Budget Chic - How to do Fashion On A Budget

Making my way back

Budget_Chic — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:44:18 +0000

Today was my first day back on the job! I was out for 2 weeks after my surgery, which was mid-level surgery, nothing major or life threatening – thank the Lord.

Thank you ladies for all of your well wishes, it was very thoughtful and I appreciated all of the support.

I’m doing well and I’m recuperating pretty well. I have to give credit to God of course, I made it through the surgery and the anesthesia (which I was very nervous about) since I’ve never had surgery before. I contribute my healthiness to all the wonderful, natural herbs I was taking prior to the surgery and afterward that help me to rebound and get back on the job in a reasonable amount of time.

I hope everybody is having a great week and don’t forget to enter the ShopBop $100 Giveaway below which will run for another week.

Floral Dress – Macy’s
Obi Belt – The Limited
Cardigan – Liz Clairborne
Leather Bucket Bag – Zara
Taupe Platforms – Aldo Shoes

Win a $100 ShopBop Gift Card

Budget_Chic — Fri, 04 May 2012 23:20:59 +0000

We are very pleased to partnered up with Shopbop.com again to give one lucky reader the chance to win a $100 gift card. Whether you’re looking for the perfect outfit or looking to get grab some after holiday deals, this gift card will definitely come in handy. Shopbop carries the most amazing, highly coveted designer clothing, bags, shoes, designer belts. They also carry the latest trends and styles Spring and bohemian style dresses. Torn by Ronny Kobo dresses and By Malene Birger dresses.

How To Enter:1) Leave a comment (make sure I have a good email address for you) and tell us what you would use the gift card for.

2) You can get a second entry by tweeting this giveaway “I want to win the $100 shopbop giftcard giveaway from @budgetchic.org.”

Contest ends on Sunday, May 20th at 12pm (EST). Have fun Ladies and get those entries in for a chance to win! Contest entries will be drawn at random using Classtools.net Random Name Picker.

The winner will be announced Thursday, May 24th.

Don’t forgot to check out Shop Bop Blog’s for the latest steals and deals!

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Back to Basics

Budget_Chic — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:17:09 +0000

This is my last outfit post for a minute, I will be out having surgery tomorrow. I will however, be posting a shopping haul later next week.

I might try and do the haul as a video but I’m not sure how to work my new camera. I guess I could figure it out now that I will be house bound for two weeks. I’ll give it a shot and see how things work out.

When time permits as I mentioned in my previous post I also plan on doing a handbag buying guide for women who are 5’4 and under, and I have a giveaway coming up. So I still plan on posting but will refrain from the outfit posting for at least two weeks until the doctor says I can be on my feet again (in heels).

Blazer - Sandro
Ponte Knit Pencil Skirt - Express
Bag- Michael Kors “Hamilton” Small Tote
Faux Snakeskin Belt – NY&Co
Yellow Pumps - Aldo Shoes

A quick rundown on my bargains am wearings. I got the blazer at KG Warehouse for $10 off the clearance rack, the skirt is from Express, I got it was $25 using a printable coupon.I hope everybody has a great week!

Colorblock Satchel – Bringing in More Bold Color – Pt. 2

Budget_Chic — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 13:34:55 +0000

I’ve really been getting into the color blocking trend lately, right up to my handbag! I found this amazing bag at Handbag Heaven and I thought it would work perfectly with all my outfit this summer. I love the briefcase look to it and the fact that it has a short handle and a shoulder strap if you want to rock it as a shoulder bag. Handbag Heaven is currently having a 15% sitewide sale so you do get a extra discount right now.

What I’ve come to realize over the years is when you’re short in statue (like I’m) you can’t buy long handle bags. I’m always on the hunt for briefcase style bag, satchel with short handles with a shoulder strap option. I’ve come across some really great bags that I’ve had to pass up because the strap was too long and the bag would have been dragging on the floor.

When time permits I plan on doing a handbag buying guide for women who are 5’4 and under, so stay on the look out for that.

Cobalt Jersey Jacket -  F21
Apple Green Ponte Knit Skirt -  Steinmart
Color Block Clutch  - Handbag Heaven
Red Pumps Jessica Simpson

I’ll be posting one or two more pictures before I’m out for a while. I’m having surgery this Thursday and I won’t be able to post outfit pictures for a few weeks as I will have to stay off my feet. However, I will probably post some of the summer pieces I hope to purchase and a recent shopping haul of deals I picked up this weekend.

I hope everybody has a great week!

