Shopping for clothes online has never been a favorite Frugal Diva activity.  However, after getting some tips from friends, I see where it is quite nice during the hectic holiday season to have attire land on your doorstep.  And at a significant discount.

Let’s start with Shop It To Me.  Instead of being overwhelmed by too much choice, they allow you to customize your shopping experience. Alerts arrive when those brands have sales items in your size.  If you are brand loyal, this site will work very nicely.

Now I scoffed at the Home Shopping Network until a friend started showing up in amazing clothes and said they were from HSN. Even Badgley Mischka of red carpet fame has a line with glamour items for parties and beyond.  Look  around for bargains in the clearance section and remember returning an item means paying for shipping.

Amazon.com is not the first name for clothing however there are a significant number of brands from AK Anne Klein to Zen Trend.  And many qualify for free shipping. This also a great way to send gifts out of town and even in town.

Check out your favorite brand online and see what they offer on discounts, free shipping and returns, and online only specials. This is a whole new world for me however many divas swear by the experience. Let me know what sites work for you. And remember be careful out there, the most expensive item you own is one you never wear.

Villa Firenze has closed.

Go to the warehouse in North Hollywood Warehouse at 11840 Vose St: Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm and choose ready made home decor, gift items, and make decorating simple and frugal. Villa Firenze call 818.503.9143 for information. 

Villa Firenze fits the needs of decorating divas- fabulous deals for fabulous housewares, linens, and many other accessories. This is a fun place for gifts and ways to cozy up the house.  Candles, unisex watches, picture frames, decanters, and pillows are just a few of the choices at great prices.

If you have the urge to splurge on your home this is a fantastic place to get unique items at ready made prices, find beautiful  hostess gifts, and accsessories without entering a mall.

This is for those who love DIY and need a place to hang out, take classes, and get supplies, The Urban Craft Center is perfect. This beautiful facility makes it easy to complete projects that you have been putting off  for months or even years. Think about this, if you had a comfortable setting with advice and supplies imagine what could be done before the holidays. 

They are located at 2433 Main St-(310) 392-0139- inside the Edgemar complex in Santa Monica. (310) 392-0139. Store Hours: Everyday from 10am-6pm. Parking can be validated up to an hour and a half in the Edgemar parking lot.