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Spring is here, and it is time to pull out your springtime wardrobe. Men, if you are looking to add a new pair of shoes to your spring collection, check out what Louis Vuitton is offering for Spring/Summer 2010. The luxury fashion house is showcasing a pair of luxurious alligator lace-ups for men. The [...]
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Female savionaires, being a fashionista is so last year. You are now tranquilistas. In Tranquilista: Mastering the Art of Enlightened Work and Mindful Play (New World Library, Paperback, 200 pages, $14.95), author Kimberly Wilson defines what it means to be a tranquilista. It is “a woman who embraces her many sides: spiritual (she’s a [...]
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Black Friday is a month away, but everyone is already discussing the best shopping strategies for gift giving this holiday season. Some Black Friday deals have already leaked on the net. Considering the state of the economy, savionaires have to buy Champagne-caliber gifts on a sparkling wine budget. However, you can still buy a $740 [...]
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How hard is it to make a sundress for taking long walks on the beach? It is not to hard if you follow Christine Haynes’ instructions in Chic & Simple Sewing: Skirts, Dresses, Tops, and Jackets (Potter Craft; Hardcover; 128 pages; $27.50). This ultimate sewing manual offers full-sized patterns to make over 20 fashionable projects. [...]
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Three winters ago, I was going to buy a $5000 Giorgio Armani cashmere coat that was slashed to under $1000. Unfortunately, it was too small for me no matter how hard I tried to squeeze into it. A fellow shopper asked, “Why would you pay that much for a coat when you [...]
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Organic beauty and grooming products, such as the Resculpting Body Gel, can be pricey. However, if you sign up for the manufacturer's Web site newsletter, you will usually receive special offers on its products. I recently received a 20% off offer for the cellulite gel. That made a big difference in price.
Email your money-saving questions, tips, or comments to money@savionaire.com. Put "The Refined Rentier" on the subject line. Disclaimer: Please note that you should consult a financial professional concerning your finances. The information given here is based on personal experience as a savionaire.