Michael Stars Summer Collection

I think I'll start my shopping trip at one of my favorite websites, Michael Stars.

Best known for its amazing collection of tees, the company introduced a collection of amazing dresses last year. I have yet to find anything in their collection that isn't completely comfortable and flattering.

Here are my favorites in their Summer Collection:

Dip Dye Empire Waist Shine Tube Dress
Price: $78.00



Vee Neck w/Shirring Supima Camisole
Price: $52.00

PeaceLoveMom Kicks Off Summer with Camp Mom Tanks

It has been a very late start to summer in Minnesota and I only started looking at my summer wardrobe this weekend. All I have to say is that it is time for a major shopping trip. (A big bonus - I've lost nearly 30 lbs since last summer and nothing fits!!) I was excited to see a new summer announcement hit my email box from one of my chic mom favs - PeaceLoveMom

Right now they are featuring their "CAMP MOM" Tank top. Camp Mom is described as "the perfect camp for all ages! Filled with fun activities, yummy treats, and lasting memories. Unlimited Hugs and Kisses too. Camp Mom, where your heart stays."

Regularly priced at $30. Right now, you can get this summer tank for $24. Just enter the coupon code "Camp Mom" at check out to take advantage of this great offer through June 30

PeaceLoveMom: Celebrating Motherhood

You may have noticed that I love tees. They are my mommy uniform. I will as needed pull out my more formal wear if I have meetings or an event, but most days you'll find me in either a short-sleeved or long-sleeved tee and jeans. I have a selection of hoodies, sweaters, and shirts that get pulled on and off during the day, but there is typically a tee involved in my daily attire.

One of my favorite collections is by PeaceLoveMom. Their collection is all about celebrating Motherhood and all that it means. Their tees are made of ultra-comfy cotton with messages like "Peace Love Mom", "Camp Mom", "Happy Mom", "Green Mom" and "Rock & Roll Mom".

A tee from PeaceLoveMom would make a great gift for Mother's Day. Place your order by May 5 to guarantee delivery for Mother's Day and receive a FREE PeaceLoveMom tote bag on orders over $75. Just enter the coupon code"MothersDay" at checkout to take advantage of this great offer.

Celeb Style Find: Nicole Richie's Post Baby Sundress

Nicole Richie was seen out earlier this week enjoying the spring sunshine. The fashionable new mom was wearing a Karen Zambos Vintage Couture tunic dress. The tunic dress is perfect for her post baby body with its colorful print and loose fitting style they will easily hide any post-baby weight you may be carrying.

Pick up this Karen Zambos Vintage tunic dress is available at Nordstrom for $151.

Spring Sale at Old Navy: Up To 40% Off

I suppose we may as well start where most of my shopping trips occur -- Old Navy. Right now they are busy stocking their racks with summer fashions and discounting all the spring stock.

Some of my favorites:

Women's Cross-Front Babydoll Tops
Regular price: $16.50
Sale price: $12.50



Women's Destination Graphic Tanks
Regular price: $14.50
Sale price: $8.70

Let's Get the Fun Started Again

Oh long ignored blog readers where do we start?

I have an email box full of press releases, announcements, and miscellaneous product emails. My office has stacks of samples that need to be sorted and reviewed. Unfortunately / fortunately, my business consulting work has had to take precendence for the past few months and things have piled up that I just don't know where to start.

So let's just dive in from the top of the piles and see what fun stuff we can find....

Whatever It Takes Tees Designed by Celebrity Moms

Whatever It Takes has teamed up with some of our favorite celebrity moms to design custom made tees being sold to help them raise 3 million dollars in 3 years for various global causes and philanthopies.




Check out the tees designed by by Gwen Stefani and Nicole Kidman.

Available online at shopintuition.com for $48.00

It's Time to Give Yourself a Treat

I'm a pretty basic girl. My daily makeup routine is very minimalist. Considering that my daily activity typically involve trips to the grocery store, school drop offs / pickups, and my daily excursion to the gym, I really don't require much makeup. A little foundation, a little powder, and some lipgloss get me out the door.

I love the Candy Color Minderal Lip Stain by Treat. Full of soothing ingredients including shea butter and rosehip, it leaves your lips with the gorgeous stain of candy-kissed color.

Just a little bit gives a big impact and it lasts for hours without needing to reapply.

Jennifer Garner is also a big fan of the Lip Stain from Treat!

Pre-order Murval Paris Handbags at Real Simple

Just in time for Spring comes the Murval Paris Handbag pre-sale at Real Simple. Designed with French fashion flair in easy care fabrics at amazing prices. Real Simple has added some new spring releases to their collection that will make their appears at the end of the month. They are offering a sneak peak and pre-order discount on the entire Murval collection.

Order by this Friday (February 15th) and take 10% off your entire order. Just enter FABBAGS in the promotional code box at checkout.

Wallies Peel & Stick Chalkboards

I recently decided it was time for a new look for my office / studio. In a land with three boys and a husband, my office is the one space that is even the slightest bit 'girly'. I decided to paint it an oceany aqua and move a bunch of my flea market finds into it to give it a kind of shabby chic / midwest modern look.

The one thing I've been putting off it nailing in a blackboard into my beautiful paint job. That's why I am totally ga-ga over the Peel & Stick Chalkboards from Wallies.

The Slate Gray Chalkboards come in packages of four 9" x 12" panels. Each vinyl panel is fully removable and repositional. Priced at just $16.99 for one package of four panels.

Local Celebrity: Time to Respect Your Mother

Local Celebrity has teamed up with non-profit organization, Global Green USA, to bring you this custom vintage inspired tee. All proceeds from their Respect Your Mother shirt sold is being donated to Global Green, to help with issues associated with global warming.

