How To Bag a Birkin for $1; Gap Goes 50% Off

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ONLINE SHOPPING— Today, Heritage Auctions, the largest collectibles auctioneer and third largest auction house in the world, has launched Heritage Vintage. Big deal: it's a weekly online sales of vintage designer pieces where everything starts at $1. Bigger deal: There will be at least one Hermés Birkin or Kelly bag in every auction. Stay tuned for bags from Chanel, Bottega, and Balenciaga, among others. [Racked Inbox]

ONLINE SHOPPING— Gap's Spring Sale kicked off today and promises to dress man, woman, and child for up to 50% off. Prices are already marked, so grab some light sweaters for the seasonal transition period for $24.99 (down from $49.99) or basic tanks for $9.99 (down from $19.99) while the store's still stocked. [Racked Inbox]