Villager Sale

Villagers were marked down from $99,999.99 for a brief time last week, haha.  

Thanks to the reader who saw this and sent it in! 

New Vera Bradley Store - Chandler Arizona!

A new Vera Bradley store just opened up in Chandler, Arizona!  Thank you to for sharing photos of the store.  It looks like a beautiful store, I really love the blue wallpaper! 

Enjoy your new store Arizona!

Restyled Mini Hipster for Fall 2012

A big thank you to the OhMyVera reader who sent in these photos of the restyled Mini Hipster!  I know some of you will be really happy since you were disappointed that it was retiring.  
Some of the updates are the strap is wider and adjustable.  The shape is more square than the last one.  The closure is a snap instead of Velco.  Not sure about what else might be different, guess we will have to wait to see one in person or until the description gets posted by Vera Bradley.
I would assume that it will be released with the other Fall 2012 bags on July 10th. (Remember, dorm items will be released June 28th)

Update: More photos!! 

And the description from April: New version is great -- has adjustable strap AND a flap on the front. At the top of the front flap is a zipper, which turns the flap part into a mini 'pouch'. Then, when you lift the flap, you see the clear plastic compartment that showcases your I.D., and a second pouch that holds many credit cards and your money -- in there is yet ANOTHER zipper which could hold coins, small items, etc. - Thanks April!!!

Bermuda Blue - Ready to Hit the Road

My coworker had a Bermuda Blue Duffel packed up and ready to go to Florida for Memorial Day weekend.  Heading out of town?  What Vera are you using? 

Vera Bradley Summer Sale Starts Today!

So much on sale!
Colors added: Viva la Vera, Watercolor, Deco Daisy, Plum Petals & Safari Sunset. 
Styles: Villager, Mini Hanging Organizer, Side by Side, Under Cover Laptop Skin, Clutch Wallet, Metropolitan, Attache, Coin and Key, Passport Cover. Mini Hipster, Perfect Match pen and pencil set.  
If I missed anything add a comment and I will add it to the list! 

Image from verabradley.com

Accordion Wallet

I finally did it, I finally switched to my Accordion Walletand it was about time, my Turn Lock Wallet was getting pretty old and worn out.  
I was also carrying stuff that I didnt need, like two library cards from California and an expired zoo pass.  

Everything seems to fit nicely, we shall see how it goes! 

Vera Bradley Fall 2012 - Coming June 28th!

Thanks to the OhMyVera readers who sent in photos they took of the ads Vera Bradley is running in Seventeen and Real Simple!  

It confirms that Fall 2012 will be out June 28th.   But I believe that this might just be the dorm room items and that the new bags will be out early in July, like July 10th. 

Dream in color...beginning June 28!!!

Click here for the Dorm Room Preview post. 

Vera Sighting

Thanks to OhMyVera reader Lauren for sending in this Vera Sighting from her nephews indoor soccer game.  This woman has two Veras!  Looks like one of the lunch bags in Hope Garden and a Mini Hipster in Suzani.  

Thanks Lauren! 

If you would like to share one of your Vera Sightings, email it to ohmyvera@gmail.com! 

Happy Snails Bookbag at Baseball Game

Over the weekend I went to the Nationals game here in DC.  I took my bookbag because I rode my bike to the ballpark and had stuff I needed to carry.  It worked out great.  I put my water bootle in one side pocket, an apple in the other and my phone and camera went in the front pocket so I could easily get to them.  I had a great time at the game and the Nats won!! 

My friend Katie got me this fun pin and I had to add it to my bookbag for the game! 

Vera Sighting

Vera Sighting at the Nationals baseball game! Purple Punch hipster

Vera Bradley Sale

Vera Bradley has a great sale going on.  
Saturday 25% off sale items. Sunday 20% of sale items.Monday 15% off sale items. 
Discounts will appear in your shopping cart.  Shop early to save more! 
UPDATE: Just noticed that you can get Vera Bradley Bookbag in the current Summer colors for $58.50! They are normally $98, but they are running sale on them for $20 off. And the 25% off and they come to just $58.50, what a deal!
Plus 13% cash back at Ebates. 
AND use HAVEFUN to save $15 off a $75 purchase! 

Vera Sighting - Bike New York

My old roommate participated in Bike New York about two weeks ago and she had this Vera Sighting.  At first I thought that she was sending me a photo of that guy, but then realized there was a Vera right there in the corner!  Haha! 

Vera Sighting - The Little Couple

Thanks to the OhMyVera reader who sent in this photo from The Little Couple!  Many of you said that you had seen Jen's computer cover and apron, so here is a pic of the laptop cover. 

Makes me think that I should start watching this show again! 

Vera Bradley Mother's Day Flower Displays

I hope all of the mothers out there had an amazing Mother's Day! 

My friend sent me these photos of the amazing flower display that the Vera Bradley at Tysons Corner Center had leading up to Mother's Day!  So gorgeous!  Apparently all of the Vera Bradley stores had them as part of their partnership with Teleflora.

These particular flowers were done by Karin's Florist. <-- that link will take you to their Facebook photo album of the photos that they took of the display.  

13% Cash Back From Ebates!

Ebates is celebrating their 13th birthday, with 13% cash back at a bunch of online stores and Vera Bradley is one of them!  I dont know how long it will last, but at least through the end of today! 

If you havent used Ebates yet, it is really easy.  You just sign up and create an account.  Then every time you shop online, just start at Ebates and select the store you want to shop at.  Ebates will show you if there are any coupons or specials and then give you a link to their page.  Once you click on it, Ebates will automatically create a tracking ticket and take you to the online store you wanted.  Then you just shop like you normally would and in a couple of days you will get a confirmation from Ebates about your cash back.  They pay out your cash back once a quarter.  It really pays to shop online! 

Card from Papyrus - I'm More Interesting on my Blog

Saw this card at Papyrus over the weekend and I thought that it was pretty funny!

Attention Women in the Dallas Area! Get Paid for Your Opinion!

Focus Pointe Global, a national marketing research company, is looking for Dallas-area fashionistas ages 18-65 to participate in an upcoming paid focus group on Hand Bags taking place on May 15th. Earn $125 for sharing your opinions on shopping and accessories! Take this quick pre-screener to see if you’re eligible http://bit.ly/46405CA, or call 1-800-220-3730 with reference number 46405CA. Please contact mahlborn@focuspointeglobal.com with any questions.

Moving Day!!

Over the weekend I moved...but just here locally.  I used a lot of my Vera Bradley bags to move...here is a picture of the pile in my new place.  Very colorful!!!

From a Reader Friday - A Colorful Day - What Vera Bradley Gives Away!

Thank you to OhMyVera reader Christy for sending in a photo of what her and two girlfriends were given at A Colorful Day in Las Vegas a couple of weeks ago!  Lots of great giveaways! 

Looks like a lot of fun stuff!  I definitely need to make it to one of these someday!