eShakti online fashion giveaway!

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. The winner was announced here.

Yup. There’s more. Remember when we were doing the Shabby Apple giveaway, and I felt really bad that there weren’t options for more than like, five sizes, and I did that annoying thing where I apologize a lot? Well, then Melanie, one of the readers of this blog, recommended that I check out eShakti.

eShakti describes itself as “…a unique women’s apparel store online that allows custom changes in the style of the garment – sleeve, neckline, length can all be changed by the customer to her preference.” They offer the full size selection from size 0-26W, as well as custom sizing.  You can basically design your own stuff, but a lot of what I saw on the site didn’t look like it needed to be changed.

I wrote to them and asked if they’d do a giveaway with ETDC, and they said yes. Because Cake is delicious :-)

(it could be yours! I really, really love this one…source)

So here’s the deal.

What you win: ANYTHING under $60 on the site (except stuff in the Overstock section). That’s a lot to choose from. Whatever you choose can then be custom sized and styled (also for free).

How you win it: To be in the running to win, like eShakti’s Facebook page here and then comment under this post. All comments count, unless they say “I DO NOT WANT TO WIN. I HATE WINNING.” You can say, “Hey, what’s up?” you can say, “I love polka dots.” Or just hi.

(my version of polka dots. you could own it! source)

The sad part: You have to have a U.S.  or Canadian shipping address.

How long this will run: from today until the 30th. I’ll pick a winner (by using a random number calculator, like last time) on the 31st.

That’s it! I love giving stuff away. It allows me to thank you for reading this blog without getting all gushy. It makes me feel like some kind of mutant girl Jewish blogging Santa Claus. Not my best image ever, maybe, but I’m gonna stick with it for now.

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Unroast: Today I love the way I look in browns, grays, and cream. Winter!

P.S. Special thanks to Melanie!!

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128 Comments »

Kate on December 19th 2011 in Uncategorized

128 Responses to “eShakti online fashion giveaway!”

  1. Maggie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 11:48 am #

    I liked the Facebook page and would be thrilled to choose something :-)

  2. Melanie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 11:53 am #

    Yay! I’m really thrilled they worked with you. Very excited for everyone. I do not have a Facebook so am exempt from the running. I will cross my fingers for all you gals. Their stuff really is quite cute.

  3. Kate responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:00 pm #

    Gah!!! This Facebook thing is excluding a lot of people. Sorry! Oh no, I’m apologizing again…

  4. Jess responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:04 pm #

    All of their stuff looks really great, and as someone who sews a lot of clothes, I can vouch that “size” is a myth– you’re made up of measurements whose combination is all but unique. None of us should technically be wearing off-the-rack stuff because none of us is standard in any way!

  5. Christina McPants responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:06 pm #

    Oh, eShakti. It is so so *so* addictive.

  6. Ari responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:06 pm #

    I liked the Facebook page. Thanks for the chance to win.

  7. SHay responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:15 pm #

    I liked ‘em. Hadn’t hear of them before, but looks promising. I need to slowly but surely accept my new, post-2-kids size and replenish my closet accordingly.

  8. Marie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:19 pm #

    Liked on facebook! and I LOVE winning. just sayin’ :-D (also, modcloth is another great option, maybe they would work with you for a giveaway?)

  9. Lizzie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:20 pm #

    Love this idea! Thanks Kate!

  10. Kinsey responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:20 pm #

    I liked their Facebook page! Thanks for lovely giveaway.

  11. Kate responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:22 pm #

    @Marie
    Yes! Good thought! I’m learning so much about shopping online from you guys…

  12. NDoig responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:28 pm #

    Free stuff! Need to check in more often.

  13. Kimberly responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:33 pm #

    I’d love to win!!

  14. Nidia responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:43 pm #

    I liked the eshakti fb page : ) And I would love to win a dress!!

  15. kari responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 12:53 pm #

    i’m in the market for a new dress! so this would be fun…

  16. grace responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:01 pm #

    This is the only blog giveaway contest I’ll enter…today. :-)

  17. ricky responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:03 pm #

    If your located in the windsor and essex county and you need a U.S shipping address try http://WWW.DETROITMAILBOX.COM They have excellent service. There just located block a few the Windsor detroit tunnel. There address 407 E. Fort Street Suite 103
    Detroit , MI 48226

    If you have any question, please to email them at sales@detroitmailbox.com or call them at (800) 408-1694 . im a satisfied costumer and i promise you will be do i vouch for them you going to love there services

  18. Whitney responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:06 pm #

    So cute!

  19. Alice responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:08 pm #

    Hi! That orange dress is beautiful! :)

  20. fru responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:15 pm #

    yes please!!

  21. Liz Rebecca responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:17 pm #

    Hey Kate!

