Spring Break: Look Good For Less

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

The thought of Spring Break might seem a little far off for most, but March is just around the corner. For those of you who will be whisked away to a tropical location, haven’t you spent enough on the trip itself? Looking great on vacation shouldn’t cost much. To the rest of the people who will be staying home, it doesn’t hurt to at least look good on your week off.

A common misconception is that the most expensive sunglasses are the best kind. Sorry to burst your bubble, but that’s not necessarily true. High prices cannot guarantee sufficient protection. There is no correlation between high prices and increased UV protection. A 2008 study reported that “Expensive brands do not guarantee optimal UVA protection.”

So why spend more when you can spend less? NYS Collection has the hottest and latest trends in eyewear that will make you look good without breaking the bank. Plus if you leave them on vacation, you won’t feel so guilty about it when you come home.

If you are looking for sunglasses with a higher quality and an unconditional lifetime warranty then you should check out NYS Collection Elite line. The entire NYS Collection Elite line is priced under $100 so you get designer quality without the designer price tag.

Which would you rather, an expensive pair with a designer label or same quality without the designer price tag?

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Shade Your Eyes All Year Round

Posted on February 17, 2012 by admin

True or False: You only need to wear sunglasses in the warmer months. False (just in case the title didn’t allude you to the answer). It is important to protect your eyes regardless of temperature.

Even though you may not be able to feel the warmth of the sun’s rays, they are still harmful. In the heart of winter you are exposed to double the UV exposure. Both UVA & UVB rays can still cause some serious damage to not only your eyes, but the skin around them too. The area of sensitive skin around your eyes can sustain a lot of sun damage if it’s not protected. Believe it or not when it snows that’s when the sun’s rays are strongest because they reflect off of the snow.

So what should you do? Shade your eyes year round, no matter what the temperature is. Make sure you choose styles that cover and protect them. A Shield style is a great way to go to protect yourself without sacrificing style.

You can even go a step further and try a Polarized lens. Polarized lenses will clarify any glare that may be caused by the sun reflecting off the snow or even just your car windshield.

Which style will you choose?

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Love Story

Posted on February 14, 2012 by admin

Every week NYS Collection hosts contests throughout our various social media networks. In honor of Valentine’s Day, yesterday on our Facebook page we held a contest for the best love story.

In order to win a free pair of sunglasses, anyone could write a short and sweet love story about themselves or someone else. The posts were not confined to just romantic love stories. A love story could have been anything that brings you that warm feeling of love. Of the posts, 3 were to be chosen in order of how many Likes! their story had. One in particular swept everyone away.

Here’s Francesca’s story:

I met my fiance my first month in college. I asked him out 3 months after we met by sending him on a scavenger hunt all over campus as well as the local McDonald’s. I was his present at the end and I handed him a not asking him to check yes or no if he would go out with me. Of course he said yes! Now its 5 years later and on New Years day he took me to NYC and proposed to me in front of everyone at Rockefeller Center, while we got pictures professionally taken in front of the tree. Of course I said yes! He is my best friend and the love of my life. We are soul mates and I didn’t need a ring to know we would be together for the rest of our lives. The rest of our lives together started the moment we met ♥

Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Got Candy?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by admin

Two Jerzdays ago the Snooki by Nicole Polizzi sunglasses debuted one of many new springs styles to come: Rock Candy. The Rock Candy style is black face frame with colored trim and flashy rhinestones. Yummy and Luscious! Rock Candy comes in six flavors that are sure to suit any of your moods: Boo-Boo Berry Pie, Grapette, Not So Sour Apple, Strawberry Shorty Cake, Sweet and Down Low, & TANgerine.

The princess of reality TV showed her fans a sneak peak via her Twitter account: “Sneak peak of my spring sunglasses line! Waahooooo! #boss #swag@SnookiShades” Shortly after the tweet was sent out the entire line temporarily sold out.

The preview of her line two weeks ago has all of her loyal fans ready for the rest of the spring line to be released. While there is no official launch date yet, spring is just around the corner.

It’s a close tie for the favorites, Strawberry Shorty Cake and Sweet and Down Low. What’s your favorite flavor?

 

 

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NYS Collection joins in on Jingle Bell Run

Posted on December 7, 2011 by admin

Can you hear the bells?

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States.  So, this past weekend NYS Collection participated in the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis in Metuchen, New Jersey.  Including the NYS team over 1,500 people participated by dressing up in holiday attire and tying jungle bells to their shoelaces for the 5k run/walk.

