Post Black Friday Recovery + a Musana Jewelry Giveaway

dress: f21

jacket: gap

necklace: c/o Musana Jewelry

boots: c/o shoe carnival

If you're like me, you're probably recovering from the hellish monstrosity that was Black Friday shopping. Black Friday, I've realized, is the consumerist equivalent of a toxic relationship; The more you hate it, the more you can't resist it. But we all do it anyways, and yes, we hate ourselves for it. So as I was waiting in line just to get in to J. Crew, wearing an outfit that could only be described as something between "tired soccer mom" and "hobo," watching hoards of people destroy each other over the 3 dollar bins, I thought, there has to be more to life than this. 

So on this hollowed Cyber Monday, if you're needing your faith in humanity restored, let me introduce you to a really awesome local company called Musana Jewelry. Musana is a social enterprise that not only sells cute jewelry, but provides stable employment and educational opportunities to women in Uganda. Each piece of jewelry is designed and handcrafted by a woman in Uganda. Through the Musana enterprise, these artisans not only gain valuable skills and a steady income to lift them out of poverty, but are also empowered through classes in literacy, entrepreneurship, and health. 

Today, Musana is also giving away a necklace or jewelry item of your choice to one lucky Awkward Girls reader! All you have to do is like their Facebook page, and follow the instructions in the widget below. The contest will end next Monday, and a winner will be chosen and contacted through email the next day. Good luck! 

Oh, and for all you Cyber Monday shoppers out there, Musana is offering 20% off their entire website, today only, with the code: CYBERMONDAY

xo, Lo

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$50 Giveaway to Clad & Cloth!

Happy Friday, fine folks of internet! Today we have a really awesome giveaway by local boutique, Clad and Cloth!

When we first met with Shannon, the brains (and beauty) behind Clad & Cloth, we were super impressed by her real go-getter attitude and knack for design and creativity. Clad & Cloth offers the best t-shirts and accessories, many of which are handmade or designed by Shannon herself. You might remember us wearing some Clad & Cloth gear in our outfit posts here, and here. But here are some of our other favorite products from the shop:

Bicycle Tee

Black Chevron Leather Bow

Sculpted Feather Pendant

Wood Color Block Earrings

Shannon is offering one lucky Awkward Girls reader $50.00 to Clad & Cloth!

The giveaway will run until Friday, February 7th and a winner will be chosen the following day.

Check out Rafflecopter for the deets!

(Must follow Awkward Girls to enter)

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GOOD LUCK!

xoxo

A Shoe Carnival Giveaway for Local Utah Readers!

top: nordstrom

jeans: ross

beanie: target

shoes: c/o shoe carnival

sweater: gap 

jacket: gap

leggings: hm

shoes: c/o shoe carnival 

Once the cool fall breeze rolls in, we are swept away with major shoe envy. When you live in Utah especially, this is the point where you realize you are going to be slip-slidin' your way through icy sidewalks for the next few months and your summer shoes just aren't making the cut anymore. Recently, we were able to snag some brand new fall boots from Shoe Carnival! They have a great selection of shoes at the BEST prices.

Shoe Carnival also has a great program for Utah residents called Shoe Perks. It's basically a rewards program where you get a point for every dollar you spend. And for every 200 points you acquire, you'll get a $10 rewards card. Plus, you get 50 points just for signing up!

Now for the giveaway... Shoe Carnival is offering one lucky Utah resident $50 store credit to Shoe Carnival! To enter to win, follow the instructions in the Rafflecopter widget below! (Entrants must live in Utah)



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The giveaway will run until Saturday October 26th and winner will be announced the following day. Oh, and be sure to visit ShoeCarnivalUtah.com to get the latest deals and coupons! Everyone's a winner!

Good Luck!

xoxo

Poshlocket Product Review + Giveaway!

blouse: mystree (similar), vest: uo, pants: ross, bracelet: c/o poshlocket, shoes: clarks (similar)

dress: gap (similar), belt: gap (similar), necklace: c/o poshlocket, shoes: ae

Today we're thrilled to share with you one of our new favorite places to get adorable and affordable accessories, Poshlocket!

Why are we crushing on Poshlocket? Because they are your one-stop place for all the pretty things you could ever need/want/hope for. Cute nautical pieces, dainty rings, and statement necklaces (which is pretty apparent that we are obsessed... If statement necklaces were a person, we'd receive a restraining order...what?)

But wait! There's more! Poshlocket is offering one lucky Awkward Girls reader an item of their (pinning) choice!

