Twisted Orchid Mad Style Handbags & Accessories Review

When it comes to shopping for holiday gifts, I’ll admit that I don’t make things too easy for my husband. Although he continues to ask me what I want, I have a hard time coming up with something that is fun enough to suit me while also being practical enough that he’ll buy it. Where do you find something that combines personality and style with a budget?

Recently I’ve found that place and it offers everything from women’s handbags, clutches and purses to stunning fashion jewelry to scarves and hair accessories: Twisted Orchid. Available in specialty stores and online, this site features fabulous finds that are perfect for gifting that range from $5 to $70. Check out this small selection of things that you can find there…

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For me, I’m a big fan of handbags and when I saw that Twisted Orchid had combined their stylish fashion sense with a convenient, portable toiletry bag, I knew that the Black-White Traveler would be something that would come in handy for quite some time.

Measuring in at approximately 8″ tall, 8″ wide and 3″ deep, this cute little bag has one main pocket accessed by the curved zipper on the front…

…which features great slots on the inside of the flap for something thin like a toothbrush. On the back, there is one flat zippered pocket that provides even more storage.

Because of the small size, I won’t use this as my main toiletry bag for longer trips (but will bring it as a great case for accessories, hair clips for my girls, etc), however, it is perfect for a shorter, overnight jaunt. We often visit my in-laws’ house for the weekend, so being able to grab something small and portable like this is extremely convenient!

I love the lightweight feel to the Black-White Traveler as well as the smooth, satin fabric (which is washable with warm water and liquid soap) and the overall way that the stripes and polka dot patterns work for a cute, eye-catching look. Best of all, this bag retails for $9, making it a perfect stocking stuffer for anyone on your list that enjoys traveling. Add a few travel bottles and a small bar of soap inside and you’re set with a great gift!

Whether you’re looking for a chic purse, a trendy wallet, a pair of earring with bling, or a fashionable scarf, Twisted Orchid and their collection of Mad Style items are sure to please. Better yet, in addition to their free shipping within in the continental U.S., you can also receive a 20% discount on any purchase simply by entering the promo code TWISTED at checkout!

To view the full line of Mad Style products, visit the Twisted Orchid website and connect with them on Facebook.

This post was written for Mad Style who provided the complimentary item in exchange for my honest review.

Tiny Revolution

Every once in a while a clothing company will come along and make me feel inspired. Whether it’s through their products, their charitable contributions, or just being green – they make me stop and think about the ways that I can contribute to the overall good of our environment and the people within it. Tiny Revolution is one of these companies.

Tiny Revolutionary - the ultimate cool baby tee and organic baby clothes shop on the web where peace, love & equality aren’t just for grown-ups. We believe that children are our most precious natural resource and that by teaching them the values of social responsibility we can create a new world full of love for all of us! We offer an extensive line of quality designer baby tees, cool baby clothes & unique baby gifts. Tiny Revolutionary has something for any do-gooder baby, mama or papa in your life.

I recently had the opportunity to review a tee of my choice from the Tiny Revolution website and even though there were so many cool designs I knew immediately which one I wanted . . . a tee for Kaila that said “I’ll change the world someday” ($22). Isn’t it amazing how one simple sentence can be so powerful?

The cotton/polyester/rayon shirt is ultra soft and comfortable. There are no itchy tags or pokey seams. In fact, it’s so soft that even I want to get one now. Plus, their clothing are made 100% sweatshop free and uses non-toxic and water-based inks.

However, probably one of the best things about Tiny Revolution are all of the charities that they work with.

• Save a Child’s Heart: provides life-saving heart surgeries to babies and children in poor and war torn countries.
• One Village at a Time: to provide education and support to struggling communities in Africa, particularly those hardest hit by the AIDS epidemic.
• Hands to Hearts International: makes the world a better by sharing critical knowledge about early childhood development to communities compromised by poverty and conflict.

Or you can select your own charity to support from their list of participating partners where $1 will be donated for each item that you purchase. How cool is that?

So stop by Tiny Revolution today and not only will you get quality inspirational clothing but you’ll also be helping the environment and people who live there.

This post was written for Tiny Revolution who provided the complimentary product in exchange for our honest review.

Matching Outfits by Three Dots & Three Little Dots

One of the fun things about having a household full of girls is that we get to dress alike. I figure I should take advantage of it now while I still have a say in what they wear. However, dressing alike can sometimes get expensive so I’m grateful for companies like Three Dots & Three Little Dots at Zappos.

Three Dots & Three Little Dots apparel is designed to be more than just fashion collections – they’re a lifestyle. Both offer simple & classic All-American styles that never go out of fashion, as well as top-quality, durable fabrics that last forever. In fact, Three Little Dots is a brand that lets kids go out to play all day, and still look cute, fashionable and clean for dinner.

We had the opportunity to review a surprise item from both clothing line and was very happy with our outfits. We both received solid colored scoop neck dresses and found them to be ultra soft. I couldn’t believe how comfortable they felt and I actually considered sleeping in mine because I didn’t want to take it off. In fact, I’ve been taking it with me on all my layovers because it takes up pretty much no room in my rollerboard and it’s the perfect outfit to wear whether I’m having dinner with the crew, hanging out in my room, or making a quick stop at the mall.

As for Kacie, she says the material feels like silk against her skin. She really likes that the dress slips over her head which makes it so much easier for her to get herself ready in the morning. She also likes the generous cut of the dress and enjoys twirling around and around . . . just like a true girl. She said this dress makes her feel pretty.

