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• Sign up for Style and win a $50 Sephora eGift Certificate

  01.29.10 | 40 Comments

  

  Become.com is proud to announce our Sign Up for Style contest, sponsored by Sephora! Sephora is one of the names to know in fashion and beauty, so we’re thrilled to have them kick off of our newest contest with us—and just in time for Valentine’s Day!

  We’re excited about this contest and hope you are, too! Enter now for a chance to win one of four (4) $50 eGift Certificates redeemable for any and all products at the Sephora.com online store. 4 lucky winners will get to go on a $50 shopping spree this February. Start your 2010 makeover or give the gift of beauty to a loved one this Valentine’s Day.

  The name of the game is beauty, and here are 2 ways to enter to win:

  Sign up for the Be in Style RSS feed (top right) and  stay up-to-date on fashion and future contests. NOTE: All RSS subscriptions must be verified by emailing blog@become.com.

  Submit a comment to this blog post talking about your favorite Sephora buy and why it’s been on your mind ever since (for example, if you bought Vera Wang’s Princess fragrance at Sephora and it’s become your signature scent, let us know!). As always, enter a valid email address so we can contact you if you win!

  Double your chances by both subscribing to the RSS feed AND submitting a comment as each will be counted as a separate entry. 2 chances to win, 2 chances to score big! We’ll randomly draw a winner each Friday for the next 4 weeks starting February 5th at 10am PST so sign up soon—these Sephora gift cards are hot!

  And who’s won so far?

  Week #1 Winner: Jen who said:

  I finally found my signature scent when I bought D&G’s 3 L’Imperatrice a couple months ago from Sephora! I told a girl who worked there what I liked and it was one of her last suggestions. PERFECTION and the very first perfume that I really feel connected to!

  We love how you found your perfect perfume with the help of a Sephora sales associate. They are so friendly and helpful aren’t they? Check your email and enjoy your $50 eGift Certificate courtesy of Sephora.com!

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  Please continue to comment and subscribe. All viable entries will be considered for all future drawings! So once you win 1 drawing, you will be disqualified for future drawings . You can check out our contest guidelines before entering.

  Stay tuned for your chance to win, and keep watching for more exciting news from our blog! You could be one of four lucky winners!

  

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• Engraved heart necklaces are perfect for all the women in your life

  02.09.10 | Leave a Comment!

  Who is most likely to receive an engraved heart necklace? When asked this question, instinctively most people would reply, “Wife/Girlfriend”. However if you ponder over the issue, you would realize that a heart symbolizes love. So, ideally a necklace with a heart pendant with your special message engraved in it, could be gifted to any lady who is close to your heart. You could gift it to your mom, sister, daughter, niece, grandchild, grandmother, aunt, or best friend. Here are four unique engraved necklaces with heart pendants, each having a special message.

  Mothers Heart Envelope Engraved Message Pendant

  This unique envelope shaped stainless steel pendant is suspended on a 20″ ball chain. It has the word “Mom” written on it. The envelope pendant opens to reveal a heart-shaped letter in which you can get your special message to your mother engraved!

  Sterling Silver Memorial Heart Engraved Pendant with Diamond Accent

  This elegant sterling silver pedant with a golden tribute design lies on a 20″ link chain. This design represents the loss of a loved one. The bail of the pendant is adorned with a genuine diamond. You can engrave one name at the back of the pendant.

  Breakable Personalized Sterling Silver “Best Friends” Necklace

  Are you ready to give a piece of your heart to your friend? This pretty silver necklace disconnects into two separate necklaces – each with half of the breakable heart. Gift one part of the necklace to your best friend and wear the other one yourself! One part of the heart has the word “Best” engraved on it while the other has “Friend” engraved on it. Your names can be engraved at the back of the pendant.

  Engraved Birthstone Heart Charm Pendant

  This golden necklace with a heart shaped pendant accented with a brilliant Austrian crystal birthstone, can be gifted to any special lady. You can engrave her name on the pendant. It comes with a 20″ rope chain that has a lobster claw clasp and a 3″ extender.

  All ladies love jewelry. So the next time you want to give a lady close to your heart a personalized gift, just opt for an engraved heart necklace.

