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May 20, 2015

Memorial Day Sales & Coupons

Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to shop for the upcoming summer months. We’ve brought together some of the hottest deals of the year to help make your shopping a bit easier. Send May on its way and swoon for June with fantastic deals on all you need for fun in the sun. With free shipping offers and exclusive coupon codes, you can find everything you need this season in one shopping swoop while staying on budget.

Clothing:

Macy’s

Memorial Day Sale: Get 20% off plus an extra 25% off Clearance.
Code: HOORAY
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with 8.0% Cash Back>

Lord and Taylor

Big Sale Memorial Day weekend + 20% off full-priced and Sale items.
Code: MEMORIAL
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 3.0% Cash Back>

Forever 21

30% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th

Memorial Day Savings: Up to 70% off everything.
Code: SUMMER
(Exp. 05/27/2015)
Shop Deal with 8.0% Cash Back>

Lands End

Memorial Day Sale! Receive 30% off everything.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 3.0% Cash Back>

Nasty Gal

40% off Memorial Day Sale.

(Exp. 05/27/2015)
Shop Deal with 1.0% Cash Back>

QVC

Up to 50% off Memorial Day Weekend Clearance.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

Theory

Up to 40% off Memorial Day Weekend Sale.
(Exp. 05/27/2015)
Shop Deal with 4.5% Cash Back>

Travel & Vacations:

CheapOAir

Up to $40 off Memorial Day Weekend Deals.
(Exp. 05/31/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to $13.00 Cash Back>

Hotels.com

Kick off summer with a Memorial Day hotel up to 40% off plus save an additional 10% on select hotels.
Code: AFEBATESMAY15
(Book by 5/24, Travel by 6/28)
Shop Deal with 6.0% Cash Back>

Orbitz

Memorial Day Hotel Deals. (travel by December 31, 2015)
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 8.3% Cash Back>

Travelocity

Up to 40% off Memorial Day Sale. (For travel between May 21, 2015 and May 25, 2015.)
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 7.0% Cash Back>

Groupon

Memorial Day Sale- Save up to an extra 20%.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 6.0% Cash Back>

Rooms to Go

Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 1.0% Cash Back>

Health & Beauty:

Perfumania

20% off Memorial Day Sale.
Code: MEM20
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 7.0% Cash Back>

Puritan’s Pride

Memorial Day Sale! Save up to 80% Off Top Sellers + Free Shipping!
(Exp. 05/23/2015)
Shop Deal with 5.0% Cash Back>

Shoes & Handbags:

eBags

Up to 65% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 10.0% Cash Back>

Amazon

Memorial Day Savings Event – Save 20% on select women’s shoes.
Code: FUN20SUN
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 3.0% Cash Back>

BaubleBar

Memorial Day Savings – Save 20% , Buy 3 Items and save 25%, Buy 4 or More and Save 30%.
Code: MEMORIAL20, MEMORIAL25, MEMORIAL30
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 4.0% Cash Back>

Foot Locker

Up to 50% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/27/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 2.5% Cash Back>

Onlineshoes.com

30% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 5.0% Cash Back>

Reebok

Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with Up to 5.0% Cash Back>

Electronics & Computers:

Abt Electronics

$50 off $499+ Memorial Day Sale order.
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

Panasonic

Memorial Day Blowout Sale: Up to 65% off sitewide + free shipping.
(Exp. 05/26/2015)
Shop Deal with 4.0% Cash Back>

Best Buy

Memorial Day 4-Day Sale – Save on HDTVs, laptops, video games and more.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 1.0% Cash Back>

Home, Garden & Tools:

Sears

Memorial Day Spectacular – Up to 60% off mattresses + free delivery on $599+.
(Exp. 06/02/2015)
Shop Deal with 6.0% Cash Back>

Walmart

Memorial Day Online Sale – Up to 40% off select items.
(Exp. 05/31/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

Baby, Kids & Toys:

Carter’s

Memorial Day Sale – 50% off everything + 20% off $40. (Exclusions apply, see site for details.)
Code: MAYCART
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 5.0% Cash Back>

