Geeky Fashion

Giveaway: Her Universe Quote Tee

Her Universe Quote TeeHer Universe has introduced some fantastic new quote tees to help you share your true feelings with your Valentine, Galentine, or even yourself. Pick your favorite fandom (between Star Wars, Star Trek, and Doctor Who) and make sure you get your order placed in time for Valentine’s Day!

Her Universe has graciously decided to give away a shirt in the fandom of your choice to one reader! Enter with the Rafflecopter below. The contest will end on February 5th so the winner will receive the shirt in time for Valentine’s Day. Good luck!

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Not very lucky? You can order the shirts now for $25 at heruniverse.com.

 

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Archie’s Girls Makeup at MAC

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Whenever I was home sick from school when I was young, my parents would buy me an Archie digest. The comics were fun and mindless, and became comforting to me. I always thought of myself as Betty; I was the good girl, and couldn’t imagine why boys wouldn’t pick her over Veronica. If you told me that in the future I’d look a whole lot more like Veronica and would be pining over a high-end Betty and Veronica makeup collection, I don’t think I’d know what to say.

But it’s present day, and I’ve been waiting half a year for the Archie’s Girls Makeup collection to launch.

Whether you’re more Betty or Veronica, there are some great colors and options for you. Betty includes the perfect shades of peach and pink, for an effortless “Girl Next Door” look. (I’m loving the “Kiss and Don’t Tell” lipglass and the “Comic Cute” nail lacquer) and Veronica gets sassy with dark reds and purples. (All I want for Valentine’s Day is the “Strawberry Malt” lipglass.)

Check out the entire collection at maccosmetics.com. What will you be adding to your makeup bag?

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Winter Fashion: Tech Enabled Clothing

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Sometimes in the winter you have to leave the comfort of your home.  You have to put down the video games, the book, and your favorite tv series to brave the wilderness that’s full of wind and snow and people. (shudder.)

But if you have tech enabled clothing, you can at least still use your phone or tablet or portable game system while out in public. And look just so-darn-cute while doing it.

My clothing includes:

  • Scottevest trench coat with 18 pockets for your phone, tablet, and a bajillion other things, as well as a Personal Area Network that allows you to guide wires and earphones through your jacket.
  • Touch capacitive gloves that allow you to use electronics while keeping your hands toasty. Mine were purchased last year at Target, but you can find similar ones on Amazon.
  • Earmuffs with headphones built in to keep you dancing and gaming while outside. Mine were a gift, but you can find similar ones on Amazon.
  • Black leggings and Cole Haan booties, because dressing up a little makes me feel better about leaving the house.

What’s your go-to winter outfit? Any other tech-enabled clothing I need to check out?

These photos were taken using the #HTCOne X+ as part of their #TroopOneX campaign. The phone was gifted to me by HTC for purposes of using and reviewing. All opinions (and goofy poses) are my own!

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Comic-Inspired Kate Spade Bag

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Kate Spade now has some comic-inspired items in her online shop, and like everything else there, it’s adorable and most likely out of my budget. But it never hurts to look!

Enjoy this Pop Gia along with other fun, brightly colored accessories at katespade.com. It’s a nice change from the ridiculously foggy and gray week Seattle’s been having.

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Elegant Star Jewelry by Assya

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I’ve always loved stars, especially on jewelry. Nothing else can show a love for space and a metaphor for being important while reminding you of the largeness of the world. Plus, as a kid, I always wanted to become “a star” in the performing sense.

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This star jewelry, designed by Assya and available at MyFlashTrash.com, is 18k gold, classy, and fun. It can be dressed up or down, and is delicate enough to wear with almost anything. For those of you thinking ahead, this would make a fantastic Valentine’s Day gift for the star in  your life. Or just buy it for yourself. I won’t tell.

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Star necklace, bracelet, and earrings, £98-175 at MyFlashTrash.com.

 

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A Watch for Your Smart Phone

 

We all know it’s not always appropriate to have our smartphone out. You may be in an important meeting, at a play, on a date, or with family. However, you may also be waiting for an important call or need to be reminded of an upcoming meeting. There’s a watch for that.

Cookoo is a cute watch that connects to your smartphone and shows icons based on your activity. Just by casually glancing at the watch, you can be informed of calls, meetings, tweets, email and more.

I haven’t worn a watch since I’ve had a smartphone, but this may change my ways.

Cookoo Connected Watch, $129.95 at DailyGrommet.com.

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Giant ThinkGeek Sale!


I know you’ve been looking for an excuse to grab some new stuff from ThinkGeek, so allow me to be the one to tell you: “Treat Yo Self.” They’re having a huge sale with items up to 75% off. It would be wrong not to place an order, right? (Right?)

Here are some of my fave sale items:

Aperture Logo (1940s) Babydoll
Prove you were doing science with Aperture before it was cool. $12.99, regularly $21.99.

AT-AT Plush Utility Bag
Go to the gym in style. $21.99, regularly $39.99.

Battlestar Galactica Coaster Set
These are currently sitting on my coffee table, and they look AMAZING. You need them. $24.99, regularly $39.99.

Ladies of Battlestar Galactica Poster Set
Show everyone your love for the ladies with these beautiful prints. $17.49, regularly $34.99.

Offline Mode Pajama Top
Let everyone know you’re not touching your phone or computer. Unless something really tweet-worthy happens, of course. $12.99, regularly $20.99.

Star Wars Lightsaber Candlestick
Makes the best date night ambience! $19.99, regularly $24.99.

Welcome In Binary Floor/Door Mat
Cute and geeky way to welcome everyone into your home! $34.99, regularly $49.99.

See these items and more at ThinkGeek.com!

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Smart and Fashionable: Book Scarf

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It’s winter, and all I want is to cozy up with a scarf, some tea, and a good book. These scarves by storiarts are the perfect thing. They’re classy, stylish, and functional: each scarf features a page from an actual book, making them great to have on hand while you’re waiting for the bus or bored at work.

The books featured on the scarves change often, so keep checking back for your favorite!

Book Scarves, $42 at Etsy.com.

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