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Hanukkah Giveaway – “Fashion For Dummies”

December 13, 2009 By The Fashionable Housewife

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We are giving away a copy of Jill Martin’s new book “Fashion For Dummies” for Day 2 of our Hanukkah Giveaways!

Packed with photos and illustrations, this full color guide also includes top ten lists such as “Ten Faux Pas and How to Avoid Them.” You’ll also find words of fashion wisdom from top designers and celebrities such as Betsey Johnson, Tory Burch, Cynthia Rowley, and Tyson Beckford. Go from novice fashion-hunter to seasoned fashionista with Fashion for Dummies!

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Filed Under: Giveaways Tagged With: Betsey Johnson, book, book review, Contest, Cynthia Rowley, dressing for any occasion, fashion faux pas, Fashion For Dummies, finishing touches, Giveaway, Hanukkah, Jill Martin, mastering the basics, personal shopper, personal stylist, Review, Ten Faux Pas and How to Avoid Them, Tory Burch, Tyson Beckford

New Book: Fashion For Dummies by Jill Martin

December 2, 2009 By The Fashionable Housewife

Fashion For Dummies is your full-color guide to building a fun, functional wardrobe.

“In Fashion for Dummies, fashion expert and three-time Emmy-nominated television personality Jill Martin and co-author Pierre Lehu help readers build a stylish and functional wardrobe suitable for every occasion. Whether it’s a holiday-chic cocktail party, an 11:00 AM wedding in February, or just an everyday business casual, Jill Martin has you covered. Part reference, part tutorial, the book offers advice on finding clothes that work with your body type and personal style, as well as practical tips on garment construction and navigating the worlds of color, pattern, and texture.

In tough financial times, it’s easy to shy away from spending money on clothes – especially designer clothes. Fashion for Dummies shows you how to put together a high-quality wardrobe without breaking the bank. Shoes, jewelry, and other accessories are given ample coverage, and there’s even a section dedicated to menswear with discussion on basic cuts and styles. Martin’s friendly guidance and professional tips will sharpen your shopping skills and show you how to buy clothing that will look great for years to come.

“Packed with photos and illustrations, this full color guide also includes top ten lists such as “Ten Faux Pas and How to Avoid Them.” You’ll also find words of fashion wisdom from top designers and celebrities such as Betsey Johnson, Tory Burch, Cynthia Rowley, and Tyson Beckford. Go from novice fashion-hunter to seasoned fashionista with Fashion for Dummies!”

After that intro, I was sold! Naturally, I was thrilled to receive my review copy of Fashion For Dummies and it did not disappoint!

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Filed Under: Fashion Advice, Recommended, Reviews, Shopping, Wardrobe Must-Haves, What Not To Wear Tagged With: Betsey Johnson, book, book review, Cynthia Rowley, dressing for any occasion, fashion faux pas, Fashion For Dummies, finishing touches, Jill Martin, mastering the basics, personal shopper, personal stylist, Review, Ten Faux Pas and How to Avoid Them, Tory Burch, Tyson Beckford

Enter To Win “City Chic” by Nina Willdorf!

April 23, 2009 By The Fashionable Housewife

The Fashionable Gal is giving away “City Chic; The Modern Girl’s Guide to Living Large on Less” the new book from author Nina Willdorf.

To enter, all you have to do is leave your name, valid email address and favorite money-saving tip. The winner will be drawn at random, not based on the tip, but she will be posting her favorite tips so everyone can benefit!

Click Here To Enter

Contest ends Wed May 6th at 6am EST.

Filed Under: Giveaways Tagged With: book, City Chic, Contest, Giveaway

A Must-Read For ALL Married Women!

October 10, 2008 By The Fashionable Housewife

Don’t blush! I know the title is scary for some, but hear me out…

Whether your newly married or are celebrating your 40th anniversary soon, this book is a must-read.

The Sexually Confident Wife: Connecting with Your Husband Mind Body Heart Spirit

Shannon Ethridge, author of the million-plus-selling Every Woman’s Battle series, active speaker, counselor, and advocate for sexual integrity, has spent the last 20 years inspiring women to become sexually confident human beings. In The Sexually Confident Wife with warmth and arresting honesty, she shows women how to reclaim their confidence in the bedroom and reconnect with their men on every level. She believes sexual confidence is the right of every woman, and will help readers find that confidence to get back on the right track toward genuine intimacy and great sex.

