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Retail Rental Sites You Should Know About

Now that the website BagBorrowOrSteal has changed its name to Avelle, you can rent not only handbags, but sunglasses and jewelry for any length of time from this membership-only site.

Members pay an initial fee, as well as an additional "rental fee" based on the actual cost of the item and how long they'd like to keep it. Brands range from everyday designer such as Coach and Juicy Couture to high end luxury such as Cartier and Prada.

Rent Me A Handbag goes even farther. You can rent handbags, clothing, and shoes at this free-to-join site.

You pay only for the collection you rent.

Other reasons to patronize this site:

• Flat rate prices for monthly and weekly rentals.
• Free USA round-trip shipping.
• $100 damage insurance free.
• No late fees -- cancel any time.
• Clothing, shoes, handbags, and jewelry & accessories (to come) are all available.
• Special additional promotions for frequent renters.
• 15% discount in their Outlet Store (where you can buy gently used items).
• You can purchase items that you rent from Rent Me A Handbag. --Belissa

5 Fab Friday - Everything Old is New Again

I've been feeling really nostalgic all week.  Luckily, Fred Flare has tons of fun, throwback bits that are reminiscent of decades gone by.  --Angel

  Press the button on this keychain and you'll hear lines from one of the greatest films of all time!

Sixteen Candles Talking Keychain, $12

Nancy Drew has been solving mysteries forever--now she's a chef!
   
Nancy Drew Cookbook, $10

Who hasn't had hours of enjoyment with Lego blocks?

Retro Block iPod Speaker, $25

From Vanilla Ice to the macarena this paint-by-numbers-inspired coloring book that lets you relive the '90s.

Let's Paint the '90s Coloring Book, $13.95

This Rubik's Cube is so much easier than the original.

'80s Cube Clock, $22

Win Jewelry from Twisted Silver

I live by several rules:
1. Always say 'please' and 'thank you.'
2. If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all.
3. Never, no matter where you're going, never, ever leave the house without jewelry!

To show you just how seriously I take these creeds, Fashion Club is giving away this ultra-chic, not-yet-released Tangle Bangle bracelet from Twisted Silver, so you never have to worry about violating Rule #3...It's our way of saying thank you to all our readers! 

To enter, simply head to Twisted-Silver.com and check out all the fabulous and funky jewelry.  Then come back here to Fashion Club Daily, say something nice about your favorite piece in the comments of this post, and you'll be entered to win the Tangle Bangle!  Easy, right?

One winner will be randomly selected.  Please hurry, the giveaway ends August 18, 2008 at 11:59 pm.  --Angel

Bra Straps Get A New Look: The Straptini

It used to be that bra straps weren't meant to be seen.

Then Madonna came along, and then clear straps arrived, and a lot of us were content with what we had.

But now: the Straptini, a collection of bra straps with beads and Swarovski crystals that are meant to be seen. They come in lots of designs and three sizes.

They're like jewelry for your shoulders!

The one above is called the Manhattan, and comes with black beads and Swarovski crystal accents.

They'd work under anything from a tank top to a strapless gown! --Belissa

Creative SoCal Locals: Participate In A Christmas 2008 Handmade Arts & Crafts Boutique

Do you make handmade products such as soap, candles, jewelry, handbags, pottery, art, or something even more funky/fabulous?

Sign up to be a Vendor at Cal State L.A.'s Christmas 2008 Handmade Arts & Crafts Boutique on December 7th, 2008. Cal State L.A. is a short freeway ride from Downtown L.A., where FIDM's Los Angeles campus is located.

All the info about being a Vendor is here. A table costs $35.

All Fashion Club Daily readers and FIDM Students are invited to apply! --Belissa

Dynamite Jewelry Blog

Much missed Mighty Flirt founder Lisa Lahde has started a new blog featuring work by independent jewelry designers. Do check it out. Also, if you've ever thought about studying the craft of jewelry making, you'll want to find out more about FIDM's newish Jewelry Design major. As usual with FIDM Programs, we have some amazingly talented instructors on staff! --Kim

For L.A. Readers: Meet Jeweler Sheila Fajl At Polkadots & Moonbeams

If you happen to be on one of L.A.'s premier shopping streets, West Third Street near the Beverly Center, on Wednesday. May 21st, then hop on over to trendy boutique Polkadots & Moonbeams, where you can meet jeweler Sheila Fajl and shop her private collection!

Sheila will be at the shop, which is at 8381 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, 90048, between 4-8 p.m.

Plus, get an "affirmation drop" necklace, a $33 dollar value, with any purchase of $125 or more.

Refreshments will be served!

RSVP at 323-655-3880 or friends@polkadotsandmoonbeams.com. --Belissa

Special Sale at VelvetMaven.com

VelvetMaven.com is having a sale. OK, that's good -- right?  Well, not only are they having a sale, but today you can get an extra 20% off both sale and regular items by using the code 62836 (maven) at checkout.

Plus: free ground shipping!

Sweet! --Belissa

Gorgeous Wood Cuff Bracelet Is Eco-Friendly, Too

This exquisite cuff bracelet is made from sustainable sono wood, which has lovely patterns with dark and light hues.

The woman-owned, eco-conscious company Betty Belts, owned by designer/surfer Donna von Hoesslin, sells these and many other earth-friendly products like necklaces and earrings made by hand in places like the island of Bali by talented artisans, then imports them for us.

No sweat shops!

The cuff is not only sustainable, but affordable at only $20!

Related FIDM Major(s): Jewelry Design --Belissa

Hurry-Up Jewelry Sale at Szul

Via the SheFinds newsletter, which posts links to special sales every Thursday, jewelry website Szul.com is offering 20% off plus free shipping on their line of Kipepeo earrings when you mention the code "shefindsszul" at checkout.

They have both gold and silver styles.

But you'd better get right on this -- there's no telling how long the sale will last past today! --Belissa