Big Sale at Avenue – Plus Free Shipping

As a current (and soon to be former) “big girl”, I’m a huge fan of the Avenue clothing store. I’ve gone there before photo shoots and movies (when I was modeling and acting) to go on sprees for stuff to take with me, and the people in the store have always been downright awesome with me.

Well, Avenue just sent me their second email in as many days promoting a huge sale they’ve got going on. (For what it’s worth, unless I’m madly in love with something and need it for an event, I never buy anything unless it’s on sale.) The coolest part, is that if you spend $75 or more, you get free shipping!

For under $20 each ($30 in some cases), you can fill your spring wardrobe up with loads of great items. I’ve put together one outfit combo here, but don’t assume this is all there is that’s on sale! You can check out the whole thing (including $10 pants!) by going through to Avenue’s Deals of The Week page.

1. Cutout Banded Bottom Top
   Was: $29.90 Now: $19.99
   Available Colors: Green, Navy, Beet Red (shown)
   Cutout details adds intricate style to this banded bottom top. 3/4 length sleeves with cutout detailing at cuffs. Cutout design at neckline with scalloped trim. Double loop button closure at center back neckline with keyhole detail. Banded hemline with double loop button details and slight ruching. Knit. Imported.
   Cotton/Modal. Machine wash.
   Approx 27″ long.
   Women’s Plus Sizes 14/16-30/32.
   Style #3421693A
2. Denim Lite Skinny Jeans (Also in Petite and Tall)
   Was: $39.95 Now: $29.99
   Available Colors: Jet Blue (shown), Rinse Blue/Black, Medium Wash
   Tiny slits at the hem give these slim leg denim lite jeans a unique fashion element. Absolutely flattering and sleek!
   Modern fit-designed to sit slightly below your natural waist. Single button and zip closure. 5 pocket styling. Constrast stitching. Small slits at hems. Printed ribbon lining with fashion stitching in waistband. Stretch. Imported. Cotton/Polyester/Spandex. Machine wash.
   Petite approx 28″ inseam, Average approx 30″ inseam, Tall approx 34″ inseam.
   Jet Blue and Seaside available in Average only.
   Women’s Plus Sizes 14-26.
   Style #3071622A
3. Criss Cross Beaded Cuff Bracelet
   Available Colors: Blue, Pink, Brown (shown), White, Black
   $6.90
   This criss cross beaded cuff bracelet is all you need to make a strong jewelry statement. Wire. Acrylic beads. Imported.
   One size fits most.
   Style # 3736751A
4. Paparazzi Sunglasses
   Available Colors: Brown (shown)
   Was: $6.90 Now: $5.00
   These sunglasses with decorative embellishment will bring out your hidden starlet! 100% UVA/UVB protection.
   Acrylic frames with gold tone metal design at temples. Imported.
   Style #3764363A
5. Leah Embellished Slide
   Available Colors: Bronze (shown), Black
   Was: $32.90 Now: $24.99
   A bold faceted stone marks the spot on these X-strap slides with a modern chunky heel. Man made upper. Stone embellishment at center of vamp. Imported.
   Cloud Heel Strike Pad® Flexible non-slip sole.
   Approx 2″ heel.
   W/7-13.
   Style #3166607A

So what do you think of my new outfit? ;) Total cost is less than $87 which qualifies for free shipping! (Free Shipping offer ends tomorrow April 30, 2009, so better hurry and get in on this!)

Please share in the comments how you felt about this post, as this is the first time I’ve done a post like this… If you like it, I’ll do it more often!

Funky, Nature Inspired Jewelry Pieces At Etsy

If you’ve never ventured over to Etsy, you need to do so right away. I’m addicted to it, because every single item for sale there is completely handmade! Jewlery, art, clothing, you name it… and some of the jewelry pieces have me chompin’ at the bit to get at!

Below are some current favorites, all inspired by nature. (Including one copper-dipped maple leaf, and some REAL moss!) Click on the pic and see if the piece of your funky fabulous dreams is still available, or browse the artist’s shop to find something you like!

Cubic Zirconia and Fine Silver Lotus Ring

Glass Pendant - Spring Flowers Yellow on Pink

Banana Leaf Fine Silver Ring with Ladybug

Moss Art Necklace

Speckle Pink Lampwork Ring

Spring in Negative - Maple Shield

Real Butterfly wing double sided pendant necklace, Sterling Silver (Donation from sale to Conservation International)

Fallen Leaf Earrings

Flower garden crocheted necklace

Copper Dipped Sugar Maple Leaf Necklace

(all images © their respective owners – click the images to learn more)

Sneak Peek at New Ursula of Switzerland Collection

My friend James Pickett is an amazing photographer who often works with fashion lines (amongst a bazillion other things). Yesterday he did a shoot with one of his clients, Ursula of Switzerland.

Lucky for me (and you, dear reader) he was shooting the newest collection, and I get to pass along a sneak peek! This is style #13010, the color is “Spice” in “Antique Metallic” fabric…

The reason I’m choosing this particular dress, is completely outside the fact that I LOVE THIS DRESS. It’s the shots he took after completing the client’s wishes for their catalog images that really strike me. Take a look at this one…

I’m not kidding you when I say that the internet completely does not do this image justice. I had to resize and compress the image, but this is SUCH a gorgeous shot it’s not funny.

The model Christina knows what she’s doing, that’s for sure. She’s modeled for extremely high-end fashion and lingerie lines. Makeup is by Genn Shaughnessey.

To see more from the Ursula of Switzerland collection, check out the Ursula website.
To see more amazing photography by James Pickett, visit James Pickett Photography.

Snuggie Sightings – Are You Scared Yet?

Not for nothing but I was sick of the Snuggie commercial way back in October when they started the holiday push. For those of you who are uninitiated… take a peek:

I’m sorry, but watch it again, and check out the image. Don’t these people look like they belong in a cult or something? For crying out loud it’s a bathrobe you put on backwards! It’s nothing special. It’s not some wonderful new fashion trend, it’s a backwards bathrobe!

Thinking of it this way, what’s the big difference (or benefit) of the Snuggie over say, a long bathrobe (worn properly), a regular blanket, and slippers? I mean really!

I’ve also heard that it’s ridiculous when it comes to static. Clings to you, itself, a passing child’s hair… It’s just ugly and again – how is a backwards bathrobe MORE comfortable than a properly worn one?

Have you had any Snuggie sightings yourself? Did someone get you one for Christmas? What do you think of them? Let’s talk it up in the comments… :)

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