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Bloomingdales

Nautical-Inspired Sweaters

What’s the best way to look chic on a breezy, summer night? A light, comfy sweater! Bloomingdales has some fabulous Nautical-Inspired Sweaters by an awesome brand called Aqua that you have to check out! This is definitely going to be a hot trend for this summer! Let’s take a look at some of them:

Aqua Deep V-Neck Striped Knit , $48, here.

Aqua Deep V-Neck Striped Knit

Aqua Deep V-Neck Cabled Hoodie, $48, here.

Aqua Deep V-Neck Cabled Hoodie

Father’s Day Gifts at Bloomingdales!

Father’s Day is less that two weeks away (June 17th), so now is the time to start searching for the perfect gift! Bloomingdales has a huge variety of Father’s Day Gifts to choose from, so it won’t be difficult to find that perfect gift! Let’s take a look at some gifts that your dad will love:

The Art of Shaving Travel Kit-Unscented

The Art of Shaving Travel Kit-Unscented

This kit has everything necessary for the closest and most comfortable shave possible! It is compact and water-resistant, so it is perfect for traveling! The kit contains:

  • Pre-Shave Oil
  • After-Shave Balm
  • Shaving Cream
  • Pure Badger Shaving Brush
  • A Razor that can be used with Mach 3® blade by Gillette®
  • 4 Extra Blades

You can get it for $200 here.

Toy Watch Black Chronograph Watch

Toy Watch Black Chronograph Watch
What a great gift! This watch has a clear acrylic strap with a black chronograph dial. Toy Watch is an amazing brand to choose–they specialize in men’s and women’s watches and have been seen in the New York Times, Businessweek.com, and all over Hollywood! You can get this watch for $225 here.

Lacoste Men’s Long Sleeve Pique Polo

Lacoste Men's Long Sleeve Pique Polo

Your father can never have too many shirts! Why not get him one from one of the top brands? This polo is 100% cotton and comes in tons of colors: Coffee, White, Black, Jaguar Grey, Navy, and Sapphire. You can get it for $82 here!

Click here to see more Father’s Day Gifts at Bloomingdales!

Celeb Style For Cheap - Rose McGowan

Rose McGowan

Rose McGowan looks so classy and casual on a day out in Beverly Hills! I love how she wears neutral colors and accents it with a stylish red bag! Here’s how to get her look:

Theory Larissa Button Front Shirt, $185, here.

Theory Larissa Button Front Shirt

Levis Skinny 503™ Jeans in Blue Shadow, $68, here.

Levis Skinny 503™ Jeans in Blue Shadow

Rampage Women’s Eaton Shoes in Navy, $39.99, here.

Rampage Women's Eaton Shoes in Navy

Women’s Tommy Hilfiger Castlerock Bag in Siren Red, $68.95, here.

Women's Tommy Hilfiger Castlerock Bag in Siren Red

F6726 Sunglasses, $4.80, here.

F6726 Sunglasses

Xhilaration® Modern Silver Hoop Earrings, $7.99, here.

Xhilaration Modern Silver Hoop Earrings

New Shoe Collection from Elie Tahari

The new shoe collection from Elie Tahari is now at Bloomingdales! This collection features the hottest styles for this season! Here is a look at the collection:

Elie Tahari “Vivian” Ballet, $225, here.

Elie Tahari

Elie Tahari “Isabella” Sandal, $345, here.

Elie Tahari

Elie Tahari “Cecile” Sandal, $345, here.

Elie Tahari

Elie Tahari Ariana Suede Sandal, $275, here.

Elie Tahari Ariana Suede Sandal

Save 20% Online at Bloomgindales!

Oh, how we love the sales at Bloomingdales! You can get 20% off on Fashion for Her and Shoes & Accessories for Her, including sales & values! All you have to do is enter the code NEWYR at checkout. Now’s your chance to get those winter clothes that you never got around to buying, or to get a head start on spring shopping! The sale ends February 1st. Here’s some stuff that you can find on sale:

Our Exclusive Lambswool Knit Peacoat, $88.79 (reduced from $110.99), here.