Here's how you win:

Mandatory entries
- Follow Awkward Girls blog
-Pin a Poshlocket item of your choice + leave the link to your pin!
(the item you pin will be the item you win!)

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The contest will run till June10th at 11:59 pm.
Good luck!

xoxo 

Hatchet Eyewear Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Just as promised, Hatchet Eyewear, supplier of these adorable shades, is generously offering a pair of wood sunglasses of choice to one lucky Awkward Girls reader!

Seriously, you'll love these durable, eco-friendly shades. Our favorite is the Understudy:

But we're also loving the Engineer:

Be sure to check out the rest of their collection of wood sunglasses to find the perfect pair for summer!

Alright, let's get down to the nitty gritty. How do I win, you might ask?
All you need to do is:
 -  Follow Awkward Girls 
- Like Hatchet Eyewear on Facebook

And there's up to 7 additional entries as well. Rafflecopter will explain the rest...
(Did you notice we finally stepped into the 21st century and got rafflecopter? Gone are the days of counting a recounting blog comments. Huzzah!)

The giveaway will run until Wednesday March 20th, with a winner being chosen the following weekend. Good Luck!

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Beauty and Truth + an Apricot Lane Giveaway!

Hello friends! Today we have a special guest post and giveaway courtesy of Aubry from Beauty and Truth! We were lucky enough to work with Aubry for the Apricot Lane Winter Lookbook, and she really is the sweetest person ever! Plus, she's gorgeous, which made us question why we were the models and not her... Anyways, check out her cuteness and keep reading for a sweet giveaway!
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Aubry, here, blogger over at beauty & truth. 

I'm thrilled to be teaming up with Lauren & Madison (yet again!) to bring you

 a second dose of fashion via Apricot Lane Boutique. 

This pretty little statement necklace is the perfect piece to add some 

sizzle and spark to your spring wardrobe. 

Wear it with a simple white tee or dress it up for a night on the town--

this jewel is bound to be your very best friend. 

Best of luck & happy giveaway-ing! 

x's & o's,

A

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To win this gawwgeous bling, simply follow Beauty and Truth via GFC!

For additional entries: 

1. Follow Apricot lane on Instagram: @apricotlane

2. Like Beauty and Truth on Facebook

3. Blog, Tweet, or Facebook about the giveaway, leaving a link if you can!

The giveaway will run until Saturday, February 23rd and winner will be chosen on Sunday the 24th. 

Good luck and have a fabulous President's Day!

xoxo

Fashion's Night Out//Giveaway

Hey guys! Happy Monday!

Today we have something that we're suuuuuuuuuper excited about to share with you! 

Have you heard of Fashion's Night Out?

Well it's just this really cool thing where everyone in various cities around the world get together and revel in how awesome fashion is. There will be fashion shows, sweet deals, expert stylist tips, giveaways, and photo ops! It's going to be an amazing night! Don't take our word for it though... See all the celebrities who are supporting and participating in the event:

You guys. If Justin Bieber's going to be there, WE have to be there. And we will!

Fashion's Night Out in Utah will be held at the Fashion Place Mall in Murray on Sept. 6th from 5-9 pm, and we were invited to participate! We'll be there judging fashion shows and handing out FNO Official Collection totes to the best-dressed shoppers. You'll also be able to hang out with Shannon from Style with Shannon, Alycia from Crowley Party, and Amanda from Little Miss Fearless.

FNO Official Collection tote bags! Come lookin sharp, and you could win one of these bad boys

And that's not all! If you're in Utah (or just willing to make the drive from elsewhere), we're giving away FNO VIP Lounge tickets to five lucky readers! Here's a little breakdown of what that entails:

To enter:

+ Like Fashion Place Mall on Facebook

+ Follow Awkward Girls 

+ Like Fashion's Night Out on Facebook

+ Check out the FNO Website and let us know what you're most excited about!

+ Share this giveaway with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, or your Blog!

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

We'll announce the winners on Wednesday, Sept. 5th so hurry and enter!

Even if you don't win the VIP tickets, we would still love for you to come and hang out! It's free and it's going to be such a fun night, and we really can't wait! To learn more, check out the schedule of the night's events here. See you there!

xoxo

Giveaway Week: $100 to Shabby Apple{CLOSED}

 

Hey guys! Today marks the fifth and final day of our week of giveaways!

(When we said a week, we meant a business week....good enough)

Today's giveaway is brought to you by the one and only Shabby Apple!

Shabby Apple, in case you aren't familiar, is an online boutique that specializes in adorable, vintage-inspired, modest dresses. 

