Okay, it’s been a while. I know. The holidays have come and gone, our tummies have recuperated from the insane amount of holiday food ingested, we’ve stuck to our New Year’s Resolutions (or tossed them out the window), and the Valentine’s Day roses have long since wilted. Whew!
Remember when the Furby came out the first time? Well, these fun little toys are back and they are making quite the commotion. In fact, the Furby has made the top toy list at Walmart. Why the buzz? The new Furby by Hasbro has a mind of it’s own. It’ develops it’s personality based on how you play with it. It’ll dance to all of your favorite songs and interact with other furbies in English or Furbish.
It’s that time again: Giveaway season! One of our favorite holidays, Mother’s Day, is on the horizon so we are having a special giveaway to celebrate it! A whole day devoted to women and moms sounds good to us, and we know how much you need it so we thought we would make it just a little bit sweeter! Here are the details:
So, good luck and Happy Mother’s Day from zuuzs!
Figuring out a suitable Valentine’s Day gift for the man in your life can prove to be a hard task. When ties and video games become too predictable there are a few things left that can bring a smile to even the toughest guys face.
While mushy gifts may be lost him, something useful could be just what he needs and wants. Here are some great gift ideas to show him some love this Valentine’s Day.
Give Him Time: For guys, a watch can say a lot about their personality. Whether he is sporty, professional or a bit eccentric, there is a watch out there for him. Peruse a site like worldofwatches.com to find the perfect accessory for him.
Go, Go Gadget: For the gadget-loving guy in your life, the options are endless. For the active man, try a water resistant iPhone case (like Pelican) or an Apple remote, both available on bestbuy.com, to control all of his electronics with the touch of a button.
A Gift He Can’t Refuse: If you have a movie buff on your hands, this gift will be a surefire hit. Head over to barnesandnoble.com and grab him the complete Godfather collection on Blu-ray/DVD. Not only will you help complete his DVD archives but you will lock in hours of quality couch and movie time with your guy.
Give him a gift that is unique and fun, just like your relationship. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Chocolates and flowers may be “classic” but there are other ways to show a woman how much she means to you on Valentine’s Day. Whether the special lady in your life is your mom, daughter, girlfriend or wife, there is a perfect gift out there.
Why not think outside of the box this year?
For the Romantic: Is she the kind of girl who loves the written word? Is she a romantic underneath it all? Give her something to warm her heart, like a love letter anthology (available at Barnes&Noble.com). A collection of famous love letters throughout history, this book will add some passion to your own love story.
Say it with jewelry: Jewelry is a gift that truly never goes out of style and one that always fits. For the special lady in your life, try an initial pendant (available on Overstock.com), so that she can always keep it close to her heart. You don’t just have to buy her initial. If married, buy yours and if it’s for your mother, she may love initials of her children.
Kiss the Cook: Does she cook like no other? Why not celebrate her talent with a new kitchen gadget, gift certificate or chic, dare we say, stylish, apron from cooking.com? The site sells fabulous Jessie Steele aprons in a plethora of prints and colors.
Celebrate Her Beauty: Sure, you think she is naturally beautiful but she lives for perfume and new makeup. This Valentine’s Day spoil her with designer perfume, makeup or accessories. For a real treat, shower her with Bliss spa products (Body Butter, Glamour Gloves), which can be found on beauty.com.
There is no better way to say I love you than to celebrate who she is and what that means to you. You can’t go wrong by following your heart and these helpful little links.
**photo courtesy of giftchooser.com
Wow, it’s January already. We start feeling a little droopy these days. We’re done with all the holiday parties, family feasts and all the gift-giving. It’s time to get ourselves happy again.
Well, here are some ways to beat those post-holidays blues once and for all:
1. Go out in your community. Helping others will help your morale.
2. Performing acts of kindness. Just open the door for someone.
3. Volunteering. Give back to your community.
4. Give to a charity. It takes only a dollar. If you can’t afford that, donate stuff you don’t use anymore.
5. Go to the humane society and adopt a pet. They provide you with unconditional love.
6. Clean your home. Take out the stuff you don’t use anymore and give it to a charity.
7. Take up a new hobby. Start walking. Do macabre. Do something that gets you out and active.
Just remember: things will get better.
