For you, getting the hookup comes down to a few simple rules. Not cruising Underground looking for a Chanel “eyewear distributor” named Leroy? Definitely one of the rules.

Not far behind: hawk-eyeing Boutiques Direct.

If eBay and Shopbop had a love child, it would look like this new Atlanta-based site, which sells overstock, sample, and season’s-end inventory from boutiques all over the country. They won’t publicize which ones they source (they’ve got names and price tags to protect, people) but fess up to working with about 40 boutiques at one time. (The list is good. We’ve just been sworn to secrecy.)

Right now, shop Vince shorts, Jacqueline Schnabel sandals, 575 jeans, and Paper Denim & Cloth skirts. The inventory is updated about once a week and (hint, hint) Tuesday is the best day to scope new merch first.

Boutiques Direct’s regular labels include Ya-Ya, Marc Jacobs, and Chip & Pepper at 60-80 percent off, and the useful shop-by-size tool cuts repeat search times.

It’s legit and brilliant. No shady business here.

Available online at boutiquesdirect.com.