Hungry?

My hubby & I love to go to Jamba Juice for a healthy snack.  I usually get carrot and orange juice.  Now, I'm OBSESSED with their Energy Bowls.  Their low in fat, high in antioxidants, and delicious!  My fav is the Mango Peach Bowl.

It's the perfect little snack when you need something healthy, filling but not to heavy.  It got me thinking...  how can I recreate this at home?  I wanted a snack that was low in fat and calories too.  This is what I created::

Ok, not as pretty.  Here is what's in it::  Pistachio Pudding (make with Unsweetened Almond Milk), Plain Fat Free Chobani Yogurt, Banana & Plain Granola. It's 303 calories & 2 grams of Fat.  If you want to slim this down leave out the Granola.  It keeps me full and from eating other random snacks while watching TV at night.  Hopefully my photography skills will improve and I'll show you some pics of the other combinations that I create.  

Let me know if you have a great snack to share! 

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Looking for Feedback

Ok, I've been blogging for a couple of weeks now.  I'm averaging 50 views each day but I'm not picking up many followers on Twitter, Pinterest or Google+.  I'm looking for some honest constructive feedback.  What brought you to my page?  Is there an article that needs improvement?  What would you like to see when you visit?  What would make you return?  Comment below or send me an email dressmeforless@gmail.com

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Happy Halloween!

Pumpkin Spice Everything

What's up with this Pumpkin Spice craze?  I'll admit I love Pumpkin Spice coffee, cookies, whoopee pies & oreos.  You have to pause and think...  What is in Pumpkin Spice?  It's literally just a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice.  I'm sure you've read the article that circulated around Facebook about the Starbuck PSL.  Did you really think there was Pumpkin in your coffee anyways?  Now that you know add this to anything you want.  Go crazy on Pinterest and find all of the recipes you hope to make one day.  As October comes to an end I'm going to continue to indulge in everything Pumpkin Spice.  I hope you do too!

Tap This App:: Cartwheel

Do you shop at Target?  Of course!  Now the real question... Do you use the Cartwheel app?  If not, you're losing out on great savings.  From groceries to clothes.  You can get an additional discount on most of their products.  How does this majical app work?  Just download the app and create an account.  While shopping around scan the bar code of an item and it will reveal if there's a discount.  What I like about this method of couponing or discount is it doesn't entice you to buy due a promotion.  You planning on buying that shirt, chips or book anyways.  Why not get 5-25% off?  Check out the deals I have in my cart::

Happy scanning!

What is Haute?

Remember in the early 2000s it was Couture everything?  Slap the word Couture on something and voila it's high fashion!  Juicy Couture, Romeo & Juliet Couture, Doggie Couture...  Do I need to continue?

PS Juicy is now sold at Kohl's

Fast forward 2014, all the buzz is about Haute.  What is Haute?  It's french for Couture.  The real question, how do you pronounce it?  I was in the break room at work.  As usually the girls were huddled around complementing each other: Love your dress...  bracelet...  Where did you get it?  So the website HauteLook was brought up.   This is a tricky word...  It looks like a fancy spin on HOT.  Nope, it more like Aute.  Think of the "H" as silent.  Need an example?  Click Here  How to not sound obnoxious while saying it?  My suggestion... now that you know how to say it (if you didn't already) don't correct people in public.  Next, say it fast.  I hope this helps if you're in the break room complementing your co-workers on their awesome taste in fashion you can gracefully say Haute and tell them about all of the great deals you got on HauteLook!

thredUP:: Donate Your Clothes for Cash & Charity

Last month, I shared with you my experience with Fashion Project. I donated gently used clothes and received a $40 Nordstrom Gift Card. Plus, Fashion Project donates 55% of the net proceeds to a charity of your choice. The only restriction is the donated clothes needed to be from a list of approved brands. When I donated a month ago it was much move flexible with brands like Aqua & Banana Republic. Now, it's a higher price point from Chanel to Parker. Still a great idea with a noble mission.
I was sharing this with my sister-in-law and she told me that she donates to thredUP.  They accept clothes, shoes, accessories & bags.  From brands like Old Navy to Joie.  On average she received $10 each for her items.  Anything that threadUP resells for $20+ goes on consignment.  If you don't agree with their asking price you can realist your item and receive a % of the sale.  I decided to investigate for myself...