THE SEXUALLY CONFIDENT WIFE will show women how to overcome all obstacles to their sexual fulfillment and unleash their inner sex goddess by:

· Exposing the wide variety of issues that rob women of sexual confidence

· Equipping women with the tools they needs to overcome sexual inhibitions and distractions

· Encouraging women to embrace their sexuality and celebrate their sensuality, regardless of age, size, or shape

· Helping women explore new ways to enhance pleasure for both husband and wife—complete with instructional drawings of women with real bodies, not human Barbie dolls

· Teaching women how to instill sexual confidence and values in their daughters rather than remain silent as most of our mothers did

Ethridge deals unflinchingly with the most common hang-ups that hold women back in their sexual relationships, and will open a new world of passion for every couple, enabling them to fully enjoy the ultimate, enduring union that marriage can be.

What women are saying about The Sexually Confident Wife…
(excerpted from www.sexuallyconfidentwife.com)

“Wow! What a great book for those of us who grew up in fairly sheltered homes. Unfortunately, since I was fed the thought that “sex is bad” during my teen years, I carried that into my marriage… I look forward to breaking my inhibitions, then sharing this book with other women so we can begin to understand our sexuality from a healthy point of view.” —Kathryn

“I am very thankful for a seasoned woman like Shannon who’s not afraid to step up and be such a practical mentor. We need more than just a Cosmo magazine to become sexually confident wives!” —Lisa

“Oh, my gosh! I NEED this book!!!” —Sandra

“I’ve read many of Shannon Ethridge’s books, and her keen insight into married women and the struggles we all face is incredibly informative and creative. It’s so great to know that I’m not alone.” —Cheryl

GET TO KNOW SHANNON ETHRIDGE BY VISITING: http://www.sexuallyconfidentwife.com/

LEARN HOW SHANNON IS DONATING A PORTION OF HER BOOK SALES TO SOME OF THE LEAST SEXUALLY CONFIDENT WOMEN TODAY: http://www.sexuallyconfidentwife.com/least.php

READ HER BLOG: http://www.sexuallyconfidentwife.com/blog/

Where To Purchase: Buy The Sexually Confident Wife on Amazon.com or your local bookstore like Barnes & Nobles.

Filed Under: Home Life, Recommended, Reviews Tagged With: book, Christian, Marriage, Must-Read, Religious, Sex, Sexuality

Time To Think Pink

October 1, 2008 By Shari Von Holten

Everywhere I go, every magazine page I turn and every website I visit is all about Breast Cancer Awareness. October 1st officially kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness month. I usually don’t like to go along with what everyone else is doing but in this case I feel that this topic is too important not to be addressed. We all know someone or have a friend or relative that has been hit with this awful disease. I am lucky enough to have my mom be among one of the breast cancer survivors. We are all not so lucky. I didn’t have to look past my email inbox to find a few companies that are donating a percentage of their sales towards the fight against breast cancer. Below you will find some of those companies.

1. Bloomingdales has created a “Little Pink Book” where any item purchased in their Little Pink Boutique will go toward a minimum donation of $75,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Shop in Stores or Online.

2. Sea Bags has a cute bag with the pink breast cancer ribbon. 50% of the proceeds will go to the Maine Cancer Foundation.

3. Estee Lauder is offering several limited edition products. The purchase of any of the limited edition products will help Estee Lauder donate $500,000 towards the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

4. Avon Locket Necklace for $5.00 (plus shipping) on Amazon. $3.66 of each locket purchased will be donated to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade.

5. Forever Love is a personal favorite of mine. My cousin, Donna Mavrides, wrote this book in memory of both her husband and her sister who both passed away as result of cancer. This book does a great job of explaining to children about the frightening topic of cancer. Proceeds will be donated to cancer research.

Remember every purchase you make from one of these companies will result in money being donated towards a great cause.

Filed Under: Accessories, Fashion Advice Tagged With: avon, bloomindales, book, breast cancer