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Bridesmaid bargains

J. Crew, Nordstrom: Gone are the days of fluff and frills when it comes to bridesmaid dresses, but many still find themselves spending too much on a dress they’ll only wear once. Thankfully, mainstream retailers are now catering to bridesmaid clientele, offering styles any woman would want to wear again. With a little planning, bridal parties can score some great deals. J. Crew has an extensive collection with many beautiful pieces marked down from $250 to $150, and even select styles, sizes and colors for as low as $69. Nordstrom also has gorgeous pieces, like the Donna Morgan chiffon dress for $99, marked down from $158.

See Rock City

Rock City: Georgia’s roadside attraction just outside of Chattanooga, Tenn., is celebrating its 80th anniversary this month. On Monday, Rock City celebrates Founder’s Day and the first 80 people will be able to “See Rock City” for the original ticket price of 25 cents (these days it’s regularly $18.95 for adults).

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Last-minute deals for Mom

Mother’s Day: If you don’t have a gift for Mother’s Day, don’t overspend. Treat mom to a gourmet “homemade” meal in half the time from Half Baked Casseroles and save 10 percent on entrees, sides and desserts through May 31. If she’s got a green thumb, give her a gift that lasts — Pike Nursery will take 20 percent off rose bushes today through Wednesday. Sweeten her day with 20 percent off mani/pedis from Sugarcoat during the month of May or a “Love Box” from Gigi’s Cupcakes Buckhead for $16.99. Mention “Jessica Shops” for all deals. Finally, get personal and pre-load an HP 7-inch Digital Photo Frame, available at Best Buy for $59.99 (regularly $109.99).

On the bright side

Pottery Barn: Get ready for summer nights with new outdoor lanterns from Pottery Barn during the store’s Summer Lantern Event. They are all marked 20 percent off through Tuesday.

A stylish discount

Stylish Consignments: One of my favorite consignment boutiques, Stylish Consignments …

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Style your home

Currey & Company: One of Atlanta’s best-kept secrets is Currey & Company, a wholesale manufacturer of distinctive home furnishings. Chandeliers can retail for well over $1,000 and lamps for upward of $800. But today marks the beginning of a rare Manufacturer’s Clearance Sale, where thousands of items including overstocks, samples, seconds, unique and one-of-a-kind items will be liquidated at 60 percent to 80 percent off retail prices. The sale runs 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Currey & Company, 6340 Best Friend Road, Suite 100, Norcross.

Whip it good

GiftWhip.com: This is a free virtual gift wrapping service that works with online stores such as Amazon, Best Buy, Macy’s, Target, Walmart and more. Design and personalize a wrapping and this service will digitally deliver the present, complete with a peek-proof date and time for unwrapping. GiftWhip.com is a new service and it might not be free forever, so have fun with it.

Artisan jewels

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Runway looks go mainstream

Macy’s, H&M, Target, Forever 21: Many retailers are incorporating top designer and celebrity inspiration to create affordable, accessible versions of runway looks. Most recently, Macy’s unveiled an Alberta Feretti collection, priced $49-$119 (her runway designs run $400-$2,500 and up). Check out the orange one-shoulder dress ($99) that’s a similar look to a red carpet version worn by Kelly Rowland. H&M also just debuted a new collection of sustainable red carpet dresses ($60-$299), already being worn by starlets like Michelle Williams. Other popular recent capsules include Jason Wu for Target ($18-$120) and Rory Beca for Forever 21 ($6-$32). These items sell out quickly and availability is subject to change.

Deals for kids

Carters: Spring has sprung and so have deals for little ones. Shop online at and use coupon code BLOSSOM to get 20 percent off orders of $40 or more through May 1. Check out their new “Little Safari” line for adventurous colors, …

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Find your online personal shopper

Shopittome.com: No time to shop? Let me introduce you to your own personal, online shopper, Shopittome.com. You’ll be asked a few questions such as your sizes, favorite brands and budget preferences. Then, sit back and watch as the deals are sent straight to your inbox. Choose from more than 700 brands such as BCBG, Victoria’s Secret, Dolce & Gabbana and more. The day I signed up, I immediately received items I love at up to 60 percent off. Examples include a pair of Guess gold gladiator sandals, a pair of 7 for All Mankind black skinny pants (retail $168, now $64) and a French Connection jumpsuit (retail $248, now $99).

