Dec 01, 2008

To ensure your annual gift-ordering procrastination doesn’t actually hinder the gift giving, we’ve compiled a list of order-by dates; For delivery by Christmas (that means you’re safe for Hanukkah too – it starts on the 21st this year), here are the dates by which you’ll need to place your order to receive, for example, pretty red boxes from Red Envelope.

These dates apply to orders inside the continental US, and times are Eastern Standard unless otherwise noted.

7 For All Mankind
12/17 with FedEx ground
12/ 23 by noon with premium shipping

Amazon
12/18 with standard shipping
12/22 by 6 PM with expedited shipping
12/23 by 6 PM with fastest shipping

Ann Taylor LOFT
12/15 by 3 PM with ground
12/19 by noon with 2nd day air
12/22 by noon with next day air

Arden B
12/16 with standard shipping
12/22 with premium shipping

Armani Exchange
12/18 with standard shipping
12/22 with premium shipping

Barnes & Noble
12/15 with standard shipping
12/22 with premium shipping

Bloomingdales
The following dates are for in-stock merchandise
12/19 by 11:59 PM with standard shipping
12/21 by 11:59 PM with premium shipping
12/22 by 11:59 PM with express delivery

Brooks Brothers
12/16 by 12 PM with standard shipping
12/23 by 12 PM with fastest shipping

FAO Schwartz
12/17 with standard shipping
12/21 with premium shipping

Kmart
12/18 by 11:59 PM with standard shipping
12/23 by 9 AM with premium shipping

Kohls
12/17 by midnight with standard shipping
12/19 by 3 PM with premium shipping

Macy’s
The following dates are for in-stock merchandise
12/19 by 11:59 PM with standard shipping
12/21 by 11:59 PM with premium shipping
12/22 by 11:59 PM with express shipping

Nordstrom
12/19 by 12 PM with standard shipping
12/22 by 12 PM with expedited shipping
12/23 by 12 PM with fastest shipping

New York & Company
12/20 with free upgrade to FedEx Ground
12/22 with 2-day FedEx
12/23 with 1-day FedEx

Ralph Lauren
12/18 by midnight with standard shipping
12/22 by midnight with premium shipping

RedEnvelope
12/15 with standard shipping
12/19 with premium shipping

Saks Fifth Avenue
12/19 by 1 PM with Saturday delivery
12/23 by 1 PM with rush delivery

Sears
12/18 by 11:59 PM with standard shipping
12/23 by 9 AM with premium shipping

Sephora
12/18 by 12 AM PST with standard shipping

Shoes.com
12/19 with standard shipping
12/22 by 12 PM with expedited shipping
12/23 by 12 PM with fastest shipping

Shopbop
12/15 by 11 AM with standard shipping
12/22 by 11 AM with expedited shipping

Singer22
12/17 by midnight with standard ground
12/22 by midnight with UPS 2 day
12/23 by midnight with next day air

Sur La Table
12/18 by 9 AM with standard shipping
12/23 by 3 PM with premium shipping

Target
12/18 with standard shipping
12/22 with premium shipping

The Container Store
12/18

Urban Outfitters
12/9 by 10 AM with standard shipping
12/22 by 10 AM with 2-day
12/23 by 10 AM with overnight

Victoria’s Secret
12/18 by 1 PM with standard shipping
12/22 by 1 PM with expedited shipping
12/23 by 1 PM with fastest shipping

For those of us who watch America’s Next Top Model and peek in on The Tyra Banks Show every once in a while, the drama can be completely addictive, which is why Tyra created her little reality series within her show called Modelville, where former ANTM contestants compete for a $50,000 “Spokeslady” contract with hot beauty line, Carol’s Daughter.  With stars like Mary J. Blige and Jada Pinkett Smith representing the brand, these models are in great company. Want to see who wins? Tune in tonight for the season finale!

Even better, grab yourself some Carol’s Daughter products. The products are formulated to create a luxurious experience in the bath or shower. Plus the price is right.

If you’re looking for a great gift set for someone who could use some hair rehab, grab the Khoret Amen Recipe for Gorgeous Hair Gift Set ($43), which includes the full 8 oz. shampoo, hair smoothie, leave-in conditioner, and a great wooden comb.

If it’s bath relief you seek, the Almond Cookie Sugar Coated Shea Bath Bomb ($7) smells like heaven without the calories.  A treat for your holiday distressing, it also makes a great stocking stuffer or inexpensive gift for your bath nut friend.

Their Candy Paints ($13.50) go on smoothly and have great colors for all skin tones. I’m a fan of the Candy Paint in Bronze Goddess (warm brown with light bronze shimmer) or the Candy Paint in Sugah Glaze (clear, sparkling gloss).

I may never be America’s Next Top Model but I am well on my way to becoming a Carol’s Daughter addict.

