Judith Ripka and Assouline Giveaway: Enter for a Chance to Win Ripka's Eclipse Earrings

Assouline, in partnership with Judith Ripka, is pleased to launch an exciting Social Media contest where they will be giving away a pair of Eclipse earrings ($625 value) and a signed edition of the new book.  The contest is to promote the launch of Ripka's new Assouline book: Judith Ripka by Judith.


In case you missed it, Ripka’s dazzling Eclipse earrings were featured on Oprah’s Ultimate Favorite Things episode in November 2010 make a great gift.

The contest launched today Friday, September 30^th (the day  the book is be available on www.assouline.com) and run through Friday, October 7^th. It will live on Assouline’s Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/assoulinepub) and Judith Ripka’s Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/JudithRipka) and all contestants are encouraged to ‘Like’ both pages to be qualified.

To enter, answer the question,  “How do these earrings reflect your personal style?” and submit your answers to judithripka@assouline.com. The winner will be judged on creativity and originality and will be informed the week of October 9^th by email.

South Coast Plaza Style: Best of Beauty Event this Weekend

Our stylish friends at South Coast Plaza are offering great deals on beauty products this weekend at the Orange County Shopping Mecca.  Consider stopping by the mall in Costa Mesa , on Bristol Boulevard to check out the deals on some top rated beauty finds from award winning brands. From Sept. 30th to Oct. 2nd, South Coast Plaza is featuring three days of fantastic beauty promotions, tips and gifts from your favorite beauty boutiques and counters, from Saks to Kiehl’s, Fresh, Origins, Sephora and many more. And meet bloggers from your favorite beauty sites.  More to come on just who those fabulous bloggers are :)


Here's list of all the beauty promotions at South Coast Plaza this weekend for your shopping delight.



Aveda
Freshen up your look with a complimentary hairstyling and receive two personalized product samples. Also receive a special gift with all purchases over $35.00.

Aveda Richard Michael Salon
Receive a travel-size Hand Relief body cream with any purchase. Spend $100.00 or more and also receive a complimentary skincare consultation with a professional esthetician.

Bare Escentuals
Experience Bare Escentuals new Ready solid eyeshadows—an innovative new concept in solid mineral technology. The shadows are available in duos and quads that create an "I'll have what she's
having" look for day and night. Also receive, complimentary “makeunders” and deluxe goodie bags
with any purchase.

Bath & Body Works
It’s the perfect weekend to grab all your favorite Bath & Body Works products. Spend $10.00 and receive a FREE body care item up to a $13.00 value.

Bulgari
Experience the luxury of Bulgari and consult with Bulgari skincare experts. Receive a complimentary hand massage and sample the new fragrance.

Carlton Hair International at both locations
Complimentary consultations and Styling Bar services. Discuss your hair challenges and get professional ideas and options with the expert stylists. Try a 20-minute, no-wash styling service and learn tips and tricks for styles, from simple to glam. Also receive complimentary samples and exclusive product discounts. Based on availability.

Crabtree & Evelyn
Nourish your skin with a personal sink demonstration. All sales will include a gift with purchase. Additionally, receive 30% off the new Pomegranate body care line, featuring nature's antioxidants, Argan and Grapeseed oil. Enjoy a complimentary cookie and tea reception daily.

Fresh
Freshen up your day with mini-express facials, makeup touch-ups and a gift with purchase.

Jo Malone
Create your own signature fragrance at the Jo Malone fragrance combining event, and receive a gift with purchase.

Kiehl's Since 1851
See what’s new at Kiehl’s, stock up on your must-haves and receive three deluxe Kiehl's samples with a purchase of $75 or more.

M·A·C
M·A·C premieres the Posh Paradise exhibit exclusively at South Coast Plaza. The boutique will feature 60 of the best M·A·C artists from around North America to offer intimate make-up experiences showcasing 8 new launches from M·A·C's fall fashion line-up.

Make Up For Ever
Learn how to create a signature fall look and shop the store before it opens! Learn from the pros and discover how to integrate the new Pro line into your everyday routine. On Sunday, come in before the store opens for a special makeup workshop from 9 am to 10:30 am.

Molton Brown
Give tired working hands a rest and receive a relaxing complimentary hand massage.

Origins
Receive a complimentary mini facial and makeup consultation. Also, don't miss the Top Ten event: Purchase any item Top Ten item and receive three deluxe-size samples.

Saks
A Face Odyssey. Travel through the galaxy of advanced formulas and beauty gadgets. Get an out of this world gift complimentary metallic tote filled with irresistible samples. Yours with $100 beauty purchase.
Stock up on the newest metallic eyeshadows and try out the new dolllash look and receive a special beauty bonus.

