Tag: Shopping

Fall Fashion Trends: Savvy Savers Edition


Time to shop and save!

 

Just like last week, when we viewed some of the most expensive items for the fall fashion trends, we’re going to take a look at more affordable trendy pieces.

 

 

Where can plus size women find trendsetting fashion, you ask…

 

Here’s the answer, trend by trend…

 

 

 

 

Where to buy

 

1) $35 ~ Camo Sneaker ~ GUESS

 

2) $25 ~ Camo Skinny Jeans ~ Deb Shops

 

3) $64 ~ Camo 501 ~ New Balance

 

4) $50 ~ Halter Maxi Dress ~ Ashley Stewart

 

5) $69 ~ Twill & Leather Jacket ~ Dollhouse

 

 

 

Where to buy (clockwise from left)

 

$50 ~ Multi-zip Jacket ~ Ashley Stewart

 

$128 ~ Harlow Biker Jacket ~ City Chic

 

$36 ~ Faux Leather Sleeveless Top ~ ING

 

$59 ~ Frill Blondie Jacket ~ One Stop Plus

 

 

 

 

Where to buy 

 

 

 

1) $8 ~ Plaid Leggings ~ Rue 21

 

2) $27 ~ Snapback Baseball Hat ~ Debshops

 

3) $27  ~ Destructed Skinny Jeans ~ Debshops

 

4) $35 ~ Harrison Boot by Route 66 ~ KMart

 

5) $17 ~ Sleeveless Flannel Top ~ Rue 21

 

6) $19 ~ Lace-Up Bootie by Bongo ~ KMart

 

 

But wait!

 

There’s more….

 

I have a penchant for expensive things but the budget of a pauper. So when it’s time for me to ACTUALLY pull the trigger and buy something, you better believe I’m making a well-thought budget conscious decision. Although, there are several items I don’t mind spending a little extra money on and those pieces are usually wardrobe staples. Think, classic and timeless but when it comes to trends…I’m definitely the cheap chic chick!

 

 

 

 

 

Where to buy (from left to right)

 

$26 ~ Mossimo Peep Toe Pump ~ Target

 

$79 ~ Go Grey Military Jacket by Last Kiss ~ Alight

 

$37 ~ Aldo Black & White Studded Satchel ~ ASOS

 

$22 ~ Black Moto Vest by Bongo ~ Kmart 

 

$40 ~ Snake Print Stilettos ~ Target

 

 

 

 

Where to buy (clockwise)

 

$60 ~ Military Jumpsuit ~ Ashley Stewart

 

$64 ~ Lulu by Lulu Guinness ~ JCPenney

 

$14 ~ Xhilaration Patent Pump ~ Target

 

 

 

Where to buy

 

1) $68 ~ BCBGeneration Tote ~ Macy’s

 

2) $98 ~ Steve Madden Satchel ~ Macy’s

 

3) $178 ~ Legacy Flap Clutch ~ Coach

 

 

 

See, it’s easy to stay on trend, in style, and on budget! Let’s thank our lucky shopping stars for stores like Target, Ashley Stewart, OSP, Macy’s, and JCPenney! If you want reminisce about the drool worthy items from last week, be sure to CLICK~~~> HERE (Colors Part One) and HERE (90’s Grunge Part Two)

 

Time to go shopping!

 

 

 

30 Days of Shoes for September: Day 1

September is readers choice month!

 

Not exactly sure if that’s a real thing but it’s definitely something I created for all of you wonderful readers aka my “stylish sweets!” Last month, I posted a poll question for my Facebook fans and Instagram followers. Wanting to hear from you guys, the question was…

 

Would you rather see?

A) 30 days of heels

B) 30 days of any shoes

C) 30 days of bags

D) something else

 

So, you have spoken, well, some of you and it’s been decided that it’s a tie! We’re all shopaholics and lovers of fashion, a tie is only fitting! The winning votes were for B) 30 days of shoes and D) 30 days of shoes under a certain price…that’s almost the same thing and it’s absolutely fabulous!