Diapers.com

Memorial Day Sale – Get 20% off hundreds of top brands plus free 2 day delivery on orders $49 or more.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

Osh Kosh B’Gosh

Memorial Day Sale with Extra 25% off Clearance.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.5% Cash Back>

Sports & Outdoors:

Cabela’s

Up to 50% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.0% Cash Back>

The Sports Authority

Up to 80% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/24/2015)
Shop Deal with 3.0% Cash Back>

Backcountry.com

Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 5.0% Cash Back>

Sierra Trading Post

Extra 40-80% off select items – Memorial Day Clearance Event.
(Exp. 05/27/2015)
Shop Deal with 2.5% Cash Back>

Campmor

Up to 25% off Memorial Day Sale.
(Exp. 05/25/2015)
Shop Deal with 3.5% Cash Back>

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Prices and Cash Back Percentages are subject to change.

May 18, 2015

Decorating Hacks for a Better Looking Home

While we’d all love to live in our dream home, not everyone can grace the paces of Architectural Digest. Thankfully for the rest of us, there’s no shortage of quick, simple, and easy ways to transform your home from average to amazing. If you’re looking for a few ways to freshen your home’s interior design, the internet DIY community is a wellspring of inspiration and fun ideas that won’t drain your back account. Here’s out guide to hacking your home design one room at a time!

Kick Things Up in the Kitchen

The kitchen is one of the easiest places to start with your decorative hacking. While most of us think of it for its utilitarian purposes, your kitchen can be just as charming and design friendly as the rest of the house, even if you’re an active chef. The ladies over at I Am Momma Hear Me Roar have a great way to take a boring rubber floor mat and turn it into a stylish fabric floor covering that is not only secure, but also attractive.

With a few simple steps and a few crafty supplies, you can have an easy to clean, personalized mat that makes chopping onions oh so comfortable. And if you order your supplies using Michaels coupons from Ebates, you can make the project that much easier on the wallet.

kitchenmat — via I Am Momma Hear Me Roar

Lighten Up Your Living Room

If you’re living in an older home or apartment, there’s a solid chance you have an unusable fireplace. While we love the architectural detailing of an old mantle, a whitewashed slab in the middle of your living room feels like wasted space. The Budget Decorator will show you how t put the fireplace to use with an assortment of candles for a sophisticated, bohemian glow. After all, it’s still a flame, just a bit smaller in scale.

candlesfireplace — via The Budget Decorator

Design Details in the Dining Room

Feeling a bit blasé about your dining room? House Beautiful has some great ideas about easy makeovers you could do in a day. If it’s the furniture you’re lacking, go with the pro tip and just paint everything white. Your table and chairs might be well-loved antiques, but a fresh coat of high-gloss white paint will give your dining room a fresh, airy look. If you’re looking for a funky touch, you can get creative with your wall décor. They recommend decorating a wall with plates for a unified look that’s a cheeky take on the purpose of the room, and one that you’re dinner guests definitely won’t have seen before.

Bring Some Style to the Bathroom

Often the home’s most overlooked opportunity for design improvement, the bathroom deserves a little attention. Another utilitarian space, you might not think of your bathroom as a very style-friendly zone, but there are some little things you can do to beautify it. Take your shower curtain for instance. Real Simple suggests that instead of going with traditional metal rings, add an interesting touch by fastening it to the rod with fabric bows. It’s fun, functional, and rust-resistant.

You don’t have to undergo an entire home renovation to get a fresh new style. Follow these four simple decorating hacks and you’ll be amazed just how great your home can look!

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May 15, 2015

Spring Trends: Spice-Market Colors

Reds, olives, chocolate browns, burnt orange and of course mustard–these are the spice-market colors that create one hot spring trend. While these rich shades may remind you of fall, they can easily be carried into the spring months with the right styles.

This rusty red dress features bohemian embroidery and pairs perfectly with a mustard bag. A gold necklace and nude t-strap sandals give the look a modern touch.

