Showing posts with label shoes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shoes. Show all posts

Saturday, January 21, 2012

Winner's Announcement - Pair of Marc Joseph Shoes of YOUR choice giveaway winners!



A special thanks to the sponsor Marc Joseph NY for sponsoring such an awesome giveaway! 2 winners had the chance to select the pair of their choice in either mens or womens, how sweet is that?

I wanted to also thank you all (as well as our sponsor) for your patience. This giveaway was supposed to close the same night I landed in the hospital which is what caused the delay in getting entries sorted out and processed.

We have two very lucky winners:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Stef
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - JanetFaye

We will return on Monday with the next 'New Year, New You' giveaway promotion!

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Sunday, December 25, 2011

Please Note: Christmas is Cancelled and Apparently it's all YOUR fault!




OK, so I couldn't resist being a bit cheeky! But seriously, have you been naughty or nice this year? Ascending Butterfly is taking a pause for the holiday cause, I'm wishing all my butterflies a very happy, healthy, SAFE and prosperous Holiday Weekend!

Merry Christmas Butterflies!

Don't forget about our active giveaway: Pair of Marc Joseph New York Shoes of YOUR Choice Giveaway - Mens or Womens - 2 Winners! Ends 12/27

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

{CLOSED} Pair of Marc Joseph New York Shoes of YOUR Choice Giveaway - Mens or Womens - 2 Winners! Ends 12/30

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Marc Joseph New York! We look forward to working with you again.
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Ascending Butterfly's 2011 Holidays Buying Guide, Giveaway #12 brought to you by:


Start Your New Year on a COMFORTABLE Foot

Remember when I told you I was on the hunt for grey boots to match my favorite Kooba bag? We all know how the Universe works, you tell it exactly what you want and well sometimes you get TWO. I found two grey boots I fell in love with this season, and when I find something super fab I totally have to share!

This time around it's both a flat and a bootie from a company that gives back 10% of its profits to local charities (including an after school program + a charity that helps people pay their electricity and gas bills), they also donate to national charities like the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

For me, knowing my purchases are making a wider difference is very important to me. And for me this is doubly so with Marc Joseph NY, as Ascending Butterfly is NY based as well so I know my purchases are helping my local community and that is truly a fantastic feeling!

About Marc Joseph NY


Founded in 2006, and headquartered in the heart of Manhattan, Marc Joseph NY has become one of the hottest Brand names for Luxury Footwear in the U.S as well as internationally. Father and Son Duo (if you are sensing a trend this holiday season with us featuring family owned brands you are right!), Marc, and his son and the company's Creative Director, Joseph,  work hard to design shoes that are unique, but also practical. Together they ensure that the comfort and fit is nothing less than perfect. The shoe collections are named after famous intersections and popular destinations in Manhattan & New York City.

While some of you may already recognize the name for their wildly popular driving shoes, the line is so much more!


About Union Street Suede

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Genuine leather
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Goatskin lining
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Gel heel insert for optimized comfort
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Padded footbed
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Handstitched
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Runs half size full
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Designed in NYC. Crafted in Brazil

Here is a pic of me wearing the Marc Joseph NY Union Street Suede Shoe in the 'Amber' Color:

Ascending Butterfly wearing Marc Joseph NY Union Street Suede Shoe in 'Amber' color!

I'm sure that grin has alot to do with my comfortable feet! :)
About the Gramercy Bootie

Marc Joseph NY Gramercy Bootie


Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grey Leather Bootie with Suede Pleate Detail
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 3 Inch Heel Height
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Genuine leather
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Padded Footbed
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Handstitched
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Runs true to size
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Designed in NYC. Crafted in Brazil

I have worn these to several events, but no one took a 'long shot', so I definitely owe you guys a picture wearing these!

Mens: Park Avenue

Marc Joseph NY Mens Park Avenue Shoe


Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Genuine Leather
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Goatskin Lining
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Handstitched
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Removable cushioned footbed
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Superior Arch Support
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Hugs foot without gapping
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Runs true to size
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Designed in NYC. Crafted in Brazil

Didn't think I'd forget my guys did you?

