Ann Taylor is featuring an additional 40% off all dresses already on sale, so this is a great time to purchase a classic dress that will easily carry you through all summer…from weddings to work (and even college or high school graduations).

I love this peplum dress in this pretty green shade…and it’s now only $41.99.

Another pretty choice in a a more flowing style is this high-low hem dress in a vibrant shade of blue…with the 40% discount, it’s now $59.

What is your personal rule on wearing black to weddings? Personally I think this dress from Dress Barn is wedding appropriate! And it’s only $42.

I love the shape of this cowl neck dress (which features a sparkly material) from JCP and it’s on clearance for just $25. This would be great for an evening event.

Here’s a pretty pick in chiffon from Target…on sale for just $35.99 and it also comes in a gorgeous shade of aqua.

Which of these dress choices is your favorite?

My husband has had allergies his entire life and I deal with seasonal allergies, especially in the spring. Making our home in pollen central, also known as Middle Tennessee, isn’t the best scenario and I often joke that when we retire we need to retire to a more allergy friendly climate. We also have two dogs in and out of the house and although neither one of us has pet dander allergies, it can’t help the air quality in our home that one of our dogs is one heck of a prolific shedder. Typically at least one of our dogs, Zoey or Jack, sleeps on the floor in our bedroom at night. Miss A, my 8-year-old, also deals with seasonal allergies and has had episodes in the past when she has had to have breathing treatments for upper respiratory infections.

Airocide contacted me earlier this year about reviewing their state-of-the-art air purification system and what really caught my attention was the fact that Airocide uses NASA developed technology…this was no ordinary air filter. I knew the Airocide would be a great fit for my family and our home with our history of allergies and our dogs (it removes pet dander and pet odors from the air…I repeat REMOVES them. Yes!) As a busy mom I’d rather invest in one high quality product guaranteed to provide peace of mind, not to mention clean air, for years to come, rather than deal with cleaning filter blades or changing out filters.

The Airocide is ready to use right out of the box, no assembly or filters to purchase because it’s filterless. Instead of filtering the air, it actually cleans the air. It’s recommended that you place the Airocide Air Purification System off the floor so I have it placed on the nightstand table in our master bedroom. As you can see, it has a modern design that looks downright cool. And so far this spring I haven’t taken any over the counter allergy meds.

The Airocide has two power settings, high and low, and both feature a nice white-noise factor (which I am a huge fan of.) The unit comes with a “reaction chamber” that needs replacing once a year, but when you purchase the Airocide you receive two in the packaging.

Airocide is also garnering the attention of some celebrity fans. It was recently featured on Ellen as she is a big fan Airocide and uses it in her own personal office.

Here’s a little more about Airocide from the official website:

Airocide has helped thousands of allergy sufferers, and is hard at work in homes right now helping to decrease the symptoms of allergies and help people live better lives. Because Airocide eliminates (not filters) virtually 100% of all airborne pathogens including the main allergy triggers: mold, fungi, pollen, dust mites, viruses, bacteria and VOC’s — basically the harmful gasses emitted by products like aerosol sprays, cleaning supplies, dry-cleaned clothing, building materials, pesticides, carpet, furniture and even air fresheners (a claim traditional air filters can’t even come close to making). We’ve seen dramatic improvements for users across the country.

 

Surgery – average results 73% reduction in bacteria and mold
Office – average results 72% reduction in bacteria and mold
Households – average results 75% reduction in bacteria and mold
Childcare Center – average results 60% reduction in bacteria and mold
Dental Private Practices – average results 81% reduction in bacteria and mold

The Airocide air purification system is not an inexpensive purchase—at $799 it is definitely more of a long-lasting investment for your home—but it’s definitely worth looking into if your family suffers from ongoing allergy issues or asthma. Think of the peace of mind (not to mention the cost savings on medical bills and allergy medication over the years) that the Airocide will provide. And the company is so sure you will see a difference that it offers a risk free for 60 days guarantee or you will receive your money back.

Want to learn more? Follow Airocide on Facebook and Twitter!

Disclosure: We were sent an Airocide air purification system to try out in our home. No other compensation was provided. As always, all opinions and thoughts on my blog are my own.

When I was in Nairobi with Every Girl Counts, I met mothers raising their children in dire circumstances, struggling to make ends meet in conditions I will only brush off as a few minutes of experience. They would do anything for their children. They only want what’s best for them.

There are so many things we complain of in our hectic lives. Our stress is due to an abundance of convenience. We are lucky to have the “problems” we have.

My wish this Mother’s Day is that we all step back and think about how we can step forward to help the mothers in this world who need so little, gain so much.

Happy Mother’s Day!

I love this Chevron maxi dress from White House Black Market but at $130 it’s definitely not on my budget.

This version from JCP is only $29.99

Cuff bracelets are really in and I love this double wrap bracelet from Tory Burch at $125.

Charlotte Russe has a version for $5!

Love this Ikat bag from Stella & Dot but at $94 it’s pricey.

The Payless version is just $19.99!

Maxi dresses and color block patterns are really in this year. This cute dress is $49 on Zappos.

A similar dress is just $16.99 on Zulily.

I’m linking up to Fashion Friday, hosted by some fabulous blogs you should be reading, such as Musings of a Housewife.

Taken in my mom’s gorgeous yard!

Do you have a green thumb?

If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time you probably know by now that I love to shop online and I love deals.

I’m so excited to partner with 365 Hangers as a special guest editor in honor of Mother’s Day. 365Hangers runs fabulous online sample sales featuring such brand names as DKNY, Marc Jacobs, Jessica Simpson, French Connection, and Karen Kane. The thing I love about their site that is so unusual and so perfect when it comes to online shopping is that all the clothing in their online catalog is featured on models in that true size. So, for example, if you wear a size 8, you can see what a size 8 model looks like in that particular outfit. Love it!

I’ll be guest posting on 365  Hangers’ Facebook page all week and I’d love ya’ll to visit me over there.

To sweeten the pot a little for your Mother’s Day experience, I’m giving away a $30 gift card to 365 Hangers so that one lucky Blonde Mom Blog reader can go wild and indulge in a little retail therapy.

To enter, simply like, comment on, or share one of my guest posts over on the official 365 Hangers Facebook page this week. Come back and leave a comment letting me know which one you’ve done (and yes you can do all three!) A random winner will be selected from all eligible entries. Good luck!