Right now, thredUp is waving the $4.95 deposit fee to order a bag.  You can chose to take a gamble and not request return shipping.  Another option is pay $12.99 so they can send back the items they aren't going to buy.  This isn't taken upfront but deducted from your overall sales.  They have a nifty calculator so you can get an idea of what your clothing is worth to them.  thredUP has a charity component as well.  You can use them as a vehicle for school fund raisers, camps or a non profit.

I've cleaned out my closet of clothes, accessories and shoes.  I send items from Express Dresses to NWT belts to my coveted DVF (it doesn't fit me anymore).  I'm looking forward to earning some cash for my gently used and new clothes.  I'll post a follow up article on the results!

Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas

Halloween is a week away and you don't have a costume?!  

No worries, here are a few ideas to choose::

Orange is the New Black

You can stop by any uniform store or use our Amazon Prime to buy scrubs.  I found these Name Badges on Amazon for $12.99 to make it official.

Starbucks Cup or Latte 

You probably drink from this cup everyday.  Grab a long white tee, add the Starbucks logo, and drink specifics.  See this pic I found on Pinetrest for more ideas.

Image borrowed from Henkaa's Blog.  

This easy to do Starbucks Latte is adorable & classy.  You just need to make the sign & straw.

Sugar Skull

You can go to Sephora and book a makeover.  Technically the service is free you just need to purchase of a $50 Gift Card.  The card doesn't need to be used the same day of purchase.  If you're a fan of this blog that's probably the cost of your next Sephora run anyways.  Make sure you call in asap and let them know that you aren't looking for the typical concealer, blush & mascara makeover but someone who can do a Sugar Skull face.  Match it with black leggings/skinny jeans & black tank or white flowing dress.  

Miley Cyrus

Just apply read lipstick, wear a white tank, jean shorts, & carry a teddy bear.  Done!

True Blood

We just ended the final season of True Blood.  The best way to pay your respect is to dress up as a Merlotte Waitress.  I found the shirt on Amazon with the apron.

Happy Trick or Treating!

Want to Try Urban Decay Naked3 for Free?

Hopefully, you just enjoyed my Urban Decay Naked Palette Review.  While I was drafting the post I received a follow on Twitter from Bezel Box.  So I started to explore their website and loved it!  It seems that subscriptions is the new trend these days for dog toys, clothing, food and now accessories.  Out of all of the possible products I like subscription accessories the most.  When I'm shopping online or at the store I have a hard time visualizing how they will coordinate with outfits and mixing & matching individual pieces.  With the monthly subscription the whole set is picked out for me.  Plus, it will push my fashion identity with items I might've not picked out on my own.  See below for a sample of the Bezel Box Boho.

I promis I'm getting somewhere with this story.  While browsing the site and their twitter page I discovered the Urban Decay Giveaway.  It was serendipity at it's finest.  I want Naked 3 and they're giving it away.  It's really easy to enter you just start my logging in with Facebook or your email, tweet, follow in Instagram & Pinterest.

Plus a bonus, you can win Urban Decay Vice 3!  You have until Halloween to enter!  If I win, this will be the perfect opportunity to review Naked 3.  For good karma, I will giveaway Vice 3.  Sound fair?  If you win, please let me know.  It will make me feel like a winner too!  Good luck!

Deal of the Week:: Marc Jacobs Bentley Bag

I feel like everyone owns a Tory Burch or Michael Kors.  I understand there are few designer brands at a fair price point so the pickings are limited.  I think purchasing a new bag as an investment.  It's the one item you wear everyday without fail.  I try to make one large purchase a year so I need something thats good for work and the weekend.  Plus, a color that will last all seasons.  I don't travel light so I need a larger bag that can accommodate my wallet, sunglasses, makeup bag, hand sanitizer, book, and whatever else my hubby needs me to "hold" for him.  Larger bags normally mean a higher price.  Right now MJ has select bags at 30% off.  I made this a Deal of the Week since the best I've ever found an MJ bag (that isn't a weird color) is at 20% off.  My choice is the Too Hot to Handle Bentley Bag at $348.60 and free shipping.  Enjoy!

