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Meet Coolibar Customer: Carol

Last summer we invited customers to share a photo of themselves and tell us why they would make a great Coolibar model. You voted (lots of you, thanks!) and our creative team chose the winner. Meet Carol, perhaps our most passionate customer, who submitted not one, but five pictures. It was easy says Carol, because she lives in her Coolibar. Even at the office–paired with a set of fresh water pearls.

“As head of the chamber of commerce, I walk around the downtown area visiting businesses. Throwing on some fresh water pearls with a lovely Coolibar blouse goes from office, (roll down sleeves) to the sunny downtown sidewalks. When you need to be careful of sun exposure, this is an easy, stylish option,” said Carol. Carol was ecstatic to be picked as our winner.  She answered a few questions for us about her experience, her photo shoot and debut as a model.

Why did you apply for the Coolibar model contest? I’ve been very health conscious most of my life, I’m a registered dietitian, and write nutrition and wellness articles.  I advocate healthy eating with lots of fresh foods, and being physically active.  After melanoma surgery and reconstruction, it took a while to get back to my tennis, golf, kayaking etc….and once I was strong and flexible enough to enjoy them again, I found I spent too much time re-applying sun screen and not enough time having fun.  I was always concerned that even though the SPF lotion said “waterproof”….how much water or perspiration would affect the integrity of the protection.  The Coolibar clothing allows me to be outside with family and friends and enjoy water and sweat-inducing land fun.

What was your favorite part of the entire experience? It was fun including my husband in my kayaking photos and my Standard Poodle, Sophie in some of the shots.

How did it feel to be a model for a day? I had a basic idea of what would be happening as my neighbor friend & I organized a “Neighbor Hood Progressive Party” that was filmed for TV.  I knew shots would be repeated in order to get the best light/expression/position/ etc.

Was there any personal goal you had during this process? I am hoping that as I am more pro-active with sharing my enthusiasm for the Coolibar product, more people will take a bit of effort to protect their skin from sun damage.  

Is there anything else you wish to share? I presently write a blog called  NutritionFreshOnline, which I want to expand to include fitness and skin health.  I have personal experience with both (I’ve set 2 state swim records in AZ) so I have a wealth of personal anecdotes and insights that could be helpful and appreciated by many.

Look for more from Carol next season!

 

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#WhereICoolibar Photo Contest Winners

Working at Coolibar, nothing is more rewarding than seeing how our products perform in real life. That’s why we were excited to kick-off the #WhereICoolibar Photo Contest in June, so we could watch our Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram pages fill up with genuine customer photos.

The Coolibar customer service team has a keen eye for Coolibar. After sifting through over 100 photos, and much debate, the ballots are in. The winners of the $500 Coolibar shopping spree are (drum roll please…):

Winner – Best Kids or Family Photo

Emily F. – #WhereICoolibar – Dune diving at Sleeping Bear Dunes in Michigan wearing a Coolibar swim shirt, skirt and cute sun hat.

Winner – Best Travel or On Location Photo

JeanAnn M. – #WhereICoolibar – Hiking Maroon Bells in Aspen Colorado wearing our Coolibar shirts!

Honorable mentions:

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Thank you to everyone who submitted photos! Stay tuned for more contests soon. Follow our contest board on Pinterest for up-to-date announcements.

– Coolibar Customer Service

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#WhereICoolibar Photo Contest – Win a $500 Shopping Spree!

Want a chance at winning one of three $500 Coolibar shopping sprees this summer? All you need to do is show us where you Coolibar!

Coolibar Sun Protection You Wear is useful beyond the beach. Our expansive line offers UPF 50+ protection for travel, exercise, work and even outdoor parties. Share where you Coolibar with us on any Coolibar social media site.

To Enter the #WhereICoolibar Contest:

1. Like or follow Coolibar on any one or all of these social media sites:

Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram

(If you’ve already done this, move on to step 2, and thanks for being a fan!)

2. For one (1) entry, post a photo on the Coolibar Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or Instagram site of you in your Coolibar sun protective clothing. Use hashtag #WhereICoolibar and tell us where you are. Earn up to four entries by posting a different photo (one photo = one entry) on more than one Coolibar social media site. While it’s not required, we’d also love to hear what you’re wearing.

