Momzelle Review and Giveaway

Cute, fashionable, trendy or sexy nursing tops are virtually impossible to find but Momzelle has you covered. Check out the top that I got:

It is the Long Sleeve V-Neck with Flower Print in digitalis color-- its a dark lavender type shade. All of their tops are made with the postpartum shape in mind so they are generous with the fabric on this top and its a bit longer than most tops you will find and the sleeves were actually long enough for me. I love the way this top fits, the v-neck isn't too revealing but just right, nice long body, snug but not tight fit and long sleeves-- its comfortable, functional and very flattering at the same time. The nursing part is like no other that I own or have seen, this is how it works:

It is so easy to nurse in this top and very discreet. I love that the flap just lifts and there are no crossovers to deal with or anything to fasten etc... The flap also provides extra coverage so you really can feel comfortable nursing anywhere without risk of exposing yourself. Their site is filled with great finds for moms and these are shirts you can wear even after your nusring days are over. I was reading some of the loyal Momzelle reader reviews and there are moms who only wear Momzelle tops and I can see why, I wish I would have known about Momzelle sooner! There are also tunics, dresses, nightgowns and a huge array of tops to check out. Momzelle has also offered up a code for you guys to use and get 5.00 off your order-- MOMFIT. There are some great sales today! So onto the part you have been waiting for-- the giveaway! Momzelle is generously offering up a 25.00 gift code for use on their site. Here is what you have to do-- visit the Momzelle site and tell me what you would put your gift card towards, follow my blog, like me on facebook and then email me to let me know you did all this. You have until Sunday December 4th. Best of luck to you!

Beltmaster to the rescue!

Are you in need of some great belts and want a great deal? Head over to Beltmaster-- there they stock over 1000 different belts in endless colors and sizes for you to choose from. They have great categories like men's, women's, kid's and even some other non-belt items like dog collars, key chains, accessories and wallets. The selection is literally huge so when we went to choose our belts it was hard but we went with this dressy belt:

Then once you actually settle on a belt they have tons of choices for color and textures-- we went with the classic smooth black leather. The belt has a brushed nickel finish and the leather is of super high quality. I was shocked actually when the belt came at what high quality the craftsman ship and materials are made of. This is easily a 40.00 or more retail priced belt, we were super satisfied. The fun did not stop there, we also chose a "casual" belt. Here is the one we chose for day to day jeans type wear:

For the casual belt it has a silver finish and we chose the cordovan color in smooth finish and let me tell you this is one sharp looking belt. The same great quality and one great looking belt. The pictures do not even do these belts justice, they are much better in person. This belt will be great for the business casual look or even paired with jeans and a button down. This belt is also very modestly price at only 22.00 when it would easily be double that in a store. Check out Beltmaster they really have something for everyone on their website and have the largest selection of belts I have ever seen. Not only are belts and other leather goods great gifts to yourself but also are great under the tree!

Kudzoom-- We Grow With You

Check out this great daily deal site-- Kudzoom-- I am realy excited about it because it has a lot of great perks and is pretty unique in its set up. First off, just sign up and you get an automatic 5.00 added to your account without any strings attached and no links to go through, free shipping on orders over 50.00, loyalty programs and more! What makes Kudzoom unique is that it is focused on all stages from babies, tots, kids, tweens and even moms-to-be. I checked out today's great deals at Kudzoom and found tons of stuff at great prices for Max. Look at this cute top:

Only 9.00! This may not be there when you go to look as the deals change daily but they had tons of cute clothes, accessories and even toys to choose from at great prices.

So go ahead, join and browse around-- let me know what you find. Oh and did I mention that Kudzoom is throwing in a 25 dollar credit giveaway? One very lucky reader will get 25.00 to spend on whatever they choose at Kudzoom's store. Here is how you can be that lucky someone-- email me and let me know that you signed up for your own Kudzoom membership then just let me know a little something you learned while on the website. (You must follow my blog to win) Thats it! Hurry as this giveaway ends Wednesday, November 9th. Good luck!

Hank Player USA Review & Giveaway!

I have posted a few times on here how I love finding cool clothes for Max that are not coated in puppy dogs and teddy bears. Its just precious seeing him in a trendy little pair of jeans and matching top. That is why I was so excited to have come across Hank Player USA. You see, Hank Player has the hippest tees and gifts for babies, infants, little boys and even some for the grown up boys. I was more than happy to review one of their vintage graphic tees for Max. They have quite the selection to choose from so lucky for me the folks over there were nice enough to do the choosing, it would have taken me a while. So here is my Max in his tee-- keep in mind I ordered big for next summer. He looks stinkin' adorable in this:

I tried 8 buzillion times to flip this picture so sorry if you have to turn your computer a bit. I am having all around technical problems! But back the shirt-- it is oh so soft and has that vintage look with a washed out brown color on a high quality tee with great priting. He has the "Rock Paper Scissors" one on. So you want to get you paws on your own Hank Player shirts? Well you can hop onto their website and order them up- they have a free shipping deal posted on the first page or you can try your luck at my giveaway. HP is generously offering up the winner 2 tees in their choice of size. All you have to do is sign up for their newsletter (one entry) found on the bottom of their homepage, you can also get additional entries by liking them on facebook and following them on twitter. Simply send me an email and let me know how many entries you are eligible for and you will be in the drawing set to end this Sunday the 30th. GOOD LUCK!