Review:: Urban Decay Naked Palette

It seems like you can never go wrong with Urban Decay's Naked Palettes.  Whenever I get my makeup done at Sephora they always use a combination of different brands for my concealer, blush, eyeliner but the eyeshadow is always from the Naked family.  I got the first Naked Palette a few years ago.  I wore more makeup at that time in my life so I was loving all of the combinations there were available to me in a one stop shop.  Great to bring on a vacation since the nude colors could stand alone for the day time no makeup look.  At night, I was able to do a purple or bronzed smoky eye.  Even after a few years & regular use I still have my original case.  There are a few colors that are almost gone like Naked & Sidecar.  Those shades look great with no contouring needed.  The case is made of felt so it doesn't stay as clean as I would like for something that holds shadows that go on my face, but no biggie.    

A year later, I put Naked 2 on my birthday wish list.  Ironically my Dad (not my Mom but my Dad) bought it for me.  I got it December 2013.  He told me that it was hard to find and sold out at most Sephora's.  I thought it was really sweet that he went to three different beauty stores to get me a gift.  That's another story for another day.  Back to the palette....  I was SO EXCITED to get it.  All of the hype and anticipation.  Finally, it was ALL MINE!   I think the only reason it was hard to find at that time was due to the holiday season and Naked 3 was released.  People probably defaulted to the Naked or Naked 2 when they couldn't purchase Naked 3.  Urban Decay put together another great collection of day to night colors.  I wear Foxy & Bootycall as a base or for my no makeup daytime look.  For night, I love using Tease as a blending color for most combinations.  You can mix and match bronze, browns and purples.  It's a really versatile combination of shades.  If you're a real makeup pro dare to use Blackout as a contour.  I have a liner brush and dab it in water to use it as a eyeliner for my upper lid.  The case for this one is plastic which is an improvement from the original Naked.  However, on the daily I still use the original Naked over Naked 2.

My one complaint: they don't sell all of the shades separately.  My favorite color, Sidecar, is only availably in the palette.  That means the only way I can get more when I run out is to buy another palette.  Most of the colors are available for individual purchase.  I'm just a little bummed I can't buy a single serving of the one I use the most.

Beside the great color combinations I think these palettes are so popular due to the price point.  You receive 12 colors for $54.  More importantly a generous amount of shadow and quality colors.  I wear makeup everyday and my Naked Palette's are still holding strong.   I think that's why I haven't felt the urge to buy Naked 3.  Maybe my Dad will remember my love for these covated shadows and I'll have a sweet surprise for my birthday in a few months.  If you're ready to buy now I suggest going to Ebates to get 4% cash back, this handy coupon code for a Free Urban Decay Deluxe Pencil Sample plus Free 3-Day Shipping!

MCM

My MCM is my hubby!

Yes I know corny but with all of the #MCM & #WCW I think we forget about the person we should find most attractive in life.  So take a minute tonight look your hubby in the eyes tell him that you love him and give him a big kiss!

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R&R

Looking for a spa weekend?  I found a great deals on Groupon::

Remember, go to Ebates first for 6% Cash Back.  When checking out use the code SPA15 for 15% off.

I've been to the Seven Seas Spa before and enjoyed the experience.  It's located at the Newport on Sunny Isles Beach ((a little hidden gem in South Florida)).  When I went I made a day of it.  Got there early and hung out in the lobby (shown above).  Once you're done relaxing and getting papered head out to the beach.  There you can continue with relaxing in your tiki and baking in the sun.

