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With 55 degree temps in the morning and 80 degrees by 2pm, it can be a bit confusing to get dressed in the A.M.. Yesterday I noticed some people in leather jackets and hoodies while I was in a t-shirt. This is to be expected when it's still technically summer, but fall is just a week away.

Here's how to dress for the varying degrees without having to carry around a jacket all day.

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Though I'm a thrift shopping pro, I love a good cheap chic deal at major department stores as well. But I hate how contrived many of the displays and "sales" are intended to make you spend more. Seriously, there's a psychology behind the music they play, the non-existence of clocks and more. It's so easy to get caught up and overspent {hence why I posted this on Instagram today}!
If you want to shop smart and score the real deals, check out a few tips to navigate any department store.

looking-fly-on-a-dime-thrifty-threads By now we all know {or at least I hope we do!} that not wearing white after Labor Day is a total fashion myth. You can wear any color you want during any time of the year. It's really all about the material, not the color.This week's Thrifty Threads post is an ode to the girls who wear what they want, when they want, like this head to toe white look that features a mix of thrifted pieces and cheap chic department store finds.

looking-fly-on-a-dime-thrift-shopping-how-to-thrift-shop-thrift-shopping-guideLast week was my six year blogiversary and today is the one year anniversary since I released my thrift shopping book, Looking Fly on a Dime: How to Find Fabulous Fashion at Any Thrift Shop & Make the Cheap Look Chic.Writing the book was a daunting process {will people buy it? do I have anything new and useful to say about thrifting?}, but it's been a success and I can't thank you enough. And...if you haven't already purchased your copy, here's your chance to get two free chapters.

crest-3d-white-brilliance-system-beauty-review-beauty-on-a-dimeWhen it comes to my beauty routine, it's a bit low key. Well, I guess that depends on who you ask, but I try to keep it simple. On a daily basis, I wear minimal or no makeup, so it's super important for me to focus on healthy skincare and a glowing smile.While I've got my skincare routine on lock {great acne cleanser, exfoliator, serum, light day/heavy night cream}, I leaped at the chance to try the new Crest 3D White Brilliance Toothpaste System. It's quick, easy and pretty hassle free, which fits perfectly with my style.