When I go clothes shopping I’m like a kid in a candy store. That probably rings true for a lot of fashion lovers, but my trips to beloved boutiques generally go something like this: walk in and stand at the front for a blessed moment while taking in all the gorgeous eye candy, make a bee-line for the prettiest display and proceed to touch everything at least once, slowly but steadily pull the must-have pieces off the racks and hang them over my free arm until that angel of a salesperson notices the customer trapped beneath the leaning tower of clothing and offers to start a dressing room for me — then I spend at least an hour trying everything on, snapping cell phone pictures of my favorite things and tallying up what I can and can’t actually afford. It all ends in an emotional parting with the stuff I wanted but couldn’t responsibly purchase, a sigh of relief that the most expensive piece didn’t fit me right at all, and a cool-down session also known as standing in line at the cash register.

Look to Love 1: The Camille Headband in Gold & a top from Altar’d State
I have a decent lineup of brands that play gracious host to this shopping ritual, but I’m extremely picky about that lineup. In order for me to call a new shop a “favorite”, it has to have the eye candy, the atmosphere, variety, friendly (and strong) salespeople, ethical business practices, good quality and a really pretty dressing room. I was on my way to lunch one day when I caught sight of a beautiful window display I’d never seen before. It was a new shop that had just opened in the corner spot at an outdoor mall I frequent and I excitedly popped in to see what it was all about. Eye candy and atmosphere? CHECK! There was even a table at the entrance decorated with muffins and juice so I could snack while I gawked! I started to browse and was quickly greeted by a very friendly salesperson who I bombarded with questions about the store. I found out that the place was called Altar’d State and the special thing about Altar’d State, aside from the tasteful and trendy clothing, is that they donate part (or all) of the profits from a good portion of their items to a variety of amazing causes. Awesome people and ethical business practices? CHECK!

Look to Love 2: The Skylar Headband in White & a dress from Altar’d State
I explored every inch of the shop and noticed that they carried some brands I was already in love with like Free People, Blu Pepper, TOMS, Frye and more! I was starting to think my first visit couldn’t get any better when I entered the dressing room. Best dressing room ever. They had the coolest pallet ceiling with bird cage chandeliers, little vintage-framed mirrors on the doors of each room where they write the customer names in dry erase marker, and cozy chairs where you can take a much needed water break — don’t judge me. After exiting the dressing room with some great DIY ideas, I paid up and left with a pretty little armload of clothing without breaking the bank. Success!

Look to Love 3: The Brooke Headband in Blue & a necklace, bangles, dress and cardigan from Altar’d State
Over the next few weeks, I was in contact with them about working with FOLK and they were thrilled to do a giveaway for our subscribers! So now that you know how amazing Altar’d State is, one lucky subscriber will win their choice of any of the gorgeous headbands found on their site, here! The winner will be able to pick one headband, values ranging from $20-$28. I have to tell you, these headbands are amazing. The bead work is beautiful, the quality is so good and my favorite touch is the colorful fabric on the back side of the beaded strips. They thought of everything!
To Enter
Subscribe to our blog here and leave a comment on this post with a link to your favorite headband from Altar’d State.
It’s that simple! The winner will be chosen Sunday, January 13, 2013. We’ll be announcing the winner here on the blog, on Facebook and on Twitter, so follow us to stay in the loop!
Congratulations to Lori (loro908@…) for winning the giveaway! Please send an e-mail to tiffany@folklifestyle.com with your complete mailing address before Friday, January 18th to claim your Skylar Headband in White! Thanks to everyone that commented with your shopping stories and favorite Altar’d State headbands! It was so fun looking at all of your choices!
Please share your shopping rituals/stories with your entry! I’d love to hear them! (Sharing is not required to enter the giveaway, but it would certainly make my day.)
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I like this one… http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
What a fun giveaway!
I think all the headbands are pretty, but my favorite is the Grace headband in pink.
Here is the link:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
I prefer shopping in smaller boutiques, and I tend to have in mind what I want when I enter a store. But then I get sidetracked. Being an artist I can’t help but be drawn to color first, and then to texture. So I find treasures I can’t possibly live without, and then remember why I’m there in the first place and find those items, too. This is why I don’t shop often because I’m always a shopping overachiever! :/
Thanks for hosting such a generous giveaway! I’m a subscriber to your blog.
xo,
RJ
I checked them out, and I would love to win the Grace headband in pink …not for myself of course, but to give to my lovely wife. She is the one I love shopping with. When it is just the two of us shopping it feels like 22 years ago when we were newlyweds and life had a lot less stress (mortgage and kids…love my home and kids dearly, but it was less stressful back then). We love to check out antique malls and little places like this….. http://www.countryvillagebothell.com/blog yup….best dates are just shopping with my bride….
