I was recently contacted by a representative from Ross Dress for Less with information about their Spring Dress Event running through April 22nd. They very generously offered me a $50 gift card to check out the sale for myself. I have to confess, it’s been YEARS since I shopped at Ross.
As most of you know, I have recently lost some weight after Little Dude #2 was born (thanks to Jillian Michaels) and I seriously have nothing to wear. Nothing. No pants, shorts, capris, sweats. Nothing. Not to mention, the weather is getting warmer and most of my clothes are either maternity or post-baby. You know what I’m talking about. I was SO excited to go find a few things for myself!
I was pleasantly surprised to find their prices are REALLY low. The only thing I bought that was over $10 was a pair of shoes, and they were only $13.
I tried really hard to talk myself into buying a pair of snakeskin heels, but couldn’t remember a time in recent history that I would need to wear something like that. That being said, I’m still debating going back and getting them. My husband and I have a wedding to go to. In Montana. In October. Perfect snakeskin heel wearing weather? I think so.
After repeatedly steering myself away from the kid’s section (I kept trying to convince myself that I should buy shoes for my son), I found some amazing deals!
For everything in the picture above, I spent just $64. That’s TWO dresses, a pair of Chinese Laundry flats, two shirts and a pair of workout pants. My original plan was to buy both dresses, try them on at home and then return one. However, once I tried them on, I fell in love and couldn’t part with either one.
So I would have spent only $54. I’m blaming it on my husband, who was sufficiently impressed that I had even bought a dress in the first place.
On to the giveaway..
Ross Dress for Less is offering one of my readers a $50 gift card of their very own! You don’t have to buy clothes. You can buy toys, pillows, sheets, shoes. Whatever your heart desires..
TO ENTER (REQUIRED): Leave a comment and tell me what you would look for at Ross if you won. Do you need a little wardrobe refresher? Does your couch just NEED new pillows?
BONUS ENTRIES:
- Follow This Beautiful Frugal Life on Facebook here and post this giveaway on your wall. Come back and leave a separate comment on this post that you have done so.
- *Follow This Beautiful Frugal Life on Twitter here and tweet about this giveaway. Come back and leave a separate comment on this post. If you already follow, all you have to do is tweet about the giveaway and leave a separate comment on this post.
You can enter just once or all three times. Remember, you must do the first entry to be eligible to win. Please make sure I have a valid way of getting ahold of you, either by leaving your email with your comment or having it available on your blog profile. If I don’t have any way of contacting you, I will have to pick a new winner.
This giveaway will end on Sunday April 10th at 8 PM PST. Once I choose a winner, you will have 24 hours to respond with your contact information.
Good luck!
Disclosure: Just in case it wasn’t clear, Ross did give me a $50 gift card to give their store a try. All the opinions are my own. I am outrageously frugal by nature, so even with the gift card, I only bought items that I would have spent my own money on.
It was a huge blessing to be able to add a few things to my wardrobe. My husband and I are going away together this weekend and I don’t think he would have appreciated me walking around in sweats that look like they could fit a few extra people in them.


















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I would use the gift card to buy some new sheets!
I would probably get myself some new summer clothes. I think the newest summer shirts that I have are at least 2 years old. It is time!
lynettejpierce at gmail dot com
I'd use the gift card to new tops for spring and try and find some comfortable sandals!
I am in need of linens for a twin bed.
And have liked you on FB and am sharing!
I follow This Beautiful Frugal Life on Facebook!
Would love to win! I need to update my wardrobe and would love to try some place new.
I would definetely look for something new for my wardrobe; likely some pants or capris and a couple of shirts, maybe some shoes!
jenalunde@yahoo.com
I would look for some new casual brown shoes and some new shirts. =)
I follow you on FB and posted this giveaway on my profile.
Jen Lunde
jenalunde@yahoo.com
I would get some new summer clothes/shoes! I love Ross!
ajndress@gmail.com
I love Ross… They have great blouses at reasonable
Prices… Probably 80% of my blouses are bought at Ross.
I NEED some new clothes!
I have followed This Beautiful Frugal Life on facebook for a while. I love your posts! Thanks for all your hard work.
ajndress@gmail.com
I follow you on FB!
I would get myself some clothes to celebrate getting back to my regular size after baby #3! It has been exactly one year, just in time for summer!
bum313@yahoo.com
I would use the gift card to buy myself some clothes because I have lost over 60 pounds since January 2010.
shawnda.hanford@comcast.net
I also follow you on facebook
I need to buy some baby stuff.
I need some jeans!
Sadly, fat clothes. Send me those sweats!
My Boy is growing too fast. I need to buy clothes for him.
