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Spring is in the Air! With DressLily

2019-04-10T12:14:00.000-07:00

Check out this fantastic website at https://www.dresslily.com?lkid=20228252

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It's time to refresh your wardrobe! DressLily prepare the best high-quality but low-prices products for you, make you free under all occasion for Monday to Friday

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This website is so amazing because it has so many amazing products and are fantastic price point as well to stock up for the spring!

Here are some of my favorite finds,

Pompom beach cover up

https://www.dresslily.com/colored-pompon-see-through-crochet-tunic-top-product1916237.html?lkid=20228252

Red Long Coat

https://www.dresslily.com/turn-down-collar-long-sleeve-pure-color-self-tie-belt-coat-dress-product1008621.html?lkid=20228252

Sunflower Cami Dress

https://www.dresslily.com/sunflower-print-button-up-a-product3127923.html?lkid=20228252

Skater Dress Cocktail Attire

https://www.dresslily.com/foldover-off-the-shoulder-skater-product5025401.html?lkid=20228252

Casual Jogger Pants

https://www.dresslily.com/pockets-design-elastic-cuffed-casual-product3184589.html?lkid=20228252

Check them out!

November Clearance - Rosegal Buy 2 for $24.9 only!

2018-11-01T13:30:00.000-07:00

Please check out Rosegal for all your holiday and shopping needs! https://www.rosegal.com?lkid=16916955

There is a lot of amazing products on Rosegal this November on Clearance - take a great look here!

https://www.rosegal.com/promotion/november-clearance.html?lkid=16916955

I am so excited for November clearance because I have purchased products from Rosegal before and their prices and the quality of their products are always amazing and they have a wide range of products from skirts and leggings to blazers and dresses and bags and accessories. I would strongly recommend checking out this clearance since it is so economical to buy these products at these prices especially with the high level of quality and time that these products last.
From my last purchase, I still wear the jewelry and the dresses I bought and they have stood the test of time and they are truly one of a kind pieces!

This is the CLEARANCE information: https://www.rosegal.com/promotion/november-clearance.html?lkid=16916955

Please check them out!

Storage
This is such a great product to store things when I enter the home and is super useful from a looks perspective and it is utilitarian as well! This is a great house organization product and I'm excited to take a look at it!

https://www.rosegal.com/housekeeping-organization/collalily-nordic-simple-wall-shelf-iron-wooden-decorative-holder-rack-2310568.html?lkid=16916955

World Map: https://www.rosegal.com/canvas-wall-art/paint-splatter-world-map-print-unframed-split-canvas-paintings-2206081.html?lkid=16916955

I've always been interested in having a world map that I could keep by my bedside where I could pin all the places that we have traveled and where we could go next and this is a perfect addition.

Running sneakers: https://www.rosegal.com/sneakers/women-s-mesh-breathable-lightweight-running-shoes-4887533.html?lkid=16916955

Mens Tee!

This is another great example of the variety that Rosegal has in terms of their clothes for men women children and the beauty of their products. I've bought a similar tee from Rosegal in the past and the quality and the images are extremely amazing and desirable to own!

https://www.rosegal.com/mens-t-shirts/3d-lion-print-short-sleeve-tee-2231478.html?lkid=16916955

Yoga pants
These yoga pants and the selection of their leggings and clothes are absolutely amazing!

https://www.rosegal.com/gym-pants-leggings/galaxy-print-skinny-yoga-pants-839266.html?lkid=16916955

I would strongly recommend checking out Rosegal at their November clearance. All their products are high quality, their customer service is absolutely amazing and the entire experience end to end is perfect! I love it and highly recommend it!

Hold up, its the Rosegal Valentine's Day Sale! 2018!!!

2018-02-05T19:58:00.002-08:00

Hello everyone!

Let's start talking about Rosegal's Valentine's Day Special Sale, RoseGal is absolutely amazing with how affordable their range of products are from dresses to blazers, bags, shoes, jewelry and even makeup or wigs! Wow!

Check out the RoseGal's Valentine's Day Sale here

Their Valentine's Day special is going on between January 12 and February 14, 2018 and here is a sneak preview of my wish list this Valentine's Day:

First up is the most gorgeous blue long sleeve blazer: This is the most beautiful blazer I've seen in a long time and I think this works excellently for your work or for a valentine's day date on top of your dress. It will keep you warm and make you look smart!

Buy yours here!

Second on my list was a leopard head tshirt! It looks absolutely stunning and my plan is to wear it with shorts or high waisted pants for a fierce awesome look!

Buy yours here!

Next up on my list is this smart cool looking bag.

Buy yours here!

And I also wanted to try out this gorgeous Indian print dress. The back is cut low and definitely very sexy!

Buy yours here!

And last but certainly not the least, I wanted another coat to add onto my dresses for Valentine's Day Special!

This is an elegant gray color piping with black blazer that Rosegal also sells which looks so very smart and is so very affordable!

Buy yours here!

Overall, please check out RoseGal this Valentines Day. The Valentine's Sale for 2018 is absolutely fabulous and you can buy clothes for as cheap as $3.00 which is less than the price of coffee! Go check out them and you will not regret it.

Here's their website, you can thank me later <3

Claim your free L'Occitane beauty box

2018-01-23T09:07:00.002-08:00

For this Valentine's Day, L'Occitane has a very sweet luxurious treat in store.

L'Occitane is offering a free limited edition beauty box set that includes their best seller items in an absolutely stunning limited edition tin box dressed up with Rifle Paper Co Hand Painted Design. It is absolutely 100% free if you redeem the offer in-store or it is something you can add onto your online purchases with their discount code AMOUR.

