Let's start a thread sharing BF deal hunting on RM bags! Last year, I was able to get a Iris Nikki for under $200 and black patent MAC for $80 at Saks (of course last year was sort of special with the economy). My BF stayed a home when I ran out to the mall and scored a couple more bags at 40% off at LB.
So let's talk about where are the deals and what bags you are after...
My recommendation is have someone (likely bf/hubby, well that's if they are not going to best buy..lol) stay at home to get the online deals, but personally go to department stores early in the morning. If you know a good SA.. ask for pre-sale or have them hold the bag for you. You can also do a online chat on saks or
nordstrom to see if the bag you want is in stock and how many in the inventory before you go. If the bag is not in your location, call to see if you can get a charge & send (remember to ask for free shipping if you have saks or bloominy cards).
Online shopping.. you need a computer with high speed internet.. that's the only way you can score deals fast. LB's website was unbelievably slow last year even after the first few hour craziness. same with RM's sale.. (by the way, we are expecting their black friday sale right?)
The bags I am after: Darling (flatiron or wine). Mini Beloved (Any color).. and depending on how good are the price.. maybe mini mini in fun colors or MAC.