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giveaway: pretty in plaid by jen lancaster

May 5, 2009 | Chicago, books, giveaway, hilarious things

Sometime last week I got an email asking if I would like to review a copy of Jen Lancaster’s (of Jennsylvania fame) new book, Pretty in Plaid. My response was something like, “Duh, of course.” Then I seen the trailer she made for the book and knew this was probably the best idea ever.

Then I thought about you guys and asked for a second copy to giveaway to my readers. I know many of you are fans of her other books, Bitter is the New Black, Bright Lights, Big Ass and Such a Pretty Fat so I figured it would be a pretty sweet giveaway! Bitter is the New Black is probably one of my favorite books because Jen is just so ridiculously hilarious. Plus, she has two really cute puppies. AND is from Chicago!

Pretty in Plaid is all about Jen’s life through clothing and how your clothing defines you as a person. I just dug into it but I will be sure to write about my thoughts once I wrap it up!

Catch Jen Lancaster on her book tour where she is encouraging everyone to show up in their fiercest 80s garb. See the dates here and make sure you say hi to me at the Chicago stop on May 28th!

So like I said, I’m going to be giving one of copy of Pretty in Plaid away. How do you win, you ask?

Do you feel like how you dress defines who you are? Do you have that staple status piece in your wardrobe that makes you feel just awesome when you rock it?

(Mine is my Marc by Marc Jacobs bag. I adore it! It’s gorgeous and buttery soft and goes with everything. Plus, duh, it’s Marc Jacobs.)

How to enter:

You must answer the above question in a comment.

For an extra entry: twitter about this giveaway and link to your tweet in the comments. (You can follow me on Twitter here.)

For another extra entry: post your own entry about this giveaway and link back to it in the comments here.

Do it by 11:59PM on Monday May 11th.

Winner will be announced Tuesday May 12th.

I feel like wardrobe molds who you are– even though I’m all for people not letting their close speak for them, my outfit usually sets my mood for the day.

Maxies last blog post..You Know I’m Missin’ You.

I have a cotton red dress that is easy to dress up sexy with high heels and a necklace or dress down casual with flip flops and a tank top underneath. I actually just wore it in the video I just posted, ha. I always get compliments when I wear it, and I wish I had bought five when I got it.

Looked at the book trailer – loved that, never seen a trailer for a book before. Very cool.

Rebeccas last blog post..How to start a video blog – the definitive guide

You know…I go through so many outfits that i wear ALL THE TIME and then grow sick of. my absolute favorite piece of clothing though is this green, yellow, purple and white floral silk top from banana republic. It was a complete splurge and i absolutely love it. It looks fabulous on me and makes my hair look awesome. I want to wear it all year round even though its really a spring/summer look.

I agree with Maxie, your wardrobe shapes who you are.

I LOVE JEN LANCASTER and all her books, she’s such a fabulous writer!

ashleys last blog post..27 Years Ago Today….

I have two items – my huge YSL Tribute Tote, black patent leather, that always puts my outfit together and makes me feel fierce!
And my other is my 3.1 Phillip Lim over sized cardigan, black with sequined pockets, because I can dress it up, or wear it thrown over yoga pants and no one knows the difference!

my signature item is probably either my NEW MARC JACOBS BAG or maybe my big ass hoop earrings.

that’s pretty much my trademark, i guess, the earrings. i wear ‘em a lot.

oh and black. i wear A LOT of black.

tias last blog post..Bloggers write books.

you know my signature piece jamie! my red chloe bag – it totally defines me and i love it so much.

and like tia above, i love me some black, i’m almost always wearing it and feel the most comfortable in it.

I don’t think my clothes define me. My Louboutin and Prada shoes make me feel extra confident when I wear them. No matter how cheap the rest of my outfit are, when worn with those shoes I always feel like a million bucks!

freeteymes last blog post..Look: Birds, blooms and the Piano

How funny – I’ve just started reading Bitter is the New Black for book club and I am THOROUGHLY enjoying it. On the rare occasion that I get around to it, I love making my own clothes – designed by me and completely unique.

Allies last blog post..Favorite Photos of the Week

To an extent I think what we wear defines us, but not too much. As long as you don’t take your style to any certain extreme, I don’t think people will stereotype you.

As for something I love to wear? I have two plain black tees (one v-neck and one low scoop neck) that hug my curves so beautifully. Both of those tees make me feel so confident. I love it because they’re not very dressy, but I can wear them on a night out or when I’m just lounging at home.

