Ellie + DKNY Sunglasses {Friday Giveaway}

by Allie on March 1, 2013 · 156 comments

I’ve been missing out!

Missing out on high-quality activewear. You too? I think it’s about time we change that.

For the most part, I buy bargain workout clothes. It isn’t until I get a feel for the good stuff, when I realize just how much comfort I miss out on while exercising. I am guilty of wearing non-wicking cotton and sports bras old enough to be in a museum. Yikes.

Enter, Ellie!

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Fashionable, trendy, high quality activewear.

…AND affordable!!

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You know those clothing brands that come with high price tags but everyone says they’re soooo worth it and you’ll totally understand once you try ‘em on?

That’s Ellie…but minus the high price tag. Ellie sent me two pieces to try and I’ve been wearing them all day er’day.

Okay, not the tank top. I’m saving that for the summer when it’s sizzling hot. But yes, I live in these leggings.

SO comf!

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Ellie is a brand spankin’ new brand. They offer a membership that allows you to get their pieces every month at a steep discount.

It’s called the Fit Fashionista Club. You can choose any two pieces for just $49.95/month (you can get 20% off now!!).

Or if you prefer, you can shop for any individual piece. Each month, Ellie will launch a brand new 24-piece collection, 16 tops and 8 bottoms.

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Fit Fashionista Club Perks:

Choose any two pieces. Two tops, two bottoms or one of each
Free shipping on all orders, exchanges and returns (!!)
Buy any additional piece after week one and you’ll receive a surprise gift with your order
You can SKIP any month if you want. <–love this!!

Click here or the square image below (a referral link) to join and get 20% off!

Each piece is washer and dryer friendly. If it doesn’t come out with that “just bought” feel, you can send it back for a replacement for free (shipping covered both ways!). Ellie is manufactured in the US.

High quality fabric, perfect fit and design.

Let me know if you have any questions about the brand/club membership. I will do my best to answer them.

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Friday Giveaway: DKNY Sunglasses

Now time to talk about sunglasses from the Sunglasses Shop I have never owned a pair of designer sunglasses in my whole life. I get the pairs that are $10 and under. That or I find them on the ground (my latest pair!).

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Needless to say, I adore my new pair of DKNY shades. While they haven’t gotten too much action (cough rain/snow/clouds cough) I rocked them while I was in LA last month!

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The site offers a slew of designer brands and styles. It took me hours to decide on a pair. This week’s giveaway is for a pair of DKNY sunglasses of your choice from the Sunglasses Shop site.

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To Enter:

Leave a comment on this post sharing whatever you want. Weekend plans? Favorite activewear brand? Favorite sunglasses?
Share this post on Twitter (or retweet my post tweet). You must leave a separate comment saying you did, so I can count the entry.
Like SunglassesShop on Facebook and post “ enter Live Laugh Eat’s Giveaway http://www.livelaugheat.com/?p=28004 ” on their wall. You must leave a separate comment saying you did, so I can count the entry.

Giveaway open to all US and international readers!! I will choose 1 winner at random on 3/15/13.

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The 5 winners of the Odwalla Bar Giveaway are comment #s 19, 24, 180, 192, and 207.

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Congrats! Please email me with your shipping address.

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Disclosure: I was provided the Ellie pieces and sunglasses for free, but all opinions are my own. I am provided a referral fee for new members using the Ellie link. The Sunglasses Shop is providing the prize for the giveaway. This is not a sponsored post.

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{ 156 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Megan March 1, 2013 at 4:54 pm

I always get my sunglasses at Marshall’s!

2 Christine March 1, 2013 at 4:57 pm

I’ve never had a pair of designer sunglasses either, unless you count the knock-off ‘Ray-Mans’ I bought for $10 on a Mexican beach.

3 Melanie March 1, 2013 at 5:00 pm

I’ve also never had nice sunglasses, although when I was in Italy a few years ago I bought two very cheap pairs of sunglasses off the street and was psyched to at least call them my Italian sunglasses

4 Erin March 1, 2013 at 5:11 pm

I would love to have a nice pair of sunglasses.

5 Allegra March 1, 2013 at 5:16 pm

The Ellie stash looks AMAZING, definitely checking out their website! Do they ship outside the U.S.? My favourite activewear brand of all time is Lululemon, a Canadian company that’s been operating for years but just breaking into the American market… pricey, but highly recommend!

