Brand New Deals And Cashback Just For You!

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We’ve been on a secret mission for our Shopcaders…and now it’s time to tell you all about it! We have been listening to what you’ve been saying and have worked hard to meet your needs. All at Shopcade HQ have put their hard work into a special feature just for you and hope you’ll be pleased with the outcome!

“So what is it?!” we hear you say! One word: DEALS.

Exclusive Deals

  1. On a Shopcade product you will see a banner, which says ‘Deal’ on it – queue excitement – this means you can unlock an EXCLUSIVE deal on that item! Click on the banner or the share button to get it.
  2. You can then choose three of your most deserving Facebook friends to share the deal with (Oh, go on then, you can share it with more than three friends if you like!)
  3. Once you’ve done this, you will be shown the deal you have unlocked. Just click on the ‘Shop Now’ button to buy the product and use the deal! This will take you straight to the retailer’s website to Shop, Shop, Shop!
  4. For some exclusive deals, you may gain access to a special code (top secret of course!) which you can use on the retailer’s website at checkout. This discount will then be applied to your purchase and all you have to do is pay the reduced price! Like!

Other Deals

Yes, we have more!

  1. For other deals, click on the ‘Shop’ button to access a deal you Want.
  2. This will open the retailer’s website in a new tab and will also reveal the discount code in the product description window in Shopcade. (image?)
  3. Select the product in the retailer’s website and go to checkout.
  4. Once you’re here, you can enter the discount code to receive your deal before proceeding to make payment (you can of course get click happy before this and add other items before paying!)

Easy!

And finally…Cashback – exclusively for you!


And if all of that isn’t enough…for one week only we’re offering $10/£10 cashback on ALL products in the Shopcader’s 2013 Most Wanted List. This is a list of the products our users have Wanted most this year. Why? Just because we’re generous like that, and because we’re celebrating all things Deals in light of our latest new Deals features. Join the fun…happy shopping!

Celebrate Technology With Shopcade At South By South West!

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Come and see Shopcade in Austin at South By South West (SXSW)! From the 8th to the 12th March, we have street teams showcasing Shopcade and distributing personal, handpicked freebies!! These are all the activities during the week…

If you’re in Austin:

  • Join us for our Roof Party at Fogo de Chao, Austin, everyday to party it up with Shopcade during Happy Hour (5-9pm)
  • Come for a ride on the PARTY BUS! Yes, you can join us for a good ol’ boogie on our sponsored CanWeNetwork double-decker bus with an open roof! We’ll have music, cocktails and lots of fun – tweet us @Shopcade to join us for our special Happy Hour on March 11 and 12th
  • If that’s not enough, our RideScout vans will also be offering FREE RIDES around Austin during all of SXSW! Once inside you could win even more fabulous goodies (and you can also charge your phone whilst catching a ride!)

On Shopcade (if you’re not in Austin…):

For SXSW especially, we will host 2 shows with our partner YouNow and our Special Guest Lew from Unbox Therapy (stay tuned for dates and more details on giveaways!)

To make it a bigger celebration for all Shopcaders, you could also be in with a chance of winning an iPad Mini with our fantastic Superdraw Mission! Play now here!

And, as requested by YOU, our mobile Shopcaders, we are pleased to announce that the first version of our iPhone app will be available for download very soon! Yippee!
 
At SXSW you can also expect the following:

  • Prizes (lots of prizes) – the Shopcade teams are going to be handing out some of the coolest and quirkiest snacks and surprises at SXSW – both for the day crowd, and the party crowd at night

Don’t miss any of this by following us on @Shopcade

See you in Austin or on Shopcade!

Mum’s The Word – Mother’s Day Q&A

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It’s March! This only means one thing: Mother’s Day.

Lost for what to buy for your fantastically, already-has-everything-she-needs mum? Rattled your brains for hours on end and realized that you’ve bought her everything under the sun already? Don’t worry, Shopcade is here to help!

We’ve interviewed two of our very own Mummy Bloggers to find out what they think of Mother’s Day, hopefully it’ll give you that much-needed boost of inspiration:


Mummy Muse No.1: Jo Gifford from Dexterous Diva

Mother's Day Picks - Dexterous DivaWhat ‘Mum’ are you?
Career mum, but a Freelance Mum so I work around the kids and have different weeks – it’s probably best to describe me as a Varied Mum! Loving, Messy, Excitable Mum probably does it most justice!

Describe yourself in three words…
Creative, busy, geek

What are you hoping for this Mother’s Day?
The best thing in the whole world for me is just a cuddle with my Mini Divas. So, I long for a sofa snuggle with a film, some popcorn and oh, maybe some L’Occitane Body Lotion if I have been a good girl!

