Thursday, September 30, 2010
trend watch: BLING CHOKER
guest blogger: GINA HOLZ
We've got a special guest blogger that will be popping up from time to time. Her name is Gina Holz and she's got an incredible eye for design!
Gina is a Los Angeles based interior designer and project manager for a luxury home construction company. Growing up in Los Angeles, Gina was always inspired by the variety of architecture throughout the city. She also draws inspiration from art and, of course, fashion! Gina's design aesthetic includes contemporary lines with traditional accents and pops of color.
Gina will be hitting the streets of Los Angeles and reporting back to us with her design findings and inspirations!
For more design tips follow Gina on Twitter!
today's contest: WINNERS
ANSWER: Kelly Ripa
WINNERS:
Sarah Fink
Brooke Ocher
Shelly Mia
Carla Weiner
Jaqueline Woods
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 cocktail dresses from Fernanda Carniero:
this just in: JMORROW DESIGNS
We've got a new addition today to Badjoan.com, jMorrow Designs. This line is full of gorgeous, handcrafted bags that are practical and fabulous...
jMorrow Designs was founded by designer Jill Morrow and specializes in handbags, diaper bags and accessories all handmade in Portland, Oregon. These bags are made from upholstery weight fabrics that are new and repurposed materials in order to alleviate waste and protect our environment. These pieces feature interesting prints with contrasting trim and interiors as well as unique and fun appliques!
JOAN'S PICK OF THE WEEK: Betty in Dusty Peach
The Betty style bag is actually inspired by the character of "Betty Draper" on Mad Men. Just like Betty Draper this Betty bag is classic 60's with a twist! This bag is made from upholstery weight fabric and textured materials that can hold all your necessities and are perfect for fall. We especially love the Dusty Peach because it is so lady like. It is made from a fantastic vintage fabric that has so much texture and color to it you could get lost in it and then it is finished off with 3 handmade fabric flowers each with a small pearl in the center. You will definitely feel like a proper lady with this elegant find!
jMorrow Designs was founded by designer Jill Morrow and specializes in handbags, diaper bags and accessories all handmade in Portland, Oregon. These bags are made from upholstery weight fabrics that are new and repurposed materials in order to alleviate waste and protect our environment. These pieces feature interesting prints with contrasting trim and interiors as well as unique and fun appliques!
JOAN'S PICK OF THE WEEK: Betty in Dusty Peach
The Betty style bag is actually inspired by the character of "Betty Draper" on Mad Men. Just like Betty Draper this Betty bag is classic 60's with a twist! This bag is made from upholstery weight fabric and textured materials that can hold all your necessities and are perfect for fall. We especially love the Dusty Peach because it is so lady like. It is made from a fantastic vintage fabric that has so much texture and color to it you could get lost in it and then it is finished off with 3 handmade fabric flowers each with a small pearl in the center. You will definitely feel like a proper lady with this elegant find!
this just in: BETH SPRINGER
We've got new arrivals from Beth Springer Handbags today on Badjoan.com! As always these bags are of the finest quality Italian leather and hand constructed in Venice, CA with style and love!
today's contest: GUESS WHO?
*This eye belongs to a famous television host and actress. Correctly identify the woman in this picture and you could win a gift certificate to Badjoan.com!*
CLUES:
-She started her acting career on All My Children and is married to a costar from that soap opera.
-She has 3 children.
-She currently co-hosts a live talk show every weekday morning that films in New York.
-She loves fashion and recently hosted the High Heel-A-Thon to raise money for cancer research.
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*
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
get that look: LAYERED NECKLACE
Take the guess work out of layering necklaces by getting a necklace that is already layered for you! We love Shakira's all-in-one layered necklace look. This look will make your life simple and your outfit fabulous! Get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the Black Beaded Necklace from Rich in Friendship. This necklace features several layers of different black beads all strung together on one clasp. It will make anything you wear that much more fantastic!
get that look: CORAL HEELS
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trend watch: BANGLES
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
get that look: YELLOW DRESS
No matter what the season is you can bring the sunshine by wearing yellow. This color will brighten up any look and can easily be paired with browns and greys to make it look more fall.