I went in-store since I absolutely love their boutiques and can't rave enough about their hand creams. They do confirm whether you have an account with them (it's easy to sign up for an account on their website) and verify your name and city where you live. After that, it's smooth sailing. They handed me the most gorgeous beauty box set and the two products inside it was the L'Occitane ultra rich body cream and the L'Occitane Hand Cream.

They also mentioned they have a $10.00 off $40.00 purchase that can be redeemed in store or online.

Please go to your L'Occitane boutique today and claim your free valentine's day pamper beauty gift box before they run out! And let's rave together about what you thought about their products and their stunning tin box. I've already planned what I'm going to do with mine.

For your reference, this is the official announcement about this offer.

HipHopBling Bracelets for all purposes and needs!

2018-01-19T09:17:00.000-08:00

I've always said this and I'll continue to say this: HipHopBling has some of the most quality, versatile and beautiful pieces of jewelry I will ever see.
Check out their website: https://www.hiphopbling.com/

This time I was ecstatic to receive some bracelets. The first and extremely stunning one was the CZ cross bangle 18k gold plated bracelet.

Buy yours here: https://www.hiphopbling.com/cz-cross-bangle-18k-gold-plated.html
What I love about this bracelet is how fragile and simple it looked and what a beautiful representation of religion and fine jewelry it represented.

The piece is very sturdy yet so elegant and beautiful. I tried it on and the best part about it is that it really matches well with any type of outfit you might wear - be it business or casual or even something more ethnic. It blends right in!

And the best part - the way it is designed and its shine means that you never have to pay the cost of gold but get all the aesthetic benefits and joy of wearing a gold bracelet.

The next bracelet I reviewed was the pearl bracelet. This is another example of the versatility and the beauty of HipHopBling - that you can find grillz and black jewelry and pearl bracelets all in the same website!

Anyway, here is what HipHopBling says about their beautiful freshwater pearl bracelet.
Buy yours here: https://www.hiphopbling.com/freshwater-pearl-7mm-stretch-bracelet.html

Genuine Freshwater pearl bracelet. These pearls are naturally cultured therefore real. Because these pearls are real there may be distictions and minor differences in each pearls' size and shape. Each freshwater pearl measures approximately 7mm in diameter. Again these are real pearls, not plastic. Quality assembled with tight stretch string. A beautiful classic for formal occasions.

I loved this piece and I completely agree - the beauty about this bracelet too is that it is perfect for a formal occasion - a wedding, with a dress. It can elevate the beauty of anything you wear.

And the other thing I've been doing is I also have taken to wearing them with my casual clothes as well. It is a beautiful addition piece of jewelry that makes you feel special and cool all at once!

And how cool is it that this is the real deal - it's not plastic but actual real freshwater pearls that are made into a bracelet.

Overall, please check out their website: https://www.hiphopbling.com/
They have some of the most beautiful, versatile and quality pieces.

Stunning two sided watch from HipHopBling

2017-12-20T11:10:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite things about HipHopBling is how versatile their products are - they have such beautiful products and they cover a wide range of products from bling earrings to necklaces or ring, grills and even watches!
https://www.hiphopbling.com

I LOVE their watch selection - there are some seriously blinged out watches and are absolutely stunning in every way. This is the perfect watch for the man in your life - or even the woman in your life, it's a classic timeless gift!

For the holidays, I picked one of my favorites: The two sided watch (yin yang and pinwheel white black dial)

This is two sided - meaning one side is black and has the pin wheel options and the other side is white and the dial has the beautiful yin yang dial as well. I love that the side of the watch has a beautiful blue button as well, it's absolutely stunning!
And here is the best part - HipHopBling did such an excellent job with packaging - they made sure it was beautifully and carefully wrapped so that the watch wouldn't crack or break and I appreciate that thoughtfulness so much!

Here is a close-up!

Right now the price is perfect! It's a mere $15.00 for this amazing watch! Buy yours here! https://www.hiphopbling.com/2-sided-watch-yin-yang---pinwheel-white-black-dial.html

Overall, I would say: Please check out Hip Hop Bling, their products are in a wide range and there is something for absolutely everyone! If you're looking for a last minute gift for your friend or family or loved one, this is the place to check out!

Ho ho ho for HipHopBling!

Aurorae's Aromatherapy Spritz Hawaiian Island Afternoon Spritz - a definitely mood upper!

2017-12-01T12:10:00.000-08:00

I had the amazing opportunity to review Aurorae's Aromatherapy Spritz Hawaiian Island Afternoon.

Let's start with the company though: Aurorae sells the best reviewed yoga mats, yoga apparel,and yoga and meditation accessories online. You can browse their yoga mats, yoga bags, yoga apparel and other yoga accessories here.

The Aromatherapy Spritz Hawaiian Island Afternoon was an absolutely amazing spritz, the website recommends it can be sprayed on clothes, in your car or in a room. I used this primarily on my clothing and while the initial smell is a bit strong, it evens out very quickly into an absolutely beautiful island afternoon smell. The smell is very fresh and lightweight and not heavy or musky or overpowering in any way.

I love it best as a mood shifter - it really allows you to take a couple of deep breaths and spend a moment or two to think about a relaxing place and feel much calmer about things. It's a miracle how quickly it reduces my stress levels! I also think it will make an absolutely great additive for during a yoga class, to spray on your wrist for the rest of the day and a great holiday gift this season!

Details about this product:

8 oz Aromatic Coconut Pineapple Scented Spritz
Fragrance Reminiscent of a Hawaiian Island Afternoon
Made with Natural Witch Hazel, Coconut and Pineapple Fragrance Oils
MSDS Approved
Made in the USA with Love

Here are some of their social media pages for you to stay updated on this amazing company:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/auroraeyoga

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/auroraeyoga

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/auroraeyoga

Google+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/106327983239617093676/+Auroraeyoga/posts

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/auroraeyoga

SammyDress this holiday season

2017-12-01T10:27:00.001-08:00

This holiday season, try Sammydress: http://www.sammydress.com?lkid=374683

Sammydress is an absolutely amazing website that has a lot of different products from women and men apparel to jewelry to wigs and even camping and sports gear!