Sick of the cold? Want to get away from fighting relatives? Instead of staying home this holiday season, consider an inexpensive last-minute getaway. Travel agencies and online destination websites typically offer huge discounts on vacations scheduled through the New Year.
Caribbean
Travel to the Caribbean in style this holiday season. Last minute openings on cruises to the Caribbean mean deep discounts as cruise lines attempt to sell out ships. If you live on the east coast, you’ll likely find a departure port nearby. Cruises to the Caribbean leave from New York, Boston, Maryland, North Carolina and Florida.
Florida
The beautiful December weather makes Florida a top choice as a last-minute holiday destination. Florida beaches are perfect for singles and couples. Families with children can join in the holiday celebrations occurring at the theme parks in Disney World and Universal Studios.
Mexico
Couples and families with a budget can enjoy a five star vacation in Mexico without breaking the bank. Mexican all-inclusive resorts feature fine dining, beautiful beaches and exciting excursions. The temperature is perfect in Mexico during the winter months. Cancun averages a daily temperature of 75 degrees F in December.
Colorado
For snow bunnies that don’t mind the cold, head to Colorado this holiday season. Many Colorado resorts feature holiday packages through the end of December. Packages typically include nightly accommodations in a luxury chalet, lift tickets, equipment rentals and airport shuttle. Top Colorado spots to check out include Aspen, Breckenridge, Vail and Beaver Creek.
Gift giving is a torrent of mixed emotions: the act of giving – it’s rewarding and brings joy to those you love (= awesome), the hunt is somewhat stressful, and the havoc wreaked on your bank account – less than ideal. For a less stressful Holiday Shopping experience, stay organized, stay focused, and save!
Stay Organized
Even if you’re not a list-maker, now might be the time to start. Nobody, and I mean nobody, wants to run back to the ever-crowded shopping mall three times in the weeks leading up to the Holidays having forgotten a present for X, Y, or Z. Sit down and really map out who you’d like to get something for, cross off names as you find that perfect something and move on to the next.
Stay Focused
Stores this time of year are extra sparkly. The sales are extra enticing. And your desire to buy is in full force. Don’t get distracted by things you don’t need, but do make concessions for the very best deals (after Christmas regrets stink.)
Save
Take your list of gift recipients and try to break those names down into categories – maybe something like “big gift,” “medium gift”, “small gift.” If you really want to save, try online shopping, but better start early to be sure the gifts roll in well before the big party, etc.
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I am a lover of all things Fall. I love the warm hues, the smell of fireplaces, the pumpkins, and naturally – the clothes. Plaids and corduroys hold a special place in my heart. And scarves – don’t even get me started (I LOVE scarves)(and also, everyone on my Holiday Shopping List is getting a scarf … you’re welcome!)
Banana Republic defines the classic Fall aesthetic. Their warm knits, well structured coats, and modern use of classic fabrics (think tweed, updated) all ooze preppy confidence. And as the temperatures drop, you never want to sacrifice style for warmth – I promise, there is a balance!
Gift-giving may be in season, but the cold weather shows no signs of slowing, and you know you are long overdue for a new coat. With affordable pieces, up-to-the-moment styles, and a fabulous 30% Discount (and don’t forget the CASH BACK), Banana Republic has your name written all over it!
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With the holidays only weeks away, gift-giving is at the forefront of most shoppers’ minds. But gifts are tough, especially the small and sweet gifts, the thank you gifts, the just-because gifts. Like most girls, I LOVE Sephora. And when zuuzs officially partnered up with Sephora, my joy was nearly palpable. Yeah, I’m a sucker for walls of lipstick and all-you-can-spritz-on perfume. Also, when you can happily and obsessively shop Sephora.com (from the comfort of your sofa), with the idea that you’re looking for “gifts” – it’s an all around shopping victory!
Current Sephora Obsessions:
Sephora by OPI in Traffic Stopper Copper
Justin Bieber Someday Gift Set (I swear, it smells ah-mazing!)
Yves Saint Laurent L’Homme for Men
Bobbi Brown Party Shimmer Brick
Fresh Mini Sugar Kissing Trio
Dior 5-Colour Eye Shadow Palette in Mystic Smokys
Sephora Collection Prestige Brush Set
Josie Maran Organic Argan Oil
Benefit Cosmetics Dandelion Blush
Savings & Up to 3% Cash Back on Purchases at Sephora.com