    This is again, awesome! Liked the page…I hope I win! Checkout Asos…I shop there occasionally and they have AWESOME sales! They’re cheaper than the similar Modcloth, and FREE SHIPPING!

  22. Tasha responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:19 pm #

    Ooh… custom dresses. For an unsual sized girl who loves dresses this is dangerous for my wallet. If they only can have hidden pockets, I would be in paradise. (Oh and I like the facebook page.)

  23. Katharine Lilley responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:28 pm #

    Crap! What if I don’t have a facebook? Yeah, yeah I’m one of ‘them’. ;D

  24. Kristin responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:29 pm #

    fingers crossed…

  25. Katie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:30 pm #

    I liked ‘em, and I’m feelin’ like a winner!

  26. Nicole responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:31 pm #

    Thanks so much for organizing the eShakti giveaway! I love their stuff and would love to win! :)

  27. katie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 1:59 pm #

    so lovely.

  28. Helen responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 2:15 pm #

    I DO totally love polka dots!!

  29. Anon responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 2:32 pm #

    Liked the page. So many cute things!

  30. Maria responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 2:33 pm #

    ugh, I don’t have a facebook, but I still love polka dots and this blog!

  31. Jessica responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 2:50 pm #

    Pretty ponies polka dots and pie!

  32. aly responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 2:51 pm #

    Liked the page! I haven’t found a dress that fits properly since my son was born almost a year ago. Apparently my chest exceeds normal proportions…lol.

  33. Mary responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:37 pm #

    I “liked” it and I have a Canadian shipping address, so I’d love to be in your contest :D

  34. Lia responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:48 pm #

    The dress you suggested is beautiful! I’d love that except in the blue rather than the coral. (And, facebook page liked.)

  35. Sarah responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:52 pm #

    Liked the Facebook page! Also, love the color of the Princess Blue dress. But then I always have been a sucker for cobalt.

  36. Patti G responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:52 pm #

    I’ve always loved eShakti’s stuff…I’d love to win some!

  37. Elizabeth responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:55 pm #

    wow, those are really nice dresses! office appropriate, yet fun!

  38. Carolyn responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 3:59 pm #

    Neat idea for customizing clothes. I passed the link on to my mother as well. Please, Random Number Generator, pick ME!

  39. Jennifer responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 4:05 pm #

    I’ve “like”d them for a long time! Always wanted to get something from then, but haven’t been able to afford it. I’d love to win!

  40. Kayla responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 4:12 pm #

    Oh oh oh!! This site is great! I think I’m still dedicated to Shabby Apple, but I could grow to love this one just as much! Especially if I won a free dress, haha. :)

  41. Faith responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 4:18 pm #

    I had never heard of this site before, but now I want all stores to be like this! After all, how many of us are actually ‘standard’ sizes?

  42. Janice Hiple responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 5:33 pm #

    They have nice stuff! I ‘do’ want to win! ; )

  43. Also Kate responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 5:47 pm #

    AHHHHH I love eShakti! Their dresses are gorgeous! And the fact that you can give them your bra size when ordering means (I hope) that I can finally get a dress that fits my boobs correctly!

    I have made my liking of eShakti official on facebook, fyi. And I definitely don’t hate winning.

  44. SandyJo responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 6:48 pm #

    I “liked” the site, and I actually do like the site…..really cute things! Keeping my fingers crossed!

  45. jenn k responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 6:56 pm #

    Pick me, universe!

  46. alicia responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:10 pm #

    I love eshakti, and would be thrilled to win an item!!

  47. Cloie Webster responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:16 pm #

    So many pretty dresses!

  48. Anna responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:20 pm #

    First time entering a contest where I’ll win something that isn’t artwork! *shock* how is this so?

  49. Katie responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:22 pm #

    love everything on the site! :)

  50. zoe (and the beatles) responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:26 pm #

    ohmygod that first dress is beautiful!!! (i’ve been on the hunt for a dress. difficult stuff.)

  51. Kate responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 8:27 pm #

    I love polka dots and free dresses@! :)

  52. Helen responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 10:00 pm #

    Liked their page because this is an awesome business.

  53. Tysa responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 10:08 pm #

    Great fun! Happy Holidays!

  54. Jenn responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 10:15 pm #

    I love eshakti!

  55. Sara responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 11:39 pm #

    Liked the page on Facebook, am now wishing there was a ‘love’ button. Also, thanks for opening up the contest to all us ladies of every size!

  56. Kari MooMama responded on 19 Dec 2011 at 11:42 pm #

    I “liked” the eShakti page. I like cake. Okay, I love cake. I lust after cake. Cake is cool.

    Oh, and you rock.

    Yeah, that’s about all I wanted to say. :)

  57. Twyla responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 12:42 am #

    I ‘liked’ their facebook page.

    Sending a happy holidays from Istanbul!!

  58. Helen responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 1:16 am #

    Hi!

