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What We Wore: Zappos FNO at Pravda

by Brooke Hyden on Sep 16, 2011 in More Than ShoesBe the first to comment!

My team and I love to get all dressed up, especially for special events. So we thought it would be fun to share our outfit selections, starting with what we wore to Zappos Fashion’s Night Out in SoHo!

Below is a quick break down of our ensembles for the evening:

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Brooke: BCBGMAXAZRIA Florence Front Pleated Lace Blouse, BCBGMAXAZRIA Burke Pleated Shorts, Jessica Simpson Prinnce platforms, Jessica Simpson drop earrings

Marie: Lucy Love Gabrielle Dress, Betsey Johnson Lady Luck Charm Necklace, Sam Edelman Zoe ankle boots

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Courtney: French Connection Princess Stretch Sequin Dress, Steve Madden Sarrina pumps

Hope: MICHAEL Michael Kors Sleeveless Wrap-Front Dress, Tarina Tarantino Leopard Skull Necklace, Bandolino Mylah peep toe pumps

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Fresh Picks: The Little Black Boot

by Hannah E. on Sep 16, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

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We’ve all heard of the LBD, the little black dress. But equally as important is the LBB…the little black boot! Black ankle boots are the footwear equivalent of that trusty little black dress, the one that never ceases to amaze you with its versatility and chic, timeless appeal.

Here are just some of our current faves:

1. Via Spiga Peak: Svelte and totally chic, these pointed-toe boots are bound to be your next go-to.

2. Via Spiga Abbot: The hefty platform on these stunning ankle boots is equal parts modern and retro.

3. Joan & David Yvonna: Bold yet refined at the same time, these boots are an easy way to add height. Rock these with a pair of skinny jeans or a lovely maxi skirt!

4. Daniblack Amos: Can’t decide between pebbled or suede leather? Why not both? The pointed toe of these wedge boots are spot-on cool!

5. Kork Ease Maya: This lace-up boot adds a certain dose of toughness to any ensemble.

6. Matt Bernson Mesa: A sleek stacked heel coupled with a chukka-inspired design adds up to something impeccably cool.

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Zappos Parcourse Fun

by Jia T. on Sep 16, 2011 in Zappos FamilyBe the first to comment!

In an effort to stay healthy and have fun during breaks, our wonderful Benefits team designed a parcourse around Zappos HQ for everyone to partake in. This is just another way we infuse a little fun into our days in the office…while getting in our exercise at the same time!

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Dwight Howard Expresses Himself with Adidas Originals

by Hannah E. on Sep 16, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

NBA superstar Dwight Howard talks about enjoying life and staying true to his roots. He rocks a true original in the Adidas Samoa.

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Rockport Fashion's Night Out at Dylan's Candy Bar

by Hannah E. on Sep 15, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

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Top to bottom: Rockport FNO window display, Judging comittee: Dylan Lauren, Dani Tschuemperlin, Annabel Tollman and Lisa Pevaroff, A replica of the "Janae" Pumps made up of 650 lbs. of candy!

Rockport hosted a very “sweet” Fashion’s Night Out last Thursday at Dylan’s Candy Bar in New York City. There was candy, cocktails and of course, stylish and walkable Rockport shoes. A treat for the tastebuds and the feet!

Actress Olivia Munn made an appearance and celeb stylist (and Rockport Style Ambassador) Annabel Tollman gave out styling tips to the attendees.

There was also a candy shoe design contest for RISD’s Apparel Design students. Guests got to design their own cookie shoe and even purchase limited edition styles with Rockport/Dylan’s Candy Bar footbeds!

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Back to School Shopping Guide: Team Sporting Goods

by Hannah E. on Sep 15, 2011 in Parents1 comment

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Clockwise: Spalding King of the Beach Neverflat® Volleyball, Wilson GST™ NCAA® Game Ball, PUMA Powercat 5.10 Trainer HS soccer ball, Wilson RH Throw Baseball Glove, Spalding NBA™ Tack-Soft ™ Basketball, Nike Mercurial Lite shin guards

In case you haven’t heard, Zappos carries way more than shoes. But did you know we also carry sporting goods? Yup! Now you can get your budding athlete their sports gear along with their back-to-school clothes and shoes, all in one convenient place!

Imagine all the free time you’ll end up with for practices and cheering them on at their games!