Angelas last blog post..Fear

Just ONE item? Ugh. Hard. I guess my pick of the season are my (mustard) yellow patent leather peep toes from Christin Michaels. Small buckle detail on the side, nearly a 4″ heel… I’m still, um, learning to walk in them…

elle michelles last blog post..Don’t let this happen to you

If I have to pick just ONE item in my closet then I would say my black Louboutin pumps. Why? It’s timeless. You can combine them with everything ALL the time and they compliment your outfits and make you even more fabulous. It’s around 4 inches tall too, don’t make me start on how sexy these heels make you

andharis last blog post..Can I order a shoulder to cry on?

My clothes don’t define me as a person. Accessories, however? They are each like little words in the dictionary of my life. My go-to piece when I’m feeling like my outfit need a punch is a Kathy Van Zeeland purse in a fun Geranium color. And when I’m fishing for compliments, I wear my black wedges with cork heels. If these items are worn together, you know I’m out to cause trouble.
Thanks for the chance to win such a great book! I fell in love with Jen Lancaster’s writing after a friend told me that she reminded her of a bitter version of myself. I am totally taking that as a compliment.

So I would have to say my signature item is my Coach bag. No matter where I am or what the season is I always have a black Coach bag with me. Classy and simple. Which I would say for sure sums up my style. So hoping I win the giveaway! I have added you to my blog!

Michelles last blog post..Let’s See

I have a silver and green bangle bracelet that just transforms me (I think, anyway!). Plus any kind of heel, must have those heels.

Three words: little black dress. I put it on, and instantly feel like I have the power!

I definitely think that the way we dress expresses us; but doesn’t really define us completely. As for the one piece in my cupboard that makes me feel like a rock star?

A new black blazer-ish sequined jacket. I dress it down with Converse, ripped jeans, a T and smudgy black eyeliner and WOW; makes me want to strut my stuff.

Hopes last blog post..Chick lit blogging

To be honest I don’t really have a signature piece of clothes or accessory because I have way too many purses… I often envy the girls who have just a purse or two (or even three or four) but have one they always use because it goes with everything and they always love it.

The way we dress defines us, people will always judge you on your appearance. At least here in France it is a national sport, so I guess I always expect to be evaluated on my looks.
It won’t stop me to keep on wearing skirts, no matter the season, hot or cold. I guess that’s my independent move, and I sure rock in it!

Lolas last blog post..Golden Ticket

I love bitter is the new Black!! Anyways.. I definitely thinking clothing expresses who you are. It’s one of the only things people can look at and tell just a bit about your personality. My signature item- my black boots. They have a skinny heel and they’re snug around my calves and they’re soft and just amazing. They make me feel good whenever I wear them.

Jackies last blog post..I found the answer!

I don’t think that how I dress defines me. What defines me is how I carry myself and my attitude. I do have a signature item however, my tan pants. They are my go to item to look pulled together fast, and bonus they don’t show my dogs hair.

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I don’t feel like my clothes define who I am, especially because I don’t have the money to dress the way that I feel. I do, however, feel shoes define a person…I’m weird like that!
The clothing item that makes me feel great is a pair of spanks. As embarrassing as this is to admit, they give me a confidence boost!

Stacys last blog post..A Little Goes a LOOONG Way.

for real, i don’t know if i have a piece of clothing that i think defines me…

hmmm….thinking here…

someone said their boots and i have to agree, my brown boots from banana (probably the most expensive pair of shoes i own) always make me feel confident. too bad i wore them too much last winter and i broke them. womppppp wompppppp.

Working Girl Twos last blog post..For My Fellow Chicago WG’s

I have a Louis Vuitton Speedy bag that I bought for my 24th bday and I haven’t bought a bag since- it’s the perfect size, goes with everything and will never go out of style! I’m also a huge fan of Jen and can’t wait to read this book whether or not I win a copy!

My robin-egg blue pumps. Love them, and they make me feel super sassy when I wear them.

Miss Pickles last blog post..Re-birth

I have clothes that I keep stored away just because they remind me of a certain place and time that I don’t want to forget.

My items that always make me feel great are my jewelry. I have a Judith Ripka chain and enhancer and that always make me feel awesome.

i would say, a pair of steve madden flats that i bought last month ago (they’re very colorful) or a teal blue sundress that i bought from Old Navy 2 years ago.

either way, both of those items make me happy and comfortable when i wear them.

