Dear Readers,
We hope you have a fun and safe time celebrating the New Year!!
Happy New Year!
xoxo
B & L
We hope you have a fun and safe time celebrating the New Year!!
Happy New Year!
xoxo
B & L
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Holiday Mimosa
Ring in the New Year with a taste of this delicious drink.
Ingredients:
Enjoy.
Recipe from allrecipes.com.
Ring in the New Year with a taste of this delicious drink.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 Cup Orange Liqueur (like Grand Marnier®)
- 2 Tablespoons White Sugar
- 1 Cup of Orange Juice
- 1 (think 750 mL) Bottle Brut Champagne (chilled)
Enjoy.
Recipe from allrecipes.com.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Loves it, Hates It
Posted by: L
Yea, it was just Christmas (Hanukkah, Chanukah, Kwanza, Festivus...), but I'm looking at essentials. Now is not the time to raise your eyebrows and judge.
(Enter "EXTRA20" at checkout. Expires January 3. Make sure you read the fine print...it's free shipping after the discount has been applied and your bag must have $150 in it then..ohhh yea, they getcha with that fine print. sneaky skeaky...scowl, scowl. Not because $150 is so hard to put in your bag, it is just that I am more apt to virtually swipe the plastic when there is no minimum.)
Now, onto why this post is a "Hates It." (Aside from their sneaky fine print!)
Loves the Crew. Hates that there are several items just sitting in my shopping bag that are on sale, including one such navy Jackie cardi and one black bouquet sash belt that while on sale, shall not qualify for the 20% off because they are not final sale. Why do you do this to me, J.? Sale, but not "Final Sale"? Oh, come on!
Even though I currently have one belt, very similar to the one I am lusting after that I had.to.have. and have not styled yet (aka it is sitting on top of a pile of other clothes. SHAME.) ... I'm just waiting for that perfect moment. heh heh And, I would probably wait the same on the bouquet belt and Jackie cardi..but, I do love the cardi.
(And, I accidentally ordered a light blue cami from the Crew that just needs the cardi to complete it. It needs its big sister. I know. Post on that one to come later.)
Ugh, what to do? What to do? Do I wait and hope they qualify at a later date and risk missing out? (Although they should usually have the navy Jackie..the belt is another story. I did also scour the Crew in Copley yesterday, nada. And their Jackies were full price.)
I am shaking my fist at you, J.Crew!
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
White Christmas Dream
Enjoy this little joy on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and whenever you might be in the spirit. For those of you who don't celebrate Christmas no need to fear you can have yourself a little White Dream to enjoy on any day of the week.
Ingredients:
If's you're really in the spirit try garnishing your drink with nutmeg....tasty.
Don't forget to be safe.
Drink from thatsthespirit.com.
Enjoy this little joy on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and whenever you might be in the spirit. For those of you who don't celebrate Christmas no need to fear you can have yourself a little White Dream to enjoy on any day of the week.
Ingredients:
- 1 Oz Amaretto
- 1 Oz Heavy Cream
- 1 Oz Vodka
If's you're really in the spirit try garnishing your drink with nutmeg....tasty.
Don't forget to be safe.
Drink from thatsthespirit.com.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Dear Santa,
Dear Santa,
I have tried my best to be a really good girl this year. (I know, sometimes it wasn't pretty.)
But, if you pleeeeeease (pretty, pretty please with a cherry AND sprinkles on top!) bring me these two things, oh, I will just be SO GOOD you won't even know it's me, L!
(And, ok, maybe a matching coat for her new mommy!)
Thanks!
Love you lots, Santa!
XOXO
L
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Frugal is the New Black
FREE SHIP DAY IS HERE!
In an effort to get all of us cyber shoppers to have everything delivered just.in.time for Christmas (with ground delivery), sooo many online retailers are offering Free Shipping promos and upgrades.
L, sitting pretty in her chair, is most.definitely going to be taking advantage of the offer from Forever21 because she is still on a high from all the goodies she found during her last in-store trip. Ahhh! Just need to make it through a four hour study session!
Coupon codes, like she posted for Cyber Monday, will be up a little later this afternoon.
Also, don't forget to launch all of your online orders through EBates-- c'mon guys, free shipping AND cash back?! Click the link to the left, or ok here, to sign yourself up. L just received a little check for $13.14. ha ha, not much, but she only made one online purchase. You get the idea.
Thirsty Thursday
Snow Cap
We've already had some snow fall this month, so why not have a sip of a snow inspired drink?
Ingredients:
We've already had some snow fall this month, so why not have a sip of a snow inspired drink?
Ingredients:
- 1/2 Irish Cream (Bailey's)
- 1/2 Tequila
Slowly pour the Bailey's so that it layers itself on top of the tequila.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Loves It, Hates It
The price tag on Target's N.Y.L.A. Extravaganza Pump: "Hates It"
For the record B thinks the shoes are super cute and just to die for. Unfortunately, Target has decided to price them at $109.99 (online price).
No, your eyes do not deceive you, those shoes are over $100 (without shipping and handling) and from TARGET!!
I could understand if you went to Target to buy a TV, camera, etc. and the product was over $100 that's expected but for shoes? No, No, No. If I decide to buy a pair a shoes at Target I would expect between $20 and $35, not $110.00.
