DIOR, MARC JACOBS AND MORE..
Summer is outta here (at least in retail land) and now is the best time to take advantage of the great deals on designer wear. Saks and Bloomies have the best online sale, as usual, and I found four must-have pieces. Now, just because it’s online doesn’t mean you won’t need those quick reflexes you use at the in-store sales rack. As with any sale, sizes and colors are limited so hurry hurry!
Dior open toe sandal boot - Orig. $680/ Now $271.99 at Saks
Rebecca Taylor ruffled chiffon dress - Orig. $395/ Now $165.90 at Bloomies
BAB Ceramic Straightening Iron - $ 29.99 at Ricki’s (Originally $59.99)
Pamper Yourself and Your Little One this Mother’s Day: Just Leave a Comment Below for Your Chance to Win Mother/Daughter Treatment Kits
A few days ago I was laughing with my cousin Tammy, mom to a 3 going on 30 year old cutie pie, about how we now have one more gift-getting holiday. It’s my “first” Mother’s Day, and I’m looking forward to a diaper-free day and whatever my husband has planned (hint hint).
Personally, I think any mom with a baby or young kids would just be happy with a day of relaxation and pampering. That’s why we’re giving two readers the chance to win Mother/Daughter treatment kits from Sofn’ Free! I love their GroHealthy product line because it’s made with organic ingredients such as milk protein, olive oil and omega 3 to specifically treat Black hair. Plus, the Sofn’ Free n’ Pretty products for little girls are made from sunflower and olive oil to help hair grow healthy and strong. The treatment kits are easy to use at home or great to take along to the salon.
This contest ENDS Monday, May 10th so leave a comment with an email address that you check frequently (email address will not show up on the site) for a chance to WIN.
Valentine’s Day is 13 days away and some of NYC’s amazing restaurants are offering pri-fixe menu steals. Here are a few options in case you don’t win the contest giveaway.
Ornella Restaurant
This BYOB spot in Astoria Queens, offers the best pri-fixe bang for the buck so far with a choice of 1 appetizers, 1 entree and 1 dessert for 35.00 per/person. Want fine dining with trekking to the city–check them out!
Love Punch Party
The Summit Bar’s will offer three stimulating elixirs formulated by resident alchemist Greg Seider on Sunday, February 14th from 6:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For $7 per glass you and your sweetheart will have a night to remember with your choice of aphrodisiac punches - one for him, one for her, and one for those who are a little of both!
On Sunday, February 14th, Mercadito (179 Avenue B between 11th and 12th Streets) and Mercadito Grove (100 Seventh Avenue South at Grove Street) will offer 5 course $45 per/person family style menus and a special cocktail and shot until 10:00 pm.
Philip Marie Restaurant
Offers both a Valentine’s Day brunch and dinner menu specials for sweethearts:
BRUNCH
Saturday & Sunday February 13th & 14th 2010
Valentine’s 3-course Prix-fixe Brunch Menu with Chef’s Choice Bottle of Champagne for $44.95 per person (Tax, Gratuity & Beverages Additional)
DINNER
Fri, Sat & Sun February 12th -14th 2010
Enjoy a Blissful 3-Course Valentine’s Prix-fixe Menu for just $59.95 p/p (Tax, Gratuity & Beverages additional)
**For a week, starting February 16-21, Philip Marie is giving away FREE samples of their signature Portabello Fries (crisp strips of mushroom crusted with Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs served with a tangy avocado dipping sauce.) Yummy!!
Love is in the air and NUBIA has caught the bug! In celebration of V-day, we are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a dinner for two, worth $130, at the acclaimed IL Punto Ristorante (507-509 9th Ave) in NYC.
Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine from the stuffed artichokes with mozzarella to the amazing grilled rib veal drizzled with Vincotto, while you sip on your favorite wine. Sounds good?
Then treat your boo to a night on the town. Contest starts today and ends on Monday, February 8, so if you’re interested leave a comment below and you will automatically enter for a chance to win. Winners will be chosen through a random number selection and notified by email. Mangia!
