Dress Barn Clothing For Misses & Woman Review

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Several weeks ago I received an amazing email inviting me to New York City to attend the Tribeca Film Festival red carpet screening of Marvel’s The Avengers. After the initial excitement wore off I began to panic a little. As a stay at home mom, I don’t normally dress up… therefore I had nothing to wear.

After a little searching I found a dress that works well for me, but I was still very much unaccessorized. Dress Barn heard my cries and kindly offered to let me visit a local store to find a few items to help complete my outfits for the weekend.

My dress hadn’t arrived yet, so I arrived at the store knowing that it was black and had a v-neckline. When I found the jewelry rack I was surprised and very happy to see such a wide variety of bangles, bobbles and beads that would work for me.

It didn’t take long to find a necklace I thought would work well for my neckline, but I wasn’t sure I wanted to wear the ear rings it came with. I spent quite a bit of time laying them out on the countertops trying to picture how everything would piece together.

In the end, I found a fabulous triple row shell and glass necklace and some dangly square ear rings that have a little sparkle to them when the light catches just right for the red carpet. I snagged a set of extenders because I wanted the necklace to hit just a tad lower than it did without them and I also found some fun socks (as well as brown & black) and another pair of beyond cute owl ear rings for the other days of my trip.

When my dress came I couldn’t wait to see how the necklace would look so I did a quick clothing change and modeled for Kaytlin. I will be doing another post later about my overall look for the night, so for now here is a quick glimpse how perfect the necklace was for this dress.

WIN IT:

ONE OurKidsMom reader is going to win a $25 Dress Barn GC!

This giveaway ended at 11:59 PM EST on May 14, 2012.

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About Heather

Heather, the mom behind OurKidsMom, is located in western Missouri. She is 3rd grade teacher turned stay at home mom with 4 children: Ethan (9), Emma (10), Joshua (20) and Kaytlin (25). She spends her "free time" at the gym, planning her next travel adventure, blogging, browsing Pinterest for her next craft and reviewing great products for her family and home.

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Comments

  1. Kendal Barriere says
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    I love the abstract flower button down dress. Adorable!

  2. Danielle Williams says
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    I would like the Floral Applique Bag

  3. Tara Martini says
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    I love the Filigree Bead Necklace

  4. Wendy Rozema says
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    I like the Rose Faux wrap dress and i love that if you buy 2 dresses u save $10.00!!

  5. Elena V says
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    I like their Sheer Floral Scarf found here: http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/sheer-floral-scarf/100989622/150

  6. Charlotte W. says
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    I really enjoy shopping at DressBarn. They have the latest styles, and DressBarn has very helpful sales associates.

  7. Stephanie B. says
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    watercolor rose tank dress

  8. Melissa Hartley says
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    Wow, I looked in the sale section & found this!! 🙂 Love it Love it!!
    Floral and Leopard Print Top

  9. Donna C says
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    I like the watercolor poppy skirt.

  10. courtney b says
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    i like the ruffled rose tank

  11. Jennifer Fox says
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    Love the Metallic-Lined Tier Skirt!

  12. ELIZABETH says
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    I really like the Floral Poncho and Tank Duet.

  13. DAMIAN JARREAU says
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    I like the Mixed Paisley Hobo Bag

  14. Heather H says
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    Watercolor Floral Maxi Dress

  15. Jesselyn A/Jesstinger says
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    While as a petite, I generally find the clothing at Dress Barn is a poor fit for me – I could go on a wild and crazy shopping spree on their accessories and jewelry – which like you – I just adore and the prices are unbeatable! I honestly have DOZENS of favorites! Here are a few:

    Shell Flower Earrings, Triple Row Shell & Glass Necklace, Facet & Metallic Bead Set, lots of their belts(!), and also the Cap-Sleeved Cowl Neckl Top (Sale) in both Teal and Coral, and finally – the big splurge – the ITALIAN SHOEMAKERS ® Mock-Croc Beaded T-Strap, Wide ($39.99)…

    Thanks for another great giveaway!