Taylor Swift looks adorable as always in a stand out sleeveless yellow dress. You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the Jenny Han Pleated Dress. This dress features a deep v-neck, an empire wasitline and pleated detailing throughout. This dress is great for a day or night event.
today's contest: WINNERS
WINNERS:
Becky Gold
Christina Shein
Annie Cowan
Joanna Rosen
Quinn Kline
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 shiny, chunky, fun jewelry from Rich in Friendship:
today's contest: WORD SEARCH
Bib
Rhinestone
Chunky
Choker
Fringe
Coin
Flower
Stretch
Tribal
GOAL:
All of the different Rich in Friendship 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*
trend watch: DRAPE NECK
You can add a ton of style to your look without the extra effort with a simple drape neck. A drape neck is sexy and still elegant at the same time. Lucky for you we've got some great drape neck styles to choose from right now on Badjoan.com...
The Beautiful People Drape Tunic is a gorgeous and versatile piece! Try it alone and simple with a pair of jeans, or belted at the waist and bloused out, or layered over a tank (for a more modest occasion), or even tucked into a pair of high waisted pants and bloused. Bottom line, this is a fantastic top that you can wear so many ways!
Also from Beautiful People is the Tank Tunic. This piece features an asymmetrical neckline and a slight drape at the front. It is a basic tank with a twist and it is so luxuriously soft you have to touch it to believe it!
Monday, September 27, 2010
get that look: BIG RINGS
Friday, September 24, 2010
get that look: DANGLING DISCS
Both the Antique Bib Necklace and the Large Pendant Bib Necklace feature several detailed discs hanging in a bib-like formation at the chest. The Antique Bib has a rose gold/copper hue and the Large Pendant Bib is more of a bronze. Both are fabulous, heavyweight pieces that will compliment your fall wardrobe!
get that look: CHUNKY GOLD CHOKER
Rihanna stands out like the rockstar that she is in a fabulous chunky gold choker! You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with a couple choices from our newest line, Rich in Friendship. The Chunky Chain Choker features extra large gold links for simple but heavyweight look. The Chunky Rhinestone Choker features a heavy link chain and 3 extra large diamond-like rhinestones for that extra shine! Both are fantastic statement pieces that can go out for a fancy night or just dress up a t-shirt!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
today's contest: WINNERS
ANSWER: Blake Lively
WINNERS:
Ingrid Maron
Adrienne Pike
Whitney Walters
Vicky Triplett
Liz Baddie
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 flirty tops and dresses from Lu Lu Lame:
this just in: RICH IN FRIENDSHIP
We've got a new addition today on Badjoan.com, Rich in Friendship. This line is full of fun, bold pieces at prices that you won't believe! So go ahead, be a girlie girl and adorn yourself in pretty, shiny things!
There are tons of styles to choose from! Everything from necklaces...
...to rings...
.
..to bracelets...
...and so much more!
JOAN'S PICK OF THE WEEK: Black Beaded Necklace
This was a tough one since there are sooooo many fabulous choices! But if we had to choose just one it would be the Black Beaded Necklace. This necklace is amazing; it will literally go with everything in your wardrobe! We can't explain it but put it on with any top or dress and you have an instant and fabulous polished look! It features multi layers of black beads of different shapes and sizes all attached to one clasp. It is layers made simple and right now it is on sale for only $35 marked down from $87!
today's contest: GUESS WHO?
CLUES:
-She is a Los Angeles native but currently resides as a New York gossip girl.
-She dates a Penn.
-She has appeared on many magazine covers including Vogue and Teen Vogue and was voted one of the top "35 Most Stylish Women To Look Out For" by Glamour UK.
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*
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
get that look: MOD MINI
A simple mod mini is a great piece to have in your wardrobe. Wear it with a simple pair of close toe pumps for an evening event, open to platforms if it's warm, or tights and ankle booties or over the knee boots for cooler weather.
Eva Longoria looks adorable in her 3/4 sleeve black mod mini dress and boots. You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the 3/4 Sleeve Dress by Fernanda Carniero. This dress features a color blocked neckline and is made from luxurious silk stretch jersey.
get that look: BLAZER AND JEANS
A great blazer and jeans is the perfect uniform. You can go just about anywhere in it and you can keep changing your accessories to make it look fresh and different!
Sienna Miller looks fabulous and put together as always in her slimming blazer, skinny jeans and effortless accessories. You can put together this entire look right on Badjoan.com for a lot less! Start with the Kasil Benetar jean, throw on the Lizzie Parker Cap Sleeve T-Shirt, stay warm with the Rails Long Blazer and finish the look off with the Avery Jasper Boxy Necklace and the Carla Mancini Top Zip Bag. Now you're ready to report for duty in your fabulous fall outfit that can go with you everywhere!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
get that look: PEASANT BLOUSE
A simple peasant blouse is a fantastic, feminine addition to any wardrobe. This type of blouse can turn any outfit into an effortless, boho-chic look!