I need some workout clothes! Thanks!
sdoehne@hotmail.com
I LOVE Ross for their trendy (and cheap) tops!
I have just lost 40 pounds and have NOTHING left to wear, which is a good thing, but bad in this economy. I could really use some new tops, cause, as a women, you know what the first thing to go was.
New summer clothes… Do I even own a swimsuit anymore?
I now like you on Facebook.
julie.cosgrove@comcast.net
I would use it for some cute summer clothes
I desperately need some new clothes… I don't like spending money on clothes, therefore my closet is almost empty as I'm donating clothing fairly often. I'd use it to shop for some t-shirts and maybe a dress to wear this summer.
I would go to get cute afordable outfits to wear when my hubby comes home from deployments. They have such good prices and usually stuff I can't find at other stores.
My email was snuffles97524@yahoo.com Molly N.
I have lost 67lbs and counting since January 2010 and NEED new clothes and thats what I would treat myself with!!!
I had a baby last year and totally need some new spring clothes too!
My email:
jkenyon20@gmail.com
And you are now on my Facebook Like/ follow pages
i need some new clothes. desperately.
jaki.williamson at gmail
i also tweeted
@jakiii09
I would love to get some in between clothes since I just had a baby three weeks ago. My maternity stuff is either too big or too warm for spring. And my spring stuff is too small.
I am in the opposite boat from you… I would need to see if they have any maternity clothes, or baby stuff!
o my i so would buy me a new wardrobe.
firefighterswife40 at gmail dot com
Oh my!! I am moving into my new house in 3 weeks!! I would buy the stools that I saw there last week!! I could really use this!
I am still trying to find shoes for my wedding, so probably heels. OR a new clock, possibly both if I can find a good deal!
I would buy some decor for my new house!
mattjaime824@hotmail.com
Posted on my facebook page too!
I just lost a bunch of baby weight and really need some new clothes!! Thanks!
I love Ross! I would use it to outfit all 4 of my kids in their Easter best!!!
I really could use a new bra and nightie. Im thinking my hubby would appreciate this one!
marthastangland@hotmail.com
Ross has been a great store for my frugal self and I am in need of some yoga pants, yoga top and yoga mat/bag as I recently joined the gym after a long hiatus and I look very outdated in my current old gym clothes. Thanks and have a great day!
charanneg@yahoo.com
I too am in need of some new FITTING clothes after having my last daughter 5 months ago!
sarahnewhouse11@gmail.com
Hope to win!! I need new items for kitchen – an apron, colander and wash cloths!
9kisses@gmail.com
I need shoes so badly! Mine had a rouuugh winter/spring.
I would shop for swimsuits for my kids. They outgrow them so fast! -Shelli
mljcwsu at yahoo dot com
I would probably check mens & women's wear first.
Would totally love some new linens!
Erin – educationempowers@hotmail.com
I would definately buy myself some clothing, I need to find a few shirts
Work out clothes are also needed to
shadygrove79 at aol dot com
liked a beautiful frugal life on facebook and shared it
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following on twitter and am trying to tweet but it keeps giving me errors,grr. shadygrove79 at aol dot com
I would get some new shoes.
kathyf
mknkids at yahoo dot com
I would totally get some spring skirts! I have lost lots of weight, too, and have nothing to wear to show off my smaller body! I love Ross.
I'm post baby as well, so feel your pain regards to having nothing to wear! Maybe if I buy summer clothes it'll actually stop raining
chiquitagirl08 at hotmail dot com!
Who knows but I know that I would find something… never quite sure what great finds will be there.
I would look for a bathing suit for my daughter.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
I like you on Facebook and shared the giveaway. My FB username is Mary Happymommy.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
I am in serious need of a new wardrobe!
i would get something for my kitchen.
I REALLY need some new clothes!!
Oooh! I LOVE Ross Dress For Less! You have to dig but they have AMAZING deals! I would buy shoes, shoes and more shoes for my kids. They go through them like kleenex!! Glad you got some new cute clothes Melody!
Oops! Forgot to leave my email address! bradylora@hotmail.com. Thanks!!
I already posted this, but it doesn't seem to be showing up……I shared this post on my FB wall! Thanks!
We use Ross to by teen girl dresses and shoes mostly. Sometimes they have great ties for the men in the family. Thanks for the opportunity to win! kellyshero2002 at yahoo dot com
I would buy some workout gear and then probably check out the kitchen section!
I would probably have the same issue you had a need to stay away from buying things for the kids, but heaven knows I'm over due for some new clothes!
I Like you on Facebook, Thanks for sharing this great giveaway.
I Follow you on Twitter, Thank you!
I would use my gift card to buy a tablecloth for my table. I have never had one and I would love one I could wash.
