DSQUARED2 Strapless!

One of our favorite strapless dresses is on sale!

We love the DSQUARED2 Freddy K-ute dress in black silk. This ever-so chic strapless dress features an asymmetrical, pleated overlay at the rhinestone and sequin-embellished bodice. Dazzling style and works great with this season's sequin evening bags. You'll look chic and trendy in this fabulous party dress. One can never have too many strapless Little Black Dresses in their wardobe! We'd also pair with Giuseppe Zanotti Glitter Sandals. You'll just have to click the green link to see these amazing Zanotti booties and Indulge in Dsquared. Designer Brands on Sale at shopbop.com!

A Swimmingly Fabulous Giveaway!

We are so excited about this amazing Giveaway.We've teamed up with the ever-so cool SwimSpot.com. They are the number one online women's swimwear boutique featuring 2011 designer trend-setting bikinis, tankinis, one-piece swimsuits and cover-ups. We especially love Luxe by Lisa Vogel, offering sleek, sexy and fashionable swimwear designed for the ever-so chic beach sophisticate!

We're offering our readers a chance to win an amazing prize package worth $200. The prize package includes a $150 VIP gift card to SwimSpot.com and a Swimspot.com goodies bag that includes a Swimspot.com t-shirt and a personal Fit Session with a Fit Specialist valued at $50. Swimspot's Fit Specialist will help you select the correct size and the most flattering suit for your body! Swimspot.com features bathing suits and and active wear by: Luxe by Lisa Vogel, Ella Moss, Splendid, St. John, Athena and Tommy Hilfiger just to name a few.

To enter to win this fabulous Swimspot.com package you will need to Subscribe to A Few Goody Gumdrops by email and leave a comment about this "beachy" Giveaway on this post using the email address you used to subscribe. You must follow Swimspot.com on twitter and "like" Swimspot.com on Facebook. The lucky winner has 48 hours to respond and will only be chosen if you have subscribed to A Few Goody Gumdrops newsletter, followed Swimspot.com on Twitter, and liked Swimspot.com on Facebook. The contest is open to US residents only. The contest will end on 1/8/11.

A Few Goody Gumdrops wishes to thank Swimspot.com for sponsoring this fun and exciting swimsuit Giveaway. I've already begun doing my sit ups!

Shopping and Goodies

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Weekly Shopping and Goodies brings you... after Christmas deals, a great swimsuit Giveaway, discounted shoes, the top celeb stories of 2010 and celebrates the life of Teena Marie! We all wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year! In 2011 we hope you will continue to read weekly Shopping and Goodies from my favorite fashionistas!

A Few Goody Gumdrops hopes you will enter this "Swimmingly" fabulous giveaway from Swimspot.com!
Fashion Cents celebrates the life of Teena Marie with Lover Girl. She will be missed.
Shopping and Info bought these amazing Alexander Wang black platform boots on sale for 50% off.
The Well-Heeled Society helps you kick in the New Year with a 20% discount code to use towards Keith Scarrott Shoes!
Fashion Hippo finds The Best After Christmas Sales and Deals!
Girls Talkin Smack tells us the Top Celebrety Stories of 2010!

Giuseppe Zanotti, Thakoon, Maison Martin Margiela and More!!!

Enjoy this AMAZING SALE!

Judith Leiber Sparkles In Your Purse!

It's time to treat yourself and complete your holiday shopping with these two fabulous Judith Leiber "goodies! We love the heart pillbox featuring Austrian crystals with the striking red crystal ribbon. You must also own the elegant rectangular case featuring Austrian crystals and a red crystal bow. How chic to have these sparkling items in your purse. These shimmering pieces are timeless and you will have them forever. Pricey but a definite investment.Click the green link to indulge in the ever-so elegant Judith Leiber! Saks Fifth Avenue

Lucky "Romygold" Winner!

We're so excited! Amber from Clinton Township, Michigan is the lucky winner of the ever-so fun and trendy Romygold black leather foldover clutch with two rows of studs. Amber said, 'OMG! Thank you sooooo much Betsy! I am beyond thrilled!'
We know Amber will love using her Romygold clutch.
A Few Goody Gumdrops wishes to thank Romygold for sponsoring this fabulous giveaway and we hope our readers will continue to follow Romygold on Facebook and twitter and visit their fabulous website. We love their edgy and sophisticated bags!

Jimmy Choo

Our favorite classic Jimmy Choo Glenys Printed Leather Sandal. The perfect sandal to own especially this holiday season. Of course...we bought them!
We're trying very hard to walk in these skinny four inch heels. Although we're having some trouble...we can definitely make it into a restaurant. We love wearing these Choos with our skinny PRPS jeans, leather leggings and our Pucci cocktail dresses. These sandals are from the Jimmy Choo 24:7 Collection and feature an exposed gold toned zipper down the front of the strappy, printed leather open toe sandal. Click the Saks banner to indulge and keep shopping! Makes a great present...to yourself !

