Monday, February 28, 2011

get the look: EMMY ROSSUM BLACK AND WHITE PRINT


Black and white doesn't have to be simple or boring.  Emmy Rossum took a fun black and white print and paired it with a solid black vest and necklace.  You can get a similar look right now on Badjoan.com by pairing the Lotta Stensson Tie Dye Tank with the Purp7e Long Vest and the Etoix Basic Leggings.  Complete the look with the Samanca Dreamland Necklace.

get the look: SARAH JESSICA PARKER UPDATED BRIEFCASE


For today's busy woman looking good and staying in style while juggling a busy career can be a challenge!  Get Sarah Jessica Parker's updated briefcase look right now on Badjoan.comThe Stella Bag by Antoinette Lee is large enough for your laptop, paperwork and everyday handbag items.  It is the modern take on the old school boxy briefcase!

get the look: KATE HUDSON PAISLEY SCARF


Kate Hudson was spotted cuddling up to her beau Matt Bellamy in a blue and white paisley scarf.  You can keep your own neck cozy in a similar paisley scarf look with the Tucker Paisley Signature Scarf available right now on Badjoan.com.  This scarf is sooooo soft you won't want to take it off, plus it is lightweight enough to wear into the spring.  Available right now in Purple, Orange, Black and Brown.

Friday, February 25, 2011

get the look: VANESSA HUDGENS LOOSE TUNIC AND LEGGINGS


Get Vanessa Hudgens' loose tunic and leggings look for less right now on Badjoan.com!  Right now we have several printed loose tunics available from Otis and Maclain.  These tunics have an easy fit and bold, fun patterns.  Throw them on over the Etoix Basic Leggings and accessorize with some fun jewelry for a complete look!

You can also wear these tunics layered over another printed shirt...


Or wear the button down version as a vest...


get the look: CAMERON DIAZ SILVER BIRD NECKLACE


Accessories are crucial to any outfit, even if you are just going for a workout.  Cameron Diaz kept it appropriately simple for her workout with a silver bird charm necklace.  You can get a similar look right now on Badjoan.com with the Vintage Silver Owl Necklace by Avery Jasper.  This piece is perfect for everyday use no matter where you are going!

get the look: LADY GAGA BLUE DRESS


Okay, so normally we wouldn't even know where to begin when trying to get Lady Gaga's look.  But she recently appeared in Vogue in attire that was a lot more user friendly.  We especially love this sexy blue dress with its plunging neckline and rich, solid color.  You can get a similar look right now on Badjoan.com with the Cowl Neck Mini Dress by Lotta Stensson.  This piece is great alone or push it up a little around the hips and wear it as a tunic over leggings or pants!

Thursday, February 24, 2011

get the look: JESSICA ALBA BLACK AND BLUE DRESS


Get Jessica Alba's sweet and feminine black and blue look right now on Badjoan.comThe Santorini Tuck Dress by Antoinette C is soft, comfortable, flattering and can easily go from day to night.  To recreate Jessica's look simply throw on the Purp7e 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan and accessorize with the Carla Mancini Foldover Clutch and the Avery Jasper White Jade Earrings.

today's contest: WINNERS


ANSWER: January Jones

WINNERS:
Aileen Linden
Tracy Melman
Raya Tarrant
Alana Weiner
Brenda Fenster

Thank you to everyone who participated in today's contest! All winners will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your gift coupon to Badjoan.com.

And don't forget to check out what's on sale right now at Badjoan.com, like new arrivals from Lotta Stensson:


this just in: ANTOINETTE C


We've got new arrivals from Antoinette C today on Badjoan.com!  Gorgeous, unique and colorful embroidery on soft and flattering silhouettes.



BAD JOAN'S PICK: Phoenix Jacket
This unique and flattering jacket features a stand up collar that flows into a ruffle.  Under the ruffle is an easy zip closure.  The jacket has pintuck detailing on the sides and back that flatter and accentuate the natural waistline.  This piece has subtle floral embroidery along the front and also includes an outline of a bird at the back.  The Phoenix Jacket is currently availabe in Brown and OliveNormal retail is $213, Bad Joan's price is $80!

today's contest: GUESS WHO?


*This mouth belongs to a famous actress. Correctly identify the woman in this picture and you could win a gift certificate to Badjoan.com!*

CLUES:
-She is a Betty.
-She is the first month.
-She used to date a famous opera singer.

PRIZES:
-A $10 gift coupon to Badjoan.com will be awarded to the first 5 people to correctly identify the woman in the photograph posted above.

HOW TO ENTER:
-Send an email to discountcode@badjoan.com with your answer
-Be sure to include your answer along with your FULL name
-Check back here today at 2:00pm PST to see if you won!

If you don't win a prize today check back here every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am PST for more opportunities to win!