What ‘golden rule’ have you learned from your own Mum?
I think to embrace culture and learning as children is a huge thing Mum taught me. We loved reading from an early age as my girls do too, and just being able to soak up everything around you is something I learned as being really important as a child.  I have also learned some of mum’s best phrases for telling off children and I hear it in my own voice sometimes, scarily!

What do you love most about being a Mother?
Just enjoying play with my girls and being part of their world. Oh, and baking cakes is a bit good too.

Check out Jo Gifford’s full Mother’s Day List here.

 

Mummy Muse No.2: Helena Wilson-Beevers from Mummy Mode, Style Nest

Mother's Day Picks Style NestWhat ‘Mum’ are you?
Fashion Fanatic Mum

Describe yourself in three words…
Never without mascara.

What are you hoping for this Mother’s Day?
This Mother’s Day I would like anything at all from my Mother’s Day Hints Shopcade list, and in particular this fabulous Mulberry Tamara Scarf – perfect for jazzing up the school run!

What ‘golden rule’ have you learned from your own Mum?
To always “be kind to yourself”, as being a Mum is the toughest and most challenging job there is.

What do you love most about being a Mother?
I love watching my children grow and develop their own, very different, personalities. Whether we are baking, reading, dancing or laughing, I learn something from them both every single day.

Check out Helena Wilson-Beevers’ full Mother’s Day List here.

Still stuck on what to buy Mum? Why not Invite your Mum to Shopcade here to create her ‘Most Wanted List’ to share with you? (Better than droopy daffodils from the petrol station!)

You can also find Shopcade’s own Mother’s Day gift ideas here.

 

Inspired by London Fashion Week

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London Fashion Week A/W 2013 (LFW) is hitting the catwalks tomorrow and as top models strut the latest trends from some of the biggest fashion houses, we thought now is the time to hear from our very own Shopcade fashion experts.

Shopcade decided to ask three of our very own fashionistas what particular brands they’re loving for London Fashion Week and to give us some style tips of their own…

 

Fashionista No.1: Hannah Phillips from BANGS

I chose Harrods because… 
Harrods is classically lavish and reflects on the British style.

The trends you’ll see me in this Spring/Summer are…
I love the black and white monochrome that’s storming the catwalk for Spring/Summer 2013, whether it be vertical or horizontal stripes or block colors – it’s going to be huge this season!

The product I love most on Shopcade for LFW this February is…
It’s quite hard to choose just one product from Shopcade, but this Skull Padlock Yellow Clutch Bag by Alexander McQueen is to die for and works really well with this Asymmetric Leather Jacket!

See my full Harrods Wishlist here.

 

Fashionista No.2: Nathalie Bishop from NO NO COCO

I am loving Miss Selfridge because…
Miss Selfridgeis really good at interpreting catwalk trends. The vintage style collections are always really nice too so I chose the brand as it is always one of my go-to shops for interpreting trends on a reasonable budget.

The trends you’ll see me in this Spring/Summer are…
London Fashion Week kicks off on Friday 15th and I am so excited for it all. Every season it’s always really fun to see what big trends are going to emerge. This summer I am going to be wearing a lot of monochrome a la Louis Vuitton either that or a whole lot of blue and pink.

The product I love most on Shopcade for LFW this February is…
I’ve got a few favorites on Shopcade at the moment and have added them all to my feed. My absolute favorite is Acne‘s Intarsia Knit Dillard Jumper, I would wear it everyday!

See my full Miss Selfridge Wishlist Here.

 

Fashionista No.3: Natasha Footman from GIRL IN THE LENS

I chose Reiss because…
Reiss is a fantastic shop for getting staple pieces to hit all the key trends. Monochrome is all the rage this season, and Reiss have some fantastic basics that will be great for building black and white outfits, but I’m also loving the other trends, such as metal accessories, florals, oriental patterns, geometry and mannish silhouettes. Plus, the great thing about this season’s trends is that they can all be mixed and matched.

The trends you’ll see me in this Spring/Summer are…
LFW has yet to kick off this season, but from last season’s runways it was all about sheer whites for me. So elegant and chic, but with a real modern feel. As seen on Dion Lee and Christopher Kane.

The product I love most on Shopcade for LFW this February is…
As it’s looking to stay cold, a simple white jumper like this one from Reiss is a must. It’s pieces like this that you can build multiple outfits around. I’d layer this jumper over a black maxi and team with a small cross-body bag for a chic fashion week look, and the next day pair it with ripped boyfriend jeans, pointed-toe heels and a clutch. Plus, it’s a fantastic piece for everyday wear too with skinny jeans and boots!

See my full Reiss Wishlist here.


For More LFW Trends And Inspiration Click Here

New Features on Shopcade!

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Hello again Shopcaders!

We are officially announcing our new login capabilities on Shopcade! Since the beginning of (Shopcade) time, users needed to use a Facebook account to join our community. 

