A Vera Merry Christmas 2013

I'm back!  My Christmas break from blogging was a little longer than I planned.  I traveled to southern California to spend Christmas with my parents and sister.  I had an amazing time and while I didnt receive any Vera Bradley (they all guessed I had enough) I did give some away as gifts.  First for my sister, I bought a Large Duffel and Large Cosmetic in Provencal.  Erin doesn't have a lot of  Vera Bradley, because that is my thing, not hers, but she seems to be warming up to it.  She mentioned she liked Provencal and I might have gone a little overboard getting her two pieces.  When she opened the present she said, "wow, that is a lot of yellow." 

Mom insisted that she has enough Vera Bradley, but I knew there were a couple of things that I could get her without her saying she had enough.  I was able to get two of the Christopher Radko Santa ornaments with a coupon Vera Bradley sent out (back when they sent out codes for varying percentages of savings).  So I picked one up for each of us.  She loved it and said what a beautiful ornament it is.  She has a Vera Bradley ornament tree with all of the hand painted ornaments from past years.  She wasn't too thrilled with this year's Venetian Paisley glitter ornament, but seems to really like the santa.  Note to Vera Bradley: bring back the old style ornaments.  They are beautiful and go along with the collections we have all started.  And while you are at it, please bring back the cloth boxes that we use to store them in. They are such a nice touch. 

Mom's Vera Bradley tree

I also picked up a Turn Lock Wallet in Cobalt because blue is my mom's favorite colors and the Turn Lock is her favorite wallet.  I wanted to make sure I was able to get her one, so I picked one up as soon as they were available!  She is currently using one in Deco Daisy, but it is only a matter of time before the cotton wears out.  

I had two of these mini kisslock coin purses, so I gave them each on in their stocking.  Mom got Deco Daisy and Erin Viva La Vera! 

I hope you all had a Merry Christmas (or Happy Holidays!) and wish everyone all the best in the New Year! 
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Vera Bradley Summer Sale - Now 40% Off!

Today the Vera Bradley Summer Sale goes from 25% off to 40% off!  Sale items will be in stores until July 8th or until they sell out.  

PLUS English Rose, Dogwood and Canyon are on sale for 25% off!  This sale is only at Vera Bradley stores and participating retailers.  It won't be online until later, but I haven't heard when that will be. 

I already picked up a few items, but I might see if I can find a few throw blankets in Portobello Road to give as gifts. 

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Vera Bradley Summer Sale

Vera Bradley's next big sale starts tomorrow!  On May 23rd Lime's Up, Summer Cottage, Paisley Meets Plaid, Portobello Road and Provencal will be retiring and all items in those colors will be on sale for 25% off.  Rumor is that they will go to 40% off June 20th.  
Currently the only color that I own out of those five is Provencal and I have a couple of items in that color saved on my wish list at verabradley.com so I can buy them tomorrow. 
Some styles that might be retiring are: Whitney, Campus Tote, Lizzy, Braid Keychain, Eloise, Slim Case, Good Book Cover, Super Smart Wristlet, Keep It Up Organizer, Essential Cosmetic. 
Also worth noting is that the Vera Bradley Outlets will have 50% off for Memorial Day weekend!  I would call your outlet store before you drive there to confirm, but most outlet mall's have that posted as the deal for Vera Bradley starting May 23.  Vera Bradley May 23 - 27
Additional 50% off*
*See store associate for details.

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Vera Bradley Provencal Saddle Up

When the new set of Fall colors were released you might recall that I went to the Vera Bradley store to check out the new styles and colors.  After wearing a Mailbag around for a while, I decided on a Saddle Up in Provencal.  The Mailbag was a little too big and boxy for me. The store hadn't received any, so they ordered it for me and had it delivered to me at home. (Side note: If a Vera Bradley store is out of an item that they normally would have, they will have it shipped to you for free.) It arrived last week and all I can say is that I made the right choice!  This is a great bag and I am really loving it so far. Package arrived!  VB catalog, receipt and tissue wrapped Saddle Up. 

Another of the inside of the box, just because I love it! Box flaps say: 'Smile from head to toe' 'Be colorful' 'Swim upsteam'

My new Saddle Up! 

Here it is on my desk at work

Here is all of stuff I had inside: Accordion Wallet, Sunglass Case, Tune In, mini Water Bottle, Zip ID Case & keys. It is kind of hard to see in the photo, but there are two slip in pockets under the flap, then there are two more slip in pockets on the inside, along with a zipper pocket and there is another zipper pocket on the back of the bag. 

Here is another quick photo snapped on the way to lunch.  Vera Bradley had a post on Inside Stitch about matching your Vera Bradley and nail polish and mine just happened to match on Friday. On Twitter and Instagram you can use hashtag #VBstyleshare

I can fit more into the Saddle Up than my Hipster, so that makes me pretty happy.  I love all of the pockets because it helps keep everything so organized. The new style looks great, I dont miss the pleats or silver loop on the front.  The boarder used to be the large one and it went down the middle, now they  use the small one and have it in two stripes on the front of the bag, I like the way it looks!  And this color...I am not normally a fan of yellow, but this color is so gorgeous in person.  There are so many colors in it that is goes with so much that I own.  Today I wore a coral color shirt and was going to change my bag, but this goes perfectly.  I would have never guessed that I would like it so much, but it is probably going to be my go to bag this fall!  I definitely recommend the new Saddle Up! 
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Vera Bradley - Provencal, Portobello Road & Canyon Release

On Thursday, August 30th Provencal, Portobello Road and Canyon were released as the second part of the Fall 2012 collection, along with Vera Vera the microfiber collection.  I went to the Vera Bradley store as a guest of my friend Lisa for a morning release party.  It was great to be able to head to the mall before it opened and get some shopping in! I was excited to see the new colors and styles. 

I love these cookies! They are my fav! They had cookies and water out for the party.  

Great display of Portobello Road and Vera Vera in wine. 

Canyon

OhMyVera reader Ashley, Lisa and Me

Me being indecisive...The Vera Vera Frame Bag is definitely on my wish list!  I thought that I wanted a Mailbag, but decided it was too boxy for me, so I tried the new Saddle Up and it was just what I was looking for.  I wanted something a little bigger than a Hipster.  They didnt receive any in Provencal, so they had one shipped to me and it should arrive this week! 

We each got a goodie bag with a $20 coupon, nail file and hand lotion! 

 My afternoon snack! 

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QVC Release of Provencal, Canyon & Portobello Road

Vera Bradley will be on QVC on Thursday, August 30th for the release of Provencal, Portobello Road and Canyon! 

Check out QVC at 3:00pm and 7:00pm EST for hour long shows that will feature our favorite bags!  Get ready to check out the new colors! 

And don't forget to go through Ebates if you are going to be shopping online with QVC! 

Do you enjoy watching QVC for the new releases?  What is your favorite part? 
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Vera Bradley's Fall 2013 Video: Canyon, Provençal and Portobello Road

Check out this Liz on Location video for a great preview of Canyon, Provençal and Portobello Road.  You can also go to verabradley.com to check out the new colors and styles.  Look under the 'What's New' tab!  They will be available for purchase on August 30th. 

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