How to Stylishly Fall From Grace

It's The Most Boot-iful Time of The Year!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:52:00 +0000

Saja Riding Boot From Shoebox NY

Wonderful would not be appropriate enought to announce my book signing giveaway; customers who purchase a copy of book at my Shoebox NY holiday signing December 9th will be entered into a drawing to win a pair of Saja Riding Boots, valued at $198.00!

My awesome sponsor Shuzsociety is the shoe fairy making someone's feet a little more stylish. Make sure you attend to get a chance to win an early start to Christmas booty!

I'm Thankful For My Book Customers

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:36:00 +0000

D. enjoying her copy of How To Stylishly Fall From Grace in Texas!

From New York to California, I am grateful for the customers who have bought and enjoyed my book. So this Thanksgiving, I give thanks to all of you who have supported me on this magical journey. Simply put-

I appreciate you.

Holiday Book Signing In New York

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:40:00 +0000

Click to view the details!

So Nice, I'm Going Back To The City Named Twice!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:29:00 +0000

Stay tuned for info on my encore book signing at Shoebox NY, complete with shiny new sponsors. Just in time for the holidays!

WIN THIS: My Well-Heeled Quote!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:36:00 +0000

Starting today, November 7 through Sunday, November 15, any orders for a signed copy of my book How To Stylishly Fall From Grace will automatically enter you into a drawing to win my Well-Heeled Quote from Trading Phrases!

Whether you're a single gal walking tall in her life or the quintessential shoe lover, the vinyl wall art is the perfect testament to show that the writing is on the wall. But not permanently; the easy-to-apply art is just as easy to remove.

And don't forget to order a copy of the book for your shoe-loving girlfriend; it makes the perfect stocking stuffer! To order your signed copies, click below!

Canceled: Low Tea and High Heels Holiday Book Signing

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:29:00 +0000

Dahlings, the donning of your pearls and gloves will be delayed; tea time for the well-heeled at La-Tea-Da! Tea Room and Parlour this Sunday has been canceled.

I am working on rescheduling for another date, and will keep you posted.

Low Tea and High Heels Holiday Book Signing

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:31:00 +0000

low tea

n. Chiefly British

An afternoon social gathering at which tea and light refreshments are served.

As I adjust my marketing hat to organize three book signings in the next month, I'm having tea time for the well-heeled at La-Tea-Da! Tea Room and Parlour Sunday, November 8 from 3-5PM in Rochester, NY.

Pearls are optional, but the footwear must be stylish!

'Tis the season to start thinking about that holiday gift list. Wrapped in timeless black patent, How To Stylishly Fall From Grace is the perfect stocking stuffer for the fashionista...

What Are You Falling For?

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:46:00 +0000

Michelle of Cupcake Swirl is one of my book customers enjoying the sweet, chic and unique journey of Zoe!

Video Coverage Of My Shoebox NY Book Signing

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:37:00 +0000

The one and only Nando of Nandoism captured the festivities of my book signing at Shoebox NY!

Pics from My Shoebox NY Book Signing!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:54:00 +0000

Me with Dr. Emily of Catwalk Confidence Workout DVD, who will have a guest appearance on Oprah November 2nd

It was indeed a night to remember; my first book signing! The gracious staff of Shoebox NY served wine & cupcakes, and were the epitome of stylish hostesses! Images: Aldo Camargo Photography

Store Manager Fama Kuran

Her lovely staff!

Signing the book for a customer

The Stuart Weitzman thigh high boots were from Shoebox NY, and were as comfortable as they were FIERCE!!

The fabulous Nando of Nandoism, along with David of LP Fashion Philosophy

R&B/Pop Star Mayra stopped in to purchase a book!

Welcome To My Book Signing At Shoebox NY!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:37:00 +0000

Book Signing Invite

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:30:00 +0000

Click on to view!

What Are You Falling For?

