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eShakti Dress Review

Hello Friends and Happy Monday!

This is a sponsored post for eShakti, for more information please read my Disclosure Statement located in the top tab.
When I was contacted by eShakti asking if I would be interested in doing another review my answer was a resounding, “yes”.  The first dress that I had received was of good quality, had a budget-friendly price and shipped quickly, so it would be my pleasure to review another garment.  In case you missed that review you can read it here.
My favorite style of dress is a sleeveless shift because of it’s versatility and I also find that it compliments my figure the best.  I’ll wear this style any season, all year long, to work, church and out to dinner with hubby.  A shift dress transitions easily from summer to winter, and when the weather changes I’ll throw on a blazer or sweater and thanks to KelasKloset have also worn one with a turtleneck underneath.
For this review I chose item number CL0027971.

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When submitting an order to eShakti the sizes are based on actual bust, waist and hip measurements proportioned for women Petite to Tall and ranging in sizes from 0-36W. However, if your measurements do not fit into any of these categories it can be customized for an additional $7.50.
I chose this method when ordering and didn’t order one size up as I normally would, so when I received the dress and opened the box I was loving the cut.  I loved it even more when I put it on and found that this style was perfect and that it fit my bust, waist and hips nicely.

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This dress was chosen because I didn’t want to wear an uber fancy dress to my hubby’s High School Reunion, but after the death of his mother we weren’t able to attend.  With not having that event to wear the dress I needed to find a suitable location for a photo-op that would accentuate the look.

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I chose Elana’s Florist and Gift Shop on 500 North Broad Street in Middletown.  This once small Floral Shop had been transformed into a more expansive and unique Florist and Gift Shop perfect for a photo op.   I promised Elana that I would return next month to do a post for my holiday shopping special. Last Summer Weekend 016
I know my friend and neighbor Corrine, who is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will appreciate the Red Dress and Elephant background.

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For me, the very best feature of this dress were the built-in bra strap holders. Every woman knows how irritating it is to have a bra strap sliding down her arm and then having to pull it up a million times.

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The dress is made in India of Cotton and Spandex, is machine washable on a delicate cycle and should be hung to dry.  The exposed easy slide brass zipper is also a nice accent.

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 eShakti dresses are affordable custom-made dresses that fit well and are made for the everyday woman such as myself.  eShakti has been featured in numerous woman’s magazines and on daytime talk shows so check them out and sign up to receive sales notifications as well as specials with free shipping.

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eShakti believes that all women have the right to wear affordable fashion that is made for them and makes them look their absolute best and I definitely agree.  

 Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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The Money School Free Fall Classes

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How to Create a Retirement Paycheck for Small Business

Mon., Sept. 30 Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

NCC Cooperative Extention

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

Tax Free Investing: It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep!

Tues., Oct. 1 Time: 4:30-6pm

Selbyville Library

Donna Savage, Edward Jones

Scams & Schemes: Dodging Financial Predators

Tues., Oct. 1 Time: 6-8:30pm

Woodlawn Library

Whitney Singer, Clarifi

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Lunch and Learn: Communicating Value

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 12noon-1:30pm

Claymont Community Center

Dinette Rivera, Rivera Business Development Group

Light lunch provided

 

Blogging for Your Small Business

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 6:30-8:00pm

Bear Library, 101 Governor’s Place, Bear

Antionette Blake, DE Divah Deals

You and Health Insurance: Making a Smart Choice

Wed., Oct. 2 Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm

Bear Library

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

How Today’s Annuities Really Work

Mon., Oct. 7 Time: 6-8pm

Hockessin Public Library

Michael Connor, WSFS Investments

               

You and Health Insurance: Making a Smart Choice

Mon., Oct. 7 Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Sussex County Extention Office

Maria Pippidis, UD Cooperative Extension

 

Join Us…
October 19, 2013 * 10:00am
Chase Center on the Riverfront
815 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE
Featuring award-winning author Jackie Cummings Koski
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Saturday Sverve

Hello Friends and Happy First Fall Saturday!

I am ending the week with the reposting of the Sverve Influencer of the Week, so that I can once again thank you all for helping me achieve this honor.

Enjoy your weekend – Smooches!

Sverve Influencer of the Week – Antionette BlakeToday we have Antionette Blake with us from DeDivahDeals. She is a fifty-something frugal fashionista that loves to blog while keeping up with her full time career! This coupon clipping, clearance-rack searching shopper has lots of great ideas for frugality for her blog readers. Continue reading to see just what makes her a success!

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My Birthday Day in Review

Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

Last Friday I was blessed to have celebrated my 52nd birthday.  I want to thank each and everyone of you for your birthday wishes, greetings and blog shout-outs, it touched my heart and I truly appreciated it.
It wasn’t too long ago that I would start my birthday day with a scheduled appointment for a mani/pedi, a spa treatment, out for a nice lunch then ending it with a shopping spree at the Mall. This year I started my birthday day with a scheduled doctor appointments/medical tests, a bagel and latte at a local cafe, a sidewalk sale then a meeting with my son’s case manager.  It’s amazing how my priorities changed as I got older.
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…but this was my favorite one from #1 son…definitely a keeper!

