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AVEENO Mommy and Me Giveaway

To celebrate Mother's Day, our thoughtful friends at AVEENO would like to give one of our readers this adorably chic gift basket for Mommy and baby.

Gift set includes the following:

AVEENO^® BABY BATHTIME SOLUTIONS GIFT SET

AVEENO^® Baby Wash & Shampoo:  blends natural oat extract into a rich, lathering, soap-free cleanser that cleans without drying.

AVEENO^® Baby Daily Moisture Lotion: non-greasy formula contains natural colloidal oatmeal to help soothe baby's delicate, dry skin. 

AVEENO^® Baby Calming Comfort Bath: tear-free, soap free cleanser contains soothing scents of lavender and relaxing vanilla.

AVEENO^® Stress Relief Body Wash: formulated with natural colloidal oatmeal to clean and moisturize skin, and scented with lavender, essential chamomile and ylang-ylang oils to help calm and relax you in the shower.

Find these and the complete line of AVEENO products at AVEENO.com.

Chic Giveaway ~♥~ Quick and Easy Entry ~ Simply click on "comments" at the bottom of this post and tell us your favorite Mother's Day memory. ***Be sure to include your facebook and/or twitter name so we can find you if you win. 

Contest ends 11:59 PM ET May 22, 2013. For Complete Rules and additional Gifting Events, please visit our Chic Giveaways page.

AVEENO is a registered Trademark of Johnson & Johnson. Thanks to AVEENO for providing the products and images for this giveaway. 

Father's Day Gift Guide

Welcome to our Father's's Day Gift Guide 2013. We've gathered some of what we think are the greatest finds for Father's Day. Of course, we couldn't have a gift guide without a giveaway. The winner will once again select the prize of their choice from our gifting closet found HERE. Be sure to keep checking back for more chances to win as new products are added.

Give Dad a gift the whole family can enjoy together. The CobraCo Round Cast Iron Copper Finish Fire Pit Bowl from Avant Garden Decor will provide hours and hours of cozy fun for friends and family gatherings. Whether you are toasting marshmellows with the kids or spending some romantic quiet time under the stars after the kiddies have gone to bed, this will be a hit. Striking accent for the backyard too! $175 from AvantGardenDecor.com.

Dads will love this rugged yet elegant sport watch from GUESS Watches. The Silvertone Sport Chronograph Watch features a stopwatch and 24-hour international time and date. The black dial is a striking and handsome contrast to the brushed and polished bracelet silver-tone steel bracelet. The watch is waterproof to 100 meters and includes a 10-year limited warranty. Stock #U0177G1 $200 at shop.guess.com. 

For the fitness-conscious Dad, the BodyMedia FIT Link Armband provides the same technology as seen on NBC's The Biggest Loser. Armband captures calorie burn, activity, steps and sleep duration. Online activity manager displas your info and provides results and personalized feedback designed for your body. Incredible technology! Better hide it Dad, Mom will want it too! $149 at bodymedia.com.

Hands down THE best, most fun gift we have ever seen for the new or soon-to-be Dad is the DaddySwag Gift Set from Daddy Scrubs. It includes "I'm the Daddy" Scrubs, T-Shirt, Baseball Cap, Mug, Sunglasses as well as 3 pens and an "It's a Boy" and "It's a Girl" rubber wristband. All packaged in a gift box imprinted with what else? ~ "I'm The Daddy". Too cute! I can't wait to gift this to a soon-to-be Daddy. $89.95 at DaddyScrubs.com.

The LifeProof iPhone 5 Case can take whatever Dad throws at it. It's shockproof, waterproof, dirtproof and snowproof. Perfect for the sports enthusiast...or anyone who has ever dropped their phone in water. Hello! Available in 10 colors for $79.99 at lifeproof.com.

For the nature lover, outdoorsman, or couch potato ☺ the DoubleNest Hammock from Eagles Nest Outfitters will have Dad appreciating the great outdoors even more...and there's room for Mom too! Folds up incredibly small to fit into its attached compression sack. Take on camping trips or set up in the backyard for a quiet, relaxing escape. Available in many beautiful color combos. Retails for $69.95, Atlas Hammock Suspension System sold separately for $29.95 at EaglesNestOutfittersInc.com.

Sebago Docksides from Ruze Shoes are so comfortable Dad won't want to take them off. From fishing, to weekend barbeques to casual Friday's, he'll live in these. The tan suede upper with tonal stitching and slip-resistant sole in cool blue is perfect for Spring and Summer. Features non-corrosive brass eyelets with blue rawhide laces, a leather sock lining and a non-marking sole. MSRP is $100, on sale for $59.99 at RuzeShoes.com. 

Designed for the outdoor-loving Dad, the Motorola Talkabout 2-way Radios MT350R will keep him connected up to 35 miles even when his cell phone can't find a signal. The waterproof Talkabouts feature hands-free operation, a built in flashlight, a mini USB port for charging and an emergency alert button to send out distress calls. Ideal for hiking, camping, rock climbing and canoeing. We found it for $89.99 at Giant International Ltd.

