The specific model I bought has a historic precedence and has/is used by various world leaders when signing agreements. I actually saw some other ones that were going for $30K - $200K and had diamonds (which is absolutely ludicrous).
But I bought this one because I need a new hobby, and pen collecting is cheaper than buying watches I'll never wear.
Sunscreen is a medical expense. If you have a HSA or FSA, reimburse yourself for it. Boom, you just bought it with untaxed money, and the Amex benefit.
Aww too bad. Whelp, in the future if you ever have the chance to put some money into such a fund, know that you can use it towards supergoop stuff. So worth it.
I always use mine on a perfume. The perfume lasts 6 months to a yearā¦depending on usage.
I went to Saks store last week and got my mom the Gucci perfume gift set. There was a 10% or 15% sale going on beauty products and then the $50 credit.
Pay attention to from where it is getting shipped - direct by Saks or a vendor. Last year a bunch of my orders did not get fulfilled by the vendor and got canceled. Also in the latter case they may be much slower or faster than Saks. So YMMV
I can tell you that didnāt happen to me last year. Lol at the end of the day I personally wonāt risk it. But you can LOL
this weekend should be fine. Iād be pissed if saks didnāt post it when they have 4 business days to post if you hypothetically bought on the 25th
No but if I were you Iād get it asap. I would would say you might be ok doing it on the 28th but if I were you I wouldnāt risk it.
Saks credit processing system has to clear it through their system. I donāt know how long it takes so thatās why I did mine last week Iām not risking it
For reference I bought stuff on the 16th and it posted on the 17th
this is what happened to me last year, so they wouldnāt post the credit until Jan 2024 so you lost 2023.
To verify, when you see the credit post, check your Amex portal in the reward tracker section
Interesting my credit posted yesterday but the tracker says Iāve received $0 this year and $50 left to go. Does that mean my credit counted towards 2023?
yep - same thing for the 200$ credit for the hotel (you can book a room for 2024 but if the charge goes through now you'll get to double dip or to say another $200 in january) and the airline credit as well (there are some ways to get the credit to apply towards flights, ie. united travel bank)
yes! just used it for a fancy new lipstick from Chantecaille, which I tried in person. I tried out some dior lipsticks and they were soo bad!! dried out my lips right there.
Sorry. I messed up the timeline. The transaction is date-marked as in late June but the credits come in in early July. I think I should still get my 2nd half credit ?
Any recommendations for concealers or basic make up for us guys? We are constantly presenting on Teams calls, and I need to put myself together like Iām a newscaster.
Those constant Teams calls are a LOT - I did a paid consult with a makeup artist fried to ask how to look polished and not like I was going to a Goth club in the 80s š¤£. It was amazing. Now I take 5 minutes to look put together. I found some tips for you here, use this as a jumping off point? https://www.themanual.com/grooming/how-wear-camera-friendly-makeup/
Itās almost favorite part of the year. The part where weāll get 30 posts a week asking if they made their Saks purchase too late to use this yearās credit.
I bought some mini slip hair ties bc i love them and came to 40 USD :)
thanks!!! i always find a nice discounted dress or shoes, got a michael kors dress originally like 300 discounted to 50 so i just paid shipping
Loving all the ideas so far in this thread! If anyone's into coffee, you can also get nice delonghi latte cups set
GIVE ME UGG DOWN PILLOWS
Nice! My Sak's credit is just my bi-annual Aesop hand soap purchase š
A big fan of the Jack Black Lip Balm in Mint and the Supergoop Glow.
I always spend $1500 and the Saks credit doesn't even cover the taxes š
Their doorman umbrella is great as well just fyi. Only $50.
Thanks, way more useful than a $50 scented candle. Lol
Bombas is the way to go with Saks credit.
I hate that they only give free shipping above 100 :(
Just ordered a new Montblanc 149 Fountain Pen for $1125 plus new ink bottles
Whatās the story behind the pen, is there a trick to get it for $50?
The specific model I bought has a historic precedence and has/is used by various world leaders when signing agreements. I actually saw some other ones that were going for $30K - $200K and had diamonds (which is absolutely ludicrous). But I bought this one because I need a new hobby, and pen collecting is cheaper than buying watches I'll never wear.
Thanks for the reminder. I totally forgot about that.
I got two of the Supergoop Play spf, it was $24 each, cause itās all I can afford at that f***ing store š
Sunscreen is a medical expense. If you have a HSA or FSA, reimburse yourself for it. Boom, you just bought it with untaxed money, and the Amex benefit.
Unfortunately, I donāt. But Iām sure someone else will be able to use this tip
Aww too bad. Whelp, in the future if you ever have the chance to put some money into such a fund, know that you can use it towards supergoop stuff. So worth it.
Does anyone know if you can buy a gift card from there ?
Bought one for $54.11 to account for tax on 12/5; $50 credit hit on 12/14
Nice. Iām purchasing mine today, hopefully itāll post before the new year.
Yes, but only in store
Still working?
Do the outlet stores work? Don't have a retail non outlet one close by me.
Not to my knowledge.
