Experience: Simon Fashion Now

This weekend, stop by SouthPark Mall to experience Simon Fashion Now, a weekend of runway shows, entertainment, munchies, in-store promotions and more. This free event caters to shoppers by showing them exactly what the stores have to sell (all featured clothes are available for purchase), how to wear it and what trends to look out for this season.

Here's what you can expect during Simon Fashion Now:

Day 1- Trends & Friends Night,Oct. 19, in Circle Court and Simon Fashion Now stage, offers an evening of fashion, cocktails, small bites and a silent auction to benefit Autism Speaks.

Day 2 of Simon Fashion Now, Oct. 20, continues with high-energy runway presentations for everyone the family, as well as in-store promotions and discounts.   Bzzzz: Don't miss out on these event extras:

• Be sure to check out the "Style Stops" in Macy's, Aveda, Sketchers and Tumi where fall trends and products demonstrations will take place.
• Swag bag giveaway each day featuring items from Paul Simon for Women, Sketches, White House Black Market and more.

Remember--come for the shows but don't stop there--do some shopping too, as most stores are offering special offers and discounts. For example Carmen! Carmen! is offer a one hour massage for $50, while Nine West is offering 15% one regularly priced item and True Religion is giving a free gift for purchases over $250.


This is a great way to get a jump on your holiday shopping--I see great gifts being given from you this season!:)

source: simon.com

The Spotlight: Shecky's Girls Night Out

When a friend invited me to Shecky's Girls Night Out I was so excited...and happy to hear that Charlotte "made it" as one of Shecky's selected cities. In addition, I thought this would be a great event to highlight for HoneeBee. What girlfriend wouldn't want a ticket (not to mention a coveted goodie bag) to one of the most fun events around? Such a great gift and bonding experience for friends, right in our own backyard!

My first Shecky's experience was driving to Atlanta to check out this fab event. HoneeBee was pretty new and I thought the event would give me great gift ideas, not to mention inspiration to keep the blog going. I had a great time...from the variety of vendors and items for purchase, free drinks and jam-packed goodie bag. I have high hopes that Charlotte's event will be similar...or even better!

With this being the 10th anniversary I have been assured from Cait, Shecky's Content Manager that they will continue with these traditions but add in special deals, sweepstakes and more to celebrate ten years of bringing girlfriends together for good ole' fashioned fun! At the Charlotte event be on the lookout for local artisans to nationally-recognized brands selling everything from accessories to beauty products to shoes!

When I asked Cait how often Shecky's comes to town, she said "sometimes it's once year, sometimes more than once or seasonally...it all depends and varies by year, which is always fun." I definitely want Shecky's to come to Charlotte more often than not so be sure to get your ticket and check out the event this Wednesday, June 8th at The Big Chill from 5pm-10pm. The Big Chill is located on 911 E. Morehead Street (S. McDowell St). When you purchase a ticket, Shecky's will donate $5 to The American Red Cross disaster relief efforts for the southern region of the country.

Also be sure to follow me on twitter as I will be tweeting live from the event! Following the event I will share the contents of my Shecky's Goodie Bag.

If you happen to see me at the event, stop me and say hello--but only if you have time between QT time with girlfriends, sipping your delicious drink and picking out your next gift!

Shecky's Facts

• Shecky's has executed events in 15 cities--this is the first year in Charlotte after getting ALOT of suggestions to come via their "Submit Your City" option on their website. Ahhh, the power of the people!


• Shecky's started off as a small publishing company that faced closing its doors after the tradegy of 9-11 and decided to throw a party to lift the spirits in NYC post-September and save their company?


• Shecky's first event in Los Angeles sold out in 10 days.


• 800 people showed up to their first event in NYC. They expected 300-400 and their CEO wound up pouring drinks behind the bar to help with the demand.

photo source: sheckys.com

Save the Date: Charlotte's Day of Style

Just wanted to share this shopping event taking place this Saturday!

Get ready to shop, shop, shop, all in the name of charity!
Charlotte’s Day of STYLE is a city-wide shopping initiative that encourages Charlotteans to shop for a cause. For one day Charlotteans turn into socialites and attend the hottest boutique and in-store events to shop, mix, and mingle all in the name of charity.

The event benefits Levine Children’s Hospital. The Hospital leads the region in offering more than 30 specialized pediatric services including kidney, liver and heart transplants, blood and marrow transplant, cardiac and cancer care, neurosurgery, rehabilitation service, and the highest designated level of neonatal intensive care.

Boutiques such as Jordanos Men’s & Women’s Boutique, Fresh Boutique and A Step Back in Time Vintage are the first to be announced as participating locations.
So save the date, gather your friends and get ready for the biggest shopping party in the city.

