New Shoe Markdowns at Shopbop!

The first day of new markdowns at Shopbop is always so exciting! There's plenty of product to choose from and always in the most recent styles. Otherwise, you wind up swooning for some sale shoes only to find that it's practically sold out, except for in, like, size 5.5 and 13. Today is that magical day, so while supplies last you may want to scoot on over to Shopbop.com and check out the 30%, 50% and 70% off shoes - including these "Lyn" wedges from Ash that I'm currently justifying in my own head, even though I hardly ever wear brown shoes - sometimes there's just too much attraction to apply logic that way, though! And Ash is one of my favorite brands... Plus there's always Free Shipping and Free Returns from Shopbop.

Expires: While Supplies Last

Last Day - Shopbop Friends & Family Sale

Today's the last day that you can save 15% off your entire order at Shopbop.com thanks to the Friends & Family Sale. Just use code INTHEFAMILY15 when you're checking out to see this discount apply. Having such a sitewide sale may seem daunting, but let me help you get started; you can use the button below to check out the already-on-sale shoes that are marked down by up to 70% off. Then you can shuffle through the best by selecting "Editor's Picks," which are usually spot on. You'll find a nice cross of seasonal picks from varying designers, narrowing down the massive pool to about 148 options. Style Bard faves are these Diane von Furstenberg "Flama Tie Scarf Platform Sandals" which are already 30% off before your deal. And don't forget Free Shipping on your entire order, too!

Code: INTHEFAMILY15

Expires: Midnight, May 11, 2011

Free Next-Day Delivery from Shopbop

For the month of February, receive free next-day shipping on all of your shoe orders from Shopbop.com (in the US). You just need to be sure you have at least one non-sale item in your cart. Whether you're looking for a last-minute outfit addition or just shopping without a deadline, it's always great to wake up the next day and find your order awaiting without worrying when it'll show up at your door. That means you can still order these these extremely romantic 'Chiffon Rosette Sandals' by Giuseppe Zanotti in time for Valentine's Day.

Expires: March 1, 2011

Last Day - Extra 20% Off Shopbop Sale Shoes

Today is the last day that you can take an additional 20% off shoes that are already marked down by either 30%, 50% or 70% in the Shopbop sale section. Just use code EXTRA20 when you're checking out. Plus, you can take advantage of Free Shipping anywhere in the entire world, in three days or less; and, of course, there's also Free Returns within the US. One style that stuck out to me were these 'Frida' platform booties by Alexander Wang that simply look like nothing else on the page--but very much conjure their namesake's art, and it blows me away. They're 30% off before your additional savings.

Code: EXTRA20

Expires: Midnight PST, December 16, 2010

Free Next-Day Shipping from Shopbop

Enjoy free next-day shipping on all orders of Shopbop shoes! But act fast, because this out-of-nowhere deal lasts just a few days. There is no code or really any other stipulations, simply shop, checkout and enjoy instant savings, well, pretty instantly (since your shoes will show up the very next day). Style Bard suggests saving on the New Arrivals section, which includes such shoes as these 'Penny' snakeskin wedges that I want more than life right now--and yet, having had Ramen for dinner, probably not enough to do so for the next month or so while I paid these beauties off. Even with free next-day shipping.

Expires: November 17th, 2010

Mid-Season Sale at Shopbop

New markdowns have been added to the Shopbop.com sale area, where designer items can be found for 30%, 50% or 70% off! These new deductions are part of the mid-season sale, presumably in order to make way for new winter merchandise. Remember, sale items aren't restocked, so it's first come first serve. Before they sell out, you might want to get your mitts on something like these very special "Winston" by Report Signature that allow you to stand out with over-the-top, over-the-knee style. And I don't know why this doesn't surprise me, but they've taken pains to point out that this item? Cannot be gift wrapped. Guess you'd better just be buying them for youself!

Always Free Ground Shipping & Free Returns

Expires: While Supplies Last

Style Bard's Shopbop Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Kris (The Freestyle Mom)! You've won a $100 gift card to spend at Shopbop.com!

Kris commented to say that she loved these 'Vandalia' open toe booties by Report Signature:



They're already marked down by 50% on the website, so you know they're automatically definitely approved by Style Bard!

I'll be in touch shortly about delivering your prize. And thanks to everyone else who participated; I'll try to get another giveaway going as soon as possible.

ShopBop Summer Finale Sale

A final sweep of markdowns means that new shoes have been added to the sale selection at Shopbop.com. It's the last big sale of the season, so check out the remaining cheap seasonal goods like these designer platform sandals called 'One Band Rope Tie Sandals' by DSQUARED2 that are now 70% off their original selling price. Plus, ShopBop now offers free worldwide delivery in 3 days or less (although international orders need a $100 minimum). Check it out while sizes and styles last.

