‘clothing’ Category

22 March 2010

Giveaway: Macy’s gift card

By: Jessica B.
Tagged: Giveaway, clothing

On my main blog, I posted about a rather unfortunate spring clothes shopping experience, which reinforced to me why I need to get back in shape.

So while I’m working on that, I’m strictly checking out the spring fashions online (for now) and putting together cute outfits and accessories in my head.

I’ve used Polyvore before to put some cute outfits together but found it to be a bit overwhelming and some pieces I used in my outfits I know I could never afford in real life. Then, I got an email about a similar site that isn’t as overwhelming and has items I can afford. I’m listening! It’s Macy’s Fashion Director Web site, where you can create your own outfit from some of the seasons hottest trends and enter to win a $500 Macy’s gift card.

That would easily help my closet get ready for spring and get me excited to get back in shape :)

I spent about an hour on this site the other night putting together two cute outfits, one with my first summer stable, a dress and a day/night outfit with pants and a fun top. I loved a lot of the choices on the site and I’ll be going to check a few out in person too.

Here are my designs:

And to help my blog readers get ready for spring and get those creative outfit juices flowing, I have one $50 Macy’s gift card to give away!

Here’s how you enter:

  • Leave a comment with your ultimate summer clothing must-have (please also leave a valid email address too)
  • For an extra entry: Tweet about this giveaway (please leave a link to the tweet in the comments)
  • For two extra entries: Mention and link to the giveaway on your blog (please leave a link to your post in the comments)

The giveaway is open from now until 10 p.m. CT, Monday, March 29.

Good luck!

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10 September 2009

JCrew Stretch Bootcut Cord

By: Jessica B.
Tagged: Review, clothing

I love JCrew, but it’s like the boyfriend who treats me badly (by taking all my money) and taunting me with things I cannot have. But I still bow before its alter whenever I can and after a trip to the outlet store last year, I developed a new JCrew crush, in the form of courderoy pants. And that love affair was just recently rekindled.

JCrew Stretch Bootcut Cords

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How much they cost: Currently $79.50

Where you can buy them: JCrew stores and JCrew.com

What I like about them: First, they are SUPER soft and comfortable. When you put them on, they fit like a glove without being uncomfortable (like freshly washed jeans can feel like). They are comfortable in the hips, butt and stomach. The colors are very diverse and flattering and they wear still really well after being washed (just remember to do it inside out!). They also run very true to size, which is great for me because I know what to grab when I go in. Wearing these with a tee and sweater or even a jacket is going to be great for fall!

What I don’t like about them: Being petite, I found that the “short” size is difficult to locate in stores and the regular length is kind of long so I’ll definitely need to get mine altered. But for how comfortable those pants are, I’d rather alter them than sacrifice them :)

I got a pair last year at the outlet store for $13 (no, I’m not kidding) and while I hate paying full price, I didn’t get to wear them enough and refuse to sacrifice a cool day without them :) And yes, I’ll likely get another pair once they do go on sale at the end of the season too!

Do you wear cords? Or what styles of cords usually look best on you?

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09 August 2009

Giveaway winner/review of Gap’s Perfect Boot jeans

By: Jessica B.
Tagged: Giveaway, Review, clothing

First off, thank you everyone for entering the giveaway for the Gap jeans coupons. I really loved everyone’s comments and love that there are so many Gap jeans fans out there!

Here are the winners, courtesy of Random.org:

  • Ashley – Eclectic Connoisseur
  • Shannon – Shannigans

Congrats! Please e-mail me at: myeverydayadventures@gmail.com with your addresses! Thank you again for everyone for entering.

Okay so now that you’ve hopefully checked out Gap’s new jeans, I wanted to share my review of the Gap Perfect Boot cut jeans, which Brand About Town sent me as part of my hosting duties.

  • How much it costs: $69.50 (available in light/dark washes)
  • Where you can find it: Gap.com and Gap stores
  • What I like about it: First, the wash. I LOVE deep blue jeans and my pair (the dark wash) was perfect. Love the color. I also got mine in the “ankle” length because I’m petite and it is just the right length. Perfect for flats and long enough for heels too. The mid-rise waist also provides good coverage on my “spare tire,” pulling it in without muffin topping over or feeling like I’m squished
  • What I don’t like about it: The jeans definitely fit a bit snugger than past Gap jeans I’ve purchased. Maybe it’s the ankle length (being for petite women) but these are definitely a more fitted look. But they feel good in the legs and the I won’t lie, the butt is looking good too. Sadly I won’t be posting photos of my butt :) Sorry

Sorry for the bad photo! Bad lighting

So do you prefer dark or light wash jeans?

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02 August 2009

Giveaway: Gap jeans

By: Jessica B.
Tagged: Giveaway, clothing

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That’s right, if you’re joining me from my regular blog, you know that I’m doing a little giveaway for my readers thanks to Brand About Town and the Gap.

I have two coupons to giveaway, each good for one free pair of Gap jeans. That’s right, a free pair of jeans.

This coupon is good in-stores only and can be applied toward any of the following styles:

And because I’m all about presentation, you’ll actually receive the coupon in an adorable Gap “Born To Fit” canvasy bag.

Isn’t that cute? Each of my party guests got one so I wanted to save some for my readers too that couldn’t be there.

How to enter: Leave a comment below telling me why you want or need a new pair of jeans, or if you’re a Gap jeans fan, what style is your favorite. Only one entry per e-mail address too.

You can also receive an additional entry if you tweet about the giveaway using the hashtag #borntofit. If you do tweet about it, please leave a link to your profile in the comments too so I can verify it (no offense).

Giveaway closes on Friday, August 7.

Good luck! I’ll be back shortly with a full review of some Gap jeans too.

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