My Donna Rico Dress from Nordstroms

Hello Divas!

I hope life is treating you good.  Always take time to pamper yourself no matter what!

I have a huge love affair with dresses. I love wearing dresses.  They make me feel pretty and feminine. I am always shopping for dresses at Department and discount stores.  Furthermore, if you buy a dress, it is one outfit and you don't have to worry about finding a shirt to match a skirt or trousers.  Dresses are just simple like that.

Before my Blogher trip, I went to Nordstroms to find a cute dress on sale.  I needed a professional but cute dress for my speech.  Essentially I needed a day dress that could also work as an evening cocktail dress.  Well I found the perfect dress by Donna Rico.  I love this dress so much, I have since given two more speeches/presentations and I have worn this dress to both.  I think of it as my lucky presentation dress. LOL!

Here is a pic of me in the dress.

This dress is made of stretch sateen cotton.  It has tight cap sleeves and the bodice fits snug but not overly tight.  It is heavily lined and I love that.  I always feel like I am getting more quality if the dress is lined properly.  The dress is sturdy and can be worn to work with classic black pumps or for dinner and cocktails with high-heeled sandals.  Plus I love the floral print.  There is nothing like a well tailored floral print dress.  This dress reminds me of the classic dresses women wore in the 50s and 60s when wearing dresses, pumps, and pearls was an everyday occurrence. Classic.

This is my new favorite dress and I can't wait to purchase my next Donna Rico creation.  As a matter of fact, I have to have this classic floral print one pocket day dress. The boat neck and fitted bodice is insane!  So me!

Donna Rico prides herself in being a classic dress maker and designs dresses she feels will make women look good and feel good about themselves.  You can find Donna Rico dresses here or at any Nordstroms. Also I did find my dress on sale at Nordstroms.  Donna Rico dresses retail for around $108, and I purchased mine for $68.   She is also having a sale online here.

Toodles!

Fun Fridays!: American Apparel Flea Market

Hello Divas!

I know I did not post as much as I usually do this week because I was on vacay with the kids and it is nearly impossible to do anything with two small kids. Fun for them. Work for me. But it was a beach vacay and yall know how much I love the beach!

Anyhoo, I don't know if you guys heard, but American Apparel is having huge Flea Markets in various countries and cities selling their best selling items for as low as $1! $1!  Prices are up to 85% off! Woot!  The American Apparel Flea Market is coming to Atlanta today and Saturday at Atlantic Station.  They have a Facebook Fan Page where you can RSVP for the sale.  Also there is no need to rush or get there early on be the first in line.  American Apparel will continually replenish items all day long.  In addition, visit their Facebook Fan Page and let them know what are your favorite American Apparel items and they will make every effort to make sure they are in stock!  I am just giddy!  I can't wait to stock up on leggings and fitted tees.

The information is as follows:

American Apparel Flea Market
Atlantic Station
20th & Fowler
Atlanta, GA 30363
(Map of Location - http://twitpic.com/1tn9xc )

Friday, June 11th 10:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday, June 12th 10:00am - 8:00pm

Free admission
Cash, credit, and debit accepted
Music from DJ Smiles June 11th 2-6 pm & June 12th 1-5 pm

See you there!

Toodles!

Bath and Body Works- Hello, Yellow Sale!

Bath & Body Works is currently having their semi-annual sale. Each January, I go there to stock on my favorite staple items- their soaps and lotions! For almost 10 years, I have been a fan of their scents- which is now called their Classics. They truly are!

Country Apple, Sun-ripened Raspberry, Freesia (which is now called Sheer Freesia)!

I had all of these fragrances in their body lotion, body spray and shower gel..
What were your favorites and what did you get at their Hello, Yellow sale?

Bath & Body Works have been growing and expanded their product lines- they now sell Candles, Spa & Aromatherapy, Face & Hair products, etc.



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Fun Fridays! Sales and Events!

Hello Divas!

I hope you are having a fabulous Friday!