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I went to Whereabouts Cafe for breakfast and ordered an Oregon Chai Latte with an Egg Bagel and a Lox Spread.
Rugged Wearhouse was having their annual Sidewalk Sale and everything on the outside tables was $1.00.  I couldn’t resist picking up a few pieces of costume jewelry, spending a whooping $7.00, how my priorities have changed!

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When son #2 arrived home from school he and I went in town to Verizon Wireless where he helped me choose a new Smartphone.  No, it wasn’t the Apple iPhone 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 a b c or d, instead I upgraded to the Samsung Galaxy S4 which I love – older eyes need bigger phones!

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Before heading home, I stopped in at Cochran Liquors where they were hosting a taste testing for Bacardi’s new Light Strawberry Daiquiris.  With the first sip my mind was immediately transported back to an island in the Caribbean, it was a wonderful mini mental vacation.  (BTW my son was driving).  I decided to purchase a bottle of Bacardi Light Pina Colada to toast my 52nd birthday.

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Later that evening hubby came home with a beautiful white floral arrangement containing Roses, Carnations, Lilys, Daisys and Baby Breaths.  This made for a perfect ending to perfectly blessed birthday day.

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J. Crew Inspired Rossette Necklace

Hello Friends and Happy Thankful Thursday

Today’s outfit of the day is featuring a J. Crew Inspired Rosette Necklace that I won in a sponsored contest given by fellow blogger Susan at Charming Lucy.  I got home late last evening after attending the Delaware Today Fashion Awards and a package was waiting for me on the kitchen table.  When I saw it I immediately fell in love and knew I wanted to wear it before Spring.

Avon watch and blue “stone” ring helps to tie it all together.

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Both the knit top and patterned skirt were previously purchased at Marshalls.

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RocketDog Peep Toe pumps from The Shoe Dept in the Exton Mall

I am thankful to have received yet another wonderful surprise this week and tomorrow’s post will be a wrap up of my birthday.  Linking up with some lovely ladies at A Lovely Blog Hop, come on over and share.

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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WIWW – ShapeFX Pencil Skirt

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday

Last month I ordered two pencil skirts which were on clearance for $5.00 each from the Ultimate Outlet catalog.   This was the first time I’ve ever worn anything with a built in Bodyshaper, and must admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the comfort and fit.

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This pencil skirt had a nice fit, it hugged where it needed and was loose where it counted which is always a consideration when choosing clothes to wear to work.

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ootd 9 19 13 018 I will definitely be online looking for more $5.00 clearance skirts from Spiegel’s Ultimate Outlet online catalog.  What do you think?

Hope you are having a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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This was an unsolicited review and no compensation was received – opinion is 100% my own


Thrifted Tuesday – OOTD

Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday

Today I had to break out the jacket as the temperatures this morning dipped a little too low for wearing short sleeves.  A few of you may recall the closet mishap that I had a few months ago, well it happened again – #ihavetoomanyclothes, now most of my clothes are laying across the bed in the guest room.  Thankfully, I have a separate rack for just skirts so I grabbed this unwrinkled Polka Dot skirt to wear with the lime green knit top.

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This  spandex jacket has a pleather weaved pattern giving it an edgy look which is why I chose to wear the studded bracelet.  The studs in the bracelet are silver and the ones in my shoes are gold but I don’t have a problem mixing metals.

How about you, do you mix your jewelry metals?

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Black leather backpack belonged to my sister and has been in my closet since 1992, I’ve never used it.

OOTD September 128 My favorite end-of-the-season studded pumps by Leuven Alexander were purchased from Rugged Wearhouse.

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Today’s almost Totally Thrifted Outfit is from Goodwill

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Hope you are having a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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Sverve Influencer of the Week

Hello Friends and Happy Monday – I trust you all had a wonderful weekend.  

Today after a beautiful Birthday weekend I received yet another great gift – being selected as

Sverve Influencer of the Week

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It is always an honor to be recognized in the blogosphere and I truly appreciate Sverve for providing a platform that allows female bloggers to connect and learn in this fast growing arena. I also want to thank each and every one of you for touching my life in such a positive way, it is truly a blessing in a way you’ll never know!

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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Hello Autumn

Hello Friends and Happy 1st Day of Autumn 2013!

I didn’t get all of my outside chores done yesterday but anticipate a few more warm Indian Summer Saturdays to get them completed.  Out and about running a few errands I stopped at Loguello’s Country Market and picked up a few mums but I need to go back next week for more.

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In Middletown, Logullos Country Market is a great place to shop for Autumn, Harvest and outdoor Halloween decorations.

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They carry a wide selection of seasonal trees and plants, Bales of Hay, Pumpkins and Cemetery Markers.

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If you are like me, you enjoy shopping locally verses going to the big box stores for your outdoor plants and decorations.  I love the vibrant colors of the Harvest and am looking forward to my favorite and the first official holiday of the season – Thanksgiving!!!

Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the transition from Summer to Fall.

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So Long Summer

Hello Friends and Happy Saturday

Can you believe that today is the last day of Summer 2013 ~ What are you doing to usher in Autumn?

My plans include working outdoors, clearing the pool deck and getting it ready to be closed, trimming the hedges and clearing out my little tomato garden.  I’m sad to see Summer end but am happy that we can turn off the air conditioner, open all the windows and enjoy the cooler days and nights of Autumn.

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I’ll miss the summer breeze but this classic by The Isley Brothers will always make me feel fine.

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Have a fantastical weekend – Smooches!

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