Keepin’ It Classy: $90 Off Lisa Curran’s Chic (Not Skimpy) Swimwear
Just because it’s swimsuit season doesn’t mean you have to resort to a barely-there bikini. Don’t get us wrong — you…Read More
Shop It NowA $1,000 Forever 21 Spree Will Add Some Pretty To Your Punk (Or Vice Versa)
No matter what side of 21 you might be, certain things are forever: Pink hair is kind of amazing, nothing says summer like denim cut-offs, and bright and bold never go out of style. These cheeky-meets-charming deets are what make Forever 21's spring lookbook, featuring UK's It gal Charlotte Free, feel both timeless and fashionable — Charlotte rocks pretty-girl punk studs, cotton candy hair, and easily mixes retro tees with sophisticated color-blocking. The campaign, the first of its kind for F21, takes hints from the ultra-wearable and imbues the free-spirited nature of Charlotte with Forever 21's on-trend selection. Launching in-stores on Saturday, May 26, the first 150 visitors get a major treat: an exclusive "Love Is Free" totebag and first dibs on the collection. We swoon.
So, prepare for a crush to erupt into full-blown lust, because in celebration of the release of the Charlotte Free for Forever 21 collection, the one-stop shop is giving away a totally life-changing $1,000 F21 shopping spree. That means one lucky winner can scoop up all of the summertime cropped tops, faded tees, and Charlotte Free-inspired goods they can handle — under a grand, of course. Do we even need to tell you to hurry and sign up here for your chance to win this mega-score? Because our devotion to F21 might be around forever, but your chance to win won't be.
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Geek Out At Internet Week With Refinery29 (We Have Your Passes!)
We love the Internet. Aside from the fact that, hey, you are reading us on it, a defining facet of the R29 crew is that we thrive online. Of course, we enjoy an occasional cat GIF, but in the last 10, five, or even two years, digital interconnectedness has made the fashion world much more robust. We tweet questions to designers, turn to Pinterest for inspiration, and sit "front row" to runway shows taking place on the other side of the world. (And, yes: Videos of kitties jumping in boxes.) Clearly, the web is our heaven.
Which is why Internet Week New York is just as important to us as the tents in September and February — it is just as much a part of our industry. (Though, admittedly, we get more sleep and less blisters at IWNY.) To anyone who gets their news online (i.e., everyone), this week is chock-full of poignant panels tackling creativity on the Internet, unpacking the role of Pinterest and Instagram, and discussing why fashion rules the web. Even R29 will drop some knowledge, with founder Philippe von Borries as a key speaker discussing how the internet has made fashion and commerce accessible to the masses.
Since IWNY is relevant to anyone working in media, tech, journalism, or fashion (in other words, New York City), R29 is giving away not one, but 50 passes to the conference. Not only does that mean up-close access to these great panels (including, ahem, R29's), but that means all the perks, too — from Uber vouchers to the invite-only parties. Just sign up below to enter to be one of our 50 guests to IWNY. You'll walk away with loads of insider knowledge, crucial new contacts, and a glimpse into the future. And maybe a new favorite place to find cat GIFs.
Win This Editor-Approved Arm Party, Plus A $500 Gorjana Spree!
A confession: When gorjana tasked us to come up with our own Editor's Picks, culling from their fully stocked collection of clutches and belts, earrings and necklaces, leather wraps, gold hardware, and summery sandals, we got a tad nervous. With so much arm-candy and stackable jewelry, where should we begin? With a brand this close to our heart, we almost found ourselves unable to decide. Almost. Since gorjana offers refined classics with a twist, nails cocktail-worthy statement pieces, and scores with neon-hued leather goods, we decided — we'll choose a little bit of everything.
Our picks include a fun spin on hoop earrings and a snakeskin belt that simply slays, and because we love each piece, we've decided to give them away. Yup, for signing up below, one lucky reader can score Miami maven Leila Brillson's favorites (click through to see each of her picks!). Oh, and just so you feel your own pang of indecision, the winner will also get a $500 gift card to spend at gorjana in any way they please. That's enough to get your own arm party started...if you can decide which of gorjana's stunners you want to invite.
Our picks include a fun spin on hoop earrings and a snakeskin belt that simply slays, and because we love each piece, we've decided to give them away. Yup, for signing up below, one lucky reader can score Miami maven Leila Brillson's favorites (click through to see each of her picks!). Oh, and just so you feel your own pang of indecision, the winner will also get a $500 gift card to spend at gorjana in any way they please. That's enough to get your own arm party started...if you can decide which of gorjana's stunners you want to invite.
Score $1,000 Of Suboo's Aussie-Flavored Glam-Meets-Surf Beachwear
We've said it again and again: It's either the water, the endless sky, the vibrant colors, or the abundance of koalas, but there is something about Australian design that just does it for us. It seems as if the national palette is warm sorbets and neons, the general aesthetic is forward-thinking but approachable, and the laid-back attitude translates into effortlessness. And Aussie brand Suboo exemplifies that warm, eternal-summer attitude with flowing dresses and printed, billowing maxis. Imagine, if you will, the surfer girl, all grown up.
