Another Forever 21 $50 Giveaway!

Hello Everyone!
As promised, here is the final giveaway for June! Yes, yes, the fact that we are in the middle of July is not lost on me.  For those that missed out on my last $50 F21 gift card giveaway, here's another chance to get in on the action!

Also, I know not all of you are fans of F21 and I love to hear from you about the type of giveaways you would be interested in.  Please let me know by commenting below!


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Please be sure to read the Terms & Conditions of the giveaway! Good luck to everyone and thanks for reading my blog! <3 <3 <3

Giveaway time!

Hi!

I'm sorry for being such a slacky bum with these giveaways.  At the time, offering a giveaway a week for this month seemed like a great idea...too bad my memory is not so good.  Do not fret though, today's giveaway is a great one!

I have a $50 Forever 21 gift card up for grabs to a lucky reader! Use it on clothes or shoes and accessories...the possibilities are endless (not really but you get my point!).  To enter, please see below!

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GOOD LUCK!!!

Holla, it's my birthday! + Announcing the winner of the Visa GC!

Hi!

Today is my birthday! ::does happy birthday jig:: Yes, 32 years ago today, I was birthed. Although I am not one to put too much stock in birthdays, I think I may act the fool today.  I'd say my bday is off to a good start so far because look what I got:

clockwise from left
1) Mr. T card.  It talks! I think he says something about inflicting physical pain on those who forget my birthday...awesome!
2) Forever 21 GC.  Because, well...is a reason really necessary?
3) Sephora GC. I'm comprised of the major food groups: clothes, makeup, and peanut butter
4) Coupons for laxatives. I should be embarrassed for including these in the picture huh??? Well you know what? I'm not.  It's my bday, go kick rocks.
5) Estee Lauder nail polish in purple passion
6) Amazon GC. Time to free some of my items from shopping cart purgatory!

I'd like to shout out Rosa for being such a thoughtful friend.  Any person that includes coupons for laxatives as part of a bday present has a special place in my heart. 

And this is what I wore today:

Skirt: Victoria's Secret (on clearance for $15!)

Top: Forever 21

Tank: ASOS

Earrings: Pieces via ASOS (gold sold out)

Readers: Urban Outfitters

Shoes: MIA "Botticelli" shoe

Belt: Style & Co via Macy's

So now I'd like to announce the winner of the Visa Gift Card!

Congratulations to Adesuwa for winning the gift card!! You chose Box A so you win a $35 Visa gift card!

Thanks to those who entered!

Be on the lookout for another giveaway this week!

<3

Box A?...or Box B?

Hi!

Sorry for not posting this weekend as promised! Despite my bummery for not posting, I want you to know that I had a great weekend! I got to catch up with an old friend and get a mani pedi at my local nail salon.  With three kids, it's hard to find time to do anything so I was very happy to have a few hours to myself to unwind.  I also got my Canon Rebel T3 DSLR! It was an early bday gift to myself (which "ahem* is the 19th of this month by the way...).  The camera will allow me to step my pic game up significantly and I'm now  trying to become acquainted with the camera. This week is the start of Full Figured Fashion Week and I'm looking forward to meeting all the people that make the fatshion world so amazing! I will be blogging live from different venues so be sure to check out my blog to get updates on what is going on! Here is a list of the events I will be attending:

Thursday (arrival):

• Workshop: Building your brand through social media
• FFFweek @ Bloomingdales: A shopping event
• Curves, connections, and cocktails: A networking event
• SKORCH TV Launch Party* (If you didn't already know, I'm a blogger editor for SKORCH Magazine)

Friday:

• Curves in the city: A shopping event

Saturday:

• Torrid mixer*
• FFFweek fashion showcase & awards ceremony (the culminating event)

*=invite only events

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So I thought I'd add a little mystery and intrigue to today's giveaway.  I have two (2) VISA gift cards of different values.  One is in "Box A" the other is in "Box B".  I won't tell you which gift card is in which box...you have to choose!  Each card's value is over $20. To enter all you have to do is:

1) follow me on Google Connect or BlogLovin'
2) "like" this blog on Facebook
3) comment below with your email addy and the "box" you are selecting...you can only pick one!