Kate Hudson has thrown on a billowy, white peasant blouse with a pair of jeans. It is understated, easy and elegant all at the same time. You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the Jenny Han Butterfly Blouse currently available in White, Cream and Black. It is soft and comfortable and looks great alone or layered over a tank.
And where would a girl be without her accessories?! We love how Kate layered two delicate necklaces to compliment her simple and effortless look. You can put together a similar look with a couple choices from Avery Jasper. Try layering the Mother of Pearl Sheep Necklace with the Retrograde Necklace for a sweet and simple finishing touch!
today's contest: WINNERS
ANSWER: The missing term is Vita
WINNERS:
Jamie Butler
Stephanie Robbins
Elyse Shuman
Monica Blake
Sharona Randol
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 our special Antoinette Lee Handbags sale that ends today:
today's contest: WORD SEARCH
Stella
Dolce
Vita
Grey
Snake
Lua
Spice
Two Tone
Purple
GOAL:
All of the different Antoinette Lee 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*
trend watch: COLORFUL CLUTCH
Don't just grab for basic black, clutch on to some color! A bright, solid clutch can add excitment to a simple outfit. Get this look for less on Badjoan.com today ONLY!
We love an oversize clutch! It is roomy and makes a statement. The nice thing about an oversize clutch in grey is that it ads color without taking it over the top. Get this look right now on Badjoan.com with the Dolce by Antoinette Lee. This gorgeous bag has a removable strap so you can wear it on the shoulder or hold it as an oversize clutch.
Not feeling like playing it safe? Try an eye popping purple clutch! We love how Emma Stone paired her purple clutch with a simple and sexy black dress. This elegant pairing really let's the clutch stand out and be seen! For a similar small clutch look try the Dolcita or for something a little bit larger try the Vita, both by Antoinette Lee.
But hurry, our special Antoinette Lee Handbag Sale ends today!
But hurry, our special Antoinette Lee Handbag Sale ends today!
Monday, September 20, 2010
sneak peak: RICH IN FRIENDSHIP
We have been dripping in jewelry ever since the inventory arrived. It is so fun to be a girlie girl and dress up even the most basic t-shirt and jeans with some statement jewelry. In fact we had a little too much fun during the photo shoot as you can see above! And we can't wait to share the fun with you so look out for these new arrivals this Thursday!
PS - The lovely lady dripping in jewels above is Gina Holz, she is the latest addition to the Bad Joan team! Gina is going to be our "Joan on the Streets." She is hitting the streets of Los Angeles to find out what the real women of LA are wearing. We can't wait to see what Gina finds... stay tuned!
get that look: METALLICS
get that look: SHREDDED SWEATER
Saturday, September 18, 2010
get that look: DOLCE BAG
We love The Dolce bag because it is so versatile. The medium size makes it perfect and practical for day or night. Plus it the strap is removable so you can easily turn this bag into an oversize clutch! This bag comes in a variety of solid and two tone color choices and is made from buttery soft leather right here in the US!
get that look: BIG GREY BAG
Joan sure knows how to pick 'em! The Antionette Lee Stella bag in black is already sold out but never fear ladies because we still have a few grey ones in stock! We love the grey because it's a little bit different but still neutral and great for everyday. And we are not the only ones who love a big grey bag...
Eva Longoria used her oversize grey bag for a recent trip. A big bag is not only perfect for everyday but also great for travel. You can get all your goodies in there plus a great book and a snack for the plane! Get Eva's big grey bag look right now on Badjoan.com with the Antionette Lee Stella bag in grey. This bag is simply a must have and the cool dove grey color is a perfect transitional piece that is great for fall, winter, spring or summer! Grey is the perfect compliment to everything from brown to black to yellow to white or even outstanding colors like red, orange or purple.
Friday, September 17, 2010
get that look: GOLD CHARM NECKLACE
A simple gold charm necklace is the solution to just about any outfit problem. Whether you are wearing something basic, or a print or even other necklaces, a simple piece will fall right into place!
Alexa Chung paired a delicate gold charm necklace with silk top and jumper as a finishing touch. You can get this look right now on Badjoan.com with a couple different charm necklaces from Avery Jasper. The Frog Necklace or the Owl Necklace both feature a simple animal charm on a 14k gold fill chain. They look great layered together or on their own!
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