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Companies Caring This Holiday Season

babysugar — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:00:58 -0800

"It is better to give than to receive" is a lesson mom often tries to teach her wee ones. Some companies are practicing what we preach this holiday season. Mommies can feel good about handing off their hard earned money to these businesses knowing that a percentage (be it small) is going towards philanthropic efforts and helping some less fortunate children have a better and brighter holiday.

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FabSugar Black Friday Roundup

FabSugar — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:46:22 -0800

Black Friday is tomorrow, but you best prepare your strategy today. Remember: wear comfy shoes, a hands-free bag, and take deep breaths. Black Friday can be a doozy, but worth the craziness. Here are some of my picks to help you brave the year's most exciting shopping day:

Shopbop: Shopbop is holding a special sale - it starts Friday and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 30. Spend $300 or more and save $50; spend $500 or more, save $100; spend $700 or more, save $150; and spend $1,000 or more, save $225. The outerwear selection is pretty pricey so perhaps I can save some moolah there. Promo code: GIFT4U.
H&M: Most H&M stores will open at 6 a.m.; some will open as early as 5 a.m. Twenty-five percent off any item of your choice from opening until 10 a.m. Fashion finds starting at $5. Select outerwear styles at 50 percent off. Boo-ya.
Saks Fifth Avenue: In Saks stores, Friday, Nov. 27 from 8 a.m. to noon, take an additional 40 percent off already reduced prices on selections for her and him. From Friday, Nov. 27 at noon to Sunday, Nov. 29, take an additional 25 percent off already reduced prices. Thirty percent off selections of women’s and men’s cashmere sweaters, handbags, and women’s shoes, up to 40 percent off women’s contemporary selections. And check online for more sweet Saks deals.
Piperlime: Shop Piperlime’s one-day-only sale this Black Friday, where for the very first time you can enjoy 20 percent off on Rachel Zoe’s picks. As always, free shipping.

For more, more, more, read more.

Neiman Marcus: Spend $100 or more between 9 a.m. and noon on Friday, Nov. 27 and receive a $50 gift card.
DSW: Need a new handbag? Fifty percent off bag sale kicks off on Black Friday at DSW. Plus, all other items in the store are 70 percent off.
Rebecca Minkoff: Starting Friday at midnight and ending Monday at midnight, Minkoff's online shop will offer deep deals and free shipping. I've got my eye on the Lovenote gray suede clutch, yum.
Hanky Panky: Undies fans, enjoy free shipping on all orders until the end of '09, as well as promotion coupons on Facebook and Twitter.
Martin + Osa: Thanksgiving weekend, Martin + Osa will be offering all denim (regularly priced at $89.50-120) and cashmere (regularly priced at $130-170) at a special promotional price of $59 each. The in-store sale starts on Nov. 27 and online at 12 a.m. on Nov. 26.
Old Navy: Old Navy stores will be open from noon-7p.m. on Thanksgiving Day and from 3 a.m.-midnight on Black Friday for a three-day event called Gobblepalooza. Gobblepalooza deals include 50 percent off all outerwear; $15 sweaters for the entire family; and a buy two t-shirts, get one free deal.
DKNY: In stores and online, 30 percent of all sale items through Sunday. Free shipping on orders over $150.

Happy shopping!

John & Edward are the Seventh Act to Leave The X Factor!

PopSugarUK — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:54:19 -0800

It was George Michael week on The X Factor, with the finalists singing a mix of his solo material and songs from his Wham! days. Susan Boyle and Mariah Carey performed on tonight's show, where we also found out that the finalists' charity single for Great Ormond Street Hospital - "We Are not Alone" - is number one in the charts! On Sunday night's show Olly Murs and John & Edward were given the news that they were in the bottom two of the public vote this week.

Simon, Cheryl and Dannii voted for John and Edward to go, while only Louis voted for Olly to leave. This leaves Louis with no acts left in the competition. What do you think - did they deserve to leave the competition?

Photos courtesy of ITV/Talkback Thames

Happy Thanksgiving!

partysugar — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:00:33 -0800

Readers, this holiday, we are thankful for each and every one of you. We hope you have a memorable day full of delicious eats and wonderful company. A special good luck to snappypuppy. She was the winner of our ultimate Thanksgiving giveaway and received a prize of cooking gadgets and culinary goodies worth more than $500 from Williams-Sonoma. Hope you enjoy your turkey and tools. To everyone else, happy Thanksgiving!

Play Our Brand New Holiday Movie Faceoff and Win a Prize!

BuzzSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:00:56 -0800

There's no denying it now - the holiday season is officially upon us, which means it's time to dust off those decorations, blast those merry tunes, and cuddle up to watch festive movies. Everyone has a favorite, whether it's a classic like It's a Wonderful Life or the always-hilarious Elf. There are tons of great ones, and now we're pitting them head-to-head in our brand new faceoff game! Spend some time playing, and you'll be eligible to win an amazing prize package of holiday favorites. Just click here to get started!

The winner will receive the ultimate holiday movie collection courtesy of Warner Home Video! It includes the upcoming new release Four Christmases as well as favorites How the Grinch Stole Christmas and A Charlie Brown Christmas. That’s not all - your collection will be completed by three spectacular holiday movie box sets: the Holiday Comedy Collection: DVD 3-Disc Box Set, with Elf/National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation/Fred Claus; the Holiday Family Collection: DVD 3-Disc Box Set, with A Christmas Story/Happy Feet/The Polar Express; and the TCM Greatest Classic Films Collection: Holiday DVD 2-Disc Set With Sleeve, with A Christmas Carol/Christmas in Connecticut/It Happened on 5th Avenue/The Shop Around the Corner.

