First Dress: For All Your Holiday Dress Shopping Needs!

It may only be October right now, but before you know it the Holidays will be here. We all what that means! Socializing, socializing, and more socializing. That means company parties, nights out with your friends you don’t get to see very much, and of course holiday parties.

You’ll definitely need a new dress (or a few) right? I mean, a girl can’t go out in our work attire and feel absolutely stunning and gorgeous? That’s reason enough to get a new form fitting dress that makes you feel like a million and ten bucks, am I right? Well, I have you covered! Dress First has everything you need to look and feel absolutely fabulous and save money while doing so.

I love the variety of styles that they have. No matter what style of dress you prefer to wear, they most definitely have something that you will absolutely lust over! If you like to keep it simple with regular dark colors (dark blue, black) or lighter colors (white, pale yellow). Or if you like to glam stuff up a little with bright flowing colors, they have it all. You should check out their holiday dresses, they are all very show-stopping!

I’m the type of girl who likes just about anything (depending on the fabric and the flow of the fabric). I like the long, flowing, mix of light and dark colored dresses that are simple yet elegant. These can be found with the  evening dresses. These are the dresses that make you feel like you’ve just stepped into a fairy tale and you’re the leading princess.

Yet I also light the bright colors and glamorous look of cocktail dresses. These are the dresses that you can mingle in. That people will stop and take notice of. These are also the dresses that make awesome party dresses because of the bold daring cuts in the fabric. These are all very breathtaking!

For all of your dress needs, you should definitely shop First Dress!

-Jessica

Eddie Bauer Adventurer Backpack Review #2013HolidayGiftGuide

This is one of Eddie Bauer’s most favored daypacks, and I can totally see why. The Eddie Bauer Adventurer Backpack has everything I‘ve been looking for. It is big enough for all of my necessary items, is lightweight, has tons of pockets, and comes in a variety of colors! I can easily carry this backpack around with me all day without it being uncomfortable.



The adventurer backpack is extremely durable and dependable. I don’t have to worry about a strap breaking, a zipper snapping off, or it not having the strength to hold my laptop. It is one of the largest backpacks that they make. It’s built for someone who needs a strong, durable backpack that will meet their needs for years to come!



It has numerous features that make it comfortable and useful, even when the backpack is fully loaded down. The back panel is made out of padded air mesh and foam. This helps keep the majority of the weight from being right on my spine. It is actually relaxing the way that it molds to my back and keeps my laptop or binders from poking me in the back.

The contoured shoulder straps definitely are a MAJOR bonus. Most backpacks don’t offer padded shoulder straps and it shows within the first hour. Without the padding my shoulders would start burning and aching from all the pain. With these straps, I feel absolutely no pain at all because the padding shields my shoulders! They are adjustable too, which makes the backpack even more comfortable.


This backpack also comes with a sternum strap & stowable waist belt. This is what hiking backpacks use to keep the waist balanced off your back. Genius idea, it really helps when you have a heavy load and have a long way to walk to class or if you have to wear it for a long time.



It also has a safety whistle on the sternum strap. The sternum and waist straps definitely make the load seem 10 times lighter when the weight is shifted and balanced, not just put on your shoulders and back. The waist belt is able to be hidden and tucked away inside the backpack, so that isn’t dangling or getting in the way when it isn’t in use.



I love that there are various zipper compartments in a variety of places. This includes a zipper compartment that allows direct access to my laptop. I can slip my laptop in and out of this compartment with ease. I can write while waiting at the doctor, at the park, or wherever and I don’t have to fight with getting the laptop in the main compartment with all my binders and papers! It is just so convenient and makes it easy to get stuff done!



I love that the backpack comes with a Velcro strip to secure my laptop inside very easily. This isn’t an easy task when you have a 17’ laptop. I looked everywhere for a backpack or even carrying case for a 17’ and couldn’t find one of good quality until now. This holds my laptop with ease and secures it. I love the fact that it’s padded as well. It keeps my laptop safe from slight bangs or bumps if someone accidentally knocks into me, or knocks my backpack over!



  I love how spacious the main compartment is. I can easily put my laptop, 2 full sized binders, a couple notebooks, and some books without having trouble zipping it up. It’s very roomy and definitely has more space than a normal backpack! I don’t have to decide between this binder or that one, I can carry it all!



Inside the second compartment is a lot of extra space to fit everything I need to carry with me at all times. I can put my pens in the pen slots and unused index cards in the bigger zipper compartment. I can put my SD cards and USB flash drives in the mesh compartment on the side. My keys on the key fob, and my index cards I’ve written notes on along with my business cards in the smaller card slots!