 My Take:

From the sleek, very New York, black packaging with gold logo and signature tissue paper inside, you know you and your feet are in for a treat the moment the box arrives. You don't have to pour over tons of user reviews to figure out what size you'll need because the site tells you which styles run larger and which are true to size. I went up a half size for the Union Street Suede Flats and the Gramercy Booties run true to size, I did not need to size up for those. So I asked the Universe to deliver a great grey boot and I found two! I wonder if that works the same way for the powerball?

I can't think of anyone on your shopping list that wouldn't be totally delighted to find a pair of Marc Joseph New York Shoes under the tree! And I'm happy we get to include the guys in the fun this time around with the great selection of men's shoes!

You didn't think I'd forget about you right? Who loves you butterfly?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Marc Joseph NY would like to give 2 lucky winners the shoe of their choice, MENS OR WOMEN based on in stock size availability!

Don't you just ♥ Marc Joseph NY?  I know I do!

Love what you see and can't wait to find out if you won? Can't say I blame you! How about a Discount?

Get a 15% off discount on your next order with the code: Asc11Holidaypromo

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY ENTRY: Visit Marc Joseph New York and select any other item aside from the Gramercy for women, the Union Street Suede for women and the Park Avenue for men and provide the URL LINK to it!  (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes. No purchase necessary. One entry per Household, see Ascending Butterfly Giveaway Rules and Disclosure Policy HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Tuesday, December 20, 2011 until Tuesday, December 30, 2011 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

EXTRA CREDIT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In honor of shoes, tell us about your all time favorite pair of shoes or boots!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join the Ascending Butterfly Blog Frog Community HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our NEW Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you have our old one, please swap it out, our URL address has changed!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias on Twitter (this is ascendingbutterfly’s editor) and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Ascending1 on Twitter

Tweet This:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ @Ascending1 + Marc Joseph NY #Shoes Mens or womens style #Giveaway! 2 Winners! Ends 12/30 #footwear - http://tinyurl.com/85yb4kn

(Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (click on the time your tweet was sent to get the direct URL and then copy and paste it here). You can Tweet TWICE per DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified.) Please remember we do not process twitter entries from PRIVATE accounts. If your account is private we will not process your twitter entries. NO exceptions so please do not email us regarding this policy.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Digg about this giveaway and leave your digg username in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fave this blog on Technorati and leave your Technorati user name in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Ascending Butterfly on Facebook HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Marc Joseph New York  on Facebook HERE (Tell them what your favorite pair is that you are trying to win from Ascending Butterfly) - Be sure you leave the link to your comment here for extra credit. (You can get the link the same way you do on twitter, press on the time you left the comment on their facebook wall, and when the page fully loads, highlight and copy the URL address and then paste it into the comment field here). If you say "I wrote on their wall" and do not leave the link that Extra Credit Entry will NOT be processed.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow Ascending Butterfly on Networked Blogs HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join Ascending Butterfly's NEW Community/Real Time Chat, Group HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vote for Ascending Butterfly on: Fuel My Blog -This is ONE time per giveaway, NOT daily.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you entered another active giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you commented on a non-giveaway entry? Let me know which one here and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Press the button below and join, you get an extra entry for this giveaway and a shot at more great prizes, lets win together! (one time extra credit, will be verified before entry can be accepted)


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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway:  This is NOT a sponsored promotion. NO compensation has been received  from the sponsor in exchange for this post. The sponsors are fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the products. All opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor. An Affiliate Link is used for EZ Win game.

Saturday, December 17, 2011

Stuff her stocking with Jeans she'll LOVE - Beija Flor Jeans! Eco Chic Denim!



For most of us ladies, regardless of our size, we tend to dread shopping for Jeans and swimsuits. Yes we love denim, it's normally a closet staple and a casual 'go-to' must have, but finding just the right pair can sometimes be much like picking out that proverbial 'Needle in a Haystack'. It's no different for me.

Added to the mix my Latina curves, I love them, but not all jeans work with my 'curvy' and very much 'hourglass' figure. I have always had a super small waist regardless of my weight or size at any given moment which usually means countless hours of trying on jeans or having them tailored, sometimes both to have the waist taken in, and have the length hemmed/shortened. Which means tacking on tailoring fees to the price of most my jeans and taking away the fun of the instant gratification most of us get from our 'retail therapy'. (I don't usually get to wear my purchase until the items come back from the Tailor).

