Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Don't Slouch and Rocker Bag: Back in Stock!


Get em' while it's hot!

The "Don't Slouch" and the "Rocker Bag" are FINALLY back in stock.

We know you've been waiting patiently for them to arrive.
We can't promise how long they will stay in stock! But they here now!



Friday, September 3, 2010

MelissaBeth Gets a Facelift.... that's the website not the designer!

Melissa Beth Logo

If you haven't already noticed MelissaBeth.com got a facelift!
We feel 10 years younger already!!

Our new website isn't just about looking good (although our new website is v. pretty!) - now when you shop its WAY easier to find what you are looking for.

Check out our list of cool new features that make shopping online a breeze!

1) Sort by size or sort by color
If you are like me than you know what you want, so just click on the top right sort by laptop size by or color section and you can easily see a list of items that fit your criteria.

2) Refer a Friend
When you refer a friend to our website (and they make a purchase) we send you a free gift certificate for $25.00! Who knew making money was this easy!

3) Product Views
Want to see every angle of our products? Just click on our alternate views to check out additional views.

4) Retailers Section
Want to check out a bag in person? Check out our new retailers section which helps you find a store closest to you. You can even view the stores on google maps.

5) Featured product section
Like to be the in the know? Now with our specialized feature product section and easy access to our newsletter you can be the first to know the latest deals at Melissa Beth

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Get a $10 coupon at MelissaBeth.com


Be the first to know about the hottest new products, events and sales!
Sign up today for Melissa Beth's newsletter and you will receive a $10 coupon to use online at www.melissabeth.com




Friday, June 25, 2010

Design Inspiration + Ice Cream


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Mention the word ice cream and my ears perk up!
Well, how convenient that on a quest for some design inspiration Ben and Jerry's sponsored an article with resources to help inspire designers.

My two loves: designing + ice cream

Check out the link below for some great resources to give your creativity a jump start.
If that doesn't work - eat some ice cream!

http://mashable.com/2010/06/24/design-inspiration-resources/

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Finally Jake gets it right

Finally Jake dumps Vienna... As if anyone is surprised!

Well, I am actually surprised how long it took for them to break up! And poor girl. Just when her hair was starting to look less "yellow".

Maybe Ali and Jake will somehow reunite?!

Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi have split up, according to a rep for the couple.



Friday, June 18, 2010

What's in a name?


In early October, or maybe late September, I will launch my most exciting product to date, my first BABY!! Bad joke I know, but I made myself chuckle. Designing this "product" was far easier than any MB product. (tee hee)

Lately, I find myself trying to find perfect name for my baby. Something classic, yet unique. Something everyone will love (ya right!) and something my child will one day turn to us and say, "thank you mom and dad, I love my name". Clearly I am delusional.

I started to wonder what is in a name?!

Melissa, for instance is means "honey bee" in Greek. But what does that even mean?!

Believe it or not, I've met dozens "Melissa Beth's" who all seem to be stylish, creative, fun-loving and colorful.
Is the name "Melissa" synonymous with being all these things? It might be?!
There are also so many designers whose name is Melissa that I adore.

Designer of gorgeous wedding gowns. I even wore one of her designs to my own weddings.

Cute Jelly shoes for adults and now babies (see last weeks post)

Super cute design templates.

Amazingly life like stuffed animals

Delicious and adorable mini cupcakes in NYC.

Stylish laptop and travel accessories.


So what's in a name?! I guess a lot.... pressure much?!
Accepting name suggestions from non-relatives.


Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Pretty is Back


Melissa Beth's Pretty Printed Sleeves are now back in stock at www.melissabeth.com

The Pretty Printed Laptop Sleeve is the perfect neoprene case to house your precious laptop.

Designed with a custom MB print, soft fleece inside lining, and super thick neoprene this laptop sleeve is more than just a pretty face!

Prices range from $29.50-$39.50

Available in 4 sizes:
10.2"/ipad/netbook
13"
14-15.4"
17"

Get em while you can!! These babies keep selling out!!

Monday, June 7, 2010

Melissa Shoes + Vivienne Westwood = Jelly Shoes for Babies


People sometimes ask us if Melissa Beth is the same as Melissa Shoes?
Well, we are definitely not the same company!! But we do like her name!

With baby on the brain, I am loving Melissa Shoes and Vivienne Westwood's newest creation... Baby Jellies.

Melissa Shoes launches their first "mini collection" and it couldn't be any sweeter.

We are happy to know Melissa's around the world are doing their part in taking the ordinary and making it extraordinary!





Tuesday, May 25, 2010

New York, New York...




Last week I decided to do a quick trip to NYC for some press desk sides, shopping and a chance catch-up with some old NYC friends.

I flew in to NYC Monday evening to prepare for my 8 hour day of desksides the following day. The pre-pregnancy Melissa would have flown in super early Tuesday am, oh how I am getting old!

Let's just say, come Tuesday, the weather was not on my side. Running around NYC in the rain, while trying to look professional, stylish and not uber pregnant, was definitely a challenge. By the end of the day I was too tired and wet to even think about making my way to UK's Top Shop (in a search for cheap cute maternity clothes) that I snuggled up in bed and watched the second to last episode of LOST.

By Wednesday the rain had passed and I walked the NY stationary show - to see if it was a fit for Melissa Beth's laptop bags and then met my friend Anna for Breaki at Pastis.
It was great to catch up. Anna is the owner and founder of Lucid New York handmade jewelry. We talked shop (whatever that means) and enjoyed a delicious breakfast.
Baby was happy after breaki and kicking! Here is a pic of Anna and myself below.


Anna and I took some pictures by this cool colorful backdrop and she was nice enough to give me one of her best-selling handmade necklaces, the circle necklace. Anna's jewelry is simple and chic and has been featured in countless magazines. I love wearing her handmade jewelry with a simple white tank, although my white tanks are starting to look like crop-tops!


After breaki I walked a few blocks to Limelight market place where I saw some of my old Bryant Park Holiday Shop friends. Jon Wye of Jon Wye Belts and Angela, from Om Aroma.
I was very impressed with the space at LimeLight - it reminded me of a Henri Bendles/Fred Segal inside of an old church (which I guess also used to be some sort of crazy club).




I managed to squeeze in one more desk-side in the afternoon and rushed off to the airport to only have to wait for our plane to arrive.. Of course, it was delayed. I guess I could have squeezed in more shopping :)

Looking forward to my next trip to NYC.
Coming home from NYC to Toronto always make me feel like I live in Suburbia (even though I live downtown!)












Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Melissa Beth @ The Clothing Show in Toronto

Hey Torontonians!

Come check out Melissa Beth at the Clothing Show this weekend at The Better Living Center near the Exhibition in Toronto.

Come say hi - we'll be @ Booth 449.
We will be selling our laptop bags, laptop sleeves, make up cases and MORE!
Take advantage of our sample sale and discounted discontinued items!!

The show is Friday 3-9, Saturday 11-8 and Sunday 11-7.

See you there!

Melissa :)