Save and support

OKA b. Footwear: The Georgia company, which manufactures comfy and eco-friendly flip-flops, ballet flats and slides, is involved with the American Cancer Society to benefit this year’s Relay for Life. Save 15 percent off a pair of OKA b. shoes online, plus $10 from every order will go directly to support …

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Dance for savings

Prom deals: You don’t have to overspend to make prom memorable. First stop for the girls: Cinderella’s Closet in Lilburn. You’ll find of the largest selections of prom dresses, shoes and accessories in the Southeast. Clearance options are as low as $50. For hair and makeup, grab 30 percent off at Blo Beauty Bar, 20 percent off at Kimberly Mack Studio, 10 percent off at Balance Salon, 20 percent off at Authentic Beauty, 30 percent off a mani/pedi at Spa Sentio and $15 off at Siggers Hairdressers, all just by mentioning Jessica Shops. Finally, for the guys, use code H2S at any Here to Serve restaurant to make reservations and get access to $40 off tuxes from SAVVI Formalwear, 10 percent off from Fur Bus, $50 off from Atlantic Limo and more.

Rock-bottom prices, top fashion

Meringue: The high-fashion Virginia-Highland boutique is filled with clothing, shoes and accessories from top-trending brands such as Bailey 44, JBrand, Dolce Vita and more. The shop …

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Timeless fashion

Rice and Beans: Combine vintage shopping with modern online convenience and you’ll get Rice and Beans, my new discovery for clothing, shoes and accessories. Find collectible items for the vintage lover or a one-of-a-kind piece for yourself from a range of designer options including Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and Missoni. My picks include a 1970’s gold metal choker with rock charms for $35, a Marc Jacobs backless sweater for $100 (so timeless) and a Chanel pale pink logo cuff ($475, pictured). Use lowercase code jessicashops for 15 percent off until April 19.

Spring dress deal

Old Navy: Just in time for spring and Easter festivities, Old Navy has all dresses on sale. Girls dresses start at $10, and women’s dresses start at $15. Choose from maxi dresses, pretty prints, frilly florals, jersey styles, little black dresses and more. Sale ends April 8.

Caribbean care

Caribbean Solutions: It’s warming up, so why not prep winter skin naturally for summer with …

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A material world

Material Girl at Macy’s: Wild prints are hot this spring and leave it to Madonna to lead the pack on this trend. She and daughter Lourdes have made another splash with the latest from their popular Material Girl line, exclusive to Macy’s, both in store and online. Now many of these coveted items are finally starting to go on sale. My favorite pieces are the bright, colorful tops in feminine fabrics. The dolman printed chiffon top was $30, now just $20.99. The Fringe Ikat Print top retails at $26 and is now $19.99 and the tribal print tiered zippered tank was $28 and is now $19.99. Prices subject to change.

Ready, set, style

Blowouts & Bubbly: Mark your calendars for the next Blowouts & Bubbly event on April 20 at Dragonfly the Salon, where guests will enjoy creative cocktails and nibbles while top stylists provide blow outs and styling tips for $10 (regularly $50 and up). Spots are limited to 25 guests and must be booked ahead of time. Guests must share the …

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Learn the moves for fun and fitness

Dance Trance Fitness: Bikini season is around the corner, and Atlanta’s newest trend in fitness will leave you sweating, smiling and svelte. Dance Trance Fitness is now open in Buckhead and offers high-cardio classes designed to combine fitness with dance. Enjoy a mix of music video-style choreography with aerobics to create a mash-up of edge and exercise. It’s fun for experts or beginners. Get a five-class pass for $20 by mentioning Jessica Shops, or score some dance gear at 20 percent off with code “jessicashops” by shopping online. Dance Trance Fitness at The City Club of Buckhead, 3343 Peachtree Road, Buckhead.

Eat better, shop smarter

eMeals.com: I recently discovered eMeals.com, but the company has been doing online meal planning since 2003. The eMeals.com team constructs more than 30 meal plans and grocery lists every week based on dietary preferences, as well as current sales and seasonal specials at selected grocery stores. Dinner …

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Step into a steal

Ann Roth Shoes: Once upon a time, a broken dance shoe led Ann Roth to create her own line of shoes and accessories. Now, the shoes by the actress-turned-designer are sold in stores and online. These styles are truly boutique in nature but have a high-fashion feel. I am so impressed with the quality and uniqueness; each shoe and bag is like a work of art. My personal pick for spring is the Hotsy Totsy suede tassel heel that goes with everything ($340). This charming line gets even sweeter with a 40 percent sitewide discount just for Atlanta Bargain Hunter readers today through March 29. Use code JESSICASHOPS at step two during the checkout process.

Whip up something cute for less

Whipstitch Fabrics: The Atlanta fabric shop and sewing lounge is my favorite new way to get creative while learning or sharpening a useful skill. Classes and workshops for adults and kids cover topics such as the basics or belts and accessories and range from $55-$250 per class. …

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