This is no longer the case. We have expended our options, which will now allow you to join Shopcade with Facebook account, Twitter account, or simply with your personal e-mail! We recognize that giving users the option to diversify their login choices was essential to helping us grow – and essential for making Shopcade work better for you!

Your feedback and suggestions made these updates possible. If you have not already joined our new feedback community on Get Satisfaction, do it now! It’s your chance to have your voice heard, and to share your thoughts and ideas on how to make Shopcade a better place for all. You can find this community here – support.shopcade.com!

Happy Shopping! 

-Evan H.

Shopping with a Valentine’s Day twist!

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Greetings Shopcaders!

Traditionally, part of Valentine’s Day is about sharing a special gift with a special person. Shouldn’t that mean that you can gift yourself a little something special? If V-day happens to make you frown, shopping is certain to bring back that smile! Check out the following picks for bringing some warmth back to this special day:

Tinley Road Metallic Lace Mini Skirt

You can check our list for more V-day ‘self’ gift ideas here: http://bit.ly/XbdnJL

Happy Shopping! 

At Shopcade…We’re Looking Good

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Good things come to those who wait  we’re so excited and pleased to announce that we have launched a new personalized Shopcade experience for you, our amazing Shopcaders!

We know that when you want it….you really want it, to add a product to your Shopcade simply click ‘Want’ on the product –this will add items to your feed and lists just like how you would have ‘added’ products previously to your feed.

We also have a new way to personalize what you see, by following your friends and our trendsetters who are experts in selecting products we know you will LOVE!

After you’ve finished checking all of these cool elements out, you can always explore the rest of Shopcade by using the Brands/Category tabs if you wish to increase your feed.

Shopcade is now even better than before, a place which you can make your own.

We saw. We listened. We delivered your ultimate Shopping app!

Enjoy!

Like our new look, think we could improve even more? We would love to hear your thoughts, feel free to contact us at our Community Page

Shopcade + Carolyn Malachi

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“Fashion is more than what we wear. It is who we are and where we come from – the ultimate statement.” — Carolyn Malachi

Hello Shopcaders! We fell in love with Carolyn Malachi’s single “Free Your Mind” so much that we featured it on our NYFW Shopcade playlist!  We had no idea how much she’s digging Shopcade. This video shows her love for shopping, fashion, and technology: http://youtu.be/Y41ydLQd8t4?t=4s

She told us that everything she is wearing in this video is available on Shopcade! If you want to recreate her look, check out her recommendations and follow her on Shopcade: https://www.shopcade.com/carolynmalachi

   Dorothy Perkins Black Asymmetric Neck Dress ($57)

Wallis Statement Sparkle Chandelier Earrings (£7.00) 
Urban Outfitters Secret Skulls Chain Bracelet ($24)
GUESS Reversible Metallic Skinny Belt ($42)
Sam Edlemen – Danielle – Black Snake ($90)

About: 
Carolyn Malachi has a unique approach to music – combining Jazz, Hip-Hop, Spoken Word, and lots of imagination. Dubbed “sweet songstress” by BET, the independent Grammy nominated artist and great-grand daughter of pianist John Malachi counts Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def), Radiohead, and Sarah Vaughan among her greatest influences. Her 2010 release, the “Lions, Fires & Squares” EP, earned a 2011 Best Urban / Alternative Performance GRAMMY Award nomination for the single, “Orion.”

Her childhood nickname “Sunshine” embodies her artistic philosophy: “My aunt often says, ‘Sunshine, remember your power’” – the power of the mind to give life to infinite possibilities.

Microsoft featured her motivational video “Beautiful Dreamer” on Windows Media Guide. Carolyn also uses her music to empower others. Her music video “Free Your Mind”, supports The School Fund’s global education efforts for connecting students in developing nations with financial resources around the globe. She has joined forces with Fiat to encourage safe driving, and BET included Carolyn Malachi at its 2012 Leading Women Defined Summit. You can support The School Fund’s education effort by watching the “Free Your Mind” video here: http://youtu.be/zWjZefKHZFU
 
The Huffington Post says of Carolyn Malachi’s ‘Onward and Upward’ approach to music, “She’s not waiting for some moment in the future.”
www.CarolynMalachi.com
@Carolyn_Malachi

Shopcade’s ‘Get Satisfaction’ Community!

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Greetings Shopcaders!

We are back with more exciting news for you! Today marks the launch of our new user support community on Get Satisfaction. We wanted to give you unlimited access to quality support resources and Get Satisfaction is a place where you can ask Shopcade questions, share your ideas, report new problems, or tell us how much you love us! You will not only have your questions answered, but you’ll be able to help answer the questions from others as well – we allow you to be the expert! 

No subject will be taboo and this is your chance to help make Shopcade the best that it can be. Becoming a member of the support community ensures that you have a say in Shopcade reaching it’s full potential – something that we all want! You can access the community by visiting support.shopcade.com. You can also click the ‘Support’ button found in the margin on the right side of www.shopcade.com. 