Here are some of my favorite finds from sammydress and I urge you to look at their products and find some great gifts for your friends and family this holiday season:

Turtleneck dress for women:

This was an absolutely stunning find on their website. I love black, I love turtlenecks and I love dresses. It's so perfect for the upcoming winter because it will keep you warm while helping you look cute and flirty and fun!

You can pair it with a blazer or coat and knee highs and it's the perfect get out of the door in an instant while looking great!
I loved the absolute fit of the dress, it is a perfect combination of work appropriate and can translate into a great night time outfit with heels!

Buy yours here! https://www.sammydress.com/product1477591.html?lkid=374683

Long Sleeve Zip Up Plain Hoodie:

I was very intrigued about this plain hoodie since it was diagonal and in the side and this hoodie has definitely not disappointed. It is a nice thin hoodie that is perfect for the California weather and it provides the right amount of warmth and comfort with its beautiful hoodie.

Buy yours here! https://www.sammydress.com/product2899606.html?lkid=374683

Velvet choker: What can I say, everyone has chokers and everyone's buying more. Sammydress has a fantastic selection of chokers and necklaces and jewelry and its the perfect addition to any outfit and brings out the rocker chic vibe in all of us.

Buy yours here: https://www.sammydress.com/product3160950.html?lkid=374683

Gladiator Sandals: I have been looking for a perfect pair of sandals for the longest time in the world. I love the look of these sandals with shorts or dresses and it's cute and fun. It is also available in many many colors and sammydress is excellent at providing shoes of all types and sizes - from heels to wedges to flats and boots!

Buy yours here: https://www.sammydress.com/product2688735.html?lkid=374683

Turquoise arm band
I absolutely love this arm jewelry piece. Arm bands are just really sexy and perfect in terms of adding to your jewelry collection and they can instantly elevate any casual or formal look. It's just perfect, everyone needs one in their lives!
Sammydress has arm bands and jewelry of all types and sizes - from earrings to rings and body jewelry so check them out!
Buy yours here: https://www.sammydress.com/product2974454.html?lkid=374683

Overall, I have been so pleased with sammydress offerings - there is such a huge huge variety of items and they are so affordable and exciting and there's so so so much options for this holiday and gift giving season!!

Check them out today!

Lactose free cream cheese this Thanksgiving!

2017-11-17T14:56:00.001-08:00

I had the fantastic opportunity to try out the green valley organics Lactose Free Cream Cheese. It is the absolute perfect balance of sweet and tart flavor with thick, creamy texture. The fantastic part is that it is made with only 4 ingredients: organic pasteurized cream (milk), lactase enzyme, sea salt & live active cultures.

It is also free of milk powder and thickeners and contains no additives. The best part is it's organic, and gluten and lactose-free.

I tried the cream cheese with bread and eggs and avacado on my toast and it was absolutely perfect! I would recommend trying it out for yourself - I was pleasantly surprised! You can buy them from Safeway!

Silver Hills Bakery Bread

2017-11-17T14:47:00.000-08:00

The sprouted bread from Silver Hills Bakery comes in 4 delicious varieties: The Big 16, Mack's Flax Bread, Little Big Bread or Squirrelly Bread.

The bread is absolutely delicious - you can buy it from Whole Foods or Sprouts and is made with nutrient-rich, high-fiber sprouted whole grains. It is also made with organic ingredients which makes it a perfect substitute for the typical breads you may buy. It is also certified non GMO.

The best thing is that sprouting helps digestion plus increases energy levels & mental focus. I've used the bread with my eggs and with a spread and it is delicious! Try it today!

I got this for free from Social Nature for free. All opinions are my own.

Hip Hop Bling for the win!

2017-11-15T21:02:00.001-08:00

Hip Hop Bling, let's go let's go! http://www.hiphopbling.com

They have done it yet again with this Rose Gold classic button bangle with screwdriver! This thing is absolutely adorable. Along with your sweet package, they enclose a small screwdriver (in rosegold!) so you can open up the sides of this bangle and wear it.

The most charming part about this bracelet is how beautiful the color is - rose gold is such an alternative cool trend to the typical gold or silver and it complements every skin tone so beautifully.

It is made from stainless steel and rose gold is plated on it for long lasting beauty and shine!

What an absolutely brilliant idea and it is really elegant and tasteful and just perfect for the upcoming Thanksgiving and holiday season.

Buy yours here: http://www.hiphopbling.com/rose-gold-classic-cz-button-bangle-with-screwdriver.html

The other thing that I love about HipHopBling is how all their products come in a very beautiful box that you can use if you want to gift this to someone. It is also bubble wrapped and really protected in case you want to buy or ship it to someone you love!

Next on the list is pearl earrings!

These are actually freshwater pearls - how insane is that? It's amazing because their website mentions that they might be small imperfections or differences in sizes because these are real pearls at the most affordable rates!

I had the great fortune of testing out their rose gold one and their white ones and they are available in 5MM, 8MM and 11MM and in varying colors!

Buy yours today here: http://www.hiphopbling.com/white-freshwater-pearl-925-sterling-silver-stud-earrings.html

Overall, it's pretty clear what a wide selection of jewelry and bling is available on their website. Ranging from really shiny bling to more classy elegant rose gold bracelets, HipHopBLing has you covered this holiday season!
So if you are struggling for the perfect gift for that man, lady or child in your life, check HipHopBling today!