Don't forget about its slogan. "Expect More. Pay Less."
After several years of frugal shopping at Target I have come to expect more and pay less unfortunately now is the time it decides to list a pair of shoes for $110. One question. How is that paying less? If I wished to spend that money I would go to Nordstrom.
Maybe Target decided to follow H&M and start to add designer items at a fraction of what it normally would be (H&M has lines from Jimmy Choo and now advertising Sonia Rykiel).
However, with a solgan, Expect More. Pay Less the price of these shoes is just absurd. B could understand if Target decided to price them between $50 and $75. Fine. But for $110. B just doesn't understand.
For the record B thinks the shoes are super cute and just to die for. Unfortunately, Target has decided to price them at $109.99 (online price).
No, your eyes do not deceive you, those shoes are over $100 (without shipping and handling) and from TARGET!!
I could understand if you went to Target to buy a TV, camera, etc. and the product was over $100 that's expected but for shoes? No, No, No. If I decide to buy a pair a shoes at Target I would expect between $20 and $35, not $110.00.
Don't forget about its slogan. "Expect More. Pay Less."
After several years of frugal shopping at Target I have come to expect more and pay less unfortunately now is the time it decides to list a pair of shoes for $110. One question. How is that paying less? If I wished to spend that money I would go to Nordstrom.
Maybe Target decided to follow H&M and start to add designer items at a fraction of what it normally would be (H&M has lines from Jimmy Choo and now advertising Sonia Rykiel).
However, with a solgan, Expect More. Pay Less the price of these shoes is just absurd. B could understand if Target decided to price them between $50 and $75. Fine. But for $110. B just doesn't understand.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Brighton Punch
If you're a fan of sipping on a Long Island Ice Tea, give this a try!
Ingredients:
6 oz. Straight Bourbon Whiskey
6 oz. Brandy
6 oz. Bénédictine
12 oz. Fresh Orange Juice
6 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
One 18 oz. Bottle Soda Water, chilled
Garnish: Orange and Lemon Wheels
Instructions:
Combine the first five ingredients in a punch bowl and stir thoroughly.
Add a large ice mold or block of ice and the soda water.
Stir gently.
Ladle into chilled punch glasses.
Garnish each with orange and lemon wheels.
Recipe from "Mr. Boston: Holiday Cocktails" here or in stores at Crate & Barrel (spied it at the Natick Collection..but online it's $5 less!).
Loves It, Hates It
Lady Gaga making a cameo in Beyoncé music video: "Loves It!"
Lady Gaga makes a sexy cameo and is featured on the remix of Beyoncé's song "Video Phone".
Could it get any better?
Maybe....if there was a throw back to the Lady Marmalade days when four or five fab singers/performers team up together to create one hot single. Perhaps this time around we could see Madonna, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. Rihanna would be an amazing add to mix up the dynamics to form the Fab Five (B is obviously starting to get ahead of herself).
Looking at it from a practical standpoint all five of them have a connection with at least one other Fab Five member so it wouldn't be that much of a stretch. Plus there have even been several collaborations already...so let's just push those collaborations a little bit further.
Three words to describe this type of project: Music Executive's Fanatsy.
*Sigh* If only.
Lady Gaga makes a sexy cameo and is featured on the remix of Beyoncé's song "Video Phone".
Could it get any better?
Maybe....if there was a throw back to the Lady Marmalade days when four or five fab singers/performers team up together to create one hot single. Perhaps this time around we could see Madonna, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. Rihanna would be an amazing add to mix up the dynamics to form the Fab Five (B is obviously starting to get ahead of herself).
Looking at it from a practical standpoint all five of them have a connection with at least one other Fab Five member so it wouldn't be that much of a stretch. Plus there have even been several collaborations already...so let's just push those collaborations a little bit further.
Three words to describe this type of project: Music Executive's Fanatsy.
*Sigh* If only.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Hot Mess or Fashion Success?
So, this past weekend L visited Forever 21. Now, it has been over a year since she has stepped foot in this fine clothier. Partly because it's a clusterfuck, partly because she needs her partner to help her stay calm.
(Last time with Shawnie, said partner in need, Summer 2008, in the Dirtiest State in the Union -- XO MISS YOU!)
Belted Glove Skirt, $32.00
Now, a little preface: Before the girls' summer shopping extravaganza, she had purchased a cute black and white pencil skirt (trés work appropriate...and from "back in the day" when the only F21 near her was in Provi!)...only to have it rip up the back slit. She had it reinforced, but it ripped again.
Now, we don't know if it's the Forever 21 craftsmanship (or lack thereof) or if it's L's ever-expanding assets that caused the double rip around the glutes. But, in her defense, she also had a cute leopard print sweater that lost most of it's coloring and became pilly after one wash...so she was a little skeptical.
And, onto the story: But, dear Readers, this time she was with Momma, and Momma has quite the eye!! And so, L had quite the case of the grabby hands this weekend!
She scored a number of cute sweaters (adorned with pearls and bows and beads) for work (that she's hoping and praying they won't get destroyed after one wash) and this:
My Little Black Dress Tank, $14.80
(Oh, it's going to be super cute with a blank tank underneath and black leggings! ::squeals with delight at childish find::)
LOOK AT THAT TUTU!!
