Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 19, 2010

Target is the answer to every CheapChica’s prayers, right? No question the place is heaven-in-a-superstore… I never in a million years would have thought I’d be able to buy Alexander McQueen, Rodarte, Jean Paul Gualtier , etc. while at the same time stock up on toilet paper and rice krispie treats!!! But I have to admit IMO, the past couple designer collections have been a total snooze…but never fear the current batch of big names will not disappoint.

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The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

APRIL 16, 2010

Hey everyone! Guess what? Perricone and I have teamed up again to offer another one of their brilliant Perricone Creams. This time it is their High Potency Eye Lift Cream ($95 value). The Perricone High Potency Eye Lift Cream has been seen in Vanity Fair and is a "quick-absorbing eye lift cream formulated to help repair the advance signs of aging." Unlike other eye cream products, the Perricone High Potency Eye Lift Cream is specifically designed to help the advance signs of aging by firming sag

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 19, 2010

Finance has always been a interest of mine ever since I can remember. I have always been a frugal shopper at heart. I think it runs in my viens. My mother was the sales rack queen and still is, and my dad has a New York state of mind "where everything can be talked down in price" and I mean EVERYTHING. But money and knowing how to create wealth has been on the for front of my mind now that I am at the age to really start thinking of retirement.

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Work With What You've Got

APRIL 30, 2010

Remember yesterday when I said Nathan was going to look for a denim jacket for me to make into a vest? Not only did he find one that was the perfect fit, the perfect wash and in great condition, he cut off the sleeves and washed and dried it so that it was ready for me to style when I got home. Perfection, no? I guess I am officially riding the double denim train now.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 7, 2010

Everyone is taking the statement necklace to another level with the made to wear bib necklaces; however I am privy to turning my own twists on the trends. To that end I have been perusing etsy for neckwear that goes against the grain a bit; enter the designs of White Owl. I have been a fan for several months now, they create delicate, feminine, and unique accessories at prices that keep you coming back for more.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 26, 2010

You know those girls who just know everything about every beauty product out there, well Jenn Falik is one of those girls! Aside from being absolutely gorgeous (who doesn’t want to take beauty tips from someone this pretty?!?)– Jenn is unbelievably knowledgeable when it comes to the latest and greatest in beauty buys! So much so that MSN has just handpicked her to host their new Beauty BFF web series–a can’t miss if you want to get the inside scoop on everything beauty!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 18, 2010

Boat Shoes…Top-Siders…call them what you want, but they’re one of the hottest footwear trends this season when it comes to keeping your feet comfy and cute all Summer long! OK, so they’re not the most attractive or sexiest pair of shoes out there and they totally remind me of something my father would wear, but they’ve appeared in every fashion magazine from Glamour to Lucky and they’re starting to grow on me!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 27, 2010

Rompers slowly crept onto the scene last summer but this year, they are absolutely everywhere! I especially love all the gingham and little floral prints I see girls rocking. But, if you are like me, every time you try one on that looks super cute on the rack you end up racing out of the fitting room in horror. Honestly, most of them make me look like I am either two years old or auditioning for the part of Chrissy in the remake of Three’s Company.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 28, 2010

Always one of my faves, through Sunday EVERYTHING is 50% off at New York & Co …I’m buying this dress in every color! Then we have Friends & Family over at Macy’s where you can save 25% off with code MACYSFF and it even applies to clearance items so take full advantage…this runs today through May 3! Click here to print your Savings Pass!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 15, 2010

…which is why I was beyond excited to find this pair from Seychelles at Nordstrom two weeks ago! Now I know I’m going to piss a lot of people off with this next comment, but I really feel this way, therefore I’m saying it… I kind of hate wedges in any other color but Nude/Vachetta. Now I know they’re comfortable and as someone who’s only 5′1″ (yes Melissa, I grew!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 5, 2010

I happen to be one of those girls that just loves bikinis–it’s one of my favorite things to buy and I truly look forward to bikini shopping every year! It’s not that I think I look good in one by any means, but I think it’s about having a reason to shop for them, like a fabulous vacation to a tropical place, that makes it fun for me!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 4, 2010

When I spotted this shot of High School Musical darling Vanessa Hudgens on Free People ’ s Facebook page , I totally fell for the look: it’s comfortable and carefree. And on trend! Most girls would hesitate to integrate a floppy hat into their wardrobe (unless they were lounging on the beach), but Vanessa shows us all here how it can work so well… a risk worth taking indeed!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 13, 2010

A few times a year brands/designers (DKNY, Free People, etc.) come out with this “multiple&# concept–a dress, shirt, sweater that you can style in various ways…and up until now, I’ve never been quite sold on the concept. In the past, my problem with this type of style is that while it could be re-worked into several different configurations, I usually only liked one or two–but with this version, I’m actually liking most of the options and I’m loving the

