Occult Day - Oooh, very very spooky! It’s Occult Day which means we’re celebrating everything mysterious and unnatural today. With Halloween being long over (sigh), we have the opportunity to have another spooktacular day. Personally, I love this topic because it’s intriguing and is scary in the kind of way that isn’t really obvious. It makes you think about what else is out there and gives you a sense of the unknown. I once took a class in university that dealt with the paranormal, new age and conspiracy theories. I loved that class because it really opened my eyes to this whole new set of ideas that were out there. Who needed Halloween when every week in that class scared me out of my wits?! Not everyone loves this topic; however, it is Occult Day, so you can’t really do anything except celebrate. Come on it’s fun and it doesn’t have to be totally spooky. The easiest thing you can do today is read your horoscope and discover new and interesting things about your astrological sign. Or take this celestial wonder’s (me) idea which isn’t unnatural at all and check out deals at Bluefly! Save 10% on D&G, D.Squared and Hugo Boss apparel and accessories on orders of $100 or more when you use Bluefly coupons.

Mickey Mouse Day - Speaking of magical, it’s also Mickey Mouse Day and we’re celebrating his 80th birthday this year. Man, Mickey is one 80 year old who looks AMAZING for his age! Don’t you think? Wow…we should be so lucky to look like Mickey on our 80th birthdays folks. Regardless, Mickey Mouse has grown up with most of us including our grandparents which is pretty amazing. All these years later and people can’t resist the joy and wonder this little mouse brings into your heart. He’s also a huge celebrity and a major icon. I named all my cats after Mickey, that’s how much I loved him! I was lucky enough to meet him when I was 6 years old in Disneyland. Although Florida is not his original birthplace, it’s as close as I could ever get to the real deal. Seeing as how it’s Mickey Mouse Day, today would be a great day to watch old Disney movies who starred the man or mouse that started it all, Mickey. Or you could check out Disney Shopping where you can get your hands on everything Mickey. Save up to 75% on discount Mickey Mouse figurines, stuffed animals, books, movies and other Disney merchandise when you use Disney Shopping coupons.

November 7th - It was on this day in history in 1942 that bicyclist Fausto Coppi established a world record 45,848 km ride! I look up to those of you who participate in long bike rides for the sake of charities. I have a friend who rode for 6 hours straight to help raise money for cancer research. He was in a bit of pain for a few days afterwards, but it was worth it. The best way to get through this kind of marathon is to train beforehand and to be equipped with an attachment for water bottles to keep hydrated during the race. For all your cycling gear including bikes for many terrains, accessories, helmets and more, head over to Dicks Sporting Goods. Enjoy a 15% discount on your purchase when you redeem exclusive Dicks Sporting Goods coupons, free from FabulousSavings.

1963 - Carole Joan Crawford, 20 of Jamaica Crowned 13th Miss World - Walk gracefully without falling on your face, think of witty and smart answers on the spot for the judges, smile at all times even when it feels like your face will shatter into a million pieces, and avoid fidgeting at all costs…even when there’s a pin from the dress you’re wearing poking you in the back. See? It’s not easy being a beauty queen. Sure, you get your makeup done, wear designer dresses and have a chance at a title as the most beautiful woman in the world, but with all that comes a lot of hard work and sacrifice. But, if you’re like me and don’t need a title that says you’re the prettiest woman in the world, then here are some coupons that’ll make you look and feel like the One in a Million that you are - ’cause if you feel gorgeous, then that’s all that really matters! Pamper yourself and save at Beauty.com, eDressMe and FragranceNet today:

• Beauty.com Coupons - $10 off brand-name makeup to accentuate your beautiful features when you spend $60 or more
• eDressMe Coupons - 10% off all designer cocktail dresses, evening gowns & everyday dresses
• FragranceNet Coupons - 10% off seductive fragrances in EDT spray, body mist & shower gel form

Famous Birthday

Jason & Jeremy London, 36 - These twins, that women go gaga over, turn 36 today. Maybe they’re so appealing because they always seem so laidback and effortlessly handsome. Well, there’s a way to pull this look off, guys. Mix a few casual pieces of clothing together with a grand color scheme like browns, beiges and creams, and voila: effortlessly sexy! Discover brand-name clothing like pants, jackets, vests & cardigans for layering at Bluefly for less. Redeem Bluefly coupons to save 10% when you spend $100 or more.