I love this headband
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-britney-blue.html
i love the veronica headband in gunmetal. i love your confessions. as i get older and have more time to shop, i find i am much more picky about where i shop. i like to support local businesses and I love when they seem happy i am in their shop. muffins sound wonderful and a comfy chair for water breaks. over the top.http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
my favorite today is this one http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-kristen-multi.html
perfect way to happy up a Monday! Thanks for the chance to play
My favorite headband is the Lizzy in Gold
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lizzy-gold.html
But I really love all of them!!
Heading to Hamburg this week to check this out! Loved browsing their website. My fav is the Audrey in gunmetal. Already a subscriber. Thanks for the giveaway.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-gunmetal.html
I subscribe and my favorite is Kristen Multi colored
:http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-kristen-multi.html
Oh wow these are so cute…!!
i would love to wear the Ashley Gold Crystal band… I already subscribe.
thanks for an opportunity to win!
Sounds like an amazing shop! I’m with you, a nice fitting room is the icing on the cake. Hard to pick just one, but this may be it: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-bethany-gun.html
[...] giving away one of these beautiful headbands which are SO pretty and so fun to style! Check out my post on FOLK Lifestyle for the full story, some looks I created with the headbands + new pieces from Altar’d State [...]
I just love them all…..bit, Brooke strikes my fancy most.
Ii like the Brooke in blue, and the Lauren. They are truly beautiful.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-skylar-light-blue.html
This is my favorite! I have been wanting to go to Altar’d State forever and now I must to pick up one of these!
It’s so hard to choose just ONE headband as my favorite, but I think I have to go with the Ashley Headband in Gold/Crystal: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold-crystal.html
It’s just so pretty and versatile – I can think of SO many outfits it’d work perfectly with!
The Audrey Headband in Gunmetal is very pretty.
I think this one is my favorite. I always look for green! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-tara-lime.html
They’re ALL gorgeous, but Abby and Grace speak to me!
If I had the time, money and location, I would be spending it in a lot of smaller boutiques. I always feel so spoiled when I go to larger cities and they have little places that you cannot get at home. I guess I better start doing my shopping online then!
Mine happens to be this one: The Grace Headband
Love the anna in gold!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-anna-gold.html
Favorite: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-chleo-silver.html
They’re all so cute! I’m totally going to buy another one anyway!
The Grace Headband in Pink is super cute! I love this store! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
I would love the Abby headband in ivory! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html
Ooh, love the Audrey in Red… http://www.altardstate.com/shop/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-red.html and I am already a follower of the blog.
Thanks to Altar’d State for such a lovely giveaway.
The headbands are gorgeous!!! I am love, love, LOVING the gold Ashley!!!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold.html
I love this one http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
It would be perfect for a quick up do when I’m rushing to class in the morning!c
Hard to pick a fav but this one is really cute: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
I can’t decide which of these two I love more!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lauren-gunmetal.html
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-skylar-white.html
I would love to win the The Skylar Headband in Light Blue
the headbands are soooo pretty!
Love the white one! http://www.folklifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/whiteband.jpg
I love the Brooke in Blue!
I simply love the Rosanna headband. Yes, I subscribe to your blog. Here is the link to the one I’d choose: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-rosanna-black-pink.html
Love, love, love your style and these gorgeous headbands which are perfect for my long hair!! Especially the Callie in gold! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-callie-gld.html
They are all beautiful but This is my favorite.
.http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-red.html
I really like the Grace Headband in Turquoise
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
Thanks for the chance to win!
subscribed
I like the Kaitlyn Headband in Turquoise and Orange
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-kaitlyn-multi.html
My daughter would love this one! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/kki-lincoln-headband-bowtie-slate.html
Recently subscribed
… They’re all lovely, but I like the Brooke in Bronze.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-brooke-bronze.html
I LOVE these beautiful headbands. I wear them ALL the time. My favorite is The Audrey Headband in Gunmetal
Oh so many beautiful Ones to choose from!!!! I think the Lauren in Gunmetal is my choice. It looks regal!
Loved looking at these beautiful headbands and so hard to pick one that I know my daughter would just love to wear. She would love one of these. Thank you for this generous giveaway and here is the one I picked out for her….
