UPDATE: We have our winner! Congrats to our winner Emily Kate O'Shea! Enjoy the cleanse and let us know how you do.

Summer time should be a happy time with sunshine, warm nights, and a new wardrobe of color. But it can also be the dreaded season of bikini shopping and allergy attacks.  Don’t avoid the outdoors any longer: Improve your health and secure your summer bod with Kaeng Raeng cleanse! 

Kaeng Raeng is an all natural, meal replacement cleanse program that helps jumpstart weight loss, improve digestion, cut cravings, relieve allergies, and give your skin a natural vegan glow. Just drink one meal replacement pouch 3 times per day for 3-6 days.  The best part? You can eat as many raw fruits and veggies as you want! KR contains no artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives, and no laxatives or stimulants.  

Want to know more? Hear from founder and CEO Lindsay Reinsmith on the creating of Kaeng Raeng:

When I formulated Kaeng Raeng, I wanted to maintain the principles of a raw vegan diet, but in a form that was convenient and easy for everyone. I had some serious criteria for Kaeng Raeng, and I know you’ll love the finished product.

It had to be simple: So many cleanse programs are completely impractical, whether they require fasting, contain harsh laxatives, have long commitments and complicated instructions, or cost $100/day. We know that’s not for everyone, which is why we created a simple meal replacement system starting at $17/day. No pills, no starving, no headache.

It had to taste good! I personally created Kaeng Raeng as something I would like to drink, and I’m pretty picky!  We use more than a full serving of real fruit in each pouch with no added sugars or flavors so it’s got a natural, simple taste.

It had to be good for you and the environment: Kaeng Raeng is 100% vegan and is the only cleanse endorsed by animal rights activist and best-selling Skinny Bitch author Kim Barnouin. Each pouch contains a serving of fruit, fiber, 15g of lean protein, 2 billion live probiotic cultures, and daily vitamins. We source all of our ingredients from local farmers and use environmentally friendly practices to bring healthy living right to your doorstep.  

I had to be made with YOU in mind: No two people are going to do a cleanse program the same, which is why KR is customizable for your specific goals and needs. Choose Beginner (for first time users), Veteran (for those having done at least one cleanse, or vegetarians), or Master (for experienced cleansers and health nuts). KR is also completely vegan (dairy free), gluten free, caffeine free, and peanut free.

As a small business, we’re dedicated to helping our customers get healthy in a safe and natural way. I personally use Kaeng Raeng every year to alleviate my allergies and jumpstart a healthier summer. Check out this video about Kaeng Raeng, or watch our full length commercial here. 


Want to win one?

Our last giveaway was so successful, we decided to do it again! Just comment why YOU want to try a vegan cleanse by midnight tonight and you’ll be entered to win a free 3-Day Beginner program.  

Can’t wait? Use code LAUREN15 for 15% off at kaengraeng.com. Offer good through May 21 at 5:59PM PST. 

KR ships anywhere in the US and several countries worldwide! It’s also available at select Whole Foods Market stores in the US. Check with your local store for availability.

If you want to get beautiful on the outside, you’ve got to get healthy on the inside. Try Kaeng Raeng today! 

• You must be a registered LaurenConrad.com member to enter. Learn how to sign up by clicking here.
• This contest is open to US residents 18 years of age and older. 
• Winners will be contacted via private message to their LaurenConrad.com inbox and by email. If our team does not hear back within 24 hours, a new winner will be selected in your place.
• Limit one comment per entry. Multiple comment entries will not be considered.
• This giveaway ends at 11:59 PST on May 14, 2012. 

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There’s no arguing that Victoria Secret models know how to look good on the beach. To compliment their bathing suits in the 2012 photo shoot, the ladies wore vibrant Pura Vida Bracelets on their sun-kissed wrists. If you’re a regular LaurenConrad.com reader, you know all about these popular accessories by now. 

Colorful Pura Vida Bracelets are a great way to make your tan pop while you’re soaking up the rays on the beach this summer. Slip a few on your arms and be the most stylish girl on the sand. They even make neon headbands and hair ties to really complete your look.

The last time we were featured on LaurenConrad.com we sold out of a bunch of styles, so make sure to snag yours quickly.

