While cocktail dresses tend to be required year-round, the weather is not always permitting. Let’s face it – a tiny strapless dress (though maybe adorable) just isn’t enough in, say, a blizzard. Even beneath your warmest winter coat! For this reason, I’ve been loving the fabulous variety of fun and functional long-sleeved mini dresses in Salemail lately. Here are a few of my favorites from ShopBop:

1. Tibi Draped Jeweled Dress (50% off) 2. Alice + Olivia Cutout Sleeve Dress (30% off) 3. Alice + Olivia Layered Cutout Dress (50% off) 4. Helmut Lang Powder Print Dress (30% off)

Do yourself a favor and snag one of these adorable frocks while we’ve got ‘em! The additional layer over your arms will go a long way in arctic temperatures, and it’s not like you’ll be sacrificing style. For extra warmth, just pile on the layers (think ankle boots, tights, fuzzy scarves, gloves, and a winter coat). Stay frostbite-free, fashionistas!

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Here at Shop It To Me, we know the importance of living life as your most stylish self. But let’s face it, nobody rolls out of bed looking perfectly chic. Being fashion-forward can take time, effort, and lots of money.

Since we’re well-versed in the world of fashion, and we know a thing or two (or a hundred) about hunting down the best deals out there, we want to help you look great while saving your sanity and your wallet!

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Frustrated about finding styles that don’t fit, aren’t flattering, or don’t exude your true personality? Why have to sacrifice fashion for fit? The Curvy Fashionista is a blog that celebrates women of all curves and focuses on finding the clothes that fit, without sacrificing contemporary style. Check it out today and find out ways you can spice up your closet, so you can be more confident in your wardrobe.

Every fashionista loves a great deal and with Shop It To Me, these deals and savings are yours, the Curvy Fashionistas sized 14 and up!  Shop It To Me fancies a great selection of the latest contemporary plus size designer brands at the best prices.

Which brands?  Read on below as we share just a few of the contemporary brands appearing at Shop It To Me for your curves:

DKNYC

Thanks to the fashion icon Donna Karan, curvy plus-size women can fashion themselves in variants of her designer label, DKNY. DKNYC presents chic classics with fun and flirty options. In sizes up to a 3X, DKNYC keeps you city chic and fashion forward.

DKNY Wool Blend Walking Coat, Nordstrom, $113.90

Juicy Couture

The infamous line that made sweat suits chic, Juicy Couture launched its plus size range a few seasons back, bringing the classic velour hoodies and fleece sets to the curvy fashionista.

Juicy Couture Velour Zip Hoody, Nordstrom, $53.90

MICHAEL by Michael Kors

For the sophisticated and edgy fashionista, Michael Kors diffusion line, MICHAEL by Michael Kors delivers the best in wear to work chic, the latest in fashion essentials for your wardrobe, all on trend and in fashion.

Michael Kors Nude Pintucked Silk Keyhole Blouse, Bluefly, $339.99

Rachel Pally White Label

If you are boho chic, or find your style more laid back and effortless, Rachel Pally White Label is one to watch.  One of the first contemporary brands to venture into plus size fashions buttery knits and jerseys.

Rachel Pally White Label Trapeze Tunic, Nordstrom, $129.90

Sweet Pea

To add a little fun and funk to your step is Sweet Pea.  One of the few contemporary brands who have extended its sizes into plus, this brand fancies the latest in mesh blend tops and dresses in the most playful of patterns.

Sweet Pea by Stacy Frati V-Neck Mesh Top, Nordstrom, $44.90

These are just a few of the plus-size options for your curves Shop It To Me carries. For more, read on.

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Style doesn’t have to be work. Browse casual to business outfits on Workchic to get ideas on how to look fashionable even when you’re working. You can also find fun tips and tricks on how to look professional, feminine and chic at Workchic’s blog. Leave your work at work!

On the weekends do you love wearing metal studded leather cuffs with your denim? Hot pink tights under your skirts?  Many of us work in professions where the office environment is more conservative then our own personal style.  Today we want to take a look at high-impact accessories and identify which ones you can wear to the office.

Some of us just love color, from neon to the perfect shade of pink. We can’t help but add it to our outfits. You don’t need to lose this signature, just tone it down. Try a traditional shoe, with a pop of color.  We found this pair below in grey tweed with taxi cab yellow piping.  Since you don’t carry your handbag all day, your wallet can be a great place for impact.  This Kate Spade wallet is secure with a zip-around closure. The Lucky Brand hobo bag pops any outfit in a fun and vibrant iris hue.