Sarkoz Pima Cotton Sundress (Peruvian Collection $149) | Peach Corded Collar With Gold (Dorothy Perkins $14)| Ukie T-Strap Sandals (Nine West $69) | Jerome Dreyfuss Anatole Mustard Leather Shoulder Bag (Forzieri $1,025)

Keep warm from the occasional spring chill with this pumpkin-colored sweater. Add an emerald necklace for a little pop and maroon sneakers for an elevated casual look.

Vans Manyard Sweater (Backcountry.com $29.95) | Geranium Chevron Necklace (Shoebuy $26.95) | Winnie Stretch Twill Pant (J.Crew Factory $59.50) | Puma Suede Classic Burgundy Sneakers (ASOS $99) | Street Level Vegan Leather Bucket Bag (Nordstrom $48)

For the office, a mustard dress in a killer, structured cut will turn heads without being over the top. Marbled chocolate pumps and some subtle prints in the bracelets and bag turn this into one fierce daytime outfit.

Sarah Ponte Dress (Boden $138) | J. Renee Alsen Pumps (Shoebuy $89.95) | Vince Camuto Leila Tote (Shoebuy $197.95) | Leopard Print Gold Multilayer Bracelet (ChicNova #3.33)

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May 14, 2015

Spring Trends: New Bohemian

As we continue our look into popular spring trends, we are shifting our focusing on a more romantic look channeling the 60s and 70s. The new bohemian style focuses on soft floor-sweeping dresses, vibrant prints, and soft pastel hues. Think hippie-chic with a modern twist. We’ve created three looks to channel peace, love, and happiness.

New bohemian features bold patterns and fun transparencies. This chevron stripe ombre maxi dress features both of those with a beautiful color combination. Pair this dress with simple, yet chic brown sandals with a fun gold detail and a matching drawstring bag. Complete the look with a woven headband – this one has similar colors to what is in the dress!

Ruffle Top Chevron Stripe Ombre Maxi Dress (Maurices $44) | Steve Madden ‘Rillie’ Two Strap Sandal (Nordstrom $59.95) | The Point Drawstring Bag (Lucky Brand $198) | BP. Woven Chain Headband (Nordstrom $12)

While pastels are popular this spring, you can still rock some darker colors with the new boho trend. Pair a crochet baby doll dress with a paisley kimono for a soft look with a bit of edge. Accessorize with a black floppy hat (perfect for sunny days) and these nude t-strap wedges.

Tiered Babydoll Dress with Crochet (Maurices $39) | Black Paisley Print Kimono (Dorothy Perkins $49) | Black Felt Floppy Hat (Dorothy Perkins $25) | Vince Camuto Mathis T-Strap Platform Wedge Sandals (Macy’s $119)

Prints are huge in bohemian fashion and if you remember, mixing prints is also huge this spring. Pair a patterned maxi with a simple tank top that has minimal prints for a great spring outfit. Accessorize with simple white sandals, geometric bangles, and wire ring.

Chiffon Tank with Double Straps and Embroidery (Maurices $29) | Element Essie Maxi Skirt (Backcountry $39.45) | BP. ‘Mantra’ Flat Thong Sandal (Nordstrom $49.95) | Bangle Set (Lucky Brand $41.30) | Alex and Ani ‘Providence – Endless Knot’ Expandable Wire Ring (Nordstrom $48)

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May 11, 2015

Sweet 16 Dreams – “Pin to Win” Contest

Ebates is turning 16! Join the celebration with a special giveaway. Plan the birthday party of your teenage dreams for a chance to win an Amazon gift card! $100 for first place, $50 for second.

How to Enter the Dream Sweet 16 Giveaway:

1. Join Ebates:

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2. Follow Ebates on Pinterest:

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3. Create a board and name it “Sweet 16 Dreams.”

