Shabby Apple Giveaway!!!

As we approach summer, women everywhere have quickly shedded their winter duds, and traded them in for lighter clothing . However, what I am finding out, as I chat with my girlfriends via email, text, or Twitter (oh, the pitfalls of technology), is that they are having trouble finding practical and stylish, yet affordable clothes to wear as the seasons transition. Sometimes all we want in an outfit is instant glam without all the fuss, especially all of you career women out there! When frumpy just won't do....


Please check out The Shabby Apple, to discover wonderful vintage-inspired women's dresses and skirts. This fabulous online clothing boutique was founded by Emily & CK who aim to deliver practical and comfy, yet stylish clothing that can transition from the office during the day, into fun-filled summer nights on the town. I just adore the "Adelaide", a blue pencil bow skirt, which pays homage to a similar style worn in the 1940's. What I like about this garment is that it promises to accentuate curves, and is versatile to many body types. Please take a bite out of The Shabby Apple's delicious website and get 10% off if you mention the "stylebuffet10off" code, which expires 30 days from the date of this post.

By the way, "Adelaide" is up for grabs in a very exciting giveaway! Simply comment on my post and you are eligible to win! Only US residents could enter.
 
 
Photo: Adelaide Pencil Bow Skirt

Got A Table Pad? Enter Contest To Win

Who says being a fashionista means that your furniture gets neglected? Remember, fashion is anything that is popular at a given moment, which means that that could be anything from "white" sportscars  to "earth toned" furniture. And, speaking of furniture, have you ever had table tops in your home become damaged from wear and tear, or applying hot objects to them? Well, Wholesale Furniture Brokers are giving away a free table pad, which has been manufactured by the Ohio Table Pad Company, who also makes dining table pads. To enter the giveaway, click on this Table Pad Giveaway link for more details. Hurry, because the deadline for the contest is February 28, 2001.
So enter, and get a chance to win a table pad to protect your fabulous yet fashionable furniture!

Photo: Table Pad

Why I Love My Reebok Zigs

As a self-professed "girly girl", I usually prefer my heels, pumps, and ballet flats over a pair of sneakers. I always felt that they belong in a gym class, and not as part of my everyday wardrobe. However, when I was chosen to help Reebok backstage at their corporate fashion show last September, fate (and the Reebok company discount) connected me with a wonderful pair of sneakers with the Zig Tech design. Not only are they pleasing to the eye, but they are very comfortable! It is almost like I am walking on cushions. These sneakers come in a brilliant variety of colors, for Men, Women, and Children. The Zig Zag design allows for shock absorption so feet don't bear the brunt of walking on concrete, exercise, or standing for long periods of time. Not to mention I adore the girly pink-purple ones I scored from the corporate store, which makes me feel like I am wearing a pair of heels, without the painful scraping and toe-scrunching. But wait? Who said I would have to give up my heels anyway?

Price: $99.98

Tightly Laced Kicks 10.10.10.

I attended Tighly Laced Kicks 10.10.10, which was a sneaker exhibit of rare, and limited edition sneakers.

Alex Saavedra spear-headed this event, asking sneaker enthusiasts in the Greater Boston Area to submit their rarest, most eccentric sneaks. There was also some graffiti art on display, and some local talent performed that night.

As you can see, a man can be just as serious about his sneaker game, as a woman can be about her shoes! I never imagined sneakers could be so polished and sophisticated, viewing them as casual, and laid back, but these sneakers are so elaborate in design they are far from that!

 

Some of these sneakers are discontinued, special edition, or came in limited colors and sizes. Exclusivity is the name of the game; the rarer the sneaker is, the more valuable it can be! High demand could drive these sneaker prices through the roof! These sneakers came in amazing, vibrant colors, and were in mint condition. Who knew sneakers could be seen as pieces of art?

 

ARTWORK





It was amazing how artwork was incorporated into this sneaker exhibit! Sneakers, artwork, and performances worked together harmoniously to pay homage to the world of Hip Hop locally, and abroad.


 

 

What are your favorite sneaker brands?

Happy Birthday to Me!! My First Photo Post

I decided to treat myself to a photoshoot for my birthday, which was 10/10/2010, and to finally showcase some of my own outfits to my readers. Sequins, which is one of my favorite trends, is the theme I chose to wear on my birthday. To me, they represent Sophistication, glamour and celebration.

Here, I am wearing a sequined top and liquid leggings from H&M, and shoes from StellaBlu.

These strappy leather sandals are in the Jessica Simpson Collection. Don't sleep on her shoes, they are not only affordable, wearable and stylish, but also they exude her own style.

This multi-colored sequined jacket is one of my favorite pieces. I got it from H&M last year and I am impressed with the quality of the stitch-work for the price I paid for the jacket ($49.95). I wore red lipstick and nails as a fun contrast against this wonderfully colored jacket and black pants.

Thanks to my wonderful photographer George, for the amazing pictures!

Get Ready for Black Friday with Overstock.Com!!

What is Black Friday?                                        

Black Friday marks the beginning of the Christmas Holiday season, and usually falls on the day after Thanksgiving. This is the perfect opportunity to go out to the stores and take advantage of sales and other discounts offered during this time. However, while a wonderful opportunity, it could also mean long lines on the highways as well as at shopping malls and department stores. What a big inconvenience!




Therefore, some customers have taken other measures to get their Black Friday shopping done, and thanks to retail and technological advancements, people can opt to shop at home on their computers, lap tops and even cell phones! When shopping online, there are no long lines, power struggles in the parking lot, and shopping in your pajamas won't get you stares and glares.



This is where Overstock.Com can help! An online super-retailer, Overstock.Com has an extensive variety of brand name goods that you can purchase at bargain prices, such as furniture, sunglasses, and beautiful, exotic handcrafted jewelry. Why stand in line for good deals? With Overstock.com, you can take advantage of Black Friday Sales and get quality at a low price.

Stuff Magazine's Own Erica Corsano Will Teach Class on Fashion Writing!!!

Got an interest in fashion writing or editing, but don't have an idea how to start? If you live in the Greater Boston area or in Massachusetts, an awesome opportunity awaits you. Erica Corsano, Editorial Director at STUFF Magazine, will be teaching a class on how to research and write about fashion, at Boston's Center for Adult Education BCAE, on November 10, 2010 from 6pm-9pm. Register today, as the class size is limited! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to network with one of Boston's best fashion editors. Maybe you could be the student who gets his or her work published in a future issue of STUFF Magazine! For more information, click on the BCAE link above, or call 617-267-4430.

Press Release, by Shannon Igoe, Account Manager at Image Unlimited Communications, Ltd.