Link Love: Living On A Budget, Little Black Dress, Sweater Cardigans and Handbag Tattoo

October 22, 2009 12:00 PM | Comments (0) | Posted in link love, little black dress, handbag tatoo, cardigans

Brunette On A Budget makes a confession on why she hates living on a budget.

A Few Goody Gum Drops has found that perfect little black dress.

Shopalicious lists down some trendy sweater cardigans for under $150.

Fashion Plate attended the handbag tattooing event at Hayden-Harnett.

Where to Get A Black Bridesmaid Dress on a Budget

May 14, 2009 06:00 PM | Comments (9) | Posted in budget bride, bridal fashion, little black dress, bridesmaid dress

Dear Budget Fashionista,

Do you know of any place to buy an affordable, cute “little black dresses”? The dress must be wearable as a bridesmaid’s dress for an evening wedding.

Answer: Try the Merona line at Target, which has a large selection of affordable, stylish black dresses, like the one shown to the left, all for under $50. I love the fact that they are available in a wide range of sizes 2-18 (and additional colors).

You can also check out the sales racks at stores like Nordstrom’s Rack, Dillard’s, and Macy’s. Online stores like eDressMe and Bluefly, is a great option when you’re looking for a designer dress (Bluefly has fabulous Nicole Miller dresses) at a discount.

Revisiting the Little Black Dress

October 7, 2008 04:00 PM | Comments (1) | Posted in forever21, nordstrom, old_navy, target, newport_news, delias, Target, Nordstrom, little black dress, fall fashion 2008

“THESE PRODUCTS ARE NO LONGER BEING SOLD”

What: The classic Little Black Dress as your budget go-to piece for fall/winter 08.

Why: If you need your fashion dollars to stretch even further than usual right now, it’s time to revisit that old standby, the Little Black Dress (or LBD). If you don’t already have one (and instead give into temptation each season to purchase a new, trendy, here-now-gone-tomorrow dress) we have some advice for you—get one. It may not be the most exciting option, but it is the most versatile, and with the right accessories? It’ll take you from function to function through the holiday season, in great style and without breaking the bank. Fortunately, black is in this season, and you’ll find everything from a simple sheath to some edgier options, as well as pieces that can go from casual to dressy. And as every good budget fashionista knows, value and versatility are the keys to being truly well dressed.

We’ve picked a few options (for under $50 each) that should take you through the season; just add a big clutch, a pair of peep toe pumps, and a statement piece of jewelry (maybe a chunky necklace or a metallic cuff bracelet) and go.

Knee Length Basic Dress, $19.90, Forever21

Danica Dress, $44.50, Delia’s

Isaac Mizrahi for Target Embroidered Lace Dress,  $39.99, Target.

Isaac Mizrahi for Target Envelope Back Dress,  $49.99, Target.

Mock Neck Ponte Knit Dress, $39, Newport News

Plus size: Cachet Matte Jersey Dress,  $49.90, Nordstrom

Women’s Plus Notch-Front Dress,  $32.50, Old Navy