Spicy Recipe for fashion

It will look fabulous!
We need to Spice up our winter wardrobes and brighten up our moods. O.K. at least I need to, and I don't have a ton of money to spend on this. Check out what I found.



ingredients for my Spice it Up girlfriend outfit.

1. BOTTOM LAYER - Favorite pair of jeans (if they can be tucked into boots it will make this fashion recipe extra spicy)
2. TOP LAYER - Cotton top with short sleeves. choose one with no front embellishment. black or white preferred.
2. FOOT LAYER - New Purple boots from www.stevemadden.com $79.95
3. SPICE LAYER - New flowing Satin jacket with flounced sleeves in Fuschia. www.newportnews.com $39.00 in regular petite or womens.

Extra Calorie options: Bangle bracelets and a chunky necklace with lots of color.

After mixing together all of the above - walk out the door with a spicy smile and attitude.

From August until now

It has been a long time since my last update.
The Surf Expo tradeshow was an incredible experience. I made friends with many other exhibitors and met some interesting retailers from all over the U.S. and Caribbean. I can report the following;

Number of times I got lost trying to enter/exit the exhibit hall - 7
Almost got sick - 2 times
Cried - 3-4 times
Got Drunk - 0 times
My booth help got drunk - Every night
Smiled - 1 million times
Giggled and laughed - 1 million times
Met the nicest and sweetest men from California - Everyday

I forgot many things, and brought too many things. It was a fantastic tradeshow as I learned more in those 3 days than I could have ever learned from a business advisor. I wish I wish I wish, well the list is too long.

I have been absorbing everything I learned. It is a good thing (for me) that business is slow.

The company that runs Surf Expo was fabulous and Lindsey helped me navigate and make the most out of my booth and show experience. My Salty Chix gear was featured in the fashion show with models from California. It was a choreographed fashion show that was fabulous and our outfits looked hot. My sales were not great but that is o.k. Everybody told me it would take 3 - 5 shows to be taken seriously and build up a client list. We shall see. I do know that next time I will be better prepared with more graphics, less booth help and the ability to set up in record time!

My 1st tradeshow at Surf Expo

I am taking the plunge. I want the world to know about Salty Chix. And what better place to do this than by attending a major tradeshow. I will be exhibiting at Surf Expo in Orlando, Florida on September 12 - 14, 2008 in Booth 741n. This is a driveable tradeshow as I live only 2 hours away. It is a big financial and emotional committment, but I can and will do it. Keep in mind that the below has been completed with the children at home and a major wannabe hurricane off my coast for the last 4 days. This means that local fast food places were closed, there was no outdoor time, and we have 'tropical storm bungalow fever'!

I have to move quickly to get everything together before the big show.
Week 1 8/22 - What I have accomplished in the last week.
1. Read and partially absorbed the 127 page exhibitor packet
2. Watched and partially absorbed the online video for new exhibitors
3. Registered for booth
4. Faxed order form for carpet
5. Faxed order form for move in/move out cart service $65 each way for 1 laborer/1 push cart. The rest I can haul in myself.
6. Paid $150 and was accepted for inclusion in VIP gift bags. I donated 50 tshirts total
7. Sent samples to Danny Treeson in Los Angeles as he is the organizer of the Fashion Show sponsored by California Apparel News. Woo Hoo.
8. Purchased curtains for booth
9. Found friend with pub type table and 2 bar stools for seating. no need to purchase
10. Made cardboard box rendition of my booth for planning and designing.
11. Ordered new Fall styles of blank hoodies, s/s tees, l/s tees

The above looks plain and simple. It is and was not. During the 1 week period of my initial planning the following fun things occurred; my fax machine broke, my cell phone battery only holds a charge for 1 hour, my hubby is out of town, and again...for those skimming this post, that dang Fay has been messing up and drowning our daily lives. Meaning preschool and elementary schools 1st day was cancelled.

On top of this I am trying to figure out how to pay for all of this. But that is for another post. Would you like to see my to do list? I thought you would.

stay tuned you will be glad you did!

SUMMER SALE!

We are having a summer sale at www.saltychix.com
20% off all items
use Promo Code LOVE

It does not get any better than that!
Enjoy

Summer sandals in bright colors

A great sale on brightly colored wedges from Betsey Johnson at www.nordstroms.com
item# 211427
Was: $79.95
Now: $46.90
40% OFF



Celebrate the summertime right now. The sun is brighter and you should be too. The wrap around tie is very sexy and the heel is 3 1/2". The wedge heel is a very easy style to walk around in during daytime shopping or nighttime parties.

Enjoy

Sexy spring dresses say it all

Hi sexy salty chix!


Spring is about us! Celebrate your feminitity. I have been bombarded by emails wanting more information about what is hot for spring without spending a fortune. We need to save money for strappy sandals too!

This 1st great find is a colorful eye catching style from Nicole Miller, the pintucked dress. I found this on sale for $59.99 at http://www4.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?DeptID=50434&CatID=54007&GrpTyp=PRD&ItemID=139389f&attrtype=&attrvalue=&CmCatId=50434|50452|54007

The 2nd great find is from www.macys.com.
London Times Woman Silk Pleated Dress on sale for $74.25. This can be worn out for a sunday brunch, or drinks out with friends. Sexy and stylish, this dress comes in black or wisteria....try wisteria.. Celebrate color.



Let's color it up for Spring/Summer 2008.

See you out there,
Dianne

Sweater sales and more good deals

Hi All,
I cannot resist a sale and now is the time to check out sales on your fave designer sweaters, cashmere and coats.
Even during the steamy summer months it does turn chilly in the evening. What better way to stay warm at those evening outdoor cocktail parties than with a great wrap or swing cardigan. Check out the great purchases I found-

The 1st keep you warm look is a flirty cardigan from macy's.
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=293320&CategoryID=25417&LinkType=SiteAd&LinkLoc=118&AdID=43954
A very feminine Long-Sleeve Ruffle-Trim Cardigan Orig. $79.00
Now $59.25 in a variety of sizes and colors.

The 2nd piece is a gold metallic swing coat from www.nordstroms.com
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2953686/0~2376788~6002242~6007601~6007619?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6007619&P=1

Zinc Metallic Swing Coat Two inverted pleats style the front of an elbow-sleeve jacket. $13.90 only in size small.



Just start clickin' and pickin'
Go to your fave stores website and immediately GO TO THE SALE PAGE!
Enjoy, I know I will.

see you out there!