Come SALE Away- the look for less (Part 1)

Come SALE Away- the look for less

This first post will be about what to splurge on and  what to save on when it comes to your closet.....my next post will be about the sites and sales that I go to for the look for less. 

I have expensive taste but let's be honest, we have bills, student loans, food, gas, etc.  I love good quality clothing but I rarely pay full price.  Sales and bargain locations are a must.  Many times I will be wearing an outfit and head to toe I spend less than $50-70.

TIPS- it is okay to "splurge" on classics by splurge I mean, these items are going to last a while and they will probably not go out of style for a long long time. 

 

Splurge worthy items include:

- Black Blazer

- Little Black Dress

 

- Great fitting/comfortable pair of jeans (traditional fit)

- a GREAT bra (your boobs and back will thank you...clothes will fit better and you'll feel hot)

- Classic pump (either nude or black, you can wear these with jeans, dresses, skirts, etc)

 

- White button up (pair this with statement jewelry, a jean jacket, lace shorts etc....goes a long way)

- a neutral coat

 

- Jean jacket

- Ballet flat

 

- Pair of equestrian boots (becoming a staple)

 

(**in my opinion these are staples.  You can pair these with dressed up looks and dressed down looks.)

 

 SAVE your Money on Trends- trends comes and go...some we LOVE to say goodbye to BUT if you are curious and want to try out looks SAVE on these items.

Pinch pennies on:

- Leather details - shorts, shirts, dresses

- Fringe- it comes and goes but it doesn't last long

 

- Sequins- yes, I love the bling bling too but this is a trend in my eyes, not a classic (except for NYE of course).

- LARGE statement jewelry- these can be costly...find the look for less and build your costume jewelry collection

 

- Cut outs- in dresses, tops, even pants

 

- Crop tops- self explanatory

 

(**You get the idea) 

Thrifty Wedding DIYs

Love is in the air......

But that doesn't mean your wedding budget has to be.

 

Many of my friends have gotten engaged recently.  Money is a big stress when it comes to the budget so, I found a few DIYs that will save you money and you can do in advance with inexpensive materials.  Please click on the underlined words for the tutorials.  ENJOY!!!

 

 

 

Dress up your pumpkins, bottles, vases with GLITTER.  This makes it look elegant and chic without spending a ton of money buying the same concept at the retailers.  You may use a stencil, tape, spray adhesive, glitter and set with HAIRSPRAY....yes, hairspray to prevent glitter fall out.

 

These star bursts to the right are small Styrofoam balls, dipped in glue, and rolled in glitter.....HOW EASY is that.  Then you spray paint some coffee stirrers or toothpicks gold and simply stick them in the foam to get the star burst look.  Hang these up for a dramatic look =)  ....gorgeous 

 

 

 

 

Paper flowers can be made with tissue or crepe paper, so inexpensive.  I LOVE THE LOOK and whimsy of it all.  Click on  "paper flowers" for the DIY link to these amazing creations.

 

 

 

Paper Garland is a great way to add your colors and style using tissue paper...this would be great for any party. 

 

 

 

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE! Why not use what you already have or what others have used for their weddings.  Recycle your Wedding is a site where you can get GREAT deals for wedding items at a discounted price from previous brides.  You can even talk with  the seller to get more details.

 

  

 

 

 

Save bottles and empty candles for centerpieces