  Guest Blogger: Runa
• Beat the winter blues with a winter coat

  02.08.10 | Leave a Comment!

  If you hadn’t already heard, famed groundhog Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow last week, subjecting us all to another 6 weeks of winter. Since Phil is off-duty for another year, there will be no re-predictions regarding the end of this season. However, there are ways to stay toasty and still look cute until the first signs of green start to appear.

  Recently, Lauren Conrad was photographed in a darling yellow swing coat that has gotten all sorts of rave reviews online. If you’re in the market for a new winter coat, take a moment to look up a photo of Miss Conrad for inspiration. Not only is the bright color a reminder of the warm, sunny days to come (sooner than later, hopefully), but it is roomy enough to fit layer upon layer of clothing underneath.

  A swing coat is always a good choice for a winter coat. It can be worn casually over jeans, but is also appropriate over more formal outfit choices. Most swing coats fall at about waist length, flattering all body types while protecting your mid-section from the winter cold. Also, swing coats come in a variety of colors — from basic black to lively red — as well as in patterns like plaid for the more adventurous. So even if you’re wearing a frumpy made-for-below-zero sweater underneath, you can look put-together every time you step out your front door. As long as you don’t take off your coat.

  Stay warm,
  Xenia
• DIY fashion

  02.08.10 | Leave a Comment!

  Lately I’ve been really into the whole DIY look. Handmade jewelry, self-deconstructed dresses, one-of-a-kind handbags — I think they’re all adorable. Apparently, so do high-end designers, as Fendi bags will be introducing a limited edition DIY version of their Baguette Mezzo Punto this spring. The bag comes with an embroidering kit so that you can customize your heart out. Unfortunately, I realized long ago that my love for all things handmade is probably due to the fact that I am completely incapable of such creativity. Luckily for people like me, there are baby steps you can take to fake a one-of-a-kind look in your daily wardrobe.

  Take, for example, this simple tank dress. Cute, but plain. Why not cinch the waist with a wide leather belt or add some color with a strategically tied ribbon? For chillier days, try adding layers — a pretty slip peeking out from beneath, a cropped jacket to ward away goose bumps.

  If you’re determined to have a truly one-of-a-kind piece, many independent designers are happy to customize jewelry, clothing, handbags, or whatever pieces your heart desires to your liking. Doing an online search for “custom (insert noun here)” or one-of-a-kind (whatever)” is a good start for locating such designers. If you’re feeling creative, there are websites that allow you to “build” your own dress by putting the choices of cut, fabric, and other such details in your hands.

  Of course, if you’re feeling especially creative, you can start from scratch and create a masterpiece by hand. I, however, will stick to faking it (for now).

  Cheers,
  Xenia
• A GPS heart rate watch to match your athletic needs

  02.08.10 | Leave a Comment!

  A GPS heart rate watch is a boon to athletes. These watches help amateur and professional runners to track their progress. However they are sophisticated instruments designed to fulfill specific purposes. So if you want to buy a GPS heart rate watch, identify what parameters you want to track and what features you would want in the watch. Given below is a snapshot of three different heart rate monitor watches with GPS that meet three different needs.

  Polar FT60G1 heart rate monitor watch with G1 GPS sensor

  This women’s watch is meant for those who want to reach and maintain a specific fitness level. It is ideal for those who go to the gym or jog to maintain their health. It has a personalized training program featuring weekly targets, feedback, and guidance. It’s G1 GPS sensor can be used for measuring speed and distance during outdoor activities. Its fitness test feature can display the calories burnt and the aerobic fitness at rest. Men can also take advantage of all these features with the men’s version of  this watch.

  T5C391 Bodylink Trail Runner men’s rubber watch

  As the name suggests, this watch is perfect for those who love trail running or hiking. Its heart rate monitor enables you to measure your heart rate during the activity and it also has a recovery heart rate timer. Its advanced GPS system can help you to track your direction, overall navigation, altitude, and ascent and descent rates. The watch is water resistant up to 50 m.