Look for Circles Day - Have you ever walked around a mall or on the street (obviously you have), looked down and tried not to step on the lines? Oh man! This was the highlight of my visits to the mall until I discovered my knack and passion for shopping. Regardless, today is sort of like that…well, sort of, not really. Look for Circles Day is just another way to spend our lazy Sunday afternoon. Did you love playing Eye Spy when you were a kid? Well, today play with a friend and Eye Spy anything that is a circle. You’ll be playing for hours! Today may seem like a pointless holiday to you; however, I like to see the potential in every holiday I write about, including today’s. When I think of circles, the first two things that pop into my head are polka dots and golf balls. If you enjoy wearing polka dots (come on, who doesn’t love polka dots?) or playing golf, then check out the deals at Bluefly and ProGolf:

• Bluefly Coupons - 10% off Marc New York and Prada apparel and accessories on orders of $100 or more 
• ProGolf Coupons - 17% off Callaway golf equipment, Adidas apparel and Odyssey golf clubs

Cookie Monster Day - Yummy yummy in my tummy…it’s Cookie Monster Day! Out of all the characters on Sesame Street, he was my favorite. I liked him so much that for Christmas one year I got Tickle Me Cookie Monster. He was so cute, the way he’d say “More cookies, hehe, haha, hehe, haha!” I can’t name one kid who doesn’t love cookies. There must be something that draws kids to cookie jars. My favorite was Michelle Tanner on Full House when DJ bribed her into Uncle Jesse’s gym bag with a cookie. How evil, yet clever! Since I enjoy baking, making cookies every few weeks is not uncommon for me to do. Usually I’ll make homemade chocolate chip cookies and they come out soft and chewy. Except this one time, I read the recipe wrong and the cookies came out like bricks. I kept wondering why they tasted like that until my mom brought it to my attention that I read the instructions wrong! Celebrate today the old-fashioned way by being just like Cookie Monster and eating tons of cookies from Davids Cookies. Save 15% on discount cookie gift baskets, cookie dough gifts and sugar cookie gifts on orders of $29 or more when you use Davids Cookies coupons.

October 28th - It was on this day in history in 1992 that Lee Jang Rim predicted this day to be the end of the world! I guess it’s safe to safe that he was waaaaaaaaaay off. It wasn’t the end for us, but this day was the beginning for many celebrities. There was a ton of them born on this day. Below, I’ve named a couple of my favorites, and with them you’ll find my favorite coupons too!

Famous Birthdays:

Joaquin Phoenix, 34 - He starred in the major-motion picture Walk the Line as he portrayed legendary country singer, Johnny Cash. I think he did an amazing job capturing Johnny’s essence and passion. So, check out our free coupons for Instrument Proto find the tool to express your emotions like Johnny Cash:

• Instrument Pro Coupons - 10% off acoustic guitars, electric guitars, keyboards & much more!

Julia Roberts, 41 - Okay, I know she’s starred in a lot of movies, but my favorite one will always be Pretty Woman. It’s all about shopping for designer clothing and turning from a frumpy duckling into a classy swan. Who wouldn’t love this movie? The scene of Julia shopping in Bloomingdale’s with a credit card that has no limit, I have to admit, I drooled a little. So, here are some amazing coupons from Yoox, Avenue & Bluefly for top-designer apparel at discounted prices:

• Yoox Coupons - free shipping on top designer clothing like D&G, Armani, Versace & more!
• Avenue Coupons - $20 off top-brand casual clothing & career wear when you spend $100 or more
• Bluefly Coupons - 10% off brand-name power suits, dresses & shoes on purchases of $100 or more

So, whether you feel like singing a song with your new instrument or getting all dolled up in your favorite designer clothing, bottom line is…you don’t have to be a rich celebrity to get the best when you’ve got our coupons.  I think Lee Jang Rim’s ominous feeling of the end of the world had something to do with predicting that our coupons would end the world of high prices!

Babbling Day - YAP, YAP, YAP, YAP, YAP! That’s what you’ll be doing today on Babbling Day! If you were ever labeled as a chatterbox when you were a little kid and have become an introvert because of it, then today is the day to throw it all out the window and start babbling away. Yes, if you’re wondering, I was a chatterbox when I was growing up; however, my chattiness diminished over time. Instead of becoming more open and outgoing, I’ve gotten extremely shy! Nonetheless, it’s Babbling Day, and I don’t see a reason not to celebrate. I mean, doesn’t the word babbling mean to just go on and on about nothing at all? It’s kind of like a long run on sentence with no breaks! My suggestion today is to do as MUCH yapping as possible throughout your day and then go home and do it again! And it would be best if you called someone up you haven’t talked to in a while, maybe someone that moved away. Shop online at Hello Direct and babble as much as you want for less. Use Hello Direct coupons to save 10% on Panasonic and AT&T telephone solutions and more.

