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Angela’s Lab | Flash Sale Fever

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If you haven't discovered flash sale sites yet and you are a designer-hungry fashionista mom looking for a deal you must check them out. The craze all started with Gilt Groupe and now there are a number of flash sale sites online. You simply "apply for membership," get approved, then the daily emails start coming. I like to watch for my favorite brands in the subject line, then peruse the sale. ...Read more.

Angela’s Lab | A Northwest Tradition

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When I first moved to Arizona from Seattle in 1997, I went through major withdrawals when I discovered that the Grand Canyon State did not have a Nordstrom or a Starbucks. No Starbucks? Really? I know it's hard to believe now, since there's a Starbucks at every major intersection in Phoenix and Scottsdale (and around the world). Nordstrom opened at Scottsdale Fashion Square about a year later, so I fortunately didn't have to wait long for that to happen either. Nordstrom was a part of my childhood -- annual back-to-school shopping trips during the Anniversary Sale, searching for the perfect dress for dances and proms ...Read more.

Ask Our Style Techs | Waist-Whittling Swimsuits

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Q: I've had three kids in the last 7 years and my stomach isn't same. We are headed to the beach for 2 weeks in June and I'm dreading putting on my swimsuit. Any advice for flattering suits? - Ellen W. ...Read more.