Rolling Out Magazine features DivasandDorks.com
February 20th, 2012 by ChristenRecently, I was interviewed by Rolling Out Magazine to share the secret behind DivasandDorks.com’s rapid growth & expansion within such a short period time. Sharing some of the principles and sales tips that I learned within my media marketing experience – and examples on how I apply them to the business of blogging was a joy that I’ll never forget.
Learn about my strategies used to secure brand partnerships, how I manage the balance of journalistic integrity vs advertising and more in the article. Read More on RollingOut.com
:: Valentine’s Day Giveaway :: White Diamond Crystal iPhone Accessory Set
February 1st, 2012 by ChristenIt’s a season of love! Whether you’ve known your sweetheart for weeks, months or years – it’s always nice to share a sweet Valentine’s Day gesture that is practical, sentimental and keeps you close to their heart each and everyday!
The White Diamonds Swarvoski Crystal iPhone case does just that! What better way to say “We’re a couple” than with matching iPhone cases? Made with precious Swarvoski crystals, the high quality designs of White Diamonds is great for providing excellent protection while providing stylish solutions (and if you ask me, it’s waaaaay better than dressing alike for Valentine’s Day!)
ENTER TO WIN BELOW
New Year, New You! Samsung Focus™ S Mobile Makeover Giveaway!
January 17th, 2012 by ChristenEveryone is working on their New Year’s Resolutions and the majority of you are trying to eat healthy and lose weight – this Mobile Makeover giveaway is great for you! The Samsung Focus™ S is only about 8.5mm at its thinnest point, which makes it stylish, beautiful and very easy to slip into the pocket of your tightest jeans.
With an 8 megapixel rear-facing camera, and a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera, the Focus™ S has you covered. Not only can you take beautiful pictures and video, you can also get into the act. (Smile!) Not all Windows phones are alike. Yes, the Focus™ S comes pre-loaded with the latest Windows Phone 7.5 Mango OS. Yes, you get Mango enhancements like built-in Twitter® and LinkedIn®, a linked inbox to see all your email messages in one place and Local Scout, powered by Bing™. But the 1.4GHz processor speed makes Windows work faster. And our 4.3” Super AMOLED™ Plus screen makes it look better.
Ready to get your mobile makeover…READY, SET, GO!
SAMSUNG FOCUS S
HOW TO ENTER:
You get 1 extra entry for signing up for the DivasAndDorks newsletter (on DivasandDorks.com homepage.) You must comment that you’re signed up.
“ I want to win the AT&T Mobile Makeover SAMSUNG FOCUS S from @DivasandDorks http://tinyurl.com/879x4ox #NewYearNewYou #attPhoneFairy “
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on twitter –www.twitter.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on YouTube –www.youtube.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for sharing this page on facebook (share button at the bottom of the post NOTE: you must be signed into facebook for it to work!)
You get 1 extra entry for suggesting and having 5 friends become fans of DivasandDorks on facebook (and have them leave a note saying you sent them)
You get 1 extra entry for becoming an AT&T FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/ATT (and leave a note saying thatwww.DivasandDorks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on twitter –www.twitter.com/ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on YouTube –www.youtube.com/share ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
Make sure you check back next Monday for the announcement of our giveaway winner! GOOD LUCK!
*Disclaimer: AT&T has provided the AT&T SAMSUNG FOCUS S for use in the New Year, New You Mobile Makeover Giveaway. Prize include smartphone unit only – phone & date service is the responsibility of the winner & standard AT&T service approval applies. Ends 1/22/12
::UPDATE:: The entries have been tabulated – check BELOW to find out if you’ve won!
CONGRATULATIONS TO…….. KENIA G.
What A Year…THANK YOU!
December 30th, 2011 by Christen
Taking a moment to reflect on this year filled with highs and lows has brought us to the conclusion that 2011 was such an amazing year! We’d like to sincerely thank each and every one of you for visiting the site everyday, your comments and more!
To all our Facebook fans and Twitter followers – THANK YOU for allowing us to infiltrate your timelines daily! (LOL)
To all of our supportive blogger friends, family and blogging community – THANK YOU.
To the amazing brands that have worked with us throughout 2011, you took a chance on a new blog and look at what happened… THANK YOU.