The even had three honorees. The female honoree was Teri Coleman a woman who lives with Osteoarthritis that manages to balance out her life even with two hip replacements. The male honoree was Tom Walter who lives with Rheumatoid Arthritis, but never gave up and actively runs three times a week and participates in challenging events such as the Jingle Bell Run/Walk.  The last honoree was the youth honoree Lauren Jandak.  Lauren is a young girl who lives with Juvenile inflammatory Arthritis.  Even though she has this condition she manages to still prusue her passion for ballet.

“We are thrilled at the response to our event and the awareness we were able to raise for children & adults living with arthritis.  As a ‘sold out’ event, we alreadt looking to 2012 for sponsors and how we can accommodate even more people.” – Nicole Lewis of the New Jersey Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation.

The event raised over $70,000.  89% of the donations received go to research and program services as well as future fundraising efforts to make a difference in not only the honorees lives, but all of those who live with arthritis.

NYS Collection was honored to be a part of this great cause.

For more information go to www.arthritis.org

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Snooki on HSN Tonight at 8PM EST

Posted on November 10, 2011 by admin

Look out! Tonight HSN will be featuring two hours of Snooki products including the Snooki by Nicole Polizzi Sunglass line. The styles include: Champagne & Chains, Maracas, Pinky Up, Snooki Revolution, & Poof Nation and cases are included too! Tune in from 8-10 p.m. E.T. to get a pair of your very own shades.

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NY 1 News Report

Posted on October 20, 2011 by admin

Click on the link below to watch the NY 1 News report about the Snooki Mall Tour!

http://www.ny1.com/content/149302/snooki-stirs-staten-island-controversy?ap=1&MP4

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NYS Collection’s position on Senator Diane Savino’s comments:

Posted on October 19, 2011 by admin

“With the State unemployment rate exceeding 8% and the local economy in decline, we respectfully request Senator Diane Savino and Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis focus their bipartisian energies on issues of substance to this State’s prosperity rather than resort to transparent grandstanding.

NYS Collection gainfully employs significant amounts of local residents, contributes substantial tax dollars to the State’s treasury and this event will deliver well needed consumer traffic to local malls.”

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Snooki Contest Form

Posted on October 14, 2011 by admin

 

Go to these participating malls to purchase your Snooki Shades and you will receive a bracelet while supplies last.

Participating malls:

Staten Island Mall, Freehold Mall, Woodbridge Mall, Menlo park mall, Garden State plaza, Paramus  Park mall

Go to these participating malls to purchase your Snooki Shades and you will receive a bracelet while supplies last.

If you would like to be entered into the contest to win the grand prize, however you are not located near Staten Island Mall or Freehold Mall, please select neither and you will be entered to win grand prize.

The Grand Prize will include the complete Snooki sunglass line plus autographed case.  Contestants who fill out the form below will be entered to win.  In order to be entered to win Grand Prize at Staten Island Mall or Freehold Mall you must be present at that mall on Saturday October 22nd, 2011.  No purchase necessary.  Must be 18 or older to qualify.  Winners need to bring valid form of ID to receive grand prize, must be present at mall on October 22nd, 2011 or they will forfeit and another winner will be chosen.  For any questions or more information please e-mail shopnys@nyscollection.com

CONTEST WILL END ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 21ST, 2011 AT 3:00PM EST

Contest Rules:

No Purchase Necessary. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. Some restrictions may apply.Contest open to all legal residents.All entries must include your name,address, age, birth date, and email address to be eligible. NYS Collection may require verification of eligibilityand identity before releasing prizes.Prizes winners will be announced on-site, online or as appropriate. NYS Collection is not responsible for a winner’sinability to claim or use the prize. Prizes are non-transferable and non-refundable. Prizes may not be substituted or redeemed for cash by winner. NYS Collection is not responsible for the postponement or cancellation of the event associated with the prize, and will not substitute the prize should this occurrence so arise. 

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NYS Collection Fall Trend Preview

Posted on October 10, 2011 by admin

Say goodbye to beach days and warm nights, the summer season has flown by. It’s time to pack away the summer clothes and pull out your fall wardrobe. This fall update your look with 60’s flair, bright hues in the blues, and patterns galore. The best way to compliment any outfit, with your shades of course! The NYS Collection Eyewear Fall Collection preview looks perfect to last throughout the fall and winter seasons (because you need UV protection all year round!)

60’s Glam

Cat-eyes and mod looks are the accent needed to bring 60’s glam into 2011/2012. With tortoise shell, stained glass, and many other color options to choose from these styles are a must have for this season.

Bright Eyed

Don’t let the Fall/Winter weather get you down. Add some color to your wardrobe with bright hued shades such as blue.

Patterns

Plaid, animal print, floral and many other patterns are making an appearance this season. Not only do patterns look fabulous on your outfit, but they look amazing on your shades as well.

Check out the NYS Collection Eyewear Fall 2011/Winter 2012 Line on www.nyscollection.com

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