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-jet.html
All of the outfits and headbands are gorgeous. I would take any. I agree the fabric on the back is the perfect touch!
For anyone who doesn’t win you could use this tuorial to make a very similar band for cheap and easily!
http://www.dearemmeline.blogspot.com/2012/12/new-years-bling-bands-simple-headband.html
This is gorgeous:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-camille-gold.html
Gorgeous! I love the SKylar!
Awesome giveaway:)
They’re all so pretty but this one is one of my favs: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-shea-gun-multi.html
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How cute! I really like the Veronica Headband in Gunmetal, found here: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
I’d style it with a simple white sweater dress, navy shoes and a lot of eyeliner
1960s all the way!
Love all the headbands…they’re an updated blast from the 70′s! I absolutely love the Veronica in Gunmetal. http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
Thanks for the opportunity to win such cute headbands, They’re Fab!!
I love all of them so much! Altar’d state sounds so cool! I love all the headbands. Why do I have to chose one? Well luckily, I found my favorite- the chleo in gold. LOVE IT! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-chleo-gold.html
I love the grace headband in turquoise!!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
It’s gorgeous!!!
I have been a headband freak since I was in my teens! Love them…. And REALLY love these. Especially this one
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html
I love the blue because it is really a pretty color.
Oops! I forgot my link. I still love blue! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
I like the grace headband in pink
I could not figure out how to add the link.
Lovin’ the Audrey in gunmetal, http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-gunmetal.html. In all seriousness, there are so many that are too cute for words!
I love the gold one
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-camille-gold.html
I feel like I am looking at the best treasures!
I could wear it when I read my Folk Magazine…quality all the way!
thanks again for the give away…
I’m with you, great displays and wonderful dressing rooms make a shop special! I love this headband: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.htm It is beautiful and would contrast nicely with my dark hair! I am a subscriber as well.
I love the The Grace Headband in Turquoise!
I love them all but this one is my favorite so far..http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-black.html
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lauren-gunmetal.html
I adore this one it will look fab on me as a 60 yr old platinum blonde..love the almost victorian vibe it gives..thank you for showing this to me.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html. Love the veronica! I am a subscriber
Hello,
I am your newest subscriber all the way from India. I eagerly await your posts in my inbox everyday and learn something new, something charming, something holistic and different everyday. Even though I may not be able to try some of the things mentioned immediately or due to lack of availability, its such a pleasure to read them and look at the beautiful pictures.
Like you, I love creative dressing rooms in stores that don’t make me want to leave empty handed and if the store has friendly and welcoming staff than it becomes even more pleasurable to be there although vice versa is also true. I’ve been to beautiful stores with extremely impolite sales staff and stormed from there.
So below is my favorite choice, its super cute, will go with most outfits and extremely practical in this weather! Would love to add this stylish practical accessory in my winter wardrobe
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/kki-juliet-headband-w-flwr-taupe.html
Looking forward to more fashion posts! xx
You make shopping sound so excitng! I have always had many children with me when I go for myself or anytime… It sounds like a dream! The headbands are beautiful.
My favorite is http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-sally-black.html
They are all so pretty!
My favorite is the Grace headband in Turquoise. I have already visited their site. So impressed with the unique items and contribution to the community.
I think this is adorable http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html plus it says my name! ^.^
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html
It’s so hard to choose just one!
My fav is The Abby in Black. Love them all though!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-black.html
I LOVE this one. http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html I have a feeling that my daughter would try and steal it from me though.
There is no way to choose a favorite! They are all beautiful headbands. would love to have one!
Nanci
This headband is just gorgeous! Love them all, though!!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
Beautiful!
http://www.folklifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/blueband.jpg
They’re all so pretty, but my favorite is the Grace (in turquoise). Here’s the link:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
Oh and If I have to choose one of the beaded ones then it’d be this !
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-silver.html
Have a great day!
I love the Morgan Headband!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-morgan-antique-gunmetal.html
Good luck everyone!
So many beautiful choices, but my favorite is the Grace in Turquoise!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
I LOVE wearing headbands! I’d be thrilled to win, sign me up! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-black.html
Ooh, I love the Grace in Pink! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
I like the abbey headband in black. Headbands are awesome!! They help me to fancy up my normal pony tail and add volume to my updos
Love!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-kristen-multi.html
I love the Grace headband in pink:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
So many pretties! I like this one: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-jet.html
I would love the white skylar headband. http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-skylar-white.html It’s really hard to pick. All of them are cute outfit inspirations!