We want this to be a place where communication is open and helpful to all. Please don’t be afraid to contribute – you add value when you join the conversation! 

Shopcade Presents: Sounds of Fashion Week 2013

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Greetings Shopcaders!

We sat down with with international Hip-Hop group Heart Streets to learn more about their music, style and to chat about all things fashion! 

Shopcade: Hey ladies, thank you for joining us today! Can you introduce yourself to our readers and tell us a little bit about yourself?
Heart Streets: We’re called Heart Streets  from Montreal, it’s a hip-hop band consisting of both of us (Emma & Gab) and we sing and rap. There’s an old school feel to the music but it’s definitely modern. 

Shopcade: You guys are known for your fashion and style. How you would describe your own personal style? 

HS: We both dress differently, but have the casual elegant look in common, even when we dress more street. We don’t really represent ourselves in a specific trend or in brands in particular. We like to try different things together, work different colors and patterns. 

Shopcade: How does your music and your city influence your style?

HS: Montreal is known to be the Real City, meaning people aren’t over the top or obnoxious, we keep it pretty cool and low-key. Our music, because it is is hip-hop, brings in that hood feel to the mix, the street vibe. 
Shopcade: We posted your music video “Nonchalant” on our blog, which we love! Can you tell us the idea behind the video and how you came up with the overall look and feel? 
 
HS: Nonchalant is a happy song with some really good vibes in it. When the single got out in the summer, people were enthusiastic about it and the video clip just came along. Laurence Davidson who directed it did a very good job for her first video! We wanted the song to be represented by all our friends and even family. We didn’t want the videoclip to be just about Heart Streets. The overall look is all dedicated to Laurence Davidson who came up with the idea of a ‘lip-dub’ kind of look. We’re all proud of the final result!

Shopcade: ”Nonchalant” is also part of our “Sounds of Fashion Week” album, thank you for that! How did the song come together? 

HS: Very naturally, nonchalantness was the mood we had all summer having fun with our friends and making our music. Nothing else really mattered and we wanted to celebrate that. 

Shopcade: There are some fun and cool looks in the video, how can our readers find similar looks using Shopcade? 

HS: We looked for our own outfits in Nonchalant’s videoclip and here’s what we found similar -

One of Gabrielle’s outfit from their music video “Nonchalant”:

Cape Town Skinny Jeans
http://bit.ly/YJn4EU


Calvin Klein – Maylee 
http://bit.ly/XNVaAV 

Relaxed Fit Shirt
http://bit.ly/11pKdND 

One of Emma’s outfit from their music video “Nonchalant”:

Gold Shorts
http://bit.ly/XtZuXY
Classic White Low Top Converse
http://bit.ly/Xd7drx
 Custom T-Shirt. I wrote the word “BAD” on mine
http://bit.ly/XYSPnt  

Jeremy Scott Heart Glasses
http://bit.ly/14E74ET

Shopcade: Is there an outfit you’ve seen on Shopcade that you would rock on stage or in your next video?

GABRIELLE:

I really like this casual outfit
http://bit.ly/11dJik0

I really like those shoes
http://bit.ly/XYT2Hs 

and I think this Cardi is very nice
http://bit.ly/VBr32e 

Emma:

A bomb pair of sneaker wedge:
http://bit.ly/WUTQ2N

I love Arizona and this print is perfect and the cut is cool and sexy:

A sexy and elegant 90′s feel skirt:
http://bit.ly/VBrbic

Shopcade: We hope Shopcade helps our users define their own style and discover new ones. Any tips for how readers can discover their own unique style? 

HS: If you are true to your personality and trust your intuitions, Shopcade offers a lot of diversity for clothes and accessories. Being different is way cooler (for Heart Streets!) than following everybody else. If you like something you should wear it proudly because it represents who you are and with that confidence comes coolness ;)

Shopcade: Who are some of your favorite designers and brands on the site?

HS: JCREW, ASOS, Jeremy Scott, Wildfox to name a few

Shopcade: Anything you would like to add?

HS: We think Shopcade is a really cool place to shop because of the options given and we both enjoyed doing this interview. 

Shopcade: What’s next for you guys? Where can our readers learn more about you?

We have a song off our new EP coming out on Valentine’s Day (February 14) and then the EP release is the 18 of February! We’re also currently shooting a new music video for our song “What Did I Do”. 

To get our new EP–and to see what trends we like and images that inspire us, be sure to follow and connect with us online:  

        • Twitter- @Heart_Streets

You can also check us out at www.heartstreets.com.

Shopcade: Thanks ladies! You guys are great! To get Heart Streets’ hit song “Nonchalant”, download our “Sounds of Fashion Week” album HERE!

You can also check out their music video for “Nonchalant” below!

Heart Streets – Nonchalant