Today I am speaking at the 2nd International Conference of Fashion Incubators taking place in Atlanta at the W Buckhead. I will discuss how fashion designers can use social media to get their product to their target audience. Yep..I guess I am a social media expert now. LOL! I am looking forward to it and I know it will be tons of fun. Plus I get a chance to meet new and emerging fashion designers, which I absolutely love!

Curltopia, one of my favorite natural hair care salons, is having a mega sale on Miss Jessie's Hair Products. Starting November 27 through December 31st, all Miss Jessie's products are buy one get one free! As you know, I am in love with the Baby Buttercream. It works wonders on luxe baby's hair! I am buying enough Baby Buttercream to last a year! I am so excited! You can take advantage of this sale online here or visit their salon located in Smyrna, GA.

Have a beautiful weekend Divas!

Toodles!

I Need This in My Life: Christian Louboutin Pumps!

Hello Divas!

I hope your Tuesday is full of possibilities and excitement!

After reading my blog, I am sure many of you know about my Christian Louboutin obsession. Purchasing a pair is actually one of my personal goals this year. Believe me I am working hard towards that goal! LOL! These shoes are a work of art. The quality is outstanding and in my humble opinion, they make all woman look tall and beautiful. A must for any Diva!

Toodles!

Michael Kors Sample Sale in NYC March 19-21

The Michael Kors sample sale with up to 75% off the women's collection.

To attend the sample sale on Thursday, March 19 you must RSVP to events@michaelkors.com


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Cole Haan 30% off Sale Items & Free Shipping!

Celebrate Spring in style!
I got this in my inbox a while ago and I thought I would share this with my readers. This is a great deal- 30% off and free shipping- especially if you have been wanting to try their Nike Air shoes! My sources tell me they are also very comfortable :)

To see a sampling of their shoes...

Aren't they gorgeous?


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Nordstroms' Shoe Clearance Sale!

Hello Divas!

I hope you are having a truly fab day! Nordstrom is currently having a clearance sale on select women, men, and kids shoes. The sales includes flats, athletic wear, boots, sandles, pumps and more! The sale is available on-line and in store. Luxe baby and I are going to visit Nordstrom to check out a few pair of shoes. Here are our top picks:

These Matisse Sioux Boots were $198.95. They are now $118.00. I so want these boots! I love the height, color and of course the fringe! FAB!

I love these Betsy Johnson suede pumps! The feminine details like the bow and scalloped edges are too cute! They are now only $97.00!


I have put out an APB that I am looking for red patent leather shoes for luxe baby. Well Nordstroms has a pair....ON SALE! These Nordstrom's Trudy Mary Janes were $34.95. Now they are only $19.90! Woot!

Deals/Discounts This Weekend

To celebrate Valentine's Day AND President's Day this long weekend, there are some special free shipping offers.

1)Clinique is offering FREE Shipping all weekend long from Friday, February 13 — Monday, February 16. Use the code: WEEKEND*


2)Martin & Osa is also offering FREE Shipping until Monday, February 16. No Code needed! They used to offer free shipping and free returns but they had started to charge for shipping under orders of ~$125 I believe. So take advantage of this now!!

3)Bobbi Brown Cosmetics is offering free shipping until TONIGHT, Friday, February 13(midnight ET). Use the code: SPARKLE (They say one-time use only) so whoever uses it first, congratulations! :)

4)Eyes Lips Face (e.l.f.) is offering 50% off their MINERALS. Use the code: MINERALHALF on orders over $25. See my ELF brushes order here!


*Offer valid until 11:59 PM (EST) Monday, February 16, 2009. Offer valid on orders shipped via Standard Shipping only. Offer available to U.S. residents only. Promotional offers and discounts may not be applied to the purchase of clinique.com eGift Cards. The value of clinique.com eGift Cards purchases are not used to determine promotional thresholds. Offer applies to authorized purchases. Only authorized orders will be processed and shipped. We reserve the right to cancel any order due to unauthorized, altered, or ineligible use of offer and to modify or cancel this promotion due to system error or unforeseen problems.


