Thursday, May 21, 2015

Out & About With Pixie Mood (With A Vegan Handbag Giveaway - CLOSED)





There are so many great things about spring and summer, not the least of which is a renewed desire to get out and about exploring. We can finally head out to enjoy our favourite destinations, whether city or country, without worrying about freezing our butts off. I'm looking forward to exploring art galleries, museums, parks, restaurants, outdoor concerts, city streets and festivals. Of course, when heading out to any of these fun spots for several hours, you want to be prepared. A good handbag is a necessity.

When I spotted Pixie Mood's new Arianna Backpack, I knew it would be the perfect thing for all my spring/summer outings. While I'm beyond the diaper bag phase, I still tend to carry lots of stuff. Snacks, hand wipes, cosmetics, money, keys, brochures - I'm not happy unless I'm well prepared. But I also don't want to weigh down my shoulders, neck and back with a giant backpack. The Arianna Backpack is a lightweight and stylish option for carrying my day-trip essentials. It has adjustable straps for comfort and a zipper closure to keep valuables safely in place.



These pictures of me using my Arianna Backpack were taken on one of our early spring outings to the Royal Ontario Museum. That's the Douglas Coupland: everywhere is anywhere is anything is everything exhibition. Like all of Pixie Mood's gorgeous accessories, the Arianna Backpack is vegan - all products are made with cruelty-free materials so no animals are harmed.​

Pixie Mood bags are fun and functional - bright, bold colours and unique designs with pockets and zippers for your phone and other necessities. They use a polyurethane vegan leather (PU-leather), which is higher quality than synthetic leathers such as vinyl or PVC and has less of a harmful impact on the planet. Each time I carry one of my Pixie Mood bags I get compliments. Last time I was carrying my Arianna Backpack a woman asked me where I got it and said, "You can tell it's good quality."



Get 20% Off at Pixie Mood!


Use the coupon code PLANTSTRONG15 to get 20% off on fab Pixie Mood accessories! (Coupon expires on Sept. 30, 2015.)







Pixie Mood Lynne Wood Clutch Giveaway (closed)


Pixie Mood has generously offered to give one lucky Woman in Real Life reader from the U.S. or Canada one of my other favourite pieces from the spring collection - the gorgeous Lynne Clutch in black and wood-look vegan leather. Don't you totally want to duplicate the outfit in the lookbook? I do! Enter using the rafflecopter widget below until June 15th.


a Rafflecopter giveaway

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48 comments:

  1. MelissaMay 21, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    I would love a new clutch!

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  2. VesperMay 21, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    I like the Steph bag in grey and purple

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  3. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    That clutch is adorable. And I love the backpack.

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  4. AnonymousMay 21, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    What gorgeous items! I like the one you chose and the Teal Steph Bag would be top of my list too.
    jan

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  5. Terri ColeMay 21, 2015 at 1:48 PM

    Your backpack and the Natalie bag tied for my favorite style. Thanks for an awesome giveaway!

    gaia at cinci dot rr dot com

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  6. TinatchickMay 21, 2015 at 3:30 PM

    Lynn Clutch crossbody

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  7. latanya tMay 21, 2015 at 4:40 PM

    steph bag chevron pink

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  8. le pMay 21, 2015 at 6:06 PM

    Josephine bag. thanks

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  9. Lydia ClaireMay 21, 2015 at 11:20 PM

    The Steph bag is my favorite in many colors. =)

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  10. JerilynMay 21, 2015 at 11:25 PM

    I really like the lynne foldover clutch!

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  11. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 11:52 PM

    the Steph Bag in Azteca is adorable!

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  12. Angela MMay 22, 2015 at 2:25 AM

    I love the Steph Bag in Black Blush.

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  13. Victoria EssMay 22, 2015 at 8:01 AM

    I love your bag! But I would also like the Steph bag!

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  14. Lee-AnnMay 22, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    I really like the Cecilia Cork Tote Bags (with black)

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  15. Fan R.May 22, 2015 at 1:42 PM

    I like Nicole---large-pouch.

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  16. AnonymousMay 22, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Leslie:
    Steph bag in champagne gold.
    leslieannstevenson@yahoo.com

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  17. AnnyMay 22, 2015 at 4:22 PM

    Wow that first installation is really against bubbles

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    1. JoKnowsMay 22, 2015 at 5:52 PM

      I know eh Anny? My fave is "Your blog is futile." :(

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  18. AnnyMay 22, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    I love the Steph bag because teal is one of my favorite colors - so soothing

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  19. Lisa LMay 22, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    I also love the Steph Bag with the Chevron + Neon Pink pattern!

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  20. Amy CMay 22, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    I like the nicole wood inspired wristlets.

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  21. JennMay 23, 2015 at 1:14 AM

    I like the Michelle Wood-inspired Crossbody bag

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  22. Tricia HopeMay 23, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    I like the Samantha Crossbody.Thanks for the chance!

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  23. LisaMay 23, 2015 at 5:27 PM

    I love the Steph Bag in Teal.

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  24. UnknownMay 23, 2015 at 10:44 PM

    I love the Steph bag with the chevrons and neon pink :)

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  25. UnknownMay 24, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    I love the Steph Bag too with the chevrons and neon pink. I have never heard of Pixie Mood! Thanks so much Joanne for showing them too me!

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    1. JoKnowsMay 24, 2015 at 4:32 PM

      You are welcome Tammy! You need to get one. ;) Jo

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  26. Bee W BedardMay 24, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Love the Steph Bag | Teal - sooo cute

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  27. Jennifer L.May 26, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    I like the Steph Bag - Navy.

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  28. Zoey JiruMay 26, 2015 at 10:55 PM

    I like the Claudia Cross Body Bag with cork. It has the most interesting look to it. And I've also never seen cork for a purse before.

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  29. Angie BaileyMay 27, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    I like the Nicole Wood-Inspired Wristlets.

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  30. Betty SMay 30, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    I like the Michele Wood inspired crossbody ones

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  31. Sue2SueperMay 30, 2015 at 7:00 AM

    I like the Claire Wallet | Teal

    SueSueper

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  32. davyMay 30, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    Steph Bag - Navy

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  33. Emily CMay 31, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    The Steph Bag in Teal

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  34. Redlizzy1June 2, 2015 at 8:18 AM

    I love the Arianna Backpack in Grey and Black. I haven't had a black bag in ages, usually opting for colour, so maybe I am drawn to this one. Love it. And reasonably prices. Thanks for the review and giveaway!

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  35. luminousJune 4, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    Love the Sophia Cork Wristlet/Crossbody! ;)

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  36. SONIA P.June 5, 2015 at 7:05 AM

    I would love a new bag.

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  37. JuliaJune 6, 2015 at 7:40 PM

    I love the Steph Bag Teal ! So cute!

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  38. JulieeJune 9, 2015 at 7:43 AM

    I really like the Josephine bag in black.

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  39. verycutekittiesJune 10, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    I like the Steph Bag - Black Blush

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  40. UnknownJune 11, 2015 at 2:10 PM

    Love their conscious sustainability!! And purses 😝

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  41. eclairreJune 11, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Steph Bag - Navy

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  42. UnknownJune 12, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    I like the Cecilia Cork Tote Bag

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  43. jasna malobabicJune 12, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    Lynn Clutch crossbody

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  44. Bo SimmsJune 12, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    I like the Anita Bag - Gold + Grey the best.

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  45. AaronJune 14, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    I like the grey and coral Anita Bag best!

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  46. toolieJune 15, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    i really like the jenni bag - would be great for a weekend getaway

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