Bad Joan goes to Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

When Bad Joan arrived at the pumpkin patch she headed straight to the scary skull slide!  At first she had to slide alone but quickly made a friend to help her down the second time around ...

... After the slide Bad Joan ventured over to the petting zoo ...

... Then she road a giant rocking horse ...

... She made a very stylish friend with a fabulous colorblocked sweater so they chatted about fashion ...

... but apparently Bad Joan didn't give out the best advice ...

... Next she headed over to the pumpkin decorating booth ...

... and then she set sail on a pirate ship with the help of a fantastic crew ... 

... After all that Bad Joan was a little tired so she found a place to sit ...

... Finally, she found a pumpkin that was just her size ...

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

What Bad Joan is wearing:

- Jesslyn Dress by Emma and Emilie - Retail $145 / Sale $49

- Flare Trench by Cameo - Retail $287 / Sale $110

- Royal Knot Necklace by Josefina de Alba - Retail $118/ Sale $40

- Amour Hoops by Jennifer Elizabeth Jewelry - Retail $110 / Sale $34

- Basic Leggings by Etoix - Sold Out

- Boots by Fornarina

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Bad Joan

this just in: EMMA AND EMILIE

Today at Badjoan.com we've got new arrivals from EMMA AND EMILIE!  Check out just a few of the styles for sale at over 60% off of retail ...

CLICK HERE TO SHOP THESE ITEMS!

... This line features luxury basics with cutting edge style. Plus all the pieces are made locally in Los Angeles from eco-friendly fibers!


AND we've got another treat! We've just reduced all of our OTIS AND MACLAIN inventory to $20 or less! Check out a few of the styles that fall into this price range ...

CLICK HERE TO SHOP THESE ITEMS!

... And there are so many more styles but they are selling fast so get your favorite before it's gone!


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Bad Joan

last chance sale: ZOVO LOUNGEWEAR

We still have some amazing loungewear items from Zovo right now on Badjoan.com at even more amazing prices!  BUT this inventory will only be for sale through Friday and then it's gone!

Zip hoodies are all the rage among celebs like Hilary Duff, Ellen Pompeo, and Reese Witherspoon.  Now you can get stylishly comfortable too for amazing prices...

French Terry Cotton Hoodies by Zovo are on sale right now for ONLY $18 REDUCED FROM $160! 

100% Cashmere Hoodies by Zovo are on sale right now for ONLY $74 REDUCED FROM $345!

Plus we've got adorable pajama sets in silk cotton blends starting at just $16!

CLICK ON THE IMAGES TO START SHOPPING AND SAVING!

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Bad Joan

get the look: NICOLE RICHIE YELLOW DRESS

Nicole Richie attended the Environmental Media Awards where she put a Fall spin on a bright yellow dress.  She used bronze and silver accessories to give the dress a warmer and more neutral tone.  This is a great way to bring some of your spring/summer items into the cooler months ahead!

Here's how you can put together this look for less:
- Silk Tank Dress by gadogado - Retail $185 / Sale $35
- Calypso Bangle Bracelet by Jennifer Elizabeth - Retail $85 / Sale $25
- Antique Shield Ring by Rich in Friendship - Retail $50 / Sale $22
- No Baggage Foldover Clutch by Lesa Wallace - Retail $195 / Sale $85
- Lorena Platform Pump by Dollhouse - $39

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Bad Joan

trend watch: MILITARY JACKET

CLICK HERE TO BUY THIS MILITARY FLARE TRENCH!

Military jackets are everywhere you turn these days.  Why?  Because they rock and they go with everything!  Jessica Simpson was spotted in a casual all black look and loose military jacket while Vanessa Hudgens rocked her military jacket over a pair of print shorts.

Right now at Badjoan.com with have the Military Flare Trench Jacket by Cameo.  This is a fun take on the traditional military jacket look.  It looks great hanging loose and open or show off your waistline by tying the sash belt at the waist.  The best part is that this jacket is on sale for $110 reduced from $287!

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Bad Joan

special order: BAD JOAN'S FAVORITE FEDORA

Bad Joan absolutely loves her Vintage Style Fedora by Sweet Evie, and apparently so did everyone else because we sold out of them pretty quickly at Badjoan.com.  BUT now we are able to get them for you on special order! 

This fedora is perfect for any time of year.  The color is not too light for fall and not too dark for summer, it is the perfect neutral tone that goes with any season and any outfit.  The best part is that this hat normally retails for $100 but we've got it on sale for ONLY $38! 

Click HERE to place your order today!

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Bad Joan

trend watch: ANIMAL PRINTS

Grrrrrrrr! Show your wild side with a fabulous animal print. Animal prints are all the rage right now and Badjoan.com has a bunch of animal print options for less! Check it out...

CLICK HERE TO SHOP THESE BAGS!