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H&M 20% off coupon

From now until February 13, H&M is offering a 20% off coupon on a single item. To get yours, go here.



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Kenneth Cole 43% off- Today Only!

Get 43% off @ Kenneth Cole today to celebrate the Super Bowl Sunday 2009!

Get Free Shipping with $100+ purchases.


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30% off New Arrivals for Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy

Hurry! This offer ends January 25, 2009.

For complete details and restrictions..

*Offer valid January 23, 2009 at 12:00 am ET through January 25, 2009 at 11:59 pm ET online only in the US (including Puerto Rico). Not valid on Piperlime merchandise or at Old Navy, Gap or Banana Republic stores, or at Gap Outlet or Banana Republic Factory Stores. Not valid on Gap (PRODUCT) RED™, Junk Food™, Converse®, Robeez®, Medela®, Charm It!, or babyGap home merchandise (bedding, blankets, strollers, car seats, high chairs, diaper bags, toys, books, nursery décor, dishware, bath accessories, nursing accessories, bibs, and skincare). 30% discount offer applies to New Arrivals merchandise only. $150 qualifying amount applies to merchandise only excluding Giftcards, packaging, applicable taxes, and shipping & handling charges. Free ship offer valid only on standard shipping to your order's first ship to address anywhere in the U.S. only (including Puerto Rico). If you choose express or next day shipping options additional charges will apply. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts including Gap Inc. employee discount. Offer is nontransferable and not valid for cash or cash equivalent. No adjustments on previous purchases. Offer subject to change without notice.

75% off e.l.f. Minerals

For 2 Hours only on Monday January 12 from 4-6pm, you can get 75% off e.l.f. mineral products. Use code: MINERAL75

I really hope that I can get this tomorrow!!

This post is a prelude to an upcoming post on e.l.f.'s cosmetics (aka Eyes Lips Face) email marketing but I just couldn't wait to share this with you guys!

Happy Shopping @ http://www.eyeslipsface.com

Fun Fridays! Beauty Rest and Benefit Cosmetics Sale

Hello Divas!

I hope you are having an outstanding Friday! Divas today I must confess that I am exhausted! I had a very stressful demanding week. So I am taking the day off to get some beauty rest. As I was told by Jackie Silver of AgingBackwards, the best defense against aging and particularly puffy or baggy eyes is proper sleep and rest. Do you ever wonder why after a vacation, under eye bags disappear and your wrinkles appear less visible? Because you allowed yourself to relax and get much needed rest. So ladies we all need to make a commitment to get at least 8 hours of sleep in 09. I am going to start with 6 hours and work my way up. lol!


Also Benefit Cosmetics is having an additional 15% off sale on select items. As you guys know, I am a HUGE fan of Benefit Cosmetics! So I urge you to take advantage of their sale and get some of their must have items! Just enter Enter code JANUSALE at checkout. Offer valid 1.9.09 thru 1.12.09.

Toodles!

Updated- 70% off Post Holiday Sales

So I got in my Inbox this morning emails about After Holiday Sales and it seems like they are all had the magic number- 70% off.

As part of their email marketing campaigns, they have to have catchy email subject lines and images. Did these get your attention?

See for yourself:

Calvin Klein: Clearance - Now up to 70% off
Tommy Hilfiger: Save up to 70% OFF + Special Offer



Bluefly: Last Day! Designer Sale - NOW UP TO 70% OFF + Extra 25% Off Coat
Ralph Lauren Polo: Winter Sale - Up To 70% OFF, Plus Home White Sale



Source:their emails
*Updated
Here are a few more retailers with an up to 70% off sale..

Source: Their emails


To start shopping...

Bluefly @ www.bluefly.com
Calvin Klein @ www.calvinklein.com
Ralph Lauren @ www.ralphlauren.com
Tommy Hilfiger @ www.shoptommy.com

Sephora Sale -On Front Page!

