June, 2009 Archive

Jun 18, 2009

Online Sample Sale

Half-Priced Gucci and More:

Calling all fashionistas!  What’s better than wearing clothes and accessories by today’s premier designers?  Finding them at private-sale prices!

Sample sales have always been reserved for the fortunate few, but it just got a little easier.  Recently this service has been made available in cyberspace.  Online boutiques offer crazy discounts on MAJOR brands.  These are generally invitation-only boutiques which sell different designers’ wares every few days.  Quantities are limited and go fast. {read more}

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Jun 18, 2009

Wedding Trends 2009

Budget Buzz:

Only a few years ago, a costly wedding meant bragging rights.  Almost a competition of who could spend the most. Oh, how things change…

Spring forward to 2009.  The new buzzword for weddings is budget.  How much can you save?  Here are some of today’s top trends, including many budget friendly ideas:

Budget Bridal Gowns:  While some brides are choosing to go retro and use family gowns, others are borrowing from friends or renting.  Those wanting new dresses are consistently turning to super saver options like David’s Bridal.  Dresses here go for as little as 99$…and brides have taken note!  As the Dow goes lower, dress sales here continue to climb. {read more}

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Jun 17, 2009

Father’s Day Gifts

Last Chance for Personalized Gifts:

With dad’s special day nearing…Do you have a gift yet?  Just say “No” to the bad tie this year.  Think Personalized.

Zazzle.com creates custom embroidered caps, t-shirts, polos and more.  But today’s the last day to order in time for Dad’s Day.

  • Must order by 12pm Pacific time TODAY.  Use discount code: DADEXPRESS09.
  • With the above code your customized order will receive rush manufacturing.
  • Order will ship by next business day (June 18th) with discounted Express Shipping. {read more}

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Jun 17, 2009

Second Chances

Looking Beyond Wall Street:

On the heels of yesterday’s market drop, I came across a quote I thought fitting for today:

“We all have big changes in our lives that are more or less a second chance.“ Harrison Ford

Could all of the changes taking place in today’s world be a second chance for many of us?  After this difficult transition, will we come out in a better place?

It’s hard to generalize this across an entire nation.  So just consider your own family.  Is this your second chance? {read more}

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Jun 16, 2009

Shea Magnifique!

Favorite Body Moisturizer:

Does skin have a season?  You know, a time when it is soft and supple with little care…  I know winter is tough on skin.  So with that logic, I expected my dry arms and legs to improve as the temperatures rose.  Not the case.  This year it seems my winter skin followed me right on in to summer!  Can I blame Global Warming for this one?

Although frustrated, I knew where to turn.   {read more}

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Jun 16, 2009

Those were the Days

The Beauty of Youth:

It’s been said, “Youth is wasted on the young.”  As I move through my 30′s, I finally truly understand the meaning in those words.  I’ve even found myself using this phrase a few times lately.  I miss so many things I once took for granted:

  • Unending Energy
  • Super Speedy Metabolism
  • Clear, Bright, Smooth Skin
  • A Certain Innocence
  • Feeling Invincible

Even though I am only in my 30′s, I have recently found myself trying desperately to hold on to the last tidbits of youth.  This unwillingness to accept I’ve moved into a new part of my life sounds like a bit of a midlife crisis to me. {read more}

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Jun 15, 2009

Recessionista

Frugal is the New Black:

Far be it for me to shun a new trend.  For months I’ve been hearing words I hadn’t heard since childhood.  Some of the words I’d NEVER heard before.  Whether I turned on the news, listened to commercials on the radio, overheard couples talking in restaurants or listened to my own friends…this chatter never stopped.  What were they all talking about? {read more}

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Jun 15, 2009

Manicure Made Simple

Truth in Advertising:

When a fresh manicure goes bad, it’s usually a total loss.  What was the reason this time?

  • Late for work, therapy, court, your own birthday party…something important.
  • Kids distracting you.
  • Rushing to pick up another double-shot-something at the local coffee shop while wondering how anyone makes it through the day without caffeine.  {read more}

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Jun 15, 2009

Saddle Up, Little Partner!

Never too Young for Fashion Footwear:

The cutest socks in these here parts are  Cowboy and Cowgirl Boot Socks.  And with non-skid bottoms, these boots were made for walkin’!

Available at UnCommonGoods.com, they are sold as a set of six pairs.  And one size fits 0-12 months. {read more}

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Jun 14, 2009

Happy Flag Day

What do You Know about Flag Day?:

Happy Flag Day!

In grade school, we learned how to care for the American Flag.  Don’t let it touch the ground.  Don’t fly in inclement weather.  Raise and lower the flag ceremoniously.  You know the drill.

But what do we remember about Flag Day? {read more}

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