Sassoon Salon
Celebrate the launch of the exciting Autumn Winter 2011 Minimum Collection. Book a cut and/or color service throughout the weekend and receive complimentary treatments. Also enter for a giveaway for a cut, color treatment and blow-dry.

Sephora
Friday Sept. 30th 10am-9pm
Join Sephora Artists for a complimentary beauty look and receive a deluxe sample bag.

Saturday Oct. 1st 12pm-8pm
Experience the excitement of Dior Backstage with three beauty looks by Dior Artists: Trend Setter, Style Empress and Backstage Addict. Stop by for complimentary Dior skincare sachet and receive a Dior wallet with any $100 purchase of Dior.

Sunday Oct. 2nd All Day
Join Sephora Artists for complimentary beauty looks and receive a deluxe sample bag.

Spa Nordstrom Escape
Get pampered with your favorite spa treatments at special prices. And receive a complimentary gift with purchase. While supplies last.

$15 Brow Wax - Regularly $25

$80 Advanced Hydrating Facial (60 minute) – Regularly $110

$75 Spa Nordstrom Massage – Regularly $95

$55 Essential Manicure and Pedicure – Regularly $77

Sponsored Post: Special Deal on Body Butter from the Body Shop

Shopping site, Shop at Home is having a special deal on  super luxurious Body Butter from the Body Shop, but you have got to grab it quick. For a limited time, you can purchase the Body Body for only $7.00, a savings of $11.00 off the retail price. Click here to use this  Body Shop Coupon to get the deal.

If you haven't heard of the Body Shop, they have great organically based products. The Body Shop is famous for creating the niche market for naturally inspired skin and hair care products. The Body Shop specializes in offering a wide range of best selling skin and healthcare products from Vitamin E Moisture Cream to Tea Tree Oils to Banana.

NYFW: Nautica Menswear for Spring/Summer 2012 show

Pictured: The Nautica show (image courtesy of PureFame media)

 Last week at New York Fashion Week, on top of the Empire Hotel, Nautica showed off a range of colorful fashions for men. The collection gave me a flashback to my preppy days at Miami University in Oxford, OH.  There were bright beach whites, deep blues, red and some summer yellows. In short, nothing too over the top for most men, especially the ones whose wives buy most of their clothes :) 


Look for Nautica at department stores and their own branded outlet stores.

Sponsored Post: Vince Camuto at Nordstrom

 If you haven't looked at Vince's new looks for fall, you may want to have a look at Nordstroms.com.  They have a great selection on Vince Camuto for both men and women.Vince is always comfortable and chic. Most Vince Camuto garments are perfect for work-to-weekend. Shop NORDSTROM plus get free shipping & returns everyday.

Lord & Taylor's 'Buy More, Save More' shoe sale

Now through September 26th, it's Lord & Taylor's 'Buy More, Save More' shoe sale. If you love shoes, this is the sale for you.  Choose from hundreds of styles and experience incredible deals when you buy from one to three or more pairs of shoes. Buy one pair and receive 20% off each pair, buy any two pairs and receive 25% off each pair OR buy any three or more pairs and receive 30% off each pair. Shop online or in-store, whichever is most convenient.

If you're a mobile shopper, enter the promo code 'SALE' to shop online or text 'SALE' to 9555 to have the savings offer sent directly to your phone.

NYFW: Designer Deals at eBay's Neiman Marcus Last Call Store

With New York Fashion Week in full swing, it's a good time to check out good deals on all the designer goodies sold at  Neiman Marcus Last Call stores  on eBay.   I reviewed the Last Call stores earlier this year and really enjoyed shopping them for brands like Tracy Reese, Robbi & Nikki, Layfette 148, Juicy Couture, Rachel Roy, Theory, Vince, Vivenne Tam, Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry, Michael Kors, DVF, Free People and the jeans designed for curvy fashionistas everywhere, Not My Daughters Jeans.

 To get an extra 20% off on the Last Call eBay store, use the coupon code above to shop.  Here's how.

1. Shop for any product on the  Neiman Marcus Last Call stores  eBay store.
2. Enter the coupon code CEBAYNM20 at checkout to save 20%.
3. Pay for your item with PayPal at checkout before the expiration date of Sept. 16, 2011 on the coupon

Typical savings are 25% off of the retail prices (more in some cases.) The eBay sale offers all of the Neiman Marcus classics, none of the price guilt. Look for deals on clothing, handbags and accessories.  Click here to get in first, and get the best before it's gone !:)