For more information visit: http://www.charlottestylemag.com/

source: charlottestylemag.com

Two for One: mini*mergency kit and Footzyrolls

The Pink Hanger event that I attended last week was a success and according to an email I recieved the store is still accepting donations for Crisis Assistance Ministries until November 30th. You will also recieve a 20% discount on any new Pink Hanger items for your donation.


While at the event, I preused the store while waiting for a friend. Of course, I loved the clothes that I came across but a couple of other gift items caught my eye...the mini*mergency survival kit and Footzyrolls Ballet Flats...and it must of been on the top of Pink Hanger owner Whitney's mind too because she included these gifts on her Holiday News e-newsletter (you should sign up!). Here are pics and a little blurb about both items:


This kit is such a cute idea that I knew I had to share. It is tiny and includes various items from lip balm to breath freshener to deodorant. I could see this as a cute stocking stuffer, slumber party parting gift or a girls night in novelty item. It's small enough for your purse or car glove department.

I must admit that I did not try these on but just by touching them I could tell that my feet would love them:) They are very durable but cute, sensible and necessary when your feet can do no more in the heels you have been rockin' all day. I could see myself wearing these home from work.

These items are available online, I found the mini*mergency survival kit on http://www.shopintuition.com/ and Footzyrolls (which have been featured on Oprah!) on http://www.footzyrolls.com/.

If you are in Charlotte, check them out at The Pink Hanger. Tell them that HoneeBee sent you!

sources: shopintuition.com, footzyrolls.com, pinkhangeronline.com

Shop for a Cause at The Pink Hanger

Don't let the dreary weather keep you from getting a deal and helping a good cause! Beginning today, you can stop by The Pink Hanger and support Crisis Assistance Ministry whose mission is to provide assistance and advocacy for people in financial crisis, helping them move toward self-sufficiency.

The event is called Project Give & Take and will place until Saturday. Tonight is the kickoff party, which includes wine & champagne as you shop, treats from The Sweetie Pie Bakery, raffles and if you donate clothing at the party you get a discount on your purchase. Sidenote: you can still donate even if you don't purchase!

Here's some more info. from The Pink Hanger website:

This season The Pink Hanger is enlisting your help to give back to our community through a fantastic organization that assists families in the greatest need, Crisis Assistance Ministry. This is a great opportunity to do something for Charlotte and improve your Fall wardrobe at the same time!

Details:
~ From Wed, Nov 18th to Sat, Nov 21st, bring in clean, gently-used clothing to TPH (tops, dresses, coats, sweaters, pants only)
~ For every item you give, take 20% off one new item at the store!
~ Donation forms for tax purposes will be provided
~ Kick-off Party is Wed, Nov 18th from 5 to 8pm at TPH; bring your donations that night and get an extra 5% off per item!

source: pinkhangeronline.com, flickr.com

Save the date: Second Annual Library Book Sale

Mark your calendar for the Second Annual Library Book Sale at the Mint Museum Library in Charlotte, NC. Hundreds of beautiful art books will be available at nominal prices in the Ivey Forum on Saturday, may 16th from 12-5pm.

Books are duplicates of those already in the library's collections or items given specifically to the library for the sale. All the sale proceeds will go towards the conservation of the libary's special collections.

This is a great option for a gift for art lovers...it could also be a nice coffee table book. Plus, you are helping out a good cause.

PS: If you are a member of the Mint Museum you get to check out the books first...so get there at 12noon and you can shop with other members until 1pm. After 1pm, it is open to the public. Also, be sure to bring cash or checks....no credit cards accepted.

Happy Shopping!

For more information call: 704-337-2000

source: News of the Mint Museum newsletter

Go Red For Women and shop for a good cause

February may be the shortest month of the year but it has alot going on! Not only is it Black History Month and it's also Heart Month.

During this month, the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women cause initiative kicked off throughout the Charlotte metro area. This initiative encourages everyone to share the message of awareness and action regarding women and heart disease.

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women and men. According to the American Heart Association, diseases of the heart and cardiovascular system claim nearly one million lives per year—one life every 36 seconds. That’s more people annually than the next four most common causes of death combined.

One way people can help this month is by supporting local businesses who are going red. More than 70 retailers in Charlotte are participating in the month-long awareness campaign by offering special events and deals.

Stores are in Ballantyne Village, The Shops at Blakeney, Piper Glen, Promenade on Providence, Stonecrest, Phillips Place, Morrison and Speciality Shops on the Park are offering special promotions and deals. All places have Go Red ballot boxes for customers to sign up for a $1,000 shopping spree.

For more information call 704-208-5513 or visit goredforwomen.org.