Nordstrom Rack Orange Fashion Bloggers Tweetup Event Celebrates Store Grand Opening March 1st

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All photos in post by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

Mini MommyBlogExpert in Fedora with Michael Kors Trench Jackets

My fashionista daughter, AKA Mini MommyBlogExpert, and I had the time of our lives at the awesome shopping spree #RackOpening Tweetup we were invited to attend.  This was a private hosted event just for a small group of fashion bloggers including us last night at the Nordstrom Rack store in Orange, California ahead of the Grand Opening to the public, tomorrow March 1. You can get more details by following us on Twitter @MommyBlogExpert and @OutletsatOrange as well as liking both Nordstrom Rack Orange and MommyBlogExpert on Facebook for more information about the grand opening celebration.

Special Sweets Served to Us Bloggers Matched the Juicy Handbags!

Juicy Couture Bags...

and Juicy Couture Sweat Pants & Jackets

This was a truly memorable evening with Orange Blossom Drinks, fancy sweets, and all kinds of sushi and other appetizers served by waiters while we shopped. Talk about feeling pampered! But, as you might imagine, shopping with a teen girl can still be challenging and downright not fun. At the same time it can also be a real opportunity for you to bond with your big girl.

Luxe & Edgy Betsey Johnson Jacket

And bond we did -- with my 14 year-old daughter filling in as my personal shopper and fashion consultant we picked out a stunning dress for me in the official MommyBlogExpert color: spring green. Then my daughter found some really hip separates for herself as well as picked out a skirt and some tops for her triplet sister who had to stay home and study. For sure, we both agree, that the colors and textures are bright and bold this season and you can find them all at the Nordstrom Rack at Orange.

Calvin Klein Suede Flat Shoes

All the photos above and below are just a sampling of all that's currently available at the new store. With the Rack's ample and colorful stock for spring, you'll likely find something to suit everyone's taste in your family. Watch for a separate post soon with the three of us modeling all the gorgeous finds we brought home from this fab shopping spree.

Men's Dress Shirts from Many Popular Designers

I've lived in L.A. many years and am a huge Nordstrom fan. However, this was my first time in a Nordstrom Rack. In case you didn't already know they're an off-price chain offering many well-known and coveted designers including names like Juicy Couture, Marc Jacob, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Coach and many more that we all love.

Tutus for Little Girls in Cheery Colors for Spring

The Nordstrom Rack we shopped has clothes, accessories and shoes for women, men and kids. Truly, we were impressed with the wide selection for teens and women. The men's section -- typically lacking at stores like this that sell designer brands for less -- wowed us too.

Mini MommyBlogExpert Walks out of Store Loaded With Great Finds

Nordstrom Rack at Outlets in Orange - Grand Opening March 1, 2012

FTC Disclosure: My two daughters and I each received gift cards to purchase the clothes and accessories of our choice as well as a goody bag for attending this Tweetup. This blog did not receive any other compensation associated with this post. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.

Pet Deal 75% Off Dog ID QR Tag With GPS Notification Service, Limited Quantity, Ends March 5

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All Images in this post provided by PetHub

As a dog loving mommy blogger who writes about everything from Healthy and Gourmet Dog and Cat Pet Treats  to Doggie Pajamas I'm always glad to pass on great deals for pet owners that enhance relationships with our four-legged animals while also saving you money big time. What could be more important than their safety and finding your canine or feline if he or she runs away, gets lost or goes missing? In that vein, here's a GroupOn deal you won't want to miss for 75% off the Red Dingo Id Tag with GPS Notification Service.

This very hip identification Red Dingo Pet Adventure QR Pet Tag powered by PetHub -- chosen by Dog Fancy magazine as Best New Dog Product for 2010 -- includes a unique QR scan code on the back. This special code, when scanned, links to an online account that stores a pet's information. It also allows you to track your beloved pet with smartphone GPS.

Our miniature pinscher makes a habit of running away almost every time we open the front door.  So, I know I could really use one of these tag and GPS service combos for our darling Dexter.

Regularly valued at $56 with this GroupOn deal you can buy it right now for just $14 which includes your choice of blue tag with bone logo or red tag with paw print and a One Year Silver PetHub subscription. They also have another great deal right now for $23 that makes it possible to receive the same tag and a PetHub Annual Gold subscription. Shipping is normally $1.95 but they're offering it free to make this deal even sweeter.