4. Pin party ideas for your fantasy Sweet 16:

Pick a theme and pin items that you would dream up for your Sweet 16 party if you were to be planning one today. Pin decorations, invitations, food and drink to the perfect outfit! It’s your special day, after all. Feel free to re-pin items from our “Sweet 16 Dreams” board or find your own pictures on Pinterest or online. Be sure to make it creative since we’ll be choosing the best board.

4. Use the hashtag #EbatesTurns16 in each of your pins.

5. Submit your email using the Rafflecopter widget below and leave a comment with the link to your board. Feel free to pin the contest image for an extra entry.

This sweepstakes ends on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 11:59 PM PST. The winner will be selected on May 18, 2015 and notified by email. Please be aware of the Giveaway Rules.

Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox, as the winner will have 24 hours to accept the prize before we will choose another winner.

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May 11, 2015

Ebates Sweet 16 Celebration

Ebates is turning Sweet 16 and we’re ready to party! Join us in our week-long celebration extravaganza where you have a few chances to win some super sweet prizes. After all, we couldn’t turn 16 without you! Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on these special events for Ebates Sweet 16.

Schedule of Events:

Monday 5/11 through Sunday 5/17/2015 11:59pm PDT

Pinterest “Pin-To”Win” Contest

Create the Sweet 16 party of your dreams with pins! First place Pinterest board wins $100 gift card to Amazon, second place gets $50.

Wednesday 5/13

Twitter Party 1-3pm PDT

Join us on Twitter for two hours of fun and prizes! We’ll be giving away gift cards throughout the event to people who answer our #wheniwas16 questions. Get ready to get nostalgic.

Thursday 5/14 through Sunday 5/17/2015 11:59pm PDT

Instagram Throw-Back Contest

We want to fill Instagram with pictures of you at 16. Instagram your picture for a chance to win a $50 Ebates bonus!

YOU MUST BE AN EBATES MEMBER IN ORDER TO WIN.

Before we get this party started, make sure to follow us on Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter so you won’t miss anything!

Now that you’ve gotten the invite, be sure to come back once the party begins! Click each individual link above for more information on how to enter that giveaway once the day comes!

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May 7, 2015

Spring Trends: Mix, Don’t Match

While color blocking may have been all the rage to make a bold statement a couple of years ago, mixing prints is definitely the new daring. Before you dive into this fashion-forward trend, just heed a few pieces of advice to make sure you pull off a hot look and not a hot mess.

When you have a printed top and bottom, bring in some neutral accessories to avoid overdoing it. The woven bag in this outfit gives the clothing center stage but has it’s own subtle detail that makes the complete look very chic.

Leaf Print Tunic (Topshop $90) | Striped Midi Skirt (Topshop $60) | Alexander Wang Sandals (Saks Fifth Avenue $525) | Bottega Veneta Bag (Saks Fifth Avenue $3,750)

Stripes in any color are perhaps the easiest print with which to pair. Plus, they can be dressed up or down. This outfit is breezy and chic with printed joggers, chunky wedges and an oversized tote.

Billabong Turn Away Pant (Backcountry $44.95) | Hurley Tank Top (Backcountry $29.95) | Steve Madden Wedges (Onlineshoes.com $79.95) | Oversize Tote (Karen Millen $499)

When you’ve got a large area of print going on and you want to play it down for daytime, a sleek black or neutral blazer is your go-to. Plus, printed shoes are always an easy way to experiment with prints.

Nieve Dress (Reiss $320) | American Vintage Blazer (The Hut $199.95) | Bella Vita Leona Heels (ShoeBuy $99.95) | Soho Bracelet Set (Macy’s $58)

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May 4, 2015

Spring Trends: All White

Spring is the season for new beginnings. The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and fashionistas everywhere are shedding their winter coats to show off new trends. We decided to split up our Spring Trends blog post into four parts, highlighting on four popular spring trends we are loving.

Today we are focusing on what is a seemingly simple trend, but is bold in a brand new way. And it’s probably something you can do with pieces you already own! Head-to-toe white makes quite a statement in a modern and monochromatic way. We’ve created three outfits to get you all fired up about white-hot looks for spring.

