Friday, January 30, 2015

FASHION DEBATE: WRINKLE OR WRINKLE FREE ?

Wrinkles or No Wrinkles ? If given the choice hypothetically speaking the majority of people would choose to age throughout their life without a single wrinkle.  I’m the first to admit that if I can hold on to the fountain of youth in any way possible I would! Still, this is not reality, and as we age wrinkles are just inevitable. They show character, difference, uniqueness, and of course tell a story! Ironically, Fashion’s lbd is timeless, versatile, and an iconic piece that has aged gracefully throughout the history of fashion, without a single wrinkle! However, designers have come out with so many styles today, that buying the lbd may actually have a wrinkle or two!  So you may as well call me a walking contraction because on the surface of course I want to remain wrinkle free , but I prefer to choose that  lbd with a wrinkle or two for 2015 !


PICK  #1 LITTLE BLACK DRESS WITH EMBELISHMENTS


DESIGNER PICK #1 REBECCA TAYLOR $ 209.97 
–marked 65% off from it’s $595 PRICE

https://www.nordstromrack.com/shop/product/1098590/rebecca-taylor-rebecca-taylor-sleeveless-embellished-bodice-silk-
Marked 65% down



LOOK FOR LESS #1 CHARLOTTE RUSSE $26.99



http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Gold-Bar-Belted-Long-Sleeve-Dress/279147.uts?cid=ps:nonbrand:Google&adpos=1o16&creative=49952240944&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CjwKEAiA9KymBRD6g6iOvv2joU0SJAB0vRQyHZxdwjyME6e6JTEON1Gg9DIiaJXzOfBIa8KRedks-hoCs8Hw_wcB
SIMILAR TO MY DRESS- Gold Bar Belted Long Sleeve Dress at $26.99


My dress was found at the Strawberry Store in NYC for $14.00

For more information go to www.frugalfashionite.com 

Friday, January 16, 2015

BEAT THE WINTER BLUES- GO COBALT BLUE!

Suprisingly the best way to beat the winter blues, besides having a sip of spiked hot chocolate or going away to a warm climate is through wearing color!  One color that is practically great and flattering on all skin tones and body types is cobalt blue. An all time favorite of mine, and  an instant pick me up to beating what I call the fashion blues!  It’s a no brainer when you look good, you automatically feel good, and this color is great on all ages, body types, and skin tones!  Here are a few of my top picks to get you ecstatic in making an electrifying statement this season!


PICK #1 THE GO TO BLUE DRESS

DESIGNER LOOK #1 NBD X Naven  Dress $140.00

http://www.revolveclothing.com/r/Search.jsp?search=cobalt+blue+dress&dept=W


THE LOOK FOR LESS #1 A’GACI $13.00
http://www.agacistore.com/sale-last-chance/#start=160&sz=40
Tabbey Deep V Bodycon Dress- Agacia for $13.00

http://www.agacistore.com/sale-last-chance/#start=80&sz=40
Into Deep Zip Dress at $12.96- 2ND option



PICK # 2 HEELS MADE FOR WALKING


DESIGNER PICK #2 MANOLO BLAHNIK HEEL $595

http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/Manolo-Blahnik-BB-Suede-90mm-Pump-Cobalt-Made-to-Order/prod105180030/p.prod?ecid=BGCIGoogleProductAds&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=sku87700338




LOOK FOR LESS #2 CALVIN KLEIN $62.06
http://www.shoes.com/en-US/Product/EC1432949-5070735/rdspla&cvo_adid=5070735-EC1432949-8.0M&cvosrc=


Wednesday, January 14, 2015

A WINTER TREND: ONE BORDEAUX AT A TIME

Each year I find winter fashion to be more like an adventure of an never ending story. Unlike the summer where options are endless, winter fashion is a bit harder and trickier to pull off in style! If the everyday winter style could tell a story it would be either black or white meaning there is no balance it would either be a lot of drama or just a basic fairytale!  What if you were able to create an ideal winter fashion story with a balanced in between packed with adventure and the perfect amount of action without going over the top, but still being seen?  Bordeaux, known as the fresh color of Burgundy, or referred to as oxblood does just that!  Winter time brings out the best of Bordeaux from shades of liptick to  fine bottles of Bordeaux  \and of course fashion ensembles in this cranberry shade . Whether you drink Bordeaux, or wear it the most important thing to take into consideration is to go with “One Bordeaux at a time.”  Just like a glass of Bordeaux will be more delightful and beneficial to your well-being than drinking a bottle, similarly, rocking this hue one at a time will create just the right amount of excitement in your winter story without being over the top!  Find out a few of my favorite picks that do just that!



