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$150 Mountain Khakis Review and Gift Certificate Giveaway 2 Winners

[ 333 ] April 30, 2012 | Shelley Zurek

Rise Above it with Mountain Khakis

Blog Note: The $150 Mountain Khakis Review and Gift Certificate Giveaway is Makobi Scribes Mother’s Day Event. After you enter my giveaway head over to Makobi Scribe to see her mothers day gift ideas worth over $3000. Then stop by Sason & Pobi to enter the grand prize drawing of a Toshiba 32SLV411U – 32″ class 720p 60Hz TV/DVD Combo!

Mountain Khakis Review

The Chief Blonde is wearing a Mountain Khakis Oxbow Skirt ($60) and Mountain Khakis Granite Creek Long Sleeve Shirt ($90). Bracelets are her own. Pink Old Navy Vintage Tee

Inspired by the Mountains, appropriate for any outdoor activity

Mountain Khakis®, a leading mountain-inspired lifestyle apparel brand based in Jackson Hole, Wyo., introduces its first full collection for women. The MK Women’s collections are composed of two new focuses – Granite Creek and Casual Lifestyle.

MK Granite Creek Collection

You can say ”Yes!” to the sun with Mountain Khakis Granite Creek Collection which designs in an exceptional UVA/UVB 50+ protection. The classic styling look of the women’s MK Granite Creek collection reminds you of ”Audrey Hepburn goes fly fishing.” Made from lightweight, peached Nylon Taslan®, the MK Granite Creek Long Sleeve Shirt and Hooded Popover are water repellent and quick drying. MK Granite Creek Bottoms are up for any range of activities. Constructed of brushed nylon with a Scotchgard(TM) treatment for stain resistance, these pants are incredibly lightweight, quick drying and packable. Available in pant, capri and short styles.

MK Casual Lifestyle Collection

The new women’s MK Casual Lifestyle collection combines style and adventure in one. Mountain Khakis uses the softest cottons to create a versatile wardrobe including the MK Oxbow collection of short sleeve, tunic and long sleeve shirts in cheery gingham checks. The stylish MK Oxbow chambray skirt features a wide waistband and front placket design detail.

The Chief Blonde Remarks: Mountain Khakis is “Built for Mountain Life”. I would say the “Active” Outdoor Nature life is what their newest collections conjure up in my mind. These clothes are the well made, high end-clothes that you wear for fishing, horseback riding, mountain climbing, hiking when saving money isn’t your first priority and you want your clothes to last. I loved the Oxbow Skirt from the Casual Lifestyle Collection. I thought it looked fun and flirty with my tights and kitten heels (I was working the Audrey Hepburn goes fly fising angle) but it would look equally as cute with some Sperry topsiders or comfy walking sandals. The Shirt from the Granite Creek Collection seems as if it was custom designed for me. The fact that the shirt had UVA/UVB 50+ protection is ideal for a super pale girl who burns to a crisp in the sun like I do. I need a shirt like this for the summer, I can wear it as a cover-up whenever I am in the sun without looking like I have on too many clothes.

Mountain Khaki

Can’t Wait to Win it? Buy it.

You can find Mountain Khakis newest Granite Creek and Casual Lifestyle Collection at the Mountain Khakis website

THE GIVEAWAY:

May 1–May 18, 2012 11:59 PM EST

THE PRIZE:

2 Winners will Take Home a $75 Gift Certificate to Mountain Khakis

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Ladies’ Fashion Tips for Mother’s Day

[ 0 ] March 14, 2012 | Shelley Zurek

Use Mother’s Day as an excuse to treat yourself to a new look this March

When Mother’s Day arrives on March 18 (UK date), over £50 million will have been spent on greetings cards and over five million bouquets of flowers will have been ordered. It’s estimated that a further £55 million will be spent on chocolate gifts – even though more than half of mums questioned in a recent survey confessed that all they really wanted for their special day was a cuddle!

Whatever we give – or are given – this Mother’s Day, it’s a great excuse to take a little time to appreciate family life. And as spring starts to blossom, it’s the ideal chance for mothers and daughters alike to brighten up their wardrobes and check out the latest ladies’ fashion trends.

3 great looks for a Mother’s Day lunch

It’s estimated that 49% of us will take our mums out for a meal this Mother’s Day, and one of the best things about spending time with your nearest and dearest is that you can be as dressed up – or as dressed down – as you like.