  59. Nancy responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 1:24 am #

    I liked their facebook page. Would love to win!!!

  60. Michelle Florendo responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 1:24 am #

    Liked their facebook page. Thanks for sharing the site; they have a ton of cute stuff!

  61. Kay responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 2:51 am #

    Oh my!! What a fabulous site. Hope I win.

  62. Sasha responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 3:23 am #

    pick me! :)

  63. Liz responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 9:01 am #

    So many pretty things for so many different tastes and body types – even if I don’t win, I love knowing that eShakti exists!

    Also I WANT TO WIN. I LOVE WINNING. And good luck to all.

  64. BekahJo responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 9:22 am #

    I would love to win the dress, but don’t have a Facebook. Does my comment still count?

  65. sara responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 10:05 am #

    I liked the facebook page… their dresses are gorgeous! Am I crazy or did I see a picture of Sal from Already Pretty on their homepage?

  66. Erika responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 10:55 am #

    Would REALLY love to win!!! Thanks! Follow them on fb!

  67. Kate responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:09 am #

    @sara
    OK, thank you. I thought I did, too. I’m gonna write to her now and find out!

  68. Kate responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:15 am #

    @BekahJo
    I’m honestly not sure! But if you win, I’ll talk to them and see if I can work something out :-)

  69. Gabriele responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:24 am #

    How have I not seen this before? Their clothes are gorgeous!

  70. Janna responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:26 am #

    What a great site, thanks for sharing it!

    Also, I love your blog!

  71. Kate responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:32 am #

    My name is also Kate, I also like cake, have “shave my head” on my imaginary bucket list, and so appreciate the honest and feminist analysis you have (and your unroasts!!)

    xx0o

  72. Haley responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 12:38 pm #

    Count me in! (I liked their page.) How great would it be to get a dress that really fits!

  73. julie responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 1:27 pm #

    I liked them on FB. Thanks for this great giveaway!

  74. Lisa responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 2:16 pm #

    I just checked out eShakti (before liking them on Facebook), and their stuff is SWEET!

    I just wonder how you’ll be able to tell that I liked on FB if my FB user name is different from my reply user name here…?

  75. Crystal responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 4:01 pm #

    yaay. dresses. :D

  76. Maurini responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 4:45 pm #

    Thanks for featuring this site – I loved eShakti’s dress selection! Thanks for the giveaway, too!

  77. Another Kate responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 6:17 pm #

    Liked the Facebook page and am in love with that red dress in this post! I’ve never owned a red dress, but I’d break my streak for that one.

  78. Kate responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 6:22 pm #

    LOL! Great expression!

  79. Inelegant_Life responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 7:21 pm #

    I need to not have a Facebook page. Or a Stupid Twitter. But I do. And I liked their page. And I adore modcloth but can’t afford anything I find on there. Ramble, ramble, ramble, STOP! :)

  80. Natalie responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 7:57 pm #

    Liked the Facebook page!! I really hope I win!!

  81. Claire Allison responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 8:21 pm #

    Wooot I love polka dots! And the red dress!

  82. Katie B responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 8:32 pm #

    I’m so excited to learn about these sites with such gorgeous, affordable clothes!

    Thanks!

  83. Evelyn responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 10:34 pm #

    I would love to try eShakti out for free!

  84. Joceline responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 10:57 pm #

    I like the customizable thing, it’s so nice when companies are looking to cater to all shapes and sizes!

  85. Baila responded on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:39 pm #

    This looks so cool!!!

  86. Stef responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 1:20 am #

    So nice that you could just contact them and they agree to do this!

  87. Mimi responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 9:57 am #

    i want to go to there :)

    happy chanukkah

  88. lik_11 responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 1:17 pm #

    Cake is delicious & eShakti has awesome clothes!

  89. Joy Daniels (@AuthorJDaniels) responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 2:29 pm #

    I like the way I look in charcoal, teal, purple and browns

  90. Andrea responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 4:57 pm #

    Ohh, I’ve been eyeing eShakti for some time now and would love the opportunity to try a dress (or two) of theirs! As another person with “non-standard” measurements this would be wonderful. Thank you for hosting this!

  91. Dervonnae responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 7:10 pm #

    Love your blog!

  92. gaby responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 8:55 pm #

    Hi! I’m not much of a commenter, but I am motivated by greed this time. I do enjoy reading your blogs, of course. :)

  93. Miriam responded on 21 Dec 2011 at 10:06 pm #

    These look really cute and thanks for compelling me to come out of my lurker status by making a comment:) I love your blog and think your a really neat person and would love to meet you if I am ever in New York, or your ever in Houston, really!

  94. Abby responded on 22 Dec 2011 at 1:43 am #

    Those are all so pretty! I really like the red and black one, though.