On one side of the backpack is a mesh drink compartment. I can store my Cool Gear Canned drink, a 20’ coke, or a water bottle. That way my hands are always free, I really like that. I also like that I don’t have to worry about the drink sweating on the stuff inside my backpack. The outside keeps the stuff on the inside safe from the condensation. On the other side is a hidden compartment where you can hide your credit card/debit card/money or whatever!



The outer mesh compartment can be used for anything and everything. During spur of the moments, I usually push my jacket or sweater inside of it. It can be used for smaller notebooks, more supplies (pencils, pens, sketchbook, reading book, tablet).



I am IN LOVE with this backpack! I love everything about it. Especially the fact that they have so many color options. Usually I can’t find a backpack that has my favorite color on it (lime green) and wa-lah! Eddie Bauer hit the spot!

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Fall brings Cooler Weather! Heather Tune Up Time & Heating Unit Tips

October is here and although you wouldn’t be able to tell by the temperatures right now, you will be able to sense the cooler weather here soon. You’ll definitely be thinking about kicking that heat on in the next week or so as the temperatures drop fairly low.

Did you know that Almost half of the energy used in our homes goes to heating and cooling? Making better choices when it comes to your homes heating and cooling units will hugely impact how much you’re forking out for your electricity bills this winter.

If you own a heather system that is slightly on the older side of life, you really need to consider finding a company that specializes in heater maintenance and ask them about a heater tune up. They will look at your furnace and help with any concerns or problems that you may be having with your unit.

They will let you know if they find something wrong with your unit and whether or not it can be fixed and if you should consider purchasing a new one. Having heater repair that is affordable and reliable usually revolves around companies that have been around awhile and are family owned. They (in my opinion) are better to hire because their family relies on your business.

If your unit cannot be fixed, you’ll have to consider purchasing a newer model. If you are constantly picking up the phone to call a repairman to come out and take a look at your unit, you may just want to go ahead and purchase a new one. Not only are you going to save yourself from freezing toes and the hassle of a broken unit every time you turn around, but you’ll also save money overtime.

If your heating unit is more than ten years old, it might be time to replace it. Newer equipment that is also high-efficiency will be more costly to buy outright but it will be worth it in the long run. Energy efficient heating units help to regulate the humidity in your home, which will save you money because it will lead to a better quality of air in your home (hence saving you money).

If you don’t think that your heating unit is more than ten years old, or that there isn’t very much wrong with it.. you can always choose the option of fixing it. It might just require the seasonal cleaning which flushes out the dust, mildew, or mold that can grow inside while the heater isn’t in use during the summer months.

Whether you just need a regular tune-up or you need an entirely new unit- after all is said and done, you’ll see a major change in how much your energy bill runs you a month. A tune-up to a heating unit is just like tuning up a car, you need to keep it in tip top shape to keep it running right!

A professional inspection and tune up every few year or at least every OTHER year is a good investment. It will keep your furnace running efficiently, your bills down, and your toes warm! The professionals have the knowledge and skills to make sure that any part of your unit that might slowly deteriorate over the years is replaced properly.

If you are in the Dallas, Tx Area you should definitely check out Aramendia Plumbing, Heating, and Air

Jessica Renee

CaseCow.com: iPhone / iPod cases bundle sales

Do you have an IPhone or Ipad? Then you know how important is to protect them. You also must know how easily the screens can crack with an accidental slip of a hand. How about kids? Have you downloaded apps for them to play on and learn with? Are you scared they might accidentally drop it?

You definitely need an IPhone/Ipad case to protect them from those accidental bangs against the tables and the dropping. Casecow.com is having a huge bundle sale right now that is site wide and on a huge variety of cases to keep you covered!

• Any 3 iPhone 5/5S cases for $20, with a free screen protector and free shipping to the United States

 

• Any 3 iPod 2/3/4/Mini cases for $30, with a free screen protector and free shipping to the United States

They have more than 150 cases available for every style of IPhone and Ipad. These would make amazing gifts for the 2013 holiday season for those on your list with Apple products! You can’t beat the affordable prices and variety of styles. They have something for everyone, no matter what style or color they may love!

You could mix it up and give 2 as gifts and keep one for yourself. OR you could gift one to your husband/wife, keep one for yourself, and gift the remaining case to someone for Christmas. Either way you decide to do it, it is a win-win for your pocket. This is something affordable, useful, and stylish. Not only is this an amazing deal but Casecow also gives free shipping AND a free screen protector to go with it.

I love that they have a variety of textures, designs, and colors to choose from. They have genuine leather, wood, aluminum, felt, and more. Stock up while the deal lasts! Usually just ONE case is $30, so you’re getting an amazing deal at 3 for the price of 1.

*Free shipping to the Unites States ONLY, and discount applied at checkout.

 

-Jessica