I don't eat a lot of fast food, but Chick-fil-A is on my very short list of occassional fast food eateries. After my AM work-out I hit up a nearby Chick-fil-A for my usual Chargrilled wrap when I saw a sign that stated "FREE breakfast food every Tuesday." I read it three times to make sure I was reading it properly. After further research, I learned that several Chick-fil-A restaurants across the U.S. are offering free menu items once a week until the end of Feb. But keep in mind that the freebie days vary based on location and the freebie items changes each week. Each participating location is handling the promotion differently. So please inquire to find out the terms of the promotion in your area. To find your closest Chick-fil-A, CLICK HERE.
Sephora is giving away a 10-day supply of Bare Escentials BareMinerals foundation. The original or matte foundation comes in seven different shades. You can either redeem the offer w/o purchase at your nearest Sephora or w/ an online purchase.
*How choosing one fast-food milkshake over another can save you nearly 2000 calories! (The difference is an entire day's worth of calories! Make that swap just once a month and you'll save 7 pounds of fat in just one year!)
*25 so-called ‘healthy' foods that aren't. (Learn about the supposedly ‘healthy' foods that are secretly packing your body with excess calories, fat, sugar and sodium—and what you should eat instead to lose weight effortlessly!)
*20 foods your cardiologist wouldn't eat.
*The best and worst drive-thru foods
*16 secrets the restaurant industry doesn't want you to know
*The 20 unhealthiest drinks in America. (So you can sip what you want, skip the diet, and still lose lots of weight this year!)
*The best and worst sex foods! (What you eat can boost your sexual health and performance)
*The best and worst restaurants in America.
This is definitely a MUST read, and right now shipping & handling is FREE but only for a limited time. To order CLICK HERE.
Regardless of your age, race, socio-economic status, everybody *hearts* Oreos. In timely fashion with the Colts championship win (yes, urbanistas are well-rounded enough to like football), Oreo is giving away 150,000 FREE cookies beginning at 3PM EST on Monday, 1.25 (TOMORROW). The offer ends at midnight or until supplies last so don't be tardy for the (cookie) party. For more info go to Oreo's Facebook page by CLICKING HERE.
Never underestimate the perks of free samples. It's the best way to get just a taste of something in order to decide if you like it or not w/o buying it. Particularly with beauty products, you can waste a lot of money on trial & error until you find the product(s) that tickle your fancy. Hundreds of brands will mail you FREE samples of some of the best products on the market, which can total GREAT savings for you if you are smart about it. Think about if you signed up for a free sample every week or even every day! You'll have free swag arriving at doorstep daily.
With that said...here's your deal for today... Escada is offering free samples of Escada Marine Groove scent which retails for $52-$70. To get yours CLICK HERE
Ok, so V-day is less than a month away and all of the stores all overstocked with confections for your sweetheart. But if you're looking for something unique for your boo then you def want to check out the Sugar Factory.
You may have seen your fave celebs rockin' Sugar Factory's blinged out lollipops which go for $25 a pop (pun intended).
Or you can get a box set of 4 for $75...
Or go for a traditional box of chocolates with a not-so-traditional twist. Sugar Factory has the cutest boxes of chocolates outfitted in chic fashion accessories like denim or a leather jacket for only $19 per box.
Visit Sugar Factory's website to place your orders now. It'll be one less thing on your list of "things to do."
Spring is just around the corner which means time to shop for new gear! If you want to add a little b-boy/skater dude flair to your wardrobe check out Travis Barker's Famous Stars & Straps fashion line.
These are just some of the designs NOW AVAILABLE in the Spring 2010 Collection. Urbanistas - you're not left out, Stars & Straps offers ladies gear too! Or do what I do and order the uber cool men's tees in a smaller size. Who says it's just for the boys?
For you java-lovin' urbanistas & urbanistos, Dunkin' Donuts will send you a free 1.1 oz. sample pouch of their very popular coffee. All you have to do is CLICK HERE and sign up.
An artic blast is still sweeping the country which can complicate wardrobe matters. The key = layering. Peep the LUCKY MAG how-to vid above to learn how to get the perfect layered look. You just might find use for the pieces in the back of your closet that haven't seen the light of day since last winter.
Whether or not this is your cup of tea, it's important to stay physically fit for your overall health. If you're like me, hitting the gym is a BIG part of this. However, gym memberships can be quite pricey. Here are a few tips on how you can save a few $$$ so you can buy some cute workout gear:
*The Buddy system - Personal training gives you awesome results but can be super expensive. To save look for a fitness trainer who will let you & your BFF/work-out partner split training sessions, which means you also split the cost.
*Gym hoppin' - Give or take a few classes/equipment all gyms are basically the same. I'm going to preach swingin' until somebody finally gets it. Take advantage of free promotional offers of gyms in your area. If Gym A offers two-weeks free then hit-it-and-quit-it 14 days later. Then mosey over to Gym B and see if you can negotiate a free promo there (they would love the opp to steal you from Gym A). Then you can take time decide which gym is best for you.
*Run from a Commitment - Don't get locked into a drawn out contract. Negotiate with your gym of choice to get the best month-to-month rate (you can use your trial membership at a competing gym as leverage).
*Parks & Recreation - When was the last time you went by your local park's community center? Many offer fitness classes like yoga, dance, pilates for less than $10 or even FREE!
*Gold-diggin' - Step #9 of the 12-Step Urban Addiction Recovery Program is all about digging for gold, but not in the way you're prob thinking. This doesn't require finding an elderly sugardaddy on life support. It simply means to actively look for perks. Many gyms, yoga studios, etc. offer specials. For ex. my location yoga studio offers a $5 class on Thursdays versus $20 a pop any other class. So can you guess which class I attend? I'm sure you're wondering what I do the other 6 days. I have a steady rotation. On Mondays ANOTHER yoga studio offers a lunchtime special rate so on Mondays that's where I get my yogi fix. Swingin' at its best, but I spread the love around equally ;-)
*Buy in Bulk - It's the same Costco/Sam's Club strategy. When it comes to classes you can save $$$ by purchasing packages (weekly, monthly, yearly), but be very honest with yourself beforehand. There's no point in buying a one-month pass if you're only go to attend two classes.
It's January which means after indulging (or over-indulging) during the holidays, many are now making the resolution to lose a few extra pounds. Even if you've made the same resolution every January for the past decade, this IS your year to achieve your goal! It might take a little bit of guidance to get you started on the right track. Lucky for you Weight Watchers is offering 35% off Weight Watchers Online. The offer ends on the 31st so hurry and take advantage now by CLICKING HERE.
I'm a Southern Belle addicted to life in the "big city." Having lived in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago & ATL, I've had my share of cosmopolitan living. My "urban addiction" led me down a destructive path of the 3 Ds: Devastation, Disaster & most importantly...DEBT!!! But it turned out to be the wake-up call I needed because I was forced to put a stop to my bad habits & adopt a more well-balanced, yet fabulous, lifestyle. The good life comes at a cost but you don't have to pay the full price! By no means do I have all of the answers, but I hope that my journey will inspire & prevent others from making the same missteps. This blog is a resource guide for learning how to live like royalty without sacrificing your overall well-being.
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