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Christian Siriano and Payless Team Up
Christian Siriano and Payless Team Up
What: Project Runway Season 4 winner Christian Siriano (who we thought was fab) will design a line of shoes and bags for Payless for Fall ‘09, with price points of $25-$45. What We Say: We loved loved loved Siriano’s designs on Project Runway,…
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A Holiday Shopping Plan that Will Keep Cash in Your Wallet and Keep You Sane
Throw everything you’ve ever thought about holiday shopping out the window because it’s time for a massive reality check. We are officially in a recession, and while the results of Black Friday may show otherwise, America is broke. So this…
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Yea or Nay: Can Prices Be Too Low? The Threat of Deflation
Yea or Nay: Can Prices Be Too Low? The Threat of Deflation
As The Budget Fashionista, I love low prices, especially on items in which I could get an amazing cost per wear. However, while reading Time.com, I came across an article discussing what happens when prices become too low. Now, I must admit, I never really…
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Thakoon Panichgul is the next designer on tap for Target’s Go International Collection. Known for his feminine take on eastern style, Thakoon’s collection for Target will be priced from $16.99-$44.99 and feature a variety of seasonal staples including flutter sleeve tees, ruffled tanks and belted shirtdresses. Stand-out pieces include a floral print canvas coat, a shibori print ¾-sleeve dress, floral print shorts and a striped pleated… Continue reading "Thakoon for Target: Up Next For Go International"

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We all know Rihanna can rock just about anything she throws on, including the Factory Girl leggings she’s pictured in here. But if we’re looking to channel our inner rock chick, we need to do it on the cheap (until we make our first platinum CD, that is, which could be any minute now). We’ve found similar leggings for half the price, and pulled together the rest of the ensemble, too, on a budget:

Romeo & Juliet… Continue reading "Rihanna in Factory Girl Leggings: Look for Less"

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Where we shop for the holidays depends on where we can get the best deals, for the most part. Where do you prefer to spend your gift budget during the holiday season? 

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November 25, 2008 11:09 AM

British designer Matthew Williamson is partnering with H&M for a new collection, premiering in select stores on April 23, 2009. The collection will feature swimwear, women’s wear and Williamson’s first collection for men.

From the H&M Press Release: Matthew Williamson burst onto the London fashion scene in 1997, with a color-drenched collection modeled by Kate Moss, Helena Christensen and Jade Jagger. Since then,… Continue reading "Mathew Williamson at H&M"

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November 25, 2008 01:53 AM

Target recently announced a new partnership with high-end (like $325 for a pair of thong sandals) shoe designer Trish Carroll.

From Press Release:

Target is partnering with acclaimed accessories designer Trish Carroll to launch a limited-edition footwear collection, Miss Trish of Capri Target.  This collection is the fourth footwear launch in a series of limited-time-only accessories designers at Target.  The Miss Trish… Continue reading "Miss Trish of Capri at Target"

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Like countless other retailers, HSN is working to up its style quotient by partnering with big names in the fashion business. The latest designer to partner with HSN? Arnold Scaasi, who will launch an exclusive jewelry collection Dec. 5th just in time for the holidays.  Scaasi, a renowned couture designer, is recreating his iconic fashion jewelry collection with all pieces retailing for under $100.  The collection will be available exclusively… Continue reading "Arnold Scaasi to Create Jewelry Line for HSN"

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