(Hey now, let her have this! She stayed out of Abercrombie...even if it took all her willpower!)
But, lets stop for a minute and look at this skirt and ask ourselves a collective,
"What the F--k?"
Belted Glove Skirt, $32.00It's like the skirt's little grabby hands are trying to grope you! "Ahh, no! My unmentionables!!!"
You stay away, you Michael Jackson belt! (Too soon??)
And, correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't boys suppose to try to get up/in your skirt??
heh heh heh
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
BOSTON UNCOMMON
Roger Sterling, is that you??
Hmmmm..my, you haven't aged a bit!
Spotted at the Boston Auto Show this past weekend.
Hmmmm..my, you haven't aged a bit!
Sunday, December 6, 2009
'Tis the Season..
Hi Readers and Fellow Bloggers!
One of L's dear friends is training to participate in an olympic distance triathlon. He and his team are raising money to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Further information and a link to make a donation can be found here.
If you can make a donation to support him, the Society, and their efforts to eliminate blood cancer, please do!
Thanks in advance!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Beachcomber
It's the last week of classes...finals are quickly approaching....it's times like these you wish it was summer again so you can relax on the beach and sip on your fab drink.
Here's a little throw back to the good summer days B & L wish they could be enjoying right now.
Ingredients:
Enjoy!
Recipe from TheBar.com.
It's the last week of classes...finals are quickly approaching....it's times like these you wish it was summer again so you can relax on the beach and sip on your fab drink.
Here's a little throw back to the good summer days B & L wish they could be enjoying right now.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 oz Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
- 1/4 oz Captain Morgan Parrot Bay Coconut Rum
- 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice
- 1/4 oz Orange Juice
- 1 Slice Orange
Enjoy!
Recipe from TheBar.com.
Water Cooler
Setting: Mid-November. B is at her desk in the front of the office. B's manager comes out to the front for a quick second. B and her manager start chatting.
Black Friday manages to come up in the convo and B without hesitation tells her manager how much she loves Black Friday and it should be a recognized holiday. B's manager had a little celebration for Black Friday too...her 25th Wedding Anniversary!!
Well after hearing this B was so ecstatic and said: "Oh my! That's wonderful!! What month did you get married in?" (sad part is B was completely serious at the time).
B's manager looks at her confused and simply says: "November".
B's only response: "Duh. You just said Black Friday was your anniversary and it is in November what a silly question...it's been a rough week".
Really B? Really?
Way to make an impression!
Black Friday manages to come up in the convo and B without hesitation tells her manager how much she loves Black Friday and it should be a recognized holiday. B's manager had a little celebration for Black Friday too...her 25th Wedding Anniversary!!
Well after hearing this B was so ecstatic and said: "Oh my! That's wonderful!! What month did you get married in?" (sad part is B was completely serious at the time).
B's manager looks at her confused and simply says: "November".
B's only response: "Duh. You just said Black Friday was your anniversary and it is in November what a silly question...it's been a rough week".
Really B? Really?
Way to make an impression!
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Loves It, Hates It
Lately, L has been obsessed with Alicia Keys and has even made herself a little Alicia Keys/Miles Davis station for Pandora.. loves it.
So, have you guys seen this video or heard her new song, Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart" on the radio?
What do you think? Loves it? Hates it? Chime in below...
Monday, November 30, 2009
It's not too late...
...to take part in the greatness that is Cyber Monday!!
B had the madness that is Black Friday and now L has her calmer, people-free Cyber Monday!
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DSW
Discount: Take 25% off your entire order with promotion code "SAVE25" plus receive free shipping with a $35+ purchase with code "SNOWMAN".
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Endless
Discount: Get $30 off your order of $100+, no code required, certain brands excluded.
Express
Discount: Take $30 off your purchase of $120+ or $15 off your purchase of $75 plus receive FREE SHIPPING on your $100 purchase.
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Forever 21
Discount: FREE SHIPPING with code "CYBERMONDAY" at checkout.
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Gap
Discount: Take 20% off plus receive free shipping on ANY purchase with code "MONDAY".
Guess
Discount: Take 25% off all regular-priced merchandise plus receive free shipping on all orders $100+.
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J.Crew
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Joe's Jeans
Discount: Enter Code "Black Friday" to receive 25% off your entire purchase.
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Kate Spade
Discount: Take 25% off all sale merchandise with promo code "CHEER" at checkout plus receive free shipping on all orders, no minimum.
Kenneth Cole
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Kohls
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The Limited
Discount: Free Shipping plus 20% off EVERYTHING, no codes necessary, discounts applied at check out!
Lulu's
Discount: Take 20% off your entire purchase with code "SEVENTEEN", plus receive free shipping on all orders $75+.
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Macy's
Discount: Receive free shipping on orders $75+ with code "CYBER". Also save an extra 25% on all clearance, online only- discount reflected in prices!
Martin + Osa
Discount: Get free shipping on all orders for a limited time, all cashmere & denim is $59.
ModCloth
Discount: Take up to 40% off select sale items, right here.
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Neiman Marcus
Discount: Get free shipping on any order with code "NMNOV".
No lines. No waiting. No heat cranked up to 100. And, best of all: no annoying Sales Associates. (Don't you hate when you know more about the product you're interested in than they do. Ugh.)