  Garmin Forerunner 310XT GPS Enabled Sports Watch with Heart Rate Monitor

  This multi-sport watch is ideal for a tri-athlete as it can seamlessly track biking and running data. It has optional quick release and bike mounts. It is water resistant up to 50 meters so you can time your swim too. The watch classifies the different sporting activities in one workout and also logs the transition time in the process. The GPS system tracks your position. The optional heart rate monitor facilitates in heart rate-based calorie computation, tracking your heartbeats, and training in specific heart rate zones to improve fitness.

  The above GPS heart rate watches are examples of how different watches have different purposes. So when you are buying your watch, be sure of what you want it for.

  Guest Blogger: Runa
• Diamond solitaire pendants are a gift of eternal love

  02.08.10 | Leave a Comment!

  Solitaire pendants have long been considered to be a symbol of love and romance. Numerous lovers have sworn their eternal love to their beloved by giving her a diamond solitaire pendant. This piece of jewelry is undoubtedly the most desirable one amongst women and when it is given to them by a man they love it becomes really priceless. A suitable gift item for any and all occasions, these diamond pendants never cease to impress and please women, irrespective of their ages.

  Most diamond stores offer a wide collection of diamond pendants that not only suits the style sense of different individuals but also falls within numerous budget ranges. Moreover, many stores offer diamond solitaire pendants according to the desired settings of individual clients even allowing them to choose the shape, style, and the carat weight of the diamond to be used in the pendant. These custom made diamond pendants are not only more sophisticated but also quite unique from the other diamond pendants available in various stores.

  Apart from being associated with the feelings of love and romance, diamond pendants are also considered to be a symbol of style, elegance, and social status. Even though it is quite difficult to differentiate between the diamonds of different grades and quality without proper experience and instruments, fake sparklers are easily recognizable. Moreover, diamond pendants are considered by many women to be a classic piece of jewelry, especially the princess solitaire diamond pendant which has a timeless design. Their unending popularity and mesmerizing beauty definitely makes them extremely desirable to almost every women across the globe.

  Guest Blogger: Tushar
• Gift timeless pearl earrings this Valentine’s Day

  02.06.10 | Leave a Comment!

  When you think of vintage jewelry, the first thing that comes to your mind is pearls. Pearls are a unique piece of jewelry. Fine, naturally occurring pearls have been highly regarded as objects of beauty for many centuries. In fact, the word pearl these ays is used as a metaphor for something very valuable and prized, like the phrase “pearl of wisdom.” Pearls are used to enhance the beauty on necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings to name a few. Among all these the most common form of pearl jewelry has been the earrings. There has always been something mystical about pearl earrings which is why Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer made it the subject of his masterpiece “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” Scarlett Johansson’s portrayal in the movie of the same name represented a peasant slave girl whose true beauty shined through with the assistant of a single pearl earring. Even during the 1600s, in the Dutch Baroque period, pearls were a highly valued precious piece of jewelry.

  Pearl earrings come in various colors and hues which is what makes pearls so popular. Their versatility means you can easily accessorize any type of outfit you own.  Pearl earrings make great gifts for occasions like a wedding present, a birthday a mother’s day gift etc. Since Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, these would make a great gift for your girlfriend, wife or significant other:

  • The Yvel pearl earrings are one of the most stylish earrings that are available in the market. It features round flat fresh water coin pearls. There are diamonds in the center of the pearls that add to the beauty of this wonderful earring. This earring is a very good option for those who are very particular about how well they are dressed.
  • The David Yurman South Sea pearl earrings are one of the classiest pearl earrings that you will find. David Yurman is one of the hottest jewelry designers around and the pearls from this particular set is from the south sea. This earring setting is made from 18K yellow gold. It has diamonds at the base of the pearl which give it a soothing look. These earrings are particularly appropriate for a formal party or other luxurious event.
  • The Oliva White Gold Pearl Earrings are the most sophisticated yet beautiful pearl earrings you would find.  The pearls on this earring have a pink shade to it. These pearls are held by an 18K white gold diamond studded link to the ear hook. These rings would also make great wedding presents.

  Pearl earrings make perfect gifts for all the ladies. Buy one today and show how much you care for that special person. Are you aware that February 13th, the day before Valentine’s Day, is considered “Mistress’s Day” for straying hearts? If you do happen to plan to gift the other woman with a pair of pearl earrings, do not give her a gift that outshines your better half! That would be rude.

  Guest Blogger: Anil

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