*Your email address will be kept private. You must be at least 18 years old to participate. Limit one win per customer per day. Any returnable items purchased with a gift coupon may be returned for store credit only. If you return an item purchased with a gift coupon your store credit will reflect the amount spent beyond the gift coupon dollar amount. Gift coupons are not redeemable for cash. Gift coupons must be used at the time of purchase and cannot be applied to past purchases. Gift coupons cannot be combined with any other offers and cannot be applied to items in the Final Sale/Blowout section*

trend watch: ORANGE DRESS

Bold, solid colors are making their way in for spring in a big way and orange is definitely rising to the top of the heap!  Diane Kruger, Kate Bosworth and Irina Shayk are only a few of the celebs who've been spotted in the stunning color.  Get this look right now on Badjoan.com...


The Lotta Stensson Shirred V-Neck Dress comes in a vibrant shade of orange.  This flattering dress features shirred sides that you can move around to camouflage and/or accentuate your shape.  Want to know how to accessorize this piece?  Check out this look we put together...



Wednesday, February 23, 2011

get that look: EMMA WATSON DOUBLE CUFFS


Move over Wonder Woman, Emma Watson has her own double cuffs that look tough to fight off bullets but feminine enough to flank a cocktail dress.  You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the Stretch Cuff by Rich in Friendship.  This cuff features a wide gold band with a rectangular black stone down the front.  It is on sale right now for only $37 reduced from $96; which means you can buy 2 for less than the price of 1!

get that look: MALIN AKERMAN BLACK WITH WHITE CARDIGAN


We love how Malin Akerman mixed things up a bit by throwing a white cardigan over an all black outfit.  You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com by putting the Doie Mill Valley Cardigan over the Otis and Maclain Mini Boy Tank an the Etoix Basic Leggings.  Throw in a splash of neutral color with the Lesa Wallace No Baggage Clutch.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Shopping without Gilt


Don't be a victim of buyer's remorse...

The Thread Social plaid dress seen on the left is on sale right now for $129.  That's a little steep!  We've got a similar look right now on Badjoan.com for only $55!  The Bow Sundress by Lu Lu Lame features a plaid print, natural waistline and bow detail at the chest.  Great for spring/summer and easy to carry into fall by adding tights and a blazer!

today's contest: WINNERS


ANSWER: The missing term is Jordan

WINNERS:
Lisa Benjamin
Stephanie Garvey
Donna Karp
Brie Norman
Dina Shelton

All winners will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your gift coupon to Badjoan.com.

Thank you to everyone who participated in today's contest! If you didn't win today check every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am PST for more opportunities to win!

And don't forget to check out what's on sale right now at Badjoan.com, like new arrivals from Kasil Denim:


trend watch: LARGE RINGS

Whether you are on the red carpet or out to dinner large rings are a fun addition to any outfit!  Get this look for less right now on Badjoan.com...


Jewel earned her name with a extra large gold floral ring.  Get a similar look with the Rhinestone Flower Ring by Rich in Friendship.


Sofia Vergara took a bite in style with a little help from a large gold ring.  The Titanic Ring by Rich in Friendship has a similar look and a stretch band so it will fit any finger comfortably even after you're bloated from a delicious (and stylish) dinner!

today's contest: WORD SEARCH


SEARCH LIST:
Devious
Shotgun
Jordan
Vixen
Tar
Slim
Boot
Archer
Benatar

GOAL:
All of the different Kasil Jeans descriptive terms listed above can be found in the word search puzzle EXCEPT ONE. Correctly identify which style name is missing from the word search puzzle and you could win a gift coupon to Badjoan.com!

PRIZES:
-A $10 gift coupon to Badjoan.com will be awarded to the first 5 people to correctly identify the descriptive term that does not appear in the word search puzzle.

HOW TO ENTER:
-Send an email to discountcode@badjoan.com with the name of the missing designer.
-Be sure to include your answer along with your FULL name.
-Check back here today at 2:00pm PST to see if you won!

If you don't win a prize today check back here every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am PST for more opportunities to win!

*Your email address will be kept private. You must be at least 18 years old to participate. Limit one win per customer per day. Any returnable items purchased with a gift coupon may be returned for store credit only. If you return an item purchased with a gift coupon your store credit will reflect the amount spent beyond the gift coupon dollar amount. Gift coupons are not redeemable for cash. Gift coupons must be used at the time of purchase and cannot be applied to past purchases. Gift coupons cannot be combined with any other offers and cannot be applied to items in the Final Sale/Blowout section*

Gossip Girl Fashion

When it comes to Gossip Girl we are hopelessly addicted.  What's not to love?  Pretty people doing scandalous things; the perfect way to start off the week.  But above all we love the clothes!  Here are a few looks from the show that you can get into your wardrobe for less on Badjoan.com...