To make the most of your Cyber Monday, enjoy these coupon codes below!
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ALDO
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Ann Taylor
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Armani Exchange
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Banana Republic
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The Body Shop
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bebe
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Ben Sherman
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Bloomingdales
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Charlotte Russe
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Couture Candy
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ALDO
Discount: Receive free shipping on all orders plus save up to 50% off on sale merchandise.
Ann Taylor
Discount: Take 40% off YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE, plus receive free shipping on all orders $100+ with code "MONDAY".
Ann Taylor Loft (LOFT):
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Armani Exchange
Discount: Take $50 off every $150 you spend, no code necessary. Plus, receive free shipping on all orders, no minimum.
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Banana Republic
Discount: Take 20% off plus receive free shipping on ANY purchase with code "MONDAY".
Basic Boutique
Discount: Use code "THANKS40" for 40% off everything except final sale, plus receive free shipping on all orders $250+.
Beauty.com
Discount: Save up to 60% on hundreds of products including DuWop, Go Smile, and Too Faced, no code necessary. And, receive free shipping on ALL orders, no code necessary!
The Body Shop
Discount: Take 20% off all purchases plus receive free shipping on all orders $60+.
bebe
Discount: Take 15% off $100 with code "15OFF100".
Ben Sherman
Discount: Take 30% off your entire order plus receive free shipping on all orders $150+. No promo code necessary (discount shown at checkout).
Bloomingdales
Discount: Take $50 off your purchase of $250+; discount automatically applied at check out.
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Charlotte Russe
Discount: Take 25% off everything plus receive free shipping on all orders of $60+, no code necessary.
Couture Candy
Discount: Use code "SHOP20" to save 20% off all new styles and sale items.
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DSW
Discount: Take 25% off your entire order with promotion code "SAVE25" plus receive free shipping with a $35+ purchase with code "SNOWMAN".
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Endless
Discount: Get $30 off your order of $100+, no code required, certain brands excluded.
Express
Discount: Take $30 off your purchase of $120+ or $15 off your purchase of $75 plus receive FREE SHIPPING on your $100 purchase.
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Forever 21
Discount: FREE SHIPPING with code "CYBERMONDAY" at checkout.
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Gap
Discount: Take 20% off plus receive free shipping on ANY purchase with code "MONDAY".
Guess
Discount: Take 25% off all regular-priced merchandise plus receive free shipping on all orders $100+.
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J.Crew
Discount: Receive free shipping on all orders $150 with code "HOLIDAY". And, select women's sweaters are 20% off!
Joe's Jeans
Discount: Enter Code "Black Friday" to receive 25% off your entire purchase.
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Kate Spade
Discount: Take 25% off all sale merchandise with promo code "CHEER" at checkout plus receive free shipping on all orders, no minimum.
Kenneth Cole
Discount: Shop the Kenneth Cole special Cyber Monday Sample Sale for up to 50% off select items, plus take 31% off select items.
Kohls
Discount: Buy more, save more- take 15% off any order with code "CYBER15", take 15% off and receive free standard shipping on all orders $75 with code "CYBER15", and take 20% off and receive free standard shipping on all orders $100+ with code "CYBER20".
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The Limited
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Lulu's
Discount: Take 20% off your entire purchase with code "SEVENTEEN", plus receive free shipping on all orders $75+.
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Macy's
Discount: Receive free shipping on orders $75+ with code "CYBER". Also save an extra 25% on all clearance, online only- discount reflected in prices!
Martin + Osa
Discount: Get free shipping on all orders for a limited time, all cashmere & denim is $59.
ModCloth
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Neiman Marcus
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Piperlime
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Revolve Clothing
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Saks Fifth Avenue
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Nordstrom
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Old Navy
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Origins
Discount: Receive free standard shipping on all orders, plus take $10 off any $25 order with code "TENOFF09".
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Piperlime
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Revolve Clothing
Discount: Use code "TOBIINSTYLE30" for 30% off your order, usual brands restricted, plus shop new markdowns!
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Saks Fifth Avenue
Discount: Receive Free Shipping on all orders with code 'HOLIDAY9' and take up to 40% off select women's & men's styles, no code necessary.
Sephora
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Steve Madden
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Tory Burch
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Smashbox
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Steve Madden
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Tory Burch
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Tulle
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Ulta
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Urban Outfitters
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Victoria's Secret
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Ulta
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Urban Outfitters
Discount: Receive free shipping on all orders at check out with code "FREEBIRD".
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Victoria's Secret
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White House Black Market
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xoxo,
L
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Frugal is the New Black
Black Friday is one of the B's favorite holidays due to all the fab deals that are out there for everyone!
If you have time this Friday and need to find a great deal try venturing out to some stores for a few HOT deals!
Here are some tips to make your Black Friday a success
1. Plan Ahead! This is really important. You want to have a game plan so that you stay focus on what you need to purchase and impulse buy. Additionally you the stores open up at different times so if you can plan what you need, where to buy and the order you will hit up the stores it will save time in the long run. Check out couponing.about.com for a listing of stores and times they open.
2. Go Early! The best bargains are generally in the early hours so you want to get there early. As mentioned above the stores open at different times so you can hit up the stores as they open if you plan accordingly that way you are there for the best bargain before moving onto your next store.