6 Allie March 1, 2013 at 11:02 pm: Yes, I’ve heard of Lulu! I’ve been on the site browsing the sale section a million times, but I have yet to get anything. I’ve heard amazing thing$

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7 laura March 1, 2013 at 5:22 pm

I would love to have a nice pair of sunglasses

8 Tyffanie March 1, 2013 at 5:33 pm

Ohhhh I could totally use a new pair of sunglasses!! Hopefully it would help bring sunny weather to the northeast faster!! Haha

9 Kalynn March 1, 2013 at 5:50 pm

I also usually just buy cheap sunglasses! I’m scared of scratching or losing something expensive!

10 Amy S. March 1, 2013 at 5:51 pm

I’ve only ever worn drug-store sunglasses, especially since my kids usually try to steal them. But if I won a nice pair, I’d never let the kids touch then, ever! For active wear I really like Athletica!

11 Annie March 1, 2013 at 5:53 pm

What a cute tank top! I’ll have to look into Ellie.

12 Katie March 1, 2013 at 5:59 pm

oh I need some new sunglasses, my kids broke my last pair

13 rachel March 1, 2013 at 6:00 pm

I seem to break my sunglasses so easily that I always buy them on clearance.

14 Katie @ Talk Less, Say More March 1, 2013 at 6:00 pm

I am super excited about the Ellie line! I REALLY wanted that tank you got but they were all out (bummer) but since they have it in black this month, I just might have to get my hands on it!

15 Allie March 1, 2013 at 11:13 pm: I just looked at the new March collection and saw the tank. I actually like the all black one better!

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16 abby March 1, 2013 at 6:04 pm

I have never owed a nice pair of sunglasses either! My last 4 pairs were cheapos from H&M…. I usually just throw them into my purse…

17 abby March 1, 2013 at 6:08 pm

Tweeted!!

18 Kari March 1, 2013 at 6:29 pm

Everything in this post is adorable!! Love the sunglasses!

19 Kiran @ KiranTarun.com March 1, 2013 at 6:47 pm

You look cute in those sunglasses!

20 Sarah BETH March 1, 2013 at 6:49 pm

I have found some great sunglasses for $3 at the checkout line in Kroger Although the quality is so-so!! I would love a nice pair

21 Ilene March 1, 2013 at 6:56 pm

I’m so excited to just sleep and relax with friends this weekend!

22 Ilene March 1, 2013 at 6:58 pm

Tweeted!

23 Katie March 1, 2013 at 6:58 pm

Would love these! Looking forward to sleeping in and going for a 6 mile run tomorrow!

24 Ilene March 1, 2013 at 7:05 pm

Liked on FB!

25 Ashley W March 1, 2013 at 7:48 pm

I have a 12 miler on the schedule for this weekend. Hoping my cold will allow me to get it done.

26 Ruby Xia March 1, 2013 at 8:00 pm

I have yet to own a nice pair of sunglasses!

27 megan March 1, 2013 at 8:24 pm

somehow i always misplace my sunglasses! seriously never fails!!

28 tiffany March 1, 2013 at 8:34 pm

right now i have super cheap sunglasses that i got from a booth on campus. i could use some new ones!

29 Crystal March 1, 2013 at 8:49 pm

I’m in Atlanta for the weekend to run a 10k.

30 Gina @ Health Love and Chocolate March 1, 2013 at 9:08 pm

Lululemon will always be my one true love, but since it is not exactly in my budget I also love the Old Navy active line and scouring Marshall’s and TJ Maxx for activewear finds.

31 hippierunner March 1, 2013 at 9:12 pm

Sunglasses would be nice! It was in the 80s today here in LA. Feels like summer!

32 Monica March 1, 2013 at 9:17 pm

I’m so glad to see you back twice this week! I’d love to win some designer glasses since my Americorps stipend doesn’t quite allow for that haha

33 Allie March 1, 2013 at 11:12 pm: Thanks, Monica! I’m trying my best to post more…more than just giveaways. I think it’s wonderful you work for Americorps, by the way!

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34 laura March 1, 2013 at 9:36 pm

I have would love some glasses, since i broke the last ones i had that were 10 dollar glasses by the way!

35 mai March 1, 2013 at 9:58 pm

I don’t splurge on sunglasses either. F21, Charming Charlie & Target anyone?

36 Iris March 1, 2013 at 10:15 pm

Need new sunglasses!! I’ve been wearing the cheap ones too, but a friend told me they are actually bad for your eyes?!

37 Fran March 1, 2013 at 10:53 pm

I always find myself browsing Lululemon’s site. Their stuff is adorable but definitely over my budget. I usually end up working out in big baggy t-shirts…so not cute!

38 Jenny March 1, 2013 at 11:22 pm

I would love to try Ellie products, I’ve seen them everywhere!

39 Jenny March 1, 2013 at 11:23 pm

I tweeted!!