With the Groupon price, discount & Ebates your fabulous spa day is $79.10

Fall Polish Trends

I love getting my nails done.  For some it's about the process, but for me it's about the color.  I love the experience of picking it out.  It's like a new outfit every two weeks.  To keep it interesting I try to chose a different color for my hands and toes.  I found this article about Fall Colors.  I liked the selection of brands, prices and textures.  I think I'm going to do Trance on hands and Chinatown for my toes!

Deal of the Week:: Haute Hippie

Have you heard of Haute Look?  It's part of the Nordstrom family & they offer limited-time flash sales events.  You just need to sign up!  So my find of the week is this sexy little black dress::

Want to an additional discount?  Don't forget to go to eBates first and get 2% cash back!

So to sum it up::  You get a classic black dress by Haute Hippie for $137.17, your choice of size & free shipping!  If you get it please share pics with me!

Vote for Lucy!!!!

I entered my #furrylittlebaby in a #Publix photo contest.  Please show her some #love and for her today & again tomorrow:  http://www.publix-pet-contest.com/vote#entry-11817

$40 Nordstrom Gift Card Follow Up

Sorry for the wait....  

This is a follow up to my article $40 Nordstrom Gift Card to Donate Clothes... WHAT?!

I love Fashion Project's mission!  If you send in 5 items from their approved brand list and you will receive a $40 Nordstrom Gift Card.  Plus, 55% of the proceeds go to your charity of choice.  My Uncle has a disability and benefits from many of the programs offered by Best Buddies.  So they were my charity of choice.

I went to my closet and the cleanings began.  When my hubby caught wind of the send in your gently used clothes, get money & support an awesome cause... he was inspired to do some cleaning out too.  To be safe we sent in 12 items in case any of them didn't qualify.  It took about a week for them to process my bag.

I received an email stating my items didn't qualify.  I immediately wrote them back because I was extremely careful that I sent brands within their guidelines and in almost new condition.  They said there was a processing error and I will receive my Nordstrom Gift Card soon.  I got it in the mail in a pretty package (picture coming soon).  Felt great to clean out my closet, give to charity & make some money!

Plus, I like that they track what you're sent and will give you credit towards future donations as well.

If you want to do the same go to Fashion Project, request a bag, and fill it up!

NM Last Call $50 off $100

Sorry I'm sharing this so late in the day but there's still a few hours to shop!

Neiman Marcus Last call is offering $50 of a full price purchase of $100!

Or shop in store tomorrow.

Great way to get brands like DVF, Jolie and Haute Hippie!

If you use it please share with me any awesome finds!

MCM Jared Leto

Yes my MCM is Jared Leto! 

 

Now let me explain why.............................



Enjoy : )

 





The truth behind nail art...

Everytime I'm on Pinterest I see all of these amazing ideas for my nails.  The tutorials make it look so easy.  Once you try it it's a total disaster!

I saw this article on buzz feed that I needed to share.  Plus, it made me feel better that I'm not alone!

http://www.buzzfeed.com/ailbhemalone/pinterest-nail-art-fails?bffbdiy&s=mobile

C'mon Get Happy!

Remember Ebates? Double Cash Back On Luxury Sites This Week!

 

Addicted to shopping online?

So you're going to buy those awesome shoes at Bloomingdales anyway, right? 

Just go to Ebates and get 6% cash back!



3% Cash Back

8% Cash Back

Just a few samples from the site.... It's free, easy & you get paid to shop!

WIN WIN!

I Believe....

$40 Nordstrom Gift Card to Donate Clothes... WHAT?!

I normally ignore the Ads that show up on my fb newsfeed.  This ONE caught my eye....

Earn a $40 Nordstrom Gift Card

when you clean out your closet for charity

So I had to click on it and find out more...

It's pretty awesome, simple & I wish I thought of it.  Simply go to Fashion Project:  https://www.fashionproject.com/i/dressmeforless

You can request a prepaid envelope or print the shipping label from home.  Send 5 gently used approved brand items (both men & women clothes).  You get $40 & FP resells your clothes to a happy new home!
PLUS they send a portion of the revenue to a charity of your choice.  I chose Best Buddies.

In short... you help others, get a gift card & shop.... Did I say I think this is AWESOME!

Go clean out your closet!