3. Beware of the loser products! Some stores will give an unbelievable discount solely because they want to get rid of it. Planning what you need ahead of time will let you do a little research on the product so you will know if it falls into one of that category of loser products.
4. Be thankful for your cellie! You can totally check out the competition and determine if you should buy the product at store A or if it is $10 cheaper at store B.
5. Be on the look out for expensive warranties! You can get some major deals on electronic but sometimes a store will sell the electronic with an expensive warranty. Watch out for this if you want to get the best bargains.
7. Check online! With shopping online being super sometimes you can beat the crowds by shopping online or you can get a heads up on the fab deals your fav store is offering.
Enjoy Black Friday!
For more tips check out itimemanagement.earthweb.com.
If you have time this Friday and need to find a great deal try venturing out to some stores for a few HOT deals!
Here are some tips to make your Black Friday a success
1. Plan Ahead! This is really important. You want to have a game plan so that you stay focus on what you need to purchase and impulse buy. Additionally you the stores open up at different times so if you can plan what you need, where to buy and the order you will hit up the stores it will save time in the long run. Check out couponing.about.com for a listing of stores and times they open.
2. Go Early! The best bargains are generally in the early hours so you want to get there early. As mentioned above the stores open at different times so you can hit up the stores as they open if you plan accordingly that way you are there for the best bargain before moving onto your next store.
3. Beware of the loser products! Some stores will give an unbelievable discount solely because they want to get rid of it. Planning what you need ahead of time will let you do a little research on the product so you will know if it falls into one of that category of loser products.
4. Be thankful for your cellie! You can totally check out the competition and determine if you should buy the product at store A or if it is $10 cheaper at store B.
5. Be on the look out for expensive warranties! You can get some major deals on electronic but sometimes a store will sell the electronic with an expensive warranty. Watch out for this if you want to get the best bargains.
7. Check online! With shopping online being super sometimes you can beat the crowds by shopping online or you can get a heads up on the fab deals your fav store is offering.
Enjoy Black Friday!
For more tips check out itimemanagement.earthweb.com.
Happy Thanksgiving
B & L hopes every enjoy their Thanksgiving Day and are
so grateful for every CC reader!
Happy Thanksgiving!!
xoxo
B & L
so grateful for every CC reader!
Happy Thanksgiving!!
xoxo
B & L
Thirsty Thursday
Autumn Apple Punch
Enjoy this autumn treat this Thanksgiving.
Ingredients:
Put the apple juice in a non-aluminum kettle. Tie spices in cheesecloth and add to the kettle. Allow it to simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Get rid of the spice bad. Mix spiced juice with remaining fruit juices. When you're ready to serve it put into a punch bowel, add fruit juice, ginger ale and plenty of ice.
Enjoy!
Recipe from Drinksmixer.com.
Enjoy this autumn treat this Thanksgiving.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 Quart of Apple Juice
- 2 Cinnamon Sticks
- 8 Whole Clove
- 1 1/3 Cup of Pineapple Juice
- 1/2 Cup of Lemon Juice
- 2 Pieces of Orange Juice
- 28 Ounces of Ginger Ale
Put the apple juice in a non-aluminum kettle. Tie spices in cheesecloth and add to the kettle. Allow it to simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Get rid of the spice bad. Mix spiced juice with remaining fruit juices. When you're ready to serve it put into a punch bowel, add fruit juice, ginger ale and plenty of ice.
Enjoy!
Recipe from Drinksmixer.com.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Eye Candy
"Oh, why hello there Don. Roger. What brings you to CC?"
In the words of B, "delicious."
These two men have been the demise of L's motivation for the past few weeks, recapping the first two seasons on DVD.
Moving on...
Lifestyle
Another Crass Post, Brought to you by L!
Definition: Pubic hair that’s been allowed to grow wild; pubic hair that has the potential to scare off potential sexual partners
Example: “If I don’t take care of this sascrotch pronto, I won’t be getting lucky tonight!”
And this post is cordially dedicated to you, T. Consider it an advance on your CLE credits. This post shall be worth +1hr. Document and receive.
Background: In one previous post, L was discussing staying friends with your ex and the appreciated "complimentary beej" that some times (ok, probably more often than not) comes in the awkward phase where you're trying to strike the balance of being friends with your ex, carrying along their excess baggage, and moving forward.
T approached L and did not quite know what a "beej" was.
(Ok, let's pause right there for a moment and get this straight so T does not get made fun of on the playground: He had never seen the act of fellatio spelt that way. You know, phonetically. Not that he didn't know what a "beej" was...per se. Moving on. T, your credibility has been saved. Thank me later.)
Now, to come to T's and other's rescue for possible future posts, L has just so happened to stumble upon this gem: 6 Bits of Sex Slang To Make You A More Cunning Linguist.
(Yea, read that title fast and get the giggles, too. It's Ok.)
A little preview for your reading pleasure:
SascrotchDefinition: Pubic hair that’s been allowed to grow wild; pubic hair that has the potential to scare off potential sexual partners
Example: “If I don’t take care of this sascrotch pronto, I won’t be getting lucky tonight!”
Ok, now get going on your vocab lesson! Quiz Friday!
Hot Mess or Fashion Success?
Dear Mr. Blahnik:
This is why Carrie is not prancing around the streets of New York City in your kicks this year, but is, instead, sporting sky-high Louboutins.
