Just because your 401 has taken a nosedive doesn't mean you have to tighten the belt on your shopping urges. Sure, rationing your spending is key, but finding amazing treasures for cheap--stuff that makes you feel richer than you really are--can be an even better investment than that IRA account. With our fave cheap thrills this week, you'll get loads of style for not a lot of bank.
1. Vintage Orange Rotary Phone

You can save a bundle by downgrading your Blackberry and going old-school with this Eames'esque gem. Bid here.
2. Vintage Claude Montana Leggings

Well, you just can't put a price on feeling sexy. You can always wear them to bed, too, if the heat gets turned off. Bid here.
3. Vintage Tennessee Williams Paperbacks

If you wanna hide under the covers until after the election, bring these with you. Bid here.
4. Vintage Faux Fur Coat

I know I've sung the praises of vintage leopard prints, but there really is nothing that can make a girl feel like she's got extra money to burn more than an new-old faux fur jacket. Bid here.
5. Vintage Perfume Bottles

Remember, it's all about the illusion of abundance...who cares if you fill these with rose-water or Charlie. Bid here.
6. Vintage Balmain Purse

Classic. You'll have it and use it forever. Bid here.
7. Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue Bank

Park this baby by the front door and, remember, those pennies really add up. Bid here.
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