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Quick! What do you get when you mix a high-energy workout with a shopping trip to Nordstrom (besides a brain-load of mood-boosting endorphins)? How about the second annual Zella Day of Movement! That's right, it's happening again, and if you missed it last year, now's your chance to take advantage of this amazing free in-store event.  

On Saturday, May 5, participating Nordstrom stores all over the country will host one-hour mat classes under the expert guidance of local fitness instructors at no charge to you. Once you've stretched and toned your muscles to a higher state of physical grace, let the very cool cool-down begin with some post-workout Zella shopping. Check out this 'it' brand's latest activewear in addictively comfortable silhouettes and fabrics—and get a surprise fitness gift with your $40 Zella purchase (while supply lasts in stores on May 5 only). What could be more rewarding than that? 


If you're not already familiar with Zella fitness gear, you can check it out at Nordstrom.com. Available exclusively at Nordstrom, Zella's figure-flattering designs are hallmarked by innovative tech fabrics, right-on-trend colors and edgy detailing—and the price point is unbelievably affordable. 

So if you love shopping and working out, grab a couple of friends and get in on the super-fun action. Just be sure to RSVP to your local Nordstrom store ahead of time, because the class times vary by location and space is limited.

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We all know that a LaurenConrad.com reader can appreciate a gorgeous designer handbag. We bet you can appreciate a FREE designer handbag even more! SHEFinds, Portero, and Pretty City have teamed together to bring you a very luxe giveaway! 

Sign up for SHEFinds before April 30th, and you could win a Louis Vuitton Trevi GM handbag valued at $2400! To enter to win, just click here!

What’s SHEFinds, you ask? 

SHEFinds is a FREE fashion email for women. Maybe you don’t have a lot of time to shop, or at least not as much time as you’d like, and scouring the Internet for deals can be time consuming! But you still want to look good and stay on top of the trends, right? 

Enter SHEFinds, the source on everything that is hot. Let us do the browsing for you. We hunt for trends, finds, sales, plus we let you know where you can find it – all for FREE! 

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The hair experts at Folica want to reward you for taking care of the environment. Got a busted hair dryer or flat iron? Okay, maybe it’s not completely dead, but every time you plug it in you think this could be its last hurrah. Go ahead and recycle it. We’ll even give you $40 off a brand new hair dryer for flat iron for doing it.

It’s simple. You just fill out our recycle form and we instantly email you a promotion code for $40 off any hair dryer or flat iron over $79.99 on Folica.com. Then you mail us your old appliance.

Folica.com is a leading ecommerce website for hair products, tools and expert advice on care and styling. We have 6,000+ products, more than 300 beloved brands & 70,000+ customer ratings and reviews.

Now may we suggest a brand new flat iron for you?

The Sedu Revolution 1” Flat Iron is both chic and strong. Sedu seals in hair moisture to give you extra shine and luster. Unique curved edge plates allow the styling freedom of creating any look you want! From straight and sleek, to sexy waves, to mega curls, this tool does it all.

If you’re looking for even more of a selection, head on over to our list of the top 10 pro flat irons that are eligible for $40 off. You’re sure to find one that fits your style and budget.

Save your hair and the planet. Recycle your old appliance for a new one today.

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UPDATE: We have our winners! Congrats to the following ladies... Stephanie McDonnell, Melissa Panici, Carla Azevedo, Vanessa Gatlin, and Gilda Castro! 

We’re all used to applying our makeup with brushes and sponges, but imagine if there was an easier, quicker way. Airbrush makeup isn’t just for salons and professional makeup artists to doll-up celebrities. You can enjoy the benefits of it right at home with Dinair:

1. It Lasts

Tired of fussing around with your standard foundation and eye shadow? Dinair's makeup lasts on the face all day, leaving your skin with a flawless, natural finish.

2. It’s Quick

After a little practice you can complete an entire makeup look with precise control in about 10 minutes. That leaves more time in the morning for a coffee stop!

3. It’s Safe

It’s silicone and paraben-free, non-comedogenic, water-based, hypoallergenic, and dries on contact so it won't sink into your pores. Plus, no finishing powder is needed and, since you don’t apply it with sponges or brushes, you won’t transfer any bacteria to your face and body.

4. It’s Fun

With the personal compressor (that comes with all kits) you can apply makeup, airbrush tanning, and hair and body art, and Dinair has a full line of stencils to help you create the perfect look.