Want to increase your odds?  Follow me on Twitter to be entered TWICE! Make sure you let me know what Twitter handle you are following me under!!

YOU MUST COMPLETE STEPS 1, 2, and 3 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE GIVEAWAY!

The deadline for this giveaway is Thursday, June 14 at 12:00pm EST!  Good Luck!

<3

Announcing the winner of the F21 Jeggings...

Congratulations to "IamMel" for winning the jeggings!

I will be emailing you soon!

Thanks to all who entered!

Look out for another giveaway this weekend! 

<3

Mahshalls...and a giveaway!

Hey!
So it's been like 3 weeks since my last post and I'm sorry.  Alot of dramz has happened the past few weeks.  My mother-in-law passed away unexpectedly last month and I was charged with the arrangements.  I've also been super stressed out trying to prepare my son for kindergarten in the Fall. The latter basically entailed meeting with a bevy of psychologists, social workers, and therapists to establish a "transition plan" for him.  I've also been beating myself up alot recently because I have not been adhering to my fitness regimen as I should.  I had a cookout this past Memorial weekend and I swear I gorged on everything in sight.  All that aside, I'm very excited for a couple of reasons: 1) My blog is a year old! Well not officially but it's still the anniversary month.  To commemorate this wondrous occasion (tee hee), I will be offering a giveaway EVERY WEEK this month starting with today! The days will vary week to week so make sure you stay tuned! and 2) I am going to Full Figured Fashion Week! This is my first time going so I am super duper stoked (do people still use that word any more?).  I'm going with my friend Rosa who is one of my bestest shopping/eating buddies (everyone needs at least one). Are any of you planning on going? I am trying to decide what essentials I need to pack (I'm an overpacker) and trying to figure out what dress I'm going to wear for the culminating awards/fashion show. Any ideas?

Ok, so the title of this post is called "Mahshalls" because that's how Bostonians pronounce Marshalls.  Well, everyone except me. I was born and raised here and am happy to report that I do not have the dreaded Boston accent (others may beg to differ though).  I like to think of Marshalls as the hipper sister of TJMaxx despite the fact that they are both owned by TJX Companies and carry much of the same stuff. Today, during my "retail therapy" session, I came across two fantabulous tops I wanted to share with you.  These tops are both from Cube which is their juniors section. I point this out because I know some of you would probably bypass that section altogether because the largest size they stock is a large. Well gather 'round the campfire kids and let me tell you something: both the tops I'm wearing are a large and fit great! I know not everyone is my size and a junior's large won't fit on every type of body but I think it's worth trying something you like despite what the tag may says--especially if that item is an open style (like the woven wrap below) or is super stretchy (like my striped peplum top).  I know every blogger in the fatosphere has talked about making main range sizes work and I am here to further drill that point home. Don't box yourself in! My personal rule is, if it stretches, I'm trying it on!

Top: Mahshalls

Pant: F21 jegging

Shoe: Aldos

Belt: AE

Necklace: F21

Earrings: Pieces via ASOS

Top: Mahshalls

Pant: F21 jegging

Shoe: DV by Dolce Vita "Notty" pump

Belt: The Limited (main range)

And now....dun, dun, dun....for the giveaway! I will be giving away a pair of F21 jeggings (the same ones as above (but not the same ones I am wearing!) to a lucky reader! To enter you must complete the following:

1) "Like" Izzygetsbizzy on Facebook
2) Follow me via Google Connect or Bloglovin'
3) Comment below with you email addy AND the size AND color jegging you would like. I have BLACK jeggings in a 14 and 20, BLUE jeggings in a 14, 16, 18, and 20. For reference, I am wearing the black jeggings in a size 16.