One of the other things we love about the Aussie sensibility is the fact that it refuses to stay put: With Suboo in over 40 USA retailers (including ScoopNYC), Yankees almost have as much access to the brand as its Australian denizens do. Now, we can get even more of an entreé to Suboo with a wicked $1,000 gift card, taking advantage of their warm-weather wares right as our summer kicks in, which'll keep one lucky winner perfectly beach-ready with kaftans, bags, and cover-alls all with that unique Aussie touch. Sign up below to score a slice of summer, and while we can't make sweeping statements about the state of Australian fashion, with brands like Suboo, we know one thing: The future (and the pigments!) are all bright.
Your Summer Crush Has Arrived: Score Platforms And Peplum With A $1,000 Isaay.com…
Multi-brand e-shops are like indie bands: They pop up and disappear in weeks, each subsisting on hype, and they all have funny names. But when we find one we love, we can't get enough of it, sharing our find with our friends and becoming nearly obsessed. But like our summer playlist, online retailer Isaay isn't filled with one-hit-wonders, but tons of impeccable stunners that'll keep us psyched all summer long. With a healthy stable of designers like Torn, Mackage, and BCBG Max Azria, there are plenty of classic dresses and megawatt shoes (colorblocked platforms in full effect, ladies). The Angeleno woman would be hard pressed to pick her favorite, from this summer's neon statement bag to high-waisted trousers for the impeccably put-together.
Unlike any of-the-moment music crush, however, Isaay has something serious to give back to you. They'll prove their staying power (in your closet, of course) with a killer $1,000 giveaway, letting one incredibly lucky reader score some serious new staples. With 360-degree viewing capacity and an ever-revolving selection of goodies, our new favorite online shop ensures that anything browsers buy is pitch perfect. So, sign up below and turn this one-stop shop into a classic you'll return to, again and again.
Stop Everything! We've Got A $1,000 Urban Outfitters Giveaway
You know it. We know it. Anyone who reads R29 knows it. We are dress maniacs — addicts, really — and we most definitely have Urban Outfitters to blame. Our most faithful everyday go-to, the impeccably stocked selection (not to mention the gorgeously dreamy editorials) send us into a tizzy every season. In fact, UO literally has it all, from designer gems that are Fashion Week-worthy to work-to-weekend options in myriad colors. But as the versatile powerhouse proves: Sometimes, these two things are the same.
With classic options in trendy cuts and fabrics (Think: A fitted tee dress rendered in a flattering knit or a kimono number in on-trend watercolors), we dare you to find an occasion that an Urban Outfitters' offering wouldn't suit. To show you how you can double up your wardrobe by creating plenty of looks in a snap, Urban Outfitters is giving away an
envy-inducing $1,000 spree.
Pair a shimmery shift with a matte cardi for sun-up, but then amp it up with statement earrings, or switch out flats with heels to make a maxi after-dark perfect. Yep, we're sorry to tell you: You have officially caught spring frock fever. You can find your cure by signing up here.
Wheels Up! Win The Utility-Chic Gypsy Moth Flight Bag By Crumpler
Here's how to tell that you're a traveling superstar: Packing a bag no longer feels like a daunting task, but an exercise in editing. You know what you need, how to carry it, and if you're stuck toting your goods around (how many times have we left straight from the office?), you aren't doing so with your college-era duffle. In fact, having a go-to carryall that doesn't inspire dread is a major step towards honing your travel Zen, which is why the cosmopolitan-meets-utility Gypsy Moth Flight Bag by Crumpler is the perfect go-anywhere option. With an over-the-shoulder component transitioning into a briefcase-like tote, you could take your Gypsy Moth from a meeting to the plane to a dinner — with only a few adjustments. Featuring ruggedly sharp criss-cross straps and pearl-finished metal fittings, the Gypsy Moth is a beautiful piece of design, and one that stands up to whatever your jetsetting life throws at you. So, whether or not you are a traveling pro, you can fake it by scoring your own Gypsy Moth Flight Bag by signing up here and entering for a chance to win one to call your own. Finding the adventures to take it on, unfortunately, is all on you.
Serena & Lily Present: The Ultimate Nursery Style Guide (And How To Win It!)
Style isn't just about the shoes you wear or the clothing you buy, but how you live your life and what you choose to do with it. So, when it comes time to expand the home and welcome a new addition, Serena & Lily understands that you don't stop caring about style. In fact, creating a nursery is a perfect time to design a haven; a place that not only your baby can feel safe in, but your own private retreat with just as much panache and joie de vivre as every other part of your world.
