Wednesday, June 30, 2010

put it together: BEACH OUTFIT

Summer is here which means that you've got to start planning your beach and vacation wardrobe!  It's always a good idea to dress in layers and pieces and bring a big beach bag to carry all your essentials! We love wearing separates to the beach because it gives you options! If you're feeling full from lunch you can keep your top on and let your stomach digest and flatten out before you disrobe. Or maybe you're butt is not looking as good as it did in the mirror at home so you can keep your shorts on while you toss the Frisbee around.


Check out this fabulous outfit we put together from items that can currently be found on Badjoan.com!  We have taken a printed bag and printed bikini that both have white backgrounds and paired them with a sheer, loose white top and white shorts.  Since both prints have white in common they compliment each other and work well with the white outfit.  Here's how you can put this look together...



First you'll need a great bikini.  We love the Kushcush Ava Bandeau Top paired with the Ava Hipster Bottom both in Giraffe Print.  A bandeau offers support without tan lines; you can simply take off the neck tie when you want to lay out.  The hipster bottoms are adorable and offer full coverage.  Plus the sides are smooth, unlike a side tie bikini bottom, so they are easy to wear under shorts.  Next throw on the ecoSkin Basil Shorts in white and finish off the look with the Jenny Han Butterfly Blouse also in white.  This top is sheer and loose which we love because your adorable bikini top can still be seen through it!



Finally you'll need a beach bag big enough to carry a towel and necessities!  The Tucker Paisley Reversible Beach Tote is large and lightweight and, as the name states, reversible.  You can get everything you need in here for a trip to the beach or a weekend away and you can get two different looks out it!  And now it is on sale for only $19!  At that price you just can't go wrong.



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get that look: TWO TONE BLUE BIKINI

We love to throw the old rules out the door and make up our own!  Two tone bikinis are a great way to mix it up and rebel against traditional bikinis.  It is also an economic way to refresh your swimwear because you can buy just a new top or just a new bottom and feel like you've gotten a whole new swimsuit!


Megan Fox is working the two tone bikini look while strolling on the sand.  We love how she's taken a dark blue triangle top and paired it with turquoise hipster bottoms.  You can get this same look right now on Badjoan.com for a fantastic low price!  Pair up the Purp7e Agua Triangle Top in Violet ($18) with the Purp7e Agua Scoop Bottom in Turquoise ($17) and you've got a fun two tone look that can



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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

get that look: PURPLE AND NUDE

We love purple but it is definitely a strong statement color.  When you are wearing a solid bold color it is important to accessories with softer tones so that the strong color will stand out without having to compete for the spotlight!


Miranda Cosgrove looks adorable, comfortable and chic in her one shoulder purple dress and nude pumps.  You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com by pairing the Lizzie Parker Dolman Mixed Media Dress with the Marcello Toshi Rosario Pumps.  This combo is the perfect mix of bold and soft!



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today's contest: WINNERS


ANSWER: The missing term is Apron

WINNERS:
Annie Cowan
Helen First
Candice Wallace
Yolanda Gomez
Lisa Greenblat

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 Jenny Han:





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today's contest: WORD SEARCH


SEARCH LIST:
Eyelet
Ruffled
Maxi
Double Decker
Strapless
Beaded
Apron
Halter
Pleated

GOAL:
All of the different Jenny Han 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 designer name 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*



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put it together: PINK

Some women aren't sure how to make pink work for them, it's almost as if they're afraid to try.  We think, when done right, pink is so flirty and fun and certainly nothing to fear!  All you need to do is add a little edge and you can turn pink into something fabulous and effortless.  Plus, rosey shades like pink or red reflect a warm glow on your skin and cheeks!


Check out this outfit that we put together from items currently available at Badjoan.com.  We have taken a couple different shades and textures of pink and mixed them in with neutral colors so that everything balances out!  The great thing about this outfit is that it can go just about anywhere; work or play, day or night!  here's how you can put this look together...



First things first, you'll need to start with something pink!  We love the Turbo Tee from Le Magnifique in Powder Pink.  It's a soft subtle shade of pink that will help you get your feet wet without jumping in the deep end.  For the edge factor we paired this shirt with the James 213 Knot Mini Skirt.  A fitted mini is a must have this summer and we especially love this one because of the unique twisted knot detail in the front and the shirred sides that help flatter any body type.  To polish the look we like the Rails Crop Blazer in Navy.  Pink and navy are a classic combo.  Plus we love the conservative feeling of the blazer contrasted with the edginess of the mini and laid back vibe of the t-shirt. 
 

