Last Day to Vote - Project Dress Me

Today (Sunday, July 8) is the last day you can vote for me in the Project Dress Me contest.  Even if you've already voted, you can vote again. You are allowed to vote once a day.  I'd really appreciate your help and vote. The winner will be announced on July 10.  If I win, I'll win a White by Vera Wang dress from David's Bridal and {msL} and I will win a consultation with Colin Cowie!  Thanks so much for your votes and support!  Click HERE to vote. Scroll down and you'll see me (Deb Vaughan) on the bottom row.

Click here to add your vote. You don't have to register or a be a Pinterest user.

If you'd like to take a look at my black and mercury glass inspired pin board, click here.  We are planning a rock n' roll inspired wedding with low lighting and fancy club vibe. 

Click here to see my Project Dress Me Pinterest board.

Thanks again for all of your support and for your votes!!!

Have you Voted? - Project Dress Me Finalist

If you haven't seen the good news, I am one of twelve finalists in the Project Dress Me contest!  The contest was sponsored by David's Bridal, White by Vera Wang and Colin Cowie Weddings. To enter, I had to create Pinterest board using pins from select sources. If I win, I will receive a White by Vera Wang wedding gown from David's Bridal and {msL} and I will receive a consultation with Colin Cowie!!

I'd love it if you could vote for me.  You can vote once a day until the contest ends at midnight on July 8, even on your smart phone.  Thanks in advance for your support!  Here is the link to the contest entry.  You don't have to register or be a Pinterest user to vote or see my board.


Click the link or picture below to view my Project Dress Me Pinterest board. 

 Thanks again for your support and help to win!

Project Dress Me Finalist!

Yesterday I was thrilled and excited to be notified that I am one of twelve finalists in the Project Dress Me contest!  The contest was sponsored by David's Bridal, White by Vera Wang and Colin Cowie Weddings. To enter, I had to create Pinterest board using pins from select sources. If I win, I will receive a White by Vera Wang wedding gown from David's Bridal and {msL} and I will receive a consultation with Colin Cowie!!  I'm asking for your help with the contest.  I'd love for you to vote for me.  You can vote once a day until the contest ends at midnight on July 8.  Thanks in advance for your support!  Here is the link to the contest entry.

Click the link or picture below to view my Project Dress Me Pinterest board. 

 Thanks again for your support and help to win! 

Happy Friday Real Girls!

Holiday Giveaway - The Winner!

Thanks to everyone who entered the JewelMint Holiday Giveaway!  I love that you  are all as excited about jewelry as I am. 

The winner is....

ELISABETH!!!!

I'll be sending you an email soon about your prize.

Holiday Giveaway! - Sparkle for the Season - CLOSED

 This giveaway has closed. Thanks for reading.

There is nothing I love more than a sparkling new bauble to brighten a party.  As part of their Holiday generosity, my friends at JewelMint are giving one of you Real Girls a beautiful piece of JewelMint jewelry!

My December Favorites
Cascade Earrings, Starlet Set, Rose Palace Dome Ring, Bombshell Bracelet

The contest will end on Friday, December 30. It's easy to enter. Just follow the Real Girl Runway facebook page or follow the blog here.

1. Click on this link: Real Girl Runway facebook page and Like the page.   OR   Click the Join This Site button on the right column of this blog and enter your info to follow the blog.
2. Once you've done one of these things, then leave me a comment below with your name and how you follow me.

I'll drawing of all of the entries on Friday December 30 and announce the winner.

HAPPY HOLIDAY REAL GIRLS!!

JewelMint Contest Winners!

CONGRATULATIONS

to the

Winners!!

Michelle

and

Barbara

I will be contacting you soon with details.



JewelMint Giveaway - How I Would Wear It - CLOSED

This Giveaway is CLOSED. Thanks for reading!

Yesterday I announced a contest for you, dear readers, to win a piece of JewelMint jewelry (of your choice). Using some of my favorite pieces I styled two outfits for fall.  Here is how I'd wear them.

A leather skirt with a sheer blouse mixes two amazing textures and looks. Adding the bold, gold jewelry and patent Mary Janes, gives the look polish.

These punk jewelry pieces were crying out for some boots and fur. Mixing it all with a lady like, bow tie blouse gives it an unexpected twist.

Here's how to enter:

• Follow the blog, by clicking Follow in the right column (if you already follow just let me know).
• Leave a comment on this post or on the facebook page.  In your comment tell me your favorite JewelMint piece(s) and how you'd wear it.
• For an extra entry: Follow me on twitter, @realgirlrunway and tweet me with your idea and the hashtag #JewelMint

I will announce the winner on Friday, September 30th! 