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 16, 2010

Girls… you have so many options with this trend! Initially, I thought I would narrow it down to either rings or necklaces, or bracelets… but I just couldn’t. As I was searching for options I told myself: since when is there a trend that is this broad and this accessible at a variety of price points? Faceted stone jewelry : it’s everywhere, and in every form.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 6, 2010

Yes, I had (and might, in some ways, still have) some serious doubts. This is a tricky trend, but I will say this: there is a cute way to wear clogs that will not automatically render you 1994–for example, Mary Kate Olsen in her Chole clogs pictured here! She looks so stylish and summer-y that it inspired me to look for some that I’d actually consider buying!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 2, 2010

Feeling a bit daring? If you want to make a statement in a place other than your neck this season, turn to your new best friend: the two-finger ring. Hard-edge rendered feminine by a wise use of materials and design, I think sporting one of these is a bold choice that can also be curiously… understated. Depends, like all jewelry, on what kind you fancy….

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 25, 2010

This picture doesn’t quite do it justice, but I’ve been wanting one of these Carlos Falchi snake-embossed tote bags for some time now… I travel so much and because of that, I’m always on the lookout for a great new tote to add to my ever-growing collection, but these Falchi’s came with a pretty hefty price tag ($200) and with so many great totes out there for a fraction of the cost, I couldn’t never justify spending the money on them.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 12, 2010

I don’t know about you, but when I travel I look nothing like this! Now don’t get me wrong…I’m not into schleppy gear either…no Juicy sweat suits or gym clothes for this frequent flier! But there’s no way in hell I’m going to be racing through airports in 5″ heels a la Posh Spice! I guess if I had handlers and people to carry all my crap I might reconsider, but either way, Victoria Beckham looks so chic and pulled together in her cargo pants/blaz

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 1, 2010

Finding the perfect dress for a special occassion can be a real challenge, especially if like most of us you’re on a tight budget. Well I have a brilliant (yes, I’m calling it brilliant) solution for that and it’s called Rent The Runway ! This easy to use website let’s you rent designer dresses from some of the biggest names in fashion–and we’re not talking lame wanna-be fashion brands–I’m talking serious designer clout like G iambattista Valli, B

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 30, 2010

I think GOD has answered my prayers!!! AMEN. The Elizabeth and James Across the Hand Double Feather Ring is now at a price I can afford. The day I layed my eyes across this ring I was in LOVE, but for $425 I knew it could never be mine. It is like that guy you date you have great chemistry but you could never be. I felt like this LOVE AFFAIR WOULD NEVER BE.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 13, 2010

Great Deals courtesy of Cheapalicious Delia's : Take 15% Off Your Entire dELiA*s Purchase! Use code D15CPN Alloy : $20 off orders $75 or more. Coupon code: 20DISCA. Expires 6-10-10 Torrid : 10% off your purchase. Coupon code: 4AF10OFF. Expires 5-15-10 Urban Outfitters : 10% off your order. Coupon code: UOUOUO. Expires 5-15-10 Sephora : 15% off your purchase (must be a Beauty Insider).

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 8, 2010

WE HAVE A WINNER!!! Li Kage of Sample Sale Websites is the winner fo the Fashion Without Guilt Jewerly Giveaway. Li Kage I would love if you send me some pictures of you wearing the ring to share with my readers. THANK YOU SO MUCH TO ALL WHO ENTERED. I will be having another giveaway very soon. Pictures of So Good Jewelry Here are the details of Giveaway: You have to be/become a FAN of Fashion Without Guilt on our FACEBOOK or TWITTER to be eligible for the contest.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 8, 2010

ZAC POSEN FOR TARGET !!! Zac Posen is one of my favorite designers. He truly designs for the silhouette of a women's body and it does not hurt that he is a cutie too. ;) Wink. Wink. Yet again, Target has used their power to summons another high end designer to bring their usually unattainable designs to the everyday consumer. Just like upcoming shoes line by Cynthia Vincent for Target , they have another grand slam on their hands.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 30, 2010

I feel like I’m always living out of some tote bag or a rolling suitcase trying to get from point A to point B with all of the things I need and trust me, that’s a whole lot of things for this girl! An extra pair (or several sometimes!) of shoes, my make up bag, a curling iron and several outfit changes are just part of my daily arsenal!!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 23, 2010

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of beautiful stationary… it gives everything a personalized touch and in a world when an email now counts as a formal “thank you&# note, it’s really nice to get something handwritten in the mail! One of my absolute favorite sites to buy modern, personalized stationery is Minted.com. They have such a beautiful selection of styles and they really do have something for everyone!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 20, 2010

I first tried Anastasia brow highlighter (which comprises one half of this conveniently compact product) when I chose it as one of my courtesy free samples in placing an order with Sephora.com… love that feature, don’t you? Well, let me tell you… this stuff is awesome. Eye contouring, no matter how subtle, does me a whole lot of good. It makes my eyes pop, look more sophisticated…and all out amazing!

