13 Dec

Posted at 03:00h in Deals & Steals, Fab Under $100, shopping by
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Sequins, glitter and bold colors. These are the things some women dream of when it comes to adding a little flair to their wardrobe. And if you're not willing to spend a ton, Target is your one stop destination for all things sparkly.Cap toe pumps are a trend that's still going strong, so why not step in to this style with bold tones.  And for the woman who prefers a flat, pair comfort and style with these jeweled Mossimo ballet flats.

jeweled flats, Target cap toe pumps

Mossimo Women’s Viveca Pumps in Red, Navy, Fuchsia and Green - $32.99 Mossimo Women’s Valma Jeweled Flats in Red, Navy, Fuchsia and Green - $24.99

12 Dec

Posted at 03:00h in Beauty on a Dime, Fab Under $100, shopping by
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If there's a woman in your life who needs {and deserves} a bit of pampering, why not gift her bath and beauty products? She'll feel like she stepped in to a spa or salon, but it's cheaper and she doesn't even have to leave the comfort of her home. From bath sets to makeup palettes that flatter women of all shades, she'll love these picks. Oh, and everything's less than $100!
Argan oil works wonders for hair and skin and you can't go wrong with this six piece kit. They're travel-size, so perfect for a vacation or stashed in your purse for a mid-day touch up.
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24 Oct

Posted at 03:00h in Deals & Steals, Designer on a Dime by
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target and neiman marcus holiday collection

Designer collaborations have been around for years now and we know the drill. An affordable retailer {Target, H&M, Kohl's, etc} teams up with a high end designer {Jason Wu, Versace, etc}, everyone lines up in the wee hours of the morning to scoop everything up before they're sold out and selling for triple the original price on eBay.Well, this holiday season is no different. It seems every major chain is unveiling pieces for those who love high style but don't want to pay full price.First up, the Target + Neiman Marcus holiday collection debuts on December 1 in stores and online. The line features 50 items from top designers like Marchesa, Carolina Herrera and Tracy Reese. Items range from luggage, home decor and of course, clothes. Since it's Target, the price range starts at super affordable {just $7.99}, but this is also a designer collection so the most expensive piece is from Alice + Olivia, a $500 floral print bike.

10 Jul

Posted at 10:41h in Deals & Steals, Designer on a Dime by
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target and neiman marcus holiday collection

Versace for H&M. Missoni for Target. Alberta Ferretti for Macy's. Christian Siriano for Payless. These are just a few of the collaborations between affordable retailers and top name designers. And it's a trend that's not ending anytime soon.It was just announced that Target is teaming up with Neiman Marcus and 24 designers {including Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta and Diane von Furstenberg} for a holiday collection.I'm all for the designer collabos, they can be a great way to get a taste of your favorite designer without seriously going over budget. But...

12 Jun

Posted at 01:00h in shopping, Thrift by
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Are thrift stores too expensive
Maybe it's a product of living in NYC, or maybe this is something others are noticing in their cities, but it seems {some} thrift stores are becoming a bit more expensive, no?
The price tag above was for a dress at Goodwill. It was a pretty basic label and nothing fancy, so I was baffled at the $20 price tag. Really, $20 for a secondhand dress? For that price, you can get a frock from Forever 21 or the clearance rack at some stores.
Of course most secondhand garments don't fall in to this category, but I have noticed the occasional steep price tag. I typically chalk it up to the price you pay for thrifting in NYC but I've also seen some double take-worthy prices in other cities.