Both dresses are made from 100% cotton, are machine washable, and would be great worn alone or layered during cooler weather. And after checking out their official Three Dots boutique, I may have add a few more pieces to my wardrobe.

Thank you to Three Dots and Three Little Dots for the complimentary items to help facilitate this review.

 

 

Sassi Momma Handbag Review

From the time I was pregnant with my first child until now, I’ve gone through a variety of bags.

From the large, bulky diaper bag that took up far too much space to the stylish small one that held nearly nothing, I’ve tried them all. And now, as I am on the tail end of needing a diaper bag, I can only look back and shake my head at the wasted money. Not only did I purchase multiple bags, but what am I left with? As I’m not going to carry a bag that looks like a diaper bag when I no longer need to, it means that my too-large collection is destined for friends, donations or my next yard sale.

Instead, it makes much more sense to select one. One unique, high quality, ultra-fashionable, extremely versatile handbag that can be used pre-baby, throughout childhood, and then beyond that essentially transforms to meet the needs of women through all of the stages of their life.

Does that exist? It does now thanks to Sassi Momma.

Focusing on their mission to improve the dreadful appearance of current diaper bags as well as alleviate handbag organizational difficulties for all women, Sassi Momma’s elegant, one-of-a-kind line of D’imorga Handbags are everything you need all in one place.

With the idea that I would be able to utilize a handbag as a diaper bag, an ordinary purse, a laptop bag, an overnight bag or more and still have it be this attractive, I couldn’t wait to see the Jordyn Bag in Tangerine in person.

Measuring in at 16.75″ x 16.75″ x 4.25,” this is a generously-sized handbag that includes every feature that I could possibly need. The genuine leather is soft and vibrant (it is also available in Sky Blue) and immediately as I removed it from the dust cover, it was evident that this was a very high quality bag.

Looking inside, I was amazed at the two large zippered compartments – not only because there was plenty of room to store all of my belongings (and those that I might need for my children), but at the sheer number of pockets. Sassi Momma had arrived to finally make my life organized!

As I looked in, I began to understand to why they had so thoughtfully included illustrations as a hint to what each compartment might be used for…

I have never been so amazed by the organizational possibilities of a handbag before, I really haven’t.

First, the side designed for mom:

The outer portion of this compartment features a key hook, cell phone pocket, wallet pocket, and a jewelry/accessory pocket and each one is exactly the size it needs to be. Instead of trying to cram my wallet in where it doesn’t really fit or slipping my cell phone into a pocket where it slides around, Sassi Momma found just the right measurements.

On the other side of this compartment, there is a small upper pocket where you could put change or keep the included Sassi Momma Signature Mirror safely tucked in, a sunglasses/eyewear pocket, and a makeup pocket.

Instead of having to dig into the depths of my purse to find my sunglasses when I need them, they now have their own pocket… and I can even pull out the perfect little Signature Mirror to check how I look in them! Just on “my” side alone, there is enough space so that I can easily have all of my items within reach and no matter if I’m going to dinner, for an overnight trip or traveling, the multifunctional aspects are great.

However, that’s just one side! The second compartment for baby (or just as bonus space) contains just as many innovative and convenient touches:

The outer portion of this compartment features a pacifier or iPod nano elastic pocket, a diapers or iPad/Kindle pocket, a wipes or coupons/receipts pocket, a covered, separated pocket for jars of baby food or small bottles of water, and two slots for baby utensils or pens and pencils.

Talk about organization! Of course if you don’t carry coupons or your iPad, you can use those pockets for just about anything, but the fact that they are there and make it possible to place your items into their own spots makes it so much less likely that you’ll be digging and digging when you are trying to find them.

The final side to this bag, the inner portion of the second compartment, features a pocket for baby clothes or a changing pad (the Jordyn Bag comes with a gorgeous genuine leather one) or an address book/calendar and two elastic pockets that are designed for toys, bottles, lotion or clothes or shoes for you.

The entire interior of this bag is made of waterproof nylon, so wiping up spills or liquid is a breeze and just being able to reach inside and know precisely things are located is nearly priceless.

The attached arm strap measures approximately 16″ and easily rests on my shoulder or in the crook of my elbow without problem…

…but for longer trips or when I just feel as though I need extra length, the detachable shoulder strap, which measures around 32,” allows the Jordyn Bag to hang comfortably over my shoulder or across my body as well.

I have yet to find something that the Jordyn Bag can’t do.

I don’t have to take my eyes off of the road to pull out a tissues for my daughter when we’re driving and when we’re at the park, it takes only a second to go straight to the pocket with the Band-Aids for her younger sister. When I’m packing up my laptop to leave the house, it slips right in the bag and I use the elastic pockets on the bonus side to hold my mouse and cord. This bag does it all!

I’ve seen handbags in the past that have claimed to be multifunctional, but Sassi Momma has created one that truly can transform to work for all of the different needs that women have and which role in our lives we are in. Although their bags cost more than what you might find in the store (the Jordyn Bag retails for $280), these aren’t just going to serve as a diaper bag or just as a laptop bag, the high quality of their items are going to last a lifetime and would make an absolutely amazing gift!

More information (and drool-worthy pictures) about Sassi Momma’s collection of bags (as well as their D’imorga Handbags, they have beautiful oversize clutch bags) can be found on their website. You can also connect with this innovative company on Facebook and Twitter.

This post was written for Sassi Momma who provided the complimentary product in exchange for my honest review.

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