For me it's been a very weird jeans year, I've lost some weight, which is great of course, but it has made the waist gap issue I experience with most denim even more pronounced.

If you are like me you do your homework and research when it comes to making a purchase. Although let's face it, in this economy, every purchase is an investment! When I read positive reviews including "These Jeans Changed my Life!" from People Magazine Style Watch, "Designer Jeans that fit Everyone" from an AOL Stylist, "Wow" from Essence Magazine, "Super Flattering" from Redbook and "Your Answer to Jeans that Fit" from WE TV, I knew I was on to something!

The Story of A Brand, The Story of a Family and The Story of What Will Become Your Favorite Jeans!

I know that 'hourglass curves', 'ample bottoms' and 'healthy hips' are not solely a Latina phenomenon, and that finding jeans suited to 'real women' bodies is not always easy! That's where Beija Flor (pronounced "beige-a floor"), comes in! These jeans are not only designed by women for women, (by Mother/Daughter talent phenomenons Kathy Moça & Emilie Whitaker), but also designed based on the style and cut of Brazilian jeans which work with a woman’s natural curves rather than against them! GENIUS!

While living in Brazil, they noticed that the style and cut of Brazilian jeans worked with a woman’s natural curves and when they returned to the States, they decided to share this insight through the design of their own line of jeans made with premium Brazilian denim that are now available in more than 300 boutiques nationwide, as well as online at ilovethesejeans.com. The name Beija Flor comes from the indigenous selection of hummingbirds that grace the countryside of Brazil.

Maybe it's because I'm super close with my mom, but I absolutely love that the minds behind the brand are a mother/daughter duo! How cool is that?

THE JEANS

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - No-Gap Countour Waist (I'm inserting a choir of denim angels here!)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Curve Friendly (Can I get an Amen?)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Higher Back, Mid-Rise Front (This is why it doesn't gap, yet you don't have to constantly tug them up!)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Flattering Pocket Placement
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  M
emory Stretch Denim (Which means they fit like a dream)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Eco-friendly production (These jeans are Eco-Chic Ladies!)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Certified Water Recycler
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fair Trade Fashion
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Women-Owned, Women-Designed

Originally I asked for the Beth Jean:

This is NOT me, this is a model shot!

But I received the Jennifer Jean instead because at the time they were out of the Beth Bootcut in my size:

Again, this is NOT me, this is a model shot!

I will tell you honestly I was a bit nervous about this style, because when I looked at them all online, I wasn't totally convinced about the front pocket styling on this cut, that's why I didn't select it in the first place, but all things really do happen for a reason, a good reason! These have become my FAVORITE pair of Jeans this year so far! And I didn't think I'd find ones I love as much as my Denizen Jeans (you can see my Denizen review HERE!) As hard as denim is to shop for you can't help but gush when you find a great pair!

Here are some shots of me in my new Jennifer Jeans by Beija Flor:

Ascending Butterfly wearing Beija Flor Jennifer Jeans and Ugglebo boots - What's that in the bag?

and let's zoom in on the back:

Ascending Butterfly wearing Jennifer Jeans by Beija Flor and 'Ebony' style boots from Sole Society

SMOKIN HOT RIGHT?

My Take:

I love these jeans! I did have to have them tailored but only because they were a little too long so I had them hemmed, but thankfully nothing needed to be done to the waist, and all my initial reservations about the styling of the front pocket went out the window once I actually tried them on. I am super happy to report that these jeans are actually so generously cut that they are one size DOWN from my normal jean size with other brands! They wash well and I have not seen signs of fading or pills, and the no gap waist and memory stretch denim make them super flattering. Beija Flor jeans are the 'butt lifting' jean - they may just be your denim 'Fountain of Youth'.

Lovely butterflies I was not able to arrange for a giveaway this time around, but if you'd like to see a giveaway of the best jeans ever, please Facebook or Tweet @beijaflorgirl and let them know you saw them featured on Ascending Butterfly and would love for them to come back and host a giveaway! When you do, come back here and post on this thread letting me know! While I couldn't nab a giveaway, I can tell you if you stuff these into someone's Christmas Stocking they will love you forever! They are definitely a holiday buying guide pick!