LOVING this giveaway!

here’s my tweet: https://twitter.com/thatShortchick/status/1717138821

I definitely think that your wardrobe defines who you are but as a semi-new mom and in the economy we are in I am definitely slacking in my wardrobe. Seeing as I don’t buy all my clothes on credit anymore I find what I hope looks good on me at low prices from Kohls and Target.

Here is my link to the contest…http://lifeintheslowlane-kendra.blogspot.com/2009/05/jen-lancaster-rocks.html

You know, I was actually thinking about what my wardrobe says about me. I’m finally going to start taking the advice of “dress for the job you want, not the job you have”! Currently my wardrobe projects an old version of me, who lacked confidence and wanted to blend in and hide.

Next week I’m doing a wardrobe makeover. I’m so excited.

I do have one status piece. I have a power handbag. It’s black leather, it’s large, and a hooked in the crook of your elbow type of bag. I love it.

The other neat thing is that I’m going to see Jennifer Lancaster this Friday with a couple of bloggy pals! This would be so great to read after that.

tweet: http://twitter.com/somewhatvoluble/status/1728845784

Megans last blog post..Money Matters

I don’t think my other comment went through. Here it is:

I have one pair of jeans that I absolutely LOVE (and I try to wear them at least twice a week). I definitely think my wardrobe defines my personality.

Megans last blog post..Money Matters

She’s going to be in DC tomorrow night and I am going to see her with a few of my favorites

I have a pair of red heels that are just so wonderful. I’ll have to take a picture sometime and post them, but they make me happy when I wear them. I also have a necklace that a friend gave me, it has gorgeous blue stones in numerous shapes and everytime I wear it, I get several compliments on it!

my staple item are my new skinny jeans, they’re pretty fabulous and make me feel awesome.

katelins last blog post..A Re-Welcome.

My zebra print Dooney & Bourke bag is my staple. I have two of them. One is black/white; the other is pink/white. I also LOVE bright fun clothing. I like conversation pieces.

Erins last blog post..On Blogging

My tweet: http://twitter.com/theerinwiggle/statuses/1729033637

Erins last blog post..On Blogging

And last but not least, my post: http://ewiggle.wordpress.com/2009/05/07/friendly-reminder/

Erins last blog post..On Blogging

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My staple piece is my Betsey Johnson lighting bolt sweater. It fits perfectly and is SO fun to look at. I wear it with my skinny jeans and feel great when I wear them. Because I look great!

A Jill of All Tradess last blog post..Picture Your Cake

Well if we define status as looking amazing… ummm… a little help here… but if we define status of how it makes me feel, my favorite is my old, faded navy blue polo with an “Exhaust Pro’s” logo embroidered on the left breast… that one old worn polo stands for months and years of work and bonding with my daddy… more than any bag, watch, dress or pair of shoes could ever be worth!

Honestly, my outfit that makes me feel like im rocking it is my new yellow dress that i wore to my formal. it’s so flattering and I’m in love with the color and the style.

Jessicas last blog post..Tragic

I’m sorry, did no one else notice that the book title is Pretty in Plaid and the socks on he cover are argyle?

And how did no one at the publisher catch this either!?

Josh – Berg with Friess last blog post..If The Fashion Police Caught Sex Predators…

I am a purse lover too! It has to be my Anya Hindmarch ebury in Red that I love to wrong. As far as a dress goes, my LBD all the way!

Besos!

In the past, I would have totally agreed with the question. Now, I certainly hope they don’t. The only thing I wear on a regular basis is work clothes (and let’s face it: they aren’t that cute.) Or maybe I just need to spice up my wardrobe? Hmm.

E.P.s last blog post..Grace in Small Things, 13/365

I don’t think it necessarily defines you, but I definitely think your style portrays your personality for the world. My weekend outfit? In the fall/spring – skinny jeans, a graphic t-shirt and my favorite Converse sneakers. I’m a hipster, I get it, but I feel cute and comfortable. In the summer – skirts and tank tops all the way. Again, COMFORT while still feeling slightly girlie

tweeeeeet!

I definitely think that they way I dress defines who I am. For example, I wear heels. Everywhere. That’s probably my staple. I like heels, the way they make me feel, and the provoke a kind of confidence in me, and I feel womanly. I don’t feel like myself without them.

ps: I doing the twitter repost AND the blog post so that I get more entries!!