REMEMBER, YOU MUST COMPLETE ALL STEPS TO BE ENTERED!
The winner will be selected using a random number generator. The deadline to enter is Thursday, June 7th at 8pm EST so hurry!

Announcing the winner of the F21 clutch!

Congrats to Zara for winning the clutch! 

Thanks to all who entered!!!

So guess what????

The one year anniversary of Izzygetsbizzy is coming up in June!

You know what that means???

Lotsa lotsa giveaways!

SO STAY TUNED!

<3

F21 Giveaway!!!!

Hey!

We all know that bright, bold colors are "in" this season; now here is your chance to infuse your outfit with some color with this pink neon clutch from Forever 21! The clutch features a silvertone clasp closure and is an ultra-chic and on-trend neon pink color (much more brighter in person)!

To enter all you have to do is the following:


1) "Like" me on Facebook
2) Follow me via BlogLovin or Google Connect
3) Comment below with your email addy and let me know how you are following me (BlogLovin' or Google Connect)!
i.e., "My email is mary@email.com and I am now following you on BlogLovin'"

Only those who complete ALL THREE steps will be entered in the drawing! The winner will be selected using a random number generator.  Hurry, the deadline to enter is Friday, 8pm EST!

Remember, you can't win if you don't enter!

GOOD LUCK!!! <3

F21 Giveaway!

Congratulations to Jocelyn for winning the top! 
Remember, you had to follow all the steps of the contest to be considered!

Thanks for all those that entered!
Look out for another contest soon! 

<3

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Hello!

Thanks for bearing with me and my decreased post output! I promise I will get on the ball soon!  I have alot of life changes going on now and important decisions I will be making soon that I will share with all of you.  But without further ado, here is today's giveaway! This cute F21 mocha-colored top features a flutter sleeve and sequin/bead embellishment.  It is super stretchy and lightweight--perfect for the warm weather!  It is a size XL but will accommodate many sizes due to its stretchiness.  Tuck it into a high waisted skirt for an extra chic look!

Here is what you need to do to win this top:

1) Follow my blog via Bloglovin or Google!

2) "Like" this page!

3) Comment below with your email address and mention which social plug-in (Bloglovin' or Google Connect) you are using to follow my page.

i.e., "My email is marie@email.com and I am now  following you via Bloglovin'!

You have to follow all the steps listed above to be considered for the giveaway! I will use a random number generator to select the winner. The contest ends this Thursday (3/29) at 8pm EST so hurry!

Announcing the winner of the F21 fringe top!!

Congrats to "Thickandsassy" for winning the top!

Thanks to everyone who entered! 

Giveaway! F21 Fringe top

Hi!

To commemorate the end of January (really, is a reason needed?), I'd like to offer another giveaway to Izzygetsbizzy readers!  It is a fringe-shouldered top from Forever 21 and is brand new with tags.  The shirt is a 1x but has amazing stretch and would probably fit a 2x.  To enter, all you have to do is 1) follow my blog via Google Connect or BlogLovin' and 2) comment with your email addy below.  I will use a random number generator to select the winner.  Be sure to enter by Sunday at 5pm! The winner will be announced and notified on Monday!

fringe-licious!



En-trenched: A giveaway!

Hello Everyone!

As promised, I am offering a giveaway this week!  It is a brand new with tags Forever 21 trench coat in a 2x.   It features a dramatic notched collar, front welt pockets, long sleeves, and a buttoned storm flap. It also includes a self-tie belt that brings in the waist. To enter this giveaway all you have to do is 1) Follow my blog via Google Connect or Bloglovin and 2) comment below with your email addy.  The contest will end on Friday at 5pm (EST) and the winner will be announced on Monday. I will be using a random number generator to select the winner.  Good luck! <3

Don't you want this jacket? 

3 days of giveaways...Day 2 and 3 winners announced!

The winner for day two of my giveaway is...

Sydai415! Please note that the first comment was not counted because no email address was left.

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The winner for day three of my giveaway is...

Tiffany! Please note that the first comment was not counted because no email address was left.

Congratulations ladies! Be on the lookout for an email from me very soon!

3 days of giveaways...Day Three...

Today is the last day of my three day contest and I want to thank all those who entered!  Today's giveaway is a beautiful pair of gloves from JCrew. The color is as shown.  As always, if you want to enter, you have to follow my blog and comment with your addy below.  The deadline for this contest is Monday at 10am (EST)! Good luck!

3 days of giveaways...Day Two...

Hi!

I'm sorry for not posting yesterday, my day was completely berserk.  For the 2nd day of giveaways, I have this awesome pair of zebra tights from Forever 21.  The tights are a 1X and are super stretchy.  I think they would look great with a longline shirt and a cropped jacket! Don't forget, to enter you need to follow the blog AND leave your email addy in the comments section.  I will use a random number generator to pick a winner.  This contest is over tomorrow at 8pm (EST)!

Congratulations are due to "Jocelyn" for winning Wednesday's contest! Yippee!!!

3 days of giveaways!!!...Day One

Hello Folks!

The holidays are upon us and I am feeling a bit generous.  As a result, I am offering my readers a chance to win an item everyday for the next 3 (three) days!* All you have to do is 1) follow my blog and 2) comment below with your email address.  It's that simple! You have until 12:00pm (EST) tomorrow to enter so get to crackin'!  I will be using a random number generator to select the winner who will be announced the same day.

Today's giveaway is:

Forever 21+ sheer lace top in a 1x (could possibly fit a 2x). Currently online for $16.99!

*For those of you who are all like: "I never win anything" I say this: you can't win if you don't enter! My last contest had only ONE entrant! So what are you waiting for???

GOOD LUCK!!!

Ode to the turtleneck and a contest!

CONGRATULATIONS to "Jocelyn" for entering my contest and winning the INC Turtleneck!! Enjoy!

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It took everything in me just to get out of bed this morning. Being on maternity leave has me turning into a lazy slob. I dropped something on the floor today, looked at it for like 10 seconds and made the executive decision not to pick it up. Getting bendy is work!

Anywayz, I was thinking about the topic for this blog post and it hit me--turtlenecks! I had been on the hunt for the perfect turtleneck and recently found it at H&M. I named her Betsy. Turtlenecks are so great for a multitude of reasons: they keep your neck warm, they look great on almost anyone, and they are a great layering piece. The one I have from H&M is super stretchy, is a true black (no fading in the wash or in the sun), and is extremely flattering. It was a steal at $12.95 and I wish I had purchased one in a neutral color as well. I only wish the "neck" part of the turtleneck was a bit longer.

Here are a few of my stylings with this venerable wardrobe staple. I apologize in advance for the less-than-clear photos. My Dad took his camera back (best believe I violently shook my fist at him when he did) and I had to use my webcam to take these pics.

Skirt: Talbots (no longer sold online)

Belt: Eloquii

Turtleneck: H&M

Shoes: Target

Necklace: Free People (for $10!)
Leopard clutch: ASOS
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Pant: Old Navy (recently purchased so excuse the tag ;-) )

Earrings: Ashley Stewart

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Pant: ASOS

Necklace: ASOS

Bag: Pieces "Hoffy" bag via ASOS

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Skirt: ASOS

Shoes: Corso Como

Clutch: Aldos

Earrings: H&M

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Pant: Rainbows

Fringe Earrings: ASOS (don't these earrings rock? I always keep my wardrobe very muted when I'm wearing a large statement earring such as this)

So now the moment you've been waiting for! I am giving away a brand new INC turtleneck! It is grey, super soft and ribbed and is a size 1x. See below for pics! All you have to do is:  1) follow my blog via Bloglovin or Google and 2) comment below with your email addy! I will use a random number generator to select the winner.  Act fast, the contest will end Thursday November 17th at 8pm EST with the winner being announced the next day! Thanks for reading and good luck to all! <3

Interested in shopping my wardrobe? Please click here to see my offerings!

Announcing the winner of the Ashley Stewart dress...

Although I was expecting a bigger response to my first ever contest on my blog, I am grateful to those that entered.  So without further delay, the winner of the contest is...

ZeeZee! Congrats ZeeZee! I will be in touch with you very soon! For everyone else, if you missed the chance to enter this particular contest don't fret! There will be other opportunities to win more great stuff on the horizon! Don't forget to follow my blog!

<3

OOTPP: Outfits of the Post Preggy and win an Ashley Stewart dress!

Hello Lovelies!
It's been a while but I'm back in the building! Surely, you didn't think I'd be gone forever did you? So, I am officially post preggy and am getting used to being a mom for the THIRD time.  It's only been three weeks but I truly can't wait to get back in form (pre-preggy shape) so I can share all of my clothing finds with you! I managed to convince the hubby to take some pics for me and wanted to share with you some outfit posts. I am actually giving away the Ashley Stewart dress so read on to see how you can snatch it up!

Dress: Forever 21 (1x)

Earrings : Forever 21

So I initially bought this dress because I was in love with the colors.  After getting it in the mail., I threw it in my closet and forgot all about it. I'm kind of on the fence about it still because the silhouette is not something I'm accustomed to.  I'm also not in love with the ties at the waist...a smocked waistline would have been 100 times better in my opinion.

 A plus though, definitely the puff shoulders--just the right touch of whimsy.

Verdict: Ehh...

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Dress: Forever 21

So I don't know how I feel about this dress either.  I love the pattern which is why I purchased it in the first place.  As we all know, F21 sizing is extremely wonky.  I am usually a 1X in their clothing (which this dress is) but it seems that I should have purchased this in a 2x. I love the fact that is zips in the back but dislike the fact that it is as short as it is.  I guess no bending down to pick up lost change while in this baby!

Verdict: Ehh...

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Camisole: Sweet Nothings via Walmart

Pants: Rainbows

Top: Akira (one size fits all)

Belt: Forever 21 (main range)

I love, love, love this outfit.  I wish I had a slouchy leather satchel to go along with it! I copped the pants from my local Rainbows and am surprised by how nice they feel.  The pants are really slinky and have these really cool slouchy pockets.  I'm also loving the top from Akira! They don't cater to plus sizes but there are a lot of pieces that will accommodate a plus sized frame.  This top is very billowy and is sure to be flattering on many body types.

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Jacket: H&M faux leather biker jacket (size 14)

Camisole: Sweet Nothings via Walmart

Pant: Forever 21 fringe legging

Belt: American Eagle

So how bad-ass is this outfit? I'm in lurve with this jacket from H&M. What would make it perfection is if I found it in a size 16 as the jacket doesn't actually close on me.  I like the fringe legging from F21 but it has a sheen to it that I'm not really crazy about because it accentuates every bump and lump on my body.  I thought I'd throw on the AE belt to offset the monotony of the black.  Pink (in small doses) always seems to calm me down...

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Ok, so this is not an outfit pic obviously but I wanted to show you all my cool hat from ASOS.  For some reason I've been obsessed with bobble hats and had been on the search for a perfect one.  I love the rich teal color of this hat and the fact that the knit is so chunky and substantive. I can't wait to rock this when it gets colder! Oh, excuse the neck naps in the last pic!

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So to commemorate my return from preggo-hood, I'd like to offer you all a chance to win this Ashley Stewart wrap dress! It is band spanking new and is a size 14/16 but I think the dress could easily accommodate a size 18.  All you have to do to enter this contest is to follow my blog and leave your email addy in the comments section.  I will be using a random number generator to select the winner.  Enter now, contest will end Monday, October 10th at 8PM EST!