Animal prints can be a bold move. If you're not sure how to jump into this trend then just put a toe in with an animal print bag.  You can't go wrong by incorporating a fun animal print bag into a simple outfit.  Jessica Simpson rocked this look with a simple maxi dress, jean jacket and leopard print bag.  You can get this look for less with the Carla Mancini Animal Print Cross Body Bags.  These adorable bags are available in a variety of animal prints and are on sale right now for only $38 marked down from $145!

Stripes are another fabulous trend, and you can put a fresh take on them with an awesome Zebra Print! Fergie was spotted in a military and zebra print dress.  This is a fun twist on both the animal print trend and the stripes trend. 

You can get the look for less right now on Badjoan.com with these pieces:
- Zebra V-Neck by Etoix - Retail $60 / Sale $28
- Zebra Cross Body Bag by Carla Mancini - Retail $145 / Sale $38

Rachel Weisz posed for Lucky Magazine in a tasteful leopard print top and kept the rest of the outfit simple. 

You can steal this subtle and sexy look for less with these items:
- Animal Print Long Sleeve Top by Jenny B - Retail $55 / Sale $23
- 1969 Stretch Velvet Skinny Jeans by Gap - $69.95
- Nancy Hoops by Jennifer Elizabeth - Retail $225 / Sale $62
- Ella Cuff by Jennifer Elizabeth - Retail $145 / Sale $42
- Lovely Platform Pump by Dollhouse - $35


Get out there and go WILD!

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Bad Joan

music: CULTS

Bad Joan has a style crush on Madeline Follin from the band Cults.  BJ went to see Foster The People in concert at the Wiltern Theater the other night and got a nice surprise when Cults opened the show!  The band has a very vintage vibe in both their sound and appearance.  During the show Madeline wore a black eyelet mini dress and mary jane flats... and she definitely rocked!

For more info on the band visit their website HERE!

Cults members Madeline Follin and Brian Oblivion (image from the band's site)

(image taken from HERE)

If you don't already know the band here is a little taste; the video for their song "Abducted." It is definitely a fantastic song but Bad Joan's current favorite song on the album is "You Know What I Mean." So after you're done watching the video go to iTunes (or your favorite music spot) and listen to that song as well!

After the show Bad Joan got to go backstage and hang out. BJ chatted a bit with Madeline about her super long and fantastic hair; her secret is that she rarely cuts it, she only gets very minimal trims. Too bad BJ had just gotten her hair cut earlier that day, she could have used Madeline's advice a little sooner!  Oh well!

What new music are you listening too? 

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Bad Joan

get the look: JESSICA ALBA BLACK MAXI AND CARDIGAN

Black and white doesn't have to be boring; you can mix up this basic color palette with different prints! Jessica Alba chose a black and white motif for this casual look.  She wore a comfortable black maxi dress but added depth with a striped cardigan and textured tote bag.  It's classic with a little pop! 

Here is how you can steal this look:
- Extra Long Boy Tank Dress by Otis and Maclain - Retail $160 / Sale $46
- Zig Zag Jacket in Black Print by Lotta Stensson - Retail $245 / Sale $69
- Antique Silver Pendant Necklace by Rich in Friendship - Retail $55 / Sale $25
- JCourtney Bag by Big Buddha - $95
- Flika Tasseled Sandal by Dollhouse - $29

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Bad Joan

photography: SARRA FLEUR ABOU-EL-HAJ

Sarra Fleur Abou-El-Haj is a talented, up and coming fashion photographer.  She has worked with companies like Elle, Marie Claire, Chanel, Cover Girl, Harper's Bazaar and more!  Her work is so gorgeous and inspiring that it just has to be shared.  For more info on Sarra visit her website HERE.

Check out some of Bad Joan's favorite shots...

Hope you are having a wonderful and inspiring weekend!

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Bad Joan

this just in: JENNIFER ELIZABETH JEWELRY

We've got a new addition today at Badjoan.com - JENNIFER ELIZABETH JEWELRY. This line is handcrafted in New York and is full of vintage inspired styles with a modern twist!

Check out unique fringe styles ...

... and sleek metal pieces ...

... and MORE!

These gorgeous pieces normally retail between $100 - $300 but Bad Joan has them listed at up to 70% off of retail!

Happy shopping!

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Bad Joan

today's contest: WINNERS

ANSWER: Mia Farrow

WINNERS:
Jackie Cooke
Tiffany Williams
Marisa Campbell
Marilee Pierson
Natalie Powers

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.

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Bad Joan

today's contest: GUESS WHO?

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

CLUE:
-She was briefly married to Frank Sinatra and then lived with Woody Allen for many years. 

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
-Winners will be announced in a separate blog post at 2:00pm pst today!