HipHopBling to the holidays!

2017-10-18T18:05:00.003-07:00

I'll let you in on a little secret, when I got married we never got around to picking an engagement ring and it has always been something I never wanted to spend a lot of money on but something that I've missed having on my finger.

Enter Hip Hop Bling: http://www.hiphopbling.com/

Their entire website is brilliant in every way: They have a LOT of bling items - from rings to earrings and chain or grillz, watches and bracelets. I love the variety of their bling: there is silver and gold or even lemonade and black bling. It's perfect in every single way and is a fantastic way to wear jewelry that is celebrity inspired but without the added price tag or the worry of owning something really expensive.

So without ado, my first and favorite find: The Princess Cut Eternity Bling Ring

There are multiple colors and I chose the one that most resembled silver and diamonds! Woohoo. It comes in a very pretty sweet box and is cushioned well to be given as a gift should you desire it!
I can't tell you how stunning it is in real life, it catches the light really well and more importantly, makes me feel like a million bucks without the constant worry of what I'll do if I lose a really expensive ring.
Please check out their website for thicker similar rings - they offer rings with two rows of diamond like rings or even three!

Here's a little visual for ya:

Here is a more detailed photo of this beautiful ring!

Buy yours here: http://www.hiphopbling.com/princess-cut-eternity-cz-bling-bling-ring.html

Once I got my ring craze out of the way, I was interested in their other non jewelry offerings and since I own a motorcycle, my choice item was to pick their motorcycle bike tattoo style belt.

They have a very large selection of belts and they feel absolutely great to wear and are sturdy and durable and makes a great addition to any gift bag for your motorcycle lover friend!

Buy yours here:
http://www.hiphopbling.com/motorcycle-tatoo-style-belt-fly-fresh-tbl19.html

Overall, HipHopBling is a perfect addition to the man or woman in your life this holiday. Their jewelry and their bling is so so affordable and their variety astounds me! There is something for absolutely everyone's tastes so check them out today!

Sammydress for the holidays!

2017-10-13T10:21:00.001-07:00

Here are some of my favorite finds from sammydress and I urge you to look at their products and find some great gifts for your friends and family this holiday season:

Turtleneck dress for women:

You can pair it with a blazer or coat and knee highs and it's the perfect get out of the door in an instant while looking great!

Buy yours here! https://www.sammydress.com/product1477591.html?lkid=374683

Running waist bag:

My typical cardio is running or jogging and it is so important to have a way to keep your keys or your change or small knick knacks so I thoroughly enjoy this gem of a find that sammydress has to offer.

It has two zippered sides and it is adjustable and perfect in every way.

Buy yours here! https://www.sammydress.com/product2579320.html?lkid=374683

Check them out!

Koziol - One stop shop for all your artistic utilitarian home needs

2017-09-17T18:07:00.002-07:00

The best analogy I can think of when I use a Koziol product is what Steve Jobs did for electronics, Koziol has done for home related products.

Here's what I mean - Before Steve Jobs, gadgets were merely functional, computers and phones had a purpose and no one really cared or thought it important enough that they looked beautiful.

And Koziol has done that with products in your bath, kitchen, storage that you think just needs to fulfill a need, but Koziol did more: They made it artistic, they made it beautiful, they made it fun and imaginative and playful and colorful.

http://koziolusa.com/

I always have well intentioned men, guys, fathers, uncles, brothers ask me what to get the special lady in their life - And hey, Koziol is for all genders that might appreciate something for their baths, their kitchens, their homes, storage solutions, etc.

Do everyone a favor and check out Koziol. There is something so brilliantly artsy and classy and chic about Koziol that you will forget that you're buying a sponge holder or a cup stirrer - because Koziol elevates the product a million times by infusing color and imagination and class into every single one of their products.

Exhibit A:

Everyone who uses their kitchen at least five minutes a day needs a sponge. Where is your sponge usually living? Typically on a dish tray or we're lucky, wet and sloppy in your kitchen sink.

Well not if you get a Koziol product. This absolutely adorable and sweet hippo is attached to a suction cup that enables you to keep your sponge hanging from the wall where your sponge does not decompose into a gooey yucky dirty mess. It is practical, it is absolutely stunning, it is one of those ideas that makes you wonder why you didn't think of it yourself.

Exhibit B:

A vegetable brush
Well, Koziol isn't one of those companies that would settle with making any product ordinary. So oh no, it decided to make an absolutely gorgeous vegetable brush like the hair over a person. It is also important to understand how ingenious and practical it is - the brush isn't in contact with your counter tops and Koziol also manages to make it look like a work of art.

Exhibit C:

Cocktail stirrers that resemble birds! Birds?!! Birds of multiple colors!

Exhibit D:
Bag clips that resemble cats! And birds!
What I love about these bag clips are that they are so well made, so very very sturdy and yet, so elegant and classy. I've been using my set non stop and even decided to buy my friends some to clip some of their goody bags for a special birthday or anniversary.

Exhibit E:

This is my absolute favorite. It's a very simple and sleek looking container, but it is meant to house your sponges, your dish soap and there's even as special hanging rack for your towel or cloth. It's a one stop shop for all those things that we leave in multiple places that really should be housed together in one happy home.
And Koziol gave it a home!

(and another example - a snail! <3)

Please check out Koziol, you can thank me later.

Koziol: KoziolUSA.com

Splash Tunes Shower Speakers and Discount Code

2017-09-17T13:27:00.000-07:00

If you do things like take showers every once in a while, you need to consider buying this shower speaker.