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Libby Edelman Fall 2011 Boots Preview

by Hannah E. on Sep 15, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

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We admit it. We’ve got boots on the brain! With fall only mere days away, it’s the perfect time to freshen up our collection with some of the season’s most noteworthy boot trends.

We love the latest boot offerings from Libby Edelman this season because they’ve got some of the best boot trends beautifully covered.

1. Nalini ankle boot: The walkable heel height and the lovely bow accent give this an undeniable charm.

2. Eloise wedge ankle boot: This sleek and simple style is the perfect go-to boot for plenty of occasions.

3. Ember wedge lace-up boot: Perfect for adding an effortlessly cool-chic vibe to your casuals.

4. Paxton knee-high boot: This refined riding-style boot is destined to be a classic. Wear it with everything from skinny jeans to fall's hottest skirts and dresses.

What's your favorite boot style for this season?

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Zappos Fashion's Night Out Recap

by Brooke Hyden on Sep 15, 2011 in More Than ShoesBe the first to comment!

 

It’s the one night of the year where fashion takes it to the streets and brands and designers open their doors for a great night out with friends! The energy of Fashion's Night Out is really unlike anything else!

Zappos kicked off Fashion Week with our first-ever Fashion’s Night Out at Pravda in NYC this past Thursday. We had fashion trivia, cocktails (of course!), and our stylists were on hand to show everyone our new Shop By pages!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to join the party!

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Zapponian Spotlight: Natalie F.

by Hannah E. on Sep 14, 2011 in Zappos Family1 comment

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This week’s Zapponian Spotlight is on one of our newbies from Zappos Merchandising, Inc., Natalie F.

This Connecticut native is an identical twin who has a penchant for live performance. She graduated with a degree in Theatre and moved to Chicago to train and perform at Second City. She then made the big move to Las Vegas to be closer to family, including her twin sister who happens to work close to the Zappos HQ buildings!

Read on to learn more about Natalie:

Pick 3 words to describe your personal style

N: I have an old roommate that would call me “Way too Connecticut.”  I was a personal shopper for JCrew for 5 years, and used to go overboard with the cashmere and the argyle and the critter embroidery. I would just say Comfortable, Classic and Casual.

Who is your favorite musician or band?

N: I am a huge fan of Carole King and James Taylor.  The singer/songwriters of the 70s are just so passionate about their music; you can’t help but love them!

Name 3 things you never leave home without:

N: Neutrogena revitalizing lip balm in Fresh Plum, my iPhone, and a book.

If you could have dinner with one famous person, who would it be? 

N: I would love to split a nice bottle of Pinot Noir with Alex Trebek, and then start quizzing each other with random trivia!

What’s the weirdest thing to ever happen to you?

N: A year and a half ago, I had to go under general anesthesia to have some surgery.  When I woke up in recovery, my doctor was standing over me shaking her head. Of course I expected the worst, but she just burst out laughing- she explained to me that I kept coming to in the middle of the surgery and asking what the score of the Villanova game was- the NCAA basketball tournament had started that day, and I had ‘Nova going to the Championship game in my work pool.

What’s your favorite part about working at Zappos HQ? 

N: String Cheese Friday!!  Just kidding, although that is pretty rad!  I love the family spirit and positivity.  Everyone is so supportive of each other, coming from other corporate environments, we all know that is a rarity.

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Must-Have Travel Pieces

by Hannah E. on Sep 14, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

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When it comes to travel, a few key essentials go a long way. Below are some of our picks for can’t-live-without pieces every savvy traveler should never be without.

1. Packable flats: If you’re doing a bit of walking, packing a pair of flexible and comfy flats, like the Cole Haan Air Bacara Ballet, is a must.

2. Lightweight weekender bag: Perfect for short trips or carry on items. We love the LeSportsac Large Weekender for its lightweight yet durable nylon material and a multitude of fun prints to choose from.

3. Packable dinner date dress: Choose a flattering and classic silhouette like the Icebreaker Roma Dress. The best part about this timeless and unfussy dress is the 100% New Zealand merino wool which is lightweight and repels moisture and odor. The hand pockets make it super handy for carrying your bare essentials!

4. Cute makeup bag: Keep your beauty goodies close at hand in the plane with a darling cosmetic bag like the Betseyville Cheetah Bows.

5. Travel crossbody bag: The slim shape and multiple pockets of the LeSportsac Kasey crossbody makes it the perfect little bag for your sightseeing trips!

6. Comfy sweatpants: This is a true essential in our books. Try the Splendid Active Flare Leg Pant to make your plane time a lot more bearable.

