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Shoebuy.com – a great local find

Sometimes when I am out shopping, and find something I think my daughters will like, I send them pics (so much easier than guessing), but I sometimes end up buying and returning anyway. What’s even easier? Free shipping and returns and local Boston based shoebuy.com. I learned about this lovely local company at a blogger event held at Smudge Nail Bar (another great local find) and love the easy to shop site. We learned about shoebuy.com’s commitment to customer service and the huge number products they carry – even a great selection of the usually hard to find wide calf boots!

pretty pedi thanks to smudge nail salon and shoebuy.com

learning about great local company shoebuy.com

After a morning of treats and a pedi, I was ready to shop! Okay, in true over-prepared mode, I had already been on the site and was happy to see so many favorite brands. I was especially excited to find the Boston Boot Company (another local find), and although they only have men’s styles now, I am hoping for some women’s looks soon… or I’ll just size down in the men’s. I will, too, for the gorgeous workmanship and materials.

What I didn’t realize is how many other items on shoebuy – from outerwear to accessories. Sweet. (we’re talking Patagonia, North Face, Marmot, Merrill, Prana, Pendelton and more). There’s a promotion going on now 15% off (RAKE15) – and there are always free shipping and returns. What a nice way to shop.

Disclosure:

I received a navy bag, a sweet scarf, and flip flops in my goodie bag from the event.

All opinions, as always, are my own.

October 11, 2014 by Nancy | 5 Comments

It is true that I ~~nagged wildly hinted~~ flat out asked for an iPad and I did get one for my birthday. Then I had the rare treat of outfitting my new toy in a cool case – but this was just when the iPad 2 came out and cases were either ugly or overpriced. I stumbled on one in Urban Outfitters that I loved and the price was right – $30.So I snapped one up in orange. Now it is only $14.99 – you win! I like the other cases here as well, especially the tromp l’oeil one here. If you are into Vera Bradley there are some great cases for iPads and laptops – I found a great selection at Just Next Door in Newton.

How about some new SmartWool socks and a great pair of waterproof mittens and some winter walking shoes (we can get matching ones at REI) – because I am fancy like that.

What else? I always like books, real ones or ebooks for my e-reader or iPad.

Wish List? I loved State of Wonder, by Ann Patchett and want to read

The Sense of An Ending, by Julian Barnes and Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks

I could really use and iPhone 4S because I need someone to organize my life and I think Siri might be my new BFFL (Best Friend For Life).

While I will never say no to anything from Tiffany’s (let’s be reasonable) or Folklorica, my real new anything jewelry is from Kiki D. Design which was recently featured in the new Newton Living Magazine. Designer Beth Kurson takes beautiful vintage findings and makes them modern and lovely. Check out her store for more great pieces.

But enough about me!

Husband Gift Ideas:

Running stuff from UnderArmour – of course, not in red, in black. Some more cold weather gear from REI – and they are having a great 30% off sale – plus check the outlet for last season’s gear. Great prices on basics. NY Giants gear for mine is always a hit. Techie? Apple or PC? New camera? Pragmatic Mom found a cool one – The Sony Cyber-shot. Pretty basic but go ahead, load his iPod with some tunes. How about J. Crew shirts or stuff from Brooks Brothers (shhh…they have a kickin’ sale right after Christmas if you can wait).

Give him his favorite childhood game like Rock’em Sock’em Robots or a baseball or football to toss around with the kids. Winter sports abound here – not into one? It’s never too late to start – grab some skates, snowshoes or cross-country skis – make it a family present and you have a new family activity.

Hope this helps!