Connected by bluetooth, this splash tunes shower speaker is Fresh eTech's latest shower speaker and has the best of all worlds: you can listen to music, skip or forward or pause tunes and even... (wait for it)... take calls all whilst in your shower?!?! And with my discount code, it's YOURS for $29.9%! (code: MATERIALGIRLDEAL
Buy it here.

It's absolutely mindblowing because this is the perfect addition to your pool party or a bubble bath or some fun shower time over the holidays. Hey, in fact, its the perfect addition to any day.

And.. if you want it to get any better, remember that since the best selling point is that it works in water, you can take it anywhere you might worry about getting your phone wet: paddleboarding, in the kitchen if you're washing dishes, kayaking or even washing your car!!!

Here are some features that are worth repeating:

(product page: https://www.freshetech.com/products/bluetooth-shower-speaker-splashtunespro)

Durable design can withstand 6 foot drop
Answer phone calls right from in the shower
Waterproof and floating design
This is the first Bluetooth shower speaker with one unified volume (control the volume from your phone or speaker…they control the same volume)
Easy to use buttons
And the package is just adorable! I love the Fresh eTech logo and it makes for the perfect birthday, anniversary, holiday or just because gift.

Ever since I got these speakers, I've been using them non stop in the shower and while in the kitchen - I might need to find a way to attach it to me permanently!!!

So what you waiting for? Go get yours with my code: MATERIALGIRLDEAL which will make these speakers a grand modest total of $29.95 only!

You can thank me later.

Reebok - your new workout buddy

2017-07-31T15:39:00.002-07:00

There are few things more fun than trying on a pair of Reebok Nano 4.0 Crossfit shoes! Truly.
I have come to absolutely cherish the make of the shoe, the many varied color options that are presented and just how snug and comfortable they are.
There are obviously way more advanced options in the market but I've been reverting to these for my every-gym-need.

Summary:
The shoe is synthetic with a rubber sole. The best of all worlds, Performance, durability and comfort are packed into this Nano training shoe. Their DuraCage technology delivers an indestructible, yet lightweight upper while RopePro protection wrap gives bite and support for rope climbs.
Because it has excellent shock absorption in the forefoot and heel, there is no limitation on using this shoe outside of CrossFit. In fact, this has replaced my gym.

The nifty details:

All new base mesh for enhanced breathability
Dual density foam for cushioned forefoot and stable heel
Re-engineered multi-density DURACAGE for lightweight upper protection
RopePro outsole and midsole wraps guard against abrasion
MetaSplit outsole for optimum forefoot splay
4mm heel to toe drop provides barefoot like feel
Tongue gusset keeps you atop the platform
ETC Anti-friction lining

What I love most is that the shoe has become my all workout shoes. Be it circuit training or some cardio or strength training, this shoe has provided the balance and the comfort and support that is much needed.

One thing to keep in mind is that if you buy your regular size (which I did) the shoe tends to be a little tight at first given the rubber casing, but if you stick it out for a while (like I did) it unfolds to its best potential. It's OK to pick half a size up but don't get too crazy.

Reebok's marketing campaign Be Human is also worth a shout-out.

Medical kits, hangers and bath animals from Nuby!

2013-09-21T20:17:00.000-07:00

My latest package from Nuby is just as high quality and exciting as the ones before them.

The Nûby™ foam Bath Animals
bring underwater creatures
to your little one’s bath time! The characters float in the water and when wet will stick to the bathtub wall providing countless hours of bath time fun! The fun colorful characters
will delight and amuse your little one while stimulating their senses.

Me Think: This has been genius for my nephew while he's having a bath time. He's never been cranky while bathing, but he's had tons and tons of fun sticking these animals to the wall and making them swim in his bath with him - he spends hours chasing them around and it amuses him to no end! This is an excellent idea to keep your children much more indulged and much more happy to stay in the bath and everyone is a little cleaner at the end of the ordeal!

The Nûby™ Medical Kit helps you take care of your child's medical needs. From medicating to nasal and ear care, this kit makes it easier to care for your baby. The kit includes our
Sure-Dose™ Medicine Dropper, Medi•Nurser™, Nasal Aspirator with Ear Syringe, Medicine Spoon, Nail Clippers and Digital Thermometer.

Me Think:
This medical kit has been most invaluable for my niece. I've resorted to keeping most of it in my hand bag and my most valuable items are its medicine dropper and the nail clippers and digital thermometer. They have come in handy some many times I cannot even count, but it's safe and easy and handy for me and little Maria.

The Nûby™ Nickelodeon™ Printed Hard Spout Cup features

the Dual-flo™ valve that can be adjusted to control the flow of
liquid. The easy to use spout is hard and robust perfect for

toddlers with newly formed sharp teeth.

Me Think: It's definitely gotten to that point where my nephew has been asking for more 'adult' cups, so I figured this was a perfect addition. I was a little skeptical about whether this would leak or seep but this has been an excellent hard sprout cup that is becoming my babys' favorite and he enjoys running around with it and it hasn't spilled anything! It's safe and comes in great images and yet another reliable beautiful fun product by Nuby!

Adult hangers are usually too large for many of your baby's or small child's clothes. These smaller hangers are sized just right to fit those smaller garments without damaging their fabrics.

Me think: Most useful thing. Ever! Baby Maria's clothes never ever fit right on my hangers and I always resort to folding them and keeping them in a bag or a suitcase. And then I started using these hangers and they fit beautiful and hang well. I love these hangers and recommend them for childrens' clothes. I love how they fit the standard rod but is intended for the little humans' clothing :)

Overall, thank you Nuby for allowing me to review these products - I've always been thrilled and impressed by the quality of the items I've received and I've resorted to recommending them and buying them for baby showers or kids' birthdays - I have full faith that you will love it too.
Nuby product experiences or thoughts - leave a comment and let me know! :)

Ahaishopping.com

2013-08-19T21:10:00.001-07:00

Ahai shopping is what has been on my mind lately: Summer is here and ahaishopping has been brilliant for all of my summer needs: It is a one stop shop for tshirts, dresses, tops, blouses, scarfs and shorts! Most of them are extremely affordable: the clothes start as low as $9.99. And here is the best part: Shipping is free, internationally!

