February 29th doesn't happen every year. So to celebrate the gift of an extra day, many of Girlawhirl's favorite stores are giving something away - great sales and discounts! And on this special treat of a day, Girlawhirl's decided to treat herself to something special…
Leap Year Sales:
• shopshebang.com: Save 15% TODAY ONLY on great bags and jewelry perfect for a night on the town. Enter code leapyear at checkout.
• nordstrom.com: MARC BY MARC JACOBS Trunk Show. Ends Today!
• jcrew.com: Take an additional 20% of final sales. Offer ends 10 p.m. ET, today, no code needed, but sales are final - no returns.
• shoes.com: Three day sale! Ends Mach 2nd.
• origins.com: Receive 3 complimentary samples, with any purchase, TODAY ONLY while supplies last.
And Girlawhirl couldn't help but mention what some of her other favorite stores are doing to help her save money as she gears up for spring right now:
• bananarepublic.com: Spend $125 and save 15%. Enter BRSAVE at checkout through March 1st.
• macys.com: Save up to 75%, and an extra 40% on clearance items, at the Buy Bye Sale AND Spend $100 on shoes and save 50% off a second qualifying pair through March 2nd.
• esprit.com: save 10% on items through March 31st. Use code esp12 at checkout.
• bodenusa.com: Save 10% and receive free shipping and free returns.
And don't forget gaiam.com's special deal for girlawhirl.com readers: Receive Free Shipping on your order of $40 or more through March 31st when you use code AFJD at checkout.

photos courtesy of shebang.com