New summer duds for moi and kidos
sjlampinen26@hotmail.com
I would use my gift card to buy a tablecloth for my table. I have never had one and I would love one I could wash.
kevinsimzadi@gmail.com
Liked u on fb
sjlampinen26@hotmail.com
I would buy a new fuzzy and warm blanket. I haven't bought a new one in a while and my birthday is coming up… so why not get a lil something for myself
tmc483 at yahoo dot com
I like you on FB
tmc483 at yahoo dot com
I want to freshen up my wardrobe a bit! I LOVE Ross you can get so much for your money.
I follow you on FB
I don't buy clothes very often, but when I do it's usually at Ross. Would love to get some nice spring clothes
I would love to find some new tennis shoes or a cute dress for summer!
I need new tops for summer…..Color, color, color!
jaimiekfournier(at) gmail dot com
I'd probably treat myself to some spring/summer clothes. I usually spend the clothing budget on my ever growing kids!
We are doing Dave Ramsey and my blow envelope is VERY small while we are working on getting rid of debt. I'd love to have some money for some spring clothes for me!
jonahandbeckylang at hotmail dot com
I would by myself some summer outfits.
I'd probably use the card to buy clothes for my trip to Iowa this fall where I will be in a friends wedding.
What I would get with this gift card is some new jeans because all of my jeans are too big from my incredible weight loss! Please help my by giving me this gift card to my favorite store-Ross!
jewel_wood2000@yahoo.com
I'm posting this to my facebook
I would buy clothes for my trip to the sun coming up! I need some new capris:)
I would definitely buy myself some new clothes, since I'm in the same boat with the weight loss & have only a couple of things that still fit!
I NEED a storage Ottoman to hide the toys and make the living room look nicer! I was just thinking of trying to find one at Ross! If not, I could find something
Probably summer shoes.
Follow and shared on FB.
I would buy more girly clothes to get out of the jeans and t-shirt deal. This would also be a do something for me kind of thing.
your comment about a wardrobe refresher struck a chord with me! I definitely fit that category!
I would buy myself some new clothes – I'm also still trying to restock the wardrobe after resizing post-baby body!
heidibleeker@yahoo.com
I already like you on FB and just shared the giveaway on my profile.
heidibleeker@yahoo.com
Oh mercy…I would, of course, have to take stroll through the kid's stuff first. However, I would LOVE to have $50 that I wouldn't feel guilty about spending on myself!!
I love Ross and am probably there just browsing at least twice a month
I can always find shoes and purses that I "need" :] That or something special for our vegas trip!
Shoes! Nuff said!.
fastkat at gmail dot com
With the gift card I'd probably get some pretties to decorate my house. Such variety at Ross! Thank you!
addie . gerlach @ gmail . com
I "like" you on FB & shared this giveaway on my wall.
fastkat at gmail dot com
I'd buy some new clothes. After having my second child (2 years ago), I have done very little shopping for myself. I NEED some new clothes!
-Kim
kim (at) jedd (dot) com
I would like to say that I would use it to get a head start on my oldest son's school clothes for next year, but in reality, I would probably buy shoes and kitchen items!
As much as I would love to buy new clothes I would have to say it would go toward decor for my new "empty" house.
I need some clothes and cute shoes…my tennis shoes with every outfit is getting old
pix321 at hotmail dot com
I am in the same baby situation, so I would also get some new clothes for myself!
zagnutz14@ aol dot com
I would get some new bedding as ours is in need of being replaced. I shop at Ross all the time for clothes and home stuff….I love it!
I have recently realized that after having my now 21 month old, I have let myself and my wardrobe go. I would love to be able to pick up a few items to freshen up my wardrobe!
Amanda – lavenderrose1981@hotmail.com
I would use the gift card to buy some clothes for my kids.
thatsmrshaynes2u@yahoo.com
I love Ross! I'm not sure what I would buy, but I know I would find something!!
Kopsho1@msn.com
I like you on Facebook and posted about this fun giveaway!
Kopsho1@msn.com
I need a clothes refresher too- mostly tops! Baby puke ruined mine. rebeccay104 at yahoo dot com
I need some new tops, I've lost weight lately and all my clothes are too big! However, in reality, some friends of mine are having baby showers so I would probably use it to buy something for those!
I would get bedding, and or some new clothes/shoes as we need some summer clothes.
I could use a wardrobe refresh and I also love Ross' little nick-nack housewares they have!
jules8120@hotmail.com
I love Ross! I would buy myself some new clothes as I have been losing weight after twins and am running out of options!