Hurry this special savings opportunity is being offered on GroupOn only till March 5, 2012. Available in limited quantities with a limit of one ID dog tag per person. So if I were you I'd grab yours now while you still can get one at this unbelievably low price.

How about you. Do you have problems with your dog or cat disappearing? Do you think a product like PetHub's would help you if your pet gets lost? Leave a comment and share your stories of your favorite pet.

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Twitter Party Schedule Feb 27 - Mar 4 for Moms & Women With Great Prizes

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Updated 2/28/12

Here's the list of Twitter parties for the week of February 26 - March 4 that moms and women will most likely enjoy. Lots of Twitter parties are already scheduled this week offering family-friendly prizes. Check back here frequently so you don't miss updates and additions to this list as the week goes on. Be the first to know when next week's Twitter Party schedule comes out by subscribing to MommyBlogExpert.

THIS WEEK

Monday, February 27

Come to the @MC_Canada #LegoDuplo party at 8:30 pm EST. Prizes include the chance to win one of 6 Duplo Gift Packs worth approx $150 each. RSVP

You're invited to the #AquaFreshTraining Twitter Party at 8 pm EST. Hosted by @ResourcefulMom  Nine (9) Winners: Eight $50 gift cards and One $100 GC -- a total of  $500 in Walmart gift cards. RSVP 

Join the Oscars & Movie-Themed Travel #TMom Twitter Party at 9 pm EST. Hosted by @TravelingMoms with prizes including The Descendants DVD and more.  RSVP

Tuesday, February 28

Don't miss the #MitsuEV Twitter Party discussing green living & electric vehicles. Hosted by @MomSpark and sponsored by @iMitsubishi at 8 pm EST. Prizes include One $100 Whole Foods Gift Card, Two $50 Whole Foods Gift Cards and Two Prize Packs that include one set of Baggu Pink Reusable Grocery Bags and Lululemon Glass Water Bottles in Ultra Violet. RSVP

They'll be lots of talk of spring with @YesVideo at 9 pm EST at the #YesMemory Twitter Party. Great prizes include Sony Blu-Ray Player and Gift Certificates. RSVP 

Get in on the fun at the #PGLeap Year Twitter Party at 9 pm EST. See all the prizes they're giving away on their Pinterest page  

Wednesday, February 29

Join @MomCentral and @XOutBreakouts at 3 pm EST for their #XOut Twitter Party. Great prizes include: Six $50 Amazon gift codes and X Out 1-step treatment kits. Plus Two pre-party winners will also receive $50 Amazon gift codes and kits.
 RSVP

Thursday, March 1

The #TilexClean Twitter Party at 7 pm EST. Hosted by @SocialMoms offering $20 Amazon Gift Cards to 20 random winners (10 to those who Tweet about the party in advance & 10 to attendees of the event). RSVP

The Lorax Premiere Week Twitter Party at 8 pm EST. #TheLoraxMovie party is hosted by @ResourcefulMom  with lots of prizes like Fandango Gift Cards and Lorax merchandise -- too numerous to list them all. RSVP

Come to the #ARFlashCards Twitter Party at 8 pm EST.  Hosted by @SippyCupMom and sponsored by @Mitchlehan . Prizes include AR Flash Card App and multiple iTunes Giftcards; Grand Prize is an iPod Touch. RSVP


Friday, March 2

Shawn Galloway #FanJamSG Twitter Party at 9 pm EST. Hosted by @MomBlogSociety and @pamelamaynard with sponsors @ItsFreeAtLast and @EssexRetail. Prizes: Two $25 Amazon gift cards, one $10 Toys r Us GC and one $10 Amazon GC. RSVP


COMING SOON...

March 6

Nature's Sleep Twitter Party at 8 pm EST. Hosted by @MakobiScribe and sponsored by  @Natures_Sleep. Prizes include foam pillows, mattresses, and more. RSVP

Twitter Parties are listed free of charge in this weekly schedule. If you'd like to add an event to the Mommy Blog Expert Twitter Party Calendar please email janis at janiselspas dot com with Twitter Party in the subject line & including all the details and links in the body of your message. 

FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend someTwitter Parties as a Guest. However, I did not receive any payment or other compensation associated with this post. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.