The Best Dad Keychain from Isabelle Grace Jewelry will be a constant reminder to Dad how special he is. On the reverse is our fav inscription for Dad: "Any man can be a father. It takes a special one to be a dad". A sweet sentiment that is sure to touch Dad's heart. $32 at IsabelleGraceJewelry.com.

Dad will look sharp in this Slate Oxford Shirt from Spectre & Co made from 100s two-ply cotton. It is luxuriously soft and cut leaner in the waist and torso for a great-looking fit. Spectre's signature spread collar and double button cuffs polish off the look. Can be worn with or without a tie and looks great with a pair of khakis. 5% of every sale is being donated to One Fund Boston. ♥ $65 at shopspectre.com.

You can never go wrong giving Dad a pair of boxers and these luxe boxers from Paxton 1345 are extra special. Made in the USA of 100% fine Egyptian Cotton, they are ultra soft and can be personalized with a monogram. Each pair includes a whimsical quote inside {love}. They arrive in adorable chic packaging. $39.50 per pair, Monogramming is $6 additional. For a limited time, $5 from every pair of Red, White or Blue Boxers sold will be donated to One Fund Boston. ♥ Paxton1345.com.

Men want to be pampered too! The Turo Skin Starter Kit has all the essentials to take care of Dad's daily skincare needs. The kit includes Multi-Active Shave Cream, Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 15, 3-in-1 Shower Cleanser for face, hair and body. All have a clean, fresh, light masculine scent. $80 at turoskin.com.

If there's such a thing as a "Man Cookie", we've found it! Measuring over 1 1/4" thick and weighing nearly 1/2 lb each, Carol's Cookie's are more than just a cookie. Made with the freshest ingredients and no preservatives, Carol's Cookies arrive in an elegant gift tin and are packed with a homemade taste. With flavors like Brownie Cookie, Toffee Crunch, and Kitchen Sink {includes Chocolate Chunks, Coconut, Almonds, Pecans}, Dad's favorite is sure to be among them. Great gift for Grandpa too! The Small Gourmet Assortment Tin includes 7 cookies for $26.50 at CarolsCookies.com.

Dad and Grandpa will want some coffee to go with those cookies. Melitta's Thermal Pour-Over Coffeemaker makes coffee the gourmet way. The sleek stainless and black pot keeps up to 8 cups of coffee warm for 2 hours. Perfect for Dad or Grandpa to use at the office. Includes pot, cone and starter pack of filters. $49.99 at melitta.com.

One of my all-time favorite Men's Colognes, Tabac Original is a captivating scent Dad will adore...and so will Mom! Despite its flowery notes of lavender, warm florals and citrus, it is definitely a masculine scent, but not at all overpowering as some of them can be. Trust us, you will wonder why you've never tried it. A 10.1 oz. bottle retails for $23.19 at FragranceNet.com.

What does a sleek and handsome water bottle look like? The SIGG Traveler Smoked Pearl 1.0L, of course! Dad can take it wherever he goes ~ the ballpark, beach, work, and on vacation. Eco-friendly,  unbreakable, leak-proof, and dishwasher safe. $28.99 at mysigg.com.

Chic Giveaway! ~ One lucky winner will select the prize of their choice from our gifting closet found HERE*.

Required Entry: Visit at least three of the websites featured above. Leave a comment below letting us know which of their products, other than those featured here, would you most like to try/own. Please leave a separate comment for each brand visited. The more websites you visit, the more chances you have to win. Each comment = 1 entry.

Bonus Entries {optional} Leave a comment for each bonus entry completed. Each comment = 1 entry.

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Contest ends 11:59 PM ET June 16, 2013. For Complete Rules and additional Gifting Events, please visit our Chic Giveaways page.

Many thanks to each of the brands featured who provided images and review products to facilitate this article. 

Gotta Get It ... and a Giveaway! #4

Welcome to our latest edition of "Gotta Get It ... and a Giveaway!" We've included our latest finds and there's something for everyone in the family! Visit the featured websites, then leave a comment below to enter to win your choice of a fabulous prize from our gifting closet found HERE.

Now you can bring your iPad to the beach, camping, and poolside and not worry about it getting wet or dropping it. The LifeProof nuud iPad Case and Cover Stand is dirtproof, waterproof, shockproof and snowproof. Can be used on the iPad 2, 3 and 4. Whether working outdoors or letting the kids play with your iPad, we love the quality products and piece of mind LifeProof provides. $129.99 with free shipping at LifeProof.com. 

How are these for chic slippers? The Sequined Thong from Dearfoams are in a gorgeous shade of pink and just as you would expect, they are cushy soft. Perfect for warmer weather when you want to show your pretty painted toes. Machine washable too. Available in S-XL, they retail for $24 at dearfoams.com.