I must ask you, "Really?? What were you thinking?"
This is why Carrie is not prancing around the streets of New York City in your kicks this year, but is, instead, sporting sky-high Louboutins.
I must ask you, "Really?? What were you thinking?" I'm all for "blue" for Resort 2010...but denim pumps??
You might as well suggest that the Canadian Tuxedo is chic. (It is not chic, readers! Never, I repeat, NEVER match denim and denim.)
Your rhinestone detail has not made up for the fact that you put denim...denim! on a shoe. Pleated denim.
I am looking at you with disgust, Mr. Blahnik.
Sincerely,
L
(And, no, readers. This is not a special Manolo crafted for KMart, or even H&M, like Jimmy Choo and his PVC-version shoes. This is a Neiman's find. A Neiman's find retailing at $715.00. The feeling it gives you in the pit of your stomach, like you know something terrible just happened, is why it is online-only.)
Monday, November 23, 2009
Frugal is the New Black
For office casual, one of L's favorite things to do is take a plain, basic t and then load up on the jewelry to dress it up (because anything sparkly can cure a bad mood!). (This look is also boss-approved, as L received the, "You're looking very "Brooks Brothers" today," compliment. Win.)
Together, the pieces are perfect for a workplace's business casual atmosphere and comfy enough for the loooong after-hours class sessions.
Here are a few options to get you started, priced high to low:
Comment below on your favorite office look!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Champagne Martini
Sometimes you just want to celebrate and for those occasions enjoy this delicious martini!
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Add the Absolut Vodka in a shaker filled with ice.
Shake and let it chill for a minute or two.
Next, get two chilled martini glasses and add 1 tablespoon per glass of raspberry puree.
Strain 1/2 of the vodka into each glass.
Strain carefully so you don't disturb the puree.
Add 1/2 of the champagne into each glass.
Here's to you. Enjoy!
Recipe from Martiniart.com.
Sometimes you just want to celebrate and for those occasions enjoy this delicious martini!
Ingredients:
- 3 Ounces of Chilled Champagne
- 3 Ounces Absolut Vodka
- 3 Tablespoon of Raspberry Puree
- 2 Fresh Raspberries
Instructions:
Add the Absolut Vodka in a shaker filled with ice.
Shake and let it chill for a minute or two.
Next, get two chilled martini glasses and add 1 tablespoon per glass of raspberry puree.
Strain 1/2 of the vodka into each glass.
Strain carefully so you don't disturb the puree.
Add 1/2 of the champagne into each glass.
Here's to you. Enjoy!
Recipe from Martiniart.com.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Dusk in Eden
It's that time of year when it starts to get dark at like 4:30 pm.
At least we have longer nights and thus more time to celebrate (responsibly of course) Thirsty Thursdays!
Ingredients:
To muddle you combine ingredients by pressing them together with a muddler (an actual tool believe it or not). To learn more about the art of muddling check out www.barnonedrinks.com.
Recipe from Cocktails.About.com.
It's that time of year when it starts to get dark at like 4:30 pm.
At least we have longer nights and thus more time to celebrate (responsibly of course) Thirsty Thursdays!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 Parts 42 Below Vodka
- 1 Large Slice of Pomegranate, Chopped
- 1 Part Apple Juice
- Dash of Simple Syrup
- Pomegranate Seeds to Garnish
To muddle you combine ingredients by pressing them together with a muddler (an actual tool believe it or not). To learn more about the art of muddling check out www.barnonedrinks.com.
Recipe from Cocktails.About.com.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Kiss Me You Fool
Have you ever had that moment where you and that special someone are staring one another in the eyes just waiting for that kiss?
Have you ever had that moment where you and that special someone are staring one another in the eyes just waiting for that kiss?
Problem though-- the person doesn't get the memo and all you want to do is scream "KISS ME YOU FOOL," but instead, you make the first move and plant one on the person.
If you have had that experience-- this one is for you.
Ingredients:
If you have had that experience-- this one is for you.
Ingredients:
- 3 Ounces Three Olives Chocolate Vodka
- 1 Ounce Black Raspberry Liqueur
Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Thirsty Thursday
Vampire's Delight
In honor of Halloween, enjoy this scaringly delicious treat!
Ingredients:
Combine the Smirnoff, Grenadine, and Lime Juice into a cocktail shaker.
In honor of Halloween, enjoy this scaringly delicious treat!
Ingredients:
- 35 ml Smirnoff Red Vodka
- 10 ml Grenadine
- 100 ml Ginger Ale
- Lime Juice
Combine the Smirnoff, Grenadine, and Lime Juice into a cocktail shaker.
Shake.
Strain over cubed ice.
Top with Ginger Ale.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Hot Mess or Fashion Success?
Neon is one of those hot trends this season, especially neon pink. So if you want to rock this trend, you are going to want to make sure you don't turn out trash, but that you remain class.
As seen below, neon colors can quickly become overkill.
The girl above paired neon green leggings with a neon tie-dyed tank. There was too much going on here to work.
However, there are ways to put neon in your outfit in a classy/trendy way. Here are some tips that will allow you to either dazzle in your neon ensemble or add a little neon punch to your wardrobe.