7. Basic hoodie sweater: A great throw-on option for chilly plane cabins or long road trips. We love the soft and comfy Alternative Apparel The Rocky Eco-Fleece Zip Hoodie.

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Back to School Shopping Guide: Kids' Rain Boots

by Hannah E. on Sep 14, 2011 in Parents1 comment

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1.Bogs Kids Classic High Tuscany, 2.Kamik Kids Rocket 2, 3.Sperry Kids Pelican, 4.Crocs Kids Crocband Jaunt, 5.GUESS Kids Iselan, 6.Western Chief Kids Batman Rainboot, 7.Hunter Kids Young Hunter Original, 8.Columbia Kids Bugaboot™ Plus, 9.Sorel Kids Tivoli

There sure has been a ton of rain since the school year started for most kids across the country. As your little ones tread puddles to get to the bus stop, make sure they’re prepared with the best rain boots around to protect their feet.

It’s a good thing Zappos carries a ton of thoroughly cool rain boots for kids. With boots this cool, they won’t mind getting caught in the rain! Don’t forget the umbrellas!

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More From Lucky FABB

by Brooke Hyden on Sep 14, 2011 in More Than Shoes1 comment

We had so much fun at the Lucky FABB Conference and Awards, we thought we’d share more with you guys! In the Zappos “More Than Shoes” Booth, we had a fun photo booth set up where everyone got to let loose and take silly photos with friends.

Among the other brands in attendance were Sorel, Essie, Timberland, LeSportsac, and Laundry by Shelly Segal. Zappos was definitely in good company!

Thanks again to everyone who stopped by hang out with us and to all the bloggers who participated. We had an excellent time all around!

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Keen Clean Up at Mt. Charleston

by Hannah E. on Sep 14, 2011 in OutdoorBe the first to comment!

A couple of months ago, a few Zapponans, along with our friends from KEEN, went out to do the second annual Mt. Charleston cleanup.

Here’s KEEN CEO James Curleigh talking about the event, and how YOU can volunteer to do a cleanup in your own community.

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Zappos at Lucky FABB 2011

by Brooke Hyden on Sep 13, 2011 in More Than ShoesBe the first to comment!

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Clockwise: Busy tweeting the day's events! , Christina from the blog Trop Rouge visits the Zappos booth, Some girls taking photo booth pics , Michelle and Hope handing out goodies in the Zappos booth

The Lucky FABB conference was so much fun! We got to meet so many talented and stylish bloggers, both established and up-and-coming. Zappos had our “More Than Shoes” photobooth set up, complete with props. 

I also got to attend some AMAZING panels, including the always-radiant Diane Von Furstenberg and the Kardashian sisters!

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Some of the stylist-picked ensembles in the Zappos booth. (complete with QR codes so people could shop the outfit right on their phones!)

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Clockwise: Presenting at the Lucky FABB Awards, The Zappos Blogger Challenge wall, Bloggers Helena and Kimberly show off their creations!

We capped off the day with the Lucky FABB Awards which honored some of the best and most innovative fashion and beauty bloggers out there. I had the great honor of awarding Best Up-and-Comer Blogger to Brooklyn Blonde, Helena Glazer, and the winner of the Facebook Zappos Blogger Challenge: From Me to You, Jamie Beck.

Congratulations to all the winners, and a huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by to say hello!


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7 For All Mankind: An Affair With Flare

by Hannah E. on Sep 13, 2011 in Fashion CultureBe the first to comment!

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While the denim landscape was once dominated by skinny jeans, there will always be a fond place in our hearts for flare jeans. There’s just something so universally flattering about flare denim; not to mention, nothing goes better with this season’s platform shoes and boots!

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Left to Right: Dojo in Cadette, Dojo (Zappos Exclusive white stitch) in New York Dark, Jiselle Flare in Earheart

These days, the look of flared jeans is more modern than Marcia Brady. We love the 7 For All Mankind Dojo, a figure-flattering, leg-lengthening flare trouser jean. For a more fitted look, we’re all about the Jiselle Flare. Rock them with your sky-high platforms for maximum impact!

The Kaylie Slim Fit Bootcut is a more subtle version of the flare with its elongated silhouette. It looks fabulous with both flats and heels.

If retro is more your taste, you'll adore the the high-waisted wide flare of the Biancha (coming soon!). No matter what your preference, an affair with flare jeans is just what you need for this fall season!

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