we all wish we had loads of money, i know.
i wish i lived a carrie bradshaw, sex-and-the-city existence
full of menolo blahniks
and dolce & gabbana
unfortunately though most of us cant spend 800$ on a dress.
thats why there are designer bargain websites offering the same amazing styles at a fraction of the cost!
hautelook has these amazing alexander mcqueen sunglasses that retail at 295$ for only 109$
what a deal! also sites like
and
offer great designers like zac posen and vivian tam on the cheap.
(well...cheap may not be the case ALWAYS but comparatively cheap for sure.)
i was in the market for an amazing leather bag, since someone broke into my car while i was at the gym and took my francisco biasia, and i came across gryson bags on gilt
for less that half the retail price!
so in todays economy, and with just plain smart thinking, its best to visit these sites when searching out quality pieces for a reasonable rate. after all, these are pricier because theyre built better and everyone needs a few key splurges!!!
whats in style is a constant question on my mind and
every now and again i come across the most fashionable finds....
finds that i MUST share with you all.
last saturday i think i found my answer to any holiday style dilemma...
who ever said holiday sweaters were ugly???
(obviously joking)
theres whitney & i...we both adorned red sweaters all by ourself!
ryan, whit, and i with all our holiday cheer!
this is josh..he doesnt wear glasses but he should. they look so studious.
my sweater was adorned with fabric i cut in circles and pinched then pinned...just like the coffee
filters. i also affixed gold tool around the collar. when i got there people said that my sweater wasnt ugly enough!!! ha.
he may think his blazer is cool but apparently i dont LOL
id like to think that this would be what Carrie Bradshaw might wear to an Ugly Sweater Party.
merry late christmas to all and to all a good night
Although this year is a bit of a frugal year for me,
and i'm making my Christmas presents this year as opposed to purchasing...
im still always on the lookout for a good deal.
Everyone loves Ugg Boots.
Well, everyone but me.
I dont see what makes them so special besides the fact that they were once worn by some celebrity which made most of America follow suit.
Im so thankful im not a name brand shopper.
I dont mind a few nice pieces, I love quality,
but what if you can get the same quality of an Ugg Boot for cheaper?
Now were talking!
The Ugg Boots are from Nordstrom
They retail for $179.95
These are Emu Boots from Macy's
and retail for $129.00
BUT
are on sale for $99.99
Both boots are sheepskin,
both are suede,
and both are stylish...
SO WHY PAY MORE?!?!
I was told by a few people that have lived/been to Australia that they all wear
Emu Boots, not Ugg Boots....
interesting.
There are so many cute Emu styles on their website...I want them all!
so last weekend my roommie amy and I went out...
we wanted to get all fancy...
(which for me usually means a dress)
and have a girl date.
i didn't have adequate time to actually think about what i was going to wear
so i darted into my dress closet...
yes i have a dress closet...
and pulled out this lovely number from target.
ok,
this dress is last season clearance for $7...
seven dollars?!?!?
luckily i was already wearing this $8 headband from a local boutique
and LOVE LOVE LOVE to wear
socks+boots whenever I can,
so this ensemble came together quite effortlessly. YAY.
(last thing i stress about is what to wear)
my boots were Candies from Kohl's for $35
and
my socks were $12 @
dress $7
+
headband $8
+
socks $12
+
boots $35
+
vip entrance to dance
+
late night lamb sliders
=
a cheap GREAT girl date!
($62 outfit for those like me that didnt major in math haha)
I love etsy!!!!
With the cold weather rolling in hats are a must. Not only are they functional
(since most of the body's heat escapes through the head)
but they are oh so fashionable!!
Im currently loving all things handmade so these choices from etsy are my favorites...
(she's out of Portland and has some beautiful dresses too)
Check out her etsy store and do some peaceful handmade holiday shopping from home.
Finally in November it seems to be feeling more like winter.
The nights begin earlier,
The rain is falling,
The baking has begun...
And its now time to
BREAK OUT THE BOOTS
These boots by
are only $50.00 on www.karmaloop.com and the perfect alternative to the pricier UGG boot.
Looking for a fancier boot to wear out on the weekend???
Here are my three favorites off www.endless.com
(free overnight shopping too)
Seychelles Spectacle Bootie $78.90-$99.95
Nine West Dabblit Ankle Boot $86.90-$108.95
Kelsi Dagger Rosabella Boot $199.95
Im also currently obsessed with
cowboy boots but a more equestrian riding boot is fitting this season so
I'm loving these $80.00 WANTED Stirrup Boots
on www.piperlime.com
The height + simplicity and the triangle toe + hardware = the perfect western rider
"Are you ready boots? Start Walkin'"
-Nancy Sinatra