Taxi Confessions Heels; Kate Spade Wallet; Lucky Suede Hobo Bag

Edgy punk can be harder to pull off but there are also subtle places to incorporate this look. Try a scarf with chain link details. This one has reptile print as well.  There are many options when it comes to leather cuffs.  Softer details can still make an impact. We love this Rebecca Minkoff style in cream. For feminine edge try mixing chains with pearls.

Sabina Les Scarf; Rebecca Minkoff Cuff; Stella & Dot Necklace

Adding glitz and glamour is one of the top trends, featuring sequins and oversized jewelry. We played up these details during the holidays but you can also carry them into the New Year.  Look for styles with small accents around the neckline or down the placket like this yellow cardigan. As for accessories, try statement necklaces with more basic blouses. You can also work in a skinny metallic belt for that extra hint of shine.  Never underestimate your shoes when featuring a trend; this style has a shimmering stud layout over the toe.

Yellow Population Cardigan; Skinny Belt; Ballet Flat; Triple Layer Necklace

At Workchic we get asked all the time how to incorporate personal style into a work wardrobe. Accessories are a great way to do this.  Its 2010 — look chic, professional, and exude your own personal style for the New Year. Happy Shopping!

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Ladies, being a mom does not mean you can no longer rock the stylish clothing you love! Actually, it’s the opposite. Time to show off the fact that you can still look great, even on a tight (and sometimes downright chaotic) schedule! Our Trendsetter, Momologie, is here to share some of the best fashionable brands for all you hard workin’ but fabulous moms. Be sure to check out their free daily newsletter packed with fresh ideas and inspiration devoted to helping you live family life to the fullest!

I have always loved fashion… And, get excited for the new fashion trends for each season. Since being a mom, this passion hasn’t changed. What has changed for me are the styles I choose. I purchase items that I can wear comfortably when I’m running around with my son or can be dressed up for a business meeting.

Images via J Brand and J. Crew

J Brand makes amazing stylish jeans that are very comfortable. I’m a fan of the skinny jean and jean leggings. J Brand jeans are perfect for the park, a playdate or running errands with your kids. I wear these jeans with a fancier top for an evening out with my husband.

J. Crew offers stylish, affordable t’s, shirts, and sweaters that are perfect to complete your daily outfit as a mom. The J. Crew accessories are even better! I can’t get enough of their jewelry, especially the necklaces.

James Perse t’s are a must have. I love layering them under sweaters in the wintertime.

Marc Jacobs is my favorite. His fabrics and designs are fun and comfy. A MJ shirt paired with a pair of jeans, flats or boots is my ideal “mommy” outfit.

Remember, even as mom, fashion does have priority over function.

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Now that many of your gifts are likely ordered, and wrapping is underway, shipping is the final step before your loved ones open their bundles of joy.

The past few days, I have run to the post-office multiple times…and each time encountered chaos!  For instance, yesterday, the automatic self-service machine was out of order, there was a snaking line of >30 people, and only 1 post office worker!  (The other just went on break).   I’ve learned some tips & tricks along the way that are intended to help anyone save both time and money with their shipping escapades:

1. Flat-Rate Boxes

Fantastic creations!  You can purchase them at the post office, and regardless of the weight of the contents (most are limited to max 20 pounds), you pay one flat rate.  Multiple times, this discovery has saved me $$, and is the economical way to ship lighter-weight items (think clothes, books, accessories, etc).  You can even pre-order these boxes so you have them on-hand all year.

2. Automated Machine

Don’t be afraid of the automated self-service machine! It’s designed to make your shipping process easier than waiting in line.  After a few quick questions about the dimensions and weight of your item (as part of the machine, there’s a scale and ruler for you to utilize), with just a few clicks, you can be out in a jiffy. (Just cross your fingers it’s not out of order…)

3. Pre-Address your items

To save yourself the most hassle, get everything ready to be shipped BEFORE you set foot into the post office.  Unless you’re purchasing last-minute shipping supplies (such as Flat-rate boxes in #1 or foam envelopes), go with your shipments already addressed.   Writing out the return and to: addresses before you even set foot into the post office will save you time and the awkward juggling of multiple packing items.  Also, don’t assume that the post office will have supplies like scissors, packing tape, etc on hand for you to use.  If you don’t do the work at home, come armed with these necessities.

4. Paper grocery bags are your friend

It can be a hassle to find boxes to ship items in!  For rectangular shaped heavier items than are tolerated by the flat-rate boxes (think various electronics or toys that come in a box of their own, bulky sweaters that you wrapped in a gift box from the store, etc), an effective way to mail them can be using paper grocery bags.  Once your item looks beautiful in wrapping paper, just wrap it again using a paper grocery bag (inside out), and then use a permanent marker to address it.