National Count Your Buttons Day - Have you ever looked down at what you were wearing and started playing or counting your buttons? Well, random is just the word to describe today’s holiday. Today’s holiday is plain and simple and just the way I like it. Count your buttons! A number-one hobby among people is collecting buttons. My mom used to and every time I lost a button on anything I was wearing, she’d consult her button collection to find one that matched the rest. Its genius I tell you. When it comes to fashion, buttons can make or break an article of clothing. When I was younger, my sister and I had the displeasure of owning matching shirts with buttons all over them…I’m talking glued or sewn on the front of the shirt. It was hideous! That’s a fashion no no. On the other hand, I was shopping this weekend and I saw a cool trench coat with gold buttons. It was really chic! So from counting buttons to button collections to buttons on clothing, I say you head online to Bluefly. Save 10% on discount Armani and D&G apparel and accessories for men and women on orders of $100 or more when you use Bluefly coupons.

The West End of Vancouver is every traveler’s dream. Not only is it home to some of the best shopping in the city, dozens of world-class restaurants and a gorgeous beach, but the West End also offers travelers more hotels than the Vancouver Aquarium has fish.

Find the perfect West End Vancouver hotel at the perfect price, thanks to Orbitz. You get the guaranteed lowest rate every time you travel. And with your Orbitz coupons, you take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay.

• Best Western Sands Vancouver - Beautiful views of the water & low-rate rooms
• Empire Landmark Hotel Vancouver - Tallest hotel in the city & one of its most luxurious
• Listel Hotel Vancouver - Stylish ambiance & luxury amenities
• Pacific Palisades Hotel Vancouver - Modern & fun, with everything from yoga classes to a nightly wine hour

When most travelers arrive in Vancouver, the first neighborhood they want to visit is the West End. And that’s because it’s where so many of the city’s must-see destinations are located. But since your hotel’s in the West End, you’re just steps from:

• Cuisine Galore - Dine at all types of restaurants from top-value sushi to four-star fusion
• Robson Street - Shop for hours on end at boutiques from all your favorite designers
• Sunset Beach Park - Walk along the shore during the evening for unforgettable views

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La Musique Fashion Show (October 21)

If you’re spending some time shopping along Robson Street, then chances are you know a few things about style. See what the future names in fashion have in store for you at the Art Institute of Vancouver’s annual show for its graduating designers.

With Bluefly, it’s easy to always keep your wardrobe up-to-date with the latest fashions. Shop designer names at discount prices and find everything you need for the upcoming season. Plus, new customers get 10% off $100 or more with Bluefly coupons!

October 3rd - It was on this day in history in 1872 that Bloomingdale’s Department store in New York opened. This is THE PLACE to find all your favorite designer clothing for both men and women. But, unless you have a special plastic card with unlimited spending, you may just come home with only a few items. Fortunately, we have coupons for merchants that offer HUGE discounts on designer clothing! Shop online at Armani Exchange, Avenue, BlueFly, and Casual Male for bargain prices on top designer names:

• Armani Exchange Coupons - chic ensembles with free 2nd-Day shipping when you spend $75 or more
• Avenue Coupons - women’s designer apparel & accessories for $15 off when you spend $75 or more
• BlueFly Coupons - top designer brands for men, women & children for 10% off when you spend $100 or more
• Casual Male Coupons - men’s big & tall designer clothing for $20 off when you spend $100 or more

1945 - Elvis Presley’s 1st Public Appearance at 10 Years Old - I had no idea he was already in the limelight at this age! Guess that goes to show that he was truly destined for greatness. For all you hardcore Elvis fans, enjoy Wolfgangs Vault coupons for 10-20% off Elvis merchandise for your home or closet. Wolfgangs Vault is the treasure chest of Elvis memorabilia that will have you swaying your hips and curling you lips!

Famous Birthday

Ashlee Simpson, 24 - Her long blond, black, or red locks…no matter what color they are….are always shiny and luscious. Her puffy lips glisten with luster from her glossy lip balm. Her smooth skin glows with radiance and youth in every photo taken…even unexpected photos from paparazzi. Bottom line: Ashlee Simpson is gorgeous. But, like I’ve told you before, celebrities DO NOT just wake up looking stunning. They look like you and me - drool-stained cheek, hurricane hair and all. You can look just as gorgeous as any celebrity you choose with the right products from Drugstore.com. For beautifying products that give you smooth skin, lustrous lips, and shiny hair, use Drugstore.com coupons to save 10% when you spend $50 or more.

