Boutique to You

Hi Biffles! Only 3 more days until Christmas, and the shopping frenzy continues! Stores are so packed with crowds trying to get their last-minute shopping in that many have turned to online shopping instead of hitting the malls. Here's a great way to shop for the hottest trends for you and your BFF: Boutique to You! 

What sets this website apart is that you can shop by celebrity! From Blake Lively to Rachel Bilson (pictured below), a wide range of celebrity style is made easier to follow (and to recreate!) on Boutique to You!

Another awesome thing about Boutique to You is that it's a great place to get your BFF Bracelet!

Everyone at BFF is so excited for all of the support we are getting for the bracelet and our efforts to better connect people to our friends in the military! Happy shopping, BFF'ers!

Holiday Gift Giving Guide!!

We've just passed the biggest shopping day of the year (anybody go Black Friday shopping?), but most people don't do their holiday shopping until December. If you are stuck on what to get, BFF has got your gift giving guide for this holiday season!

Foodies

Bakers will love baking tools that will help set their yummy creations apart. Try specialty cookie cutters or a frosting set from the Sur La Table gift guide!

Surprise your favorite food enthusiast with quirky kitchen gadgets, like this Raman combo fork-spoon

Tech Nerds

For people who LOVE their phones, I Make My Case provides custom-designed cases for iPhones and Blackberries; a great way to personalize a gift! 

Amp up an average photo frame by going digital! Best Buy carries a great range of digital photo frames that will bring life to your favorite memories.

Just For You

The man in your life will LOVE this personalized Man Cave sign! 

This adorable photo collage journal set is perfect for keeping your thoughts and memories!

The Outdoorsman (or Woman)

This solar-powered charger by LL Bean is great for the wired adventurer!

Capture the best scenic landscapes with a camcorder made for the great outdoors. It's waterproof! 

Home Designers

Random decorative objects made cute gifts, especially if you fill it with stocking-stuffer goodies, like candy! Check out Mikasa's huge selection of bowls, vases, and more!

Scented candles are always a great touch to any home decor. These gorgeous wood-blown glass candle set is sure to add to the holiday charm.

I hope BFF's 2010 gift guide has sparked some fun ideas for presents. No matter how cheesy, "it's the thought that counts" never goes out of style! Good luck gifting, BFF'ers ;)

Surviving Black Friday

Thanksgiving is only a day away, but we all know that it's not just your aunt's awesome stuffing that you're looking forward to. Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, is the BIGGEST shopping day of the year. Deals, doorbusters, and slashed prices draw crowds in the thousands during early morning hours. But how can we score those top deals without getting mobbed by the crowd or fighting over the last $3 toaster (à la Rebecca Bloomwood of Confessions of a Shopaholic)? BFF has your Black Friday guide to surviving on top!

1. Do your research beforehand

Sift through ads and visit deal-oriented websites, like GottaDeal. Know what the deals are and which retailers carry the ones you want to score. Picking out which deals you want ahead of time keeps you from making a bad split-second impulse buy.

2. Be a savvy shopper

Check Consumer Reports and reviews online before you commit to buying anything. No matter how discounted it is, a bad product is still a bad product.

3. Pick a good shopping buddy

Waiting in long lines and running into angry bargain-hunters can be a pain. But if you have a good teammate who can get in the spirit of Black Friday, shopping on such a stressful day will be less frustrating.

4. Bring props

Make a list of all your deals and stores to hit so that you don't get confused in all the commotion. Bring the ads you found so that if there is any dispute, you have your source with you! Finally, pack portable snacks and drinks so that you're not feeling faint during the shopping extravaganza!

4. Logistics, logistics, logistics

Now that you have your deals, stores, and Black Friday partner(s)-in-crime ready, it's all about execution. Overboard? I think not. Deciding on a time will help keep you moving. Planning out your route helps you navigate efficiently and saves time so that you can get in and out without pushing through crowds for too long.

5. Dress comfortably

I cannot stress this one enough. Make sure you bring a warm jacket - waiting outside in long seemingly never-ending lines can be harsh so be sure to stay warm. Keep in mind that shopping on Black Friday is a physical effort. That means no heels! Wear comfortable clothes that you can move around in.

6. Make friends with the people in line

This could prove handy if you have to run bathroom, and there are new friends who can save your spot in line.

7. Keep in mind that you can also shop online

Many retailers are having the same, if not better, deals online so don't feel like you have to brave the early morning crowds.

Happy shopping Biffles! ;)

Groupon Friday!

Hey Biffles,
Just wanted to share one of our favorite places for deals: Groupon! The great thing about it is that it's so easy to share! Many of their local finds come in pairs, and they have a "Buy It For a Friend" option, something to keep in mind if your BFF's birthday is coming up! Plus, it's way more fun to hit the gym on a discount membership or get a free manicure when you go with your best friends!

So grab your closest friends, and start saving!
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Black Friday

Have fun shopping! Let us know all the cool things you buy today. Drop a line below!

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