Fresh Summer Wear

Budget_Chic — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:03:36 +0000

Summer season is almost upon us, and the latest contributions from the fast moving world of fashion are hitting the stores. Stripes are back, and many zesty designs are available with choices of black and white, neutral, pastel, or bold colors. Floral patterns are also on the scene, in the same multitude of colors and with many interesting and refreshing designs. On-line stores are offering the highest amount of choice compared to their high street counterparts, and summer frocks on Zalando and other such stores are keeping their finger on the pulse of the current fashion trends.
Striped summer dresses are hot this summer, and this type of clothing goes perfectly with the right belt or sash. By matching your belt or sash with a similar color/style of handbag or purse you can enhance the look, and add consistency to your individual style. Sandals are also in fashion, and are available in striped designs that will suit an understated approach, without looking like a barber’s pole!
Floral patterns and designs are a strong presence in this year’s summer clothing range. The fabrics being utilized in this seasons clothing are intended to give the wearer a feeling of comfort and warmth, whilst appearing light, fresh and smart. Although pastel shades are tipped again for this season, the bold and confident floral patterns that are available can give a striking and unique appearance to the wearer, as designers make the most of photographic prints and strong color bases.

Many people have their own individual style, and this summer will bring the clothing and accessories that will enable the wearer to express their own unique style with confidence. Keeping up with the rapid moving fashion world is easier than most perceive, and selecting a new wardrobe does not have to cost the Earth.

Bringing in More Bold Colors

Budget_Chic — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:23:21 +0000

I was buying some towels in Tarjay last week and I saw that they marked down the nude platforms I’d been eyeing to $20 from $29. Perfect!

I paired them up with some colorful pieces to wear to work. I think one of my best find’s last month was two felt obi belts I found at a Junior store for $7.50. I got the tangerine and brown belt and it just so happened that the tangerine belt matched my cardigan to a tee!

What was some of your best fashions finds last month?

Mossimo Nude Sandals – Clearance $20

Cardigan – Anne Klein
Obi Belt – Jr. Store
Fuchsia Skirt – NY&Co
Colorblock Clutch – CATOs
Nude Platforms – Mossimo

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Color Block Shift Dress

Budget_Chic — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:04:47 +0000

I love the new full-on colorblock trend this season! It’s actually been out for at least three seasons now, but you know how long it takes for runway trends to hit consumers in the retail stores.

I found this dress is Marshall’s for $29 and I love it because it’s a flowly stretch fabric that works well for me right now since my weight is up. I’m having surgery in a few weeks, so I want to keep my weight up right now because I know I will lose weight after the surgery and I don’t want to look crackhead crazy.

The fabric on this dress is perfect because I can always belt-it up and it would still work even after I lose weight. It’s a dress you can work with if you’re up or down a few pounds with the right waist cincher (an obi belt would be spot on).

I think they are selling a similar dress like this at NY&Company, anyway I really like this trend, so expect to see more dresses like this from me.

Dress – Marshall’s
Clutch – Chocolate Handbags
Shoes – Guess

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Dress – NY&Co

Plus Size Dress – Belk

Shoes – Zappos.com

Clutch - Amazon.com

Just Checking In

Budget_Chic — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 03:55:45 +0000

I haven’t felt like posting pics lately because one, I’ve been extra busy and two I haven’t really been buying any clothes because my weight is up right now. I go through these period when I’m not interested in clothing and would much rather go furniture shopping or dig into a books I’ve recently purchased; that’s how I’ve been feeling lately. I’m read a very interesting book “Harlem: The Making of Ghetto” which gets into how urban community in the North were started prior to World War I.

I still haven’t figured out how to use my new camera, yet. I must admit I haven’t really been putting any time into it. So it back to old reliable Canon A80, its easy and convenient right now and it still takes good picture.

Khaki Trench -  Old Navy
Tie Bottom Jeans -  Catos
Metallic Clutch  - Catos
Lucite Strap Sandals

I know am dressed kinda crazy right now because I’m wearing a trench with sandals, go figure. I’m just having a moment alright, alright. I got this trench at Old Navy for $15 dollars and I got the lucite and black strap sandals (which I love) for $24 at a local junior store. Both were really good deals and I love, love, love the metallic mixed colored clutch I got from Catos. I’m really building up my clutch collection. I’ll have to do a post about that soon. I hope everybody has a great week!

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Trench – Zappos.com
Trench – Macy’s

Baggy Jeans – Zappos.com

Metallic Clutch - Nordstrom

Sam Edelman “Uma” Animal Print Booties

Budget_Chic — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:20:25 +0000

I’ve been stalking these Sam Edelman booties since they came out last Fall. They were $250 dollars so I knew I had to wait it out. Finally they went on clearance at Belk and I got them $75. Yeah!!! I actually had to get the size 7 shipped to me because my local Belk only had a 6.5. I’m so happy right now. I love the combination of animal prints on these and I just think you can rock them with everything!

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Guess Colorblock T-Strap Pumps

Budget_Chic — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:12:34 +0000

Guess color-block red and fuchsia T-Strap Heels. I got this at Burlington Coat Factory for $40. I’m not a fan of t-strap heels but the colors were so yummy I had to have it.

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