Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Need to Know: Dealetin

We love being able to introduce you to so many new networks and technologies to aid life both on and offline. We're so excited to have Tyler from Dealetin here to help our mommy bloggers score a deal or two! 


Dealetin is a portmanteau of "bulletin" as in bulletin board and "deal."


It's a digital bulletin board where moms and businesses that cater towards moms can easily pin deals from other websites.

The site has been compared to Pinterest but toned down for stylish moms and only products that are on sale. Pinterest is great, but we're not about sharing any crafts, recipes, marketing pie charts, etc.. It's all about bargain shopping.

We are located in Ozark, MO, a small town between Springfield and the well-known entertainment town of Branson.

Our users however are all over the world. One of our first members was www.cahette.com which is a French specialty website that carries unique quality housewares and decor that are made in small batches.

Dealetin is the perfect site for stylish moms who love to shop, save money and share their findings with other moms. If you like Pinterest, shopping and deals, then you'll like Dealetin.

Joining is very simple. We give you three options. You can signup fast and seamlessy with Facebook or Twitter, or you can do so with an email address.

You start off by following at least 5 users that have pinned deals in categories that you'd like to see more deals of, then you have the option to install the "pin deal" bookmarklet that is designed to go in your bookmarks bar in Chrome to allow you to easily pin deals when you're shopping on other sites.

Once logged on, you can repin deals, "bank" them, which saves them to your profile so you can go back and buy them later if you'd like and comment on deals.

You can also create new categories, boards, and even secret boards to be shared only with users you select.

If you see a deal, that you want to buy, it's very easy. Just click once on it to enlarge it, then click the "get deal" button and you'll be taken to that deal where you can buy it right then and there.

Sharing deals to your facebook, twitter, or blog is also very easy. Again, click on the deal to enlarge it and then share it to whatever platform you choose.

The economy is bad, health insurance among other things are increasing drastically, and having kids is very expensive. Moms are brilliant at getting what they want for less and we wanted to create a community where stylish Moms can hangout to shop, share and save.



Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Guest Post: Gemma & Jet

It's the day before Thanksgiving and we could not be happier to have Jeannine of Gemma & Jet sharing a little Thanksgiving Day outfit inspiration.

There's only one rule when dressing for Thanksgiving...
Comfort. I repeat, comfort. Let’s be honest.  You’re going to overeat.  Might as well look chic while doing it.  Our Thanksgiving look will clearly win you best dressed for dinner, and it’ll be our little secret that your pants have more stretch in them than your favorite Spanx.  

Check out the details and follow us on Polyvore here.

Monday, November 25, 2013

Guest Post: The Kissing Booth

Happy Monday! We're so excited to have Chicago blogger Sarah of The Kissing Booth guest blogging today! Take it away Sarah!

There are many things I love about the Midwest, for example the changing seasons that we get to see every year.  With that being said, I personally hate how cold it can get, although I know I couldn’t live someplace that didn’t have the amazing seasons that we experience here.

Fall brings the changing of colors, the falling temperatures and a crisp feeling in the air.  The cool bite in the air has an endearing feeling that will always remind me of the upcoming holidays and fun times to follow. 

Year after year I will complain about the first real cold day, but I secretly love you I love that that seasons will always change- just when you think you are getting tired of one season another season is here to join us. 


Jacket: JCrew [similar Zara Checked Blazer] // Top: Target // Jeans: Old Navy // Shoes: Tom's // Bag: Philip Lim for Target [the mini gray bag is available online!]




Saturday, November 23, 2013

Save the date!

We're thrilled to share an upcoming event from Chicago Midwest Blogger Jill from Hot Pink Style. Stop by to enjoy fabulous food and fashion with one of our favorite ladies on December 5th! Drop an email to roosevelt@bevello.com to reserve your spot! 


Have an event you want to share with us? Email us at MidwestStyleBloggers@gmail.com! 

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Accessory Mercado Giveaway!

We always love fabulous Midwest businesses, so we're excited to share Accessory Mercado with our blogger friends! Accessory Mercado was started by founders Angie and Sarah, with the goal of making trendy jewelry affordable for bloggers and women who love to trade up there looks every season {what's not to love about that?}.   What's great about Accessory Mercado is that you can buy their pieces during their Facebook flash sales on Sunday's and Wednesdays {and now their new website!}, and they are super affordable . Besides loving their jewelry, we're amazed by their story and success so far {just look at their Instagram and Facebook page}. Talk about some inspiring female entrepreneurs! 


The ladies of Accessory Mercado were kind enough to pass on this pretty black and gold number that you can win! Enter below and check out their other gorgeous pieces on their website and social channels.  

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

New: Midwest Blogger Resources Pinterest Board

We're so excited to have launched a new Midwest Blogger Resources board on our pinterest site! If you're not following us already- be sure you follow us hereAlso,if you're interested in being a pinner on our "state boards" leave us a comment blow!

This board will be your ultimate guide for blogging tips, tutorials & resources that every Midwest Blogger could find handy!


Also, be sure to leave a link below if you have any great blogging or social media tutorials or tips on your blogs, we love to promote our network!

Guest Post: Curlybrydie Chirps

We're thrilled to have Indiana blogger, Mary of Curlybyrdie Chirps, guest blogging today! This girl knows how to work it on a budget.

Happy Wednesday fashionistas! My name is Mary and I am 40-something mother of two that has always been in love with fashion. Some women obsess about shoes but I’ve always had a passion for dresses.  Because I’m a single mother, it is extremely important that being fashionable doesn't break the bank. I love to share my finds so that other women can see that fashion can be fun and affordable. I feel lucky to live in the Midwest where we have our own sense of fashion, and I feel the deals are more plentiful.




Details
Sweater  - H&M $10
Pont Pants - Kohl's -$8
Boots-Kohl's Rock & Republic -$25
Watch - Charlotte Russe $5
Necklace -H&M -$3
Details on look 2
Dress- Kohl's Derek Lam -$7
Boots - DSW -$35