FAVORITO FRIDAY: COLUMBUS DAY SALES AT FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO

We may have not paid much attention to history in high school, but when "Columbus" is attached to the word "sales", we're all ears.

Even though you probably have to go into work on Monday (kids have all the fun, don't they?), that doesn't mean you can't celebrate the holiday with a little shopping. And since shopping is always our favorite hobby, we're sharing some great deals at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago you're not going to want to miss.

Banana Republic Factory Store: Entire store is 50 to 70% off. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13.
Barneys New York Warehouse: Additional 30% off men's and women's clothing, shoes, and accessories. 40% off clearance. Valid from 10/09 to 10/14. 
Calvin Klein: Up to 60% off entire store. Valid from 10/09 to 10/15. 
Calypso St. Barth: Additional 25% off your purchase. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13. 
Coach: 50% off entire purchase and additional 30% clearance. Valid from 10/08 to 10/13. 
DKNY: 50% off your purchase. Valid from 10/09 to 10/15. 
Gap Factory Store: 15% off $75 or more. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13. 
GUCCI: Additional 50 to 70% off. Valid from 10/08 to 10/14. 
Halston: 30% off new arrivals of evening, cocktail, ready-to-wear, and handbags. Valid from 10/09 to 10/14. 
Herve Leger by Max Azria: 20% off entire factory store. Valid from 10/06 to 10/14. 
L.K.Bennett: Additional 30% off entire store. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13. 
NikeFactoryStore: 30% off clearance apparel. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13. 
The Limited Outlet: 50% off every item. Valid from 10/09 to 10/13. 
Tommy Hilfiger: 30 to 40% off all sweaters and outerwear. Valid from 10/09 to 10/15.

Happy shopping!

Jess & Jill

LOOKBOOK LIVE WITH GLAMOUR + GQ AT CHICAGO PREMIUM OUTLETS

Glamour, GQ, and Chicago Premium Outlets? That's too many good things for one post!

Glamour and GQ are hosting LOOKBOOK Live this Saturday, September 6th, from 1 to 6 PM at the Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora. You'll be able to see how to wear the runway's fall trends for your every day look with the help of style pros from both magazines.

We know you definitely want to go, and we're making it easier for you to get there! Use the promo code LOOKBOOK here and you'll get a free shuttle ride from Union Station to Chicago Premium Outlets. 

Jess & Jill

4TH OF JULY DEALS AND STEALS

What's a holiday without some good shopping?

Fashion Outlets of Chicago has some amazing deals going on for the holiday weekend. Enjoy discounts at some of your favorite stores while shopping one of our favorite outlets! Here's what you can expect.

Barneys New York Warehouse: Take an additional 50% off men's and women's shoes, 50% off clearance, and 30% off storewide July 2nd to the 8th.
BCBGMAXAZRIA: 40% off your entire purchase.
Bloomingdale's:  Extra 25% - 40% off select merchandiser now through July 6th. (Extra 25% off all men's suits, dress shirts and ties, all denim for men, women and kids, all dresses; extra 40% off all women's sandals, all shorts for women, men and kids, all swimsuits & cover ups for women, mens and kids.)

Gucci: Additional 30-50% off select merchandise through July 4th.
Halston Heritage: Take an additional 30% off select styles through July 7th.
The Limited: 50% off everything now through July 6th.

Neiman Marcus Last Call: 30%-60% off the entire store July 3rd to the 6th. (60% off all handbags; 50% off all women's contemporary sportswear, shoes, sandals, and espadrilles; 40% off all women's designer and career sportswear, dresses, jewelry, men's, home, and kid's; 30% off all sunglasses, watches, gifts, fragrances, and everything else!)
Theory: 25% off entire store now through July 6th.
Trina Turk: Take an additional 40% off your entire purchase July 2nd to the 6th.

Find more deals here.

You know where you can find us this weekend!

Jess & Jill

FAVORITO FRIDAY: NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALL DESIGNER EVENT

Neiman Marcus Last Call is having a designer apparel event, where select stores will receive new arrivals directly from Neiman Marcus stores, with up to 65% off retail. Yes, SIXTY-FIVE PERCENT. You didn't question for a second why this is a favorito, did you? Pre-sale begins today, February 21!

Jess stopped by the Fashion Outlets of Chicago and absolutely loves the brand newness of it all and how easy it is to shop there. Jill checked out Sawgrass Mills in Florida, and with it's enormous size and killer shoe section, it's one of her favorite places to shop.

Check out some of our favorite pieces we came across!

Romeo & Juliet Couture - a Jess & Jill favorite!

This jacket from The Man Repeller is awesome.

Spring is coming!

Denim heaven!

Love, love, love this blazer from Joie!

Jill can't get enough of these handbags!

These pants from Joie are so fun!

So many boots on sale!

First trip to the fitting room!

Round two!

Wedges are Jess's favorite!

Jess & Jill

NM Last Call provided gift cards d for each of us to shop at the shopping event. Opinions and commentary are of Jess & Jill.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING AT CHICAGO PREMIUM OUTLETS

As you may know, we had a ton of fun shopping for deals at the Chicago Premium Outlets a few weeks ago, and now it's your turn to take advantage of some pretty amazing discounts for the rest of 2013! Not only are they offering killer steals from their top stores on Black Friday, they're also offers special discounts and in-store promotions each day throughout November and December! How are we supposed to stay away?