World Smile Day - Don’t you just love days that encourage acts of kindness? I DO! World Smile Day is one of those days to get our teeth all polished for their close up! Flash those pearly whites to just about anyone you see today. Today’s holiday commemorates the man who invented the yellow smiley face icon back in 1968, Harvey Ball. The first World Smile Day was held in 1999, and since then both the icon and foundation really exploded! From a young age, I was nicknamed “Smiley” since I’d laugh and smile at everything. This nickname eventually led to an obsession I had with those infamous smiley faces we’re celebrating today. I used to be so smiley-crazed that I actually had a bright yellow smiley face knapsack (it was in the shape of a FACE). Thankfully my style has improved; however, my smile stayed with me. Out of all the holidays, I say this is the easiest. All you have to do is SMILE! Need a little help? Fine, fine! Head over to eBags to get yourself a stylish bag, unlike the one I used to sport around. Save 10% on discount Guess and American Tourister bags and accessories and receive free shipping on orders of $35 or more when you use eBags coupons.

National Diversity Day - Today’s holiday, National Diversity Day, highlights the differences between people and looks at the results in a positive way rather than a negative way. Essentially, we’re supposed to feel good about our differences and embrace them. Besides why would you want to be like someone else?  The best you could do is change your habits and ways. I know, we all hate change; however, you can’t expect anything different to come out of a situation or your life if you’re stuck in a rut! From when we’re little kids, parents and teachers are telling us to “be ourselves.” Boy, have I ever heard that before! No matter how old you are, everyone tends to act out of character sometime or another, so take the advice coming from today’s holiday, shine your brightest and live out your full potential. And the coolest thing about this whole day is that while embracing our individuality, we know that each of us is the One and Only (Your Name Here)! If you’re looking for stellar ways to express your uniqueness and diversity from the crowd, then shop at Bluefly. Save 10% on discount D&G and Prada clothing and accessories for men and women on orders of $100 or more when you use Bluefly coupons.

Okay, so the majority of us may not be celebrities, but we can appreciate how looking put-together and fashionable makes us feel. And we never want to end up on a Worst Dressed List. But high fashion often comes at high prices. What’s a diva on a dime to do?

Head to Bluefly, of course! That’s where you’ll find numerous garments from quality brand names for just a fraction of the retail price.

But don’t you dare go shopping without your Bluefly coupons. They’ll get you an extra 10% off everything until September 17 at 6:30 am (Eastern)!

Here are just some of the numerous brands you’ll find:

• Miss Sixty
• Ed Hardy
• DKNY
• L.A.M.B.
• KORS by Michael Kors
• Gucci
• Miu Miu
• Tart
• Marc by Marc Jacobs

From trendy to timeless and conservative to in-your-face, Bluefly carries the variety your wardrobe craves. Satisfy your stylish urges, and buy something new this fall!

September 16th - It was on this day in history in 1963 that The Outer Limits premiered on ABC-TV.   I think that’s the perfect title for that show; each episode was seriously out there. From aliens invading earth to fertility experiments gone wrong, there were enough terrifying concepts in there to give me nightmares for life. Since Halloween is just around the corner, you may enjoy a night of horror flicks with the whole gang. Find scary movies and more at Sony Style. From old classics like Psycho to new DVDs like Prom Night, you’ll love looking through their extensive collection. Just be sure to redeem free Sony Style coupons for a discount on famous Halloween horror movies and more. 

1981 - 1st Broadcast of Miami Vice on NBC TV - I can’t help but chuckle a bit when I think of this show. I mean, ya, it was good then, but when you visualize the wardrobes they wore now, you can’t help but burst out laughing. From pink suits with white shoes to Hawaiian shirts and woven sandals, I could laugh for years! But hey, I think it’s okay to wear such ensembles…ON VACATIONS ONLY! Even George’s dad on Seinfeld knew to box his Hawaiian shirts for vacation purposes only. So, if you’re going away with the family to somewhere hot, then stock up on your ensembles by Tommy Bahama. Head over to Bluefly for a discount on Tommy Bahama apparel & accessories for men. Sport that fun and laid-back vacation look when you’re soakin’ up the sun. And use free Bluefly coupons for a 15% discount on your purchase.

Famous Birthday

Marc Anthony, 40 - So, besides the fact that his huge eyes and sinking eye sockets give me the heebie jeebies, he always looks so tired and pale. Sometimes, it seems as though he’ll be blown right off his feet if a gust of wind passes him. He can use a few plates of my Mom’s pasta and a tan. And perhaps, if he used ZIRH men’s skincare products over the years, he’d look like a 25 year old on his 40th birthday! Men’s skincare products for men are full of vitamins, minerals and natural ingredients like mushroom extracts that do amazing things for a man’s skin. Look years younger and awake with energy with fresh creams and aftershaves from Zirh. And use free Zirh coupons for a 16% discount when you spend $20 or more.