Sunday, May 31, 2009

Sexy Sunglasses for a Hot Summer

Hillary Rubin, stylist for Glasses USA has the latest scoop on Transitions!Fashionistas hold on to your seats! Are you ready? It's time for this seasons HOTTEST sunglasses - just in time for summer! There's so much to tell you - where to start? Easy. Transitions Lenses! If you're like me, you've been wearing eyeglasses since... well, since forever and you've had a hard time finding a pair of cool eyeglasses that could, maybe, possibly look awesome as a pair of sunglasses! Welcome to the age of Transitions glasses!

Long gone are the days of switching from eyeglasses to sunglasses. Transitions let you wear the SAME PAIR of frames for both. They are super easy to activate - just walk outside! The UV rays activate the photochromic mechanism and VOILA! Instant sunglasses! I have a few recommendations on the BEST eyeglasses that transition well. To keep it simple, opt for a black plastic frame. It's simple and classic. My favorite pick is the "Hilarie" frame that also comes in red for more of a punch! For something more edgy, "Freedom" is the way to go! With its black, bold arm stems - these glasses are traffic stopping!

You should know that not every pair of sunglasses or prescription eyeglasses is protected with a UV coating. What good are a pair of sunglasses if they can't protect your eyes from the sun? Wrinkles aren't fashionable and cataract isn't sexy when you're 30. The point is to protect your eyes from the sun- you only have two eyes so ask for a UV protective coating when you buy your next pair of frames.

What about regular sunglasses? We've got you covered - don't worry! While the "bug look" was really popular in 2008, this year's look are slight more toned down and a bit more elegant. My "rich" pick for sunglasses are called "Rikki". They are somewhat over-sized in the lens but what makes these sunglasses truly elegant are their gold arm stems! While over-sized is trendy, aviators are classic! The "Marvin" style is timeless and is perfect for a lazy day at the beach or a ride on a chopper! I've saved the best look for last. It transcends gender and was originally made popular by Buddy Holly. This style is always in fashion and is best represented by the "Masyn" frame. With the cool black color, these plastic frames should be added to your "every day and any day" collection.

The best part of this review is that it comes with a coupon! All you Gumdrop readers out
there can get 10% off any purchase of sunglasses or eyeglasses online at GlassesUSA when you use the code "Gumdrop10"! It's our gift to you because sunglasses are the hottest way to look cool ALL year round!

Take Ten!

CC Skye Bracelet & House of Harlow Starburst Necklace..just to name a few goodies!



Pink Mascara Has Extended "TAKE 10% OFF" Until June 30th.Click the Box to Shop Pink Mascara on A Few Goody Gumdrops!
10% OFF Fashion Designer Apparel at PinkMascara

Saturday, May 30, 2009

We Have a Winner!

Natalie from San Francisco,California has won the House of Harlow necklace from chickdowntown.com and we are so excited for her. This necklace by Nicole Ritchie is so fabulous! We want to thank chickdowntown.com for sponsoring this amazing giveaway!

Friday, May 29, 2009

See What's Buzzing...Click the Blue Bee

Helmut Lang Shortsleeve Scoop Tee in White...Great tops for layering!
Shop for luxury clothing at BlueBee.com!
Blue Bee has just introduced two new brands, Rag Doll and Fighting Eel, and Rock & Republic women’s jeans are back! They continue to offer 30% off select merchandise and designers at bluebeesale.com, Click the Blue Bee box for some amazing shopping! Check out House of Harlow and Alexandar Wang, too!

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Our Friends from TheFind.com Are Lusting Over These Sandals!

Glorious Sandals Fit for the Gods

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Try a pair of sandals that even a Aphrodite herself would adore.
Matt Bernson's summer sandals will last the season and has the requisite handmade boho appeal, perfect for summer outings. Bernson's gladiator and slip on styles ooze with glamourous goodness that makes them desirable classics. Our faves from the collection include the winged "Talaria", the patent and gold "Flash" and "Love" styles. All are priced under $200 which makes them all the more lustworthy. Look boho chic in these fabulous sandals.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Lovin Lace with LnA









LnA Loves Lace






Lace Is Back on Singer22 at A Few Goody Gumdrops
Check out the LnA Lace Collection at A Few Goody Gumdrops! LnA's lace leggings and tee shirts are funky,edgy and very cool.We also love the pink zipper back long sleeve tee. Check out LnA's comfy tee shirts for summer and worn by all your favorite celebs.LnA pieces are great for layering and come in a wide array of colors. Pair with great black boots and you are all set for your best look! LnA tees and tanks are so soft and comfy...you'll want to own them in every style!