Jedidiah-- Clothing for the Greater Good

I LOVE Jedidiah's hot clothing line for both men and women featuring "Surfwear & Streetwear Supporting Humanitarian Causes". The cool folks (read the profiles here) design their own apparel brand to help those in need with care, support and financial resources. Jedidiah chooses a different non-profit group to work with each season to raise funds and awareness for that specific cause. The clothing is artistically designed to tie to that cause and raise awareness for the organization. The beauty of the clothing is unmatched-- each piece is unique and you will find it hard to choose an item from their array of funky t-shirts, stylish jackets and modern accessories. They even have a holiday collection that would make perfect presents. We chose the "Grain Slate T-shirt" and I was overly impressed with what we got, the picture just does not do this tee justice.

The shirt has a "marbled" effect to the print with a multitude of different grey shades throughout. I have never seen a print like this one before. The cool design is inspired by their partnership with Stand Up For Kids who's mission is to "improve the lives of homeless teenagers and at risk youth". So if you are looking for some trendy wardrobe additions and you want to make a difference check out Jedidiah for your next purchase.



Simply Colors Birthday Tee

As my little Max's first birthday approaches (sigh) we are trying to put together the details of his upcoming birthday bash. From picking the date, theme, cake and even what he is wearing-- its all a big deal for his special day. I really want him to have a personalized birthday shirt and also one that we can hold onto as a keepsake from his first birthday. So we found a really cool t-shirt company that makes custom kids shirts in just about any fashion you can dream up.

Its called Simply Colors and here is how it works:

• First choose from their-- t-shirt, onesie, polo shirt, rugby shirt, hoodie, dress, tank tops, underwear, pants, sweat pants, pants, baby hats and sleep sacks
• Then choose your color/size
• The fun begins! Do you want just text? Just an illustration? Or a little of both?
• Once you have that down you can personalize to your hearts desire choosing from great clip art and your wording with a huge variety of fonts and colors to print on to your shirt. They even have rhinestones and silveir lettering-- very cool possiblities!

I got Max a blue tee with the birthday cake illustration and his full name underneath. It turned out so stinkin' cute! And the tee was of extremely high quality, nice and thick with a great baby blue color and very professional printing-- it looks perfect. The pricing varies on what you choose but is very reasonable.

Off The Mat

This cute halter, the OTM halter, I got from Yoga Hyde reads "Off the Mat, Into the World".

Off the Mat, Into the World is an organization that Yoga Hyde has partnered with to design this halter. Their mission is to "inspire conscious activism and ignite grassroots social change. founded by seane corn, this organization encourages yogi’s and yoginis alike to take their practice ‘off the mat’ and into the global community". Your purchase of this tank from Yoga Hyde benefits this great organization by donating 10% of the proceeds-- so its a purchase you can feel good about. But onto the tank-- I LOVE the fit and feel of this tank. My tank is the plum color but they also have it in black, navy, cream, eggplant, loden and amethyst (which the model above is wearing). The fit is incredible from the nice wide halter straps for great support to the side slits and the longer length which I appreciate being tall. The material is oh so soft made of 92% organic cotton and a touch (8%) of spandex to keep its shape and hug you just right. The top is so cute its not just for your workouts, it could be paired with any one of their drawstring pants or even a pair of jeans. Yoga Hyde has more than just a few tops and pants, they have an extensive selection of outerwear, shirts, pants and mats-- they even have a pair of mens drawstring pants (there is a guy around here who would really love to get his hands on a pair of these). Browsing their site I notice that all of their clothing is functional, beautiful and still affordable.

You buy a tee, we plant a tree

Is the motto over at Ban T-shirts. Their tee's come in a wide variety of slogans from environmental, political, ocean, religion and more. Not only is there a huge array of tee's to pick from they also come in various sizes so you can get the perfect fit-- they have men's, women's, childrens and even some long sleeve t-shirts which tend to be hard to come by and are my winter favorites! So what did I choose?

"Environmental planet Earth T-shirt. There is no planet B, there is no backup plan and there's no backup planet. This is it, Earth is our home, so let's look after it. Wear this tee and help spread the message about global warming."