Next year promises to be an amazing year for DivasandDorks.com (Even better than 2011? Hard to believe, but yes!). Filled with even more amazing contests, giveaways and first-hand fashion/tech news we promise to keep you in the know for 2012. As we embark on new projects, facilitate new opportunities and continue onward throughout this epic journey that will leave a long-lasting legacy – we invite you to come along with us and experience what next year has to offer.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU…See ya next year!
Motorola & Cee Lo White Droid RAZR Giveaway!
December 21st, 2011 by Christen
Cee Lo Green poses during RAZR Scavenger Hunt in Los Angeles
In case you didn’t make the “nice” list this year, you have another chance to get the hottest smartphone available this holiday season. Grammy Award Winning recording artist Cee Lo Green, and Motorola Mobility, Inc. are making the holidays white for Los Angeles residents through a city-wide scavenger hunt for the ultimate winter prize: the festive DROID RAZR™ by Motorola in white.
Even if you picked up a Galaxy Nexus, Rezound or DROID RAZR some time in the last few weeks, I’m sure you wouldn’t say “no” to a free phone, would you? Motorola kicked off a new contest that will reward six lucky Twitter followers with a shiny new white DROID RAZR this holiday season. In order to enter, all you need to do is follow @Motorola and tweet something to your friends while including the hashtag #WhiteRazrXmas. Winners will be chosen on 12/27 – you can enter as many times as you’d like.
DROID RAZR by Motorola in white is a special treat for anyone on your gift list. As the thinnest 4G LTE smartphone available, this smartphone packs strength and smarts into a stylish, impossibly-thin package. Built with KEVLAR® fiber and a Corning® Gorilla® Glass display, the DROID RAZR by Motorola in white delivers cutting-edge visuals and innovative, software. MotoCast™ is a free Motorola solution that lets you stream or download your music, pics and more from your home or work PC to your phone – virtually anytime, anywhere. With the Smart Actions app, DROID RAZR is smart enough to extend battery life so you don’t have to worry about being caught without a charge on the last few shopping days. Plus, it will be upgraded to Android™ 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, making it a gift that will truly keep on giving.
Diva Days Of Christmas: Third Day Giveaway
December 19th, 2011 by Christen
Our Diva Days of Christmas giveaways have been delivered by the AT&T phone fairy herself! Can you believe that Christmas is already here (this Sunday) – but don’t worry before Sunday gets here we have yet another chance for you to WIN! She knows who’s been naughty or nice and she’s giving our readers a THIRD chance to win… This week’s Diva Days Of Christmas giveaway is…
SAMSUNG FOCUS FLASH
HOW TO ENTER:
You get 1 extra entry for signing up for the DivasAndDorks newsletter (on DivasandDorks.com homepage.) You must comment that you’re signed up.
“I want to win the Diva Days Of Christmas SAMSUNG FOCUS FLASH from @DivasandDorks http://bit.ly/viplms #DivaDaysOfChristmas #attPhoneFairy “
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on twitter –www.twitter.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on YouTube –www.youtube.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for sharing this page on facebook (share button at the bottom of the post NOTE: you must be signed into facebook for it to work!)
You get 1 extra entry for suggesting and having 5 friends become fans of DivasandDorks on facebook (and have them leave a note saying you sent them)
You get 1 extra entry for becoming an AT&T FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/ATT (and leave a note saying thatwww.DivasandDorks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on twitter –www.twitter.com/ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on YouTube –www.youtube.com/share ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry when you join our mobile database by texting DIVASANDDORKS to 41-411.
Make sure you check back next Monday for the announcement of our THIRD giveaway winner! GOOD LUCK!
*Disclaimer: AT&T has provided the AT&T SAMSUNG FOCUS FLASH for use in the Diva Days Of Christmas Holiday Giveaway. Prize include smartphone unit only – phone & date service is the responsibility of the winner & standard AT&T service approval applies. Ends 12/23/11
::UPDATE:: The entries have been tabulated – check BELOW to find out if you’ve won!
CONGRATULATIONS TO…….. LAURA.
