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Fab Gift Guide: The Most Fab Gift Cards

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:00:22 -0800

If you're short on time or ideas (the clock is ticking!), gift cards are the perfect way to go. Some might argue that gift cards are impersonal but I disagree. You can give them to people you don't know very well, but they're also the perfect gift for difficult friends and family members. Either way; it's a win-win. I don't know one girl who would turn down this Saks Fifth Avenue Shoe Gift Card ($500). See what I mean?

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Fab Gift Guide: Last Minute Presents!

FabSugar — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 02:00:22 -0800

It's down to the wire and you still haven't found gifts for your close circle. Panic not - there are plenty of last minute goodies that will make your loved ones equally excited. Let's explore the options . . .

Gift cards are an obvious and great way to cover your behind when you don't have a more personal present. Fabionistas will appreciate cards from H&M or Victoria's Secret, while stylish males will like Urban Outfitters or Ted Baker. Amazon gift cards are great for everyone.

To see more last minute gift ideas, read more

If you go the gift card route, be sure to get a cute gift card holder, like the above Hallmark Candy Cane Cheer Gift Card Box ($2).
Cold hard cash may seem impersonal but I think it excites everyone. Just make sure the bills are crisp and new.
Cards are a sincere and personal way of wishing someone a happy holiday. This is also a good way to go if you're low on funds. Hope that your words are amazing enough to make up for the lack of a monetary present.
Flowers have the ability to liven up any room, so this is a perfect option for anyone on your list who has a home. Be sure the flowers are as stylish as the recipient.
If you gotten a gift that isn't your style, re-gifting is a valid option. That is, unless the item is downright hideous. Just make sure you provide your own gift wrapping. Oh, and don't mistakenly give it to the same person who gave it to you!

Good luck last-minute shoppers and happy holidays!

Fab Gift Guide: Man About Town

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:00:22 -0800

Now that we've shopped for the fashion fiend, let's talk about the man about town. He's all about wearing the greatest and latest - with a cool twist. Let's impress him with a slouchy beanie in a refreshingly bright hue, kickass leather sneaks, a punchy card case, and crazy cuff links. Of course, he'll think of you every time he totes this Kenneth Cole Canvas Messenger Bag ($98); such an essential for his everyday life. Be sure to check out all the PopSugar Network's 2009 holiday gift guides!

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Last Minute Gifts: Good 'ol Gift Cards & Certificates

FabSugar — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 11:30:44 -0800

OK fab girls, we are officially down to wire. Raise your hand if you're all done with your holiday shopping and now you can sit back, relax and eat. For the rest of us, gift cards and certificates provide a good last minute gift. Here are my faves that cater to all sorts of personalities:

Sephora Gift Card, come in denominations of $25-$250 and can be redeemed in store, online, or through any of the catalogs. Perfect quick gift for the beauty junkie or party girl.

Amazon .com Gift Certificate, $5-$5,000, sent electronically via e-mail or with an e-card, or on paper through the mail. Still need a gift idea for young professional dude or picture perfect sis?

Gamefly Video-Game Rentals Gift Certificate, $15-$36 for a one-month subscription (more available). Can be e-mailed or printed from the site. Gamefly is like Netflix for video games - the gadget guy will love this!

A couple more, read more

American Forests Historic Tree Co. Gift Certificate, from $35. Your recipient, ie. hippie bro, can choose his very own sapling with storied roots. Delivery from April-September.

BedandBreakfast.com Gift Certificates, from $25. Accepted at more than 3,200 B and B's nationwide, and with no blackout dates, this certificate can help the newlyweds take a second honeymoon.

Online Sale Alert! Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale Starts Today

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

It's that time of the year again - Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale! Get your credit cards ready and shop away for women and kids. Sorry guys, your sale begins Dec. 26.

If you plan on shopping online, don't forget about Nordstrom's buy online, pick up in store plan. I know which section I'll be bombarding: gifts under $100. It's never too early to buy presents.

Congrats to the First 10 west elm Gift Card Winners!

CasaSugar — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 10:46:35 -0700

Thanks to our very generous friends at west elm, we're launching CasaSugar in style with a fabulous $5,000 sweepstakes! But before we announce the big winner on Aug. 19, we're also giving away $25 west elm gift cards to 100 randomly-chosen winners. (Don't worry: If you win a gift card, you're still eligible for the grand prize.) So please join me in congratulating our first batch of gift card winners!