I love the message this t-shirt sends and hope that it gets people thinking-- there really is no planet b. So not only do I love what this shirt says I love that the shirt was a very high quality, organic cotton black shirt with high quality printing on the shirt. It arrived super quick AND remember for every t-shirt Ban T-shirt sells they plant a tree!

PJ's that glow in the dark!

I just love when I get the chance to review something for my little guy! This review came just in time as its already starting to get super cold here in the midwest and long sleeve pajamas are a must. The Pajama Company has a HUGE selection of great pajamas for everyone from your little guys to us grown-ups. They have tons of categories easily laid out on their website for easy shopping like matching family sets, footed pajamas for both kids and adults-- even dog pj's! I chose to get the kiddo a cool set called "Glow in the Dark PJ Rex" by Hatley Nature Kids, just one of the many great brands featured on The Pajama Company website. Max will just love these jammies because not only do they feature a cool dino applique top but also an all-over dino print on the bottoms-- the best part is that they GLOW IN THE DARK!

Yep-- its true, these pj's are so cool they will be a favorite in this house. I loved that they set is made of high quality 100% combed cotton featuring a snug, safe fit and cuffed ankles/sleeves it is also so original with its glow in the dark dinosaur theme. Make sure to check out The Pajama Company for your family and also pajamas are always great presents! Like them on facebook while you are at it!

Live. Learn. Grow.

That's the motto of Gaiam. If you are familiar with Gaiam you probably know that they carry great Yoga products from mats to dvd's ( I am currently hooked on this AM/PM dvd) but Gaiam is so much more too! "Gaiam is a lifestyle media company that focuses on conscious solutions for personal transformation. We offer the resources you need to achieve self-growth, live a healthy lifestyle or to positively transform your life. Our personal growth media empowers you to create your own personal development path toward the life transformation you seek."

In the Gaiam store I was shocked to discover the wide array of products they carry that all fall in line with living a healthy and positive life. My favorite section was the casual clothing all made from earth friendly fabrics with versatile styles ranging from super casual zip ups to high fashion sweaters. I chose to get the "Light Weight Crewneck Sweater":

 And the "Long Sleeve Center Pleat Top"

Both items are from their Holiday Collection but for me will be wardrobe staples. The sweater is much more gorgeous than the picture can even highlight-- it is beautifully woven and has a very complimentary cut that will look amazing with a nice pair of black pants or with a pair of jeans and boots. The pleat top is also so versatile and will also look great with a nice pair of pants or jeans. I was amazed at how soft both of these tops are and how comfortable they are. I love the Gaiam line for mom's on the run who want to look fabulous but be comfortable at the same time-- all the while being eco-smart in sustainable fabrics! Hop on their store website to find everything from yoga wear, casual clothing, health & beauty items as well as home decor. Its a one stop shop for your earth friendly shopping needs. *They have a free shipping offer going on right now*

Not just for the ladies!

I know I just raved about my own Booty Shorts from Wink but they have impressed me again for carrying a line of men's wear as well. I don't know if you have noticed but there are not these type of items out there for men and I have always wondered why. I know there are tons of men out there who would also love the slimming effects of the shapewear that is out there for women so kudos to Wink for thinking of the guys! This particular shirt has many benefits besides just being a slimming compression top. Here is a great picture of it so you can see just how this would compliment any man's body type:

This shirt could be worn under other shirts or by itself for a great look. Here are the many features of this great (and comfortably soft) top:
Slims you down
Engineered to provide the perfect balance of power and stretch in all directions with unprecedented slimming power and wearing comfort.
Improves power and performance
Constant, even compression (external pressure)
promotes blood flow and helps boost your energy levels, by up to 22% in males, and 30% in females.
Enhances skin tone
Medical grade compression rate improves lymphatic
drainage, which combined with our fabric's micro-massage effects smoothes the skin and reduces the appearance of cellulite.
Keeps you cool and dry
A three dimensional knit pulls
moisture away from the body and allows air to circulate close to the skin.
Kills bacteria
Permanently inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold
and mildew, leaving you with a fresh, clean feeling all day, every day.

I LOVE the fact that this shirt kills bacteria and keeps you feeling fresh all day especially if this shirt is used for outdoor activities or sports. So guys you have options too! They have other styles on their website in the mens section here. I will be adding Wink to my "favorite things" list-- you can show them your love too by liking them on facebook.

Want to be back to your fabulous self in NO time?

Check out Wink shapewear:
Wink™ patented fabrics are anti-microbial, mold to every curve and our post-pregnancy belly band system hugs your waist, hips and abdomen to slim and tone all over. Our pregnancy support garments keep you feeling beautiful at every stage in your pregnancy and beyond.In the blink-of-an-eye, your hip, thigh and tummy muscles feel supported not  strained. Clothes fit better and flow over your body as our belly bands shrink and tighten your body. Suddenly, you stand confident and comfortable where you used to feel tired and achy. The best part? It's so seamless, smooth, and sensual – no one will ever know you are wearing it!

