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What to Buy Fall 2008: Target
You know we love us some Target, and this fall is no exception. From Richard Chai, the GO International line, to some new Isaac Mizrahi, to hot shoes and handbags, we’re feeling a shopping spree coming on. Within our budget, of course. Some Target…Continue Reading
What to Buy Fall 2008: Forever 21
Ah, Forever 21. High quality? Not so much. On trend and super affordable? Definitely. Which is why we wouldn’t suggest you purchase your entire wardrobe there, but when it comes to fun trendy pieces that you don’t want to invest your life…Continue Reading
What to Buy for Fall: Macy’s
Macy’s is where to head when you want stylish but not super-trendy items of decent quality, on a budget. We think all these picks (sorted by trend) will serve you well through fall and into winter, but if we only had to pick one? Those to-die-for…Continue Reading
Fall fashion trends are great and all, but if your bank account is running a little thin these days (and seriously, whose isn’t?) picking up a few accessory updates and calling it good might just be the way to go. This season, of course, has it’s own accessory trends, but they’re ever so easy to get for less. Just keep reading:
The Cloche Hat We’re totally thinking of making the cloche hat our signature piece—it… Continue reading "Accessories: What to Buy Fall 2008"
Last year, I was heading to Chicago to do a TV segment for the Fox news station there on thrift stores. A fab reader named Clara suggested that I check out the Disgraceland Store on Clark St. I immediately fell in love with the store, especially its huge selection of vintage jeans for normal prices ($20 and under) and its staff member Paul, who was super nice as we tore apart and rearranged his store for the shoot. I’ve been back a few times… Continue reading "Chicago’s Disgraceland Shop is Closing"
Check out what our new blog, The Budget Ecoist, has to offer by way of tips for a green wardrobe, green home, and a green (and fun) Fourth of July!
- Mandinez Mandala is a new line from designer Jivelle Callender. Learn about their organic cotton tees and totes as well as the inspiration behind the intricate and soulful designs on the pieces. These items are friendly both to the environment and to our wallets too--tees start at $28.… Continue reading "Green Fashion, Holiday & Home: The Budget Ecoist"
Dear Budget Fashionista,
My husband and I are moving to Chicago this year from one of the fashion capitals of the US - Los Angeles! Does this means that my weekly trips to sample sales will have to take a back seat? Do you know of any good sample sales in that area?
Continue reading "Fashion Advice: Chicago Sample Sales, Boutiques, and more"The first round of the Paul & Joe collection at Target will be available in stores tomorrow, however the collection is available to online shoppers now. Here’s my favorite picks from the first part of the collection.
Check out the complete collection by visiting Target’s press room.
Wool Poncho, $59.99 Owl Pocket Skinny Denim Jeans - Vintage Wash, $34.99 Kimono Dress, $29.99 Silk Kimono Top, $39.99fashion… Continue reading "What to Buy Fall 2006: Paul and Joe at Target"
Forth and Towne, the Gap’s new store for the 40+ set, is opening a new store in Houston in September. Thanks I heart fashion for the tip.
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Continue reading "Forth and Towne Opening in Houston"Here’s some of my top picks for early fall from one of my top budget shopping spots Old Navy.
Wide Woven Leather Belt—Black, $24.50 Women’s Sleeveless Sweater Tunics, $29.50 Women’s Special Edition Skinny Jeans, $36.50 Women’s Sparkle-Trim Suede Flats, $19.50 Women’s Resin Bangles, $7.50
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