LEAF NECKLACE

LONG PRINTED ROBE

SEQUINS AND SCARVES

HOBO BAG

GREY BLAZER AND WHITE DRESS


Monday, February 21, 2011

get that look: JESSICA STROUP WHITE LAYERS


White on white can be a crisp, clean and interesting look if you mix in layers and textures.  Jessica Stroup looks fresh and fabulous in her white knit top layered over a white tank dress.  Get this look right now on Badjoan.com by layering the Purp7e V-Neck Tunic over the Doie Santa Monica Obi Dress.  Accessorize with the Rich in Friendship Antique Shield Ring and the Samanca Saya Necklace.

get that look: RACHEL BILSON GREY DRESS WITH BLACK TRIM


Get Rachel Bilson's grey dress with black trim look for less right now on Badjoan.com with a couple options from Fernanda Carneiro.  For a short sleeve look try the Short Sleeve Colorblock Dress which features a ribbon detail at each shoulder.  Or for a strapless look try the Strapless Screenprint Dress which features a geometric print along the bottom edge.

Friday, February 18, 2011

get that look: EVA LONGORIA SKINNY JEANS AND PINK PUMPS


Eva Longoria make her pink pumps pop by keep the rest of her outfit sleek and simple.  You can get a similar look right now on Badjoan.com by throwing on the Kasil Benatar Skinny Jean with the James 213 Dolman V-Neck Top.  Carry around all your goodies in style with the Antoinette Lee Stella Bag and add a splash of color to your look with the Marcello Toshi Joya Pump

Watch out Eva, here comes Bad Joan!

get that look: ELLEN DEGENERES AND PORTIA DE ROSSI AVIATOR GLASSES


Ellen Degeneres and her sweetheart Portia De Rossi were spotted looking stylishly in love in hers and hers aviator glasses.  You can get this look for less right now on Badjoan.com with the Fillmore glasses by Initium.  This sleek style features a metal frame and polarized lenses with UVA/UVB protection!

get that look: CAMERON DIAZ SWEATER AND JEANS


Cameron Diaz was spotted rocking her signature laid back California style and now you can get a similar look for less right now on Badjoan.com!  Start with the Kasil Devoted Boot Cut Jeans which will quickly become your favorite pair of jeans.  Then layer the super soft and lightweight Ribbed Cowl Neck Sweater over the extra long Button Front Camisole both by Beautiful People.  Finish the look off with the extra large and fabulous Stella Bag by Antoinette Lee.  Poof! We've just turned you into Cameron's twin!

Thursday, February 17, 2011

trend watch: GOLD FOLDOVER CLUTCH


No matter what color you've got on or what style you're rocking a gold foldover clutch will compliment any look!


Right now on Badjoan.com we have a couple gold clutch options.  The Lesa Wallace No Baggage gold clutch has a circular cut out and can actually be worn as a clutch or open as a hand held bag.  The Tucker Paisley Rose Foldover Clutch features a smooth surface and sleek appearance.  The Rose Foldover is a Bad Joan exclusive and is custom made just for you in Los Angeles, CA once you place your order.

special event: KASIL DENIM SALE

We've got new denim arrivals from Kasil today on Badjoan.com...


Tons of styles and washes to choose from...


As always Kasil delivers premium denim and fantastic fits that are made in Los Angeles. And, as always, Bad Joan delivers them at low low prices!

There is one catch... We've only got this incredible selection at these prices until Sunday!



BAD JOAN'S PICK:  Devoted Boot Cut in ArcherDecisions decisions... a great pair of jeans goes a looooong way and there are so many great pairs to choose from today.  But if we had to choose just one it would be the Devoted Boot Cut Jean in the Archer Wash.  The Devoted style is a classic boot cut fit and the Archer wash is a strong blue that feels seasonless.  These jeans can go from day to night, dressed up to casual and spring to fall.  In other words, they are a must have!

today's contest: WINNERS


ANSWER: Elizabeth Taylor

WINNERS:
Jaime Dexter
Casey Golden
Kelly French
Heather Childs
Lisa Hanover

Thank you to everyone who participated in today's contest! All winners will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your gift coupon to Badjoan.com.

And don't forget to check out what's on sale right now at Badjoan.com, like new arrivals from Antoinette Lee:


today's contest: GUESS WHO?


*This eye belongs to a famous actress. Correctly identify the woman in this picture and you could win a gift certificate to Badjoan.com!*

CLUES:
-She appeared in her first film at the age of 9.
-She was born with a mutation that caused double rows of eyelashes which served to enhance her beauty and appearance on camera.
-She has been married 8 times to 7 different men.
-She was very good friends with Michael Jackson.
PRIZES:
-A $10 gift coupon to Badjoan.com will be awarded to the first 5 people to correctly identify the woman in the photograph posted above.

HOW TO ENTER:
-Send an email to discountcode@badjoan.com with your answer
-Be sure to include your answer along with your FULL name
-Check back here today at 2:00pm PST to see if you won!

If you don't win a prize today check back here every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am PST for more opportunities to win!

*Your email address will be kept private. You must be at least 18 years old to participate. Limit one win per customer per day. Any returnable items purchased with a gift coupon may be returned for store credit only. If you return an item purchased with a gift coupon your store credit will reflect the amount spent beyond the gift coupon dollar amount. Gift coupons are not redeemable for cash. Gift coupons must be used at the time of purchase and cannot be applied to past purchases. Gift coupons cannot be combined with any other offers and cannot be applied to items in the Final Sale/Blowout section*