S.O.M.E. thing Wonderful

In this time of crazy sales both in store and online, I'd like to draw your attention to a very worthy cause.
S.O.M.E. which stands for So Others Might Eat has a holiday request that is great for the whole family.
Shoebox Gifts
A shoebox gift is a shoebox filled with personal items useful to a homeless man, woman, or child. We ask that you PLEASE WRAP THE LID AND BOX SEPARATELY. This will help SOME staff and volunteers to insure that the shoebox contents are equitable. Also, please place a tag on the outside of each box designating whether it is for a "MAN", "WOMAN", or "CHILD."
In the case of a shoebox gift for a child, please also indicate the age range (and gender, if applicable) of the intended recipient. Finally, please consider that as we serve many more men than women, we need more men's shoeboxes than women's shoeboxes.
Each box should include:
MEN: A hat, a scarf, a pair of gloves (sets are extra nice). A pair of socks and a pair of underwear. Large or trial size deodorant, razors, trial size soap, shampoo, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste.
WOMEN: A hat, a scarf, a pair of gloves (sets are extra nice). A pair of socks and a pair of underwear. Large or trial size deodorant, razors, trial size soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion.
CHILDREN: A toy and/or game. A hat, a scarf, a pair of gloves (sets are extra nice). A pair of socks and a pair of underwear. Trial size soap, shampoo, lotion.

*Items should be new and unopened.
*Long johns also make great presents.

My family and I make a party out of it. We invite a few families over-have dinner and do SOME good.
http://www.some.org/inv_holiday.html#drive

Sea of Sales

With so many sales going on, many of my clients are overwhelmed by the bargins and not sure what to buy.

Here's my advice:

Take inventory of what you have.

What is missing and what needs to be replaced?

Are you also looking for holiday gifts?

Make a shopping list and a budget.

Take a look online and check out who has what and for how much.

Print out coupons.

Then put on a comfy pair of shoes and start shopping.

Dont be tempted by low prices-ONLY BUY WHAT YOU LOVE.

Then email me your fav purchases and I will post them on my blog!

On the Cusp of Amazing Savings

SALE at CUSP


When: Beginning November 21, 2008
What: 40% Off Sale at CUSP
Where: All CUSP boutiques and www.cusp.com

Join us for our largest sale of the season! Take up to 40% off* of ready to wear, shoes, handbags
and accessories from top contemporary designers on the CUSP of fashion.
*Selected merchandise only; Sale items will be indicated on site. Savings off original prices, interim markdowns may have
been taken. No adjustments for prior sales.

California
CUSP Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
Space #15
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310.552.0300

District of Columbia
CUSP Georgetown
3030 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
202.625.0893

Illinois
CUSP Northbrook Court
1206 Northbrook Court
Northbrook, IL 60062
847.205.4543

CUSP Water Tower Place
835 North Michigan Avenue
Suite 3020
Chicago, Illinois 60611
312.951.2299

Massachusetts
CUSP Chestnut HIll
199 Boylston Street
Suite N115
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Virginia
CUSP Tysons Corner Center
7863 - L Tysons Corner Center
McLean, VA 22102

Store Adore and National Jean Company

It's good to BScene

B SCENE's Holiday Trunk Show

Get a jumpstart on all of your holiday shopping at
B SCENE's Holiday Trunk Show

Friday, November 14th
10 am - 6 pm

Whether you need to get outfitted for that special holiday party or are looking for the perfect gift for a loved one, B SCENE's Holiday Trunk Show is the answer to all of your holiday needs.

For one day only, you will have access to exclusive collections brought in specifically for this event, including:
Fabulous dresses and chic cocktail attire from Alice + Olivia
Beautiful custom monogram and other fine jewlery from Kacey K Fine Jewelry
Essential wraps and scarves in limited edition colors from Minnie Rose
As our special gift to you, we will be offering 10 - 30% off all trunk show merchandise, plus other fantastic promotions throughout the store.

BSCENE
7725 TUCKERMAN LANE
POTOMAC, MD 20814
http://www.shopbscene.com/

Making Waves

Adrift on the Signal
Photographs by Tom Drymon
Inspired by short wave radio enthusiasts who scan the air waves for signals around the world, adrift on the signal is an attempt to capture the random, nonlinear nature of memory and time. With photos chosen from Tom's collection from the past 20 years, he conveys a sense of timelessness, where memories burble to the top and then are lost again, or stay with you for days on end.