Gumdrops Weekly Trends!

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Holiday time is almost here. We have some great trends to share...a lilac bag, celebrity party looks, a sexy dress giveaway and an update on who will star in a Dior commercial! Start reading our latest trends and have a great holiday from all of us at Gumdrops Weekly Trends.


A Few Goody Gumdrops loves this gorgeous lilac Miu Miu bag for winter and spring!
Girls Talkin Smack tells us Natalie Portman will star in Dior commercial!
Shopping and Info has a great black one shoulder dress giveaway for New Year’s Eve parties.
The Budget Fashionista has some celebrity party looks for the holidays.

What Fashionista Doesn't Love Gourmet Chocolate!

Click the box of chocolates to select a variety of the most gorgeous and divine chocolates! The containers are also amazing and make the most glamorous holiday gifts! I received the box of red and white chocolate hearts and have stuffed most of them into my mouth! They are yummy and truly...how many fashionistas can say no to gourmet chocolates! I have no will power when it comes to candy but I am certainly enjoying myself!

Locked Up With Miu Miu!

We love this bright and cheerful Miu Miu bag. Perfect for this season's holiday cruises and vacations. Actually, would be great to use on a bleak and snowy day. The color is so fabulous and works great with the very in lilac nail polish. Oo-la-la!
Looks amazing with your greys, black, cream, white and camel wardrobe. The handbag features silver toned turn lock on the front,silver toned signature logo on the back and silver toned frame on the bag. We have been a big fan of Miu Miu this season.Although I am always using dark color handbags...I am strongly considering this exciting colorful Miu Miu! Miu Miu at mytheresa.com Yes, it's available in black for those of you who just love carrying a black patent leather bag!

Nars Candles Lights Your Fire!

Nars inspires us with luscious scented candles in corresponding glass containers with the Nars logo. What a fabulous gift for the holiday season with a burn time of 60 hours. The scents are: Shangri-La, Acapulco, Oran, Jaipur, and Bosphorus. Whatever scent you choose will make your home smell amazing. I pile a few art books on my coffee table and add my Nars candle on the top book and the setting looks warm and inviting. The air in my house smells great.
Our favorite candle scent is Oran, ' a complex blend of tuberose and white gardenia blossoms, heightened by floral touches of violette, jasmine and heliotrope. Sweet balsamic undertones of styrax and resin help compliment and balance vibrant citrus, bergamot and grapefruit notes along with luscious leafy greens'. Click the Nars box to INDULGE!

Shopping and Goodies

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The Holidays are almost here. See what my favorite fashionistas have to share!


A Few Goody Gumdrops is loving Vkoo cashmere sweaters! So soft and comfy.
Fashion Cents shares the perfect pairing -- fashion & wine! Which wine-ista are you?
RedPoppy loves the luscious Barbie Loves Stila luxe gloss trio. It's absolutely perfect for redheads!
The Well-Heeled Society redirects the craziness of the season with a Five-Step Program Towards Happiness.
Violet Revolution asks: Is your makeup collection ready for winter ?
The Curvy Fashionista picks her favorites to accessorize to maximize with Max and Chloe.

Look What We've Found For You!

Bluefly has some incredible deals! Shop til 12 noon EST 12/22/10!
Click the green link to INDULGE and start shopping the hottest designers!
Save up to 25% OFF EVERYTHING! Now up to 75% off!
Weekly Promotions Newsletter 2

Every Fashionista Loves A Markdown!

New Markdowns at Shopbop! Everything from leather leggings to cardigans from the likes of Marc by Marc, BB Dakota, Mara Hoffman, Elizabeth & James and DVF are now up to 70% off. Click the banner to INDULGE in these amazing deals!

Shop Gucci!

Another Fabulous Cashmere!

The T-Los Angeles 3/4 Sleeve Cowl Neck Sweater is a fabulous and a sexy addition to your wardrobe. This cashmere sweater features: loose fitting sleeves and an off-the-shoulder cut. It's 100% cashmere, so it's soft, warm and comfy! Available in Heather Gray. Pair with your skinny or comfy jeans for a great look! Looks great with leather leggings, too! The perfect everyday but not ordinary cozy sweater to own. Click the green link or banner to indulge! Shop Sexy Cowl Neck in Heather!

ROMYGOLD Holiday Handbag Giveaway from A Few Goody Gumdrops!

