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Phone Case of the Month Review

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This is really my wife’s subscription but she let me have a few cases (she just switched the type of phone on her profile). Phone Case of the Month is a monthly mobile phone case subscription available for iPhone and Samsung Galaxy.

I’ve never been one for phone cases, but I was sure glad she had sent me some cases when my phone fell onto the concrete floor.  The cases are designed for fashion, but it did provide enough protection that my screen didn’t crack.  The cover broke, but no matter, a new one just showed up!   This month was a cool California design for the winter-weary; they even threw in some bonus “flair”!  You can download matching wallpaper through your subscription portal. Of course it comes with the microfiber pouch, and as I am obsessed with glasses cleaning cloths, I appreciated the little bag very much.

The Subscription: Phone Case of the Month
The Description: A limited edition phone case every month for only $10. Only 200 printed and all designs are exclusive to this subscription. Each package includes a one of a kind phone case.  Samsung Galaxy S3 & S4 in addition to iPhone cases including 5c.
The Price: $10 per month
The Coupon: Get your first box for just $5 – a $5 savings! No code necessary.

Holiday Shopping Guide for Dudes

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This is from Brandy, Tom’s wife. I’m here to give you my dead simple gift guide for men doing holiday shopping. I know I do all our holiday shopping but I am delighted when my husband picks out stuff himself. I want to give you thoughtful and easy ideas to get started. The beauty of my picks? You don’t actually have to pick anything out. Take a stand against gift cards and get something delightful and thoughtful. The best part is that every single item on this list is a serious savings on retail prices and isn’t another piece of electronics.

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Birchbox Precious Metals – One gift set and you are done! This covers all the bases from beauty to jewelry. preciousmetals_box_exclusive_900x900 Want to gift a subscription to give all year round? Check out GLOSSYBOX! Each purchase of a 12-month subscription between November 18th and December 6th will also receive a complimentary Holiday Box! Use coupon code GOLD. glossybox-holiday-limited-edition-box-600x421 Men

Try a subscription to Bespoke Post. Either select the box for him or gift it, it’s a high value subscription with men’s luxury products for just $45 a month. the-butcher Babies

Get a subscription to Citrus Lane for babies up to age 5 and their parents. They’ll get age-appropriate books, games, toys, and other fun items every month. Our kids love this monthly gift box. As a parent with two kids born in December, I prefer spreading out the love all year round! baby_6_box@2x Kids

Gift a subscription to Kiwi Crate up until around age 7. This is a monthly craft and activity box and our daughter is simply wild over it. If you want to spend more quality time with your child and generate interest and wonder in the world around him/her, this is the box! Explore the fun and colorful world of bugs! ››   For a slightly older girl (around 4 to 10 years old), try Crafter’s Crate. Screen Shot 2013-11-23 at 10.14.30 AM Teens

Loot Crate is perfect for any geeky/gamer kid! lootcrate-400x266   Want to make a teen girl super happy and feel super grown up? Gift her this great manicure set from Julep! (And try this one if you want to be the best dad ever.) Screen Shot 2013-11-23 at 10.25.30 AMLooking for even more ideas for your holiday shopping? Visit me at MommySplurge and see all my holiday shopping picks. If you want something bigger or different, I suggest starting with my list of sites I shop, mostly curated collections of unique goods, but you’ll have to do more work!

Warby Parker Glasses + Beck = Sweet Specs

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Warby Parker & Beck Song ReaderWarby Parker has teamed up with Beck to create a limited-edition pair of frames to promote Beck’s upcoming Song Reader concert. The new Limited Edition Carmichael Frames – Inspired by Beck, are available to purchase today and are only available while supplies last. The Carmichael frames are available in two different styles for both men and women. To check out the Carmichael frames or to learn more about the Warby Parker and Beck collaboration, check out http://www.warbyparker.com/song-reader.

 

Bostonian at Vente-Privee

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There’s only about 23 hours left on this one. Bostonian shoes are available at Vente-Privee until Monday Morning. Great prices and great styles; my dress shoes are Bostonians. You can take them to the store for a shine/refresh if you’ve one near you.

 

 

Beckett Simonon – Simple Men’s Shoe Shopping

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Goodyear Welted Caine Oxford – Black $129.99

Beckett Simonon is a gentleman’s shoe company that provides top-quality men’s shoes without unnecessary expense or middlemen. With fine construction, a one year warranty, and free shipping each way, it’s easy to give it a try. Beckett Simonon offers updated yet classic shoes and boots in a variety of styles. Beckett Simonon is new and you can score quite a few of the styles on pre-order at 20% off using coupon code SCORE, which appears to also work on in-stock styles (your mileage may vary on whether it will ultimately be credited).

I’ve yet to try Beckett Simonon, though my trusty Bostonians (one brown, one blue), are due to be replaced soon after winter wear and tear.

A Goodyear Welted shoe allows for resoling, repeatedly, allowing your shoe purchase to last for years.

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Hughes Longwing – Camel Suede $89.99