THE blog for Women over 45! Our Giveaways are always over $50! We let younger people be our friends too!

Rarities:Fine Jewelry with Carol Brodie Spring Fashionista Events Lookbook Sponsor

[ 9 ] February 1, 2012

Stunning $279 Pink Opal Earring Lookbook Giveaway Sneak Peek!

Pink Opal and Gemstone Rose Vermeil Drop Earrings $279 HSN

Can you believe these Stunners? You will have a chance to WIN your very own pair of Pink Opal And Gemstone Rose Vermeil Drop Earrings by Rarities: Fine Jewelry with Carol Brodie when the Spring Fashionista Lookbook debuts Feb. 15 (ish) on all the Fashionista participating blogs! Just in time for your own little after-Valentine present, you can browse the Spring Fashionista Events Lookbook which debut all the Giveaways in Spring Fashionista Event, March 2-7 AND you can enter to win these lovelies at the same time! The earrings are pear shaped pink opal (3. 92 Cts), round Rhodolite, and round White Topaz and retail for $279. If you can’t wait for the giveaway, you can buy them and matching peices at HSN.

This is the lovely Carol Brodie, the designer of these earrings. She is the Queen of Diamonds, the Top Jewelry seller on HSN and a gorgeous woman over 45, who we have previously featured on our blog! I had the pleasure to chat with Carol on Monday of this week, I couldn’t believe how kind, thoughtful and geniune she is, in addition to being a TOP business woman! What a combo! Want to see Carol live and in action? She will be presenting Today’s Star Style Special tonight at :

Thurs. February 2^nd from 12am – 2am, with further appearances at 12pm – 2pm & 9pm – 11pm
Sun. February 5^th from 2am – 4am & 4pm – 6pm

All times are Eastern Standard Time.

Carol couldn’t show me the piece of jewelry that she would be presenting as the Today’s Star Style Special but she said this picture of Natalie Portman would give us a feel for the Special..Oh my! I’d like my ears to look that good!

Where will you be tonight at midnight?

Try to catch Carol on HSN or head over to her Facebook page and say HI!

Take a look at last Fall Fashionista Event Lookbook Here!

UPDATE 2-2-2012: Carol Presented her Today’s Special Earrings and here they are for all of use to see. If you can believe it, she sold 3000 pairs just last night! :

Rarities: Fine Jewelry with Carol Brodie Gemstone Sterling Silver Drop Earrings $139

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$52 Skin Authority GO! Gorgeous Sweet Revenge Skin Care Kit Giveaway

[ 165 ] February 1, 2012

Look Gorgeous! Get Your Revenge!

Blog Note: The $52 Skin Authority Giveaway is part of the Lots of Love Giveaway Event, hosted by Taking Time For Mommy, And The Little Ones Too, Put A Little Umbrella In Your Drink, And Seeds of Life . All Giveaways are over $25 so be sure to find the linky at the end of this post to keep on hopping!

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Skin Care by Skin Authority that will make you DROP DEAD gorgeous!

Okay, so you got dumped or you dumped him! It seems like break-ups are the new black. With Skin Authority, you can get the ultimate revenge–Sweet Revenge! Skin Authority has a new skin care kit–that will make everyone envious of your skin and you’ll end up – looking Gorgeous! Better that fatty chocolates and dead tomorrow flowers–the limited-edition GO! Gorgeous Sweet Revenge kit is the answer to your Valentine’s Gift giving dilemmas! Sweet Revenge by Skin Authority is the Anti-V-Day Answer . At a special price of $52, for a limited time only!

What’s in the Skin Authority Sweet Revenge Kit to create all that Jealousy?

Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 30 UVA 4-Stars, 0.7 fl oz
Tri-Power Peptide Hydrator, 0.7 fl oz
Daily Cleanser, 0.7 fl oz
Resurfacing Accelerator, 0.7 fl oz

The Chief Blonde Remarks: You know I adore the Skin Authority Line. So much so that you will rarely (if ever) see any other Skin Care featured on this blog. I tried it, I was sold. You can see all my other reviews here ( ) . The Sweet Revenge kit contains 3 of my favorite Skin Authority Items which I use DAILY!! (the cleanser, the hydrator, and the resurfacing accelerator). I use mineral make-up so the Skin Authority Daily Cleanser really gets the make-up off of my skin, whereas water or soap/water will not, but the Daily Cleanser is gentle so I don’t end up looking like a prune. I use the Skin Authority Tri-Power Peptide Hydrator each day before applying my makeup (if I remember). I like to use it under my makeup to keep a “Dewy” look. Probably, my favorite Skin Authority product is the Resurfacing Accelerator. I am a Women over 45 and menopausal. This product helps me with all those lines and wrinkles and keeps my skin looking bright…it stings a bit when you first begin to use it..but that means its working. I found this product really helped with my rosacea–a condition where skin takes on a red tone and often acne-like break outs occur. I adore Skin Authority and would encourage any of you who are seeking a skin care regime to give the Skin Authority Sweet Revenge a try…it’s a deal too because they products separately would run you $68!

Can’t Wait to Win It?

Buy the Skin Authority Sweet Revenge Kit and all Skin Authority Products at: http://www.skinauthority.com/

THE PRIZE:

One Winner will take home a $52 Skin Authority GO! Gorgeous Sweet Revenge Skin Care Kit

THE GIVEAWAY:

Giveaway starts Feb 1 and ends Feb. 14 11:59 EST

SEE MORE BELOW:

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Facebook Blast $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway

[ 6 ] February 1, 2012

Get The Money that you need for Valentine’s NOW!

Want to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card Code to pay for all your Valentine gifts for your Sweetie? Just fill out the Rafflecopter form below. Follow the Facebook pages, and take two weeks to do it if you need to. If you are a blogger and want to join in the next event, sign up here.

THE PRIZE:

$100 Amazon Gift Card Code

THE GIVEAWAY:

Contest runs Feb. 1 — Feb. 15, 2012 11:59 EST

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Infant meningitis, Death 48 hours? Protect Infants Now Meningococcal disease

[ 6 ] January 31, 2012

THINK ITS JUST THE FLU? Are you SURE?

Infant Meningitis can Look like the FLU

Meningitis in Infants (also called Meningococcal disease) can come on suddenly and a healthy child who catches meningitis can be dead in 24-48 hours. Many mistake meningitis for the flu because it mimics flu symptoms. The risk of meningitis death is much higher (three to seven times) in infants younger than one year of age because their immune systems are less sophisticated. It is possible to prevent Infant Meningitis via vaccines but the vaccine is not universally recommended as of yet.

INFANT MENINGITIS: DID YOU KNOW?

Meningitis in infants is highly preventable with a vaccine.
1/16 children who contract Meningitis will die from it
Children are currently immunized for mumps, measles, rubella and rotovirus–but more children die from meningitis than any of these diseases.
Of the infants who survive meningitis, many will have paralysis, limb amputations, strokes, seizures, severe scarring, hearing loss, brain and organ damage, and more.

WHAT CAN BE DONE to prevent Infant Menigitis?

Sign the Petition to Protect Infants Now (PIN) to encourage the CDC to include the Meningitis Vaccine in their recommended list of vaccines for infants.

Watch this meaningful video so you are clear on the message to Protect Infants now. A mother who lost her child to Meningococcal Disease shares her story:

Blog Note: WE participated in this Meningitis campaign on behalf of Mom Central & Meningitis Angels. This Meningitis campaign is made possible, partially through the support provided by Novartis Vaccines. As well, a small donation to the charity of my choosing was made via my name by Mom Central to thank me for my participation. As usual, all the opinions for this posting are one hundred percent my own.

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$200 Tiffany Gift Card Giveaway!