40 Jenny March 1, 2013 at 11:23 pm

I liked/posted on facebook!

41 Kaila @healthyhelperblog! March 1, 2013 at 11:25 pm

When it comes to workout clothes I am a cheap girl! Love finding stuff from Marshals and Target! But I would LOVE to try the Ellie stuff! It looks like Lululemon!

42 Kellie March 1, 2013 at 11:31 pm

I love tj maxx workout clothes. I also think old navy has some great ones too.

43 Krissy @ Shiawase Life March 1, 2013 at 11:45 pm

I’m sure you’ve read this elsewhere, but Ellie doesn’t have the best reputation…along with their original venture, PV Body…I really trust Katy’s blog and just wanted to share a ‘buyer beware.’

http://katywidrick.com/2012/12/18/show-me-what-you-got-what-you-got-pv/

44 Floey March 1, 2013 at 11:48 pm

Going to swim this wknd and enjoy the So.Cal sun!

45 Floey March 1, 2013 at 11:48 pm

tweeted! @Squigglemefloey

46 Tracey March 2, 2013 at 12:26 am

In need of a new pair of sunglasses! I always tend to lose mine

47 Tracey March 2, 2013 at 12:29 am

just tweeted!

48 Anya March 2, 2013 at 12:56 am

I’ve never had a pair of designer sunglasses! I’d LOVE to have some of those!

49 Anya March 2, 2013 at 12:57 am

I retweeted this on Twitter!

50 Anya March 2, 2013 at 12:57 am

I liked the Sunglasses Shop on FB and posted the contest link!

51 Erin March 2, 2013 at 1:49 am

I would love love love to win some sunnies! We need them down here in Australia!

52 Allie March 2, 2013 at 2:15 pm: Jealous of your weather!

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53 Grace March 2, 2013 at 2:07 am

I’m glad it’s the weekend!

54 Grace March 2, 2013 at 2:07 am

I tweeted.

55 Grace March 2, 2013 at 2:08 am

I liked/posted on FB.

56 Grace March 2, 2013 at 2:08 am

I liked and posted on FB.

57 elizabeth whitehill March 2, 2013 at 5:32 am

I bought my last two pair of sunglasses at Target…one, my son broke and the other just fell apart…sad. Would LOVE some nice shades!!!

58 debbie March 2, 2013 at 8:57 am

I am getting ready for my 9mile run this a.m.
Gotta get going!

59 debbie March 2, 2013 at 9:00 am

I shared on Twitter!

60 debbie March 2, 2013 at 9:02 am

Liked Sunglasses Shop on FB & posted!

61 Devon McKain March 2, 2013 at 9:15 am

My favorite sunglasses are Ray Ban’s line but I always get nervous I will loose such a nice, expensive pair of eyeglasses do I haven’t splurged and bought a pair yet!

62 Ellie March 2, 2013 at 9:40 am

I have never worn sunglasses that cost more than $10, but my sister bought some Ray Bans and she says that she loves them to death, and treats them so much better than she would the cheap ones.

63 Tiffani March 2, 2013 at 9:40 am

Looove the sunglasses!

64 Ellie March 2, 2013 at 9:41 am

I liked Sunglasses Shop on FB!

65 Ashley C March 2, 2013 at 10:01 am

We’re getting Easter pictures taken today

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66 Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles March 2, 2013 at 10:06 am

I’ve never had a ‘nice’ pair of sunglasses- I don’t know what I would do with myself!

67 Laura March 2, 2013 at 10:12 am

I just sat on my last pair of sunglasses. That crunching sound is the worst!

68 k. Le March 2, 2013 at 10:25 am

The premium collection at target makes the BEST leggings and capris. They are the quality lulu used to be!

69 Kalyn March 2, 2013 at 10:31 am

I always buy cheap sunglasses too..and mine broke at the end of last summer and I haven’t replaced them yet!

70 Claire D March 2, 2013 at 10:50 am

I aaaaaalways lose or break my sunglasses too–but I would be *extra* careful with those beauties!!

71 Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run March 2, 2013 at 11:38 am

I’m in love with my new Ellie outfit, so so soft!!

72 Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run March 2, 2013 at 11:39 am

tweet tweet @hillontherun

73 Kim @ HealthyNest March 2, 2013 at 11:46 am

Love the Ellie outfit!! And I’ve never owned a pair of designer sunglasses before–it would be such a treat!

74 Kim @ HealthyNest March 2, 2013 at 11:48 am

Tweeted! https://twitter.com/healthy_nest/status/307879911606079488

75 Lori Z March 2, 2013 at 12:16 pm

I love that Ellie has free shipping. I will have to check it out! I would do more online shopping if it weren’t for the shipping charges.