Today's giveaway will be based on how many people join the competition: If we get 100 entries or more, you will be receiving ONE $9.99 item and ONE $19.80 item - two items in total and if there are less than 100 entries, you'll receive a $15 cash bonus, and you can use it as cash on our website when your order over $100. So the goal is to get as many people as we can on this competition so that your prize is a higher value! Let's do this, people!

Conditions:

1. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ahaishopping21

2. Follow us on Google+: https://plus.google.com/106350956726822110638

3. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ahaishopping (optional)

4. Follow us on Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/ahaishopping/ (optional)

5. Comment with your Facebook Name and the favorite items' url links on this post so you will be winning the item of your choice. (please pick one item from the $9.99 section and one from the $19.80 section)

There are 2 winners chosen at random and this giveaway will close in three weeks (September 10, 2013) Tell all your friends and enter today!

Nuby Glory!

2013-08-19T17:21:00.001-07:00

The Nûby™ Step-up Stool has a No-Slip Top and No Skid Base that

adds to the sturdy and convenient design. It holds up to 800

pounds and is perfect for getting to those hard to reach places.

Textured surface provide the necessary grip for safe usage, and it

is small enough to store discreetly

Me think:

Can I say what a huge fan I am of this beautiful step-up stool. This has become a staple in the household and it is definitely sturdy and very colorful and to be honest, this is now shared between my nephew and I to get to places where we cannot get to, otherwise. I hide the cookies using the step-up stool and he recovers them using the same stool :)

But overall, one of my favorite pieces from Nuby and something I buy for most of my friends' kids' birthdays - and they absolutely love it! Excellent color schemes and does its magic - no skip and no skid indeed!

This Mirror Toy provides multiple ways for your baby to Teethe &

Play™ at the same time! Babies love to look at themselves in

mirrors- and this one is perfectly sized for them to hold. It’s great

for encouraging their eye-hand development. This toy also

includes a variety of materials and textures, such as pûrICE™ Gel

and crinkle fabric.

Me Think:

This has got to be one of my other favorites: Not only is this a teething device, it is a great play toy and there is a mirror: I have quietly noticed my niece look at herself for a long time and it does help with their co-ordination and seeing their reflections does wonders for them. A favorite, for sure!

 These characters provide comfort for your child during teething,

napping and play time! The bodies are made of colorful, patterned

crinkle fabric, while the heads and arms are soft plush. Their feet

are textured TPE material, which is great for teething. With such a

variety of fabrics, textures, patterns and colors, it’s hard to choose

just one character!

Me think: I absolutely love these teething toys: they are perfect while my niece is nappy or whilst playing to occupy her. It's beautiful and soft and colored to indulge their senses and their imagination. I love these as a great shower gift idea as well and I think Nuby has done an excellent job with the variety of ideas and characters they have!

Tropical Trends Women's Hat

2013-08-19T16:55:00.001-07:00

Tropical Trends Women's Hat

LP157 is a strikingly pretty brimmed hat. It is a floppy style with a 4-inch brim. It, too, is paper braid which is both chic and practical. It has a self sizing tie to adjust to one's head size and is offered in four color variations....all natural with different trim tipping the brim, including black, tea, turquoise and fuchsia. Each trim is very appealing and will accent many outfits. This style retails for about the same price point as the visor. On top of all its fashion benefits, it carries the UPF Sun protection factor of 50 plus which is just what today's savvy women want as added protection to their daily summer outdoor routine! Another great advantage is its pack ability and recovery. It is light weight and bounces back into shape 1-2-3, therefore it can be easily stored in a beach bag or taken away on vacation. his hat is also ideal to wear at home for a walk and other activities like gardening. Both styles are one size fits all and can be paired with casual wear, beach wear and even accessorize a sundress.

I absolutely love this hat - it has become my favorite go to summer hat and there is no question why. The floppy style is entirely fashionable and adorable and its self sizing tie makes it easy to share the hat with friends if the need arises. This hat has been my staple piece: with dresses and shorts and with anything! And the best part has been the UPF50+ and the fact that it can be packed in my motorcycle gear. I carry very little since I only ride a motorcycle, but this has been invaluable to pack into a small small piece and it is amazing that it will recover its original shape without any creases or confusion.

Make sure you buy one for the most amazing price of $25.00 and see what the magic is all about!

Link to product: http://www.hartfordyork.com/product/7148/womens-hats-ss

Get ready for spring with FRAAS!

2013-03-25T09:50:00.002-07:00

THE WHO: Mystical Coast incorporates an opulent, iridescent, natural composite for prints and deluxe, yet gentle detailing. East Meets West presents modernity meeting tradition. Jungle Fever is a lively, hot summer story encompassing the plant life of the jungle and the vivid creatures that occupy it. Lightweights in cotton, modal, silk, viscose chiffon, acrylic, tropical weight wool and blends flow beautifully in solid, ombre’, floral, fruit, stripe, plaid, dotted, splatter-paint, animal, sea and abstract patterns. Some are textured via crinkling, embroidering and puckering Effects, others are classic, and several are sheer and gauzy. Infinity silhouettes continue and are clearly understood by consumers because They are so easy to wear. There are several options that are unisex so that everyone can own a FRAAS scarf this season. FRAAS is also on the mark with their color trends in which the season's prettiest neutral/soft, mid-tone, and bright palette options are represented within the range.

