Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Shabby Apple Giveaway Winner


And the winner of the $50 Shabby Apple Gift Certificate is…

JENN

Congratulations! Watch your inbox for an email, Jenn!


Her Favorite items are the Foxglove Top, Dazzling Day Shoes and Elise Brooch. (Which I do have to say are quite lovely!)

Thank you all for entering and for checking out Shabby Apple!

Friday, April 26, 2013

$50 Shabby Apple Gift Certificate Giveaway!

Happy Friday, everyone! Not only is the weekend just a few short hours away, but I have a fantastic giveaway to share with you today — a $50 Shabby Apple gift certificate!



If you're a follower of my blog, you've probably seen Shabby Apple before, but if not, let me introduce you! It's no secret that I shop almost exclusively online. Not only can I not handle the people I have to deal with in public (you know you're shaking your head in agreement), but I just can't find the unique selection I am looking for. I have a few online favorites, and Shabby Apple is definitely one of them.


I am currently swooning over their vintage style clothing section, you can check it out here. The Mint Tea Dress (shown above) - swoon! Their pieces have all the things I love – rich colors, ruffles, bows, scallops, what's not to love! And with summer just around the corner, they also have a nice variety of retro style swimsuits, which are my favorite, because even in my prime I was never one for a string bikini! Give me a full coverage bottom any day.


I could ramble on all day about my favorites all day, but let's get to it! For a chance to win the $50 gift certificate, please pop over to Shabby Apple and find your favorite clothing item, pair of shoes and an additional accessory (bag, scarf, etc) and tell me what they are in a comment below. You must also include your first name and an email address.

For an extra entry, visit my shop, lillyella, and tell me what your favorite piece is!


This contest is open through Monday evening and I will announce the winner on Tuesday morning, so please stop back to see if you've won.

Open to US residents only. Sorry, international friends! 


I hope you have fun browsing and have a fantastic, fun-filled weekend!

~ nicole

Friday, April 19, 2013

new in the shop (and the last before the move!)


Happy Friday, friends! I posted some new items in the shop this week – a few necklaces and, of course, more bracelets!

I'm sad to say that I think this will be the last shop update before the big move out to Colorado. All I want to do lately is create, but what I really *need* to do is pack! The thought of a nice, big dedicated work space in my future is helping to keep me pressin' on though! 



I will probably need to close up the shop in about two weeks, but in the meantime I hope you'll stop by and check out my new creations.







Use coupon code HAPPYFRIDAY for 10% off any order thru Monday,
 and have a very merry weekend!

~nicole

Thursday, April 18, 2013

shoe sale!

Since I seem to have more shoes than anything else (except jewelry supplies, of course!), every time we move I try to lighten the load by shedding a few pairs. This is, as you can imagine, difficult! But sometimes I think that moving is good for this very reason, just like having company forces you to clean when you might otherwise not care enough!

So, below are the pairs I'm shedding this move. All of which I have loved dearly! Some made the list because I've had them long enough to be bored with them ;) or because they just arent flattering on me or because I just never wear black anymore! They are all in great condition and I've included specifics about size, fit, wear and price below each pair. I am most commonly an 8. Sometimes I wear an 8.5, sometimes a 7.5. My feet are slightly more narrow than average, I'd say, and I have a high arch.

I will calculate actual shipping costs based on your address but one pair will range from $6-8, two or three pairs will range from $9 - 13 depending on what state you live in. These are US costs only, I can estimate international costs with an address.

If you'd like a pair (or pairs!), just send me an email (nicole@lillyella.com) with your address and I'll give you a total. Payment will be through paypal (you don't need an account to use, can pay with a credit or debit card).

Feel free to email or comment below with any questions - thanks!



SOLD Red Patent Kitten Heels – $8
These are just darling! I used to wear them all the time when I had an office job, but just don't wear them enough these days. They deserve to be flaunted! 
Predictions Brand, manmade materials. Size 8, fits true to size. 1 1/4" kitten heel. In excellent condition.




Lifestride Ariel Sandal - $20
I bought these during my first disgustingly hot NC summer. I've never been a sandal person, but I kept trying. These are adorable and comfortable, but I'm just not a sandal person! I wore them twice, so they are in perfect condition.
LifeStride Brand, leather upper. Size 8N, fits true to size. I think these would also fit a 7.5 since they are narrow.




Merona Slingbacks - $6
Here I begin with the black shoes :) Ive needed them occasionally for a specific event and then I never wear them again. I just never wear black! (Says the girl with five pairs of yellow shoes :) 
Merona Brand from Target. Manmade materials. Size 8, true to size or slightly small. Heel strap is adjustable. Excellent condition.




Seychelles Flats - $8
LOVE these! Through a comical twist of events, I ended up with two pairs of these! They are awesome, they are seychelles. 'nuff said. The color is hard to portray, they aren't silver, but more of a slightly darker warm pewter. very cool, very neutral. 
Size 8, fits true to size. Excellent condition.




Urban Outfitters Spectator Flat - $8
Swoon. I'm sad to part with these, but they are one pair that just didn't get along with my feet. Size 7.5, fits large, more like an 8 and slightly wider. Manmade materials, in excellent condition.




SOLD Saks Fifth Avenue Kitten Heels - $12
Italian leather, need I say more? I received a $100 Saks gift card from a client once and was thrilled to find these in the clearance section (though still costing the entirety of my gift card!). I also used to wear these to work all the time, but just don't pull them out enough anymore. They are a lovely green suede and warm coppery brown leather.
They are marked 9 1/2, but fit more like an 8 1/2. The heel strap is adjustable. There is some wear to the soles (but still sturdy and no where near any holes!) and there are some scuffs and nicks in the pointed toe area that need some shoe polish.




Dollhouse Flats - $8
I fell in love with the comfort and cute little triangle cut outs of these shoes! They are like wearing slippers. I always end up thinking I need a pair of basic black shoes, then never wear them! The little cutouts have silver underneath, though some spots are kind of a light brown in some areas like the silver faded, just not the most high quality materials, but otherwise worn once and like new.
Dollhouse Brand, manmade materials. Size 8, fits true to size.




American Eagle Silver Flats - $6
These used to be my go-to summertime shoes, they pretty much go with anything! Now I have too much color, and kind of like black, I just never grab them first anymore. They are nice and sturdy and well made, in excellent condition.
Size 8.5, fits true to size (they are a tad long on me). Manmade materials.


Friday, March 29, 2013

It's a Good Friday

Happy Friday, folks! This will be short and sweet because I still have to finish my taxes (eek!) and practice, practice, practice for the big Easter performance I'm playing in this weekend.

Enjoy 15% off everything in the shop today with coupon code GOODTOYOUFRIDAY

And with that, I'm off! But I'll leave you with a peek at what's coming to the shop in the weeks ahead. What do you think?




Hope you have a fantastic day! xo ~ nicole

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

new in the shop

Morning, friends! I added a few new pieces to the shop last night.

I hope you'll stop by and take a peek!

I'll also be listing a handful of new carved stone rose bracelets 
to the shop tonight or tomorrow.


Have a fantastic day!

Friday, March 15, 2013

happy weekend shop discount


Happy Friday, friends!

Take 10% off everything in the shop thru Sunday night with code IRISHLUCK. 

Have a fabulous weekend and go easy on the green beer!

xo ~ nicole