[ 7 ] January 27, 2012

You CAN have Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Little Blue Bag? Little Blue Box? Yes, every girl has dreamt of receiving that special BLUE package and white satiny bow at one time in her life. It probably Audrey Hepburn’s fault or that silly “Breakfast at Tiffany” Movie..well who knows? But no one will EVER argue with a present from Tiffany! To help you out with Valentine’s Day in 2012, some blogger friends and I thought you needed the ultimate treat…

THE GIVEAWAY:

Open to US and Canada only (Canadians please see note below). Void where prohibited. Ends February 7 at 11:59pm EST.

THE PRIZE:

$200 Tiffany Card (WHAT???? Isn’t that FAB!) **Note: If the winner is a US resident, the prize is a $200 GC. Canadians, due to Gift Card restrictions, the prize if the winner is Canadian is a Return to Tiffany Double Heart Tag Pendant like the one pictured below, approximate value $200 USD

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Dogs are Better! Pinterest Throwdown

[ 79 ] January 26, 2012

Dogs are Better Than Cats! Pinterest Throw Down between Still Blonde after all these YEARS and Simply Stacie

This is Question Dog, she answers questions on our Facebook. Now can you imagine a CAT doing that?

Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income Fame gave us permission to use his dog.

Simply Stacie and I are having a Throw Down to determine if Dogs are Better or Cats are Better ? Simply Stacie is taking the side of Cats, you can visit her post Cats are Better. Once you have looked at our posts and maybe even “Pinned” a few on Pinterest, take the mini-poll that you will find at the bottom of both of our posts. Remember, secretly you know….DOGS ARE BETTER!!! Game on Stacie!!

We all know about Guide Dogs and what heros they are! Have you ever heard of a Guide Cat? REALLY!

Source:

In the END, Dogs are Better! Don’t you Think!!

Source:

Take our Poll and remember–>>The Blonde is saying THAT DOGS ARE BETTER!!

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Pink Vintage Dresses (Jan. 2012)

[ 5 ] January 23, 2012

A Beautiful Pink Vintage Dress

1950′s Pink Vintage Dress, Prom Dress, From the Chief Blonde’s own Collection, Pink Satin Swirls sewn over lace, over tulle then over satin. No Label.

I Need a shot of this dress with a crinoline!

Pink Vintage Dresses are just the best confection around. Does anything say “Sandra Dee” like a big stiff skirted prom dress, especially when they are Pink Vintage Dresses?

Yeah, Go ahead make my day– PIN IT!!!

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$60 DiVOGA Desk Set Review and Giveaway from Office Max, 2 Winners

[ 221 ] January 23, 2012

DiVOGA for a Decorated Desk

Blog Note: This $60 DiVOGA Desk Set Giveaway is part of the Blog Pop Bubbles of Love Giveaway Event. Once you have entered this giveaway, head back over to the Master Linky to enter all the other HIGH dollar giveaways!

The DiVOGA Hadie Collection is available at OfficeMAX for a suggested MSRP of $30

DiVOGA Eliminates Desktop Boredom

Boring manila folders, steno note pads and yellow sticky notes are the norm on most desks, but why not spice up your home or office workspace with something more fashionable, colorful and inspiring? It’s that time of year to get organized, so do it in style.

OfficeMax wants to help you and your readers brighten your workspace and get organized with products from its new limited-edition collection of stylish notepads, folders, binders, file totes and more from DiVOGA Hadie. Featuring a design inspired by European tapestries, calligraphy and toile, the DiVOGA Hadie collection is available in two color schemes – red and gold or blue and brown (please see attachment for images). The new fashion forward collection is available exclusively at OfficeMax stores nationwide.

DiVOGA Hadie Giveaway Set Includes:

• Binder
• Journal
• 3-Prong Folders
• 9-Count File Folder
• Houndstooth Pens
• Gift Bag

Can’t Wait to Win it: Buy it here NOW! The price of the DiVOGA Desk Set is $30, and you can get DiVOGA at Office Max and OfficeMax.com

THE GIVEAWAY:

Giveaway runs from Jan. 23-Feb. 03, 2012 11:59 EST.

