Joint Venture Estate Jewelers will be hosting their annual Vintage Jewelry Show & Sale (25% off Dealer specials) October 1-12.

Hundreds of unique pieces from the Victorian Era of the late 1800’s through the roaring 20’s with lace & filigree to include the Art Deco period as well. The treasures can be previewed at www.jointventurejewelry.com

Joint Venture Jewelry
2042 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.0092
www.jointventurejewelry.com

Ladies, you know what we're talking about... Checking off our To-do lists that seem to grow hour by hour, week by week while trying to find our "me" moments has us totally stressed. What do we do? Well it's time to steal those moments, not feel guilty and reach a sense of relaxation! It is ok, ya know.

De-stressing your life will enable you to get all those things done easier and faster so, The Shopping Memo is extremely excited about our new fab find, Calm & Sense Boutique of Raleigh, owned by Chief Relaxation Officer, Susan Bray and to announce a SPECIAL Exclusive OFFER & Giveaway!

Calm and Sense, a boutique Relaxation Store, helps you to reach ultimate relaxation through sensory pampering of touch, taste, sight, smell and sound with their amazing stress-relieving, natural products and gifts.


Walking through the door at this newly discovered gem, was like standing in a room of our own imaginative serene ambiance, surrounded by beautiful scents, sounds, & sights that inspired immediate relaxation & relief. What a pleasure finding such a sanctuary in our city that exists like Calm & Sense to help us channel our inner being the way we deserve!

You can Enjoy heatable wraps, mittens and slippers that have eucalyptus, lavender or spice scents, or surround yourself in luxury with a plush robe while sipping devine cocoas like Chocolate Truffle or Holiday Spice, or enjoy Zhena's Gypsy Teas.... Pamper yourself with bath bombs like Sexy Cinnamon or Coco Mango, or Deep Steep organic bubble baths in scents like Lavender Chamomile or Grapefruit Bergamont. Once you step out of the shower or bath, use gentle healing shea butter blends from Nubian Heritage or Desert Essence in aromas of Vanilla Chai or Lemongrass and then Turn down the lights and turn up the romance with a hand carved salt lamp while you apply Biggs & Featherbelle massage bars in Ylang-Ylang & Patchouli and follow the easy Lovers Massage handbook. Gentle waterfalls and fountains will bring the peaceful sound of water into your home or office or play healing music from their great selection of soothing CDs.

Premade gift boxes are also offered with themes of New Baby, Inspiration, Tea Time and more to take all the stress out of gift giving or you can work with the knowledgable staff to custom design a gift from the heart. Calm and Sense provides a relaxing shopping environment to explore fabulous stress relief products for both yourself and those you care about.

Other products include Ann Made Soy Candles in scents like Purple Basil Cilantro, Mango Papaya, Grapefruit, and Coconut Lime Verbena and Umbra Candles in vivid colors and fragrances like Red Currant, Vanilla Sandalwood and Lemongrass.

As always, Just for being a Shopping Memo insider, Print & Bring this offer into the store now until October 31st and Receive a FREE Shower Steamer and also be Entered to WIN a very refreshing De-Stress Gift Package that includes a myriad of stress relievers including Lavender Soap, Lavender Lotion, Lavender Shower Steamer & a Lavender Stress Ball!

Who doesn't want that?

One Last Note: October 1st thru October 31st, to celebrate their 1 Year Anniversary, Calm & Sense is offering Everything in the store with a Buy 1, Get 1 @ 50% OFF special! Whether it's a soap, a bath bomb, a tea or a fountain, it's on sale! So be sure to grab 2 for a great discount. Give as gifts, keep for yourself, or start holiday shopping early, because these prices will not be repeated!

Calm & Sense is located at the Corner of Oberlin Rd & Glenwood Ave.

Calm & Sense
2603-111 Glenwood Ave
Raleigh, NC 27608
919-787-1799
www.calmandsense.biz

Store Hours
Mon–Sat: 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Sun: Closed

Thursday, Sept 24th, & Friday, September 25th.

Receive 15% OFF all NEW Fall Arrivals.!

