THE CITIZEN INDEX

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Blooming Madly


February is short and sweet, so let me  cut to the chase, and start it off by saying: THANK YOU!

Thank-you dear friends + readers who make this fun exploration of style, something more of a graceful dialogue than a shout-it-on-a-street-corner soliloquy.

Thank you for being part of my creative process, and my community.

I'd also like to thank the blog sponsors, companies and individuals who show their support in the way of advertising, companies that often times include a person who I've met through my Rosebud community. They are sustainable style, body positive and women loving people, and they are here because they too, want you, to bloom madly.

Please show your support by visiting these good peeps:



Karina Dresses: Karina Dresses is a woman owned company based out of Brooklyn, New York. Focusing on the YES dress, Karina creates easy care, easy wear dresses designed for "every body." Use coupon code ROSC30 and get $30 off your Karina Dresses purchase. 



L'affaire Cashmere: This small but thriving import company specializes in quality, luxury scarves and stoles. Using whisper soft cashmere, wools and silks, L'affaire Cashmere produces a variety of traditional scarves, stoles and throws in fashion forward patterns and prints. Use coupon code VD14 for 12% off your order. Offer valid until February 10th, 2013.
Start your L'affaire today, and wrap yourself in love!



Sunglasses Shop: This UK based online sunglasses sells internationally. They sell fashionable designer shades on a user friendly website with impeccable customer service.
You order quality sunglasses, and usually get it two days after you place your order.


The Elegant Bohemian: I am thrilled to share with you my newest sponsor, The Elegant Bohemian. Fellow +40 Blogger, thrift store stylist extraordinaire and now eBay seller, Serene is the epitome of elegance and style in her pledge to SHOP SECONDHAND FIRST. Friends who need inspiration on how to live a frugal, stylish and sustainable life, you need to go no farther than Serene's fashion blog, The Elegant Bohemian. And PLEASE bookmark her eBay shop! Check out Serene's stylish and affordable finds by clicking HERE.


I'd also like to take a moment to say THANK YOU to all the lovelies who show their support by visiting my Etsy shop! I've had a number of friends and readers become new and valued customers, and for that, I am so grateful! If you've ordered a Citizen Rosebud fresh picked vintage goodie, and would be willing to share a picture of you rocking it, please let me know- I would LOVE to do a post featuring marvelous you in your Citizen style!

Wishing you all a very lovely February!

23 comments:

Unknown said...

Bella! Wow! I feel so legit!!! Lol. I'm tickled too to be a rosebud sponsor, but more so to call you friend! Thanks girly!! Hugs to my friend!! Serene

The Style Crone said...

Thank you Bella for all that you do to inspire, motivate and support this ever growing, diverse and vibrant community. Your self expression, both with style and the written word, has been a beacon of creativity for me for several years. Keep on blooming!

Shybiker said...

You may have felt a tingling last night. I went to Philly and was visiting Meghan (of Meg's Ragged Edge). When I asked her which bloggers she respected, she went on and on about you! She kept talking about how courageous you are, how ubiquitous you are, etc., etc. Eventually I had to stop her and say, "Is there anyone else?!" (No, I didn't; just teasing. Meg really likes you though.)

Beryl said...

Isn't Serene great? I love seeing "Hugs, girly" in a comment - she doesn't even need to sign her name.
I really like that coat you are wearing. You look good!

Unknown said...

I have some time this weekend and will visit a few of the shop you listed :-)

Monica
www.pear-shaped-gal.com

Kaffesoester said...

Serene's shop looks very interesting indeed, lots of lovely vintage finds.

I'm glad you have great sponsors, your blog is such a vital part of the +40 blogger community, and a very good place to be exposed.

Vix said...

What a stunning photo of you, Bella!
xxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Bella! You look sweeeet in that first photo!
I'm swooning over the Sophie dress right now. Trying to decide in a fabric choice. It's such a cute shape but may be too short in length for me, can't decide! Have you ordered a Sophie yet?

Anupriya DG said...

Keep blooming, my dear! :))

GreenBean said...

The women who read & comment on Bella's blog are so awesome. Most of the other blogs comments are just about what looks cute but the women who read Bella's blog are both fashion-obsessed AND real people who care about real things that matter. Thanks ladies! And gentlemen too, if you read this blog.

citizen rosebud said...

You are all so awesome. And Greenbean, I agree- I feel so lucky because the conversations here have so much substance and genuine perspective. I feel there is much more about style than topical what-I-wore chit-chat. Thank you for taking part in that! -Bella Q

Claire Justine said...

Lovely post and picture, have a great Feb :)

Stephanie Loudmouth said...

You're welcome. And thank YOU for being so wonderful.

Jean at www.drossintogold.com said...

I love coming to see you here because I know I'll always be inspired by your passion, whether it concerns style with a conscience or saluting the women who are often ignored by corporate advertising. I know I'll read a post with integrity, intelligence, and good writing!! It don't get better than that. :-) XXOO

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

That top picture is so beautiful...love the smile!! I also love you and Serene both...you guys are making a difference in so many ways. Keep up the good work!

Unknown said...

THANKS BELLA for being our 40+ community LEADER in so many ways! XOXO

Forest City Fashionista said...

And a Big THANK YOU to you Bella for your constant support and inspiration to the rest of the 40+ blogging community. You rock!

Silhouette de Femme said...

thank you for adding our new blog to your blogroll! My mom will be happy that I let everyone know she is way over 40!
Alexandra

Flora Cruft said...

Lovely sponsors, a great blogroll, and a very happy February to you too Bella!

Ofelia said...

Bella, what I love about you and how you run your blog is that you think about the community that you are part of.
I believe that you are a very giving person and since the first time that I commented on your blog you establish a friendship with me for which I'm forever grateful.
You always take the time to read and comment on all of our blogs and treat us as we are you close friends from high school!
Besitos, Ofelia

citizen rosebud said...

Besitos dear Ofelia! xo!

Unknown said...

I'm excited about your shop but had trouble accessing the site when I tried to visit. I figured you're still working out the kinks.

The Goodwill Fangirl said...

I just received a package from you. Will be opening it and styling it for the blog this weekend. You are amazing, and I love your blog like crazy!