Well, I can tell you where I’ll be..the Sassy Chicks Holiday Fashion Bash!

Sassy Chicks Bash

AND: FIFTY of you will win a pair of tickets to join me!

I know all of you are up at the butt-crack of dawn today for Black Friday, so you may need some inspiration…I know I do. (I’m chomping at the bit to see what the Apple sale will be…)

Essentially, the Sassy Chicks bash — which is held on December 2nd at the Hotel Penn (401 7th Ave.) from 5pm – 10pm (VIP entry from 5 pm-6:30 p) is a magical wonderland where shoppers receive a Holiday Gift Guide with gift items under $40 – what we are all looking for, this year.

(Actually, I’m looking for gifts under $20, if possible…but I may then have no friends left…)

The won VIP tickets include early entry at 5pm, complimentary cocktails courtesy of X-rated, a free gift with a lingerie or make up goodie, & complimentary spa services. There’s also going to be shopping — discounts up to 80% off designers such as Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, DVF, Nanette Lepore and many, many more. So cross off names on that holiday shopping list and don’t miss out!

To win: Visit www.sassycitychicks.com and enter coupon code ‘SHOPAHOLICS’ at checkout to win a pair of
ickets. The first 50 people to enter the code at check-out win!

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Bandai America

About fifteen years ago, when I was barely out of grade school…I had dirty dreams about Tommy the Green Power Ranger. And, yes, when he bacame the white ranger, I still sort of dug him, but he was less fun. Why? Because, well, much like my Angelus complex, I like bad boys. And I can’t kick it. Alas.

(Hey, who remembers that’s where Sarah Brown got her start? She played Heather, the home-wrecker.)

Anyway, Bandai America’s Power Up Video Challenge is a cool new contest that rewards kids for playing with their toys and could earn them up to $10,000 for a future college fund and other prizes.

What does my entirely inappropriate power ranger fantasy have to do with this? Well, in this challenge, kids ages 3-13 along with their parents are being challenged to view a Power Rangers “cliffhanger video” online featuring the Power Rangers toys and then submit their own unique ending in a mini-movie video or story-board at Bandai.com.

THEN, the winning video and/or story-board entries will receive $10,000 and $1,000 in cash prizes respectively. This goes on to December 15 – which by the way is the week of my birthday – but meanwhile, we’re going to give one ShopaholicsDaily.com reader a Power Rangers action figure bundle so that they can potentially be used in a submission video or as a fun holiday gift. The bundle will include fun stuff like a Deluxe Formula Megazord, a Racing Performance Cycle & Figure, and some Power Rangers action figures. Some child – or nutty adult woman – will love you!

(And yes, I’m totally scoring a green ranger. I promise not to use it for bad things.)

To have your chance to win, please choose any 2 ShopaholicsDaily posts from the past two weeks and leave a comment. Earn extra entries by RT-ing this contest – I’m @alywalansky on Twitter.

Thanks, and good luck! Deadline is November 24.

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AJWright.com

It was one I am familiar with: I had flown out to Boston last fall to have a similar meeting with TJX (TJMaxx/Marshalls, of which AJWright is a family member) and learned a lot – about how their buyers get the deals, and just how far the deals can take you. Essentially, they take advantage of department store overstock, and end up with current-season merchandise at a fraction of retail.

But even I wasn’t ready for this experience. AJWright is sort of to TJ Maxx what Old Navy is to Banana Republic – the seen-as-scrappy little brother who will be the one who save the world.

OK, not the world. But tons of money.

Armed with an $100 gift card, I ventured out with my mom today to see just how far I could stretch the dollar. (Or, $100, as the case may be.)

Within an hour, I left with two heaping shopping bags.

