28 Jul

Posted at 07:00h in Deals & Steals, Fab Under $50, shopping, Style Guide by
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What's In Store: Joyce Leslie

This weekend I went shopping with my cousin since she wanted to find an outfit for an 80s pool party, so we naturally went to Joyce Leslie. The affordable fashion retailer is a staple on the East Coast. Until this weekend, I hadn't stepped foot in one of the stores in years, but as an undergrad, I shopped at Joyce Leslie at least every other week when I wanted a cute $20 dress. Though quite a few of the clothes were adorable, I also saw some major misses.
Check out what I found at Joyce Leslie, plus quick tips on what to look for and avoid when shopping at a "cheap" clothing store.

22 Jul

Posted at 09:39h in Deals & Steals, Fab Under $50, shopping by
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Dime Find of the Week, affordable handbag of the seaon
What: Forever 21 Satchel
Why: Every woman needs that one {or several!} satchel for day to night. It's large enough to fit your essentials, and it's not too bulky for a night out. While I'm pretty much obsessed with Forever 21 skinny jeans because they stand the test of time and don't get the dreaded crotch rip, the affordable retailer also has some amazing satchels for the season. If there's one bag you want to buy now and carry it through fall and winter, this is it. Oh, and you won't spend more than 30 bucks.

18 Jul

Posted at 08:00h in Beauty on a Dime, DIY, Home Decor, shopping by
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21 Healthy Hair DIY Treatments for Summer-Starved Hair {my latest piece for BuzzFeed} 8 Outfit Formulas that Work on Every Body Type, Every Time {Redbook} 15 Ways to Save on Decor {The Everygirl} 10 Ways to Update Your Vintage Seating {Apartment Therapy} 6 Sale Sandals You Need in Your Life {Cheap Chicas} Target Announces Black Friday in July Over 3 Weekends {The Recessionista}...

17 Jul

Posted at 07:00h in shopping, Style Guide, Thrift, Thrifty Threads 365 by
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Thrifty Threads 365 is a fashion challenge where I will only thrift shop for an entire year. I’ll show you how it’s easy and wallet friendly to satisfy your style needs with secondhand finds. For full details, check the original post here. Thrifty Threads 365: one dress, multiple waysThere's nothing I love more than wearing a single garment multiple ways. And that's exactly what I have with this printed dress. Well, it actually started out as a fishtail skirt {see the original post in 2010 when I had a tailor transform it from a skirt to a dress}. I immediately noticed the bold pattern when I saw it in a bin at the Goodwill Outlet. I wasn't feeling the skirt, but knew I could have a tailor convert it into a strapless dress. I've worn it as a dress and now I'm rocking it as a skirt with the addition of a t-shirt and belt {both thrifted!}.

16 Jul

Posted at 03:00h in Cubicle Chic, Deals & Steals, shopping, Style Guide by
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Cubicle Chic: style solutions for work

We're finally in the thick of summer. Here in New York, some days it feels like you can cut the humidity with a knife. With temperatures quickly rising, the last thing you want to do is layer on clothing. But how do you remain professional when you literally don't want to wear anything at all? The key is to stick to lightweight fabrics.In this week's Cubicle Chic, we're showing you a few options for staying cool at the office when the temperature skyrockets. These are perfect when you're clueless on what to wear to the office when it's unbearably hot.