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:18:00 +0000

How To Stylishly Fall From Grace is the most fashionable read for book clubs this fall!

Where Else Would a Shoe Blogger Hold Her First Book Signing?

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:38:00 +0000

Deets to follow!

Prepping For the Book Signing

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:23:00 +0000

As I await confirmation from a fabulous location to host my book's official launch, I am gathering essentials for an author's book signing:
~ Sharpie Stainless Steel Fine Point Permanent Marker
Encased in chic stainless steel, this Sharpie has already been used to sign the pre-order copies that have been received!

~ VOSS Artesian Water
Hydration is key, but especially when water is encased in such stylish bottles. I have recycled these cylinder glass bottles to display my bath salts.

~ Breath R/x, Sugar Free Mints, 12-Count Rolls (Pack of 6)
Have to keep things fresh and so clean!

~ Purell Instant Hand Sanitizer, 8 fl oz (236 ml)
There will be plenty of hand shaking, so a girl's gotta keep on top of her anti-flu game!

Book Deliveries!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:27:00 +0000

It's been a week of continuous e-mails and DMs of news that my book has been delivered to customers all over the country!

The number one word in all the responses? Excited.

Me,too!

How to Stand Tall In Quicksand

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:59:00 +0000

Who knew I could balance celebration and travesty at the same time?

In the midst of being full throttle in my Happy Dance on the release of my book, my beloved blog of three years - The Well-Heeled Society - is the victim of a cyber attack! Oy.

While I scramble to save my branding, affiliate accounts and sanity, I still revel in the fact that my growth has evolved into book author. So much so that I placed the order for the 11x17 display of my book's cover for book signings...

Obstacles, challenges, crashes; they will come when you least expect it. But the key is to keep your stance firmly rooted, even when it seems like you're thick in quicksand.

GET THIS: Stiletto Wall Decal!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 17:58:00 +0000

Here's a chance to have the best-dressed walls; book customers who order by 12 midnight EST Thursday, August 13th will receive* this stiletto vinyl wall art, courtesy of Trading Phrases!

Just imagine it placed right by your shoe closet, verfying your obsession with high heeled expressions. It is 4" in width and in timeless black.

Order your copy of How To Stylishly Fall From Grace today to get it!

*While supplies last

Host a Book Club Pedi Party, Win a $50 Gift Certs!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:55:00 +0000

Ah, Zoe. The elusive main character of my book. You may not be able to walk a mile in her shoes, but you can dig into the pages of How To Stylishly Fall From Grace! And what better way to share her journey than by hosting a book club party, complete with a little indulgence!

Here is the list of items you'll need:

~ A Footcandy Pedicure Kit Party Pack, which has the essential pedicure tools for up to 12 guests: pedicure flip flops, toe separators, nail brush, nail file and wood cuticle sticks

~ Plastic dishwashing bins (one per guest from the Dollar Store)

~ Towels (one per guest). Rolled spa-style, they become placecards within the seat of every chair. Tied with a satin ribbon, each towel holds mini bottles of non-toxic nail polish, like the Truth or Dare Zoya Nail Polish Fall 2009 Collections

~ Several pitchers of warm to mildly hot water

~ To make easy pedicure foot soaks from kitchen staples you already have, I suggest the simple recipes of Footcandy

~ But if you want to ensure your BCPP is the bomb, have on hand assorted Wild Woozle Fizzy Hydrotherapy Bath Powders, which are like pedicure bombs in a jar! Available in the scents of Coconut Lime, Margarita, Chocolate Mint Truffle, Mango Passion, and Mimosa Spa, each jar is equivalent to three bombs. Your guests can choose scents à la carte!

~ What's a pedi party without the diva du jour? Make sure to have at least one jar of Zoe's Secluded Beach Pedicure Scrub, aptly named after the book's main character! Disperse a small dollup per each guests' 'station', so she can experience the sensation of chocolate and pomegranate infusion!