Weekly Shopping and Goodies Goes for the Spandax






This week on Shopping and Goodies we decided to style the same Ruched Cotton Spandax Bodysuit. Being High Maintenance, Not Bitchy submitted the Bodysuit from American Apparel. We could choose any color Bodysuit and styled it with our own themes. If I were you, I'd click on all the links to se what the " best fashionista's" came up with.Get your best looks and styles from Weekly Shopping and Goodies! Spandax is fun... easy to style and wear.


A Few Goody Gumdrops shows you how it started with
a Black Jersey Strapless Ruched BodySuit!
Fashion Fille put a rock 'n roll spin on her sexy-sweet bodysuit. Click to see how she accessorized!
Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy asks how would you wear this AA bodysuit?
Quinta Trends looks at the summer in bodysuit with a very warm coat
Shopping and Info used a black bodysuit to channel Angelina Jolie’s corset dress.
The Bare Skinny shows you the evolution of the American Apparel Ruched Bodysuit
TheFind Blog shows you how to style the Strapless Bodysuit!

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Enter to Win The Harlow Necklace

Enter to Win the Harlow Necklace by Nicole Richie as seen on Kim Kardashian!

Two More Days Left to Enter this Great Giveaway!

Tie Dye For!
















Michael Kors
Tie-Dye Cashmere Crewneck, Lapis
$695.00 SALE PRICE: $417.00

Michael Kors
Stretch Wide Leg Jean
$495.00 SALE PRICE: $297.00

Great outfit for a crisp Summer night ! We love Kor's tie-dye pattern. Click the box to shop Michael Kors and Designer Reductions!

<Runway Sale

Monday, May 25, 2009

Styling The Ruched Body Suit with The Girls from Weekly Shopping and Goodies


It all started with a Black Rushed Strapless Body Suit!











This week on Shopping and Goodies we are all styling the same Cotton Spandex Jersey Strapless Ruched Bodysuit. Should be very interesting to see how all the Shopping and Goodies "fashionista's" style the classic bodysuit! We choose the bodysuit in black from an array of colors. First, we'd pair the bodysuit with the Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Gladiator Sandals from Shopbop!shopbop.com Already we are off to a great start! Next, we'd pair the bodysuit and gladiators with the fabulous and ever-so chic Proenza Schouler Buffalo Plaid Boy Shorts. DESIGNER RUNWAY SALE: Find spectacular savings of up to 40% on spring's hottest looks Okay....so you know we love black! Keeping within our theme, we need a very funky bag. That's why we choose the Marc Jacobs Safari Drawstring Shoulder Bag.Introducing Marc Jacobs Spring 2009 Collection. Definitely apply multiple coats of our Bionic Mascara in Black Velvet from Smashbox so we can flutter our eyelashes in this high-styled outfit.smashbox
Next we would pair this outfit with Nicole Richie's House of Harlow 1960 Gold Starburst Ring with Black Leather. It makes a great statement and you don't need to wear any other jewelry.
Harlow Cocktail Ring . Lastly, we'd top off the outfit with Proenza's Shrunken Blazer in Black from Saks.com. Perfect style and shape for the Boy Shorts.Shop at Saks.com. We wish to thank Jordana from Being High Maintenance, Not Bitchy for her idea and for allowing all of us on Weekly Shopping and Goodies to get creative!

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Tie Dye For!



Tie Dye Featherweight Scarf by Michael Kors on Vivre's Memorial Day Sale
was: $395.00
now: $276.50
Tie-dyed stripes featherweight cashmere scarf . Choose turquoise or coral or both! Cashmere that you can drape yourself in all summer. Check out the matching polo shirts!
Shop Kors on Vivre at A Few Goody Gumdrops and Save 30%!