Of course you'll need to put the finishing touches on your outfit with some great accessories!  Take the Lisa K Ombre Necklace and double it up which creates a collar along the neckline of the t-shirt and at the same time it doesn't cover up the graphic on the t-shirt.  We love the way the dark pink contrasts with the light pink t-shirt, it makes both items pop while still complimenting each other.  Then grab the Tucker Paisley Joey Clutch which features embossed leather in an alligator print.  The color of the bag is slightly darker than the shirt but not as dark as the necklace and the texture of the bag ads depth to the outfit. 
 
See how much fun pink can be?!




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Monday, June 28, 2010

get that look: STRAPLESS JUMPSUIT


We love strapless jumpsuits because they are so easy to dress up or down.  Wear them with heels and some great jewelry and you've got a nighttime look that is chic and edgy without being over the top dressy.  Or throw on some sandals and go to Sunday brunch!  You can get this versatile look right now on Badjoan.com with Knot Jumper from Farron Elizabeth...


This strapless jumpsuit is super soft, lightweight and has a comfortable and easy fit.  It's perfect for summer!  It is currently available in Grey, Stretch Denim, Purple, and Heather GreyThey are on sale now for only $53 marked down from $240!




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get that look: RAILS PLAID


Check out Rails plaid shirts featured in this week's US Weekly!  Celebs are loving the soft, colorful Rails plaid and now you can get the summer tank top version at Badjoan.com for less!


We've got the long tank version which looks great paired with a mini skirt, jean shorts or skinny jeans.


Or try the crop tank version!  We love this short version for summer.  Wear it alone with high waisted pants or layered over another tank or even over your bathing suit with jean shorts!



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Saturday, June 26, 2010

get that look: HOT PINK HALTER BIKINI


It's no secret that we think hot pink is... well... HOT! And clearly we're not alone! Annalynne McCord looks amazing poolside in a hot pink halter bikini. Hot pink is a fun, flirty, eye catching color that is perfect for your summer vacation! You can get this look right now at Badjoan.com with bikini separates from Purp7e Agua that are priced UNDER $20! That is a hot deal for a hot look!


Want a complete poolside look?  Throw on the Candice Held Vivian Silk Scarf Dress and the Purp7e Agua Large Crochet Hat and you're ready for lunch... or a margarita!



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Friday, June 25, 2010

get that look: SHIRRED PENCIL SKIRT

If you've got it flaunt it!  And if you don't got it?  Fake it!  A pencil skirt that is shirred on the sides is a great way to hide flaws and accentuate the positive.  The shirred sides create a visually slimming effect while at the same time giving you a little bit of extra fabric that you can move around to camouflage the areas you're not crazy about.


Kim Kardashian definitely has a rockin' bod but she also knows how to work it.  Her shirred skirt with a blouse tucked in and belted at the waist flatters her hourglass figure.  You can get a similar look right now at Badjoan.com with the James 213 Shirred Pencil Skirt in Black or Grey.  Looks great with a shirt tucked in and belted (like Kim) or with a loose top which will draw attention to your long legs!




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Thursday, June 24, 2010

today's contest: WINNERS


ANSWER: Julianne Moore

WINNERS:
Karen Ko
Linda Harris
Marilee Pierson
Mary Steadman
Brie Silver

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 handbags from Carla Mancini (sale ends today):




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this just in: JENNY HAN


New Jenny Han arrivals today on Badjoan.com! These arrivals are feminine, flattering and fun! Lightweight, easy fits that are perfect for all your work and play needs this summer!


JOAN'S PICK OF THE WEEK: Eyelet Top
You just can't go wrong with this top!  It is sooooo adorable and such an easy fit.  We love it with short shorts or skinny jeans.  The lightweight top is perfect for summer and features a paisley print and eyelet detail.




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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 won a Daytime Emmy Award for her role on As The World Turns.
-Her first major feature film was Boogie Nights and she recently appeared in the film A Single Man directed by Tom Ford.
-She has 2 children with her second husband.
-She can be seen in the most recent Bulgari ad campaign.

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*



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