**Dinner for Sunday, February 14 date only**
Looking for a place to go for NYE dinner?
Philip Marie Restaurant–New Year’s Eve Dinner –2 menus, $59 p/p
Dine on 3 courses from 6pm -9pm OR 9:30am-12:30am (Second seating includes a Champagne Toast at Midnight)
Indulge in Maple Bourbon Glazed Scallops; Surf & Turf, Stuffed South Pacific Red Snapper Filet, and much more!
For reservations contact: 212-242-6200 & tell them NUBIA sent you!
Caliente Cab Restaurant
212-685-3828
Through December, you’ll get a platter of five hot tapas with a free drink for $19.95 or lunch Special for only 12.95, featuring your choice of: Soup of the day or house salad; or one of the following: fajita (chicken or beef); grilled panini Mex; tastaco salad (with chicken or beef); chimichanga (chicken or beef); mission burrito (chicken or beef); healthy burrito; healthy veggie enchilada; or enchilada Suiza (chicken or beef);
Coffee, soda or juice.
You only have three days left! If you’re like me, you’re just getting started but maybe you’re not so much a glutton for punishment and already did most of your shopping. Either way, there are still some great last minute gifts in-stores and the prices are even better right now. Take a look at what I found for under $50, but make sure you hurry to the stores!
Are you a late shopper? What are some good shopping deals that you found this holiday?
Mother of Pearl Cuff Links - $39, Banana Republic
UGG Care Kit - $20, Bloomingdales
Getting up at the crack of dawn, waiting in line for hours and stomping, pushing and clawing my way to the register with an item that’s going be on sale through the rest of the season anyway is not my thing. Therefore, I always pass on the Black Friday sales and this year was no exception. Don’t get me wrong…it’s a great sales tactic to get rid of overstock or low demand merchandise.
Deal or no deal, it’s not worth the hassle and thank goodness for Cyber Monday! Unlike Black Friday, you can shop while you’re at work (shhhh) or from the comfort of your home while looking at deals from multiple stores in a matter of minutes. So, log on to your PC and check out these exclusive one-day online deals and sales…
Nordstrom.com is offering up to 50% off already reduced items and free shipping with any purchase of $100 or more when you enter code HOLIDAY9
Nordstrom pleated satin clutch - $78
Victoria Secret PINK eau de parfum ornament - $10
Sephora 6 piece brush set - originally $98, sale $69
Mac Pinkzapoppin blush and shadow duo - $59.50 on Mac.com
GET PAMPERED AND SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE…
As you know, it’s breast cancer awareness month and we’re partnering with Vanier Boutique Spa to bring you The Vanier Spa Party & Exclusive Contest — benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation! The event takes place on Saturday, November 7th @ The Boucarou Lounge 64 East 1st Street in NYC.
Two lucky readers can WIN tickets (valued at $150) by simply leaving a comment below. Plus, all readers get $5 OFF when you purchase tickets on Ticketweb.com, search for Vanier Spa Party and ENTER access code NUBIA
The Boucarou Lounge
Event Kicks Off @ 3pm and includes all of the following:
- “Spa for a Cure” hosted by award winning author Geralyn Lucas, author of “Why I Wore Lipstick To My Mastectomy” — slip into comfortable robes and slippers for full spa treatments including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures, get your makeup done by MAC artists and hair styled by top notch NYC salons such as Sally Hershberger, Bumble & Bumble and more, enjoy decadent catering and cocktails.
- Shop at the Think Pink Boutiques featuring jewelry designer Stella & Dot, lip gloss lounge from Purple Lab, purse design by Military Wives, Le Baby products and others.
- Enjoy “I Will Survive” Runway Show, Auction and After Party @ 8:30pm — breast cancer survivors as well as professional models show off the hottest fashions from Ann Klein, Jones New York, Chandra Wilson and more.
Visit our EVENTS page for more info and GOOD LUCK!
***CONTEST ENDS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd AND, AS USUAL, IS NOT OPEN TO NUBIA EMPLOYEES OR FAMILY MEMBERS***