Thursday, May 21, 2009

So Many Amazing Goodies At Vivre's Sale

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30%off Sensational New Styles and Designers...Ted Rossi, Nancy Gonzalez, Michael Kors, Gambelle, Renaud Pellegrino, Roberto Cavelli, Kotur, Philip Crangi, Rene Caovilla....just to name a few! Start Shopping.......


Shop The Vivre Memorial Day Sale on A Few Goody Gumdrops We know what you'll be doing !!! There are so many "goodies" in one place! We just bought the Bright Yellow Patent Calf Leather & Straw Basket by Anya Hindmarch and the Kotur Woven Wicker Clutch in Orange. Take my credit card away from me!

Wow...Look At Those Studs

Rebecca Minkoff Stud Devote Tote





Rebecca Minkoff Stud Devote Tote is the hottest trend for this spring season.This trendy black leather handbag with the gold studs is just too cool! We love the studs! Fabulous everyday tote! This is a must-have from Pink Mascara. Shop Pink Mascara on A Few Goody Gumdrops for that moto-chic look! One of our favorites to tote around town!

Pink Mascara offers exceptional value from the hottest new designers in handbags, jewelry, shoes and clothing!

Lash Out With "Smashing" Violet Eyes





New from Smashbox! BIONIC is the first ionic mascara for longer, stronger and more dramatic eyelashes! We love the jewel tone color.... a black violet hue that's perfect for spring and summer. $19.00
To make eyes really pop, apply multiple coats of BIONIC MASCARA in BLACK VIOLET to the top lashes, sweeping up and out, then sweep the JET BLACK shade along lower lashes! So gorgeous and the violet really defines your lashes. I also pair this fabulous Violet mascara with the Sue Devitt fat eye pencil in Black Violet to really emphasize my eyes and lashes! Click the box to start shopping Smashbox!
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Wednesday, May 20, 2009





Nina from San Lorenzo, CA is the lucky winner of the Train Case filled with Beauty Products from beautyticket.com. We are so excited for Nina and know she will enjoy all the beauty "goodies". We wish to thank beautyticket.com for sponsoring this fabulous Giveaway! Jessica from Portland, Oregon just received the Falt Iron from misikko.com. She has already begun to Flat Iron her hair and loves it! Thanks again to misikko.com for their very generous Giveaway!

Our Friends at thefind.com Love to Sparkle


Guest Blogger thefind.com shows us how to Get Our Sparkle On with Crystal Inspired Handbags!


Crystals seem to be adorning and inspiring all types of accessories this season. We love how the natural iridescent element adds sparkle and added dimension to faceted and crystal embellished handbags. Whether the handbag is embellished with actual crystals sewn onto exotic skins and leather or inlaid with faceted mother of pearl, crystal handbags reflect and sparkle in the sunlight. These unusual and eclectic crystal studded and faceted shape handbags (Roger Vivier) are a pretty summer accessory perfectly paired with white summer shift dresses and flat gold sandals. Our favorite at A Few Goody Gumdrops is the Roger Vivier!

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Weekly Shopping and Goodies!!!


The Bare Skinny...Balmain vs Target!

We have a great edition of Weekly Shopping and Goodies.Check out what all the best fashionista's are dishing about... the draped dress, swimwear tips from Shoshanna, Blake Lively's bag, making your own soda, and so much more! Have fun reading and we'll see you next week with the latest scoop!





A Few Goody Gumdrops and Chickdowntown are giving away a necklace from the House of Harlow by Nicole Richie.Enter to Win!
Bags, Bling and Beauty invites you to check out
swimwear tips from Shoshanna Gruss.
Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy is getting
summer ready with ChickDowntown and you can too - just read and win!
Couture In The City shops sandals and save
with Smartbargains.com.
Fashion Fille loves colors- and welovecolors.com!
Find out what's her favorite on the awesome tights site!
Raging Rouge blows her diet with a
2,000 calorie treat by MAX Factor.
Shopping and Info found
Blake Lively’s brown cross body bag.
Spork Fashion braves the heat to check out the Silver Spoon Dog and Baby Gifting Suite. These are some spoiled babies!
Less sugar, less money, less waste - Spork Living asks, why wouldn't you want a Soda Stream machine?
Make Your Own Soda With Soda Stream!
Style Eyes would love to invest in a beautiful, flattering and expertly
draped dress.
The Bare Skinny knows where Kim Kardashian got her
Balmain inspired vest.
Suffering from a breakup? The Well-Heeled Society breaks it down with The Relationship Journalist Lisa Steadman's new
workbook (that gives her gift registry kudos on page 77!).

