How ya Like them (Shabby) Apples? Give Away!

One of the things that seems to happen after you've been blogging for a while is that you receive offers for "free" products. Well, "free" if you will review them on your blog. I generally don't say yes.* BUT, this week I received an offer from Shabby Apple, a retailer I like very much, that I can pass on to my readers instead of benefiting from myself.

But first, here is what I like about Shabby Apple, in their own words...

"At Shabby Apple, we believe in both femininity and feminism. As feminine women, we create clothing that is artful in design and crafted with a vintage-style flare. Each piece is carefully constructed to both flatter a women’s figure and maintain her mystery. As feminists, we created a company that is women-owned and operated and that donates to help other women start their own businesses. With our old-fashioned style and modern ideals, we believe the best is yet to come!" (from their website)

How could I say no to vintage clothing for a reader from a retailer whose ethos is one that I can absolutely get down with? Also, on a more superficial note, vintage styling often translates into a longer hem length, which means that many more of their dresses and skirts are work-appropriate length for longer-limbed gals like me. I guess this is what they mean by "maintaining her mystery". This jives with my own style - I love clothing that flatters my figure without being overly revealing.

So, on to the goods! Shabby Apple has invited me to host a giveaway for one of their dresses or skirts. I got to pick which one; I hope you like my choice!

Hully-Gully Skirt

This is their Hully-Gully Skirt. It's a high-waisted pencil skirt with a fun bow detail at the waist (sizes 2-16). I think it has real charm. I can't decide if I think this falls into the cake or frosting category, so I've decided that I'm going to call it pie. Shabby Apple Pie, to be precise.

The fine print: sadly this contest is only open to US readers. Sorry, foreign readers. Those who want in, just holler Apple Pie in the comments by Tuesday, June 18 at midnight EDT. Also, since we haven't talked about dessert recently, feel free to tell me what your favorite kind of pie is for a second chance to win (all in one comment is fine)! Oh, and please do make sure I have a way of getting in touch with you!


*I have no affiliation with Shabby Apple and am not getting anything in return for this giveaway. I could have opted to get a free dress myself, if I would review it on my blog, or do a giveaway instead. I chose giveaway, since you all deserve cute skirts and I have no ambition to have sponsors or build a career or earn any money from sewing/blogging. I admire those who do - they add a lot to our community! But it's simply not for me, at least not at this point in my life. Sewing is something that I do for the love of it and am happy to bankroll. It's an investment in myself, which is the most important and significant investment that a person can make, IMHO. Next is investing in others, which Shabby Apple does and is what made up my mind to go ahead with this.