Monday, September 20, 2010

GIVEAWAY: Coast Apparel: Where taking it easy is serious business!


I am SO excited to be featuring Coast Apparel for today's post. I am one lucky girl because Coast sent me a big package of things that boys and girls should BOTH own (and how cute is that box?!)! Not only am I in love with every single thing they sent me, but I am also in love with their motto: "Where taking it easy is serious business". For a little background about the brand, click here. Their website says,
"Our clothing lines are designed to take you back to the coast: in your heart, in your mind and on your back. They are comfortable and elegant in their cut, style and feel. It is our desire that when you put on a piece of COAST apparel, it will ignite some of your fondest memories and place you in a coastal state of mind no matter where you are."
There is no doubt about it that the cut of their clothing is perfect. They are my new  go-to company for polos, that's for sure. They sent me two of their Winyah polos (this was their first product!) and I can't say enough positive things about these shirts.
The cut of the polo is longer than other polos I have tried, but this is definitely a good thing. The sleeves are the perfect length and are definitely flattering. I find that a lot of other women's polos have longer sleeves and while I don't mind that, these sleeves are definitely a better option. I have several pictures with both polos. First I did a casual, "trendier" look pairing the polo with denim shorts. I really love this look and wore it to a sorority meeting. While at the meeting, a lot of people asked me what the crab logo was because they thought it was so cute.
Then, I paired the pink polo (cosmo pink) with a Lilly skirt and wore this outfit to class.The pink was a perfect match to that in the skirt. I find that my Ralph Lauren polos err on the shorter side and so when I try to tuck them into my bottoms, they easily become un-tucked. With the Winyah polo, there is plenty of length and stretch so it is great for tucking into bottoms.
For sizing I usually wear a small in most tops, but sometimes order a size up if I want a looser, more casual fit. For these polos, I got a small and they fit perfectly. I would say that they are true to size.
Next, they sent me the fleece vest in navy. I am in LOVE with this vest. This is so perfect for fall and winter weather. I got a medium in the vest and it definitely fits. I've got plenty of room for a heavy sweater to put underneath but when wearing a tighter shirt, the vest doesn't look to large at all. This is another true to size garment, but I would order up if you want to fit a chunky sweater underneath.
I haven't worn this out yet, because it is still too warm here, however, I'm sure in the next few weeks I will be reaching for this. I paired with a navy blue and white striped turtleneck and am loving this look. In the winter you could add a jacket over the vest for more warmth, but for fall, you could wear it as is and be warm! It has a zip pocket on the left chest and says Coast in small blue writing. I am loving the fact that they don't over-do with their logo. It's the perfect size. My favorite part is that their crab logo is stitched on the back of the collar! The quality is just right. The fleece is soft and there is plenty of pockets.The best part of this fleece vest is the price. It is $89.50 which is great because if you compare it to an outdoor company such as Patagonia or North Face, their fleece products are almost double the price of the Coast vest. 
With the vest, I would wear the Coast Cap. Mine is pink! I am a big hat wearer while at school because sometimes when I don't have enough time to style my hair, I just put a hat on. Or I especially love it when I go to the gym and don't have time to shower before grabbing dinner, I just put a hat on and it makes me look a  little more put together. 
I love when guys wear white hats and at $20, this would make a great gift for a guy. 
Last but not least they sent me a koozie! I might as well tell you all that I have a slight hoarding issue with koozies.. not really but I collect them, and I am so glad to have added this one to my collection!
So, now it is your chance to put a Winyah polo in your closet! All you have to do is:
-Head over to Coast's website (http://www.coastapparel.com/) and leave a comment with your favorite item! Also, be a follower of Summer Wind! (1 entry, mandatory)

For extra entries:
-Blog about this giveaway and add the link in the comment (3 entires)
-Add this giveaway to your sidebar (2 entires)
-Tweet about this giveaway (1 entry)

For all of you beautiful readers, Coast Apparel is offering 25% off your total purchase from www.coastapparel.com when you enter the promo code: summerwind 

Please leave a separate comment for each entry! Good luck to you all and have a fabulous day!
Yours,
sCe

58 comments:

Lauren said...

I loved the black version of the "Winyah" polo, but did you see the croakies?? They are too cute.

Shrimp and Glitz said...

ooh I saw these at M Dumas here in Charleston! Love the little crab logo! I would get the Winyah polo! That purple color is really cute!

Spencer's Take Singapore said...

I am a follower and I LOVE all the items, but I would love to have a fleece vest! Thanks!
Best, Kelly
KellyKennedySpencer@gmail.com

Henry said...

I like the Pawley's Twill Shorts! And I have to buy my husband one of the polos. Love them!
quitecontrary1977@hotmail.com

Miss Southern Prep said...

I love the Winyah polo in Cosmo pink! I love all things pink, so this would be a great addition to my wardrobe!

Miss Southern Prep said...

I'm adding this to my sidebar!

Let The Tide Pull Your Dreams Ashore said...

My favorite item is the jade womens polo. I actually saw them on FB and was thinking of doing a post at some point bc I am from MD and LOVE the crab logo!

