Ruff Hewn Giveaway for Chicago Readers

A couple months ago, I attended a presentation for Ruff Hewn a line sold at Carson's online and in the Chicagoland area. The collection is full of easy to wear staples like sweaters, jersey blazers and my personal favorite, winter accessories. Brightly colored scarves and mittens are part of my winter essentials; they provide warmth and a needed pop of color on dark and dreary days.

If you could use a pop of color in your winter wardrobe, then you should enter our giveaway for Ruff Hewn's bright blue Infinity Scarf and Mittens ($76 value). To enter, tell us what you would wear the scarf and mittens with this thread on our Facebook page or with a tweet with @sugrrockcatwalk @CarsonsStores and #RuffHewn.

Two winners will be selected at random and announced via our Facebook page & Twitter this Friday 12/20.  Contest open to Chicago residents only.

InStyle Essentials TrioFit Shirt + Giveaway

We live in the world of standardized sizing. A world where Small, Medium and Large has become the norm. But women's bodies don't come in just on size, shape or form. Do you ever find yourself annoyed at something that is supposed to be a wardrobe staple? I know countless women who struggle with the white button down with no avail. Shirts will be either too snug across the chest or too loose everywhere else. So to address these issues that women face, InStyle magazine has partnered with the  designers and TrioFit co-founders Rebecca Matchett and Drew Palub to launch a line of shirts that actually take into account a woman's bust size and band size. Genius right?

I personally think that it's awesome and have had the opportunity to test drive the bow blouse which is super chic and ever so office friendly (full disclosure: I received a free shirt to try out).  My husband actually told me he thought that I looked super cute in it. Anyways check out more on TrioFit below and for contest details below.

The shirts are available in an incredible size range. 30 to be exact, ranging from 32B – 40H in classic button-front, weekend tunic, and the bow blouse. I had a chance to sit down with Rebecca and Lisa Arbetter of InStyle Magazine and discuss the new line of shirts that just debuted in InStyle Magazine's September issue. This weekend they set up a temporary pop-up trailer in the Meatpacking district.

SRC: How did you come up with the concept for the Trio-Fit method? Was it something you personally struggled with?
Rebecca Matchett: It was something that I heard a lot of women around me complain about so we sat down and tried to come up with a method that would be the easiest for the average woman to understand. That is when we came up with using the bra size as the point of difference. We kept it to three of the most basic styles so that women could understand the differences with fit and get used to the concept of sizing without thinking too much about the styling.

SRC: Has it been a challenge to create such a variety of sizes?
RM: We had to work very closely with our overseas factories. The tolerances for each style had to be extremely low because the difference between sizes is so minimal.

SRC: How did the partnership with InStyle Magazine come about?
Lisa Arbetter: InStyle Essentials was inspired by our readers. Being in the magazine world we hear a lot about what real women struggle with and we were compelled to find a solution—one that reached beyond our magazine and website. It was a natural partnership. A lot of women actually think that they have a problem with their body but we want to tell them that it's not their body it's the clothes.

SRC: That is such a refreshing statement that I think women need to hear more often. How has the reaction from women been?
LA: It's been great! Women have been so receptive.
RM:  The reaction I've been hearing is "Finally! A shirt that fits!"

Is there a plan to introduce more styles eventually?
RM: Yes, for Holiday we have a tuxedo shirt planned and we have plans to roll out dresses in the future.

Contest details:
Like us on Facebook, like the post and leave us a note on our wall about which style of  #InStyleEssentials #PerfectWhiteShirt you would wear and why.

or

Follow us on Twitter and tweet at us why you need this shirt for Fall with the hatchtags  #InStyleEssentials #SRCGiveaway
"@SugrRockCatwalk I need an @ISEssentials because...(you fill in the blank)"

The winner will be announced September 30, 2013. The giveaway is open to residents of the US or those with a US mailing address only. Good luck!

UK Style by French Connection Giveaway

So a couple of weeks ago I was introduced to the line UK Style by French Connection. Honestly, I haven’t looked at clothing at Sears in quite a few years and was pleasantly surprised by their new collaboration with French Connection. The retailer paired with the brand to create a line of super affordable clothing for Men, Women and Children. I had a chance to check out the well priced line in-person and pick out an outfit from the Spring/Summer 2011 closet to giveaway to all of you lovely readers.