To enter to win your own gift card or the grand prize, just create a wish list of your favorite west elm products worth up to $5,000. By creating and saving your list, you'll be entered to win all of the items on it! For all of the details on the contest, read more

You can view and edit your list here as much as you'd like between now and when the contest closes on August 19 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Please, only one entry per person. One grand prize winner (chosen at random) will receive all of his or her wish list items, and that west elm makeover will be featured on CasaSugar.

Wish List items are subject to availability, and the contest is only open to contestants who are 18 or over at the time of entry and who live in the 50 states or the District of Columbia. (Sorry, overseas readers!) For all of the sweepstakes rule and regulations, click here. To see all of the lists created so far, click here.

Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:00:22 -0700

Review of the decade in fashion: 10 years, 10 looks - Guardian UK
Sienna in NYC - The Frugal Fashionistas
The Daily wonders: What's your Halloween costume? - Chic Report
Win This: Are you a Maxxinista? Tell us and win a $25 gift card - The Budget Fashionista
Chloe London promotional tour - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Abercrombie opens shop in Milan - WWD
Temperley launches new bridge line - Fashion Week Daily
No Budget, No Boundaries: It’s the Real You - NY Times
The best of long-strap bags - Style.com
Hogan launches eyewear - WWD

Fab Gift Guide: The Best of the Best Valentine's Cards

FabSugar — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 17:14:33 -0800

There is still time to drop a witty and wonderful Valentine's Day card in the mailbox! At the very least, receiving a card in the mail, or simply by hand exchange, is a nice gesture for the upcoming romantic holiday. I showed you a fantastic card a couple of weeks ago, here's a few more.

Sidepony 'Because your kiss is on my list', $3.50/card, $10.50/three cards.

A couple more, read more

Pinkerton Design queen of hearts card, $3.00. Offset printed in red, pink and black ink on a luxurious folded white card. Individual card packaged with a white envelope in a clear cellophane sleeve.

Paper + Cup lovely folds, $4.50/card. Printed on bright white paper with selected parts printed with a raised texture giving it a subtle shine and unique feel to the card.

Banana Republic Dives Into Mad Men Land

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:00:22 -0700

Mad Men fans - present! - who visit Banana Republic between July 21 through Aug. 11 have a shot at appearing on the AMC series. Interested? Me too. During your shopping session, pick up a ticket to enter to win a walk-on role in an upcoming episode, as well as a $1,000 gift card from the store. Use the ticket code found on a Style Guide you'll be given profiling the characters to enter the casting call at madmencastingcall.amctv.com.
During this period, Banana's mannequins will be dressed in modern takes on the classic '60s style, and store windows will feature photos from the show. "Style and fashion are at the core of Mad Men with its 1960s aesthetic highlighting the classic silhouettes that are still popular today. Banana Republic is known for its modern takes on these classics . . . so the partnership is a natural fit for both brands," said Jack Calhoun, president of Banana Republic. Agreed, can't wait.

Source: AMC

ShopStyle Meet iPhone, iPhone Meet ShopStyle

FabSugar — Thu, 14 May 2009 07:50:22 -0700

Attention all iPhone shoppers! As if iPhones weren't cool enough, now they can help feed your shopping needs. All you have to do is download the Shopstyle iPhone app and you're good to shop. If you find yourself bookless on the bus (totally me), you can admire all the goods ShopStyle has in its arsenal. Then, you can show your neighbor your latest purchase, that you purchased right there, en route. Catch my drift? Behold: The official merging of geek and chic.

To make matters cooler, to celebrate the launch, ShopStyle is giving away this DVF handbag and a $500 gift card to Barneys. To enter, simply submit your email address via the contest page.

Neiman Marcus Holiday Gift Card Holiday Gift Card, $100 - $100.00	For You Gift GiftCard - $25.00
J.crew Gift Card - $25.00	Multi-Snowflake Gift Card - $25.00
Gift Cards I Love You - $25.00	Tobi Gift Card - $10.00
Old Navy Holiday Reindeer GiftCard - $5.00	Artist Series Gift Card by Andreas Banderas - $25.00
Gap Holiday GiftCard - $10.00	Nordstrom Classic Virtual Gift Card - $25.00
Gift Card - $50.00	10022-SHOE $500 Gift Card - $500.00