THE PRIZE:

Two lucky winners will take home a DiVOGA Hadie Giveaway Set Includes:
• Binder
• Journal
• 3-Prong Folders
• 9-Count File Folder
• Houndstooth Pens
• Gift Bag

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Tru Protection iphone 4 Cover Air Jacket Review

[ 135 ] January 23, 2012

Tru Protection iphone 4 Air Jacket designed by Heather Brown

Blog Note: This reveiw/giveaway was part of the Great Gadget Giveaway presented by Kobiso and Madame Deals

Heather Brown Inspired Designs for Tru Protection ($54.95)

These Tru Protection Iphone 4 Air Jacket Phone cases arrived at my house with no solicitation from me that I can find evidence of nor did any PR rep contact me. I do not have an iPhone 4 so I am giving them away to you so you can enjoy them. They are simply gorgeous cases (as they should be for $54.95…Wowza) The designs are bright, light and fun. Heather Brown, is a North Shore Oahu (Hawaii) artist who is world renowned for her Aloha Spirit Art. 15% of the purchase of ever Tru Protection Iphone 4 Air jacket will go to support the Living beyond Breast Cancer Foundation! I like the fact the cases are made in America with a low carbon footprint. It’s also cool that the case extends above the surface offering you iphone additional protection.

Can’t Wait to Win it? Buy it ! Truprotection.com Get one for a friend, a gift or buy one or two for yourself!

THE GIVEAWAY:

Giveaway runs from Jan. 23-Feb. 06, 2012 11:59 EST.

THE PRIZE:

Three lucky winner will take home an Tru Protection Iphone 4 Cover Air Jacket case from the Heather Brown Collection from Tru Protection MSRP ($54.95).

UPDATE:

This Tru Protecttion iphone 4 Cover air Jacket Review is completed. The Rafflecopter had 1838 entries. See iphone 4 Cover Giveaway Winners

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$60 The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts Review and Giveaway (Forget the resolutions)

[ 331 ] January 20, 2012

150 Different Sea Salts from 30 countries

Blog Note: The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts Giveaway is part of the Forget the Resolutions Giveaway Event. Hosted by Planet Weidknecht and Going Crazy!! Wanna Go?? Once you have entered the Giveaway for The Spice Lab Gourmet Salts, you will find a hop list at the end to enter all the other blog’s giveaways. HOP ON!

The Spice Lab Introduces the 11 tube Hawaiian –Aloha Sea Salt Collection, MSRP $49.95

The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts available are offered in 5, 6 or 11 sampling test tube sets

Ever wanted to try something new and not want to commit to a large size of a particular flavor? The Spice Lab offers you just that opportunity! They offer high quality Gourmet Sea Salts, in 150 different flavors, such that your committment is low but your enjoyment and variety level is high!

What is The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts?

The Spice Lab was founded when the company president, Brett Cramer, who has a passion for food and cooking, turned a fascination with sea salts from a handmade gift idea into a booming new business. The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts gives chefs (and home cooks) access to some of the best tasting and undiscovered salts from around the globe.

The Chief Blonde Remarks: The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts were a surprise to me. Sure I have tried Gourmet combination salts and spices before but never such dramatic flavor blends And never such clever packaging. I liked that each exotic sea salt comes in a Pyrex test tube with an all-natural cork stopper. Whatever size collection you buy (5, 9 or 11) comes stunningly displayed in a handcrafted, American-made, recycled lumber base. The sea salt tubes contain approximately one oz. of salt and a reference card is included in each package which offers suggestions on uses of the salts and dish pairings. I really adored the Wild Mushroom Cyprus Flake and the Chardonnay Oak Smoked Fleur De Sel salts. I also found the reference card useful such that I used my sampling salts in the proper way until I got used to their unique flavors and textures. www.thespicelab.com

Can’t Wait to Win it? Buy it ! The Spice Labs NOW! The Spice Lab Gourmet Sea Salts sampling selections retail from $24.95 to $59.95. Get one for a friend, a gift or buy one or two for yourself!