All white outfits may seem daunting at first, but by using multiple separates, you can easily create a modern and sleek look. This textured scuba blazer dresses up a cami and white skinny jeans. Pair this outfit with metallic silver pumps and a floral wallet and you have a great outfit for a fun night out.

Textured Scuba Blazer (Topshop $115) | Ivory Pleat Front Cami (Dorothy Perkins $15) | J Brand 811 Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans (Net-A-Porter $175) | Jowzer D’Orsay Pumps (Nine West $79) | Ted Baker London Floral Bow Matinee Wallet (Bloomingdale’s $150)

We all love a comfortable sneaker. Pair with a girly eyelet dress and the incredibly popular bucket bag, you have a fun spring outfit that is not only chic, but sensible.

All Eyelets On You Dress (ModCloth $69.99) | Converse Chuck Taylor Low Top Sneakers (Macy’s $49.99) | Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘Metropoli’ Leather Bucket Bag (Nordstrom $278)

For a more relaxed look, pair a white rollsleeve top with bermuda shorts and white sandals. Add a pop of color with a crossbody bag and you’re set for the weekend.

White Collarless Rollsleeve Top (Dorothy Perkins $27) | AEO Factory Twill Bermuda Short (American Eagle Outfitters $39.95) | Circus by Sam Edelman ‘Selma’ Gladiator Sandal (Nordstrom $44.95) | MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Bedford’ Saffiano Leather Flat Crossbody Bag (Nordstrom $178)

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April 30, 2015

Spring 2015 Runway-Inspired Nail Polish Trends

Spring fashion doesn’t just stop at clothes and kicks. Your nails can be an important part of your look and a great way to turn heads no matter what you’re wearing. These nail polish trends are hot off the runways and we found the perfect spring nail colors to help you try them on for size. They will certainly take your everyday outfits to new, high-fashion levels.

Tie Dye Nails

Rebecca-Minkoff-Spring-2015 — via PopSugar

Using jewel tones and pastels, nail artists have created this modern nod to the swinging 60s with this boho-chic tie dye look. You can, of course, use any color combo you like for a look all your own.

Half Moons

Simple and chic, these coral half moon manis create a barely-there look that will let your clothes and accessories do all the talking. Sometimes it’s all about the little details to create a big impact.

Wiped Out

The key to this undone nail look is to apply polish like normal then simply take nail polish remover and wipe off most of the manicure. You can do this to create a neat or jagged finish. Who knew your two-week-old mani would become a hot runway trend?

Most Wanted Spring Nail Colors

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April 28, 2015

bliss Beach Body Giveaway

Spring and summer bring sunshine and waves. Are you ready to shed those layers and show a little skin in a hot new bathing suit or bikini? Perfect your coast-side look and enter to win the amazing $99 bliss + kate spade saturday Beach Body Essentials set from bliss, with a total value of $203! One lucky winner will receive a bundle of summer must-haves to tone up your bod and keep your skin glowing, all in one adorable Kate Spade Saturday polka-dot cosmetic bag.

Here’s what you’ll receive in this bodacious Bliss prize package:

fatgirlslim armcandy, 4.2 oz – This arm cream’s fabulous formula features a complex of lactic acid, caffeine, white sapphire and moisture beads that also reduce redness.

fatgirlsixpack tummy-toning gel, 4.9 oz – This targeted treatment contains a powerful blend of six actives to assist in toning and firming your skin.

‘fuzz’ off bikini hair removal cream, 2 oz – Packed with vitamin E, cocoa butter and shea butter, it banishes undesired hair while moisturizing your skin. Plus, the angled precision applicator grants you the control to “style” your own way for truly customized results.

paraben free blood orange+white pepper body butter, 6.7 oz – This vibrantly scented body moisturizer instantly drenches dry skin, leaving it seriously soft and a-“peel”-ingly fragranced.

ingrown eliminating pads (50 ct) – Post-wax (or shave) pads that keep stubble from causing trouble.

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Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox, as the winner will have 24 hours to accept the prize before we will choose another winner.

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