Inside:

a totally hot pink lace nightie

matching g-string

two thongs

mini food chopper

pink polka dot flannel pjs

spatula

thigh-high gray “suede” boots (OK, they aren’t real, but no one knows that)

mustard thigh-high “suede” boots

black long-sleeve t-shirt (no name, but a staple)

six pairs of black knee high socks (LIVE in these)

pink print opaque tights

baking pan for mini cupcakes

baking pan for regular-sized cupcakes

a box of fancy chocolate

shower curtain

**** I think that’s it….total cost: $80.89!!!

Is that unbelievable or what? This is all totally cute stuff, at up to 70% off discount and chain store prices! Crazy. It’s like better than a sample sale, and you can try on too!

Just so you can experience a little bit of this on your own, I am awarding one reader a $50 gift card to AJ Wright. To have your chance to win, please share the best buying bonanza experience you ever encountered…how much you spent, and how much you got for it! Deadline to enter is December 1, good luck! Please earn extra entries by RT-ing this contest on Twitter. (I am @alywalansky)

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And maybe one of them will get the chance. I just learned that Anne Klein are giving away a pretty dreamy getaway includes: a super dreamy 5-night getaway to the El Dorado Royale Resort in Riviera Maya in Mexico! (It was voted one of the top 100 hotels in the world!)  They’ll also get roundtrip airfare, accommodations, massages and the most amazing food you’ll ever eat. (Trust me on this, I’ve been there.)

Now, I’m not able to have influence on who wins that trip. Like at all. (Or I’d be winning it.) But just in case you want a fabulous wardrobe if you do win, I’m giving away a $200 Anne Klein gift card!!! We have set up a special and unique link you can include on your post, this way we can track how many great entries we received thanks to you!

To have your chance to win the gift card, visit AnneKlein.com and shop around – and then come back and tell me what you would spend your gift card on if you won in the comment section below. Earn extra entries by RT-ing this contest (I’m @alywalansky on Twitter) – deadline to enter is November 2! Good luck!

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Some of of its cool aspects:

Image: V Moda

1. They have soft silicone fittings (so it ain’t one of those assumed one size fits all) and also a hands-free microphone and call control button

2. Super high-quality sound and noise reduction. Which I suppose should have been number 1. But, whatev. Size matters. high-quality audiophile sound, and reduces outside noise

3. It’s sexy. We are talking stainless steel alloy earbuds, a sturdy black fabric cable and sleek in-line microphone. They make my ears look so luxe, I don’t even need earrings.

V-MODA’s VIBE II with Microphone is available at the Apple Store and online at Apple.com in Nero (black) and Chrome Rouge for $119 but I have two sets to give away!

To have your chance to win, please:

1 – RT this contest on Twitter (I’m @alywalansky)

2 – Pick any two ShopaholicsDaily entries from the last two weeks and leave a comment.

Extra credit: Go to my Facebook fan page, and tell me your current favorite tune!

Deadline to enter is October 15.

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Via Spiga

“Designers are offering boots on every heel height from flat/riding to stacked heels to stilettos, in both leathers and suedes with details like ruching or slouching to add interest. At Via Spiga, heights range from over the knee boots that can be folded over for women who want a below the knee option, to short booties with softly puddled leather around the ankle, so women can express their individual style. ”

If you checked out the September issues of InStyle and O, The Oprah Magazine, they cover a lot of ground on women’s search for wide shaft boots for a roomier fit in the calf. The Naturalizer brand is an example of one that fits this need, with six fall boot styles available in wide shaft options that speak to the important trends of the season.

One of my favorite boots of the season is the Via Spiga Malory style, pictured above – they sent me a pair to try out and they are SO hot. I love flat boots because they are easier to run around in, but with their polished detail, they are still tall and sexy. My favorite look is pairing them with opaque tights and a fitted sweater dress. Both are so big this fall!

And, one of you will get a chance to find out for yourself. One reader will win a pair of the Via Spiga Malory style – a $300 value! – by commenting below and tell me the features YOU most look for in boots – and how much success you have finding them. Please also, in order to be eligible:

1 – Follow me on Twitter, and RT this contest! (I’m @alywalansky)

2 – Become my Facebook fan!

Deadline to enter is October 10 – good luck!