5. Mailing Internationally?  Fill out customs forms upon arrival at post-office

Jump on this one before you waste time waiting in line.  Otherwise, when you finally reach the desk, you’ll be told to move to the side to fill out your paperwork.  Generally the customs forms can be found in the center island of the post-office.  Find this ahead of time and fill it out while you stand in line, so by the time you’re ready to be helped, your paperwork is complete.  It will save both you and the post-office employee a provoking moment.

6. Shipping Cut-Off Dates

Holiday 2009 shipping cut off dates can be found here.  For Priority Mail, you’ll want to make sure you take items to the post-office by the morning of 12/21.

Happy shopping, and happy shipping!

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Store promotions abound, shopping has become slightly frantic and you have an inexplicable urge to purchase velvet and sequins. The holiday gift-giving season has officially arrived. Here are some tips to stay sane and keep your keep your spending in check this year.

1. Get group gifts. Know something your best friend would love, but it’s too expensive to buy on your own? Go in on it with your other friends!
2. Keep it classic. It’s best to let friends and family buy trendy items for themselves. Stick to accessories and classic brands like J. Crew, Banana Republic and Kate Spade.
3. Don’t forget to give the gift of Salemail. It’s the holidays – don’t hog the savings for yourself!
4. Feed their guilty pleasures. What do your family members love but feel guilty buying for themselves? Whether it’s fancy shampoo or designer eye shadow, these items often don’t cost much but feel special to receive.
5. Think about what they’ve bought for you in previous years and buy them something similar. People have the tendency to buy things they like themselves as gifts.
6. Use coupon codes. At this time of year, stores offer plenty of promotions, so no need to buy full price. In your Salemail, any applicable coupon codes are located under the retailer header bars.
7. Give gift cards. Invite friends and get free gift cards – they make great stocking stuffers.
8. Free Shipping Day. It’s coming up on December 17^th! Hundreds of online retailers are participating, so take advantage.
9. Get items shipped directly to them. If you don’t live nearby, save yourself the airport woes and ship items directly to your friends and family – but remember to check delivery dates.
10. Have your family’s sizes on hand. Take note of your family’s clothing, shoe and belt sizes before doing online shopping or browsing the stores.

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It’s CyberMonday, and the internet is bursting with deals on fashionable clothing and accessories.  We’re here to save you time, and do the work for you.  With just the click of a button, you can view all of your personal favorite brands and sizes on sale.

We’ve embedded all the secret codes and 1-day discounts, and applied them to the items so you can get a true sense of what you’d be paying to snag these styles.  You can also filter by brand, price, or retailer.  Just log in to your personal Cyber Monday Shop It To Me offerings and enjoy – Happy shopping!

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While the malls and parking lots are crazy across the nation, many of us find pleasure in shopping while in PJs, still overly stuffed from last night’s Thanksgiving feast.  I happen to be one of them!

Today, I’m using the Shop It To Me Sale Spot to sift through the many many deals that online retailers are offering.  Shop It To Me has done the work, and identified well over 27,000 items from across the web that are on sale.

By viewing your personal Sale Spot, you’ll instantly have access to all these offers.  We’ve included promotional and free shipping codes where applicable (underneath each retailer bar), and provided you the ability to filter by price, brand, or retailer.  Best part is that the items you see are all in your size, and from your favorite brands!

Here’s a rundown on just a handful of the many sales:

Shopbop.com – Choose your deal! $50 off orders of $300+, $100 off $500+, or $150 off $700+. Use code GIFT4U at checkout. See site for details. (Expires 11/30).

BasicBoutique.com – Get 40% off almost everything! Use code THANKS40 at checkout. Exclusions apply, see site for details. (Expires 11/30).

ToryBurch.com – 30% off select orders of $300 or more! Use code TURKEY30 at checkout. Some exclusions apply, see site for details. (Expires 11/30).

FreePeople.com – Free shipping on all orders! Discount applied at checkout. Expires 11/30.

ShopGoldyn.com – 30% off full-priced items and 50% off sale items with code MONDAY at checkout! Plus, Free Standard Shipping on orders over $100! Exclusions apply, see site for details. (Expires 12/2).

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You told us what brands were on your holiday wishlist – and now we’ve added them! A fresh new crop of brands is here, so add them to your Shop It To Me profile so you can snag them on sale.

Log in to your profile, click Edit Brands and take a look at the New Brands tab to view and make any new selections. Are there are any other labels you’re yearning for? Let us know at feedback@shopittome.com.

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