I fell in love with the Melton Spread-Collar Jacket with Wide Belt ($215, was $430). The store was running out of sizes and colors, and the saleswoman told me that online's the way to go.  

This sleeveless embellished v-back dress ($220, was $275) is an ideal alternative to black for those upcoming parties. 

For less than $100, this office-appropriate belted empire-waist dress ($95.40, was $265) is a steal. And you'll have cash left over to score some new work shoes to wear with it.

What: Danskin X-Training Satin Surface Half-Zip Hoodie, $60

Why: My first leotard was a Danskin. It was a perfect ballerina pink and I used to wear it around the house, styling it with a tutu, black slippers, and a tight bun. Needless to say, I was surprised when I discovered Danskin’s X-Training gear for runners. And I love it as much as my old leotard!

The half-zip hoodie is water-repellant and shelters me from the wind, but still breathes thanks to the mesh insets. The back stash pocket and kangaroo pocket are perfect for my ID, key, and money. And the mesh thumb loops keep the sleeves pulled down over my hands. Genius.

Get Yours: danskin.com

It’s Cyber Monday, which basically means the whole internet is on sale – including, of course, some of our favorite stores. Check out the deals below and get shopping. 

20% off today at Piperlime with promo code MONDAY. Get a new pair of party shoes, like this suede and patent pair.

20% off full-price items at Singer 22 until midnight, with coupon code TURKEY20. Buy a discounted LoveQuotes scarf for someone you love.

A bunch of dresses from BCBG, Tracy Reese, Nicole Miller and more go on sale today at eDressme – for $75 or less. We know it's not quite summer dress time, but this silk Shoshanna dress is too pretty not to consider.

Save 20% at Steve Madden with coupon code MADDEN20. We think we’d get a new pair of flat boots.

Save 20% on your order at Victoria’s Secret – treat yourself to something pretty like a Dream Angels Demi Bra .

And check out our Cyber Monday newsletter for more great sales, including special deals for SheFinds readers:

Get an extra 20% off clearance styles at Bare Necessities.

Save 25% on holiday clutches at Tucker Paisley with coupon code SHEFINDS.

Save 20% on gifts and home décor at Burke Décor with coupon code SHEFINDS.

Get 40% off clothes, jewelry, accessories and more at Manhattanite with code CyberMonday.

Save 20% on KimMarie Designs jewelry with coupon code SHEFINDS.

40% off outerwear at active wear purveyor lucy.

Get 20% off at Luxal Boutique with coupon code SHEFINDS.

See Cyber Monday offers from the entrepreneurs in Collective-E.

December 1: It’s Cyber Monday, Black Friday’s digital sister. Check SheFinds for sale alerts today, or peruse our Deal Of The Day posts for more great deals all year round.

December 3: Jewelry company Dex and Stella launches a new e-commerce site today, where you’ll find mixed-media jewelry with nods to nature. Get 15% off when you enter SHEFINDS at checkout.

December 5: The popular m. Clifford Designs’ Terrell Tote (it’s been spotted on What Not To Wear) is now available in navy and red at Bagtrends.

December 6: Get a gift for your vintage-obsessed friend today at Liebling Designs; necklaces with velvet ribbons and flowers just became available yesterday.

December 9: Look out for our Invite Translation Guide today – it’ll help you decipher all those invitations with confusing dress codes. For now, see how to make your standard blazer cocktail-hour appropriate.

December 10: Kaia Peterka, designer of wonderfully light and versatile leather bags, debuts a leather cuff bracelet today on her site. SheFinds readers get free shipping on all orders until Christmas with promo code happyshopping.

December 15: Craving a trip to the tropics right about now? Spray on L’Artisan Parfumeur’s Fleur de Liane, a scent inspired by the Island of Bahia Honda in Panama; it’s available at Ron Robinson starting today.

December 16: Asha Patel’s collection of reinvented lockets just went up on ashapateldesigns.com yesterday; choose from five symbolic designs meant to celebrate mind, body and spirit.

December 18: Katie Holmes is 30 today, which we think is notable because spurring on a huge fashion trend while still in your twenties is darn impressive.

December 22: Yes, you can still buy great gifts in time for Christmas. Look for our Last Minute Gifts Guide today – and until then, peruse our Sold Out Guide for gifts that are bound to be gone by Thursday.

December 25: Merry Christmas! Enjoy family time, good food, or whatever you do to make the holidays special.

December 28: Instead of resolving to do something unrealistic (Gym! For 2 hours! Every day!), nudge yourself toward healthy habits buy buying some pretty, functional workout gear from Lucy’s Power Gym collection, which launches today at lucy.com.

December 31: Don’t blend in this New Years’ Eve – check out all the eye-catching styles in our Little Black Dress Alternatives Guide.