ROMYGOLD HOLIDAY HANDBAG GIVEAWAY!
We are so excited about this amazing Holiday Giveaway.We've teamed up with the ever-so cool handbag designers... ROMYGOLD.

We're offering our readers a chance to win this funky Stud 2 Row Clutch in black with two rows of brushed gold studs, which retails for $400! This distressed leather foldover clutch is the perfect accessory to accent any holiday outfit and one of this season's most exciting new clutches!

ROMYGOLD launched in 2009 by best friend designer duo Lisa Goldstein and Romy Jagid. ROMYGOLD shapes the meaning of affordable luxury with their timeless and trendy handbags. Signature elements such as slashed leather, studs, grommets and metal plates add a bit of edge to these sophisticated bags. ROMYGOLD'S bags can be seen on a number of your favorite celebs!

To enter to win this fabulous clutch, Subscribe to A Few Goody Gumdrops by email and leave a comment about this ever-so fashionable clutch on this post using the email address you used to subscribe. You must also follow ROMYGOLD on Twitter and like them on Facebook. The lucky winner has 48 hours to respond and will only be chosen if you have subscribed to A Few Goody Gumdrops newsletter, followed ROMYGOLD on Twitter, and liked ROMYGOLD on Facebook.

The winner will be chosen at random by A Few Goody Gumdrops on Dec. 23, 2010. ROMYGOLD will send the bag directly to you. Contest is open to US residents only. A Few Goody Gumdrops wishes to thank ROMYGOLD for sponsoring this fabulous GIVEAWAY.

Guest Blogger thefind.com Gets Funky With Tassels and Fringe

This season’s jewelry trends is
all about the vintage-modern look...aged-looking metals, raw-cut stones, boudoir-inspired pearls and stones...so it seems only fitting that accessories would look back and pay homage to one of the oldest forms of adornment in the western world...tassels! After all, it makes sense, given the fashion world’s affinity for fringe in all forms, and tassel jewelry gives that extra light-reflective glint and shimmery movement that suede fringed moccasins simply can’t capture! Of course, tassels may not be quite as unique nowadays as they were in eras past — but you may take comfort in the fact that designers no longer charge thousands of dollars for a single hand-made tassel, like they once did with the first ones ever fashioned!
Shine with a pair of tribal-inspired chain tassel earrings like these Ben-Amun Circle Filigree Earrings, or opt for a decidedly more edgy mixed-metal pair like these from Goldyn. To add a bit more color, try this dramatic beaded tassel necklace from Nicole Romano, or play with mixed textures like this 3.1 Phillip Lim Organza and Leather Necklace or this chain-and-thread bracelet by Aurelie Bidermann. And lastly, if you’re a girl who tends to talk with your hands, a tassel-embellished bangle like this Alex and Ani Agean Bracelet will add a bit of subtle shine to your movements!
Need help for your holiday shopping? Download TheFind Mobile app for finding the best prices and selection for shopping on the go. TheFind mobile app makes you a smarter shopper.

Gumdrops Weekly Trends

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Gumdrops Weekly Trends has all the latest...holiday dresses, a ziggy blazer, gifts at Nordstroms and a great Giveway! See what Alexa Chung thinks of her face! Learn how to start your own fashion shop! Enjoy reading the most sought after trends from the chicest fashionistas!



A Few Goody Gumdrops gets Ziggy with Elizabeth and James black leather blazer!
Shopping and Info found the best 10 designer holiday dresses for 2010.
The Budget Fashionista shares with you gifts under $50 from Nordstroms!
TheFind says treat yourself this holiday season by entering to win a gorgeous Dooney & Bourke Grommet Sac, worth $375!
Girls Talkin Smack tells us Alexa Chung thinks she has a horse-like face!
Style Salt shows you how to start your own fashion shop with Stylesalt!

Gumdrops Weekly Trends will see ya next week!

Shopping and Goodies

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The edition of Shopping and Goodies is giving away, wondering, finding recommending, loving, celebrating, needing, treating and excited! See what my favorite fashionistas have to say. You'll be amazed!!

A Few Goody Gumdrops is so excited to Giveaway a ROMYGOLD Foldover Black Leather Clutch with Studs!
Fashion Cents is giving away stylish covers for your phones. Enter now!
Fashion Hippo finds the Best Holiday Dresses for Every Occasion
Handbag du Jour recommends you get your old leather jacket made into a hot new pouch bag by Maxine Dillon.
Shopping and Info loves the long side zip black pants seen on Kim Kardashian by J Brand.
The Bare Skinny is giving away 3 Coveroo phone covers!
The Curvy Fashionista celebrates turning two years with a $100 Shoes.com Giveaway!
TheFind says treat yourself this holiday season by entering to win a gorgeous Dooney & Bourke Grommet Sac, worth $375!
Violet Revolution says: You need to see our top 10 gift items for women this holiday season!
What's Haute Magazine says if you're wondering what to wear for New Year's Eve, try the RACHEL Rachel Roy Martini with a Twist Dress - it's cocktail party-perfect!