This is a great time to fab up your FALL wardrobe, say hello to wonderful ladies at Ciao Bella Boutique and grab the latest designer pieces at a great discount!

New Arrivals & Designer Labels from Elliott Lauren, Velvet, Michael Stars, Beija Flor, Donna Degnan, Bailey 44, Gypsy, Skirtin Around, Joy Joy, Pure Color, Notice, Curtsey, Peace of Cloth, Three Dots, Beyond Yoga, Eye Bobs, Spanx, & Seasonal Whispers!

Sale ends Friday, and with styles this HOT, make sure to get there right away and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Ciao Bella Boutique
The Arboretum at Weston
2055 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.8320
www.shopatciaobella.com

The Fuquay Professional Women's Leadership Association will hold a Fashion Show and Wine Tasting at Adams Vineyards in Willow Springs on September 24th, from 6:30pm - 9:30pm, to help raise funds for scholarships to go to women in our local area and YOU'RE INVITED!

The show will feature women's, men's and children's apparel as well jewelry and make-up from several Boutiques & Shops of Fuquay Varina.

There will be light hors d ‘Oeuvres, door prizes and a three wine flight. Tickets are $10.00 in advance or $12.00 at the door and is open to men and women. Tickets may be purchased at the Adams Vineyards & Winery in Willow Springs.

Only 110 tickets will be sold, so get yours now!

Adams Vineyards & Winery
3390 John Adams Rd
Willow Spring, NC 27592
919-567-1010
www.adamsvineyards.com

I was so excited to learn that this new Upscale womens consignment shop has come so close to our hometown (since the closest one is in Southern Pines)! Ok, Here's the scoop:

Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel shop is an upscale, women's, consignment boutique that carries the most popular name brand and designer label clothing, shoes, and accessories. Fifi Queen, owner of the new Durham location, grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina & eventually moved to Florida, where she opened her first location in Jacksonville in 1986 and within 6 months opened a second location, which was later sold. She Re-Opened a new & improved consignment boutique - Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel, in Amelia Island, FL in 1988, This store and all subsequent stores that have been opened are still in business today! Fifi's leads the way when it comes to high-end consignment and resale!


Although this store has only been open for a few weeks, I was able to scour thru several racks, and stumbled upon one of my favorite finds, a Marc Jacobs denim jacket (which is so "in" right now!) retailed at over $350, with a jaw dropping price at just under $100! And nestled in the front display window was a stylish Escada black pencil skirt with an amazing animal print top! Very stylish.

So, if you are looking for something fun to wear on Friday night, casual, formal, or business attire, or a whole new wardrobe, Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel Shop can help you find just the right pieces - even shoes, boots and jewelry! Also had a chance to chat with the manager Heather, who was fabulous in pointing out the right fit, style and the "must haves" of the season!

So this is a one-stop resale and consignment shop for all you fashionistas alike!

Start sifting thru your closets now and head over to FiFi's to consign your designer "must-haves" and make some extra cash for your new Fall wardrobe.

Fifi's is currently accepting Fall clothing, shoes and accessories. No appointment needed and there is no limit on the amount of items brought in! They are open 7 days a week from 10am - 6pm Monday thru Saturday and 1pm - 5pm on Sunday, so no excuses for not visiting this fine new resale and consignment boutique shop!

Be sure to stop by often, as inventory changes daily!

What's even better? Mention TheShoppingMemo.com and receive 20% OFF your purchase!!

Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel
1000 West Main St. 1-B
Durham, NC 27701
919-806-3434
www.fifisconsignment.com

Check out the latest "Pink Perks" Offers!

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Get access to a variety of Exclusive Offers, Discounts & other "Perks" ALL YEAR LONG with ONE card from boutiques, retail shops, online shops, salons, spas, cafe's/bakeries & more! Also receive Exclusive Invites to the hottest Fashion Shows, Shopping Parties, Sample Sales, Girls Nite Out, Giveaways and much more all year round! For every card purchased, TheShoppingMemo.com will donate $5 to The Pretty in Pink Foundation of Raleigh.

We have over 20 current SPECIAL offers just for "Pink Perks" cardholders from our local sponsors and continue to add NEW Perks regularly!