Retails range from $28 to about $130 (silk blend). There is no other fashion accessory that makes such a strong fashion statement for this affordability and has so many flexible wearing options. Several styles can be folded as head wraps, waist wraps, sarongs, and depending on the style, even a halter top. Others do double duty and can be used as a shawl for cool nights, air conditioning, travel and, again, the creation of a chic fashion accessory statement. Easy to wear, simple to drape or tie, this line makes great sense for a self or gift purchase. Style 623949 which is appropriately named, MYSTICAL WATERS, is a very beautiful, oversized printed style that measures 40x72 inches. Therefore, it is a versatile look that can worn as a wrap or scarf. It retails for $48 and is available in vibrant combinations, including turquoise and coral options. It works with day or evening looks and is on target with its flattering palette and popular viscose yarn.

ME THINK: I absolutely loved this scarf. I typically tend to not go with girly pink colors but I had to give it a go: spring is just around the corner! And what an absolutely beautiful scarf! My coral FRAAS scarf was absolutely perfect for day and night times and I did use it as a wrap for the cooler evenings and as a simple drape during day times when it was warm. Many of my colleagues were thrilled to see how a scarf could actually make my typically darb clothes look way too cool! They've been wanting to try out FRAAS and it helped make up their mind when they saw and felt this beautiful coral scarf.

GO FRAAS! Try a FRAAS scarf today and welcome spring!

If you're not a tee person, you probably should convert today.

2013-03-13T11:21:00.002-07:00

The Who: Welcome to TeeBusters - home of the cheapest daily t-shirt in Europe. We sell a unique t-shirt and hoody every 48 hours for only €8.99 and €28.49 each! We have a huge range of styles including music, movie, humour, pop culture, gaming, comic book, tv show and retro inspired designs. Artists and designers submit their tee shirt designs here where they are reviewed. The design that gets the most votes is then sold on the website.

Tis no secret, I'm a teeshirt and sneakers sort of gal so I was super excited and jumped up and down to be reviewing the TeeBusters tees with my readers (:

Me Think:

I absolutely loved the two t-shirts I received. One was a Small Ladies tee and the other was a Large Mens' tee. I loved the fit of the ladies tee and it fit most snugly and as you can see from my gaping grinning mouth, I'm happy as a lark with how it looks! Separately, I'm a sucker for short sleeves on my tees and this fit the bill perfectly, the sleeves were short and the cut was immaculate!

And the large tee that my husband tried and reviewed, he grunted: Great! and that's saying a lot. I did love the way it complemented his overall look as well!

However, I wait for the final word on any tee-shirt until after I've washed and dried it and given it the rough treatment, so both tees went into the washer/dryer and emerged intact and still in pristine condition!

Overall, an excellent set of tees and hoodies and I've been looking at the website and the collection of designs they have are fantastic, excellent quality and makes my day! Give someone or yourself the gift of TeeBusters today!

PS: A special shout out to my new favorite PR person: Give it up for Matt from TeeBusters! He's been such a pleasure to work with and when I come to the area as I undoubtedly will at some point in my life, we should hang out and be blood bros! :)

What was that New Year health resolution again?

2013-03-09T18:10:00.001-08:00

The Who: Healthy Surprise!

Each Healthy Surprise box is filled to the brim with delicious, healthy snacks. Every month our snackologists work hard to put together a variety of healthy snacks to form the perfect snack box! We've partnered with the best snack companies in the country and work with them to deliver you a great variety each and every month. Every month you'll receive totally new snacks - we never repeat any snack two months in a row, although we may include different flavors of something we think is really special. And every now and then we bring back our favorite snacks when there's popular demand!

How does it work:

Healthy Surprise offers varying subscription levels depending on box size. The box that AG received was the “Starter Box,” which serves 1 to 2 people. You can purchase the Starter Box for $33 per month (plus shipping). The company also offers the “Healthy Box” for 1-4 people at $66 per month and the “Large Box” for 2 – 6 people at $99 per month. When you purchase the larger sized boxes you also receive free shipping within the U.S.

Like other subscription boxed programs, you can easily sign up online and choose your shipping destination. Healthy Surprise will deliver outside of the U.S., but additional shipping charges will apply.

All natural - Vegan - Gluten Free - Soy Free

Now truth be told, I'm quite the snacker and therefore, it was very important this year that I remind myself to be healthy whilst snacking. So I was very excited to receive the February starter box which was all natural, vegan, gluten free and soy free! And my beautiful generous box came with these goodies!

Bare Fruit Crunchy Cinnamon Apple Chips, 1.69 oz: 2 servings,
Sea Sprinkles Seaweed Snack Clusters, 1.75 oz: 5 servings,
Caveman Crunch, 1 oz: 1 serving,
Sacred Heart Mylk Chocolate Heart, 1.44 oz: 2 servings,
Beanitos, 1.25 oz: 1 serving,
Hail Merry Chocolate Macaroons 1.75 oz: 2 servings,
Hail Merry Orange Cranberry Grawnola, 1.5 oz: 1 serving,
Health Warrior 100 Calorie Chia Bar, 0.88 oz: 1 serving,
Gopal’s Raw Brownie, 2 oz: 1 serving,
Gopal’s Savory Pumpkin Seed Sprouties, 2 oz: 2 servings,
2 Righteously Raw Bite Size Chocolate Bars, .35 oz each: 2 servings,

In addition to these generous snacks, I received some DIY recipes that I'm dying to try out, and this was an excellent package of full size products. Some were the perfect size to slip into my pocket to nibble on before or after a dance class or a workout and the others were excellent for the husband and myself.

In case you're wondering, the first item I devoured was the chocolate macaroons and my oh my. Snack heaven!

