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I have to say that Fred Flare is pretty darn cool. In fact, I want to marry Fred and have lots and lots of little Fred babies.

I’m on their mailing list and got an email about free shipping with NO minimum  purchase with code: hearts last week and decided to take advantage of a gift card I received in thanks for being an A-Lister on Kaboodle.

They have some amazing stuff on Fred Flare. I chose the smiley face cup and peace sign necklace. And not 10 minutes after I checked out I received an email that my purchase had already been sent off to ship. WOW!

Even more wow? I opened my door the next morning and it was sitting in my doorway. Congratulations Fred Flare for exceeding my expectations for prompt service.

They now top our list of stores with excellent customer service!

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I love Valentine’s Day for many reasons. It’s a day to celebrate love (all kinds of love, not necessarily romantic love!). The color of the day is red (one of my favorite colors). Oh, and it’s another day to give presents. I love presents. Especially presents that are unique and thoughtful. Here are my favorite Valentine’s Day treats from Uncommon Goods that are definitely uncommon!

Squirrelly Love SetMy husband and I are big squirrel fans. This maplewood Squirrelly Love Set comes in three pieces – the two squirrels must stand between the heart to hold it up. It would look great on the mantle above the fireplace or even on the trip above a door. Also makes a great Wedding Present.

Nuts and Bolts KeychainI always have trouble finding an appropriate Valentine’s Day gift for my husband that isn’t too cheesy and will be useful. This Nuts and Bolts Keychain is definitely that. It’s something that he’ll use everyday and only he will know the true meaning – “I’m nuts about you!”

The best kinds of gifts are the non-material ones, like a massage. But they’re even better with these Ceramic Massage Stones that can be warmed or cooled for opposite effects. He (or she) will really appreciate that surprise massage when he gets home from work, and best of all, when he’s done with you, it’s your turn. So it’s a gift for both of you.

ceramic love vase

This one’s my favorite. All I need is this adorable mini Ceramic Love Vase, perfect for one or two of your favorite flowers. It’s cute, simple and will be used quite often.

 


Love Flowers but hate it when they die? Me too! This Recycled Tin Bouquet will never die and actually gives new life to old tin. And it’s pretty to boot!

PS – Start your Uncommon Goods shopping at Ebates and get $5 for signing up and 5% cash back on your Uncommon Goodls purchase. Sign up for Ebates.

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Check out the newest video from Alicia Keys, “Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart,” – you’ll fall in love with the fab Michael Jackson-style sunglasses that she’s wearing. Want a pair of your own? These shades are made by Carrera and the name is  The Panamerika 1. They go great with the latest great 80s-look style trends.

Alicia isn’t the only celeb that has fallen for these vintage shades, check out Britney Spears in this latest clip.

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One of the perks of running A Girl Must Shop is being the first to know about all kinds of great shopping events.

Priscilla of Boston (makers purveyors of some of the most luxurious wedding dresses), for example is hosting a series of bridal trunk shows across the country this month.

Trunk shows at Priscilla of Boston provide a unique opportunity to view the newest styles, including gowns that are not typically available in the salon. Gowns are brought to each store for a limited engagement during the trunk show. Be sure to make your appointment soon so you won’t miss these styles.

Here is a list of nationwide trunk shows

January 22 – 24, 2010
Pearl Bridal House
Mississauga ONT 905.278.5407

January 26 – February 1, 2010
Priscilla of Boston Salons
Atlanta GA 404.760.9800
Boston MA 617.267.9070
Oakbrook Terrace IL 630.833.5000
Dallas TX 214.691.0669
Denver CO 303.355.9491
Houston TX 713.526.1886
Ardmore PA 610.896.8290
Roslyn Heights NY 516.484.2080
Short Hills NJ 973.376.2345
Tysons Corner VA 703.821.0167
New York NY 212.997.3956
Edina MN 952.922.2106
Coral Gables FL 305.447.6807
Orlando FL 407.374.2515
San Francisco CA 415.951.0400
Scottsdale AZ 480.664.7534

January 29 – 31, 2010
Jingles Richmond VA 804.364.4009
Ferri Formals and Bridals Scenectady NY 518.374.3464
Priscilla of Boston Salon New York NY 212.997.3956

February 5 – 7, 2010
Little White Dress Bakersfield CA 661.633.2318
Melissa James Fayetteville NY 315.637.7535

February 12 – 14, 2010
Bridal Extraordinaire Shawnee KS 913.268.5566
Saks Fifth Avenue New York City NY 212.940.2269

February 19 – 21, 2010
The Bride Room  Nashville TN 615.297.989
Bridal and Formal Cincinnati OH 513.821.6622

February 26 – 28, 2010
Julian Gold San Antonio TX 210.824.2493
Alta Moda Bridal Salt Lake City UT 801.531.1215

A Girl Must Shop received payment for this post.

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I have a little test I like to do with hairbrushes. First I like to see if it fits in my small kiddish size hands. I like to do this because I like to pretend I am a rock star and anyone who sings in their brush would agree that it just has to fit comfortably. Don’t laugh. You all know you do the same thing!