PICK # 1 PENCIL SKIRT

DESIGNER LOOK#1 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN $3,135


https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#tbm=shop&q=oxblood+pencil+skirt&spd=6036245586984965045
Alexander McQueen Leather Pencil Skirt at Nordstroms- Similar the picture of the celebrity  $3, 135


 LOOK FOR LESS #1  FOREVER 21 $15.90
http://www.forever21.com/Search/SearchResult.aspx#brm-search?request_type=search&search_type=keyword&q=burgundy%20pencil%20skirt&l=burgundy%20pencil%20skirt
$15.90 Woven Pencil Skirt at Forever 21

Similar to my skirt- My skirt was $ 9.99 on clearance at Strawberry Store in NYC


PICK #2- BAG




DESIGNER PICK  #2  HERMES $7,000

https://www.therealreal.com/products/women/handbags/handle-bags/hermes-sellier-box-kelly-35?sid=pxogmz&gclid=CjwKEAiAxNilBRD88r2azcqB2zsSJABy2B96Udbnk60QCcRDRuxtgOCmcMLFuqIKl36IrxFfliDKHBoCMIbw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
HERMES SELLIER BOX KELLY 35 $7,000


LOOK FOR LESS # 2 THELMA HARPER $49.99
http://www.dailylook.com/p/Totes/Thelma-Harper-Vegan-Leather-Tote/119231.html
Thelma Harper Vegan Leather Tote $49.99

For more information go to www.frugalfashionite.com

Friday, January 2, 2015

FASHION FIX: GARDEN PARTY IN THE WINTERTIME

Garden party anyone? I know I want in!  Who would of thought the best way to feel a bit more springy and in better spirits  in the midst of winter is to don florals in black and white. Florals is one of those prints that is always timeless no matter what the season is.  When it comes to making florals look effortless, and modern sporting it in Black and white makes your bloom one step ahead of the rest!  Black and white florals whether it’s graphic, vintage, abstract, or classic will always be a great fashion pick me up. Read on to find out my top picks to get similar high priced looks for less. 


DEISGNER LOOK # 1
Celebrities like Naomi Harris in the picture Beautiful in a classic Black and White Floral Vivenne Westwood Dress and Casadei Pumps at Virgin Atlantic Uniform Event on July 16, 2014. This dress can be worn all year round. $2,897 on matchesfashion.com and her Casadei "Blade" pumps in nude or black for $640 on  casadei.com



MY PICK FOR THE LOOK FOR LESS # 1
My look consisted of a white and black floral sleeveless body con draped tunic on sale from H&M store for $7.00 originally $24.95. It’s online for $17.00 now.  I paired with black leather legging to provide that rocker chic look combined with a classic look of florals. For a pop I added double  red strapped heels and clutch. Both the color red and double strap Mary Jane Inspired heels are trending this season.

http://www.hm.com/us/product/41660?article=41660-C&fromSearch=florals&cm_vc=SEARCH#article=41660-C
Draped Top in Floral Print for $17.99- my top*

DESIGNER LOOK #2
Brooklyn Decker wears an Isabel Marant tilda Hawaiian-modern silk dress cost
$1,090. This dress worn at the 2013  LA Screening Lot Party at Twentieth Century Fox Studio in 2013.  Price below at link.

http://www.fwrd.com/product-isabel-marant-tilda-hawaiian-modern-silk-dress-in-noir/ISAB-WD7/-  ORIGINAL PRICE


MY PICKS FOR THE LOOK FOR LESS #2


http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?br=F21&category=DRESS&productid=2000088463
Praire Floral Cutout Dress 16.99 at Forever 21 - 1st dress 

http://www.stylesforless.com/slvls-jacquard-skater-dress-1000075377
Resist Me Flower Skater Dress at www.stylesforless.com $24.99 -2nd dress


For more information go to www.frugalfashionite.com