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The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire

APRIL 15, 2010

Miss me? So sorry that I have had some serious lack of blog posting this week.things have been super crazy and super busy between hanging with friends, seeing family, and moving. I don't know what is up or down. Oh yeah, I never said. I am moving May 1st.still living in Boston, but actually down the street where I live now. Yeah, I know. I like to live life on the edge.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 30, 2010

Here is a update on my progress from " Help I Am In A Fashion Depression ". First I want to thank everyone that gave me support and understood exactly where I was coming from. It was actually surprising to see how many of you felt somewhat the same way. I was glad to know that I was not the only one that felt that way. So here is my progress from the past weeks.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 21, 2010

Coachella has come and gone for 2010. I was personally invited by H&M to blog about the fashion and happenings of this year's Coachella but due to such short notice I was not able to attend. :( Yes I shed a tear or two. But no worries there were some many others there getting coverage of this event. The main reason for truley wanting to attend. was to wear oversized clothing with exposed undergarments and ROCK OUT with my other fellow fashionistas.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 19, 2010

This guest post was contributed by Sara from Star Costumes after reading my article about being in a Fashion Depression and thought that adding a little flair to your office outfits can help break the corporate monotony. THANK YOU SARA. Dealing with a conservative office environment ? It can be tough when you want to spice up your outfits but are constrained by the oh-so-boring black pumps and senator cardigans that everyone else at your workplace is sporting.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 8, 2010

Pearlescent Cluster Necklace $14.80 – Forever 21 Sullen Braided Necklace $19.80 – Forever 21 ASOS Double Row Chain Necklace With Pearls $12.43 Chiffon Pearlescent Necklace $12.80 – Forever 21 Triple-strand gem necklace $19.99 Chiffon Pearls $8.80 – Forever 21 For more details, or to purchase please click on the items above. Tags: accessories pearl necklace pearls jewelry mother of pearl Forever 21.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 6, 2010

Rachel Roy and Estelle have teamed up to create a very unique and affordable Limited Edition Jewelry Collection. I am a HUGE FAN of Rachel Roy. When I see her clothing, I feel elegance and style but always a element of comfort. As I learned and came across the collection I was immediately in LOVE. The soft jeweled tones with accents of gold is a perfect channeling for this spring season.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 21, 2010

Ahhhh… blazers! I can’t get enough of them! If you look in my closet, I literally have 30 of them all grouped together in all different colors, cuts and fabrics and that’s for a very good reason–I’m a lazy dresser sometimes and a blazer is an easy way to look dressed when you’re really just wearing a white V-neck and jeans!

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 25, 2010

I’m in no way a follower of sports, but I married a man who is–so I’ve been condemned to a life of football games, draft nights, fantasy leagues and even having to spend my 1st wedding anniversary watching the Phillies play part 1 of Game 5 in the World Series. And yes, babe, you will forever “owe me&# for this one! Anyway, I’m not one to wear jerseys…my reasoning is I feel like a poser and I just don’t think girls look as cute as they think they do in

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 22, 2010

Gahhhh. I love this outfit! For so many reasons… 1. It’s perfect for spring (neutrals galore!) 2. It’s easy to put together; these pieces can be found everywhere! 3. It incorporates two of spring’s biggest trends: the asymmetrical neckline and the brown gladiator 4. Given the occasion (an event in Times Square for Reese’s candy !), it’s oh-so à propos.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 14, 2010

As some of you might recall, back at the end of 2009, I wrote a post about this amazingly generous Korres beauty set ( for only $30.00 ) to incorporate into your Holiday gift bags to give to those pesky acquaintances for whom you never know what to buy. Well, I bought the set for just that, and ever since… I literally cannot stop telling people about how much I am in love with this Greek brand’s body butter.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

APRIL 17, 2010

Temperatures are rising and so are our hemlines…keeping your legs looking sleek and sexy is easy with the perfect tan. However sun damage should never be on anyone’s must have list, so here are my tried and true self tanning products that take me from glum to glowing all year round. First up is Bare Escentuals Faux Tan $22, a favorite of mine for years, it gives a tropical tan to every area (I’ve even gotten away with using this on my face without breaking out) that fades natur

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