Well this brush has a wonderful feel to it. It has a soft plastic handle that contours correctly with your hand. As I was reviewing this brush I read that it is static-resistant. What? Are you kidding me? Really? So I tried it and yes it really does keep that static out of your hair. What a wonderful thing especially in this very unforgiving winter weather. And trust me, there is nothing worse then static hair. And this brush does just as advertised.

You can find this Pronto Ionic Nylon Brisle Hair Brush at Brush Love for less than $7.

A Girl Must Shop received a sample of this brush to review.

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Jimbo and I were lucky enough to find the best hotel in the Copley Square area – right between the Copley Mall and Newbury Street – The Copley Square Hotel. Built in 1891, the hotel recently underwent a $18 million renovation transforming the historical hotel into a plush 4-star boutique hotel. Our room had a great view of Huntington Ave, an amazing bed and lots of room for a Boston hotel.
Red Down-filled Calvin Klein Winter Coat
Saturday we spent the day in the Copley Malls where Jimbo bought me this shiny new Calvin Klein Winter Coat to replace a lovely hand-me-down suede number that turned out to be too heavy. Merry Christmas to me! Dinner was at Sel de la Terre (I high suggest the Assiette de charcuterie) and dessert was Molten Chocolate Cake at the Top of the Hub.

Memorex DancersSunday we had a leisurely brunch at Sonsie (amazing Benedicts!) where some great dancers pimping out the Memorex miniMove gave us a little show (great guerrilla marketing Memorex, but be sure you’re on all the social networks and next time hand out cards with a hashtag for twitter, flickr and all the popular networks to lengthen and extend the reach of your campaign).

We hit Urban Outfitters (we love the Hello Kitty Plush Collectible Figures, Ceramic Owl Dish, and the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Bank.)

And the mini disco ball and Chocolate: A Love Story
Chocolate: A Love Story (by maggs813)

And fell in love with these guys at Life is Good

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Have you been over to check out our Holiday Gift Guide? Lots of great deals to be had there. Here are just a few that were just added. Go check it out!

Hot Topic: Spend $75 and get $20 Off from 12.10.09 – 12.16.09 at HotTopic.com

Origins: Get 20% off your Origins.com order (offer excludes sets). Enter code DecFF. Offer valid 12.11.09–12.14.09. Plus, Free Standard Shipping with any order through 12.17.09.

Barnes & Noble: Take advantage of our Free Shipping offers this year and make sure your gifts arrive on time. Everyone gets FREE expedited shipping on qualifying orders of $25 or more! B&N Members receive FREE expedited shipping on orders of just $10 or more! Make sure to order by 12/20 to get shipping in time for the holidays.

VistaPrint: 20 Photo Holiday Cards for only $1.99 Plus FREE SHIPPING!

Sears: 1-Day Only! Thousands of Tools on sale up to 50% off + FREE Shipping on Tools over $49 FRI 12/11

Sears: 1-Day Online Only! Save an EXTRA $10 off purchases of $75 or more FRI 12/11 with code EXCLUSIVE

Ross Simons: Free Shipping on 2009 Annual Swarovski Crystal Christmas Ornament only at Ross-Simons.com!

Kodak Gallery: 20% off when you Spend $30 or more with coupon code: SAVENOW20

Hatley.com: Buy 3 pairs of matching family PJs (Womens Tee and Pants, men’s tee and pants and either a kids or infants set) when you shop at Hatleystore.com and get $20 off your order! (Offer expires 12.25.09)

Hatley.com: Shop Hatleystore.com and get free shipping on any order over $50! (Expires 2.1.10)

FragranceNet.com: Use code LSDEC6 and get $10 off orders of $$60 or more at FragranceNet.com Ends 12.16.09

Hanes.com: Get free shipping with a $50+ order at Hanes.com. This offer is valid now through December 20th.

Urban Outfitters: 20% Off Orders of $100 or More with Coupon Code: GIFTED. Exp. 12/15/09

Urban Outfitters: Free Shipping on Orders over $75 with coupon code: OHJOY. Exp. 12/14/09

One Hanes Place: Get free shipping with a $65+ order at OneHanesPlace.com. Enter promo code 611696 at checkout. This offer is valid now through December 15th.

The Popcorn Factory: Save 10% off $50+ or 20% off $100+ on any Holiday order – use code WS10 or WS20 and lock in the best deal of the season, offer expires 12.22.09

The Popcorn Factory: Save $5 on Holiday Gifts only at The Popcorn Factory! code SNOW5, exp 12.31.09

Buy.com: Save $10 when you checkout with eBillme on Buy.com! Exp 12/28/09

Gaiam: 10% off $75, 15% off $100, 20% off $125 (Excludes Outlet). Use code AFGIFT. Expires 12.20.09.

Gaiam: 20% off + free standard shipping at Gaiam. Use code EMTPFSH. Expires 12.14.09

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