If you think you are ready to have all eyes on you and you can totally pull it off-- try buying a neon pink dress and pairing it with some cute black booties, black pumps, or black flats. (You probably get the idea with all the black mentioned in that sentence: black and neutrals are going to be your friend.)
As seen below, neon colors can quickly become overkill.
The girl above paired neon green leggings with a neon tie-dyed tank. There was too much going on here to work.
However, there are ways to put neon in your outfit in a classy/trendy way. Here are some tips that will allow you to either dazzle in your neon ensemble or add a little neon punch to your wardrobe.
If you think you are ready to have all eyes on you and you can totally pull it off-- try buying a neon pink dress and pairing it with some cute black booties, black pumps, or black flats. (You probably get the idea with all the black mentioned in that sentence: black and neutrals are going to be your friend.)
If the neon piece is going to be the main part of your outfit, you don't want additional neon colors as accessories-- it will be way too much. So, instead, pair a neon pink dress with black or neutral accessories.
If you aren't ready to sport a neon pink dress but still want to rock the neon, try some of some of these suggestions.
Purchase a neon scarf. Pair the scarf with a black, white, beige, or brown top so your outfit will have a pop of color.
Another way to add neon is by wearing neon-colored bracelets. Again, let the bracelets add the color to the outfit and don't go overboard with the number of bracelets either.
Finally, a pair of neon shoes will add that pop of color to your outfit without it overpowering your outfit. B & L would suggest you don't spend too much $$$ on your neon shoes because you probably won't wear them very often.
If you are looking for some more information try check out associatedcontent.com.
If you aren't ready to sport a neon pink dress but still want to rock the neon, try some of some of these suggestions.
Purchase a neon scarf. Pair the scarf with a black, white, beige, or brown top so your outfit will have a pop of color.
Another way to add neon is by wearing neon-colored bracelets. Again, let the bracelets add the color to the outfit and don't go overboard with the number of bracelets either.
Finally, a pair of neon shoes will add that pop of color to your outfit without it overpowering your outfit. B & L would suggest you don't spend too much $$$ on your neon shoes because you probably won't wear them very often.
If you are looking for some more information try check out associatedcontent.com.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Under Construction
B & L have their pink Tim's on and are doing a little construction to the blog.
Stay tuned, though. We'll be back for the usual Thirsty Thursday post and will announce on Facebook when you should check back for more of your favorite updates!
xoxo
B & L
Friday, October 23, 2009
What was I thinking?
Setting: B just left for school, which as many of you know is in Boston, and is driving down Rt. 128 South in order to get on Mass. Pike (Rt. 90).
As B bears to the right to get on the Pike, instead of staying to her left, Rt. 90E, she bears to her right, Rt. 90W. It wasn't until she reached the tolls to get onto 90W that she realized she was going the opposite way and would never reach Boston! (Worcester, yes. Boston, no.)
As B bears to the right to get on the Pike, instead of staying to her left, Rt. 90E, she bears to her right, Rt. 90W. It wasn't until she reached the tolls to get onto 90W that she realized she was going the opposite way and would never reach Boston! (Worcester, yes. Boston, no.)
Once she recognized the situation, she said out loud to herself, "OH NO! What am I doing?? Calm down B just take a ticket and do a U-turn somewhere."
So, B tried to remain calm as she took a ticket from the toll machine and proceeded to get onto Rt. 90W. B quickly realized that while 90E tends to be zip-zip-zoom right around 4:45p.m., 90W is anything but zip-zip-zoom at that time.
So now B is moving at a snail's pace, watching the minutes tick by on her dashboard clock, wondering when that bridge by the State Police Barracks is going to come up and give her the opportunity to go up and around so that she can change directions.
Phew, she sees it, takes it, and now heads in the right direction!
So, B tried to remain calm as she took a ticket from the toll machine and proceeded to get onto Rt. 90W. B quickly realized that while 90E tends to be zip-zip-zoom right around 4:45p.m., 90W is anything but zip-zip-zoom at that time.
So now B is moving at a snail's pace, watching the minutes tick by on her dashboard clock, wondering when that bridge by the State Police Barracks is going to come up and give her the opportunity to go up and around so that she can change directions.
Phew, she sees it, takes it, and now heads in the right direction!
Not all is perfect, though, as she pulls up to the toll attendant and tries to explain what just occurred. After several minutes, B is finally able to go along her merry way and get to school.
At 6:40 p.m., B looks at the clock and thinks, "wow this class has flown by! I can't believe it is already 7:40!" (7:40 being the time B's class is suppose to get out.) However, the professor still continues to talk and carry on the lecture, even moving to a new topic and a new case. B is not really sure why he could possibly be starting anything new, after all, in B's mind her next class is starting in 10 minutes!
Agitated, B texts L (who happened to be sick in bed) and tells her what is going on. L replies that B will probably have to wait, after all, the class doesn't end until 7:50! B could have sworn it ended at 7:40, but either way-- it didn't really matter she shouldn't be starting a new case at this point in time. So of course B texts L her arguments as to why the professor should not be starting a new case and how she is going to be late for her next class.
B begins to pack up everything (mind you it is only 6:45 PM and B still has approximately 55 minutes to one hour left in class) and sends a text to L letting her know that B was going to leave early so that she didn't miss her next class.