Want to win your own kit?


Dinair is giving 5 lucky Lauren fans the chance to win a Personal Pro airbrush makeup kit!

To enter:

1. Like us on Facebook.
2. Comment below on why you want to try airbrush makeup.

But this contest is only 24 hours, so hurry!

How about an awesome deal, too?

With the purchase of a Personal Pro Kit, Dinair is offering FREE shipping! Just use promo code laurenconrad at checkout. All international orders can get $10 off shipping with promo code laurenconradint. This offer is valid through April 22, 2012.

Are you going to give airbrushing a shot?

• You must be a registered LaurenConrad.com member to enter. Learn how to sign up by clicking here.
• This contest is open to everyone (including international members).
• Winners will be contacted via private message to their LaurenConrad.com inbox and by email. If our team does not hear back within 24 hours, a new winner will be selected in your place.
• Limit one comment per entry. Multiple comment entries will not be considered.
• This giveaway ends at 5:59AM PST on April 17, 2012.

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Let there be ruffles! And lots of them…

When I design for my LC Lauren Conrad collection for Kohl’s I like to incorporate a few themes to carry throughout the season. For spring, I decided to emphasize a feminine, flirty and fun theme by working in plenty of ruffles, bows, and lacey details. 

As you may already know, I have a slight infatuation with ruffles this spring as evidenced by the Ruffles & Tulle Dress I blogged about a couple weeks ago. That said, I think ruffles are a really nice detail. To me, they embody relaxed, California chic—which is why I absolutely love the Ruffle Front Tank.

The Ruffle Front Tank has the best of both worlds: Ruffles in the front, delicate lace detailing in the back. I especially love the shark bite lace detailing on the back of the top. The lace is just so delicate and I love how intricate it is. I typically include a lot of crochet and thicker laces in my LC Lauren Conrad collection, but when I laid eyes on the lovely shark bite lace—I knew we had to use it. 

As if the ruffled front and lacey cutout back isn’t enough to make you swoon, the bright coral color should seal the deal. Coral is a universally flattering hue. It looks beautiful on everyone—regardless of your skin tone. And it’s a must-have shade in my book… 

In terms of styling, I like to wear the Ruffle Front Tank with skinny jeans since it already has a lot going on. I almost always wear my hair up with it too, because I like to show off the back. Sometimes, I wear it tucked into a skirt. But since the top is such a statement piece, it doesn’t need a lot. 

I think it’s nice to have a top like this—it’s not just about the back or the front—both have something special about them. And they don’t compete with one another. All in all, the Ruffle Front Tank is the perfect top for making an entrance and an exit. 

To complete your spring and summer wardrobes, click here and order your Ruffled Front Tank today.

You can bet I’ll be wearing mine all year long (weather permitting, of course). 

What is your Kohl’s craving this week? Tell me in the comments below for a chance to win a $50 Kohl’s card. I’ll announce the winner next week!

XO Lauren 

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UPDATE: The winner is Hudy Rosenberg! Congrats!

Shopping with the girls is always more fun!  You spot an item you think is fab and your super chic friends help you decide whether to take the plunge.   

That’s why Little Black Bag is so exciting! LBB creates a fun experience where you can shop online with friends. 

Here’s how it works:        

You start by taking a very cool style quiz to help LBB determine your look.  Are you hipster, boho, or downtown glam?  After the quiz, you pick the 1st item in your very own Little Black Bag from a dazzling collection of accessories, jewelry, handbags and cosmetics.  Then the LBB stylists fill your bag with 2-4 more stylish baubles from over a hundred brands, such as D&G, Cargo Cosmetics, BCBG and Betsey Johnson – all at up to 70% off. 

And the best part?  Little Black Bag has taken shopping and added the thrill of trading! You can browse the LBB gallery and if you discover something you love even more, you can swap your items with other members on the site – all online. Now here’s where your friends come in.  You and your fashionistas friends can vote on what to keep and what to trade and you can share your bag with your Facebook friends.    

Once you’ve put together your perfect bag, hit “ship” and voila, your Little Black Bag is on its way!

Want to win a chic Z Spoke by Zac Posen bag? 

To enter, simply head on over to LittleBlackBag.com and create an account. You can even invite your friends to join in on the fun. Earn one extra entry for each friend who registers for LBB!