76 Lori Z March 2, 2013 at 12:19 pm

I retweeted.

77 Clara March 2, 2013 at 1:39 pm

Ok so I’m going to share that ever since I tried the Cookie Dough bites you mentioned on your blog a few weeks ago I am hooked and am not sure how I could not miss the deliciousness in my life before!

78 Allie March 2, 2013 at 2:02 pm: Haha aren’t they the best?! I can’t get enough butterscotch chips!

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79 Tracy March 2, 2013 at 1:57 pm

I joined the Fashionista Club at Ellie and have been happy so far! I’m disappointed in the March collection though. It’s all boring black! I’m glad I could just skip the month!

80 Tracy March 2, 2013 at 1:57 pm

I retweeted!

81 tempesst March 2, 2013 at 2:36 pm

hopefully i’ll be doing lots of productive things this weekend!

82 jenna March 2, 2013 at 3:14 pm

weekend plans involve fixing my dryer and my man friend’s 30th bday!

83 Amy March 2, 2013 at 3:26 pm

I’m getting out this weekend to enjoy the weather on a hike! I’m also getting my post-marathon massage

84 Amy March 2, 2013 at 3:27 pm

I also liked Sunglasses Shop on FB and posted to their wall
Amy Singleton shared a link.
2 minutes ago
Enter Live Laugh Eat’s Giveaway http://www.livelaugheat.com/?p=28004

85 Alex March 2, 2013 at 3:42 pm

I’m going to LA soon and will need some trendy new sunglasses!

86 Anita March 2, 2013 at 4:28 pm

My favourite activewear brand as of late has been Under Armour!

87 Emily March 2, 2013 at 4:40 pm

I’m hanging out with friends!

88 Laura March 2, 2013 at 5:09 pm

I have a pair of Michael Kors sunglasses from Marshalls that I love!

89 Christine March 2, 2013 at 5:23 pm

I get the cheapie sunglasses too. I want nice ones, but I need to be really careful!

90 Andrea M March 2, 2013 at 9:41 pm

Ellie – i must try those cute workout pieces! And I would love a new pair of sunglasses

91 latanya March 2, 2013 at 10:05 pm

I love DKNY eyewar as well

92 latanya March 2, 2013 at 10:06 pm

https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/308035561040510977

93 Theresa J March 2, 2013 at 10:14 pm

I plan on cleaning this weekend

94 Theresa J March 2, 2013 at 10:15 pm

I retweeted @tweetyscute

95 Theresa J March 2, 2013 at 10:15 pm

I follow on fb and posted
http://www.facebook.com/sunglassesshop/posts/505867512781853

96 Melissa March 2, 2013 at 10:55 pm

My weekend plans have been quite exciting! Midterms! Midterms! Midterms!

97 Cate March 2, 2013 at 10:56 pm

I’m loving the workout clothes and the DKNY sunglasses! I always end up buying cheepies, so I would loveee some new sunglasses!

98 Diana H March 3, 2013 at 12:19 am

My weekend plans: MCAT studying But, then I get to go on a big trip to San Francisco!

99 Beth March 3, 2013 at 1:23 am

Love those sunglasses! This weekend I’m hoping the sun makes an appearance so I can go for an extra long run with dog and baby (in stroller)!

100 Andrea March 3, 2013 at 1:53 am

I love those sunglasses! And yer werkout gear That tank would be especially breezy to wear on a hot summer day!

101 Andrea March 3, 2013 at 1:56 am

Posted on SunglassesShop’s FB page.

102 Andrea March 3, 2013 at 1:57 am

Reposted on Twitter.

103 Deb K March 3, 2013 at 2:30 am

I had no plans all weekend,as I was not feeling good.

104 Jessica F March 3, 2013 at 3:33 am

This weekend I’m going home to visit my parents in Louisiana! I haven’t been there in over a year

105 Jessica F March 3, 2013 at 3:35 am

I retweeted, with @jfong1130

106 Jessica F March 3, 2013 at 3:36 am

I liked Sunglasses Shop and posted: https://www.facebook.com/sunglassesshop/posts/482551258466498

107 Jana March 3, 2013 at 6:35 am

Weeee, a giveaway that’s open to us internationals!
I live in the Netherlands and while some things are fun about being here (like, I just booked a weekend trip to Paris – yay!), missing out on great food items and many many online competitions can be kind of sad.