And because you have a million other things to worry about, Serena & Lily is a great one-stop shop for everything nursery (and nothing cookie cutter). To help you when you need a hand the most, the happy home gurus at Serena & Lily are offering a $1,000 room makeover, allowing the lucky winner to choose wares for the nursery, kid's room, or even yourself. Just sign up here for easy entry, and then ogle the welcoming designs of Serena & Lily by clicking through or on their gorgeously curated Pinterest boards. For inspiration, we've turned to the classicism of the east coast and the vibrance of the west coast, demonstrating that wherever you live, Serena & Lily can help you create the chic home of your dreams.
Basic, Bold, And Bright: Win A $1,500 American Apparel Shopping Spree
We write all the time about investment pieces, those classic goods that'll carry you beyond this season. But an investment item doesn't have to cost half of your paycheck. Purchasing something that'll have closet longevity means picking something you know will be timeless. Which is why American Apparel is more than basics — the chromatic clothing company offers gorgeous goods, from formfitting midi-dresses to the most perfect, cozy T-shirts you've ever worn. These things, most definitely, will never go out of style. But the casual, effortless cool of American Apparel is never more fitting than in the warm months, when the mass assortment of hues (an entire rainbow, really) will break you out of any winter rut. Because these high-waisted color jeans, deep-V one-pieces, and primary-colored layering basics have much more staying power than your fishtail dresses or Aztec prints, American Apparel is giving you a style (and life?) -changing spree. With a $1,500 gift card, you can certainly pick up ageless staples like classic button-ups and exquisitely fitting jeans, but also those eye-catching neons and brights American Apparel has made their signature. Enter now, and prepare to make a real investment that'll keep your wardrobe repertoire rich.
Photos: Courtesy of American Apparel
Fashion Week, A $2K Sweeps, And A Dream Vacation: Our Aussie Giveaway Is Beyond
Literally on the other side of the world exists an island filled with some of the world's most beautiful landscapes, the ocean's most idyllic beaches, and the talent that leads the forefront of fashion. Australia isn't just "down under," it's an English-speaking environment where young creatives find a nurturing space to explore, while examining and paying witness to the rest of the world. That's why Australian Fashion Week is so exciting: It hosts up-and-coming talent before it explodes onto the scenes in Milan, New York, and London. Oh...and there are beaches. Along with Ausmode.com, a shopping site that specializes in delivering distinctly Aussie (and definitively cool) brands like the femme Ellery, designer Kirrily Johnston, streetwear label Ksubi, and Zimmermann's killer bathing suits, we've got one of our hottest giveaways yet. One insanely lucky R29 reader will cross the world to see Australian Fashion Week (cruising in a cushy Qantas Airways plane), stay in the gorgeously luxe Quay Grand Suites Sydney, score goodies from Redken and Make Up Store, and be privvy to all the hottest AFW events. Mind-blowing, right? If the trip alone wasn't enough to get you brushing up on your koala conversation skills, the grand prize also includes a $2,000 Ausmode.com spree, which means you'll be the best-dressed down under...and back home, too. All you've got to do is enter right here.
Head Down Under With Australia's 5 Most Mind-Blowing Designers
Though influenced by British and American street style, Australian fashion fuses its own unique blend of beach culture with a sense of objectivity and distance. The result is one of the most vibrant fashion scenes in the world — the bright colors of the country meet a sense of Eastern experimentalism: Australia is, of course, at the very edge of the world.
With a smaller size and its native language being the export-friendly English, you've got one of the most nurturing environments for a designer to cut his or her teeth. Which is why some of the blogosphere's favorite labels — Camilla & Marc and Mink Pink, to name a few — hail from the country. The runway scene is just as vibrant, and with Australian Fashion Week rapidly approaching, we wanted to give it up for down-under by picking our five AFW faves that are making waves both at home and in the States. Oh, and if you want to see their killer shows in person, we've got the hookup on that, too. Prepare to fall in love with more than just koalas and dingos with these Aussies on the rise.
Photo: Courtesy of Alice McCall
Photo: Courtesy of Alice McCall
Hightail It Into Summer With A Swell Shopping Spree
If you've recently changed the backdrop of your computer to something that resembles the Endless Summer movie poster and said sayonara to everything knit and nubby in your closet, you're about ready to hit fast-forward through spring. But, before you make any plans for bound-to-be-unforgettable nights or a last-minute spring break getaway, be sure to equip yourself with all of the necessities at SWELL. As one of the coolest online retailers that's always ready for sun and surf, SWELL carries the brands that are innately summer-ready, including Quiksilver, Billabong, and RVCA to name a few.
Thanks to these surf supporters, Refinery29 readers (who are obviously suffering from spring fever) now have the chance to score a sweet
$1,000 shopping spree from SWELL.
Welcome the first streak of warm weather with a closet that's equally hot. And, in case you need a little jolt to escape the winter funk, we've rounded up the 10 items we've already set our sites on to carry us into beach-babe territory. Check out the pieces we want to wear right now, and be sure to enter for a chance to win them all.
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