  16. Betty Antibus says
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    I like the print tee Sublimation

  17. christine jessamine says
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    i like the Pleated Sumblimation-Print Tee!

  18. kelly t says
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    I like http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/shell-flower-necklace/101027706/836

  19. Laura C says
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    I like Swirl Top Tummy Control Swimsuit

  20. Kathlyne says
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    I like the Textured Flower with Stones Stretch Ring and other jewelry.

  21. Adrienne gordon says
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    i like the shoe selection

  22. brandy g. says
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    Watercolor Floral Maxi Dress

  23. Claire says
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    I would like the Floral Applique Bag

  24. Gina says
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    I want the Peacock Print Keyhole Dress

  25. Mary Happymommy says
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    I like the Zipped and Tasseled Satchel.

  26. robyn paris says
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    i like the tropical bead neck tank

  27. melissa n says
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    i like the Mixed-Texture Hat. i love a good floppy hat.

  28. Jennifer says
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    I really like the Scarf Print Poncho and Tank Duet.

  29. sarah w says
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    I would love the Petite’s Lace Inset Tee!

  30. Kelley L. says
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    I like these!

    http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/italian-shoemakers–mock-croc-beaded-t-strap%2C-wide/100929864/201

  31. Cynthia C says
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    I would like to get Embellished Cuff Denim Capris

  32. randi says
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    They have some adorable dresses in the Plus Sizes that I would love to have! So often plus sizes are so old ladyish & this are great!

  33. jodi lasher says
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    I love the http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/starfish-glitter-strap-flip-flops/101019626/150

  34. Jennifer Rogers says
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    I want the Embroidered Tie Dye Peasant Blouse in Bimini Splash!

  35. Lois M. says
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    Hi! 🙂 Well, being inspired by you, I checked out the jewelery section, since I very rarely do that (in the store, I mean), and liked the danglies from the Rosette, Glass Cluster, Hoop Earring Trio set. 🙂

    Lois

  36. Francine Anchondo says
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    Zigzag Pleat Dress

  37. Danielle Papsis says
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    I liked their Chrysanthemum Pajama Set

  38. Tiffany (NatureMom) says
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    I love their spring/summer tops

  39. carol says
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    I like the Sequined Neckline Peasant Top

  40. Debra Hall says
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    Ruffle and Polkadot Pajama very cute

  41. Leann Lindeman says
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    I have lots of favorites… one of them is the Crochet Neck Bar Back Tee

  42. Erin Rok says
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    I love that striped straw tote, very cute 🙂

  43. Christina says
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    I really like the Pleated Mixed-Print Peasant Top and Colorblocked Stud Neck Tank

  44. Charlotte Padgett says
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    I really want the multi compartment nylon tote in grey.

  45. Jessie C. says
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    I like Crinkled Watercolor Scarf

  46. Amanda Alvarado says
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    I like the Tiered Tie-Dye Skirt

  47. Cari Schroeder says
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    I want the Pleated Floral Sweetheart Dress! Great for spring!

  48. Kathleen says
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    I like the Floral Applique Bag

    kport207 at gmail dot com

  49. Kris says
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    http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/bead-waist-maxi-dress/101017034/158

  50. Erika P. says
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    I would love to have the Wing-Collar Blazer in Ivory.

  51. Sue Hull says
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    I’d like to have the long shell and glass necklace in blue. Thanks for the giveaway.

  52. Andrea Williams says
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    I like the Shell flower earrings.

  53. Sarah L says
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    I learned they have a store at Colorado Mills, 5 mi away from me.
    Thanks for the contest.

  54. catherine c says
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    i like the QUPID Ruffled Leopard Peeptoes

  55. Jan Messali says
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    I like the Tasseled Keyhole Peasant Top.

    • Brittani says
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      The ruffled rose tank is beautiful!