In my 5+ years of visiting Sephora's website, I have never seen their Sale section so blatantly advertised. In fact, the only way I can find their sale section is to literally type "sale" in the search box. It's not exactly their thing to have a "Sale" section as one of their categories. So when I checked their website this morning, I was very surprised to see this:


source: www.sephora.com

Although I have seen this page before, it is now easy for everyone to find their sale section..until they take this ad down of course. They had the usual brands on sale, Vincent Longo, their own Sephora brand, Pop Beauty, and also a relatively new line, on10 cosmetics. Their products are exclusively sold on Sephora and specialize in vintage-style lip balms. They have flavors such as 7-Up, Hersheys, Wrigley's DoubleMint, Disney White Tea, and Schweppes! Most of these lipbalms were originally priced at $9 and are now $6.30!

I even saw some Cargo lip glosses on sale :)


To see my Sephora Beauty Sale picks...
The Vincent Longo Amalfi Dream collecion $29 (Originally $58)



This gorgeous set includes an 0.14 oz Eye Shimmer Soufflé in Lily Mist (iced pink), 0.14 oz Eyeshadow Trio in Orbit Dusk (white/ taupe/ silver taupe), 0.24 oz Perfect Shine Lip Gloss in Amalfi Dream (peach), 0.064 oz Duo Lip Pencil in Passion/Soft Pink (rosy mauve/ icy pink), 0.12 oz Velvet Riche Lipstick in Sexy Lady (lavender pink), and a sample of The Curl Mascara (black).

on10 Schweppes Gold Medal set $26.60 (Originally $38)



This set of lip balm includes the following flavors: Orange, Black Cherry Seltzer, Lime, Tonic Water, Raspberry Ginger Ale, Sarsaparilla, Cider, Peach, Grape Ginger Ale.

Hearst Magazines are just $5

I received this exclusive deal in my email, since I am a Hearst reader. Although new subscriptions to these magazines apply to new subscribers only, I may take up on their offer and try a new subscription. Who doesn't love reading new magazines? (I do! I do!)



You can get a year subscription for most Hearst Magazines, including Cosmpolitan,Harpers BAZAAR, Marie Claire, and many others, during their holiday sale for only $5!!

To start ordering....
Go here: https://subscribe.hearstmags.com/subscribe/veranda/21048

Tommy Hilfiger Designer Warehouse Sale- Up to 80% off!

Tommy Hilfiger is having a designer warehouse sale for the Fall/Winter 2008 Collection in Secaucus, NJ. I went there when it opened right before Thanksgiving and I have to say that it is nothing like the regular Outlet stores. All the clothes were in racks and the store atmosphere inside felt a bit dreary. Nonetheless, they had some great outerwear jackets in peacoat and puffy styles for only $50. They also had lots and lots of denim jeans for women and men for only $25. Their selection in skirts were not plenty, but I was lucky to get this.... Their Womens Reed Skirt. It's a cute holiday bubble skirt that I can wear this season :) According to the site, it has a tweed pattern and a waist belt with front tie. It's made of 59% wool, 20% polyamide, 11% silk, 1% lycra. What a great find!!

Hard Candy cosmetics- 75% off!

Found this delicious find yesterday.. everything on the HardCandy website is 75% off! I remember Sephora used to carry their line because I had wanted to get one of their makeup palettes a few years ago, but sadly they don't carry the line anymore. I did find an archived page of HardCandy at Sephora by doing a quick search online. And if they do, everything is sold out..

To see what products that I caught my eye from HardCandy..


The Secret Stash Makeup Kit includes 4 lip glosses, 4 eye shadows, a bronzer and a mattifying powder. All this for only $5.50 (original price is $22) !! It's a great bargain and shipping and handling is only $5 for orders up to $50. You can purchase the Hard Candy Secret Stash Makeup Kit here.




The MixTape is also a trio palette with 3 eyeshadow shades and 3 lipglosses! Very cute and handy to take with you...

Kate Spade- Private Sale!

Source: www.katespade.com

Shhh! There's a private sale going on at Kate Spade online and it ends Nov 14!

Their sale includes clothing, handbags, and shoes!

Check it out at... Go to: Kate Spade Sample Sale 2008