pair it with pieces that have the same color as any of the colors on the scarf.

Here, I've paired it with a gray sweater.

Pairing it with an olive green sweater.

I want to mention that if you shop on NORDSTROM using EBATES,  you can earn cash back. I have been using this site for about 5 years now and have received over $600 in checks. I use this site for shopping on almost everything, including movie tickets on FANDANGO.


On an unrelated note. I have been a huge fan or weekly/monthly planners ever since my college years and used them avidly during law school. To make planning  a little more fun, I always look for fun planners and love to color coordinate items. I stopped my my local Marshalls and ran into a huge collection of 2016 planners, all of which are less than $10. Here are some examples of the cute planners that were available. I wanted to mention this in case any of you are big fans of planners. I picked up a gray one one with copper details.

Happy shopping!

My Top Cyber Monday 2015 Deals

It's that time of year again when the sales roll in in preparation for the holiday season. I've gathered my top retailers and deals for you.


In addition to the sales, I highly recommend using EBATES to get cash back for almost all online purchases. They are currently offering 6% cashback for Nordstrom, 10% at Lord & Taylor, 12% at Neiman Marcus.

Here are some of my top picks - Stack with EBATES for a better deal!


J.Crew - 30-40% all items with code MONDAY
- Stadium Cloth Cocoon Coat; my REVIEW HERE
- Lady Coat with Thinsulate - I have 00 in Navy. See ON ME

J.Crew Factory 
 50% off everything, with additional 15% with code TODAYONLY. I recently purchased the Factory City Coat and it's my new favorite jacket. It's $96 after code, but combine it with 9% CASHBACK on Ebates, making this coat $85! My review HERE (see ON ME)

Nordstrom 
 They are price matching most retailers with an extra 25% off sale/clearance items with 6% cashback on EBATES.
There's a great selection of over the knee boots. I have the Stuart Weitzman 5050, but the VIA SPIGA OVER THE KNEE BOOTS are a great alternative for over 50% off (final price $222 from $495). I have these; and they are great for small calves!