So be sure to Order online NOW to start Saving & you will receive your 2010 Membership Card (s) in a few business days.

You don't want to miss out on any great deals, events or special offers and you don't want your friends too either!

2010 Card Memberships will be valid thru December 31st, 2010 and will need to be renewed in January 2011. Additional Offers will be added regularly, so check back often!

Thank you as always for being a valued reader/subscriber and we look forward to continue to provide you with the best of "Life's Little Luxuries"!


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Ok Girls, as you know, bevello is the hot, cute and adorable new store that recently opened in Cameron Village, and our friend, Mary Gillogy, and fellow bevellonians are currently in Las Vegas hard at work to bring back some of the best goodies for all you fashionistas!

We got a sneak peak into some of those items, and you'll definitely be snatching them up quicker than what happens in Vegas! But what happens in Vegas isn't actually staying in Vegas. Lucky us!

New lines coming include Anoname Denim, Nick & Mo, Theme and more, along with some adorable cluthes, handbags & belts!

Sounds like they've been pretty busy going after the hottest items and bringing back the love of - Vegas Style baby! Can't Wait!

The Shopping Memo will be bringing you all the juicy details soon on all the new arrivals and when you can get your hands on them!

But before these fabulous items are actually in the store for purchase, be sure to check out bevello's current sale items that have recently been markdown 20% - 50% OFF! And remember just for being a Shopping Memo reader, you can save $20 off your $100 purchase ONLINE when you enter code TSM09 at checkout!

bevello at cameron village
2010 Cameron Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
919.821.0884
www.bevello.com

Statement Jewelry is HOT, so please have a moment to be mesmerized over the impeccable Revamped Vintage Jewelry collection from Raleigh's own, Johanna Ely, the talented creator behind Good Girls Studio.

The one-of-a-kind, handmade creations will not only make you dream, but the story behind each piece has a romantic story and when worn it makes even the bad girl feel like a Good Girl!! Combined with love, thought, joy and romance, your every need and desire will be fulfilled once you slip on a piece of history!

Each treasure including necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets and pins, makes the perfect accessory for any occasion and will turn into a timeless heirloom! Choose from "Born Again Virgin Vintage", "Luxe Revamp", "Vintage Revamp", "Keys to the Kingdom", "Thru the Looking Glass" and many more lushish looks!

And if you've recently became a bad girl due to a broken heart, :( or a bad friendship, you can resurrect your Good Girl image by purchasing a piece from her sharp, revived "Backstabber" Collection of pocket knife necklaces! Who would have thought you could wear a pocket knife? Just gorgeous!

Pieces from her collections are moderately priced and extend to an exquisite higher-priced couture line, however, Good Girls Studios has recently introduced it's newest, lower-priced collection "Innocence" at under $40, which is a budget-friendly, striking force to reckon with.

It pays to be a Good Girl too! Save 25% OFF your ONLINE order from Good Girls Studio, when you enter code "shoppingmemo" at checkout! Bringing out the love to our readers, Johanna, thanks!

Well, it only takes a moment to become a Good Girl! What are you waiting for? Order Now!

ONE LAST THING! GOOD GIRLS STUDIO GIVEAWAY just for you!

Win this fabulous pair of Handmade Vintage Glass Floral Earrings courtesy of Good Girls Studio! (A $38 Prize Value!)

Here's what you need to do to win these beauties.

1st. - Become a fan of TheShoppingMemo Facebook page HERE, and make a comment on why you want to win these lovely earrings and you'll be automatically entered.

2nd - Become a fan of the Good Girls Studio Facebook Page HERE, post a comment on why you want to win these lovely earrings, mention The Shopping Memo blog giveaway and you will automatically be entered to win!. That's it!

(if you are already a fan, please just comment on both Facebook Pages and share this with as many friends and encourage them become fans & make comments and they will be entered too!),

YOU MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE AND COMPLETE BOTH ITEMS TO BE ELIGIBLE.

Good Luck!

Good Girls Studio - Raleigh, North Carolina
Revamped, Eco-Friendly Vintage Jewelry