GILT GROUP HAUL / SHOP SPREE: KATE SPADE SUNGLASSES

Evan Square Frames

* Square frame
* Acetate
* Tinted gradient lens
* Metal logo plate at temple sides
* 100% UV protection
* Comes in a designer case
* Front piece length 5 1/2 inches; lens height 1 3/4 inches

Brand: kate spade sunglasses

Color: brown gradient

Material: Acetate, metal

I've always wanted a nice pair of name brand sunglasses. Something that was classy but not too over-the-top and it wouldn't cost a small fortune either. A couple of weeks ago, Gilt Groupe, (see my post about them here) sent out a mass e-mail alerting their members to the upcoming Kate Spade sale. I had purchased other Kate Spade products from Gilt Groupe in the past and have always been more than pleased with my purchases so I was extremely excited to learn that it would be the sunglasses this time around.

On the Gilt Groupe website there were about 30 different pairs to choose from with the lenses and frames ranging in various colors and designs. Some of the choices to choose from were purple, pink, brown or black lenses and frames, just to give you an idea of the variety that was offered. Which believe it or not makes it quite difficult to choose just one pair. Ha Ha! Anyway, I knew I had a budget to stick with so I chose the Evan Square frames. I chose them not only for their cost (I think these were about $45-$50) but also for their size and wear-ability as well. In other words, the sunglasses will pretty much match any outfit that I own and they are nice enough to been worn in a professional setting too.

P.S. I love the green leather bag that came with these sunglasses! A definite "Must Buy" more in my book if they are ever offered again!

GILT GROUPE: EXPLAINED & HOW YOU CAN JOIN

Gilt Groupe is an online shopping website that offers members instant access to exclusive designer labels. The merchandise, such as clothing, handbags, home furnishings, jewelry, food, travel, etc., is offered at up to 60% off retail. In 2009, FastCompany called it the "darling of luxury-obsessed bargain hunters." and you can definitely find some great bargains too! They were even featured on ABC's early morning TV show, Good Morning America; now how cool is that!

Here are some of the requirements / details for accessing the website:

• You must be a member to view the sales and to shop the website.
• All sales will be available only on www.gilt.com.
• There are no monthly fees, nor is there any cost for you to sign up and/or join either.
• New sales typically start at Noon EST, but have been offered as late as 9PM EST as well.
• The sales usually last either 24-36 hours or 36-48 hours.
• You will receive a preview e-mail announcing the start of the day's sales shortly before the sale starts.
• All orders are taken on a first come, first-served basis.
• In the event a popular item becomes unavailable, sometimes you are given the option to waitlist the item.

If you are still unsure, that is okay, because I was at first too. Now I am constantly buying from their website. These are just some of the items that I have personally purchased from the Gilt Groupe website:

kate spade sunglasses
Evan Square Frame

Havaianas  
Brazil Flip Flops (2 Pack)

 Havaianas  
Crystal Heart Flip Flops

Laura Mercier  
Colour Clutch Collection

Laura Mercier  
COLOUR WARDROBE

Kate Spade
York Street Noel Rue Tote

Heather Moore  
Stone Charm

Feel free to ask me any questions about my experiences with them. Just leave a comment below and I will try to answer them as quickly as possible. Also, let me know if you have purchased from them before and how was your experience and what did you buy? Happy shopping! ♥♥