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Get a stylish gift for your grad
May 15, 2013
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Personalize a notebook, buy her a beautiful tote or give him a placard with words of inspiration.

Treat Mom – or yourself
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | May 1, 2013
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Enjoy a trendy tablet cover, a chic robe or a bold bra.

Make sure you’re covered for spring with these great fashion buys
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | April 17, 2013
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From pretty panty covers to personalized umbrellas to on-the-go makeup, our fashionista has great finds for the spring weather.

Put a little Spring in your style
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | April 3, 2013
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Dress up your cocktail with a coozy from Lilly Pulitzer, keep those car keys in check with the Findit Key Finder and hold your lipstick and cell in style with a monogrammed clutch.

Introducing the latest bracelet craze: Rainbow Loom bracelets.
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | March 19, 2013
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Fab Finds in Charlotte this week include rubber-band bracelets kids can loop together, a customizable allergy wristband and a special cup for Passover Seders.

Look stylish in the shower, the car or carrying deviled eggs
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | March 6, 2013
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We’ve found some great finds this week, including cotton-covered shower caps, casserole dishes that will get more attention than the dish you make and an inflatable booster seat that’s perfect for travel.

Fab Finds: Catchy contraptions for kids
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | February 13, 2013
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Here are some clever, and stylish, ways to prevent toddlers from flinging food and spilling milk.

Keep those New Year’s resolutions running
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | January 29, 2013
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Just one month out from the start of 2013, are you still committed? Here are three great ways to keep your resolutions in check

Fab Finds: Where to jolt your exercise routine
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | January 16, 2013
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Tired of the same, old exercise routine? Check out three studios in the Charlotte region to burn calories in a new way.

Fab Finds: Perfect pairs
By Kiran Dodeja Smith | December 26, 2012
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Kids are once again connecting and collecting bands. No, not the rubber dye-molded shaped ones, you silly. These days they're attached to Mungi Bands. Bigger, thicker and more durable than other versions, these bands come in halves and have magnets so they can connect to another. (Kids may also enjoy learning about magnetic properties.) Playful patterns include footballs, a surfboard, ballet slippers, butterflies and more. Sold in packs of three to encourage the kiddos to partner up with another. Retail price: $6.99.

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Kiran Dodeja Smith
Kiran Dodeja Smith
Kiran Dodeja Smith is a freelance writer and a mom of four young children. Fab Finds appears every other week.
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