Old Navy's $14.92 Sale

In honor of Columbus Day, Old Navy is offering hundreds of styles for just $14.92 this weekend (October 3-5, 2008).

I love Old Navy for really basic wardrobe staples like knits, weekend jeans and workout gear. Old Navy has also been a lifesaver this pregnancy, offering budget-friendly and fashionable maternity wear.

Ways to get this great deal on clothing AND save even more???

1. Use Ebates before heading to Old Navy. Ebates is a site that gives you a percentage back in cash from your purchases. Ebates is free, you visit their site and through Ebates you visit your favorite online retailers. Ebates tracks how much you spent at the retailer and gives you a cash back "rebate" of up to 25% of the purchase. You will receive a check once a quarter for your "rebate." Last quarter I received a check for over $100 from doing the majority of my online shopping for my business and home through Ebates. Old Navy offers a 3% cash back rebate through Ebates - it's like saving 3% on your purchase!

2. Google for coupons. The Gap family of stores (Old Navy, Banana, Gap, Piperlime) aren't big on doling out the coupons, but if there is one in the stratosphere, you can bet it's being discussed online. I enter a company's name and "CODE" into the search engine and spend a couple minutes searching for a decent and valid promotional code or coupon. One site I end up visiting time and time again is RetailMeNot.com. This site is well organized, you don't have to click to retailer through their site, and users rate how successful different codes have been for them. It's a great site to bookmark for an easy promo code search.

Some of my favorite looks that are part of this Old Navy sale:
Women:
Perfect Fit Tee - I adore these tees. They are a comfy knit that holds its shape pretty well, and they always have a great variety of colors. Best yet - I find the white to usually be opaque enough to hide a tee shirt bra, and the black takes many many washings before it starts to fade. $7.46 each if you purchase two or more.

Organza Puff-Sleeve Dress - I have had years of success with this silhouette from Old Navy. In linen, matte jersey, cotton or poly silk, it's that little shift with a pop of whimy (this one is with the sleeves) that can be tossed on last-minute for a date, drinks with the gals, a holiday party and more. Tis the season for holiday parties, and no better time to prepare than when you can find a cute little number for less than $15. Black or Bordeaux, this dress can be paired with strappy heels or classic pumps, a long sparkly chain or simple stud earrings and be quite the head-turner!

Women's Plus:
Perfect Scoop-Neck Tees - I an such a fan of this cut of tee shirt. It's basic enough to work with blazers or yoga pants, has a feminine silhouette that flatters curves and lengthens the neck, but is conservative enough to be wearable in any situation. If you purchase two or more, they are only $7.46 each. Careful, these are 100% cotton so they should be hung to dry or purchase a size knowing it very well may shrink up to a half a size after laundering.

Color-Block Tank - I love this top in the Monaco Plum - a style that can work year round, with jeans or black trousers. The back is feminine and unexpected and the color combination is refreshing without being gaudy. Only $9.99, an awesome price for a nice happy hour top!

Maternity:
Classic Ribbed Turtleneck - what a great wardrobe staple. Pair with jeans or work trousers for a comfy, warm and classic look. The sweater is only 60% cotton so it should retain its shape and color through the season. Two for $14.92 - go with chic black, and consider the color Baby Spinach - an unexpected hue that looks amazing with denim, ivory, camel, navy and eggplant.

Pleated Empire Waist Dress - A soft jersey with a hint of Lycra and sheen, this dress can be worn with a cardigan to work, with slingbacks to a wedding or even your shower, and for the price can be a great lounge dress for weekends at home. I like the colors Dark Night and Deep Chocolate because they are colors that can work through the seasons well, dress up or down, and I find the contrast color band on the other dresses to be a bit more casual. The Jade is also nice, but might not work with all skintones.

Maternity Nursing Camis - I ordered one of these and was pleased that it could be unhooked with one hand and had a nice shape, length and quality of knit. However it is a relatively traditionally shaped and sized shelf bra inside - best left to those who are smaller busted than I. At the price of two for $14.92, you can't find a better deal anywhere. Wear them now as a basic cami under clothes, and have them at the ready post-baby for easy nursing, comfort and style!