If you don't win a prize today check back here every 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*

get the look: JENNIFER GARNER PRINT DRESS AND CARDIGAN

Jennifer Garner took her kids to the pumpkin patch in lightweight print dress and cardigan.  As you might have guessed from Jennifer's outfit, it's still pretty warm here in Los Angeles!  But whether it is warm in your neck of the woods or starting to cool down you can still interpret this look into your fall wardrobe.  Jennifer let her fun print stand out but complimenting it with solids; a simple solid cardigan and neutral flats.  Simple accents is the easiest way to showcase your favorite printed look!

Here is how you can shop Jennifer's look:
- Merengue Silk Dress by gadogado - Retail $185 / Sale $36
- Button Down Cardigan by Cameo - Retail $110 / Sale $34
- Foldover Messenger Bag by Carla Mancini - Retail $620 / Sale $198
- Stella Flats by Blowfish - $39

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Bad Joan

get the look: RACHEL MCADAMS RED DRESS AND BOOTS

Rachel McAdams stepped out in a sexy short sleeve red dress and long pendant necklace.  She turned this short dress into a Fall look by adding knee high boots with knee high socks peeking out the top!  This look is simple and flirty and works for day or night!

Here is how you can put the look together:

-Candy Striper by Tt Collection - Retail $110 / Sale $18
-Recycled Leather Necklace by Sweet Evie - Retail $97 / Sale $42
-Textured Knee High Socks by Joy of Socks - $7
-Farron Boots by Blowfish - $89
-Rose Clutch by Tucker Paisley - $225

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Bad Joan

Bad Joan goes to Knit Culture Studio

It's starting to feel like Fall in Los Angeles so Bad Joan decided she needed some new knitting projects!  There is an adorable little knitting store right near the Badjoan.com office called Knit Culture Studio.  They have a variety of fabulous yarns and they also offer classes if you want to learn how to knit or even just improve your skills.  Plus, right now they have an amazing window display of the anatomically correct, knitted skeleton by artist Ben Cuevas!  You can see a picture of the skeleton below and for more info on this incredible piece click here.

Check out Bad Joan's latest trip to the knitting store...

When Bad Joan arrived at the knitting store she looked around at all the colorful yarn for inspiration ...

... she also looked through pattern books ...

... then she tried on readymade pieces to get some ideas; like this rosette and cable knit collar ...

... and this adorable chunky knit beanie ...

 ... eventually Bad Joan bought some yarn and hurried home to start on her new projects!  Check back soon to find out what Bad Joan ends up knitting this Fall/Winter! 

What Bad Joan is wearing:
- Scarf - hand knit by Bad Joan
- Flow Sweater by Beautiful People (We've got the Flow Top by Beautiful People available right now on Badjoan.com, it's the same silhouette in a lighter material)
- Jeans - Gap
- Boots - Fornarina
- Rings - Vintage
- Bag - Tiffany & Co
- Eternal Coil Bracelet by Josefina de Alba - Retail $58 / Sale $27
- Roman Bracelet by Josefina de Alba - Retail $65 / Sale $30

What hobbies or projects are you working on this weekend?

GTBB,
Bad Joan

Photo Credit - Erica Bardin

PS - If you live on the Westside of Los Angeles Bad Joan also recommends Jennifer Knits for equally fantastic yarns and inspirations!

spotted: AMBER VALLETTA ON REVENGE IN CARLA MANCINI

Quilted Shoulder Bag by Carla Mancini - Retail $420 / Sale $169

Amber Valletta's character, Lydia Davis, on the new hit TV show Revenge, was wearing the Carla Mancini Quilted Shoulder Bag!  As you know Carla Mancini is one of Bad Joan's favorite designers and lucky for you we have this same style on sale right now in black!

This bag is perfect for day or night; it's big enough to carry your essentials but still small enough for evening.  It is a great piece for any time of year and because it's black it goes with everything!  Click on the image above to go directly to the product page and check it out.

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Bad Joan

today's contest: WINNERS

ANSWER: Christina Ricci

WINNERS:
Tian Vaca
Dori Somers
Roya Haber
Catherine Moss
Amy Hall

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.

GTBB,
Bad Joan

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!*

CLUE:
-She went from Wednesday to a Pan Am stewardess.

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
-Winners will be announced in a separate blog post at 2:00pm pst today!

If you don't win a prize today check back here every 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: CHUNKY BELTS AND BRACELETS

The October issue of Elle Magazine features the Victoria's Secret models (including Miranda Kerr seen here) all decked out in chunky jewelry.  The running theme is both wrists stacked with chunky charm bracelets, plus chunky chain and leather belts across the waist.  Check it out... 

Right now at Badjoan.com you can get this look for less!  We've got the exclusive on a line called Bilitis; vintage deadstock from the late 1980's.  This means that not only can you get the look for less but you'll have pieces that no one else will have!  Here is how you can put the Elle look together with some of our Bilitis pieces...

CLICK HERE TO SHOP THESE ITEMS!

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Bad Joan