Just be sure you're logged in to your PopSugar Community account to be entered, so if you're not already a member, register now. To read all the official rules, click here. What are you waiting for? Play now! The more you play, the more entries you have to win! Don't forget to tell your friends to join in on the fun.

Sugarbabies: One Happy Turkey

Lil Community — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:30:13 -0800

This was submitted by member SimpleMama in our Sugarbabies group.

I don't have any pictures of my kids in their Thanksgiving gear but my friend sent me this one that is too cute for words. She said, "This is Michael celebrating Thanksgiving with a hat he received at church as he learned about gratitude."

Don't you want to see your wee one on our LilSugar site? Don't wait another minute. Join our Sugarbabies group over in the LilSugar Community and share your priceless pictures. It's easy!

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Create a PopSugar Account or login to your account.
Join the Sugarbabies group
Click "New Post" under the Sugarbabies tab at the top of the page.
Give your story a "Title."
Insert a photo of your babe.
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Add keyword(s) in the tag field with relevant tags (for example mine for this story was "Sugarbabies").
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The Scoop: Pet Airways Launches Thanksgiving Day "Flight to Freedom" For Adoptable Pets

PetSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:00:06 -0800

Ohhh, there's no place like home for the holidays! But what about those pets with no home to go to? Sad. Even though usually Pet Airways treats pampered pals meeting up with human families, they've partnered with Best Friends Animal Society to launch Operation Thanksgiving Day Pet Flight to Freedom.

Departing from Chicago's Midway Airport, the plane will be packed with pets relocating to the New York area, where they'll be made available for adoption - and, best yet, the entire planeload travels for free. The journey starts on Thanksgiving Day, where animals receive a yummy holiday meal and lots of love from volunteers at the Pet Lounge in Chicago. They'll sleep there at night and then board their rescue airlift on Friday morning. Safe and happy travels!

Fab Gift Guide: The Stylin' Eco Babe

FabSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:22 -0800

I used to have a hard time finding cute, eco-friendly holiday gifts for my green friends, but not anymore. This year, the stylin' eco babe will receive a wave of slick and sustainable gifts via bamboo scarves, recycled leather skirts, funky organic frocks, and conflict-free jewels. My planet-friendly BFF would love this Dianne Annelli Butterfly Organic Canvas Tote ($20). But wait, there's more . . .

Be sure to check out all the PopSugar Network's 2009 holiday gift guides!

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Ungaro CEO Defends Lindsay

FabSugarUK — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:50:08 -0800

Lindsay Lohan's career at Ungaro got off to a rocky start when her first catwalk collection received bad reviews. Emanuel Ungaro himself even spoke out against the celebrity designer saying the "collaboration was a disaster". The fashion world was in shock yesterday when Lindsay was confirmed to be remaining as the artistic advisor.

The CEO of Ungaro Mounir Moufarrige has since defended his decision explaining, "Fashion is controversial, and you need some novelties and you need to test some new ideas," adding that he is happy with his "walking, talking advertisement".

Although sales have been slow and both Net-a-Porter and Neiman Marcus have dropped the label for the Spring season, Moufarrige is not phased. He said, "There is more buzz definitely but we are in a recession. The criticism was harsh. I am sure we can do better in the collection to be honest but I think it was harsh." Do you think the criticism was unfair and that Lindsay should be allowed a second chance?

Festive Gifts For Your Holiday Hostess

BellaSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:00:23 -0800

'Tis the season of receiving lots of invites to Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings, and since my mom always told me I should never come to a party empty-handed, it's time to start thinking hostess gifts. Decorative, sweet-smelling soaps and presents to pamper dishpan hands are always a great go-to, but why not get your hostess something a little little more wild or daring - something she wouldn't normally purchase for herself, like an out-of-the-ordinary hair accessory, trendy matte or glittery nail polish, or a festive makeup kit? Also, I'm all for gifting classic makeup items that your hostess will wear not just for the holidays, but throughout the year. See what I mean below:

Lippmann Collection Nail Color, Holiday - $16.00	Figgy Pudding Euro Wrap Soap Bar by Mudlark Papers - $7.00
Double rosette headband - $12.50	Jingle Spells Bath Bomb - $5.95
butter LONDON Handbag Holiday Cuticle Oil - $15.00	Shu Uemura False Eyelashes S217 - $16.00
Shu Uemura Eyelash Adhesive - $8.50	Celebutante - $34.00
Stila Cosmetics Smokey Eye Set - $36.00	Stila Kitten Collection - $18.00
Nest - $32.00	philosophy Gingerbread Man Body Scrub - $25.00
Philosophy The Gingerbread Man™ Foaming Bubble Bath and Shower Gel - $16.00	Fresh Hesperides Hostess Set - $32.00
SEPHORA by OPI Nail Colour Gift Set - $18.00	Heart Soap in Red Toile by Gianna Rose - $9.90
L'OCCITANE en Provence Ruban D'orange Soap Trio - $12.00	Philosophy Holiday Hostess™ - $20.00