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My inbox is bursting with emails about Labor Day weekend sales, HBU?
And while I’ve never met a sale I didn’t like, I’ve also gotten pretty good at scrolling past them. A discount is a discount but I don’t NEED to do any more shopping unless it’s for something specific—and right now, I’m not in the market for anything new. But every once in a while, a sale does come along that makes me sit up and pay attention, and this one from Olivela is it.
Olivela is basically a one-stop shop for designer fashion, with everything from ready-to-wear and evening pieces to gowns, fine jewelry, and more. What really sets it apart from your average designer destination is that every purchase gives back. Twenty percent of net proceeds from every order goes directly to one of 30+ partner causes, and you get to choose which one. From supporting childhood education to protecting endangered species, it’s a pretty great way to shop with a little more intention! And since September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Olivela’s partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital makes this particular sale feel even more meaningful.
Plus, here’s another nudge. Now through September 8 at 11:59PM, Olivela is offering $150 off every $600 you spend. Even if you don’t need to go shopping, this is a great reason to grab something that’s been sitting on your waitlist.
Here are 7 pieces I’m currently eyeing!
Mestiza Bijou Abstract Twill Chain Halter Gown ($595)
OK, remember when I said I didn’t need to go shopping? Technically, I lied. My brother is getting married at the end of the month, and while I sort of already have my dresses picked out for the various dinners and events, this one is so fabulous that I’m seriously considering making room for one more.
It’s the perfect mix of elegant and effortless for a wedding at a beachside country club, and I’m especially loving that gold-tone chain halter and abstract print, both of which feel extra special. It also falls right around that $600 sweet spot, meaning you can get $150 off with Olivela’s Labor Day sale.
Stuart Weitzman Tieland Stretch-Suede Over-the-Knee Boot ($798)
Gahhhh, I am literally drooling over these boots! You could be wearing a potato sack with these on and somehow still look like a million bucks.
The sleek over-the-knee silhouette, black stretch suede, and little tie-back detail will instantly elevate whatever you’re wearing—and unlike a trendier pair, I can see myself pulling these out year after year. Because if you’re going to invest in one pair of boots, you should make it a pair you’ll still be excited to wear years from now.
If an $800 pair of boots isn’t in the budget right now (fair), these $200 earrings are a much easier way to get that wow factor. I love that they’re basically a more unexpected take on the classic statement hoop.
The irregular, organic shapes make them feel cool and distinctive without being so out there that you won’t want to wear them all the time. As a bonus, you’ll probably be the only person in the room wearing them.
Manar Laktineh Al Tair Fringed Crystal Shoulder Bag ($1,100)
You know who would wear this bag? An It girl. And that It girl could be you.
Named for the twelfth-brightest star in the sky, the Al Tair bag lives up to its celestial namesake. Seriously, it’s not your average evening accessory! Between the shimmering crystal embellishments, dimensional fringe, and abstract shape, people are going to be complimenting you on it all night. It’s also not tied to any one particular trend, so you can pull it out for weddings, galas, holiday parties, and any occasion that calls for something extra. It’s a splurge at over $1000, but remember that you’re getting $150 off with Olivela’s sale.
3.1 Phillip Lim Alexa Leather Chelsea Boot ($550)
I don’t currently own any Chelsea boots, but maybe it’s time to change that? Timeless, versatile, and forever cool, you really can’t go wrong with a pair.
This version by 3.1 Phillip Lim features the classic lace-free pull-on design (sleek! functional!), plus a squared toe and chunky block heel that give them a little utilitarian edge. They’ll look just as good with jeans as they will with dresses…and OK, I think I just convinced myself.
Helmut Lang Stretch Jersey Twisted Drape Dress ($398)
This dress is making me rethink what “office appropriate” can look like. The black stretch jersey gives you plenty of coverage for chilly days, but the twisted draping and asymmetric hem make it feel anything but boring. It’s somehow polished, sexy and a little architectural all at once?
Keep it in rotation for client events, dinners, date nights, nights out with your girls…honestly, whatever you feel like! At $398, it’s one of the more accessible picks on this list.
Azeeza Cirrus Silk Charmeuse Belted Gown ($1,595)
I die for this gown. The drape! The fit! That magenta color! Everything about it is so, so good—and that sash-like belt wrapping around the waist makes the whole silhouette incredibly flattering. It has a plunging neckline and thigh-high slit, so it’s definitely making a statement, but it still feels elegant.
Where are you going to wear it? Honestly, it doesn’t matter yet. You’ll figure it out. A dress this pretty deserves to be in your closet, and at $1,595, Olivela’s sale will knock $300 off your purchase.
So much for saying I don’t need to go shopping. The right sale and a few very good reasons to treat yourself can be pretty convincing.
Now through September 8, shop at Olivela and get $150 off every $600 you spend—all for a great cause!
The editors at SheFinds wrote this post on behalf of Olivela and received compensation as part of our agreement.