1. Denim chic

Match bootcut or skinny jeans with a blouse and jacket, or create a splash by dipping into the world of coloured denim. With cuts to suit everyone – and styles that flatter your bottom or tummy – denim is the ultimate in comfort and chic. Check out the ‘Curvalicious Bum Lift Bootcut Jeans’ or the versatile ‘Confident Curves’ range to find a style to suit you.

2. Get on trend

The vibrant design of vintage print scarves has been recreated in modern strapless dresses and kimono cuts this season, whilst bright knits feature geometric patterns inspired by Aztec and Native American cultures. For springtime celebrations, dive into a world of pastel with pretty candy colours of yellow, peach, pink and purple.

3. Dress up

If your family gathering is a little more dressy, you don’t need to spend a fortune to turn heads. Make the most of this year’s spring/summer floral trend with a knee-length shift or prom style dress in patterned fabric, or opt for a maxi dress to up the wow factor.

Treats for mum

If you’re looking for something a little different this Mother’s Day, why not treat your mum to something beautiful that she’d never buy for herself? A pretty pendant in white gold or sterling silver – with zircon or diamante details – will look fantastic but won’t break the bank.

Blog Note: Content is a company sponsored feature.

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$100 Clothing Gift Certicate to Smitten NYC

[ 179 ] July 19, 2010 | Shelley Zurek

1 of 3 Giveaways in our $400 “Hot Summer Giveaway Event”

Smitten NYC as modeled by Chief Blonde

Top $89 on sale, Smitten NYC

What the Company Says:

smitten NYC about us

Chief Blonde Remarks:

Smitten NYC is a clothing line that easily transcends generations and locations. Many of the items are clearly suited for the under 35 crowd, yet a old babe mature woman like myself was easily able to find fun and up-to-date items to wear! I liked the easy swing of the top above and the see-through effect that hints at what is below(See it here on a skinny bitch beautiful model: http://www.smittennyc.com/product_detail.asp?page=1&NumRec=27&ItemNum=1&s_pid=8026&colorid=2911&s_cid=0&s_size=&s_price=&s_sale=1.) The top had so many colors in it that I could have easily have worn it with anything (black, white, red, tan, gold threads). I think that you will love this clothing line and will want to get every single entry you can into this contest–How often do you get $100 to pick exactly what you want from an awesome store like Smitten NYC? $89 on sale, Smitten NYC

THE PRIZE:

$100 Gift Cerificate to Smitten NYC–1 winner

THE RULES:

Contest Runs from 7-18-2010 to 7-26-2010

Super Simple Main Entry: Answer AT LEAST ONE or all the questions below and email your entry to stillblondeafteralltheseyears@gmail.com. If you answer more than one question, than that counts as extra entries! YIPEE! (it’s okay to put all the answers in one email). PLEASE do not put your answers to “Linked” questions in the comments–I will have to delete them and it will make the Chief Blonde sad!

1. Go to this link and email us at the address above: Which of the New items would you like? http://www.smittennyc.com/product_list.asp?s_cid=167

2. Go to this link and email us at the address above: Which of the sale items would you like? http://www.smittennyc.com/product_list.asp?s_sale=1

3. Go to this link and email us at the address above: What Magazine or blog most recently reported on Smitten? http://www.smittennyc.com/press.asp

4. Go to this link and email us at the address above: What is Smitten 1-866 number? (hint: its in the upper right hand corner) http://www.smittennyc.com/customer-service/..

5. Go to this link and email us at the address above: What fashion element do the tops on this page feature? (hint: it’s the two great big green words) http://www.smittennyc.com/

6. Go to this link and email us at the address above: What color is the last tank on this page? http://www.smittennyc.com/product_list.asp?s_cid=169

7. Go to this link and email us at the address above and tell us what other items are being given away as part of the big $400 Hot Summer giveaway:http://stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com/2010/07/hot-summer-giveaway-event/

8. Go to this link and email us at the address above–What can you do here? Still Blonde after all these YEARS!

Bonus entry:
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Giveaway ends July 26, 2010 at midnight. Pacific Time.

Contest open to U.S. residents in the continental US with a valid street address. Item will be shipped to your home. No PO Boxes please. Winner(s) are selected randomly. To claim your prize(s), Stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com will contact you within 48 hours of the contest closing. You must contact Stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com within 48 hours after that with your mailing address so companies can mail your prizes. Prize(s) not claimed by (48 hours) will be forfeited and a new winner will be selected in a live giveaway. Please provide a valid email address to be informed in case you do win a giveaway. Good Luck!

Blog Note: Chief Blonde and Blogger was provided a review sample. No compensation was provided. The opinions are her own.