Honestly, I was super impressed by the satin ruffle top and all the detailing it included including inset lace considering the retail price of just $36.90 so that was the basis for this outfit. I also am a fan of baby doll tops because they are great for going out and knowing that you can eat til your heart’s content. To pair with the top since I am a fan of grey wash denim, I picked a super cute cropped pair that retail for $29.90. Since I didn’t want a completely monochromatic look, I thought I could liven it up for Spring with a super soft jersey cardigan in a fresh green tone.

For your chance to win this outfit- the jeans, blouse and cardigan – (accessories not included) just like us and UK Style on Facebook. Then Like the post about the giveaway. Just so you know, the top is a size XS, and the jeans are a size 4. Unfortunately there can be no size substitutions. Enter by May 5, 2011 (contest only open to those with valid US mailing address).

All photography courtesy of the wonderful James S. Rand.

Chance to Win: Chanel from DesignerSocial

Who doesn't love Chanel? This month, DesignerSocial is giving away away a vintage caviar chain bag. It's easy to enter - just click this link and answer three easy questions. And if you've got likeminded friends (read, shopping-obsessed friends), get $1 for every friend who signs up while you're at it!

Good luck! I hope one of you win.

Sugar Rock Giveaway: $100 Shopbop Gift Card Round 2

We're excited to announce another fantastic giveaway for a $100 gift card to Shopbop.

Last time Alice from Long Island City won and put her card towards a cream wrap dress from Velvet. What would you buy? Maybe a new pair of fall wedges or a pair of Hunter boots for wet slushy days? Hopefully not a pair of Ugg boots. We think you can do better. ;)

While you're at Shopbop, be sure to check out their many pages of designer clothing sale. Sizes are limited, but if you're lucky, you can find a sweet deal.

Just leave a comment with what you'd pick up from shobop.com if you won, your name and your email for a chance to win. And to avoid having your email picked up by spam bots, type your email like this - name at domain dot com. Contest ends Friday, October 15th. Winner will be selected at random and notified via email.

Sugar Rock Giveaway: $100 Shopbop Gift Card

We're giving away a $100 Shopbop gift card. Shopbop is one of our favorite online shops, as they have a great selection of designer goods and helpful style guides. Designer goods can be a little pricey, so I tend to browse Shopbop Sale at the end of each season for 50-75% off retail prices.

Shopbop is perhaps best known for their huge offering of denim, everything from denim skirts to light wash jeans.

To enter this giveaway, leave a comment with your name, email, and a link to what you would spend your $100 gift card on. I've been eyeing some Rag and Bone Jeans and their smock dress.

Contest ends Thursday, August 26th at 8PM EST. Winner will be notified Friday, August 27th.

Milly Cabana Contest

Boy, New York getting hot. To celebrate the arrival of summer, Milly is launching a Cabana Contest! They're giving away $1,200 worth of Cabana merchandise: a signature Milly paisley-print bandeau bikini, cotton lace cover-up, luxe terry cloth tote and matching beach blanket with detachable pillow.

For a chance to win, just go to Milly's Facebook page, click on the contest and enter your name and contact info. With temperatures rising, who wouldn't want to win some super cute swimwear and accessories?

The contest ends on July 2nd, just in time for the holiday weekend, when the lucky winner will be announced and also receive $1 toward millyny.com for every Milly Facebook friend in their network.

Screening: PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME

CONTEST ENDS TONIGHT!!!
Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films invite you and the readers of Sugar Rock Catwalk to the advance screening of PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME.


10 winners will receive an admit-two pass to the advance screening of PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME, Tuesday, 5/25, 7:30PM at a Manhattan theatre.

Visit Disney.com/PrinceOfPersia and leave a comment on Sugar Rock Catwalk including your name, email and what you are most excited to see in the film.

Set in the mystical lands of Persia, PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME is an epic action‑adventure about a rogue prince (JAKE GYLLENHAAL) and a mysterious princess (GEMMA ARTERTON) who race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time—a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.

For more movie information, visit Disney.com/PrinceOfPersia or Text: PRINCE to Disney (347639)

No purchase necessary. Must be 13 years or older to enter. Seating is first come, first serve. Ticket does not guarantee you a seat. Contest begins at 12:01 AM, Monday, 5/17. Contest ends at 11:59 PM, Thursday, 5/20. Winners will be randomly selected to receive an admit two pass to the advance screening on Tuesday, 5/25.