Diva Days Of Christmas: Second Giveaway
December 12th, 2011 by Christen
Our very first Diva Days of Christmas giveaway has been delivered by the AT&T phone fairy herself today – but don’t worry! She knows who’s been naughty or nice and she’s giving our readers a second chance to win … This week’s Diva Days Of Christmas giveaway is…
AT&T HD7S
I got the chance to test this phone out and it’s the real deal! (AT&T HTC HD7S Windows Review) Running on the 1GHz Snapdragon QSD8250 processor with 576MB RAM, 512MB ROM, and 16GB of storage, this HD7S Windows phone is a great addition during the holidays. The 4.3-inch Super LCD screen has a 480×800 pixel resolution and four-point multi-touch. You’ve also got the usual Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, assisted GPS, 5MP camera with dual LED flash, 1230 mAh battery, 3.5mm stereo headphone jack, and a microUSB 2.0 port. This smartphone completely meets all your mobile needs and fashionable tech standards. (Value $355.00)
Device Specs and Key Features:
- 4.3” Super LCD Capacitive WVGA Touchscreen
- Operating System: Windows Phone 7
- 5MP Camera with auto-focus, flash, and 720p HD video record
- Wi-Fi with access to AT&T’s Hotspots
- GPS Navigation
- Dimensions 68 x 122 x 11.2 millimeters
HOW TO ENTER:
You get 1 extra entry for signing up for the DivasAndDorks newsletter (on DivasandDorks.com homepage.) You must comment that you’re signed up.
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about your early entry (you can do this hourly).
“I want to win the Diva Days Of Christmas HD7S Windows Phone from @DivasandDorks http://bit.ly/u0pqTg #DivaDaysOfChristmas #attPhoneFairy “
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on twitter –www.twitter.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on YouTube –www.youtube.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for sharing this page on facebook (share button at the bottom of the post NOTE: you must be signed into facebook for it to work!)
You get 1 extra entry for suggesting and having 5 friends become fans of DivasandDorks on facebook (and have them leave a note saying you sent them)
You get 1 extra entry for becoming an AT&T FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/ATT (and leave a note saying thatwww.DivasandDorks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on twitter –www.twitter.com/ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on YouTube –www.youtube.com/share ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for writing about this giveaway on your blog (with a link back to http://www.DivasandDorks.com) you must also comment with the link to your post.
You get 1 extra entry when you join our mobile database by texting DIVASANDDORKS to 41-411.
That’s a total of 12 entries! For fabulous holiday prizes that you deserve this season!
Make sure you check back next Monday for the announcement of our SECOND giveaway winner! GOOD LUCK!
*Disclaimer: AT&T has provided the AT&T HD7S Windows Phone for use in the Diva Days Of Christmas Holiday Giveaway. Prize include smartphone unit only – phone & date service is the responsibility of the winner & standard AT&T service approval applies.
::UPDATE:: The entries have been tabulated – check back later today to find out if you’ve won!
CONGRATULATIONS TO…….. KATIE I.
Diva Days Of Christmas: First Day Giveaway
December 5th, 2011 by Christen
The season is here and we’re hooking you up this year! Divas deserve a fabulous holiday season and we’re here to bring the most fabulous holiday gifts to you! (We’ve been singing … “Four smart phones, Three fierce shoes, Two Techcessories…And A Partridge In A Pear Tree” all week long…HINT, HINT…) Our very first Diva Days of Christmas giveaway has been delivered by the AT&T phone fairy herself… This week’s giveaway is…
AT&T Impulse 4G
Running the Android 2.2 platform and sporting HD video recording, the AT&T Impulse 4G sports a full touch screen and 5-megapixel camera, Impulse 4G meets all your mobile needs and fashionable tech standards. (Value $379.99)
Device Specs and Key Features:
- 3.8” Capacitive WVGA Touchscreen
- Operating System: Android 2.2
- 5MP Camera with auto-focus, flash, and 720p HD video record
- Wi-Fi with access to AT&T’s Hotspots
- GPS Navigation
- Dimensions: 120mm x 65mm x 11.6mm
HOW TO ENTER:
You get 1 extra entry for signing up for the DivasAndDorks newsletter (on DivasandDorks.com homepage.) You must comment that you’re signed up.
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about your early entry (you can do this hourly).
“I entered to win Smartphones, Fashions & More from @DivasandDorks – You Can Too! http://bit.ly/sDH8Yr #DivaDaysOfChristmas #attPhoneFairy “
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on twitter –www.twitter.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on YouTube –www.youtube.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for sharing this page on facebook (share button at the bottom of the post NOTE: you must be signed into facebook for it to work!)
You get 1 extra entry for suggesting and having 5 friends become fans of DivasandDorks on facebook (and have them leave a note saying you sent them)
You get 1 extra entry for becoming an AT&T FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/ATT (and leave a note saying that www.DivasandDorks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on twitter –www.twitter.com/ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on YouTube –www.youtube.com/share ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for writing about this giveaway on your blog (with a link back to http://www.DivasandDorks.com) you must also comment with the link to your post.