Expires: While Supplies Last

Free Next-Day Shipping on ShopBop Shoes!

Although ShopBop always offers Free Ground Shipping, we all know what a pain it is to wait 3-5 business days and worry about meeting the truck on time on the right day to get our new shoes! However, that pain can be significantly lessened by free next-day shipping. Now when you buy your faves from ShopBop--such as these 'Twelfth St' bowed sandals by Cynthia Vincent, already on sale for 30% off--your shoes will be shipped to you immediately and guaranteed by the next day at absolutely no cost. But hurry, because this sale only lasts today and tomorrow--and only in the USA. And don't forget to check out all the designer shoes on sale for up to 70% off!

Expires: Midnight, August 25th, 2010

New Shoe Markdowns at Shopbop

Yay! I love this announcement. New items have been added to the excellent sale selection at Shopbop, which means those shoes you were coveting yesterday (yet being fiscally responsible and refusing to purchase) are now 30-70% off whatever price they used to be! Isn't it great to be rewarded for making smart, hard choices? Options now marked down include these Tory Burch 'Rory' crochet flats, which come in two color options and are also an Editor's Pick. Now 50% off. Anyone else suddenly craving a marathon of Gilmore Girls?

Always Free Shipping & Free Return Shipping

Expires: While Supplies Last

Last Day - Extra 20% Off Shopbop Sale Shoes!

If you love Shopbop's shoes as much as I do (which might be impossible, but I'll keep my mind open), then you are also going to drool over this surprise sale that allows you to take an additional 20% off shoes which have already been marked down! Choose from any on-sale shoes, use code EXTRA20 when you check out and then suffer for 3-5 business days while your amazing new bounty arrives. Hey, ground shipping is slow but at least it's free at Shopbop. Style Bard faves are these extremely sophisticated 'Balmain' sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti. They're already 50% off before your additional discount is even applied. Hurry; only four sizes are left!

Code: EXTRA20

Expires: Midnight, July 14th, 2010

*Deal of the Week* Memorial Day Weekend Sales

Memorial Day Weekend comes with slews of amazing shoe sales, so definitely remember to take a step back from that BBQ and hop online to see how much you can save. For example right now? These Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Cross Band Platform Espadrilles' from Shopbop are now 30% off. Yeah, that's right, they just smack of freedom and justice for all with subtle hints of Red, White and Blue and just the right holiday weekend vibe.

Sadly, I'm unable to escape NYC this long weekend due to a trip out of town planned for next weekend; however, I will be taking a mini vacation from blogging. BUT! Check back here on Memorial Monday for a complete round-up of existing last-minute amazing steals and deals from many of your favorite shoe websites that are frequently mentioned on Style Bard Shoes. Seeya then!

Today Only - 15% Off ShopBop!

ShopBop is hosting a special "Friends and Family" event, allowing frequent users and their posses to save 15% off any shoes with the code INTHEFAMILY15. Style Bard faves include these 'Devin' leather cage sandals by L.A.M.B. Of course I love the zipper and buckle hardware, but I'm also prime for some new white sandals this year. These also come in Black. Naturally, this deal will only last a short while, so be sure to shop while you can!

Always Free Ground Shipping

Code: INTHEFAMILY15

Expires: Midnight, May 5th, 2010

*Deal of the Week* New Markdowns at ShopBop

ShopBop always has amazing merchandise on sale for 30%-70% off, but I love when new markdowns are added so that you can be the first to scope out new on-sale looks and grab them in your size before they sell out. Because all 70% off merchandise is final sale, and once your size is gone, it's gone. Nothing aches so much as missing out on your favorite designer shoes because you were late to the sale. Fresh discounts include these sick Z-Project Platform Pumps by L.A.M.B. They're kind of blowing my mind; not just the crazy angles and architecture, but also the contrast of the 'f--- me pumps' edginess with the soft sheen of satin. Amazing--and now 30% off if you get to them in time!