Our Exclusive Lambswool Knit Peacoat at Bloomingdales

Lilly Pulitzer Strapless Top, $118.40 (reduced from $148), here.

Lilly Pulitzer Strapless Top

Valentino Sunglasses, $176 (reduced from $220), here.

Valentino Sunglasses

Click here for more details about the sale.

Last Day of Bloomingdales’ Cashmere Sale!

Today is the last day that you can save an additional 20% off Bloomingdales‘ entire assortment of cashmere sweaters, loungewear, and coats. Their cashmere is so adorable, and so perfect for the holidays! The sale is online only. Here is some of the stuff you can find on sale (prices shown are before the 20% is taken off):

Aqua Cashmere Cowlneck, $140, here.

Aqua Cashmere Cowlneck

Our Exclusive Sequined V-Neck Sweater and Silk Crepe De Chine Pants, $119 - $189, here.

Our Exclusive Sequined V-Neck Sweater and Silk Crepe De Chine Pants

Our Exclusive Cashmere Zip Front Jacket, Tank and Pants, $79 - $179, here.

Our Exclusive Cashmere Zip Front Jacket, Tank and Pants

Click here to see the rest of Bloomingdales’ fabulous cashmere!

Bags, Bags, Bags…

Now is the perfect time to get great deals on bags! Bloomingdales is having a sale on fall designer handbags, where you can take 25%-40% off! Choose from brands such as Michael Kors, Juicy Couture, Betsey Johnson, Kate Spade, Marc Jacobs, and more! Here’s some of the stuff you can find on sale:

MICHAEL Michael Kors Stud Slouch Hobo, $207.99 reduced from $298, here.

MICHAEL Michael Kors Stud Slouch Hobo

DKNY Whipstitched Handle Hobo, $189.99 reduced from $295, here.

DKNY Whipstitched Handle Hobo

The sale ends on December 24th. Be sure to check out the rest of these handbags for a bargain here!

Canvas & Croc Overnighter

Also, Bath and Body Works is having an online sale! When you spend $25 or more, you can receive an adorable Canvas & Croc Overnighter, a $65 value, for only $30! This bag is cute, sturdy, and even has inside pockets. This is the perfect bag to take overnight, or just on the go!

Click here for more details.

Look Hot for the Next Concert!

Bloomingdales has put together a bunch of rock-inspired clothes, calling it World Tour! These stylish clothes will save you time from digging through your closet next time you go to a concert. They are not too edgy, so you can even pass for wearing them on a typical night out to the movies! Here is a look at some of the stuff:

Twisted Heart Rockstar Tank, $70, here.
Twisted Heart Rockstar Tank

Alice & Olivia Studded Sweatshirt, $168, here.

Alice & Olivia Studded Sweatshirt

Juicy Couture Logo Tee, $72, here.

Juicy Couture Logo Tee

Check out the rest of the World Tour clothes here!

Bloomingdale’s World Experiences for a Good Cause

Bloomingdales - World of Difference

Bloomingdales has a gift to share for the holidays–the chance to travel the world. By bidding on any of their seven world experiences, you will also be benefitting AmeriCares, a non-profit international disaster relief and humanitarian aid organization. These trips will be auctioned off, and the highest bidder of each will be the lucky one to go on a fabulous journey. Here are the seven experiences that you have the chance to experience:

1. In the Haute Seat - Giorgio Armani: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Milan, Italy. For five days (within the September 22-30, 2007 window), you and your guest can meet Giorgio Armani, be pampered with a private fitting, and attend his fashion show during Milan fashion week! You will also receive a $10,000 value of his and her Armani ensemble, and have a delicious dinner at Nobu. And where are you going to stay? In the Deluxe One Bedroom Suite of course, at the Principe di Savoia!