 

 

Here are the first pair of shoes…

 

$89

 

 

 

Have you guessed the 30 day theme? It was hard, trust me!

The task was putting these 30 days on a budget. Easier said than done. My first idea was anything under $50 but then I realized, we could possibly miss out on tons of cute shoes. The next thought was $75 but what about those designers that price shoes at $89 or $99?! What about the $149 pair that could be on sale this week? See, it gets tricky!

 

30 Days of Shoes Under $100 = problem solved!

 

Can’t wait to see the next 28 days!

 

Happy Shopping!

 

 

Fall Trends 2013 (Pt.2): Splurge Worthy


Welcome to part two of the “Splurge Worthy Fall Fashion Trends of 2013.”

 

No need to get discouraged stylish sweets, the savvy saving fashionista in all of us will be revived for next week series. For now, it’s time to let our eyes glisten with price tag envy!

 

1992 called and they told us to come get EVERYTHING!

 

 Yes! The 90’s are back like they never left so if you grew up wearing tartan flannel shirts, chunky heels and loose clothes to school almost everyday (like me), this fall trend is for YOU! Even if you didn’t go through the tomboy phase…there is no time like the present.

Where to buy: clockwise


$54 ~ Studded Plaid Shirt (black & white/red) ~ Pretty Rebel

$208 ~ Wren Moto Jacket ~ Mynt1792

$119 ~ Silk Tartan Tank ~ Ralph Lauren

I’ve gotta be honest here…I never really stopped wearing plaid or army fatigue. Not all out Bob Vila but I’ve bought at least one plaid shirt or dug out one of my exes old shirts for lounging around. This may just be a blessing in disguise! Kudos to me for not ever completely growing out of the 90’s!

There is a new trend for 2013…a more feminine grunge; ruffles on camo, studs on plaid…you name it, it’s out there!

Where to buy: clockwise

$90 ~ Embellished Camo Jacket ~ Lane Bryant

$254 ~ Uniform Jacket ~ Navabi

$81 ~ Parka Jacket ~ ASOS Curve

$198 ~ Wool Military Coat ~ Vince Camuto

This is easy, anything with a lug sole or buckles…..buy it! Of course, these are great to look at and own but be sure to stay tuned for the less budget breaking trends!

Where to buy: clockwise 

$1750 ~ Leopard Boot ~ Giuseppe Zanotti

 

$1795 ~ Camo Combat Boot ~ Valentino

 

$1290 ~ Miu Miu

 

$1095 ~ Biker Buckle Bootie ~ Jimmy Choo

Leather, leather and faux leather!

As plus size women, we have a hard time finding the fashion trends in our size but not this season! Even though most designers aren’t catering to our BILLION DOLLAR bottoms, the ones that are, have done it right!

Where to buy: clockwise

$139 ~ Leather Jeggings ~ Jessica London

$178 ~ Leather & Pointe Top ~ Halogen

$88 ~ Faux Leather Tee ~ Mynt1792

 

$350 ~ Night Sneaker ~ BCBG Maxazria

Relaxed and Distressed:

Whether it’s denim or harem…you can’t go wrong with these comfy on trend styles!

$229 ~ Neo Beau Distressed Jeans ~ James Jeans

 

$93 ~ Utility Pants ~ ASOS Curve & Plus Size

 

$80 ~ Distressed Jeans ~ Lane Bryant

 

$390 ~ Cargo Pants ~ Fuzzi

Fall Trends 2013 (Pt.1): Splurge Worthy


Fall ready looks with high price tags!

 

Don’t worry, we’re just looking…

 

These are some of my favorite designers and crazy good looks for the fall season of 2013. Totally worth $plurging on (if you have it, of course.) Let’s start off this series with something we ALL need in our closets…….

 

 

 

 

Whether you like “cool and muted,” “dark and deep” or “vibrant and bright” colors, this is the season to try them all.   Jumping right into the deep end, I chose purple. Of course purple is a sign of royalty so that helps boost the confidence level a tad. Also on trend…matching your colors. I’m beyond excited for this! It’s like the old rules of fashion, match your bag with your shoes and belt!