    I did like the facebook page, so here’s hoping! (It was the Shabby Apple giveaway that pulled me out of lurker status into being an actual, bona fide commenter, by the way!)

  95. Madison responded on 22 Dec 2011 at 12:34 pm #

    I definitely love winning!

  96. Stefanie responded on 22 Dec 2011 at 2:31 pm #

    I liked them on facebook. There are so many cute pieces it would be hard to choose.

  97. Sarah responded on 22 Dec 2011 at 2:38 pm #

    I liked them on facebook, and I love the word “shakti.” I also like winning. :)

  98. Evy Colon responded on 23 Dec 2011 at 2:07 pm #

    Is it sad that I want everything?

  99. Isabel responded on 23 Dec 2011 at 3:31 pm #

    Yay!!

  100. Kinzie responded on 23 Dec 2011 at 5:28 pm #

    Love that first dress!

  101. Jana responded on 24 Dec 2011 at 6:26 pm #

    I’d love any of those things! Pick me, please.

  102. Allison responded on 24 Dec 2011 at 8:20 pm #

    What a cool idea!

  103. Stephanie Laurean responded on 24 Dec 2011 at 9:04 pm #

    THere is nothing like a giveaway to spark incentive to finally comment. I love your blog– you always write in such a funny, heart-wrenching, “that is it, exactly!” kind of way. Thank you!

  104. Kate responded on 25 Dec 2011 at 12:42 am #

    @Stephanie
    Aww, thanks!!

  105. Kate responded on 25 Dec 2011 at 12:43 am #

    @gaby
    I loved this honesty :-)

  106. Arielle responded on 25 Dec 2011 at 2:17 am #

    Pick me! Pick me!

  107. EmWed responded on 25 Dec 2011 at 7:21 pm #

    I love eshakti!!!

  108. Lauren responded on 26 Dec 2011 at 8:16 pm #

    Oooh, I like the dress with the plaid bodice!

  109. Eat the Damn Cake » open letter to the camera responded on 26 Dec 2011 at 11:55 pm #

    [...] win the ability to pick anything $60 and under from eshakti’s site, read and then comment on this post. The giveaway ends on the [...]

  110. Wendy Whitley responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 3:34 am #

    Love your site. Love their site. Pick me! Pick me!

    W. :)

  111. Trisha responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 9:10 am #

    Oh, they have so many lovely things!

  112. Karen responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 9:33 am #

    I love eShakti! I would love the Ruffle front surplice dress :) Thanks!

  113. Phix responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 10:43 am #

    Wow! I need to save my paychecks now. :D

  114. Deanna responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 1:29 pm #

    I want to win! I have yet to win anything :-(

    Happy New Year!

  115. Raven responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 1:59 pm #

    Oh, I love eShakti! I’ve been shopping there since they actually sold salwars and saris. They do custom fit clothing very well, which is great for different body shapes and sizes. ^_^

  116. j responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 2:56 pm #

    Happy New Year! This is a comment, right? It counts!

  117. Rachel responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 5:32 pm #

    I would like the dresses please! Thank you!

  118. Carol Adams responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 8:40 pm #

    I liked them on FB
    Thanks for the giveaway!
    You crack me up, make me smile etc…
    Happy Holidays!!

  119. Erin responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 8:47 pm #

    I DO NOT WANT TO WIN. I HATE WINNING. Ha, just kidding, I totally want to win. Cute clothing!

  120. Adey responded on 27 Dec 2011 at 9:23 pm #

    You are so sweet! I liked them on FB. I also like polka dots & winning (well clothing giveaways, anyway).

    :)

  121. Amanda responded on 28 Dec 2011 at 12:35 pm #

    I love your blog, CAKE, and eshakti A LOT. (fingers crossed)

  122. Jordan responded on 28 Dec 2011 at 2:08 pm #

    I like the feel of my bare legs under a lovely eshakti dress. Also I really, really love that burnt orange dress too.

  123. Laura responded on 29 Dec 2011 at 1:49 pm #

    Yes, please!

  124. Gina M Maddox responded on 29 Dec 2011 at 5:42 pm #

    I like them on FB “Crave to Save”!
    gina.m.maddox (AT) gmail (DOT) com

  125. Eat the Damn Cake » sneakpeeq giveaway and eShakti giveaway winner (so much free stuff!) responded on 30 Dec 2011 at 2:38 am #

    [...] I ran the numbers (which makes me sound like someone who can do math), and the winner for the eShakti giveaway  is….ALICIA! I felt like I should do that in caps. Alicia said “I love eshakti, and [...]

  126. alicia responded on 30 Dec 2011 at 7:18 pm #

    Yay!!! Thank you so much!!!!

  127. Kate responded on 30 Dec 2011 at 7:21 pm #

    @alicia
    My pleasure!!

  128. calinai responded on 31 Dec 2011 at 11:46 am #

    is it too late …pick me!

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