After reading this it seems like not only will post-pregnant women find their shapewear an incredible addition to their wardrobe but women everywhere who need that extra slimming to fit into those jeans or look smooth in that dress. I ordered the "Booty Shaper Shorts" and immediately loved the way these slid on and hit in just the right areas for the best effect. The waist is high so you don't have any rolling over the top and the shorts are a great length to wear under your jeans or even a dress. I did not know how big of a difference these would make but I do have an old pair of jeans that I was pretty close to being able to fit into but they did not look good but while wearing my booty shorts they slipped right on and looked great! I am very impressed with these shorts, I have tried other shapewear (won't name names) that did not work very well so I gave up on them-- these I will be wearing very often.

Every mom can be a Glamourmom

As a nursing mom I know I do not always feel or look so glamorous but Glamourmom is helping all nursing mama's in this department by offering fashionable nursing tops and bras. It really isn't easy to find cute but still easy to breastfeed tops so I just love this tank that I could wear as is or throw a zip-up or cardigan over for an easy and very functional look. This tank is new from Glamourmom and features extra long design (which I love) and a tummy control panel.

In addition it also has their built in nursing bra that you can do with just one hand and is designed for full privacy even in public. The sketch shows how it works:

I love the material too since it is a mix of cotton and elastane it holds its shape. I have already worn this top a few times and am browsing the Glamourmom site to see what else needs to be added to my wardrobe as I plan on nursing for another year or so at least! Hop on their site and see what you find, I also spotted they that are running a promotion to win 100.00 of their products! Go there now!



My lucky day!

I have had such a great day today! Played outside with Max, enjoyed a great walk and ate great food. Life doesn't get much better until a package arrived on my doorstep today and it was my new Roma Boots! What are Roma Boots? They are a light weight, all weather but high style boot. When I say all weather you probably picture some big, clunky rubber things but not these Roma Boots. Check them out:

Mine are the "Matte Brown". They are actually even cuter than the picture portrays. I will be wearing these more often than I had originally planned because not only will these look good with a pair of jeans but with leggings and a sweater for sure. Its great to have a modern, trendy type of boot to wear because the winters in Wisconsin are seriously messy but that doesn't mean I have to look messy right?!
Outsole: Traditional natural rubber sole
Made from 100% Natural Rubber
Lining: Quick dry knitted cotton lining
Footbed: Multi-layer cushioned insole
Height: 38 cm, 1" heel, Rounded Toe
(Size down for half size)

My Roma's arrived in two days, gotta love the fast service. Oh and their customer service also rocks-- I give companies props for this alone, its hard to come by. So in addition to just having great, fashionable boots Roma also has Roma Boots Foundation which helps provide needy children with proper footwear. Their mission is really inspiring and worth a read. Now you can buy that pair of boots and know that you just provided a pair to a child in need, for every pair sold another is given-- how great is that?

Organic Cotton, Bamboo, and Hemp

Fashionable style with all organic materials, from the cotton used to make the shirt to the ink used to give the shirt some very unique designs. Zavella is an upbeat fashion, and earth friendly company with some flare. Every single piece of apparel produced by Zavella is made from top quality organic cotton, bamboo, and hemp. Using these eco-friendly materials is what makes their apparel so comfortably soft and able to last a lifetime. Check out this long sleeve, even the ink used to stamp the design is a water based ink. I have worn this shirt to the gym for a light workout and also out with my friends on a Friday night. The shirts can be worn pretty much anywhere at any time; they are also a good conversation piece. I have been asked on numerous occasions on where others can purchase the shirt and what the designs on the shirts are as well. Zavella has a variety of different sizes and colors to choose from; check out their website for a look into what I like to call the NEW and UNQUE anytime apparel.

Inspire Yourself

If you’re an athlete, exerciser, jogger, or you just like to get out and walk from time to time; you may need a little inspiration every once in awhile. Lift Your Sole is here to help push you in the right direction for your healthy living goals. Lift Your Sole has a variety of different encouraging phrases and words that are engraved into their products. They have everything including: charm bracelets, rings, handbags, necklaces, and apparel. Check out this burnout crew style shirt with bright vibrant colors and lettering. This shirt is great for pushing people to get off the couch and run that extra minute, block, or mile more to push harder than you did the day before. The phrase on the shirt says: I do not run to add days to my life. I run to add life to my days. Who wouldn’t want to run more after reading that??? Thanks LIFT YOUR SOLE!!

Lift—Another Café Press

I mentioned that I love the Café Press website in the past so here is another tank top from their site. Okay, EVERYTHING is customizable and you can pick an image and put it on whatever. After choosing my image, I also was able to choose my actual tank—strappy, scoop neck etc… or put it on a t-shirt, water bottle, gym bag—you name it! Check there daily too, they run great specials!