My favorite is the Ashley in Jet. http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-jet.html If I have time and nothing that I HAVE to buy, I love browsing through boutique shops. When looking for something I need, though, it’s not nearly as fun!
I’m a fiber-artist and I make hand-knitted hats etc. I love to mix texture and color, and I often add beads to my work. So it’s no surprise that one of my favorite headbands is this one… The Audrey Headband in Gunmetal… http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-gunmetal.html Thank you for the GiveAway!
Wow! I love the selection! My fav is here: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
I love the Ashley headband in god/crystal. – http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold-crystal.html
I am the same – when the most expensive item I try on doesn’t fit, I breathe a sigh of relief. Otherwise I will stand in the dressing room for another 20 minutes arguing with myself whether or not I really need it. The no side usually wins, unfortunately.
Thanks for the fun giveaway!
Grace headband in pink for my almost-19 year old daughter! It is beautiful!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
Sorry I forgot the link!
LOVE this!!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-tanya-gn-bl.html
I like a lot of them, but I’d have to say this is my favorite:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lauren-gunmetal.html
I love the Camille headband in gold! So lovely! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-camille-gold.html Thanks for the great giveaway!
These are all lovely! I think my favorite is this one: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
I love the Lauren in gunmetal headband. Beautiful designs.
Love the blue headband!
Love love love Veronica in gunmetal!
Those headbands are just beautiful. It was hard to choose but my favorite would be the grace headband in turquoise.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
The Tanya Headband in Turquoise and Black
It was difficult to choose… they all look beautiful. Thank You for sharing this offer.
They all are so beautiful but I’m thinking http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-gunmetal.html
These is an AWESOME giveaway. Those headbands are just beautiful. I love all of them, decisions, decisions, decisions…. but I’d have to say this is my favorite…
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html
Thank you and have an fabulous day.
Would make a great gift! Very pretty and enjoyed Altar’d State web site.
I adore how tasteful & dainty Altar’d State lineup is — how can I choose just one! But, if you insist…
The Ashley Headband in Gold is a TOTAL GEM (in jet is equally swoon-worthy): http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold.html
I’d love to sport it daily!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-brooke-cobalt.html
J’adore the headband “brooke”.
I have shared, twittered, face booked and told friends to join too !
Loving the Camille look – will feel like royalty in the Camille Gold !
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-camille-gold.html
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-sally-cobalt.html
I love the Sally headband in cobalt. There’s not one that I didn’t like, though!
I subscribed to your blog! Thanks for the opportunity to win one of these gorgeous headbands.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-veronica-gunmetal.html
Confess that I love MOST of them, but if I have to choose one, this is THE it! Fun giveaway, thanks!
I love all of the head bands, but this one caught my eye with my favorite bright blue color! =]
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-skylar-light-blue.html
this one is calling to me: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-bnd-the-britney-blue.html
I love them all but The Kristen Headband in Multi is my favorite hmmm I think they are all so pretty http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-kristen-multi.html
Oh gosh! These headbands are darling!
My favorite is http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-abby-ivory.html, super sparkly and feminine!
Thanks for having such a fun giveaway!
Hello!!! I love the headbands!!! I’ve always loved the look of a headband and am so happy to see them making a comeback! My favorite is the grace headband!!! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
Cheers!
Sheila
I love EVERY ONE OF THEM!!! but to choose one!…. SKYLAR IN WHITE!!! GORGEOUS GIVEAWAY!
Love these! Perfect for me and my gdaughters to share.
Lovely headbands. My favorites so far are The Lauren headband and The Ashley Headband.
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lauren-gunmetal.html
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold-crystal.html
I had trouble picking just one headband… but finally decided on this one: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-lauren-gunmetal.html Sooooo pretty!
I just love the Grace headband in turquoise!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
I love them all, but his one is my favorite http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-kristen-multi.html
It is too hard to choose, but I guess I’ll go with this one:
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
They are all adorable
but this is my favorite!!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-pink.html
My favorite is: http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-grace-turquoise.html
I prefer to shop on sales and in smaller boutiques, and also in Second hand shops
I like them all but I pick the Macy and the Ashley. I subscribe already.
Just subscribed and the blue is lovely!
I like the Ashley! http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-ashley-gold-crystal.html
Here’s my pick for the giveaway: “Audrey” in Red
But I love all of them!
http://www.altardstate.com/shop/headbands/deepa-hd-band-the-audrey-red.html
I like to shop small, crafty, artistic businesses, RL and online