Note: I suggest that appetizers and the first round of cocktails are served before the pedi party begins. The discussion of the book should take place while the guests are settled and soaking in the foot soaks/bath powders, or else you will have too many disruptions.

~ For refreshments, honey, it's all about the shoes! From High Heels, Ruby Slippers and Stiletto Cocktails, to Cinderella Mocktails, keep the martini glasses chilled and full! And what an added bonus if you could enlist husbands and boyfriends to act as garçons (bow ties optional!)

There will be a contest to see who has the most stylish BCPP, as I will be asking book clubs to upload pics from their events. The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate from Wild Woozle Soap Company!

So what's the first step? Ordering copies of the book for the club members!

Place your order for a signed copy below!

$14.95

Shipping rates are for orders within the U.S.; if you reside outside of the states, please contact me prior to ordering for additional shipping rates.

We Have A Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 21:17:00 +0000

Becca Brown of NYC is the winner of this black enamel high heel bookmark, courtesy of Purse Envy!

Now for an update on my book:

PROOF COPY ENROUTE!!!!!

We Have A Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 21:30:00 +0000

Linda Grosvenor of NJ is the winner of the Footcandy Pedicure Kit Party Pack! Linda, make sure to check out Footcandy's great recipes for pedi soaks, rubs and scrubs for your pedi party!

As Linda, who is part of the growing group of extremely patient customers of my book paces the floor with me, we wait on the gifted designer who has promised a weekend's result of a miracle. Fingers, toe and eyes crossed...

Order your copy of How To Stylishly Fall From Grace today!

$14.95

Shipping rates are for orders within the U.S.; if you reside outside of the states, please contact me prior to ordering for additional shipping rates.

WIN THIS: High Heel Bookmark

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:59:00 +0000

Proving one can never have too many shoes, this black enamel high heel bookmark is the perfect fit for your books, courtesy of Purse Envy!

To become eligible to win it, order your copy of How To Stylishly Fall From Grace today!

$14.95

Shipping rates are for orders within the U.S.; if you reside outside of the states, please contact me prior to ordering for additional shipping rates.

We Have A Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:28:00 +0000

Michele Hickford is the winning book customer of both the Black Candy Patent Laptop Bag, compliments of Rainebrooke.com AND the Christofle Tea Candle, compliments of Vivre!

Order your copy of the book now for a chance to win upcoming gifts!

$14.95

And as an added bonus, sign up for Vivre Notes for a chance to win a $1,500 Shopping Spree!

*Shipping rates are for orders within the U.S.; if you reside outside of the states, please contact me prior to ordering for additional shipping rates.

The Absence of Two Customers Is Your Gain!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:28:00 +0000

OK, so two of my book customers must be on extended vacays (with no access to e-mail), so these two gifts are up for the winning! One lucky customer- either new or existing - who places an order for my book will be eligible to win BOTH!

This Black Candy Patent Laptop Bag, compliments of Rainebrooke.com, is the first giveaway in Cherry Drop Red. Made from a durable nylon and patent vinyl, it has convenient compartments for power cords, zippered interior pockets in three sizes and a removable, padded laptop sleeve. $79.95 value

Wrapped in the hue of royalty, this Christofle Tea Candle is compliments of Vivre. Christofle, known for its prestigious silver creations and decorative art, has embellished this candle with its signature coat of arms. It sets the perfect environment as you travel with the book's main character Zoe through her journey. $65.00 value

Order your copy of the book now for a chance to win them!

$14.95

We Have Winners!

noreply@blogger.com (styleandsubstance) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:53:00 +0000

Darlene Fiske is the lucky winner of a pair of Shane&Shawn women's designer shoes of her choice (up to a $250.00 value)!

M. of Los Angeles is the winner of the Wild Woozle Zoe pedicure and body scrubs!

We're still waiting on responses back for the other fab giveaways; could it be YOU? Check your inboxes (and your SPAM folders, too)!