Expires: While Supplies Last

*Deal of the Week* Farewell to Winter Sale at Shopbop

You know Style Bard loves loves loves making this announcement: Shopbop has added new merchandise to its sales selection, which means that drool-worthy designer shoes that were full-priced last week may now be marked down up to 70%! This Farewell to Winter Sale includes shoes by designers such as Jeffrey Campbell, Tory Burch, Dolce Vita, Sergio Rossi and L.A.M.B. Style Bard favorites are these Report Signature Shoes 'Copper Three Band Sandals' -- I can hardly say why, but I think it's the unique color, called Cognac. And of course that sexy steel stiletto pinprick heel. Marked down by 50% these are even surprisingly affordable, which only makes them more dangerous in my eyes. The only thing that stands between these shoes and perfection are their velcro clasps; just imagine what a mood-killer that would be in a striptease. "Just one moment. Rrrrrzzzzhhhhct. Zzzzchht."

Always Free Shipping and Free Returns

Expires: While Supplies Last

*Deal of the Week* Free Return Shipping at ShopBop

Although ShopBop already offered Free Shipping on all shoe orders, they've just gotten around to adding Free Return Shipping, too! This is very exciting for me, because Free Returns are one thing I always seek when shoe shopping online. Nothing sucks worse than buying shoes, excitedly waiting for them to arrive, learning they don't fit, and then paying for that whole let-down experience when it's time to send them back. With amazing designer styles like these 'Strass Suede Caged Sandals' by Guiseppe Zanotti, it'd be easy to get your heart broken when shopping that way. But not anymore! This news is so exciting that I just had to make it this week's *Deal of the Week*. As if I needed another reason to shop here; sigh, bye-bye paycheck!

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Receive $25 Toward New Shoes from Shopbop

One of my favorite things about shoe shopping at Shopbop is that you can browse by popular trends, which really takes the guesswork out of locating the hippest, newest styles. For example, I still need a pair of motorcycle boots (yes, need; like oxygen), so I went ahead and clicked right through to this category and found these 'Hilda Stud Harness Boots' by Rosegold. Which, by the way, are marked as $97.50, on sale for a whopping 70% off their original price of $325. But you can actually eventually buy them for free if you simply refer your friends to Shopbop. When you open an account at Shopbop.com and then refer friends to also open an account and shop at the notorious boutique website, you'll receive a $25 credit for every new member. Friends must simply come directly through your account referral and make a purchase (without returning it), and you'll receive the $25 gift certificate within 45 days. Got a lot of friends who love shoes as much as you do? That'll add up fast and you'll be buying those trendy new boots (or heels, or wedges, or sandals) in no time!

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*Deal of the Week* New Markdowns at ShopBop

Two weeks ago, new shoes were added to ShopBop's sale selection. That means there's still time to snag designer shoes for up to 70% off. If you wait much longer when great shoes go on sale at this popular boutique, they're often sold out in mainstream sizes. There's nothing so disappointing as to fall in love with an otherwise unattainable designer shoe--and its new low price--only to discover that they just sold out on all sizes 6-9. Style Bard faves are these 'Platform Suede Booties' (and the strap is removable), but I actually love all of the DSQUARED2 sale shoes. You'll also be a fan if you're into MIU MIU by Prada or L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stafani. Don't worry, most 6.5-11 sizes in this style are still available, but I thought I should make this announcement a *Deal of the Week* before holiday sweeps wipe out even more of this fabulous discount stock.

Expires: While Supplies Last

*Deal of the Week* 70% Off Fall Shoes at Shopbop

Shopbop has added new Fall shoe styles to its 70% off clearance section! Unlike some other online stores and boutiques, the sale and clearance merchandise doesn't only represent unseasonal shoe styles. There are plenty of on-trend enclosed shoes at very rewarding prices available that will carry you through the cooler months with elegance. For example, these 'High Heel Stack Loafers' by Marc by Marc Jacobs are now only $105 (down from $350.00)! I would wear these shiny, glorious shoes with just about everything, from a LBD to dark-wash jeans. They're definitely suitable for both work and play. That's why these newest markdowns qualify for this week's *Deal of the Week.*

Always Free Shipping from Shopbop

Expires: While Supplies Last

Last Day to Save an Extra 30% on Shopbop Shoes

Today's the last day to take an additional 30% off of shoes which are already on sale at Shopbop! Shopbop is a boutique not only famous for its amazing selection of tasteful on-trend designer-name apparel and accessories, they're also incredibly popular for their 70% off clearance. This deal actually applies to the merchandise that's already marked down, which means you're in for some stupendous savings! Style Bard faves of the sale are these 'FrouFrou Draped Cut-Out Wedges' by Robert Clergerie. Original price: $695.00. Price with code 30OFF70: $145.95. They're not everyone's type, but I would wear the hell out of 'em! Y'all know how I feel about a Green shoe. If you love 'em too, you'd better get 'em while they last.

Always Free Ground Shipping

Code: 30OFF70

Expires: Midnight, August 25th, 2009