IN THEATRES MAY 28

Giveaway: dirtystory Peacock Cuff

We're giving away a peacock cuff from dirtystory. You might recall seeing a similar cuff in a few Style Diary posts.

dirtystory is a project by former-microbiologist, Michelle. She started experimenting with materials after paying way too much for a pair of earrings that she later realized were decorated with rub-on transfers.

Michelle starts her process by imaging what would look good on a wrist, then designs in Photoshop. She uses an image transfer technique and coats each piece several times with crystal clear, waterproof, glass-like lacquer. It really works! My arm and cuff have yet to turn green, even though the rain.
Thank you to Michelle for making this giveaway possible! I really love my cuff, so I'm really excited to be give one away to a Sugar Rock Catwalk reader.

For a chance to win, leave a comment with your favorite item from dirtystory's store, name and email address - spell out the dot com so your spam robot doesn't pick up your address. Contest is open to US and Canada residents and ends Thursday, 10/01/09.

Charm Necklace Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Karen from California!
She won our giveaway for this Marc by Marc Jacobs charm necklace. Thank you everyone who entered - and everyone who emailed to say they would have entered if they used Twitter!

We've got another giveaway coming your way, so stay tuned.

Giveaway: Marc by Marc Jacobs Charm Necklace

We're giving away a fun charm necklace from Marc by Marc Jacobs (retail value $128)! We would love for you to share the blog with your friends, so for this giveaway, we're doing a Twitter contest!

To enter, tweet what you like about Sugar Rock Catwalk by midnight of next Tuesday, September 8. We'll checking entries via Twitter, so be sure to link back to us @SugrRockCatwalk (no "a" in Sugar). Contest is open to US and Canada residents and ends Tuesday, 9/8/09.

In lieu of Labor Day, contest has been extended by 24 hours. Contest ends midnight Wednesday, 9/9/09.

Congratulations, Carolyn!

Congratulations to Carolyn from Northern California!
She won our POSSIBLE New York starfish necklace giveaway! Just in time for the last stretch of summer. Can you believe August is already here?

Giveaway: POSSIBLE New York Necklace

This week we've giving away this lovely gold starfish necklace from POSSIBLE New York. The piece is perfect for summer. It would look great with a bohemian dress or even just a plain tee.

POSSIBLE New York is a new accessories line by Polar Buranasatit. All the elements in each necklace and charms set are hand-sculpted, hand-painted and hand-picked. His latest collection, Endless Summer, was inspired by "carefree and nostalgic feel of a summer beach lifestyle." For more on POSSIBLE New York, check out possiblenewyork.blogspot.com.
For a chance to win, leave a comment with your favorite item from POSSIBLE New York's store, name and email address - spell out the dot com so your spam robot doesn't pick up your address. Contest is open to US and Canada residents and ends Tuesday, 7/28/09.

*make sure you mention your favorite item to be eligible to win!

Company 81 Giveaway Winner: Alex

Congratulations to Alex from Katy, TX!
She won our Company 81 plaid button down giveaway. Her shirt is on its way! And maybe if we're lucky, we'll have pictures of her rockin' the plaid on the blog next week.

Giveaway: Company 81 Plaid Button Down

Looking for the perfect plaid shirt? Company 81 has some great options at affordable price points!

We're giving away this men's plaid button down from Company 81 (men's size medium). For a chance to win, simply leave a comment with your name and email address - spell out the dot com so your spam robot doesn't pick up your address.

Enter by ends midnight, July 1st and the winner will be announced Friday, July 3rd.

Contest is open to those with US residence/mailing addresses only. Sorry, if that doesn't include you. We're thinking of you and are trying to find more giveaways!

Results Are In: Cole Haan Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Shellee!
Thank you to everyone who entered. We hope to bring you more giveaways in the future! Just a little something to give back to our lovely readers. :)

Cole Haan Keychain Giveaway

We've got a little giveaway for you courtesy of the Independent Fashion Bloggers and Cole Haan. To enter, simply leave a comment with your name and email address - spell out the dot com so your spam robot doesn't pick up your address! Winner will be chosen at random and announced Monday, March 16th.