Each tee is constructed of 100% Organic Cotton with a vintage wash for extra-softness.

Priced at $28

There was a kid-sized version of the same tee available earlier this year which was spotted out on Phinnaeus Moder (Julia Roberts' son) and Pax Jolie-Pitt.

Winter Sale Time at Old Navy

Old Navy has expanded their after-holiday sale and is offering up to 75% select winter styles both online and in stores.

Here are our sale favorites:

Women's Long-Sleeved Tiny Fit Tees
Regular price: $14.50
Sale price: $3.49

J Crew Introduces Vintage Inspired Jewelry Collection

During the summer months, I spend my time scouring flea markets and estate sales for gorgeous vintage jewelry and fabrics. I am completely in love with the new jewelry collection just introduced by J Crew that is inspired by these same vintage pieces.

Each necklace, bracelet and ring is designed to make a statement in earthy shade of turquoise, coral and pistachio.

The pieces are priced between $35 - $200. Available at JCrew.com

Bono Designs for Hard Rock Signature Series

U2 frontman and longtime activist has collaborated with the Hard Rock Cafe to become the 25th music icon to create a charity t-shirt for Hard Rock’s Signature Series. The "Fish Can Fly" tee features his own design of a fish soaring through the stars and sky.

Proceeds from the sale of the shirt will benefit the Wildlife Conservation Society's Conservation Cotton Initiative, which helps African farmers escape poverty through land management education, organic cotton growing techniques and wildlife conservation.

The shirts are available at hardrock.com.

Other artists that have participated in the series include Elton John, Sting, Michael Stipe, Aerosmith, Matchbox Twenty, Greenday and many more.

Loeffler Randall Arrives at Target

The latest designer handbag collection has hit the shelves at Target. This seasons collection has been designed by Loeffler Randall as part of their chic for less campaign. The Brooklyn-based line has a long line of celebrity fans including Cameron Diaz and Jessica Biel.

The entire collection retails at Target stores and their online site from $19.99 - $49.99. Check out all the gorgeous designs at target.com

Old Navy Item of the Week: Patch Pocket Sweater

I love cuddling up in a comfy sweater on a cold winter day. These patch pocket sweaters by Old Navy are a perfect fit with their cute button-flap patch pockets and a comfy hood. On sale this week for $20.

Winter Sale Time at Old Navy!

Old Navy has launched their after-holiday sale and is offering up to 50% select winter styles both online and in stores.

Here are our sale favorites:

Women's French Graphic Tees
Regular price: $16.50
Sale price: $9.90



Women's Sueded Shoulder Bags
Regular price: $19.50
Sale price: $9.75

Boxing Day Sale: 25% Off Everything at Hatley

The holidays are over and the after-Christmas sales are just starting. First up is the Boxing Day Sale at Hatley. For one day only (December 26th), Hatley is taking 25% off everything at their website. The discount will automatically be calculated at checkout.

Some of our favorites:

Bear Country Womens Boxers
Regular price: $18.00 CAD
Sale price: $13.50 CAD



Penguin Flannel Pajama Pants
Regular price: $30.00 CAD
Sale price: $22.50 CAD



Bear Country Adult Boots
Regular price: $56.00 CAD
Sale price: $42.00 CAD

180's Ear Warmers: Keeping Your Lobes Warm and Toasty

Winter isn't always pretty. The cold weather rolls in and you find yourself tucked into an overstuffed coat, wearing clunky boots, and sporting hat head. The Puffy Quilt Ear Warmers by 180s let you keep looking stylish in comfort for all those cold weather outings.

Designed with triple layer construction to provide thermal retention and blocks wind. The behind the head design lets you wear additional hats and glasses in comfort. Easily collapses for tucking into your pocket or purse when its time to head inside.

Priced at $25 at 180s.com

Chef'n Juicester: Taking the Pulp Out of Morning Orange Juice

If you like fresh orange juice but aren't a big fan of the pulp a fresh cup contains, the Juicester by Chef'n is for you! The Juicester is the first citrus reamer designed to extract all of the juice from your citrus fruit and keep the pulp out of the juice. Now you can start the day with a fresh squeezed glass of OJ with just a twist of the wrist.

Priced at $14.95 and available at chefsresource.com

Holiday Sale Time at Banana Republic

Our next sale is from Banana Republic which is already taking big markdowns on winter clothing.

Here are our sale favorites:

Teardrop-print wrap dress
Regular price: $128
Sale price: $60



Bright houndstooth coat
Regular price: $168
Sale price: $100

It's Winter Sale Time at The Gap!

It's not quite Christmas, but the sales notices are starting to roll in. First up are the latest markdowns at Gap.com which is already taking big markdowns on winter clothing.

Here are our sale favorites:

Ruffled pintuck blouse
Regular price: $44.50
Sale price: $34.99



Banded collar shirt
Regular price: $44.50
Sale price: $22.99



Waffle Boat Neck Tee
Regular price: $19.50
Sale price: $9.99

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Party Dresses on Sale at Shop Intuition

Looking for the perfect party dress for New Year's Eve? Shop Intuition is having a sale on holiday party dresses just in time for ringing in the New Year. Right now you can receive up to 70% some of their best dresses for the holiday parties.

My favorite is the Alexia Admor V-Neck Sequin dress with a plunging v-neck and sexy body-hugging curves. Regularily priced at $270, on sale now for $134.99.

Celeb Style Finds: Keri Russell

New mom Keri Russell looked gorgeous when she appeared on MTV to promote her new film August Rush.

Get the look:

Mock Turtleneck Dress over a pair of black tights

$69 at Spiegel