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January 6th, 2009

Win A Pair Of Twisted Silver Duo Earrings

Here’s the first contest of the year here at Style it Less. New Year means New Year’s resolutions. Twisted Silver wants to help us out by giving away a pair of the Duo Earrings to one lucky winner.

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How To Win?

Visit the Twisted-Silver website with this question in mind :  “What jewelry piece will be your reward for sticking to your new year’s resolution?”.

Once you picked your jewelry, come back to this post and let me know what your pick is in the comment box. I will randomly pick a winner after a week. So the contest ends on January 13th, 11:59pm. Winner will be announced sometime on January 14th.

BTW, the duo earrings are currently on sale for $15 until January 13th so if you want to buy a pair for a friend or yourself, take advantage of the sale now.

Alright, good luck everyone. The contest is open to US residents only.

FYI : Another pair is being given away at Style & Flair, and at Gleaming Things, so triple your chances in winning a pair of the duo earrings.

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January 6th, 2009

Juicy Couture One-Shoulder Top, Under $50

This Juicy Couture One-Shoulder Ruffled Top is gorgeous. The green color is beautiful too.

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I adore the ruffled trims on the one-shoulder top which then cascades across the body. GORGEOUS. It used to be $138 but is now on sale for $48. Good deal for a pretty Juicy Couture top if you ask me. And it’s in my size too (Medium 6/8) :) .

This would be perfect during the summer with white shorts  and flip flops. Or, white capris and wedges. Ok, I like the fall/winter fashion but I’m ready for Spring and Summer, thanks to tops like this.

(Image : Neiman Marcus)

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January 6th, 2009

ABS Printed Patio Dress, Under $100

Patio Dresses  also known as Maxi Dresses were one of the the “IT” trends in 2008. I have a feeling it’s not going away this 2009 once Summer time rolls. I’m definitely not ready to say goodbye to it yet. Judging from what celebrities like Eva Longoria were wearing in California even though it’s technically a winter season, I’m assuming they’re not yet ready either.

ABS by Allen Schwartz Printed Patio Dress

If you feel the same way I do about patio/maxi dresses, then you’ll absolutely love this ABS by Allen Schwartz Printed Patio Dress. It’s gorgeous coblat blue with huge floral prints. It used to be $235 but it’s currently on sale for only $82. Nice. The unfortunate thing is, it’s only available in size xsmall/0-2. Bummer. Talk about injustice in this world. So if you are that size, then lucky you :) .

(Image : Neiman Marcus)

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January 5th, 2009

Steve & Barry’s Is Closing Down 173 Stores

Steve and Barry’s filed for bankruptcy last year but maintained that they were going to continue running their chain stores. Steve and Barry’s are now closing all their 173 chain stores and liquidating about $225 million worth of merchandize.

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So where will Sarah Jessica Parker’s Bitten going to be now? How about Amanda Bynes’ Dear and Stephon Marbury’s $15 sneakers line?

Well, I know what I’m going to do when I get paid (hoping the store near me is still open of course), how about you? Check out this site to find out the nearest Steve and Barry’s store near you.

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January 5th, 2009

Kenneth Cole Reaction Button-Front Blouse

One of the must-haves in a Woman’s closet is the white button-front shirt. It’s the versatile blouse that would go with anything and could be accessorized however you want. It could go from casual to work wear to something chic for a night out in the town.

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Check out this Kenneth Cole Reaction White Button-Front Blouse. If you are either size 2 or 4 then it’s your lucky day because it’s currently on sale for $17.70. I love the v-neckline drop. The length of this white button-front shirt would play nicely with belts. I’m thinking about my skinny ones. Perhaps the red or yellow. Nice huh? Too bad it’s not my size. Bummer. Oh well, I hope you enjoy it :)

(Image : Dillard’s)

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January 2nd, 2009

Forever21 50% Off Sale On Selected Items

Forever21 is currently having it’s 50% off sale on selected items. Here are my picks which you might like for yourself as well. 

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Hurry while supplies last. Have fun  sale shopping this Friday at Forever21.