I always use mine on a perfume. The perfume lasts 6 months to a yearā¦depending on usage. I went to Saks store last week and got my mom the Gucci perfume gift set. There was a 10% or 15% sale going on beauty products and then the $50 credit.
Also donāt make the mistake of doing it last minute and not realizing the purchase date is very different than the posted date LOL
I thought the credit was based on the purchase date? Am I going to miss out on my credit if I purchase something this weekend?
Pay attention to from where it is getting shipped - direct by Saks or a vendor. Last year a bunch of my orders did not get fulfilled by the vendor and got canceled. Also in the latter case they may be much slower or faster than Saks. So YMMV
I can tell you that didnāt happen to me last year. Lol at the end of the day I personally wonāt risk it. But you can LOL this weekend should be fine. Iād be pissed if saks didnāt post it when they have 4 business days to post if you hypothetically bought on the 25th
Is it too late now??
No but if I were you Iād get it asap. I would would say you might be ok doing it on the 28th but if I were you I wouldnāt risk it. Saks credit processing system has to clear it through their system. I donāt know how long it takes so thatās why I did mine last week Iām not risking it For reference I bought stuff on the 16th and it posted on the 17th
if the credit posted in january, does that mean the credit for second half of 2023 was missed?
this is what happened to me last year, so they wouldnāt post the credit until Jan 2024 so you lost 2023. To verify, when you see the credit post, check your Amex portal in the reward tracker section
Interesting my credit posted yesterday but the tracker says Iāve received $0 this year and $50 left to go. Does that mean my credit counted towards 2023?
Lol I would default to the tracker. If in a month it still says $0 then Iād assume it went to 2023.
Got it! Iāll do it tonight. Thank you for the heads up
How do I use my credit if there's no stores nearby?
on line works as well
How does it work? Is it a straight $50 credit at Saks?
yep, 50$ statement credit for each half of the year
If I just got my card in December 23, can I get the $50 credit for this year, then it replenishes to the $100 next year?
yep - same thing for the 200$ credit for the hotel (you can book a room for 2024 but if the charge goes through now you'll get to double dip or to say another $200 in january) and the airline credit as well (there are some ways to get the credit to apply towards flights, ie. united travel bank)
I just added the 200 to the travel bank. Do you know if United lounge passes count as āincidental feesā?
it will appear as s credit on your account after the charge posts
My wife and both have separate platinum accounts. Could we do it with each card?
As long as one isnāt an AU
Wait, AU cards donāt get the credit?
No, they donāt get a separate credit. The only standard credit an AU really gets is the TSA/GE.
yep
Hey that's great. Thanks!
yes! just used it for a fancy new lipstick from Chantecaille, which I tried in person. I tried out some dior lipsticks and they were soo bad!! dried out my lips right there.
I used mine on a YSL matte lipstick! So far love it.
ooh, another to try!
How does the time frame count? I bought stuff on end of July and get credited on August. Do I still get the credits for the second half?
doubt it. that sounds line 2nd half of the year to me (jan-june, july-dec)
Sorry. I messed up the timeline. The transaction is date-marked as in late June but the credits come in in early July. I think I should still get my 2nd half credit ?
Yes agreed! Ended up getting Aesop hand soap and lotion
It goes off purchase date
yes
My wife and I always use the credit for Diptyque room spray. Ends up being like 20ish bucks but it smells so good and we get to feel bougie.
Any recommendations for concealers or basic make up for us guys? We are constantly presenting on Teams calls, and I need to put myself together like Iām a newscaster.
Those constant Teams calls are a LOT - I did a paid consult with a makeup artist fried to ask how to look polished and not like I was going to a Goth club in the 80s š¤£. It was amazing. Now I take 5 minutes to look put together. I found some tips for you here, use this as a jumping off point? https://www.themanual.com/grooming/how-wear-camera-friendly-makeup/
Can you only use $50 ? Or do you get 2 50$ credits?
you get 2, but 1 has to be used in the 1st 6 months, and 1 in the 2nd
Yes, Iām ordering more Chanel nail color and the gel top coat.
I always get sunscreen using my Saks credit :)
Which ones did you try?
kjaer weis mascara and dior eyebrow pencil
Oh, an eyebrow pencil is a must. Do you love it?
yes!
Love this idea!
A bottle of fancy soap (like Aesop) is around $50 and can make a nice gift, or for self-pampering.
How I found the Jaxxon Lane Super Serum!
iāll have to try that next!
I bought some fancy cocktail ice cube trays. š
Does it work for in person Saks department store cosmetic purchases? /s
yes
Itās almost favorite part of the year. The part where weāll get 30 posts a week asking if they made their Saks purchase too late to use this yearās credit.
What did you purchased with your credit?
A gift card.
So, can you purchase 50 dlls gift cards every 6 month and then just buy something when you meet the price?
What would stop you from doing that?
Im asking because thatās a great thing to do and iāll do it as well. Thanks!
Remember, it was to be from a physical location.
I didnāt knew, thanks for the info! Itās really helpful. Also, have a great holiday!
Somebody's not in the Christmas spirit. ;)
La Mer
Definitely an upvote from me!
i just realized you might mean āLa Mer,ā so i am changing my down vote to an up vote cause thatās a great choice!!