We know why Jennifer Aniston, Celebrity Ambassador for AVEENO loves their Daily Moisturizing Lotion. It moisturizes, soothes and heals dry skin within minutes. Gentle enough for everyday use even on sensitive skin, it's fragrance free and just $8.49 for a 12-oz. pump bottle at AVEENO.com. AVEENO is a registered trademark of Johnson & Johnson.

Speaking of pretty toes, NCLA's Life Is A Beach! Collection include four exclusive lacquers in pastel creme shades. Our fav is Don't Call Me Peachy! which is a perfect compliment to tan toes and the neutral shades blends with everything. Bring on the flip flops! $16 at shopncla.com.

Absolute LENGTHS Mascara by DeVita is absolutely fabulous. Biotin-D strengthens lashes and Carrot Oil and natural fibers give the look of longer lashes. Pure Pigments of Black Tea and Pomegranate add deep, rich, chemical-free color. I love that it lasts the entire day without "disappearing", smudging or flaking. $23.95 at devitaskincare.com.

The Primped and Polished Grande Train Case from Caboodles will keep that nail enamel, mascara, and so much more organized and at your fingertips. Individual compartments fold out to store compacts, tubes and small bottles. Especially ideal for travel, dorms or apartment living. We found it on sale at ulta.com for $63.99.

Simply Chic best describes the Madison Earrings from Towne & Reese. Loving the lightweight double hoops. They measure 2" and are available in silver or goldtone with french wire hoops. Hypo-allergenic too! Ya'll will love Towne and Reese's selection of affordable jewelry. These are $20.00 at TowneandReese.com. 

We found the best gluten-free Cinnamon Swirl Coffeecakes on the planet! They're from The Coffeecake Connection and arrive in sweet gift boxes. They are moist, flavorful and deliciously sweet. A mini Cake-a-lette includes 2 petite coffeecakes for $7.95 at coffeecakeconnection.com. 

Chobani's Almond Coco Loco is made with low-fat creamy coconut yogurt, toasted almonds and dark chocolate chips. It tastes more like a dessert than a yogurt. Makes for a delicious and healthy afternoon snack or breakfast on-the-go. A cool container keeps toppings separate and crunchy, just flip the toppings into the yogurt and enjoy. Find it in the dairy section of your favorite grocer's.

Just in time for spending time for car rides in the convertible and spending time outdoors, MaddyLoo's Original Hair Tie with Rhinestone Ombre Donut Bead is the simply chic way to tie your hair back, We love the petite ombre bead that jazzes it up. The other great thing about these pony tail holders are they will not leave an impression in your hair, nor will they snag or pull it. Available in just about every color to match your wardrobe, they retail for $4.00 each including your choice of the matching ombre bead at maddyloo.com. 

I have a weakness for shortbread cookies and the Duchy Originals Lemon All Butter Shortbread are the best! The addition of just the right amount of lemon zest make them perfect with tea on a Spring afternoon sitting on the porch. The light lemony-butter cookies are baked to perfection with only the finest wholesome ingredients by the famous shortbread maker, Walkers. A donation from every sale of Duchy Originals is given to the Prince of Wales Charitable Foundation for distribution to charitable causes throughout the world. A 5.3-oz. package retails for $5.99 at walkersus.com.

Coppertone has just introduced their best-selling sunscreen products in travel sizes. No more having to hand over your expensive bottle of suntan lotion to the Airport TA or spend a fortune to buy it at the hotel's sundry shop. Available in 3-oz. tubes, we like the Sport version with SPF30. Suggested Retail is $3.99. Available nationwide at food, drug, mass and internet retailers. 

Vitabath's Fragrance Collection of 16 delectable body washes has a scent for every mood and preference. Spa Day, Cupcake Couture, In Bloom, and Fruit Fanatic are a delicious assortment including Grapefruit Vanilla, Beach Blossom, and my fav Dreamy Pink Frosting with Sweet Almond Oil. At just $7.99 for a 12-oz. bottle, they are a great value. Free shipping with a $50 purchase at myvitabath.com.

Chic Giveaway! ~ One lucky winner will select the prize of their choice from our gifting closet found HERE*.

Required Entry: Visit at least three of the websites featured above. Leave a comment below letting us know which of their products, other than those featured here, would you most like to tr. Please leave a separate comment for each brand visited. The more websites you visit, the more chances you have to win. Each comment = 1 entry. Please be sure to leave your twitter ID or Facebook username with each comment so we can find you if you win.

Bonus Entries {optional} Leave a comment for each bonus entry completed. Each comment = 1 entry.

• Follow @ChicLuxuries on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway, sample tweet ~Gotta Get It #Giveaway #4 Pick your Prize from @ChicLuxuries http://ChicLuxuries.com #contest #sweeps #win

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Contest ends 11:59 PM ET June 25, 2013. For Complete Rules and additional Gifting Events, please visit our Chic Giveaways page.

Many thanks to each of the brands featured above for providing the products and images for this review.