Yoox Has a Sale....Stella, Alexander, Dolce and More!

One of our favorite designers among many are on sale at YOOX. Be sure to check out MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA! Click the green link to shop and INDULGE!

Sale - Up to Extra 50% off on yoox.com today! We love Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen, too! So many "goodies" to choose from. Yoox is a totally cool site offering some of the most fashion forward designs and accessories. I have been on the site all morning......shopping! Yikes!!!!!!!

Celebs Love Vkoo Cashmere!

Vkoo Cashmere sweaters can be seen on a number of your favorite celebs. Great style and easy wearing. Perfect cashmere sweaters for jeans, leggings or nice pants. Rachel Bilson is wearing the Vkoo Cashmere Pullover in light grey and Black. Hilary Duff is wearing the Cashmere Hooded Cardigan in light grey. Vkoo cashmere is so comfy, soft and the pieces are timeless. Ever-so worth the investment. I think the look is great with jeans and Ugg boots. My best look for running arounnd town and being comfortable and looking cool. I love taking a fabulous cashmere sweater and pairing it with my jeans! Click the green link to INDULGE Vkoo Cashmere. SINGER22.com offers Hot Designer Clothing worn by Rachel Bilson and Hilary Duff.Celebrity Style is just a Click away!

Get Ziggy with Elizabeth and James!

Ever-so cool Elizabeth and James ZIGGY BLAZER. Get Ziggy in this fashion favorite blazer for the holidays! Long sleeve single breasted blazer in black with notched collar and padded shoulders. Shell: 100% lamb leather. This blazer looks fabulous with leggings and skinny jeans. Having a stylish but simple black leather blazer in your wardrobe is a must-have. You'll end up wearing it all the time. We also love the look of the single button closure and the back zippers on the sleeves.Click the green link to INDULGE and pair with the Theory Selecia Infinity Scarf in light gray fur for an amazing look. You'll just have to click to see the scarf!

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Get Spotted in Lanvin's Leopard Trench!

Lanvin Leopard Trench...Ooo-la-la! You know we love leopard and we love Lanvin, so this is perfect! Lanvin's double breasted trench coat in leopard printed nylon features; epaulet shoulders, storm flaps at shoulder and back and a self belt with buttoned flap pockets at waist. The best is....the trench is on sale!!!! This coat is great over day or evening clothes. As we always say...one great leopard item is fabulous to give your outfit a lift.Looks great over a simple black LBD and it's so easy to travel with. Click the green link to indulge. Shop Women Designer Labels at SSENSE.COM

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Ports 1961 For The Holiday!

We love this fabulous Draped Back Sheath party dress from Ports 1961.This wide-neck lamé dress features great styling and draping at the cowl back. Pretty dress for holiday parties! Lame is ever-so chic especially for New Years Eve! This dress is fun and sophisticated. Pair with a fabulous shimmer bag! We love that the dress is simple and has a shine without being glitzy! You can accessorize or wear as is. Click the green link to indulge.New Designer Dresses at shopbop! Free Ground Shipping!

Guest Blogger Thefind.com Keeps The Menswear Trend Alive with Fringe Front Shoes!

Some of the most feminine fashion trends of the past few seasons has been inspired by menswear. Blazers, trouser pants, tuxedo jackets, oxfords… designers have managed to take some of the most classic masculine pieces and turned them girlie-chic… and quite frankly, I think we ladies do it better! However, with each new menswear trend that emerges, I can’t help but wonder what boyfriend-inspired fad will come next that perhaps won’t succeed, and how long this style will last. Luckily, we don’t have to worry about the end of the menswear era anytime soon, as a new trend is emerging to blur the lines of masculine vs. feminine footwear. Front fringe continues the widely popular oxford trend in a way that’s somehow fresh in its vintage-modern reinstatement and even preppier than its menswear-inspired flat predecessors. The look enhances the military boot trend, making them less rugged and more polished and preppy, and adds a little retro whimsy to classic pumps and funky booties! Plus, they’re an easy, chic way to introduce a little fringe to your wardrobe without giving in to the whole “western” look!
Shown above: Tory Burch Lyle Ankle Boots, Aldo Lamacchia Pumps, We Who See Fringe Boot, and ‘Strapped for Class’ Boot from Modcloth.