Me Think:

Overall, an excellent excellent starter box by Healthy Surprise. It can be argued that this may be a high starting price but I'd say for the items you're receiving, your body will thank you for the healthy alternatives! Try out a Healthy Surprise for the myriad of healthy options you'll discover and you'll have insight into healthy yummy options for snacking. And the box is also most exquisite: It comes with a lovely set of health mantras that I found most interesting to read and echo :)

Go Healthy Surprise!

A challenge to not fall in love with Beauty Fix

2013-03-08T17:49:00.000-08:00

Beautyfix is the rage of the town. Period.

With Beautyfix, you receive up to $400.00 worth of beauty products for just $49.99! Simply create an account and browse the products that their panel of experts has chosen for the season and you're done!

You select up to 8 products and these are shipped to your door!

For the harsh winter, I picked my top 8 favorites with an extra bonus, BeautyFix's cylinder cosmetic bag!

Overall, a brilliant set of products decided by a panel and facilitated by BeautyFix, there is a lot of reassurance to be said for a company that gives the member a variety of beauty product choices, puts together a panel in place to test the products and give their recommendations and thoughts about the product and for the ability to customize the beauty experience to oneself or to a loved one. Also note that these products are always deluxe or full size products, so $49.99 is a steal! (Most people say that there are beautybox subscriptions for $10.00 but I'd argue that for this price and for the product sizes, you're not going to find a deal like this one.

I also love and admire the fact that they have portions which explain the brand's summary, the panelists' thoughts, application technique and customer reviews. What more does one need to make an informed decision?

The What:

A chic, cylinder shaped cosmetic bag with a small mirror for easy touch-ups.

I absolutely loved and still rave about the black geometric patterns and the very thoughtful mirror in the corner of the bag. Its outsides are as thoughtful as the insides, the insides are lined with a soft pretty silver fabric. It's one of the sturdiest makeup bags I possess (and I possess a lot of them,) and the color choice makes it an excellent classic bag to keep at work or for a vacation. It has quickly and seamlessly progressed to one of my absolute favorite makeup bag.

Here was the list of the products I picked:

1.Spongelle

2. Pencil me in cosmetics

3. Sonya dakar:hydrasoft/discoloration

4. Hera: arghan oil

5. Nick chavez: shampoo

6. Phytomer moisturizing milk

7. Sparitual moisturizing lotion

8. Degrees for women body mist

I absolutely must emphasize the beauty of the combination of items you're picking: I had an eyeliner, an oil, shampoo, lotion, mist, spongelle all in one beautiful package. I did have some repeats from the last times I've received boxes but I loved all the products I used and they are all extremely awesome quality and awesome full size products!

If nothing else, I challenge all my readers to try one box. One BeautyFix box that you can handpick and customize for your needs and I challenge you not to fall in love.

Who's your fitness buddy? Zaggora is your fitness buddy!

2013-01-31T08:18:00.000-08:00

Zaggora!

The Who: After two years of development, Zaggora launched its flagship HotPants to help women maximise the effect of their workouts and get more for less. The technology in their products has helped thousands of women to look and feel good, and they know from their feedback that our products have made a real difference in their lives.

The What: Zaggora Hooded Body Blazer

Targeting: Your upper body, arms and stomach—but not your bust.

Key Product Features

• Wicking sports mesh at the bust to keep you cool and fresh

• Smart fabrics woven from recycled nano-sized coffee grounds and ice-cool crystals

• Anti-odor sports mesh at the underarms to aerate and neutralize odor

• Ice-cool jersey at the collar and sleeves to cool you down as you heat up

• Waterproof, reflective hood to help keep you safe and your hair dry in the rain

• Clear-windowed iPhone pocket to keep your gadgets secure and accessible

Fit & Feel

• Curved flat-lock seams follow and flatter your body’s curves

• Light, flexible compression fit supports your body and creates a smooth silhouette

I was extremely excited when I received my very own Zaggora Hooded Body Blazer. What immediately caught my attention was their sensitivity to the target areas: my upper body, arms and stomach could always do with more toning but it did not target the bust area: no complaints there! I've always worried about my bust getting smaller with the rest of the body so this product was absolutely perfect.

I used this extensively during the entire winter and I thought it to be perfect. The fit is absolutely beautiful, it curves and fits my body like it was stiched onto it, I have used the clear windowed packet to fit my iPod or my phone and the jersey actually does its magic in keeping me warm yet cool on a wintery outside workout day! I am definitely impressed that it has anti odor sports mesh at the underarms. I absolutely love love loved the thumb holes, this was an excellent feature for the cold winters and I took complete and total advantage of that. And the space for the keys: Zaggora, you needn't have but you did!

And the yellow hoodie: I love yellows and anything to cheer me up while I start my workout deserves a Thank You! So Zaggora picked an awesome color and the hoodie is 100% waterproof. I did use it in the drizzling rain and I am happy to report that it was absolutely fine! And drawstrings keep them firmly in place. Zaggora has thought of everything!

And the absolute best part: I'm always that girl who stands up to a challenge, so when the 2 week challenge pamphlet dropped out of my package, I rolled my eyes and said: Oh K then!

And two weeks later, I've lost a total of 7lb by doing 30 minutes of walking/jogging. The HotPants have also been my zumba buddy and sometimes the Hooded Body Blazer walks into class with me :) Zaggora recommends that it be as close to the skin as possible to be most effective so I find myself using this body blazer in isolation and miraculously, it provides an excellent combination of warmth when I need it and cooling down when I need it.

Overall, a product excellently designed for a woman's weight loss or health and fitness goals with careful consideration to her comfort (thumb holes, clear pocket, place for keys, everything!) pep up colors and form fitting to make anyone look good.

Thank you Zaggora!