Judging: Our customer service team has a keen eye for Coolibar. They will be voting for their favorite photo in two categories:

Best Coolibar on location/travel photo. Example:

Coolibar’s Founder John Barrow sitting under a giant strangler fig in his Coolibar Travel Shirt and Sun Hat in Australia. #whereicoolibar

 

Best Coolibar family and/or kids photo. Example:

Playing in @Coolibar UPF 50+ Romper at local pool and playground! #whereicoolibar

Deadline for entry: Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11:59pm CST. We’ll announce our winners Friday, July 19, 2013. Good luck!

Rules: To enter, you must be 18 years of age or older. Contest open to residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia. The winners will receive one (1) of two (2) $500 (five-hundred-dollar) shopping sprees to www.coolibar.com to spend on Coolibar branded items. Winner will be chosen by Coolibar customer service based on the categories above. Comments and photos deemed inappropriate by Coolibar, or not owned by the posting individual, will be deleted and disqualified. No purchase necessary to win. Prize is non-transferable, not returnable and cannot be sold or redeemed for cash. Four entries maximum per person. Coolibar, Inc. employees, employee family members and affiliates are not eligible to win. Contest rules subject to changes at the discretion of Coolibar. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram are not affiliated with Coolibar, Inc. or this contest. Deadline for entry: Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11:59pm CST.

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Show Your SunAWARE Side to Win!

Tell us, or better yet, show us how you are SunAWARE year ’round for a chance to win a wide brim hat!

Ladies, we’ve set aside the very popular Oceanside Sun Hat with a glamorous 8″ brim for this contest. Fellas, you could win our Beach Comber Sun Hat, which features a chin cord and 4″ brim. Both hats boast UPF 50+ sun protection!

To Enter:

1. “Like” Coolibar on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/coolibar (If you’ve already done this move on to step 2, and thanks for being a fan!).

2. For one (1) entry, comment on our Facebook wall and tell us how you are SunAWARE year round. If you post a photo demonstrating your SunAWAREness AND comment in your photo caption, we’ll give you three (3) entries!  IMPORTANT: use the hashtag #contest and mention @Coolibar in your comment so we know to enter you in the drawing. You may only enter a photo or comment once. Additional photos and comments will not increase your chances of winning.

It’s that easy!

We’ll announce our winners next Friday, November 9, 2012. Good luck!

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Rules: To enter, you must be 18 years of age or older. Contest open to residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia. The winner will receive either the Coolibar Oceanside Sun Hat (one size, black/white) or the Coolibar Beach Comber Sun Hat (size L/XL, brown/natural). Winner will be chosen through random drawing. Comments and photos deemed inappropriate by Coolibar, or not owned by the posting individual, will be deleted and disqualified. No purchase necessary to win. Prize is non-transferable, not returnable and cannot be sold or redeemed for cash. Three entries per person. Contest rules subject to changes at the discretion of Coolibar. Deadline for entry: November 8, 2012 at 11:59pm CST.

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Enter to Win Coolibar Sunwear by Adding a Caption to this Photo!

These bathing beauties forgot their swim shirts. We don’t want that to happen to you, so we’re giving one away! Put your Coolibar thinking cap on and add your most thoughtful, clever caption to the photo below for a chance to win a Coolibar UPF 50+ shirt of your choice!

Enter in 1 of 3 ways:
1. “Leave a reply” on this blog post below with your caption.
2. Like Coolibar on Facebook and comment on the photo.
3. Follow Coolibar on Pinterest and comment on the photo.

Add your caption by September 10, 2012. Our Coolibar customer service team will choose the most awe-inspiring caption on September 12, 2012.

Photo credit: David Peekin, 1947

To enter, you must be 18 years of age or older. Contest open to residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia. The winner will receive up to $80 Coolibar merchandise credit to use on one (1) Coolibar UPF 50+ shirt. Options may be limited based on inventory. Winner will be chosen by Coolibar customer service team based on caption creativity related to sun protection or tanning. Inappropriate comments will be deleted and disqualified. No purchase necessary to win. Prize is non-transferable, not returnable and cannot be sold or redeemed for cash. One entry per person. Contest rules subject to changes at the discretion of Coolibar.

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