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Simone I. Smith, the wife of LL COOL J, and friend/business partner to Mary J. Blige, launches a new jewelry collection with Midnight Velvet.
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In 2004, Simone discovered a knot on her shin. Soon after she was sadly diagnosed with stage 3 chondrosarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Inspired by her own experiences, she created the lollipop pendant in 2009 to exemplify resilience.
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Enter for a chance to win Shawnty Loves Hoops designed by Simone I. Smith, wife of LL Cool J, in partnership with Mary J. Blige.
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Enter our sweepstakes for a chance to be featured and win a prize by completing a questionnaire and submitting images of you or your home.
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Sponsored by Midnight Velvet, Inc. 1112 7th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566-1364. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN; a purchase will not increase your chances…
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Here are some of our favorite responses from the Midnight Velvet Star of the Month Sweepstakes entry forms we collected in 2023.
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Unveil spring’s elegance with Midnight Velvet’s top 10 essentials, each piece a blend of luxury and style to refresh your seasonal wardrobe.
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Join us in celebrating the Midnight Velvet Star of the Month Sweepstakes winner, a true diva who brings sparkle and glam to every occasion with her unique Midnight Velvet style.
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Get ready to shine this holiday season with Midnight Velvet’s stunning and glamorous collection. At Midnight Velvet, we believe in adding that extra touch of…
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Enter for a chance to win Shawnty Loves Hoops designed by Simone I Smith, wife of LL Cool J, in partnership with Mary J. Blige.
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{VIDEO} Who doesn’t love leggings? This modern wardrobe staple goes with so many things. Marcellas Reynolds, Celebrity Stylist, is gonna show you how to wear them.
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Enticing New Fall 2015 Looks are here! Our clothing new arrivals are sinfully beautiful, fresh, and dramatic! Find out more about what’s new!
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Discover the 10 best colors for dark skin in this guide! Learn how to choose wardrobe pieces that will flatter your appearance and boost your confidence!
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Enter our sweepstakes for a chance to be featured and win a prize by completing a questionnaire and submitting images of you or your home.
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Are you passionate about unique design and exquisite details? Do you like talking clothes? The Midnight Velvet Design Team does! We sat down with them for a fascinating Q& A…and the story behind a gorgeous customer favorite.
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Do you ever feel that as we get older the holidays get less wondrous and more stressful? All those lovely treats and surprises that appeared…
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Brisk weather is here, and we’re celebrating! Autumn’s chill means boot weather, and we love pulling out our favorites and buying new pairs as well.…
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Special event or trip to the grocery store? The word plain is not in your vocabulary—wherever you go! We love your style and helping you…
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Fabulous opposites, easy to wear and never out of fashion, black and white is a versatile combo or sophisticated solo. How you wear these two…