You get 1 extra entry when you join our mobile database by texting DIVASANDDORKS to 41-411.
That’s a total of 12 entries! For fabulous holiday prizes that you deserve this season!
Make sure you check back next Monday for the announcement of our first giveaway winner! GOOD LUCK!
*Disclaimer: AT&T has provided the AT&T Impulse 4G for use in the Diva Days Of Christmas Holiday Giveaway. Prize include smartphone unit only – phone & date service is the responsibility of the winner & standard AT&T service approval applies.
::UPDATE:: The entries have been tabulated – check back later today to find out if you’ve won!
CONGRATULATIONS TO…………. KIA M.
Divas Days Of Christmas…Coming Monday!
December 2nd, 2011 by Christen
It’s December and holiday shopping is now in full swing, you’re so busy worrying about buying gifts for everyone else – but where’s your gifts? Divas deserve a fabulous holiday season and we’re here to bring the most fabulous holiday gifts to you! (We’ve been singing … “Four smart phones, Three fierce shoes, Two Techcessories…And A Partridge In A Pear Tree” all week long…HINT, HINT…)
Staring Monday, we’ll announce the fabulous gifts included in our giveaway – but you have to be entered to win. Can’t wait until Monday? What if I told you, that you could get an extra 12 entries before anyone else TODAY only?
Leave a comment below letting us know if you’d rather win a smartphone or a fab pair of shoes and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for signing up for the DivasAndDorks newsletter (on DivasandDorks.com homepage.) You must comment that you’re signed up.
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about your early entry (you can do this hourly).
“I want to win a 4 Smartphones, 3 Fierce Shoes, Two Techcessories, And A Partridge In A Pear Tree from @DivasandDorks #DivaDaysOfChristmas “
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on twitter –www.twitter.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @DivasandDorks on YouTube –www.youtube.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/DivasandDorks You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for sharing this page on facebook (share button at the bottom of the post NOTE: you must be signed into facebook for it to work!)
You get 1 extra entry for suggesting and having 5 friends become fans of DivasandDorks on facebook (and have them leave a note saying you sent them)
You get 1 extra entry for becoming their FAN on facebook –www.facebook.com/ATT (and leave a note saying thatwww.DivasandDorks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on twitter –www.twitter.com/ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @ATT on YouTube –www.youtube.com/share ATT You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for writing about this giveaway on your blog (with a link back to http://www.DivasandDorks.com) you must also comment with the link to your post.
You get 1 extra entry when you join our mobile database by texting DIVASANDDORKS to 41-411.
That’s a total of 12 entries! For fabulous holiday prizes that you deserve this season!
Make sure you check back next week for the announcement of our first giveaway winner! GOOD LUCK!
Michael Jackson: The Life Of An Icon (Giveaway)
November 18th, 2011 by ChristenWho remembers sliding across the carpet in socks, or trying to moonwalk in your church shoes across the kitchen floor? Calling all my true Michael Jackson fans! See Michael Jackson, one of the most recognizable and popular entertainers of all time, like never before in the feature-length tribute Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon.
If you know the lyrics to the entire MJ catalog – then this DVD is for you. Known to millions of fans worldwide for his record-breaking albums, groundbreaking music videos, mesmerizing dance moves and humanitarian efforts, his true story has never really been told…until now.
This unprecedented look into the King of Pop’s fascinating life includes all-new interviews with his mother Katherine Jackson as well as siblings Tito and Rebbie Jackson, family, friends and music legends such as Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick and many more.
Divas And Dorks has a Michael Jackson DVD prize pack for three lucky winners! Want To Win? It’s as easy as 1-2-3!
LIKE US:
1. “LIKE” DivasandDorks on Facebook and Follow @DivasandDorks on Twitter
SHARE US:
2. “Share” this contest on Facebook as well as “Tweet” “I just entered Divas and Dorks’ Michael Jackson Life Of An Icon giveaway - http://bit.ly/s6Dt6W Thanks @DivasandDorks!”
TELL US:
3. Comment below, letting us know that you’ve completed all three steps (include links) and your favorite Michael Jackson song…and VIOLA – you’re all set!
Winner will be announced online Friday, December 2nd at 1pm ET. GOOD LUCK!
Prizing courtesy of Universal Studios Home Entertainment