Especially with their easy shopper shuttle offered from Union Station to the Chicago Premium Outlets for only $19.99 through Christmas. And don't forget to hashtag #seasonofsavings and #dealoftheday while you're out there!

Chicago Premium Outlets

Black Friday is pretty much synonymous with outlets shopping, so you can learn about the hours and discounts below!

Hours: Friday, 11.29: Midnight - 10PM (Some stores open at 9 PM on Thursday, 11.28), Saturday, 11.30: 8AM - 10PM, and Sunday, 12.1: 8AM - 8PM.

Juicy Couture, 11.28 (10 PM) - 11.29 (7 AM): $50 JC Basic Tracksuit.
Lindt Chocolate, 11.28 - 11.29 (until 9 AM): 100 Lindor Truffles for $25, save 50%; buy 20 sticks for $20; and Lindor, Hello and other assorted chocolate sticks, save 50%.
Perry Ellis, (11.13 - 12.24): Enjoy 40-60% off the the entire store.
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, 11.15 - 12.13: Take 30% off lowest ticketed price storewide.
Puma, 11.28 - 12.01: 50% off entire store.
Salvatore Ferragamo, 11.21 - 12.01: 50-70% off of original prices on select fall/winter merchandise.
Theory, 11.28 - 12.01: 30% off entire store.

Will you be doing any Black Friday shopping?

Jess & Jill

Jess & Jill were compensated for this post. Opinions and commentary are of their own.

CHICAGO PREMIUM OUTLETS (SHUTTLE AND ALL!)

The Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora is home to 120 stores offering deals of up to 65% off (including Kate Spade, Theory, and Ferragamo) and is now only a shuttle away!

The Chicago Premium Outlets shuttle!

Provided by Windy City Limousine, this shuttle is offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Union Station, with three different times throughout the day (see here). Round-trip tickets cost $19.99, but taking into account gas and tolls (plus who has the energy to drive after a long day of shopping?), it's totally worth it. We chatted and laughed the whole way, making a day at the mall feel extra VIP. Speaking of VIP, make sure to sign up for their VIP Club (it's free!) for extra discounts and promotions.

We hopped on the shuttle with our gift cards in hand, all c/o the Chicago Premium Outlets, and got us some amazing deals on some early holiday gifts. And maybe some gifts for ourselves too.

Chicago Premium Outlets!

Storefronts and windows of Kate Spade, Theory, and MaxMara.

Jess started her Christmas shopping early this year and grabbed five pieces of children's clothing from Carter's, Gymboree, and OshKosh B'gosh, and two tops from Aeropostale for under $65! A trip back to the outlets is a must to get the most bang for your buck this holiday season!

Jess's finds!

Jill shopped at DKNY, J.Crew, and Banana Republic for under $80! Yes, those are squirrel boxers.

Jill's finds!

The aftermath.

Selfies on the shuttle!

Jess & Jill

Jess & Jill were compensated for this post. Opinions and commentary are their own.

LAST CALL BY NEIMAN MARCUS FRIENDS & FAMILY EVENT

Starting today, Thursday, September 18th, until Monday, September 23rd, stop by Last Call by Neiman Marcus, and you will receive 30% off your entire purchase!

Last Call by Neiman Marcus is the perfect place to steal a deal and shop the latest trends of the season. With top name brands for discounted prices, there are a few (well, more than a few) pieces in our closet that were shopped from there.

Join us in previewing the Friends & Family event and keep an eye out for the latest trends directly from Last Call!

Jess took in the brand new store at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago and it did not disappoint! You're getting all the perks of an outlet, but without the feel of it. No need to scrounge for an item here, you'll want to take home almost every item.

Neiman Marcus Last Call at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago.

Sale starts today!

Women's department.

"Red Alert - The season’s hot and fiery favorite."

"Fur-ocious - Layer it on for instant glamour."

"Leather Looks - Put chic and supple leather on your radar."

"Animal Magnetism - Wild ideas from head to toe."

"Amazing Lace - Add romance with delicate, artistic lace."

"Rock Revival - Moto jackets, studs, and lots more tough-girl chic."

"Get to the Point - This flattering footwear makes a fabulous point."

"Black & White - Dramatic. Classic. Graphic."

So many jewelry options!

My favorite section to shop.

Designer handbags.

Jill went to The Outlet Collection in Jersey Gardens and found some awesome #LCfinds. No surprise there!

The Outlet Collection in Jersey Gardens.

"Purple Reigns - We’re plum crazy about this royal hue."

"Red Alert - The season’s hot and fiery favorite."

"Black & White - Dramatic. Classic. Graphic."

"Leather Looks - Put chic and supple leather on your radar."

"Fur-ocious - Layer it on for instant glamour."

What's your favorite outlet store?

Jess & Jill

Last Call by Neiman Marcus provided Jess & Jill gift cards to shop at the Family & Friends event. Opinions are entirely their own.