L's reply was simply, "B you're going to have to wait, there is still plently of time."
B completely confused by this text - plenty of time?! Five minutes is not plently of time!! - she decides to look at her digitial clock on her cell phone.
6:48 PM. Shoot!
B sent another text to L: OMG! I thought it was 7:48 PM not 6:48!!
B then spent the rest of the class hoping no one else would notice her mishap. Unfortunately, that did not happen. Right after her class ended her neighbor turned to her and said "You checked out of class at like 6:45....bahhahahaha!"
Luckily, she was able to get in and leave without incident for her last class of the night.
At 6:40 p.m., B looks at the clock and thinks, "wow this class has flown by! I can't believe it is already 7:40!" (7:40 being the time B's class is suppose to get out.) However, the professor still continues to talk and carry on the lecture, even moving to a new topic and a new case. B is not really sure why he could possibly be starting anything new, after all, in B's mind her next class is starting in 10 minutes!
Agitated, B texts L (who happened to be sick in bed) and tells her what is going on. L replies that B will probably have to wait, after all, the class doesn't end until 7:50! B could have sworn it ended at 7:40, but either way-- it didn't really matter she shouldn't be starting a new case at this point in time. So of course B texts L her arguments as to why the professor should not be starting a new case and how she is going to be late for her next class.
B begins to pack up everything (mind you it is only 6:45 PM and B still has approximately 55 minutes to one hour left in class) and sends a text to L letting her know that B was going to leave early so that she didn't miss her next class.
L's reply was simply, "B you're going to have to wait, there is still plently of time."
B completely confused by this text - plenty of time?! Five minutes is not plently of time!! - she decides to look at her digitial clock on her cell phone.
6:48 PM. Shoot!
B sent another text to L: OMG! I thought it was 7:48 PM not 6:48!!
B then spent the rest of the class hoping no one else would notice her mishap. Unfortunately, that did not happen. Right after her class ended her neighbor turned to her and said "You checked out of class at like 6:45....bahhahahaha!"
Luckily, she was able to get in and leave without incident for her last class of the night.
Dating101
Meeting the parents is a big step.
You're nervous. You're hoping his/her parents like you. You're hoping it is nothing like "Meet the Fockers."
Now your worst nightmare happens: the parents don't like you and they have no qualms about showing it. So, what can you do?
Here are a couple of suggestions:
1. Understand where they are coming from. The parents may feel protective of their son/daughter and here you come intruding on their turf. Or, perhaps they are jealous and worried you are going to replace them. Then again it could be that you come from a different background and are afraid you'll have a negative influence on their child. If this is the case show them there is no reason to be jealous by asking for advice concerning their child or show an interest in their background. In time they won't see you as intruding on their turf which will help reduce that initial protective feeling.
2. Don't try to be besties. You goal should not be the parents' new BFF, but rather that you are a good person. If you try too hard it may come off as fake, after all you just met them, they may be your man's or girl's parents, but to you they are strangers. So, go with the mindset they are your equals so it will be easier to be yourself but they aren't your BFF.
3. Make them realize you care. Parents want what's best for their son/daughter so, naturally, they don't want you to break his/her heart. Plus, they don't want put forth the engery getting to know you if they think it will end quickly. You need to show them you care about their son/daughter. Here are some suggestions: hold hands (easy enough), kiss his cheek, or share a story (good, happy, and appropriate ones only!) that highlights how much he means to you or how happy he makes you.
4. Last option. If none of the above worked don't give up - stick up for yourself! If you worked so hard and there is no changing their opinion, you can at least make them respect you for not rolling over and playing dead for them. Plus you don't want esculating problems if this relationship becomes serious.
Information from Cosmopolitan.com, then stylized by B & L.
You're nervous. You're hoping his/her parents like you. You're hoping it is nothing like "Meet the Fockers."
Now your worst nightmare happens: the parents don't like you and they have no qualms about showing it. So, what can you do?
Here are a couple of suggestions:
1. Understand where they are coming from. The parents may feel protective of their son/daughter and here you come intruding on their turf. Or, perhaps they are jealous and worried you are going to replace them. Then again it could be that you come from a different background and are afraid you'll have a negative influence on their child. If this is the case show them there is no reason to be jealous by asking for advice concerning their child or show an interest in their background. In time they won't see you as intruding on their turf which will help reduce that initial protective feeling.
2. Don't try to be besties. You goal should not be the parents' new BFF, but rather that you are a good person. If you try too hard it may come off as fake, after all you just met them, they may be your man's or girl's parents, but to you they are strangers. So, go with the mindset they are your equals so it will be easier to be yourself but they aren't your BFF.
3. Make them realize you care. Parents want what's best for their son/daughter so, naturally, they don't want you to break his/her heart. Plus, they don't want put forth the engery getting to know you if they think it will end quickly. You need to show them you care about their son/daughter. Here are some suggestions: hold hands (easy enough), kiss his cheek, or share a story (good, happy, and appropriate ones only!) that highlights how much he means to you or how happy he makes you.
4. Last option. If none of the above worked don't give up - stick up for yourself! If you worked so hard and there is no changing their opinion, you can at least make them respect you for not rolling over and playing dead for them. Plus you don't want esculating problems if this relationship becomes serious.
Information from Cosmopolitan.com, then stylized by B & L.