  56. Nicole O. says
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    Hi!

    —————- I absolutely LOVE this Gold Textured Collar Necklace !!! 🙂

  57. Lisa Davis says
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    I like the Ruffled Animal Print Dress

  58. Gladys Parker says
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    Luv these http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/mootsies-tootsies–satin-rose-platforms/101031465/150
    Gladys P
    sps1113 at yahoo dot com

  59. Carolsue says
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    I like the Rosette Sublimation Top

  60. Gladys Parker says
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    RC is still having issues must be. My tweet for 4/30 at 5:19am https://twitter.com/#!/sueparks2003/status/196889400767025152
    Gladys P
    sps1113 at yahoo dot com

  61. Kathy Rambousek says
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    I’ve always been a fan of their sweaters and the Metallic Wave Cardigan one catches my eye right now

  62. crystle tellerday says
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    i like all the nice clothes they sell

  63. Seyma Shabbir says
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    Love the swimsuits I NEED ONE!

  64. Noelle B. says
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    I love that they carry petites. It’s so hard to get nice clothing for my 5ft tall frame!

  65. Christine says
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    Glitter Strap Peep toe Shoes

  66. Sandra W. says
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    I love the maxi dresses

  67. heather eg kaufmanh says
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    sequin heart tee

  68. tracey byram says
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    I like the Cork Detail Thong Wedges.

  69. Catie says
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    I love the Floral Ruched Waist Dress!

  70. Crystal says
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    I love the Striped Belted Ruffle Hem Dress!

  71. Kristi C says
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    I like the Belted Diamond Tank Dress.

  72. Irene says
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    Did not know they had a nice variety of shoes.

  73. Brittany C says
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    I like their Baroque Print Lace Neck Tee:) Thanks for the giveaway!

  74. Amanda says
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    I like the shoes

  75. clynsg says
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    I like the petite Extended Tab Trousers.

  76. Angela says
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    I love the Abstract Butterfly Maxi Dress

  77. Pinky Sade says
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    i like the Colorblocked Stud Neck Tank

  78. david basile says
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    Butterfly Side Drape Dress

  79. Erin Collins says
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    I like the Zebra-Banded Tropical Floral Maxi Dress.

  80. Jude Skocki Kelly says
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    I love the Pleated Rosette Dress

  81. susan varney says
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    i like the MOOTSIES TOOTSIES Bow Cutout Heels

  82. Deb Kovac says
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    I did not know that they sold shoes and watches. I would love to be able to get one of them.

  83. Carla Garcia says
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    i love the abstract butterfly maxi dress

  84. clenna says
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    I visited the site and love the Tab Detail Tummy Control Pants

  85. Liz Terek says
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    I love this dress.
    http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/tie-dye-bead-neck-dress/101003510/800

  86. Ashley says
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    I like the striped flower tie back tee, it’s really cute.

    canastaxyz@yahoo.com

  87. Heather S says
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    Mutli-Strap Slingbacks are cute

  88. Cassie says
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    http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/organza-rosette-pleat-dress/101041961

    i think this dress is cute

  89. Karen Gonyea says
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    LOVE the Filigree Bead Necklace – LOVELY 🙂

    ktgonyea at gmail.com

  90. Jennifer says
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    I like the Qupid Crossover pleat peeptoes

  91. LeAnn B says
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    I have 2 weddings to go to in June and I found MANY dresses online that I want to try on at my local Dress Barn. It is so hard to find dresses at a reasonable price and Dress Barn has many choices to pick from.

  92. Reejen says
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    They have a lot of cute jewelry. I like the Pearl and Chain Swag Necklace the most.
    reejen at comcast dot net

  93. kristin sawatzke says
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    I learned there is a dress barn near me!! I didn’t know there was!

  94. Alicia K says
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    i like the accent bangle set

  95. Jeanine says
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    I like the Banded Feather Shift

  96. Lily Kwan says
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    The Stencil Flower and Crystal Necklace looks very nice!

  97. Mallory bordelon says
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    I learned that I have a dress barn in my city!!!! yay!!

  98. Susan Chester says
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    I love the Tiered Floral Skirt-so cute and affordable.