{Here's some of our recent favorites from the new Lighthouse collection!}

You guys might be thinking, "Wait a second. Don't you guys work for them?"

And in fact, yes. We do. Which is why we were able to score you guys the chance to win a woppin' 

$100 gift card to Shabby Apple!

Yep. You'll be rolling in the chicness with all that dough.

Oh, and in case you can't wait, or feel that the odds are not ever in your favor, then use the code awkwardgirls10off for 10% off your purchase until September 10th!

So here's how you win (must have a U.S. shipping address to enter)

Mandatory:

1. Be a follower of Awkward Girls

2. Like Shabby Apple on Facebook

(Leave one comment for doing both please!)

Extra Entries:

+ Head on over to Shabby Apple and let us know what you would pick out!

+Follow Shabby Apple on Twitter

+Follow Awkward Girls on Twitter

+Blog, Tweet, or Facebook about this giveaway. (leave the link if you can!)

+ Put this button up on your sidebar and leave it up for the week!

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*leave a separate comment for each entry, please!*

This giveaway will end on Friday, August 17th at 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck!

xoxo

Giveaway Week: The Egg//$50 Madewell Gift Card{CLOSED}

 

Before we tell you what's on the menu for today, we'd like to tell you a little bit about one of our amazing sponsors, Meagan from The Egg! 

The Egg is a mountain town lifestyle blog based out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Meagan blogs about everything from world travels, her daily mountain-y adventures, fashion and grub, all from a local gal's perspective. She's offering AG readers a chance to win $50 to one of her favorite online stores, Madewell!

Yeah, we're jealous. 

Check out some of Meagan's favorite Madewell picks!

1. scallop lace top

2. shades

3. striped mini skirt

4. gypsy stone earrings

5. the camden bag

6. the suede zipcode boot

Here's what you need to do...

Mandatory
1. Follow Meagan's blog, The Egg
2. Be a Follower of Awkward Girls
(leave one comment for doing both)

Extra Entries:
+Like Meagan's Facebook page
+Follow Meagan on Twitter
+Follow Meagan on Pinterest

+ Blog, tweet, or Facebook about this giveaway (Leave a link if you can!)

+Share this button on your sidebar and leave it up the entire giveaway week (this will count as an entry for each giveaway)

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*leave one comment for each entry, please!*

The giveaway will end Tuesday, August 16th at 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck!

xoxo

Giveaway Week: JUNIEblake{CLOSED}

Alrighty guys, three days into this bad boy and we're still going strong.

You likey so far?

Well, stay tuned, because we have some pretty amazing giveaways coming your way!

Today, we have the adorable clothing company JUNIEblake!

You can find modest, cute clothing at an affordable price.

JUNIEblake is offering TWO lucky winners $30 dollars to their online shop!

you heard us, TWO WINNERS! Huzzah!

Here are some of the items that we love: 

Lexie

Lynn

Jane

So here's how you win...
Mandatory Entries

1. Like JUNIEblake on Facebook

2. Be a follower of Awkward Girls

(Leave one comment for doing both)

Extra entries:

+ Go to JUNIEblake and tell us what you would pick out!

+Write on JUNIEblake's Facebook wall saying you were sent there by Awkward Girls!

+SHARE JUNIEblake's Facebook page!

+ Blog, tweet, or Facebook about this giveaway (Leave a link if you can!)

+Share this button on your sidebar and leave it up the entire giveaway week (this will count as an entry for each giveaway)

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The giveaway will end Tuesday, August 15th at 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck!

xoxo

Giveaway Week: Tela Clothing {CLOSED}

Hello Friends! We're back for an exciting day two of our 1000 follower giveaway.

Today's giveaway is brought to you by Tela Clothing!

Tela is a cute little online boutique that offers flirty, feminine pieces.

 And the best part? 

They're ALL under $50! 

The kind folks over at Tela Clothing have generously offered one lucky winner an item of their choice from the online shop!

So what can you pick out? Check out our faves!

And plenty more! 

So how do you win?

Mandatory Entries

1. Like Tela Clothing on Facebook

2. Be a follower of Awkward Girls

(Leave one comment for doing both)

Extra entries:

+ Go to Tela Clothing and tell us what you would pick out!

+ Follow Awkward Girls on Twitter

+ Blog, tweet, or Facebook about this giveaway (Leave a link if you can!)

+Share this button on your sidebar and leave it up the entire giveaway week (this will count as an entry for each giveaway)

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The giveaway will end Tuesday, August 14th at 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck!

xoxo