 

 

Where To Buy: (clockwise from left)

 

$395 ~ Animal Print Satchel ~  Longchamp

 

$725 ~ Stiletto Heels ~  Gucci

 

$385 ~ Suede Pumps ~ Chie Mihara

 

 

 

 

 

$194 ~ Swirled cardigan ~ Nic + Zoe

 

$78 ~ Merino wool sweater ~ Halogen 

 

$88 ~ Pleated blouse ~ BB Dakota

 

 

 

If you’re not one for dark shades or not ready for fall tones just yet, try the muted pastels; dusty rose and pale pink are definitely a do for fall. Speaking of muted colors…these colors seem to be far from it! They may not be as bold or bright but they’re definitely just as pretty and chic.

 

 

Where to buy: clockwise from left

 

$845 ~ Rockstud Caged Ballerina ~ Valentino

 

$898 ~ Legacy Embossed ~ Coach

 

$695 ~ Ballerina Flat ~ Valentino

 

$1590~ Leather & bows  ~ Miu Miu

 

 

 

 

 

 

$78 ~ Embellished Sweatshirt ~ Gibson

 

$200 Silk Top ~ Baum Und Pferdgarten 


 $99 ~ Mersa Top ~ Baum Und Pferdgarten

 

$137 ~ Kiss Top ~ Baum Und Pferdgarten

 

(The three Baum Und Pferdgarten tops are all from Saint Bustier, a shopping site that features clothing for bustier women.)

 

 

 

 

And you absolutely CANNOT go wrong with black or white! Better yet, how about black AND white! Check out these monochrome accessories!

 

 

Where to buy: (left to right)

 

$795 ~ Ankle-tie pumps ~  Giorgio Armani

 

$1295~ Top-handle satchel ~  Michael Kors

 

 

 

No matter what you choose, there is no wrong answer, so feel free to experiment with your wardrobe! That’s all for now folks but be sure to check back here for the rest of the fall fashion series! You don’t wanna miss more bank busting styles and the penny saving looks to follow!

 

Lustful Looks


Hey there stylish sweets! Welcome to another mid-week in August, we won’t be able to say that pretty soon! As September approaches, the weather cools down, trees lose their leaves, and we start reaching for layers. For fall, I’ll continue to do shopping posts which feature items that are affordable and those that are, um, shall we say…not too affordable for us everyday chicks! Also, drum roll please… New York Fashion Week is coming up in September as well. Definitely excited for that but between those runway posts, I’m thinking of doing an everyday post just for the month of September. Currently trying to decide between “30 Days, 30 Heels” or just “30 Days, 30 Shoes”…what do you guys think?

Anywho, now that I have you all caught up…let’s look at a few things I’m lusting over right now! Some of these are far out of my reach but that won’t stop me from drooling over them from time to time. See what’s on my mind and what needs to be in my closet, after the jump! (click “read more” below)

(1.) $995 ~  Charlotte Olympia ~ Pandora Pisces Clutch

 

(2.) $1,270 ~ Roberto Cavalli ~ Baroque Cap Sleeve Dress

 

(3.) $750 ~ Eddie Borgo ~ Alternating Pave Cone Bracelet
(4.) $1,150 ~ Tom Ford ~ Padlock Ankle-Wrap Suede Pump

 

(5.) (contact Chanel for prices) ~ Bows, Gunmetal & Pearls Jewelry Set

 

(6.) $750 ~ Lanvin ~ Beetle Print High Top Sneaker

 

(7.) $4,250 ~ Jason Wu ~ Pleated T-Back Combo Dress

 

(8.) $425 ~ Prada ~ Daino Pleated Wristlet Clutch

 

(9.) $1,495 ~ J Brand ~ Ready to Wear Connix Cropped Jacket

Ok, so you see the price tags…I’ll just enjoy lusting from a distance this time around. Although, every single piece would look very good in my wardrobe! ‘Twas fun dreaming, don’t you think?! What’s something you’re drooling over this month?