- Mary Hall | December 30, 2013
The Recessionista’s Year End Financial Planning Checklist
I don’t claim to be a finance expert, or even to play one on TV, but every year...
- Mary Hall | December 28, 2013
Christmas Birkin Atrocity: Kardashian K-Birkin Katastrophe
I looked at this Birkin bag and thought I was looking at Medusa. I almost froze. This...
- Mary Hall | December 27, 2013
Shabby Apple Instagram Contest: Win a Vintage Inspired Dress
We wanted to offer something special to our readers for our last giveaway of 2013 on The Recessionista....
- Mary Hall | December 26, 2013
After Christmas and Boxing Day Sales 2013
This year’s Christmas buying season was unusually low for retailers, with many shoppers waiting until the last minute...
- Mary Hall | December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from The Recessionista
From our family to yours, we’re hoping all our readers are enjoying a happy holiday! We’re doing plenty...
- Mary Hall | December 23, 2013
Still Christmas Shopping? Good News Gift Cards Top Holiday Wish Lists
If you’re not done with your Christmas /Holiday shopping, and perhaps are stressing, it’s never too late to...
- Mary Hall | December 22, 2013
Last Minute Christmas Shopping Boosts Sales for John Lewis & other retailers
UK Retailer John Lewis is posting record sales in this pre-Christmas week according the Guardian. Last week,...
- Mary Hall | December 22, 2013
Kohl’s Last Minute Gifts, Some under $10.00
With only 3 more days until Christmas, many of my readers have written in to ask where they...
- Mary Hall | December 21, 2013
Happy Kamalidays: Enter to win a signed sketch from Norma Kamali
Norma Kamali is a fashion icon. Her beautiful and affordable clothes (Kamali Kulture, Spiegel & Walmart) are a...
- Mary Hall | December 20, 2013
Discounted Target Fashions on Sale on eBay
In a surprising move, Target is now offering select fashion items on eBay, at discounted prices. In some...