Issue 43: August 18, 2020
Hello Dears,
It's officially the second half of August, and we have exciting news to share with you this week! Not only are we "sending off" this unprecedented summer season with a FLASH SALE on warm weather top-sellers, but we're also sharing some important news regarding our fall plans.
(You'll find all of the details on sale items below, as well as the special code you can use to score 25% OFF while supplies last. Sale pieces are handmade by one of our favorite Lebanese designers, so you might also recognize this as an opportunity to support a small business rattled by the explosions in Beirut earlier this month.)
Regarding fall plans, we hope that you'll join us in celebrating the tentative scheduling of our flagship fall shopping event! Surely an event this fall would look and feel very different from years past...but we'd like reassure you that health precautions would be a top priority to ensure the safety and comfort of all attendees.
While a prospective date has not yet been chosen, we wanted Secretly Gifting VIPs to know first that a Fall 2020 "Pop-Up" is on our radar! And with that in mind, we're also inviting Secretly Gifting VIPs to share your thoughts and opinions in a short feedback questionnaire we put together.
The survey is just eight questions and takes no more than two minutes to complete. Answers are anonymous, and your participation will help us tailor key decisions to your tastes, preferences, and fall/winter shopping goals. Simply click here to take our eight question survey (we appreciate it greatly!).
With autumn on the brain, we're also shipping out "back to school" items like nobody's business! We want to remind you that no matter how you've handled your family's school decision (attending school on campus, attending online, or setting up a homeschooling pod), there's something for you in our "back to school gift guide". Continue reading below for details and the sale code you can use to earn 10% off for another few days only.
Finally, we're giving a friendly nod to one of our favorite corporate clients this week, Mary Leonard of KatherineHelena Fine Jewelry, by highlighting her philanthropic mission called KH Giving. KH Giving partners with non-profits in three different cities (Washington DC, New Orleans, and Houston) to sponsor charitable projects and reinvests its proceeds in needy and essential small businesses. Be sure to read below for more on Mary's mission, and opportunities to join and support her efforts.
As always, we're grateful for your continued support and wish you "happy shopping" this week! Be sure to checkout our summer sale below, complete our eight question survey here, and keep up with our Instagram feed (@SecretlyGifting) this week for more news and announcements from Secretly Gifting HQ!
xo,
Ashley and Candace
Co-Founders, Secretly Gifting
Save 25% During Our Summer “Flash Sale”!
Seven different top-selling styles are included in this week's "FLASH SALE" making it one you cannot afford to miss! Whether you're in the market for a fun clutch, stylish tote, protective sun hat, or whimsical statement bag...now's the time to snag a handwoven straw accessory (for yourself or a friend) at an incredible discount.
All pieces are made by a Lebanese designer specializing in naturally durable and eco-friendly materials like cane, rattan, and straw. Bags and hats are sturdy, lightweight, and easy to clean making them perfect for getaways and backyard pool days. Simply use code "SUMMER" at check-out to lock-in your 25% discount for a limited time!
1. "Good Vibes" Cane Tote Bag
Bamboo handles, wipeable plastic lining, pink sequin detailing
SALE PRICE: $150 | order via email only
2. Rainbow Crystal Cane Clutch
Colored Swarovski crystal detailing, wipeable plastic lining, white zip-top closure
Sale Price: $112.50 | Click Here to Purchase
3. "Out of Office" Cane Tote
Bamboo handles, wipeable plastic lining, gold sequin detailing
Sale Price: $187.50 | Click Here to Purchase
4. Rainbow Pom-Pom Bag
Grosgrain ribbon wrapped handles, interior pouch with drawstring closure
Sale Price: $146.25 | Click here to Purchase
5. "Beach Bag" Cane Tote + Pouch
Bamboo handles, wipeable plastic lining, rainbow sequin lettering. Included pouch embellished with sequined rainbow design and white zip-top closure.
Sale Price: $168.75 | Email to Order
6. Grosgrain Boater Hat
Embellished with a removable, elasticized ribbon (available in: dark green, mint green, bright pink, cobalt blue, fuchsia, yellow, orange, and black); hidden crown adjustment ensuring a perfect fit
Sale Price: $101.25 | Click Here to Purchase
6. Straw Sunvisor
Baseball cap style featuring fluorescent plastic brim in pink or blue
Sale Price: $112.50 | Order via email only
“Back to School” Sale EXTENDED!
Put a spring in any students or teacher's step with one (or a few) of the cheerful goodies below! Our "back to school" sale has been so popular that we're extending it by one week, meaning you have seven more days to lock-in a 10% savings on this hand-selected collection of gift items. Simply enter code "BACKTOSCHOOL" at check-out to see the 10% discount applied instantly in your cart!
1. Acrylic Bag Tags - $35 (on sale for $31.50 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
Perfect for any backpack, lunchbox, or overnight duffel, these durable tie-on tags will help you identify your child's items quickly and conveniently. Available in fluorescent pink, purple, or blue; made of thick-cut resin. Personalize yours with a name or nickname here!
2. Children's Mask Chains - $35 (on sale for $31.50 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
The practical and fun antidote to lost, forgotten, and misplaced masks! Select your desired color scheme and customize yours with a child's name or nickname. Available with or without a child's mask as pictured below. Click here to check out all available styles.
3. Acrylic Activity Boards - $30 (on sale for $27 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
These durable, travel-friendly boards come in four designs for pre-school and early elementary learners: letters, shapes, penmanship, and addition/subtraction. Personalize it with a child’s name, nickname, or initial monogram and practice on the go with erasable marker! Click here for more details.
4. "#1 Teacher Notepad" - $30 (on sale for $27 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
Treat the educators in your life to this fun and practical paper gift. Each pad features a custom watercolor design by Brake Ink Stationary printed on 100 pages of high quality bright white card stock. Click here for more details!
5. Watercolor "Pencil" Notecard Set - $30 (on sale for $27 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
This adorable set of 12 notecards and envelopes is perfect for any teacher, tutor, instructor, or aide. Pencil design is a watercolor exclusive from Brake Ink Stationary, and reverse side of notecards feature a cheerful rainbow stripe motif. Limited supply, email to order!
6. Custom Novelty Bead Bracelet - $15 (on sale for $13.50 with code "BACKTOSCHOOL")
Jazz up your watercolor notepad or notecard set purchase with a colorful custom beaded bracelet! We’ll fasten the bracelet to the bow of your wrapped present for an added dose of color and cheer! Customize with any teacher's name, school colors, initials, slogan, nickname or fun phrase. Available via email only, click to order!
Local Spotlight: KH Giving
In this week's "local spotlight" column we're highlighting KH Giving, a charitable organization founded by our friend and gifting client, Mary Leonard. By day, Mary runs a bespoke jewelry company in Alexandria called KatherineHelena. She founded KH Giving this past spring during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
When Mary founded KH Giving, her immediate priority was PPE gear for first responders within her community. She partnered with local makers to produce masks (check out her "Mission Masks" project) and cleaning supplies that would benefit high-risk individuals in hospitals and in our communities.
After that, she partnered United Community food pantry to raise more than $7,000 for essential grocery items and food products.
What makes KH Giving unique, is that it reinvests sales proceeds to help small business, and rallies community support by organizing giveaways for experiences, gift cards, and specialty items like fine jewelry.
To learn more about KH Giving, click here. To shop the "Mission Masks" collection, click here...and for more on KH Giving's latest projects and initiatives, make sure you're following @KHgiving on Instagram.