You look great in the vest...beautiful picture! What a wonderful giveaway!!! xx

how i met your father blog said...

i am a summer wind follower!

how i met your father blog said...

love the vest in creme and navy!

how i met your father blog said...

i tweeted (@himyf)

how i met your father blog said...

i've added you to my blog sidebar!

Preppy Girl Meets World said...

I'm loving everything that they sent you. It looks so cute and comfortable. I, too, adore a good coozie. My favorite item is the Winyah polo in Jade Cream. Also, OMG, how adorable is that box?! I am a follower.

Anonymous said...

I love the fleece vest (in buoy red). Great classic styling! Thanks for letting us know about this great company!

Cheryl said...

I follow you.

Cheryl said...

The fleece pullover is my favorite...perfect for fall!

Cheryl said...

I blogged about your giveaway here- http://iaskedforscrambled.blogspot.com/p/current-giveaways.html

Jeannie said...

What a great giveaway! I love the fleece vest and the croakies, too cute!! I will blog about this, put it on my sidebar, and tweet it! Check out my latest post about Halloween, I linked you for props on the Ballerina idea!!

Preppy Pink Crocodile said...

I love the weathered sail pullover fleece! Great products! Oh and I of course follow you.

L.A.S. said...

What a great giveaway! I love the blue fleece vest. Perfect for fall and winter!

living well said...

Everything looks so cute! I love hearing about brands that are new to me! My favorite item is the pink polo!

living well said...

I'm a follower! :)

Leslie said...

looove the Winyah polo in Jade Cream. Looks like it would be perfect with jean shorts and an end-of-summer tan. Awesome that the polos are longer than normal.

I'm a follower and I tweeted (@lessleegee)

Angela said...

I live in polos. : )

Sweet Southern Girl said...

I love the Winyah polo in Cosmo pink! Thanks for hosting, I love Coast!

Carole said...

I love the polos, particularly Carolina blue and Jade Cream.

I've followed your blog for a while.

Carole said...

I tweeted this giveaway: http://twitter.com/cspod/statuses/25099413782

#unmatched said...

love the crab logo! I would love hat and the winyah polo in pawleys orange!

mFw said...

I love the navy fleece!!!

mFw said...

I blogged about this!

mFw said...

Blogged about this #2

mFw said...

Blogged about this #3!

mFw said...

I tweeted this (Mariam F) and here's the link from the blog post!

http://prissyandpreppyflamingo.blogspot.com/2010/09/lots-of-giveaways.html

Charlotte said...

Love these!! I have yet to add any to my wardrobe, but I do love the polos on the men!!! Every special occasion, I add one to the Hubs' closet and he loves that they have a little Lycra to them!!! Makes everyone feel a little better! And I love how soft they are compared with Lacoste.
My favorite is the Lime Punch for the men!!!!

Charlotte said...

i posted about this!!!

www.hamiltonhousehold.blogspot.com

Pennsylvania Prep said...

I am a follower and my favorite item is the fleece vest! Too cute!

Suburban prep said...

I love the Navy Fleece vest.
I am a follower

Anonymous said...

Obsessed with the Navy Vest. Need it for fall! It is absolutely perfect!

Anonymous said...

i'm also a follower!

Anonymous said...

i blogged about this giveaway!

Anonymous said...

blog #2

Anonymous said...

blogged about this #3

Anonymous said...

i also tweeted! klbuehle@indiana.edu

how i met your father blog said...

i blogged about this giveaway!

Pennsylvania Prep said...

I blogged about this great giveaway! http://alwayswearpearls.blogspot.com/2010/09/giveaway_22.html

Glitterista said...

Love the fleece pullover! Thanks for sharing such a great site and the giveaway. :)

Glitterista said...

I posted a link to the giveaway as well http://glitterista.blogspot.com/2010/09/happy-wednesday.html

Glitterista said...

Just found you on twitter and tweeted about it! Thanks again. :)

Sally said...

I am a follower. Love the cosmo pink polo (and many others!)

Caroline said...

I love, love, LOVE the polos, and the baseball hat! So cute...... :)

Annie said...

Super cute! I'm having a tough time choosing - love the polos with the crab the best though!

My brother lives in Pawleys!

Thanks for the fun giveaway!

Anonymous said...

I would love to enter. I think the polos are my favorite because I find retailers lately are cutting clothing short and wide so having a longer cut is a really welcome change.

Thanks for hosting.

Anonymous said...

I posted an entry about it here too http://prepfection.wordpress.com/2010/09/24/coast-apparel-giveaway/

Anonymous said...

I don't know if this requires a separate post but I am a loyal follower too ;)

Michele P. said...

blog follower via GFC-I like the Carolina Blue "Winyah" Polo for my grandson, it would definitely bring out his baby blue eyes!

micaela6955 at msn dot com

Michele P. said...

tweet http://twitter.com/micaela6955/status/25454976182

micaela6955 at msn dot com

Carolina Belle said...

I love the cosmo pink that you're wearing but I didn't see it on the site in the womens section. Jade Cream looks like a great color for pairing with a pair of yellow shorts I already own.

Your blog is beautiful by the way.

Shelby said...

I love the women's polos! I would love to get the Pawley's orange... I am SO not ready for fall to be here though!

Shelby said...

I just realized your giveaway had ended, I guess I had it up on my desktop for awhile before entering :P

 

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