November 14, 2008-January 9, 2009

Opening Reception at Caramel
Friday, November 14, 6-9pm


10% of proceeds from sales of Caramel merchandise during the opening reception and 20% of sales from the exhibition will benefit Critical Exposure, a nonprofit organization that teaches students how to use the power of documentary photography and their own voices to become effective advocates for school reform and social change.


Caramel
1603 U Street NW
202.265.1930
www.caramelfashion.com

Style Profile: Claudine Kurp

Fabulous Mom , Claudine

Name: Claudine Kurp

Occupation: Creator of DC Metro Mommy.com, an online parents’ resource guide of the best shops, services, events and everyday essentials in the DC Metro area.

Children: One beautiful 3 year old little girl named Gia.
What's your "uniform?” – Jeans and a black Banana Republic tee on days when I just don’t have time to even consider a big wardrobe choice.

What is your secret fashion sin : On gym days, I tend to linger all day in my workout gear even though I am not hitting the gym until the late afternoon. Not sure if that is a felony or misdemeanor in the fashion world.

What's your favorite current fashion bargain? I think you can find amazing prices at Nordstrom’s during a sale. The Summer Anniversary Sales are wonderful. I recently saved $80.00 on my Uggs Boots! H&M is a good spot for belts. I also tend to stalk sale racks at the end of each season. My Uggs were purchased in the middle of the summer!

I also hit Macy’s. Macy’s has a sale every 10 minutes. I am forever carrying a Macy’s coupon with me.

What's your favorite fashion splurge? Two beautiful Furla handbags that I purchased in Italy on my honeymoon.

What are your favorite stores? Nordstrom’s, Macy’s, Banana Republic and T.J. Maxx. I found an awesome Calvin Klein dress and a pair of Lucky Jeans at T.J. Maxx. I also like online stores Zappos.com and Shoebuy.com.

What do you see as your biggest shopping challenge? Finance and trends. Since having a child, leaving my job and upgrading my home…guilt sneaks up on me when I am shopping. That nagging voice of “Do you really need this?” lurks into my head too often! Plus I find that since I left the workforce I am just not as tied into the “it” product or the latest trends, hence the uniform of a black tee and jeans.

What’s your beauty secret? Sleep, exercise and Dermalogica products. The Daily Mircrofoliant from Dermalogica is wonderful.

Tight Walking with Fashion

Tights and open toe shoes.

This is a subject up for debate. Everyone asks me about this one.

Remember, not every trend needs to be incorporated into your wardrobe. If you like it-wear it, if not- dont.

Word of warning... you may look stylish-you may look senile-that's all I am saying.

Show on the Row

A KEEN NIGHT

KEENFest 2008 is back and more fun than ever! Same great place, same great auction, but we have moved our event to a Friday night and added a DJ & dancing!

When: FRIDAY, November 7, 2008 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
6:30pm - ???

The Cause: KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now), a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization that provides 14 sports and recreation programs for more than 225 DC area athletes with profound disabilities, such as autism, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, at no charge to their families. On weekends throughout the year, kids with disabilities are paired with a volunteer coach to participate in KEEN’s sports, swimming, tennis, fitness, bowling and music programs. KEEN has now expanded to 8 cities nationwide!
Auction: Getaways to Las Vegas, NYC, Deep Creek Lake and a trip to Chicago to see Oprah!
Beautiful jewelry, watches, handbags & more!
Amazing sports memorabilia from Tiger, Derek, Cal, Kobe, MJ and others!
Once in a lifetime experiences for your kids, iPods, Wii, beauty services & more!
Raffle Prize of a 42" LG High Definition LCD TV

Honorees: KPMG, Georgetown Prep, & Madeline Rudd
Tickets: Sponsorships are $500 and up!
Tickets are $125 each. RSVPs must be received by 10-17-08.
Co-Chairs: Maria Blake, Suzanne Mazer, Lesley McNamara, Estee Portnoy & Sheila Sankaran

Ticket & Click here: http://www.keengreaterdc.org/
Sponsors
?????s Contact Elizabeth Stern Lukin, Development Assistant, at 301-461-3086 or eslukin@keengreaterdc.org

Thanks for your support!
http://www.keengreaterdc.org/