looking-fly-on-a-dime-thrifty-threads-tank-dress-versatile-dress-hm-tank-dress What typically happens when I do an on-air fashion segment is I return the clothing. Well, during my last Today Show appearance, I loved a dress so much, I went back to the store and bought it.While I gravitate towards bold prints and structured garments, sometimes it's the most basic pieces that have a huge impact. That's what happened with this H&M tank dress that was just $12.95. It goes with everything and has been in heavy rotation in my closet for the past two months.

looking-fly-on-a-dime-thrifty-threads-thrift-store-style A few years ago I did a post entitled I Hate My Legs. I hated the way they looked in shorts. Not in dresses, but just shorts, which I felt highlighted my short, stumpy stems and chubby knees.

It's totally natural to have a body part that isn't exactly your favorite asset. Well, fast forward a few years and I'm proudly showing serious leg in a pair of DIY cutoffs.

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This week's blog theme has clearly been about summer style. From thrift shopping to pairing vintage with modern pieces, it's all about affordable must haves for the summer season. So it only made sense to round out the first week of the new season with a post devoted to the must have fashion pieces. Think of this as your capsule collection for summer, the only essentials you need to keep you cool and looking fly.
That's where ShopatHome.com comes in. The site offers coupons and cash back on purchases {yay, rebate checks} from more than 3000 retailers. Basically it's a great way to get savings on top of savings and even reap rewards for shopping. Check out the 7 summer style must haves and the discounts you can get.