I would spruce up the house with some new items and throw pillows.
tiffburch@gmail.com
I posted the giveaway on my fb page.
tiffburch@gmail.com
Mama needs a new pair of shoes. And jeans. But mostly shoes – my tennis shoes are over 10 years old. Even my couponing buddy makes fun of me
biogirljc@hotmail.com
I tweeted about the giveaway
biogirljc@hotmail.com
I'm in desperate need of shoes for work! I'd love to win this giveaway! Thanks
Pick me!!!! I need a dress for a wedding this summer too! Oh, and I guess the dreaded bathing suit too!
haraberry@hotmail dot com
I would use the gift card to buy some new clothes, my summer wardrobe needs some updating!
faithcarpenter at gmail dot com
I would look for some fun summer clothes!
I need a white drindl skirt for summer, just bellow the knee. I have faith that I can find what I need at Ross. Also, I would pick out cute summer dresses for my granddaughters! thank you, Sharrie
My daughter needs some maternity clothes!!
I tweeted about the giveaway (@MSGostava)
If selected I promise to do my very best to bipass the kids' section, as you did, and look for some better fitting after-baby-and-almost-my-normal-weight clothes!
westeberg@embarqmail.com
I would LOVE to get some summer clothes and a new pair of casual shoes. Thanks for all you do!
brynkruse@hotmail.com
I would totally get some new clothes… nothing fits right now, and it's always hard to convince a husband (who doesn't buy clothes but once a year) that I really do need some new clothes to look presentable!!!
Thanks for the chance to win! Love your site!
walkthe1000miles@yahoo.com
I'd like to get new tshirts
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
Follow you on FB and posted on my wall@tcarolinep jessiekatie S
tweet.http://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/55770557593038848
I have to admit I would buy some non maternity clothes for myself. I have three kids, my youngest is 1 and a half and I'm still wearing maternity clothes because I can't really afford to buy clothes for me when I need them and I love Ross. My email adress is jblewis06@yahoo.com
Thanks, Brook
I would look for a suit to wear that I can match the tops or bottoms with other outfits.
I need a new bathing suit
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I definitely need some new clothes! I have lost 20 pounds since last summer (and am working on a few more) and could use some new summer clothes.
Renee D.
malibu_renee@hotmail.com
I would use the $ to get some new "not mom" clothes for summer. I need to look cute this year!!!
Kim- kimhasavon4u@yahoo.com
I'd buy some new clothes
merleandtina@Yahoo.com
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merleandtina@Yahoo.com
I SO need to freshen my wardrobe. I really haven't done much updating since my kids were born and am sadly out of date in my comfy mom clothes and boring shoes. Feeling WAY older than my age. Birthday is looming… sliding down the hill to 40, could use a pick me up.
And on Facebook!
CLOTHES.
After losing some weight, I have nothing to wear! I don't know what I'm going to do when summer hits.
remember me? we met at the coupon class, we had our baby boys the exact same day! so you KNOW how badly I NEED clothes!!!! I follow you on facebook already. I posted your giveaway on my wall.
Have a super fun trip!!!
oh and you can reach me at
baerlocher@frontier.com
I would buy a purse and some shoes. jencmc19@hotmail.com
I'd use $50 for new clothes for ME since I'm too cheap to buy any for myself, and nothing that I have fits very well or has been worn to death.
Posted about the giveaway on FB!
d _ fi _ gravity (at) hotmail (dot) com
I could really use some new dishes!
Thank you for the giveaway!
d _ fi _ gravity (at) hotmail (dot) com
I would probably buy something boring like sheets….new bunkbeds on the way for my crazy boys, but I just might splurge and buy something for myself!
gidgchick at hotmail dot com
I think i would get some summer shoes for myself and my husband. It seems like we always buy for the kiddos and forget to get things for ourselves! Thanks so much.
Jeanettemichaels at gmail dot com
new mom clothes too! thanks for the opportunity to win!
katiek (at) marshillchurch (dot) org
Ihave recently lost 23 lbs. and have nothing to wear…I would find some jeans, and cute summer clothes! Judy M. manske0265@comcast.net
Thanks for the HU that I was posting in the wrong place…wow this will be tough for you..amazing how many gals have lost weight. I'm Jealous!! But still the zip binder..maybe once I'm organized I can worry about my looks and hey since it's Ross I should still be able to swing a top or so… erinlockman@yahoo.com posted on FB also but twitter? wish I had time to be so social
I would get some out door stuff, we have a tiny back yard that needs some planters and other cute stuff!
taylortasha at msn dot com
follow you on facebook and posted this:
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=209660135728871&id=1186380597
taylortasha at msn dot com
follow you on twitter and posted:
http://twitter.com/#!/pdxoregonmom/status/56073888089645056
taylortasha at msn dot com
I actually just got some clothes for myself, but still need a few things for the kidos. Also my sheets are dying….2 died in the last 3 months!
I follow you on FB and have shared the post.