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Dick's Sporting Goods

For instance, right now Dick’s Sporting Goods is gearing up for back-to-school by awarding a $100 gift card each and every day to a Twitter follower. People just have to follow @dickssportcmo to be eligible to win!

I wanted to get in on the fun, so I am going to completely steal their idea! One reader of ShopaholicsDaily.com will win a $100 gift card to Dick’s just by following…me! To have your chance to win, follow @alywalansky on Twitter, and RT this giveaway – I think you should enter both though – who can possibly be too lucky?!

Extra credit: Become my fan on facebook! Cause we can’t possibly have too many friends!

Deadline to enter is August 25.

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Image: Burlington Coat Factory

But I wrong! Just on my most recent visit, here’s some of the trends I saw featured on the racks of this awesome off-price retailer:

• BoHo – fringe vests, Sherpa vests, maxi skirts, fringe handbags
• MOTO – tough motorcycle look; ripped jeans, leather jackets, vests
• Destroyed Denim – Not just a whole in the knee; the entire jean is shredded for an updated look.
• Buffalo Check – the hottest pattern in all of the latest colors.
• Graphic, Colorful Tees – guys have updated the graphic tee now with bright colors
• Plaid – Argyle vests for a new twist on preppie
• Denim – all with funky back pocket treatments
• Printed/Graphic woven’s – button downs with edgy prints on the sleeves, back or chest.

Not too shabby! (Unless you want shabby-chic, which you’ll also find there.)

I was so wow’d by the fabulous designers I found at deep discounts that I was compelled to share my discovery. Two winners will each win a $50 Burlington Coat Factory Gift Card! To have your chance to win, just share your very favorite seasonal trend! Earn extra entries by retweeting this contest. (I’m @alywalansky on Twitter.)

Deadline July 20. Good luck!

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And whether you are having a summer fling, or hot and heavy romance, or wistfully watching the latest episode of The Bachelorette while drinking wine for one, we all want a little bit of summer romance.

Kick the summer off with a sweet love story!

Image: PerfectMatch.com

ShopaholicsDaily.com and PerfectMatch.com and have teamed up to celebrate the summer with a sweet love story.

Leading online dating site Perfectmatch.com is offering single men and women the opportunity to win a Summer Love Giveaway Getaway – complete with all of the essentials needed for the perfect summer love, including:

• 3 month subscription to Perfectmatch.com to find your long-lasting relationship – summer lovin’!
• Two night stay voucher for Hotel Indigo, an upscale boutique brand that delivers a refreshing and inviting guest experience that is truly reflective of the local community
• 1 DVD of the classic romantic comedy ‘Must Love Dogs,’ which chronicles actress Diane Lane as she finds her perfect match online!
• “Finding Your Perfect Match” by bestselling author and chief relationship expert at Perfectmatch.com, Dr. Pepper Schwartz – a great beach read!

To have your chance to win, please share the most romantic tune currently in your iPod! Earn extra entries by retweeting this contest (I’m @alywalansky) and commenting on 3 or more blog posts from the past two weeks. Deadline is July 15.

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Image: Solstice Sunglass Boutique

Of course, fun in the sun has to include quality sunglasses.

Now is a great time to shop for shades of your very own, since you will also be helping to do something really important for the world: Right now Solstice will give 100% of the net proceeds from the sale of SOLSTICE Beach Totes to The Climate Project for the entire month of June. Solstice wants to reward customers as well- from June 10th to July 19th, spend $125 and get the beach tote for $10 or buy any pair of sunglasses valued at $250 or more and receive the beach tote for free.

I LOVE the idea of getting hot new sunglasses and gifts too (and know I am helping to make a difference while I’m at it!).

To add to my excitement, five readers will each win a $50 Gift Card to Solstice Sunglass Boutique! To have your chance to win, tell me your most fun sun-related memory! Earn extra entries by re-tweeting this entry (my twitter name is @alywalansky). Entry deadline is July 15 – good luck!!!

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