budget-shopping-tip-that-are-making-you-broke-bad-budget-shopping-tipsWe all like to think we're savvy shoppers, but sometimes our money-saving ways are actually costing us money. From excessive discount shopping to signing up for store credits cards, these fashion habits are making you broke!Below are a few budget shopping tips that are costing you major. Plus, how to avoid these pitfalls and really save.

looking-fly-on-a-dime-thrifty-threads-zara-maxi-skirt It's officially fall and while I may be rocking layers and chunky sweaters in a few weeks, for now I'm still hanging on to my summer threads. Well, with the addition of a fall wardrobe staple.During my Salvation Army thrift shopping trip two weeks ago {I shop on Wednesdays when most items are half off!}, I scored big! And a few of the pieces I bought included an embellished crop top from H&M and a sheer maxi skirt from Zara. They were the perfect pieces for my latest Thrifty Threads outfit.

billy closet storage It's the first official day of fall and that means if you haven't cleaned out your closet by now, well, now is the time. I previously shared 5 tips to clean out your closet, but I know sometimes it's still hard to let clothes go, even if you haven't worn them in forever.
I'm guilty of this as well! But as I was doing laundry last week, I realized a quick way to determine if it's time to trash or donate clothes you no longer need.
Read on to see the laundry hack I use to help me clean out my closet and I'm sure it will help you too.

budget-travel-solo-women-travelers-women-traveling-alone-how-to-save-solo-travel If I had a dollar for every time I heard a woman say, "I'd go but I don't want to travel alone" or "don't you get bored when you travel by yourself?!," I would be able to afford a round trip ticket to London. First class.
As an only child, I'm used to, and even like, doing things alone but I understand everyone isn't that way. And traveling with yourself as a woman can be a bit scary for some. However, taking a trip around the world or even a short weekend jaunt can be rewarding and full of memories, even if you're rolling solo.
Check out some tips for solo women travelers. These are ways to stay safe, have fun, and of course, on a budget.

new-york-fashion-week-trend-nyfw-spring-2016-trend-lingerie-trend New York Fashion Week came to a close yesterday and a few trends are already clear {crochet, fringe, tie dye}, but there's one interesting, lounge-y style I came across last week at the Salvation Army and it was just seen on the runway. Lingerie!Yup, pajamas and lingerie as outerwear is what's trending for spring 2016, but you can get the trend now at your local thrift shop. Check out a few tips below, plus how to wear this tricky trend.