There are TWO chances to win! I'm giving away not one but TWO pieces of jewelry!  Go to the JewelMint site and sign up today!

How would you wear your favorite piece?



JewelMint Giveaway - How Would You Wear It? - CLOSED

THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED!

My love of JewelMint is well known. Over the summer I was lucky enough to style three beautiful JewelMint pieces. I used the Farrah Necklace, the Isis Earrings and the Scarab Ring for a weekend trip. It was fun to take those three pieces and dream up different ways to wear them. In reality we do that every day. Most of us don't have an unlimited budget. We take the jewelry we already have and dream up new and different ways to wear it and combine it with different outfits.

My friends at JewelMint are offering TWO readers the chance to win a free piece of JewelMint jewelry!  I'd love to know how you'd wear your JewelMint piece or pieces.  Below are some of my favorites.  Pick one of these pieces or a favorite of yours and tell me which piece(s) you love and how you'd wear it.

From the top left clockwise:

Farrah necklace
Isis earrings
Scarab Ring

Steam Punk Earrings
Silver Zip Bracelet
New Wave Ring

Here's how to enter:

• Follow the blog, by clicking follow in the right column (if you already follow just let me know).
• Leave a comment on this post or on the facebook page.  In your comment tell me your favorite JewelMint piece(s) and how you'd wear it.
• For an extra entry: Follow me on twitter, @realgirlrunway and tweet me with your idea and the hashtag #JewelMint

I will announce the winner on Friday, September 30th! 

There are TWO chances to win! I'm giving away not one but TWO pieces of jewelry!  Go to the JewelMint site and sign up today!  Tomorrow I will show you how I will be wearing these great pieces this fall.



Giveaway - Thrift Gift Contest!

I'm giving away TWO $25 gift certificates to Goodwill. Thrifting at its best! There is one certificate for DC area residents and one for readers in the rest of the country.

 Don't miss your chance, enter right away. Click here for instructions on how to enter. You only have a few more days. The contest will end this Friday, May 13th.  I will announce the winner on Monday, May 16th.

A Bridal Fair Like No Other - FREE TICKET GIVEAWAY!

As most of you know, my Honey and I are in the process of planning our wedding. When I heard about The Nonconforming Bridal Fair being held in DC this weekend I was very excited. I am definitely not a traditional bride. For those of you who aren't traditional either, read on to get FREE tickets to the fair.

This coming Sunday, May 1st, Say I Do! And Pink Dot Concepts are hosting, The Nonconforming Bridal Fair at the ARTiculate Gallery and Studio in Washington, D.C. (1100 16th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20036) from 1pm to 4pm. 

I will be covering the event for my blog and other publications. Thanks to the folks hosting the event, I have 20 Tickets to give away!

TO GET YOUR FREE TICKETS:

Follow my blog by clicking Follow in the right column.
Leave a comment below.

Include:

Your email address

and a sentence on why you'd like to attend

If you don't leave your email address I won't be able to contact you.

The first 10 readers to respond with the information will win 2 tickets!

Entries end at Noon on Friday.

A little about the fair from their press release.

This affair, like no other in the area, will feature new takes on otherwise traditional weddings. Whether you’re looking to add a little bit of whimsy to your special day, or you’re opting to get married at the end of running a 5K, The “Nonconforming Bridal Fair” will provide resources focused on being unique. Featuring top vendors from the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area including: Dolce Delish, Belle Soeur Styles, Washington’s Best- Musicians, Indigofera Beauty, Kendra Dee Photos, Debi Parker Photography, Annette’s Creations, and AK Henna Designs. These vendors will offer guests a sneak peek of new ideas, showcase upcoming trends, and tastings of culinary treats including main courses, and desserts. This event will serve as a resource for all brides and will allow them to plan their entire wedding in one-stop. In addition to the various vendor booths, the first 100 guest will receive VIP gift bags filled with bridal goodies; the chance to win raffles totaling over $2000; and discounts at all participating vendors.


photo credits:

michellehayesphotos.com

julieharrisphotography.com

DIY Contest - DC Goodwill Fashionista

I have a little favor to ask you my readers...

Yours truly has made it to the finals of the DC Goodwill Fashionista DIY Contest! 

My chain detail jacket is a finalist. Please click on this link to the picture of my jacket, on the DC Goodwill Fashionista facebook page and Like it.  While you are there check out the DCGF page. It's GREAT!