Vampires are still hot.  But  thanks to “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” the monster currently atop Hollywood’s A-list is the werewolf. Or better yet, as Shakira has so nimbly introduced, the She Wolf!  Problem is, I don’t want to be either for Halloween.
A witch is always an easy costume to throw together — a clingy black dress, black boots, and a pointy black hat.  My hairdresser plans to dress up as Wonder Woman and her stylists will be Cleopatra and Foxy Brown.  Great ideas.
If  a sexy costume is your thang, Edressme has some pretty hot dresses on sale that can be easily …read more

Are you still stocking your summer wardrobe?  Then you need to stop by Public Library.  No, not your local book branch, but the hip apparel website.  Public Library offers a collection of style trends inspired by cool people, places, and things.  
I’m particularly fond of the Africa-theme Samburu tees; a portion of sales go to the Samburu Project to provide fresh water for the Samburu community in Kenya.
 
 
The t-shirts are a hit with celebrities including Beyonce, Jessica Alba, and Halle Berry.  Here’s your chance to scoop up a Public Library tee — 25% off until June 30.  
Enter the discount code …read more

I know I’m asking a lot of questions this week, but I love it when Hot Mama Daily readers talk back.  So I want to know, am I the only urbanite still pondering the purchase of yet another pair of gladiator sandals? 
I bought a brown leather pair from Nine West at the end of last summer and they are surprisingly super comfortable. 
Because of that, I’d like to purchase this pair of black studded “Ruffian” gladiator sandals, currently on sale  for $69.99 with an additional 30% off.
Be honest with me Hot Mamas.  Do you think the gladiator trend is over or …read more

I cannot stress how much I love H&M.  The tres chic retailer supplies the latest fashions at recessionista prices.  Today I stopped by the H&M on 5th Avenue in Manhattan and scooped up a cute black top with metallic stripes for only $10. 
There were also plenty of trendy hanbags for $5-10; my closet overruneth with totes, purses, clutches, and hobos, so I had to resist the urge. 
I’m not sure when the sale ends, so hurry to an H&M near you.

Image credit: H&M

Memorial Day Weekend means two things: cookouts (I wish someone would invite me to one) and sales (no invite required).  Oh, and if you reside near the water or were smart enough to plan a tropical getaway, the holiday weekend also means spending time on the beach.  
Wherever you’re headed this holiday weekend, be sure to stop by Old Navy on Saturday (May 23) for the $1 flip-flop sale.  That’s right, this Saturday you can score Old Navy flip-flops for only one buck!  But don’t be greedy — there’s a limit of five pair per customer.
 
 
 
Image credit: Old Navy

Don’t miss this deal.  Nivea is offering a free sample of Sun-Kissed Beautiful Legs Moisturizer lotion and get this — 20 percent off  your entire Newport News catalogue purchase with use of the discount code “501.”  Hurry, this offer ends June 15.
I haven’t purchased anything from Newport News before, but the Nivea discount prompted me to peep the online catalogue.  And guess what?  The website has some really cute, inexpensive summer basics.
Here are a couple finds that piqued my interest:

 
 
Image credit: Newport News

New York designer Erica Simon’s newest collection is called “Diyite,” the Haitian word for “dignity.”  Simon is donating 25% of the collection’s sales to SOIL, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting soil resources, empowering communities, and transforming wastes into resources in Haiti — one of the poorest yet most culturally rich countries in the western hemisphere. 

Simon’s inspiration for the collection came from a seed necklace from Haiti she received as a gift.  Her handcrafted Diyite necklaces ($160) are made with sterling silver, smoky quartz, and job’s tears, and represent her version of hand-made peonia-seed necklaces straight Haiti (also available for $16; 75% of proceeds …read more

Peggy Li is a San Francisco-based designer whose work has been featured on TV’s “Private Practice,” “Buffy, the Vampire Slayer” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” as well as in the pages of teenVogue, Lucky and Oprah magazines.  
“I’ve had the good fortune to work with great people in the TV biz,” she says.  ”They know they can get pieces that are wearable or even tailored to their character from me. My work isn’t too trendy, but it’s always fashionable.”
The Taiwanese-American’s work is unique, easy to wear, and affordable.
She adds:  ”I make what I love — delicate, fun, feminine designs. I’m often inspired by fashion …read more

Mother’s Day is right around the corner.  So what are you going to get your Mom or treat yourself to?  Well, allow me to introduce  Andrea Lucille’s lovely, contemporary jewelry.  The New York City designer’s work is inspired by natural and organic forms, and her bold yet delicate designs combine 18 karat gold and sterling silver with gemstones and pearls.  Every item comes with a pouch and gift box.
Here’s a bonus: Hot Mama Daily readers can use the discount code, thanks09, for an additional 10% off any Andrea Lucille Designs online purchase. 
Happy shopping!
 
 
 
 
 
 

Sterling Silver teardrop necklace w/cultured black pearl, $160.
Sterling …read more

Loella Medina is a self-taught designer who crafts beautiful jewelry from precious and semiprecious stones. Read Hot Mama Daily’s interview with the Dominican Republic native (see photo), who has great gifts for Mom on sale in her Etsy stores.  
Hot Mama Daily: What’s the inspiration for your jewelry?

Loella: Overall my jewelry collections are inspired by my Caribbean culture which is a colorful, flirty, and happy. I like to use bright colors for my designs and so even the smallest pairs of earrings will stand out.  
HMD: What are your favorite stones and materials to work with?
L: I use precious and semi precious gemstones; …read more