Thursday, February 22, 2018

HOW TO LOOK FASHIONABLE ON A BUDGET?

Hello everyone,

Who here loves shopping? I think we can all agree that's one of our favorite hobbies if not the TOP thing we most look forward to when the weekend hits. At least, that's the way I feel! I can shop for hours and hours, online, at the mall, even in my dreams LOL!

While buying a new seasonal dress brings me all the JOY, I like to shop smart because like they say money doesn't grow on trees. If it did, having a budget strategy in mind would be the least of my worries. As we live in the real world, sadly, this isn't possible, but the fact that you can look fashionable on a budget is. I'm going to share with you my ways of looking like you're wearing the most expensive brands (Chanel, Prada, Balmain, Fendi...) and how to stay within your budget when wanting to add new wardrobe pieces to your closet.

Are you ready for this? Let's talk FASHION!!!

1. LIFESTYLE CLOTHING

Shopping smart means buying clothing that you need, fits your personal lifestyle, you can get a lot of wear out of and fits your body shape. Don't make the mistake of purchasing a gown dress if you never attend fancy parties or buying something just because you saw a blogger wearing it, only to have it and wear it only once.

If you're a mom, you most likely will reach for comfy jeans, leggings, tees or sweaters, which is fine, since at the moment that is the current focal point in your life. On the other hand, if you're in the fashion business as a model, stylist or designer, your lifestyle will lead you in dressing up to the current trends with funky, cool, elegant, and all of the above pieces. So when you shop, keep your lifestyle in mind to help you make the right choice whether or not something should come home with you.

Also, when on a budget, to look fashionable, your new purchases should be able to mix and match with your current ones. Let's say you get a new cute skirt that doesn't go with any top you have, you'll never end up wearing it. The money you've spend on it will be wasted and that won't make you happy.

2. ACCESSORIES CAN CHANGE EVERYTHING

Accessories are a game changer and can be your best friend when it comes to looking fashionable on a budget. You may ask, how come? Well, with the help of accessories you can give the same outfit a different kind of vibe .Many times I've done just that! I've taken pants and a t-shirt and have turned it from edgy to feminine within seconds with a quick change in accessories. You can do that as well!

That's why the more accessories you have the better! If you can stock up on various type of hats, scarves, belts, earrings, necklaces... go ahead, so you can use your already existing clothing to play around with all kind of looks.

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3. SHOP THE SALES

Always be on the lookout for the sales in your favorite stores. There's nothing more satisfying than being able to purchase a whole outfit for under $50, because as we know, that can be otherwise impossible, since nowadays only a single pair of jeans costs around $50.

Very recently I took advantage of this tip and I'm beyond happy I was able to get a beautiful floral dress for only $6. Ohhh boy, this reminds me and makes me even more motivated to watch the sales for anything new I want to make part of my style. What's something you recently bought on sale and want to scream it out loud so the whole world hears you?

Here are the CURRENT SALES you should take full advantage of:

Saks Fifth Avenue: Spend $150+ on women’s denim, get $25 off. Spend $300+, get $75 off. Spend $500+, get $150 off. Valid through 2/26.

JCP: Enjoy 60% off when you spend $100+, 40% off $40+, or an extra 25% off select sale styles with code BUYNOW63. Valid through 2/22.

Saturdays NYC: Take up to 60% off. Valid through 3/22.

Scotch and Soda: Enjoy up to 50% off Winter styles. Valid through 3/1.

BCBG: Enjoy 25% off. Valid 2/25.

Neiman Marcus: Save up to 65% on select styles online. Valid through 2/25.

Minted: Get 15% off wedding orders of $350+ with code FEBWED18. Valid through 2/26.

Boohoo: Take 40% off everything (excluding sale) and free shipping on $30+. Valid through 2/26.

Gap: Take an extra 20% off your purchase with code FORYOU. Restrictions apply. Valid through 2/26.

4. DIY YOUR PIECES

The best way to get rid of anything old is by taking a chance on it and making it feel/look brand new again. Sometimes it can be something you just never seem to reach for anymore because you don't feel it's stylish enough. For example, I had this blue v-neck sweater that just hung there. I love the color and everything about it, I just rarely wore it, so I decided to sew some pearls to on the shoulders and now I get to add it a lot more into my style. Plus, having anything covered in pearls is super fashionable and such a big trend right now.

DIYing your clothing will take a bit more time, but trust me it saves you so much money and if you end up loving your final result, you'll no doubt feel like you just won "Project Runway". So get your cutting scissors, thread and start creating your masterpiece!

5. WEAR IT WITH CONFIDENCE

Most importantly, a big smile and confidence is what makes your outfit the most fashionable out there, even if you're wearing Target or Forever 21 clothing. Looking fashionable isn't defined by the brand you're wearing, but by the person who is inside. Keep that in mind and you'll always SLAY no matter what!!!

I know that there are girls (yes, YOU reading this post) who can rock a pair of Target sandals like they're the new Dolce & Gabbana. You've got that power within you, to make anything that touches your skin super fashionable!!!

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