2. Wimbledon Style - Ralph Lauren: Two First Class round-trip tickets to London, England. For five days, within the July 2-9, 2007 window, you can attend a tennis tournament at Wimbledon with your guest in Ralph Lauren’s seats, and then receive $10,000 worth of customized Polo Ralph Lauren Wardrobe and exclusive gear to take home! Who wouldn’t die for this amazing wardrobe from the first designer in Wimbledon’s history to create on-court uniforms? You will also get a private tour of The All England Lawn Tennis Club, along with a personalized shopping experience in the Ralph Lauren store in London. This all comes with the luxury of staying in a One Bedroom Suite at The Milestone Hotel.

3. Objects of Desire - Fendi: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Rome, Italy. This trip is for five days, within the May 19-24, 2007 window. You and your guest can receive star treatment as you go on a private tour of Palazzo Fendi, the seven-story flagship store and company headquarters in Rome’s premier shopping street, Via Condotti. You can meet the design team and get to know the true Fendi style firsthand. The experience also includes a $10,000 shopping experience with personal shoppers at the Fendi flagship store, a private 6-course dinner on the Palazzo Fendi terrace with violinist or pianist, and a one hour Ride in the Hotel De Russie Lamborghini Electric Car! You and your guest can enjoy your stay in a One Bedroom Deluxe Suite at the Rocco Forte’s Hotel de Russie.

4. Life is Grand Prix - Hugo Boss: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Nice, France. For five days, within the May 25-29, 2007 window, you and your guest can experience the world’s greatest motor race, Formula One Grand Prix, VIP style! You will also receive a private tour of the famed race track in Monte Carlo. After, get ready to meet and greet with a McLaren Mercedes driver! You will also receive a $3000 value of his and her BOSS Black Wardrobes, a champagne for two at Jimmy’s and a luxurious stay at the One Bedroom Suite at the Le Palaisdela Mediterranea.

5. Jewels of the Jet Seat- David Yurman: Two First Class round-trip tickets to New York City. For five days (within the May 2-6, 2007 window), you and your guest can meet David Yurman as he presents his showroom jewelry collections, and then selects a piece for you (a $10,000 value)! You can then experience downtown New York with two VIP passes to the Tribeca film festival, presented by American Express. The experience also includes a relaxing day at Cornelia Day Spa (a $5000 value of a consultation and facial with Cornelia herself, professional hairstyling and makeup, a signature massage, a champagne lunch, and a shopping spree at the Cornelia Luxury Lifestyle Boutique!), dinner for two at Nobu, and a One Bedroom Suite at the Hotel Plaza Athenee.

6. The Wonders of Waterford Crystal: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Dublin, Ireland. Within the September 12-17, 2007 window, you and your guest can enjoy two nights at the Merrion Penthouse where you can enjoy the historic city of Dublin. Then, you will take a private helicopter to Waterford, Ireland, where you will visit the Lismore castle and enjoy a VIP tour of the Waterford Crystal factory with a Waterford designer. And, with the help of a Waterford specialist, you can design your very own chandelier that you can take back home (a $15,000 value)! You will also receive a gift package including $4000 worth of service for eight of china, crystal, silver and table linens, a private viewing and tour of the Book of Kells, and a stay at the Ashford Castle!

7. Flight of Fancy - Sentient Jet: Fly on your own private jet to your choice of either New York, London, Rome, Milan, Dublin or Monte Carlo on the most luxurious flight! The highest bidder will be able to take part in this VIP experience.

The auction will be held from November 27 to December 7, 2006. For more details, click here.

Another Online Sale at Bloomingdales!

I’m totally loving Bloomingdales this week! They’re having another online sale–with any order of winter wear (outerwear, fur, and cold weather accessories), you can save an extra 25% off! The sale will last from November 3rd-6th. Here is some of the stuff you can find on sale:

Our Exclusive Sweater with Fur Collar, $319-$329, here.

Our Exclusive Sweater with Fur Collar

Rafe “Chelsea” Crepe Sole Wedge Boot, $395, here.

Rafe

Lacoste Striped Knit Hat, $39.99, here.

Lacoste Striped Knit Hat

Check out the rest of the stuff you can find on sale here.