Whether you're a student heading back to school or a frugal consumer just looking to upgrade that old, moves-at-a-snail's-pace laptop that's dying a slow death on your desk, figuring out what to look for in a new laptop can be a bit of a chore. The first thing we all have to think of in these tough economic times is budget. It has never been easier to find a quality laptop for less from the top major brands as it is today.

Here are some guidelines regarding what to look for when you're buying a new laptop:

Your mother always told you to wear a fresh pair, so in honor of that glorious creature and as our own little nod to National Underwear Day (surprise!), we here at Savings.com present to you the fabulous Featured Store of the Week: FreshPair.

After nearly a month of wearing your dingy old bikini, maybe it's time for an upgrade. As summer fades into Indian summer, make the most of the remaining sunny days to work on your tan and laze. You have the rest of the year to be pallid and productive. Here's how to rock your sunbathing style of choice, before summer passes you by with a few custom looks to fit your current locale. All the pieces are priced less than $50 with extra discounts to sweeten the pot.

It's the age old (well, couple of years old...) debate: whether to buy a CD or get the download? I'm going to start by saying that to me this is a no-brainer. So if you feel like my argument is one-sided, you're right--it is. If you have the option (I realize not all music comes packaged nowadays and you have to download them) then you should always buy the actual CD.

Here's why...

If you're planning your next trip on a budget, don't rule out international travel just yet. Many hot travel spots can be visited for prices much lower than local resorts and cruises. So, just where does one find such treasures?

Follow these tips to get started.

As we enter into the dog days of August and move ever closer to autumn, we wistfully watch the summer slipping away. One thing I won't miss about July, however, is all the "Christmas in July" promotions. A recent article in the L.A. Times talked about how although it "tisn't the season," Christmas wares were being used to inspire sales and we saw quite an influx of Christmas in July deals here at Savings.com.

Personally, I can't wrap my head around stores playing "Jingle Bells" and "Let it Snow" while it's sunny and 85 degrees outside...

We know you've have been impatiently waiting for this week's Top 10 Deals. We know you've been willing us to search, vote and post faster. We know you can barely contain your squeals of anticipation for your pending online purchases. Yes, we know all of this - all of it, dear fellow-shoppers. So wait no more! We, here at Savings.com salute you with our glorious Top 10 Deals of the Week:

Our favorite blog posts and articles this week span a wide range of topics from the pros and cons of carrying cash to Apple's plan to boost iTunes sales. So, if you're looking for a potpourri of reading delights, you've found it.

So this blog was supposed to be all about The Day of Living Cheaply, aka how to get through a day spending zero dollars. I was even going to test-drive all of my ultra-frugal tips: steal complimentary coffee from a nearby hotel lobby, eat Costco samples for lunch, be a paid audience member for dinner money, etc.

I soon realized that not only am I too lazy to partake in said activities, I have far too much pride. So ended The Day of Living Cheaply.

What is commonly referred to as "Next-Gen" in the video gaming world is the "Current-Gen." We now live in a gaming world dominated by Xbox 360, PS3 and the Nintendo Wii. All of you holding onto the past--well, it's time to let go as the development days are coming to an end for older systems such as the PS2. I'm going to break down what each system has to offer and what to look for to best enhance your overall gaming experience.

Working out can be almost as boring and painful as going to the dentist depending on what you're doing. If you're into lifting weights, you might not enjoy running as much and vice versa. Nintendo came up with a solution that made things a little better for you called Wii Fit. It basically is a video game but you're working out while playing it.

As computers continue to dominate our lives more and more, it makes sense that the next step in the evolution of fitness moves from barbell to joystick.

Gotta stock up on new lotions and potions? Why not score a freebie while you're at it?

The shelf life of most cosmetics is three to four months. With that turn around, you're likely to buy cosmetics and skin care several times a year, and it's not exactly the kind of stuff you want to buy on consignment. Many popular skin care, perfume, and makeup brands seldom have sales, so how can a frugal beauty junkie get the most bang for the buck?

Gifts with purchase, of course! Here's why GWPs are my favorite kind of deal: