Fabulousness! :) + 2nd GIVEAWAY!!!!!!! -CLOSED!!!

Hey Everyone!

How was everyone's Christmas ? I had fun with my family n friends , it was also nice to take a small breather and get myself re-engerized and ready to go for the New Yr! . I have caught up on all my readers blogs and its been interesting to read everyones plans for the New Year or their resolutions...I must say I will not put mines down on paper till NYE :) , I have so many areas that I want to improve on personally and with La Mode.

Moving on I was thinking of some dresses that have really wowed me ( since the later part of this year.) I have to say though that I love Marchesa hands down! Marchesa has graced the hottest red carpets and major events this year and for 2009 I would say Marchesa is my fav designer this year! Over at the Red Carpet Fashion Awards they agreed! :)

(all pics from redcarpet-fashionawards.com)

Diane Kruger & Olivia Wilde my personal favs!

Now on to my GIVEAWAY! :)

So as mentioned in my 20 gifts under$100 post , I said I would have a giveaway and one lucky reader will be able to choose something for the gift guide :) This includes a gas or target giftcard ( if you choose) up to $65 value!!!

This contest is opened to all :) , the contest will be open for 3 weeks! So more than enough time to get the entries in :)

These are the rules:

Required Entry: Follow my blog publicly and leave an entry telling me your name :)

Extra Entries: (You may leave a separate comment for each entry. For each extra entry to count the required entry has to be done or you can put all your entries in one comment)

1. Follow La Mode on Twitter and leave me your twitter name. (1 entry)

2. Become a fan of La Mode on Facebook and leave me your FB name. (1 entry)

3. Subscribe to La Mode's Mailing List . (4 entries)

4. Tweet this giveaway! Just copy/paste the following: Enter to win a gift under$100 of your choice!! http://la-mode-at.blogspot.com @lamode10 please RT (1 entry per daily tweet)

5. Post about this giveaway on your blog and link back to me. Leave me your link to show the post. (2 entries)

6. Add La Mode to your blogroll. (2 entries)

(rules structure was gotten from ThetaMom -A fab blogger.)

I am so excited about this giveaway as there are some fab things on the gift guide! To check out some of the fab gifts you will be winning check 20 gifts under $100

Best of Luck Everyone!

xoxoNik



GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED! THANKS FOR ALL YOUR AMAZING SUPPORT!

B! It's getting HOT in here !

Hey Everyone!

I was catching up on my daily does of in style when I came across Beyonce!! :) Now I will be the first to admit , I wasn't a HUGE Beyonce fan in terms of her singing cos all her songs were very commercial but extremely catchy. However, after seeing her in concert with 2 of my very close girlfriends that all changed I am pretty sure I will be going to see her again!. I mean omg her FIRE & PASSION on the stage was electrifying , what I call O.O.C out-of-control which is why I am not surprised the name of her new fragrance is none other but "HEAT" . The fragrance is inspired from her very "hot" performances. The scent according to In Style is "the scent has notes of red vanilla orchid, magnolia, neroli and blush peach". I probably use like the same fragrance every day which is Miracle by Lancome which I LOVE!!!... So when this hits the departmental stores in Februauy I must admit I will try the sampler out of curiosty to see how it smells. :)

One week to Christmas everyone have you finished your shopping ? If not I have 20 fab gifts under $100 for you to see :) My giveaway will start after Christmas woo woo! :) so stay tuned, I of my readers will win the chance to choose anything they want on my 20 under$100 list and depending on how Christmas goes hehehe it might be two lucky readers :).

For all my readers expecting heavy weather this weekend PLS drive safe!!!

Have a safe weekend!

xoxoxNikki

Rachel McAdams

Hey Everyone,

Is it just me or does London get the first dibs on movies nowadays ? Rachel McAdams looked so simply elegant in her Andrew Gn gown she wore at the London premiere of Sherlock Holmes which she starred in and is coming out Christmas Day I believe. I love how her gown is one arm and has just a tad bit if sparkle to it!

This steel gray goddess dress is powerful in that although its simple its just so elegant. The color isn't something we normally see everywhere but I think it works for her!

(image from instyle.com)

I definitely want to see Sherlock Holmes , it looks like something I would enjoy. I might not see it opening day but pretty soon though.What do you guys think of the lovely Ms Rachel McAdams ?

Don't forget to check out my gift favs below , it has information on my upcoming giveaway which i have decided to start after Christmas and will end sometime in Jan :) Another nice gift for a lucky reader to start the new year!

xoxoNikki

20 gifts under $100

Hey Everyone,

I figured I'd put together 20 things I think would make nice lil gifts for your family ,friends or mb even co workers for the holidays or beyond! I also wanted to post this is by the weekend , as I will be working all weekend. I have several fabulous stuff thats fun and will be appreciated I threw in a 1 or 2 wildcards that have nothing to do with fashion. I must admit some of this stuff I own ;) , some have been a gift and others I will probably purchase at some point in the near future.

The items that I choose that are from In style you get an extra %20 off when you buy the item n mention In Style or go to their holiday shopping ideas and print the ad now thru Dec 30th ( I try to look out for the best deals :) )

Kenneth Cole cufflinks! very sharp looking. $60

( they are %50 off at the moment.) www.kennethcole.com

Every girl needs at least 1 overside bag! Melie Bianco $75

I think this shoe is very sharp! Bought the Brown and Black for the hubby. Borreli $29.99 @Rackroom shoes, they are also doing buy one get one free right now! Sweet :)

I bought this for me and so far I love it! get it for the fashion forward person in your life! Amazon has great used ones from $6 !! :)

I can never get enough of Yankee candles, I love the fresh and sometimes yummy scents! :) $24

This cute lil wristwatch is a nice gift for anyone :) just an everyday wear. $22.95 NY&CO.

For the makeup guru in your life lol... this cute M.A.C number is filled with great eyeshadow palette for day or night.

$36

For the make up JUNKIE! :) this will be a fabulous gift. Nordstrom offers this fab set @$30. If you mention In Style from till Dec 30th you will receive an additional %20!!

Perfume by one and only Marc Jacobs!! :) get Lola @$42 at any departmental store.

Love these flimsy Ann Taylor slippers so comfortable yet stylish lol :) $24.50

I think this is so cute! Avon offers this cute sequin coin purse with a 4 different lip glosses at$13!! I personally plan on checking this out :)

These hand stamped keychains etc are so cute and since they are custom made you can get anything put on them . I have another below. $31

can be found on Etsy made by Klacustom Creations.

LOVE the George Forman grill for my wildcard. At first me and the hubby were a bit skeptical lol but since we got one we have been enjoying a many a dishes lol. $60 , can be found at Target or any departmental store.

cute little Betsy Johnson lip earrings :) $25

Love this bracelet from Banana Republic $45 mention In Style and receive an %20

Another Klacustom Creation! $39.99

Check her out on her Etsy store ( link above.)

Another Ann Taylor rossette cardigan $90 mention In Style or print the page off their holiday guide and receive an additional %20

Statement making necklaces add an "it" factor to any ensemble :) Beach black $38 can be found on Rachel Zoe holiday guide :)

This is a satchel is great look and gift for the loved man or men in your life. ASOS $48

(all images from the internet)

For the last 2 gifts on my list is a GAS & Target gift card! These are super gifts and always so appreciated. I love target and everyone once in a while a friend or family member will get me one as target has everything! :). As for the GAS card I have never gotten one but boy would I love one lol! I know everyone could do with a lil free gas! :)

Now as for my GIVEAWAY coming up! :) One lucky reader will have the choice to choose any of these fabulous items including a target or gas card ( value under $75) for themselves or opt to give it to a loved one :) so stay tuned for the details.

xoxoxNikki

Intermission :)

Het Everyone,

Quick intermission post :) You before anything else I am a MOTHER :) So I had to blog about this fabulous giveaway over at Theta Mom even if you aren't a mom this could be a fantastic gift for your lil loved ones. She is giving a way Leap Frog Leapster & I believe two games to go with it ( not sure though so check)

So go on and check it out and good luck though I hope I WIN lol :)

Don't forget to check the question I have for you all below in my "Nicky Hilton" post!

I have been taking note of people's thoughts so far THANK YOU :)

xx

Nikki

$50 for FREE :) !!!!!

Hey Everyone :)

It's Monday the beginning of the week and what better way to start with a chance to win some cash! I am giving away a $50 American Express gift card and you don't have to buy anything ;).

To enter this little giveaway all you have to do is...

1. Join Facebook Fan Page & Invite your friends to join also.

2. Invite your friends to the Facebook fan page ( if you are already a fan).

3. Reply to this posting with your name confirming you have done the 2 above.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Mode/154960744852?ref=ts

(I have a link on the right side that will take you straight to my Facebook fan page.)

For those of you who are not on Facebook , you can simply leave your name and follow my blog :)

I will be picking 1 lucky person on November 1st 2009. ( I might even make it 2 people so the chances are very high people! ) So get to inviting people and leave you're reply on this post with your name ! :)

( Uk residents will receive a 45 pound gift card)

In these times, nothing wrong with a little extra cash right ? Especially to get you into Holiday mode shopping.

GOOD LUCK Everyone!

xx

Niks