Hard Candy Eye Shadow Quartet ($5.50)

I know, Hard Candy is kind of a decade ago and all, but I'll go retro for a 75% off sale any time. They have lots of lip products and their eye liner looks like a steal, but I'm most drawn to the Eye Candy Eye Palette, which is a collection of their most popular shades. All of them look wearable, except maybe that turquoise one, but the rest of them are really pretty shades that would work on nearly everyone.

Natural Wood Fan Filigree Handmade Earrings ($10)

I'm a big fan of etsy.com, and I'm sure this won't be the last post on a product from etsy since it's such a great place to find a bargain. I also love the idea of helping out an artist rather than a big corporation. I've bought several pieces of jewelry on etsy and always seem to get compliments on them. It's fun to wear something that's one of a kind and made by hand with love. These Natural Wood Fan Filigree Handmade Earrings are cute and I've never seen anything quite like them before.

Pearl River Melamine Lunch Box ($31.50)

Don't you miss picking out a new lunch box for a new school year? I can remember my Strawberry Shortcake one from elementary school, though I'm trying to remember now what exactly I ate for lunch every day that didn't require refrigeration. Hmm. Anyway you can be the coolest kid at work with this Melamine 3 Layer Tiffin Lunch Box from Pearl River. It comes in several trios of colors (I'd definitely go with the Orange/Red/Mango) and I love the idea of keeping my pasta separate from my salad, and still have a compartment left for dessert.

La Redoute Blossom Applique Sweater ($8)

La Redoute is a French company with a U.S. distributor so you can get European style without Euro prices. When they have a sale, boy do they have a sale! I can't believe you can get a stylish Blossom Applique Sweater with so many details for $8, can you? Shipping is free with purchases over $25, and browsing their clearance section, it shouldn't be too difficult to find one or two more items to bump you up to free shipping. Act fast, though, they're selling out of clearance items quickly.

Hollister Harbor Beach Superflare Jeans ($30)

These Harbor Beach Superflare jeans by Hollister look like they'd make great weekend jeans. I like the vintage wash and the little coin pocket with the button. Plus, they just look like they'd fit right. The back flap pockets are always helpful for those looking for more curves in that region. Yes, I might be one of them.

West Elm Petal Rug (from $70)

Made from wool and cotton, this Petal Rug from West Elm would look great on wood or stone floors. I especially like it as a hallway runner ($80). All sizes available right now but only in espresso/ivory.

Forever 21 Slub Texture Open Front Cardigan ($20)

I'm always looking for layering pieces, especially when it's hot out and I'm spending the day in an over-air conditioned office. I've been seeing this open front style cardigan around a lot lately, and at this price, I think it's time to get one. The Slub Texture Open Front Cardigan at Forever 21 comes in 3 neutral colors, and I love the semi-sheerness to the material.

Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Flavor ($2.50)

Not only do I like to save money, but I also like to save time, and products that do double duty help with both. Nivea has a new tinted lip moisturizer called A Kiss Of Flavor. I like Passion Fruit Tinted Lip Care for its pinky violet color. Nivea is known for quality products, and it appears that these lip products are their version of Labello products like this one that are imported and much pricier. Go Nivea!

Poppies Decal by Elephannie ($16)

If you live in a rental and don't have the freedom to paint the walls, these wall decals by etsy's Elephannie are an inexpensive option to livening up a boring wall. I'd use this Poppies Decal above my bed as a faux headboard. It's a vinyl sticker that's easy to apply (and remove) and comes in over 20 colors. If this appears sold out, just browse her collection to find a newer posting.

American Eagle Culprit Stripe Ballet ($22)

I'm always on the lookout for cute flats that I can wear to the office. My office isn't typical, in that flip flops are acceptable, as long as they're "nice", as in, not rubber. On casual Fridays, pretty much anything goes. However, some outfits call for a real shoe, and when they do, I opt for the comfort of flats over heels most days. The American Eagle Culprit Stripe Ballet flat is practically perfect with its neutral toned stripes and buttons. Right now Payless has its Buy One Get One (BOGO) half off sale going on, too, so you can pick up a second pair of shoes for around $11.

e.l.f. Candy Shop Lip Tins ($1)

Do these take you back to Jr. High or what? These e.l.f. Candy Shop Lip Tins are on sale for $1 and come in 7 flavors including Cherry, Mocha and Frosting, mmm. I haven't tried this coupon myself, but supposedly you can get 25% off a $15 purchase, which means you could get 15 of these lip tins for $10.50 plus tax and shipping (coupon). This is exactly the kind of thing I stock up on, then add to the outside of a wrapped gift as a little accessory. Oh and by the way, most of e.l.f.'s products are just $1 so go nuts!

Martha Stewart Faux Bois Towels ($7 - $15)

The faux bois (French for "fake wood", sounds so much nicer in French, huh?) trend has been going on for a while and I haven't been tempted to jump in until now, with these pretty Faux Bois Towels from Martha Stewart that are not only good quality, according to reviews, but also up to 40% off. The colors are delicate and I the only reason I haven't bought any yet are that I can't decide which color I like best.

Botkier for Target Satchel ($40)

I feel a new handbag purchase coming on. I want something a little structured that will sit on my shoulder and this Botkier for Target Satchel in Gray Python looks perfect. Plus, it got good reviews, unlike some of the other bags in this collection. As you may know, Botkier bags usually cost $600+ so this line for Target is a great way to get high style without the high price tag.

Pottery Barn Ikat Organic Duvet Cover ($40)

If you've ever shopped around for a duvet cover, you know how expensive they can be. That's why this Ikat Organic Duvet Cover from Pottery Barn is such a pleasant surprise. The pretty, summery print combined with low prices ($40 for full/queen and $60 for king) make it a keeper!

Aeropostale 3/4 Sleeve Bar Stripe Cardigan ($22)

It's hard to imagine while living in sunny San Diego, but fall is just around the corner, isn't it? The only thing I like about cooler (not cold) weather is that there are so many cute sweaters out there that need to be worn sometime. This 3/4 Sleeve Bar Stripe Cardigan reminds me a little of Hermione but that's not such a bad thing, in my book.

Ruche Turquoise Paisley Earrings ($7)

It's 7:30 a.m., you're still half asleep, and you just realized the outfit you picked out is head to toe black. No worries, just grab these Turquoise Paisley Earrings by Ruche and turn your depressing accident into a New York-chic moment.

new city love print ($20)

With gas prices going up and airfares accordingly, it looks like I'll be reminiscing about past travels instead of embarking on new ones this year. But that's ok - perky artwork like this new city love print by accesori hanging from my wall will bring back travel memories and fill my need to escape until I have a few more dollars to spend at Colette.

Alloy Striped Ruffle Yoke Dress ($35)

I'm a sucker for stripes, especially when they involve the color blue. This dress by Faith, Peace, Love is a tad short for work, even in casual San Diego, but it's perfect for a Saturday afternoon at the farmer's market, don't you think? It's on sale and all sizes are still available as of today. I'm getting mine - are you?

L'Oreal Wear Infinite Eye Shadow Quad ($7)

I happen to love all things Milla Jovovich, but this eye shadow quad caught my attention before I even knew it was named after *my* Milla. The pinky neutrals would look great on the eyelids and crease, and the dark blue as eye liner would make your eye pop. It's part of L'oreal's Wear Infinite Star Secret Eye Shadow Quad line and is even labeled with numbers and step-by-step instructions on how to apply. Not bad for $7 and change.