28 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in Beauty on a Dime by
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I'm sure you guys have heard of OPI's Black Shatter polish. It's the awesome new lacquer that gives nails a cracked or shatter effect. You just paint your nails as usual, layer the Black Shatter over them and before you know it, you have a fun, funky look.Since the polish is so popular, it's been crazy trying to find a bottle anywhere. However, I came across an entire rack of OPI Black Shatter while at Duane Reade {i went there for toilet paper and let with beauty products}. At $8.50, it's more than your typical drugstore polishes, but I had to try it and I'm glad I did. What's great is you can use any color you want underneath it. I opted for Sinful Colors' 24/7.

{step 1: apply polish as usual and let dry}

28 Feb

Posted at 03:00h in Looking FLY on a Dime, shopping by
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Fly Finds of the Week: these are pieces that add instant flair to your existing wardrobe. And best yet? Everything’s affordable.If you’re in the market for a new “it” item, look no further. You don’t need to drop a load of cash to update your wardrobe. Just adding one of these pieces is enough. Below are four of my favorite items less than $100 {under $25, $25-$50, $50-$75 and $75-$100}.

Topshop Double Look Gold Lock Drop Earrings, $20 The textured drop hoops may be the only accessory you need to rock for a night out. They make a statement without being too in your face.

25 Feb

Posted at 03:00h in Looking FLY on a Dime by
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Racked: Take a peek at what TJ Maxx and Marshalls have in store for SpringO So Chic: Enter to win a $100 ShopBop gift cardShoestring: Best vintage and secondhand shops in LAAOL Black Voices: Check out my post on the 10 best drugstore beauty buysSpa Week Daily: Target reintroduces some of their most popular designer collaborations for a limited time...

24 Feb

Posted at 06:06h in Looking FLY on a Dime, Thrift by
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Yesterday I made a trip to my fave Salvation Army {46th St. between 10th and 11th st} in search of something fly to wear to a taping of Oprah's post Oscars show in LA. I didn't walk away with one show stopping piece {I may already have something to wear} but I found a few other great items.

If you've never been to the Salvation Army on 46th Street, this location is A-mazing! It's organized for easy shopping  If you're looking for something super specific {a button down white shirt or black skirt}, you can just go to the appropriate rack, as everything's color coordinated. The shoe collection can be pretty hit or miss but there are tons of clothing from labels like Club Monaco, LOFT, Banana Republic and more affordable stores like H&M and Forever 21. The jean selection is also pretty awesome with designer denim from Citizens of Humanity, 7 for All Mankind and Rock and Republic.And on Wednesdays, most clothing, shoes and books are 50 percent off.Check out my most recent thrift store haul. I walked away with seven items for $35.

{love the color, super soft suede and gold piping around the edges. Steven by Steve Madden, $7.50}