108 Jennifer Dysart March 3, 2013 at 10:18 am

My first entry: comment about anything at all? hmm…Well truth be told, I’ve never had designer sunglasses before, always had cheapies

109 Jennifer Dysart March 3, 2013 at 11:02 am

Liked on fb and posted on sunglasses shop page: https://www.facebook.com/sunglassesshop/posts/582771638417846

110 Jennifer Dysart March 3, 2013 at 11:03 am

I retweeted your giveaway tweet on twitter, @412_jenni

111 mary March 3, 2013 at 11:44 am

I am loving Chanel sunglasses

112 domestic diva March 3, 2013 at 1:16 pm

This weekend, I’m spending with my family. Yay!

113 Anu March 3, 2013 at 2:14 pm

Going to see a LA Galaxy game!

114 Natalia March 3, 2013 at 2:57 pm

Totally in need of a pair of sunglasses. Bring on the warmer weather!

115 Wendy March 3, 2013 at 3:25 pm

I love my marc jacobs sunglasses!

116 Nerri March 3, 2013 at 3:52 pm

My favorite sunglasses right now are a $3 blue pair. Keeping it classy!

117 Molly@This Life Is Sparkling March 3, 2013 at 5:37 pm

I could always use a new pair of sunglasses!

118 Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie March 3, 2013 at 8:51 pm

I’m spending the day resting and relaxing! In a minute I’m going to watch Once on ABC.

119 Lauren March 3, 2013 at 10:08 pm

I love my aviators.

120 Sarah D. March 3, 2013 at 11:16 pm

Ooooh, I need a pair of new shades desperately! Awesome giveaway.

121 Brittany March 4, 2013 at 1:32 am

I finished painting the living room and kitchen for my mom this weekend. It took forever but I got a good arm workout!

122 Hillary March 4, 2013 at 6:56 am

I am guilty of buying cheap workout gear too! I love the sunglasses you’re wearing.

123 Lisa March 4, 2013 at 9:58 am

I dont really have any high end activewear but I love Under Armour!

Im a huge fan of name brand sunglasses though! I have a pair of Oakleys and D & G. Love them both!

124 Angela March 4, 2013 at 10:08 am

I need a new pair of shades!

125 Jessica Schmidt March 4, 2013 at 11:12 am

I’ve never owned a pair of designer sunglasses, these are so cute! Fingers crossed!

126 Helen March 4, 2013 at 12:36 pm

I love the pair of DKNY sunglasses you picked!

127 Samantha Tedesco March 4, 2013 at 12:40 pm

Thank you for this amazing giveaway!
My fav sunglasses brand is Prada, of course!
Thank you for this opportunity!

128 Samantha Tedesco March 4, 2013 at 12:42 pm

I retweeted this post:
https://twitter.com/livelaughtweet/status/307688487522553856
twitter name: @samanthatedesco

129 Samantha Tedesco March 4, 2013 at 12:43 pm

Liked and posted on their wall:
https://www.facebook.com/sunglassesshop/posts/487437034651531
Samantha Tedesco
samantha.tedesco@gmail.com

130 Irina @ Chocolatea Time March 4, 2013 at 12:55 pm

I’m the worst when it comes to sunglasses so I never invest in them. But lately I’m lusting over a nice pair of Ray Bans or other fancy sunglasses!

131 Eva March 4, 2013 at 6:44 pm

retweeted your post tweet – @booksconsidered

132 Eva March 4, 2013 at 6:45 pm

love those work-out clothes — so cute! thanks for sharing, I am definitely going to check them out

133 Heather March 4, 2013 at 6:55 pm

I just scratched mine and it’s making me nutty seeing that little scratch while I’m driving. (

134 Katie M March 4, 2013 at 7:19 pm

Lately, I have been obsessed with finding cute workout tank tops. My 2 criteria are that they must have a built in sports bra and they must be a cute color or pattern. Oh, and I’d like them to be inexpensive…although cute sometimes trumps cost

135 Katie M March 4, 2013 at 7:20 pm

I retweeted your giveaway post!

136 Katie M March 4, 2013 at 7:22 pm

I “Liked” SunglassesShop on Facebook and posted on their wall!

137 Megan March 4, 2013 at 8:32 pm

I went going cross county skiing for the first time in a looonnnggg time this past weekend.

138 Sharon March 5, 2013 at 12:56 pm

Favorite active wear has to be… under armour and lulu!

139 Jen March 5, 2013 at 2:40 pm

i was the exact same with cheap activewear! that is until this past year, when i got into running and actually splurged on a great pair of running shoes & tights. that led to getting a new bra, running shorts, socks… and now i’m totally convinced it’s worth the investment. running & working out is definitely more fun with the right attire.. not to mention you feel like a rock star

140 Beaty March 5, 2013 at 9:46 pm