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January 2nd, 2009

Max and Cleo Ponte Dress, Under $65

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This Max and Cleo Ponte Dress is not like the other ponte dresses I’ve seen lately. Usually, the 2 color combination involves white on top, and black bodice skirt, or blue or yellow or red on top. And always, in solid color. This Max and Cleo dress is so much different. You still get the 2-toned details but the top is showcased in a print detail way. I just love the print design on top.

This is actually on sale for $64.80. The regular price was $108 from Dillard’s. If you like this gorgeous ponte dress like I do then you’ll appreciate the sale. right now you can wear tights underneath, then finish it off with either black pumps, or black stilettos. Come spring or summer which this dress will transition to very well for work wear or as a date night dress, forgo the tights and show off your pretty legs :) .

(Image : Dillard’s)

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January 1st, 2009

Under $50 Look : LBD & 2-Toned Heels

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New Year’s Eve was actually my birthday as well. And for my birthday dress I wore a v-neck black dress with flutter sleeves, black tights, and 2-Toned strappy platform heels. The v-neck is actually made of lace with 3 tiny buttons. I took this quick shot with my NikonD40. My son was using the tripod with Hub’s Sony point and shoot digicam for his animated movie so I had to use the box of huge screen TV that’s sitting in the hallway. Hence my head not making it into the shot, haha. I didn’t have time to adjust the lens and everything. We had to leave for my birthday dinner. Oh well, I hope you get the right idea of my New Year’s Eve and birthday outfit.

V-Neck black dress with flutter sleeves, $12.99 (on sale from CATO)

black tights, $3.99 (Wal-Mart)

2-Toned strappy platform heels, $9.95 (Payless)

tennis bracelet, last year’s birthday gift

diamond studs earrings, gift (*not seen in the picture)

How about you, what did you wear on New Year’s Eve?

(Image : Dexie Jane Wharton / Style It Less)

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January 1st, 2009

SPLENDICITY’s 2008 Best & Worst

Happy New Year to all! We all wish you a happy, healthy, successful and beautiful 2009. Happy New Year 2009 As we usher in the new year, we take a look back at the Best and Worst of 2008, along with a look ahead to 2009. From all the Splendicity bloggers, here are some of our favorite (and not so favorite) things from the world of beauty and fashion.

Tracy at Hot Mama Daily tells you about the top 5 Hot Mama moments of 2008 and her top 5 favorites beauty products too. She also clues you in on the worst hot messes of the year.

Dexie rounds out the year with her round-up lists at Style It Less, including under $100 looks, celebrity looks for less and her own personal bargain looks.

Aly gives you the beauty ingredient forecast and what’s in and what’s out in hair for 2009 at eBeautyDaily. She also chimes in with Lemon Drop’s worst fashion trends of 2008 at Shopaholics Daily along with hair trends for 2009 and worst celebrity hairstyles of 2008 at Style Her Hair.

Liberty provides her top 5 beauty finds and top 10 beauty tips of 2008 at Teen Style Lounge.

Chloe talks about her favorite jewelry of 2008 at Gleaming Things and favorite fashion picks at Her Accessories.

Julie points out the worst dresses celebrities of 2008 at Snarkstress.

Ashley discusses her top 10 most luxurious items of 2008 at The Latest Luxe.

Mary Jo makes her top 10 beauty & style resolutions for 2009 at The List Maven.

Beth tells you the top 10 must-have beauty products of the year at Aging Fabulous.

Shannon provides her list of top 10 best makeup products of 2008 at Makeup Minute.

Rachel talks about her 2009 New Year’s skin resolutions at Skin Principles.

Kori shows you the worst shoe trends of 2008 at Shoe Blitz and the best and worst fashion Trends of 2008 at Shopaholics Daily.

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December 30th, 2008

2008 Round-Up : Under $100 Looks

Here is the Style It Less 2008 round-up of all the Under $100 Looks I’ve put together. Can you believe it’s almost 2009? I’m looking forward to what the new year is in store for us when in comes to trends that we’ll incorporate in our closet.

More Under $100 Looks after the fold…

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