  99. mframe says
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    I like the Bead Neck Paisley Tank

  100. Kristen says
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    I like the Flower Garden Tank Dress.

  101. Gianna says
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    Damask Daisy Sheath dress.

  102. dario moniz says
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    i like the Floral Ribbon-Belted Dress

  103. Michelle C says
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    I really like the Ruffled Cutout Dress. Thanks for the chance to win!
    mrsmchappell at gmail dot com

  104. Hoa Le says
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    I like the Belted Lace Trim Tank.

  105. kimbuckjr says
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    I absolutely WANT/NEED the “Canvas Floral Espadrilles.” These sandals would be perfect for summer. Totally cute shoe.
    kimbuckjr

  106. Judith B. says
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    I like the Chiffon Overlay Tank

  107. Janice Cooper says
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    I like the Watercolor Shantung Cardigan. Thank you for this fabulous giveaway 🙂

  108. tamar says
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    Abstract Hologram Dot Blouse is cute!

  109. Anna says
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    who doesn’t love dress barn!

  110. Valerie Taylor Mabrey says
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    Floral Paisley Poncho and Tank Duet
    vmkids3 at msn dot com

  111. mell says
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    Rose Faux wrap dress is one of my favorites

  112. Allison says
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    I would like the Belted Diamond Tank Dress.

  113. Tim Stephens says
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    I’d love to get the Metallic-Lined Tier Skirt for my wife

  114. Shirley Hicks says
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    i like the Splash Print Embellished Neck Tank

  115. Sarah says
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    I like the Paisley Bandeau One Piece SwimSuit.

  116. Rajee Pandi says
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    Love http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/embellished-flower-blouson-tee/101063807/802

  117. Erica C. says
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    I like the Tiered Blouson Dress.

  118. tallcapp says
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    Of course I like that they carry petites as I am very short.

  119. Melanie Montgomery says
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    i like the http://www.dressbarn.com/detail/embellished-flower-blouson-tee/101063807/802

  120. Alisha L. says
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    I’m loving the Pintucked Ruffled Button-Down shirt!

  121. Christine says
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    like the Floral Ribbon-Belted Dress

  122. Just Coupons says
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    I like the Long Shell and Glass Necklace

  123. Lisa Williams says
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    I love the Piped Seersucker Dress.

  124. April V. says
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    I like the Shawl Collar Cabled Henley and it is on sale for $10.50!

  125. Jennifer R says
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    I like the Multi Bead Necklace.

  126. Janice says
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    I really like the Sheer Matte Paneled Skirt!

  127. McKim says
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    I like the Ikat Cardigan and Embellished Tank Duet

  128. amy deeter says
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    i re ally love the swimsuits
    amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com

  129. Carol Foster says
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    I love the Asymmetrical Ruffled Floral Dress

  130. Roxann Clark says
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    I would like the Floral Applique Bag

  131. mary gardner says
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    i really like the paisley bandeau one piece swimsuit

    marygardner49 at aol dot com

  132. Karen says
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    I want the multi strap slingbacks. Thanks for the giveaway.

  133. Brandi says
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    I want the ruffled rose tank!

  134. Nicole C. says
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    I like the Boho Bead Drop Necklace.

  135. taylor marves says
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    i really love the Asymmetrical Tulip Blouson Dress
    taylormarves at gmail dot com

  136. Kyl Neusch says
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    the Filigree Bead Necklace

  137. shirley pebbles says
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    I like the Split Waist Trousers for petities

    fb/ shirley greenawalt zolenski
    twitter, gfc, stumble/ daveshir2005
    google +/ shirley pebbles

  138. Carrie says
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    I lve the Floral Ribbon-Belted Dress

  139. Claire Mckeon says
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    I like the RIALTO ® Mixed Bead Wedges

  140. carol lewis says
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    Floral Applique Bag

  141. Tara says
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    The Qupid crossover pleat peeptoe shoes are too cute.

  142. Brittney House says
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    I like the zigzag pleat dress!

  143. Carolyn K. says
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    I like the Buckled Stretch Belt

  144. Charlene Kuser says
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    I would love the Belted Cap-Sleeve Paisley Dress

  145. Erica G says
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    I like the Circle Jacquard Dress.

  146. Barbara Long says
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    I want the Abstract Butterfly Maxi Dress.

    longbarb1@aol.com