House of Harlow Necklace Giveaway

A Few Goody Gumdrops and Chickdowntown.com are inviting our readers to participate in an amazing GIVEAWAY! We are so excited. One lucky reader will receive this-to-die-for necklace from House of Harlow by Nicole Richie. Kim Kardashian looks stunning in this fabulously chic necklace. Chickdowntown.com is our favorite place for women's accessories and designer clothing.

This sleek choker necklace gleams in highly polished 14kt yellow gold plate, each station inset with a glossy beveled resin plaque in dramatic black, suspended from a matching segmented link necklace.

To win this oh-so-fashionable necklace, visit Chickdowntown's website chickdowntown and tell us what dress, jacket or shirt you would pair with this necklace. A Few Goody Gumdrops will pick the winner and Chickdowntown.com will send the necklace directly from their offices.

You must visit Chickdowntown's trendy and oh-so-stylish online website, a fabulous place for women's designer clothing. They carry pieces from 150 designers including Diane Von Furstenberg, Marc Jacobs, Giuseppe Zanotti, Mike and Chris, Nanette Lepore and Jill Stuart... just to name a few. Chickdowntown also carries the exciting designer Alexander Mcqueen MCQ clothing and of course House of Harlow.

So, go right over to Chickdowntown's website,pick your favorite dress or top and keep your fingers crossed. You could be wearing the same necklace as Kim Kardashian and Nicole Richie. This contest is only open to US residents.The Giveaway will run for one week. We wish to thank Chickdowntown.com for sponsoring this fabulous Giveaway!

Bop Over to Shopbop!

Yay!!!!!!!!Our Very Favorite Studded Sandals Are On Sale!!!! YayGiuseppe Zanotti Shoes
Grommet Cutout Pumps
Cutout pump in pebbled leather. Silver grommets at shield and gold studs at front. Button-tab closure at ankle. 4" brushed-chrome stiletto heel. Leather sole.Made in Italy.
Original Price: $775.00 Nero Black, Crema (Nude): $542.50 Sale These Zanotti Sandals are so chic and a must-have. We have loved them for months and now they are on Sale! Still pricey but worth it! Bop over to Shopbop right here: shopbop.com Check out the Strappy Roman Gladiator Flats!!!

Monday, May 18, 2009

Shop Fabulous Jalda Bags!

We've got the scoop! Jalda is launching her own online store. Shop before May 31st and get 20% off your purchase from Jalda by entering the coupon code "GUMDROPS" or become a JALDA fan on Facebook and can get 30% off! Please note: this does not apply to the sale section, just the store on jaldastyle.com.
Start shopping at Jalda Tell us what your Jalda must-haves are! We choose the Croc Crescent Evening Bag in Chocolate...Too Die For!

Chic Totes to Match the Chic Flats

These chic Beirn snakeskin totes have become a favorite along with their matching snakeskin ballet flats. They came in an array of Gumdrop colors that are fabulous! Definitely a must-have for this spring/summer but a seasonless tote! We love the easy design. Shop Beirn totes and ballet flats on A Few Goody Gumdrops! Shop Beirn on Vivre at A Few Goody Gumdrops

Friday, May 15, 2009

Clutch This Deal!



Loeffler Randall
Katia Patent Envelope Clutch, Gray or Cream
SALE PRICE: $135.00
Snake-embossed patent leather
Envelope-like magnetic flap closure
Metallic textile lining

An amazing "should own" clutch for Spring/Summer! Either color is fabulous! Our pick for chic and a great price!
Spring Sale Spectacular

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Ballet Flats Are Not Just For Tutus

We LOVE wearing ballet flats and finding that perfect pair is now so easy! Beirn has the greatest selection of gumdrop colors and is elasticized and so easy to slip-on . Snakeskin flat, suede lining, and rubberized sole. For best fit, please order one size up. Shop Beirn on Vivre at A Few Goody Gumdrops! Yay, there are Beirn Bags to match! How lucky can you get. Our favorite colors are the turquoise and the light green. Start shopping!
Shop Beirn Snakeskin Ballet Flats!