If you’re not going to take advantage of this strong Aussie dollar by heading overseas to shop, there’s still a few ways to take advantage of our currency without even leaving your desk. Here’s a few websites I love …
Butterflies collage, rowantreedesign shop at Etsy
www.etsy.com – most of us have visited the “handmade EBay”, but since everything on the site – even Australian stuff – is listed in Aussie dollars, now is a great time to pick up beautiful handmade jewellery, homewares, and clothing.
www.theoutnet.com is a new favourite. Their Flash Sales are really worth a look … and the best bit is the returns policy. If you return something, they’ll refund the lot, including the outbound postage you paid in the first place. Puts your mind at ease when you’re doing online shopping.
www.bhphotovideo.com is the NYC-based camera and electronic geek heaven. Go nuts.
www.20×200.com is a well-known affordable art project based in the States. Today, art there starts at $18.75 Aussie (the $20 selections on the site include artwork and original, limited edition photography) + shipping.
www.1-day.com.au OK, you’re not going to take advantage of a low US dollar here, but I couldn’t resist putting it in, after a hot tip-off from my friend Alex, who spends all day looking for the best internet bargains. On any one day, there’s three great deals on here.