La Petite Belles last blog post..Pessimist

I definitely think my wardrobe defines who I am, but only because I’ve let it become another form of expression for myself. Growing up attending parochial schools with uniforms made me truly appreciate the sense of self that fashion can give a person. What I love the post about my own closet, is that I have a staple piece for whatever mood I feel like being in that day: beach bum (linen flats), preppy (seersucker shorts), classy (black and white sundress), sporty (shorts and a tank), hippy (awesome dress from Anthropologie). It’s such a great way to showcase myself through my style!

Thanks for the great giveaway!

Holly Golightlys last blog post..Photog Friday: The Beginning

great giveaway! i love Jen Lancaster, and thus already bought her book (it’s on sale at Target for $17 for the hardcover, if anyone who doesn’t win is interested!) so I don’t want to be entered in the giveaway….

my staple piece changes pretty often, but right now it’s this midlength gauzy white wrap sweater, perfect for spring layering.

I really need a new spring handbag, though! any suggestions?

I have three light weight sweaters in white, black and gray that go with everything. I might where them too much but I absolutely love them!

bFlats last blog post..Which Dress To Choose

I have these great wedge sandals (no idea of the designer!) that everyone loves! I got them at Von Maur years ago and have not seen anyone else wear them. Each time I wear them I get several compliments on them. I love the way they make me feel tall, make my legs feel lean and how they’re not uncomfortable at all after wearing them a couple hours.
I’m going to Jen’s book signing in Minneapolis later this month and am absolutely ecstatic to meet her in person!

Ambers last blog post..How to say goodbye?

[...] giveaways: Pretty in Plaid giveaway ends tonight so make sure you enter. On the Shops blog, Ashley of Joyful Star is giving away a [...]

I don’t really think how I dress defines me. I actually wish I would dress with a little more style. But I’m pretty lost in the style department.
I’ve started wearing more accessories and I’m liking it. I have a pretty, dainty lotus flower necklace that I love, and I truly think my wedding ring/band fits my personality.

ooo i love all of her books, and the title reminds me of the WH/BM Plaid Dress I bought a few months ago thats been stuffed away in my closet! I literally got super psyched every time I saw it on a blog or in a magazine, am didn’t even mind paying full price. thats so much better then regretting never getting it

Julie Qs last blog post..The one where Julie did a cleanse

I’m with Stacey and Clinton on the fact that a wardrobe presents your first, and possibly best, face to the world! I feel absolutely fab in a great pair of jeans. That’s probably why it’s the only thing that I’ll spend a TON of money on. I’ll skip the designer shoes, jewelry and hand bag, but can’t live without designer jeans!

Jes last blog post..A Day for Just the Ladies

And my Tweet for your giveaway:

http://twitter.com/WhatJeSaid/status/1767003822

Jes last blog post..A Day for Just the Ladies

My wardrobe not only is a confidence booster but also a way to display my mood to the world. Please approach me on a happy, rainbow-hued day, but if I’m in all shades of gray and black you may want to leave me alone.

That said, my burlap-esque Coach purse with the flower, bumble bee and swarvowski accents make me happy simply because it means it must be summer-y weather!

I also RT’d for an extra entry

Lydia Hirts last blog post..Grammar is an Aphrodisiac

As soon as I slip on a great pair of sexy heels I always feel more confident. My black BCBG stiletto boots are my staple at the moment…love then with jeans or a great skirt!

I do feel that clothes change both how I feel and how others perceive me.
Nothing says WOW like my little black dress and Manolos!!!!

mj.coward[at]gmail.com

I have a Calvin Klein dress that I bought for New Years…It’s I really great LBD because I can dress it up or dress it down and works for SO MANY different occassions. It’s already appeared 3 times since New Years…and looked different each time.

Laurens last blog post..Life Support For Bananas.

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[...] P.S. Can anyone help me move my blogs? My files are too big to import and I don’t know how to do it and I’m afraid I’ll break things. P.P.S. I’m giving away a copy of Jen Lancaster’s new book (which is hilarious), Pretty in Plaid. Go enter now! [...]

As soon as I slip on a great pair of sexy heels I always feel more confident. My black BCBG stiletto boots are my staple at the moment…love then with jeans or a great skirt!

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