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FTC Disclosure Info: This is not a sponsored/compensated post. No monetary compensation has been received. A pair of Beija Flor Jennifer Jeans were provided to our editor for editorial consideration. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

Monday, November 7, 2011

{CLOSED} Win a Pair of Shoes or Boots from Naturalizer Holiday Giveaway! Ends 11/13

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Naturalizer Shoes! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is Angela H. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly's 2011 Holidays Buying Guide, Giveaway #2 brought to you by:


By now lovely butterflies, you know more about my feet than you probably even wanted to know, yet there is still more to share! (inserting an LOL here)

I had the chance to visit with Naturalizer and their designer Angelique and learn all about the new fall styles that Naturalizer had to offer, and I was thoroughly impressed at how much more fashion forward Naturalizer Shoes have become WITHOUT sacrificing the comfort, and variety of wide width AND wide shaft boots that most of us have come to know and love. With color-blocking options and higher heels, they set out to prove you can really have your cake and eat it too when it comes to functional footwear that does not sacrifice one bit on style!

Want to feel like you were actually there? Check out this video of Naturalizer Shoe Designer extraordinaire, Angelique showing some of the new styles:



Here is a picture of me with Naturalizer Shoe Designer Angelique:

Ascending Butterfly (right) with Naturalizer Shoe Designer Angelique, I'm wearing 'Dinka' Boot in Black Leather

After trying on several pairs, (and not wanting to leave any of them behind) I ultimately selected the 'Dinka' Black Leather Boots. (They also have these in grey suede, and I'm thinking of picking those up too!)

About Dinka Boot

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Leather or suede upper in a dress knee-high style with a round toe
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lace-up detail with metal eyelets at the back
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Full length side zipper
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Smooth lining, cushioning insole features N5 Comfort Elements
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Non-slip outsole, 2 1/2 inch heel

These boots with the feminine back lace up detail are the absolute perfect height to make them both fashionable yet extremely comfortable for all day wear! I took them in both the wide width and wide shaft option as I have wide calves and these fit PERFECTLY! They are true to size (no need to size up) and do really go over wide calves!


 My Take:

I'm a long time Naturalizer lover and used to work very close to the location that this event was held, so I would visit that particular store often. These boots match perfectly with my new black leather jacket from Wilsons Leather! These boots pair just as well with skinny jeans as they do with skirts and dresses. They are not so high you feel like you are teetering, and they are not so low that they are overly casual.

I have always loved that Naturalizer offered wide width shoes in a wide variety (as many wide width shoe lovers know, you always find out the hard way that not all styles are available in wide widths) and the fact that they offer wide shaft boots, makes Naturalizer the first name that comes to mind when I'm in the market for something new! The Naturalizer Ilaz style also caught my eye! (It gets honorable mention, I'm thinking of going back for that one!)

You didn't think I'd forget about you right? Who loves you butterfly?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Naturalizer would like to give 1 lucky winner a pair of Naturalizer Shoes or Boots of your choosing on naturalizer.com! (Note: May not be combined with any other offer at checkout, not valid on the purchase of gift cards, not valid toward the purchase of Naya, Ryka, MBT, or NaturalSport Footwear). Gift Code expires 12/10/11

Don't you just ♥ Naturalizer? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY ENTRY: Visit Naturalizer and link us to anything other than the Dinka or Tyla boot that catches your eye!  (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes. No purchase necessary. One entry per Household, see Ascending Butterfly Giveaway Rules and Disclosure Policy HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Monday, November 07, 2011 until Sunday, November 13, 2011 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

EXTRA CREDIT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In honor of all things shoes, tell me which shoe (current or former) is your all time favorite shoe and why?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our NEW Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you have our old one, please swap it out, our URL address has changed!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias on Twitter (this is ascendingbutterfly’s editor) and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Ascending1 on Twitter (this is Ascending Butterfly's new account, we will soon be hosting twitter parties which necessitates having a second account so you can make updates throughout the entire party!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @NaturalizerShoe on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -#Win a #free pair of #shoes or #boots from @NaturalizerShoe & @Ascending1 #Giveaway Ends 11/13 #myblogspark

(Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (click on the time your tweet was sent to get the direct URL and then copy and paste it here). You can Tweet TWICE per DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified.)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Digg about this giveaway and leave your digg username in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fave this blog on Technorati and leave your Technorati user name in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Ascending Butterfly on Facebook HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Naturalizer on Facebook HERE (Tell them which item you are trying to win on Ascending Butterfly) - Be sure you leave the link to your comment here for extra credit. (You can get the link the same way you do on twitter, press on the time you left the comment, and when the page fully loads, highlight and copy the URL address and then paste it into the comment field here).

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Subscribe to Naturalizer's You Tube Channel

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow Ascending Butterfly on Networked Blogs HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join Ascending Butterfly's NEW Community/Real Time Chat, Group HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vote for Ascending Butterfly on: Fuel My Blog -This is ONE time per giveaway, NOT daily.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you entered another active giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you commented on a non-giveaway entry? Let me know which one here and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Press the button below and join, you get an extra entry for this giveaway and a shot at more great prizes, lets win together! (one time extra credit, will be verified before entry can be accepted)


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FTC Disclosure Info for this GiveawayThe Dinka Boots were provided for review free of charge. No monetary compensation has been received. The sponsors are fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the products. All opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor.

Friday, September 30, 2011

Fantastic Give Back Shopping Opportunity With Naturalizer! 4 Discount Codes Available!


I love companies with a conscience, I love using my spending power to support companies that give back. During the Friends of Naturalizer event, Naturalizer will donate $1 for every shoe or handbag sold to Dress for Success®. You can help decide how they should use the donation. You can vote daily from Thursday, September 29th through Sunday, October 2nd for one of these three programs:

(1) Suiting Program:

Dress for Success’ suiting program helps solve the catch-22 that confronts disadvantaged women trying to enter the workforce: without a job, how can you afford a suit? But without a suit, how can you get a job? The suiting program is a vital first-step in a woman's journey towards self-sufficiency. When a Dress for Success client has a job interview, she receives a complete outfit that will help her feel confident in her interview. After she finds work, she can return to Dress for Success for an employment suiting, where with the help and support of a highly-trained volunteer Personal Shopper, she will receive enough apparel to mix and match for up to a week’s worth of outfits.

(2) Professional Women's Group:

Dress for Success’ Professional Women's Group (PWG) provides the network of employed Dress for Success women with a community of support, practical information and inspiration to achieve self-defined success in career and life. The group provides participants with networking opportunities and professional skills growth to promote the development of their careers. Members experience a comfortable atmosphere in which they can share, grow and network with other women who have recently made the same transition into the workforce. With more than 15,000 PWG members at 71 Dress for Success affiliates around the world, members have an infrastructure and support system wherever they live.

(3) Success Summit:

The Success Summit is an annual three-day conference for Professional Women’s Group (PWG) members and delegates to develop leadership capabilities through networking, learning new career skills and exploring topics surrounding employment trends, employment retention and advancement in the workplace. The Success Summit also provides the PWG members with the tools needed to successfully lead a Community Action Project to help make a difference in their communities. For participants, the Success Summit is a valuable resource for advancing one’s position in the workplace and in life.

I also have four 30% off discount codes that can be used online (or in store, but there wouldn't be enough time to mail them to you, so you'd have to shop online to take advantage of this offer), the first 4 butterflies to email me get it! (My email is formatted for security purposes, remove spaces and substitute the word for the dot symbol, as well as the word AT for the @ symbol - tracy (AT) ascendingbutterfly (DOT) com) - Please note these promotion codes are not valid with any other coupon code or offer, and cannot be used toward the purchase of a gift card. The codes are valid from September 29th to October 2nd 2011 only.

Keep up with Naturalizer on Facebook and Twitter and you can also follow Dress for Success on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Our friends at Naturalizer will be back for a giveaway soon. But in the meantime I hope you will shop during the Friends of Naturalizer event to help support Dress for Success!

Have a Wonderful Weekend Butterflies!
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FTC Disclosure Info: This is a non-sponsored, non-compensated post.