The winner will receive a Z Spoke by Zac Posen Ostrich Leather Satchel valued at $425!

Contest ends April 21, 2012 at 11:59PM PST. 

Good luck, and remember Little Black Bag when you’re trying to find the perfect birthday gift.  

• You must be a registered LittleBlackBag.com member to enter. Click here to learn how to sign up.
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Summer music festivals bring out the hippie in everyone. Feathers, bright colors, headpieces, and fringe are just a few of the styles that you might expect to see at Coachella or any other outdoor concert. Pura Vida Bracelets is stoked that summer is almost here, and wants to make sure you look totally hip while gettin’ down to your favorite bands.  

By now you probably know all about colorful Pura Vida Bracelets. Maybe you’ve even bought a few for yourself and your closest friends. Well we think that’s far out, and want share with you another couple of groovy fashion accessories that you’re sure to dig.  

Pura Vida Bracelets also makes vibrant hippie headbands that go along perfectly with our bracelets and will complete your boho-chic look! 


Handmade in Costa Rica by the area's finest artisans, Pura Vida Bracelets spread peace and love while still looking wicked.

Get your Pura Vida Bracelets items online at 20% off just for being a LaurenConrad.com reader. Head over to PuraVidaBracelets.com today and use code MUSIC20. Hurry, this offer ends tonight 4/4 at 11:59PM PST. 

Have a groovy time out there at those music festivals. We’ll catch you on the flip-side. 

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Nurturing and protecting your skin is part of your daily routine. You love it and want it to look healthy, so you care for it. Kind of a no brainer. But what about your furniture? You put a lot of time and thought into picking the perfect pieces. Maybe you bought them new or found the cutest coffee table just sitting on the side of the road. Either way, if you want your furniture to look its best and last for years, consider giving it a beauty routine of its very own. Furniture’s beauty routine mirrors beauty care regimes like sunscreen and concealers, including: cleansing, polishing and, of course, covering those tiny imperfections.

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These Guardsman products only cost around six to seven bucks each, so it doesn’t take much to show your furniture some love. 

The secret to beautiful furniture is simple… “Stop Cleaning. Start Caring™” That’s why Guardsman has teamed up with TV design star Tracy Hutson to help spread the word. You could win a $1,500 room re-accessorizing and shopping experience with Tracy, along with a suite of Guardsman products. 

Go to Guardsman.com to share a story about your favorite piece of furniture and make a promise to care for it in the same way you care for other things you love. Hutson will select one lucky winner with the best furniture story.

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When I design for each season of my LC Lauren Conrad collection, there is always a story behind it—an inspiration. We put together “trend pages” that are essentially inspiration boards. For March, the idea was summed up as “Malibu doll.” Think dressed up but with a girly and flirty innocence. Lots of delicate lace and tulle details, bows, vintage prints and ruffles. If I had to pick one piece that embodies “Malibu doll” it would be the Ruffles and Tulle Dress. 

Here's a peek at my March 2012 inspiration board:

I absolutely adore the Ruffles and Tulle Dress. It’s one of my favorite pieces in the March collection—it’s just so pretty! The ruffled front adds a light feminine flair that’s contrasted by the flirty cut and vintage-inspired print. I particularly love how we blended two materials, chiffon and tulle, to give the dress a bit more depth.

I designed the Ruffles and Tulle Dress because I always have a tough time dressing up for daytime occasions. While it’s easy to dress up for night, it’s tough to do for day! Whether it’s a wedding shower, a special brunch, graduation or something that requires you to dress up a bit more during the daytime, I think the Ruffles and Tulle Dress is perfect. Simply pair it with a neutral shoe like I did (see photo at top) and you’re ready to go. Needless to say, the Ruffles and Tulle Dress is not solely for dressed up daytime wear—it is very versatile. I also like to wear it with ballet flats and a cardigan for more casual outings. Or I pair it with neutral heels and an ivory blazer, which is perfect for a breezy spring or summer night.

If you love the Ruffles and Tulle Dress as much as I do, click here to snag your own and order today!

What’s your Kohl’s craving this week? Tell me in the comments below for a chance to win a $50 Kohl’s gift certificate. I’ll announce the winner next week.

The winner of last week’s $50 Kohl’s card is Kristin Albrecht. Congrats!

XO Lauren

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