3 Money Wasting Wardrobe Items I Refuse to Buy!

3 Money Wasting Wardrobe Items I Refuse to Buy!

 

Let’s be honest. Nobody likes to throw their money out the window during the best of times.  With the uncertain economy that we have now it’s even more important to pinch every penny and stretch every dollar.  I’m going to share with you three clothing items that I think waste  your hard earned money.

I’m not a fashion expert, however, I am someone that likes to look nice when I’m out of the house interacting with others.  Sweatpants and hoodies won’t always do! {Check out our How to Wear a Hoodie article}

Here are three of my biggest historical money wasters:

Cheap shoes.

Any of these I’ve ever purchased have lost their comfort way faster than I found acceptable.  I use to think that rotating through them to transfer my discomfort was a smart idea.  Yes, I never got blisters that way but my feet were constantly uncomfortable.  It might have been a sore heel one day and then a cramped toe the next.  It wasn’t worth it!  When I met my husband I found someone who spends as much money as me on his wardrobe but he has a significantly smaller selection.  While I’m not ready to minimize as much as he has, I have learned from him.  I’ve found that investing in two good pair of comfortable shoes a year, shoes that will last, is worth more to me than 30 pair that I can’t wear two consecutive days.

White bras.

Ugggh, how I hate these!  They easily stain under shirts of a different color, they aren’t discreet under a white shirt, and well, I just don’t think they are very exciting.  I like fun colors but if I’m wearing something light in color or a white shirt, I’ll go with a flesh tone bra that can’t be detected.  Avoiding white bras saves me from being immodest, spending my Saturdays trying to get unwanted dye out of them, and I get to add a little bit of color to my day.

Way too cheap T-shirts.

I’ve fallen into this trap multiple times!  Never, ever, ever, ever buy a shirt that is under $5 at a non-sale price.  I’ve bought shirts for $1 that have lasted me 10 years (and counting!) but they were originally $30.  Every shirt I’ve bought for $5 and under has made it’s way to the trash can within a few weeks.  They don’t even hold up well enough to donate!  Don’t get me wrong, thirty dollar T-shirts aren’t in my budget either but that’s why I know where the clearance racks are at my favorite stores and what day of the week they mark new items down.  The fading, stretching, pilling, and loosening of seams isn’t worth it to me to buy the cheap shirts.

There you have it.  Those are my top three money wasting wardrobe purchases that I refuse to buy any longer.  Do you have any other items you would like to add to the list?  I would love for you to share!  We’re all trying to save money during these tough economic times and I would love to hear what ideas you have for shopping and saving!

10 Places to Find Fabulous Shoes For Under $30

10 Places to Find Fabulous Shoes for Under $ 30

 

Fabulous shoes don’t have to come with a hefty price-tag as the magazines would have you believe.  Here is a list of 10 places you can find absolutely adorable shoes for under $30.

 

1. Forever 21

Pink High Heels

Buy them at Forever 21 for $29.80.

 

2. Go Jane   Pink Pumps Buy these at Go Jane for $18.90.

 

3. Ebay.com Colorful Flats for $9.99 Buy these at ebay.com for $9.99.

 

4. AMIClubwear.com   Nude Heels Buy these at AMIClubwear.com for $19.99.

 

5. Target Teal Platforms Buy these at Target.com for only $29.99.

 

6. Amazon.com Colorful Flats   Buy these at Amazon.com for $27.99.

 

7.  Overstock.com Pink Flats Buy these at Overstock.com for only $17.99.

 

8. Delias.com Pastel Flats Buy these at Delias.com for $19.50.

 

9. Rue21.com Floral Flats Buy these at Rue21.com for only $12.99.

 

10. Maurices.com Crocheted Flats Buy these at Maurices.com for only $24.

49ers Football Fashion

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49ers Super Bowl Fashion

 

Who says football and fashion don’t mix? This is a beautiful set perfectly portraying the love one has for the 49ers and their sense of style!  While most of these items are modestly priced there are a few that are a little more extravagant.  If you’re a die hard 49ers fan you’ll wear these long after the Super Bowl so think of it as a football fashion investment.

 

  • Red Rose Stud Earrings – $4 at DixieLandDelight on Etsy. {I want these!}
  • Women’s Sweetheart Boot Cut Jeans – $29.50 at OldNavy.com.
  • Nike Women’s 49ers Tee Shirt – $28 at FinishLine.com.
  • Wing Tote Bag – $24 at NewLook.com.
  • Women’s 49ers Wedge Shoes – $65 at NFLShop.com.
  • Tom Ford Nail Lacquer in Smoke Red – $30 at Bloomingdales.com.
  • Women’s 49ers Leather Strap Watch – $40 at Macys.com.
  • 49ers Sterling Silver Crystal Logo Y Necklace – $125, on sale Buy One, Get One Half Off at Kohls.com.
  • 49ers Legend Silver Tone Red Glass Logo Charm Bracelet – $150, on sale Buy One, Get One Half Off at Kohls.com.

Don’t forget to check out our cute Big Game Nail Art too!

Not a 49ers fan?  Check out our Ravens Football Fashion instead!

How do you plan to show your team spirit on game day?

Ravens Football Fashion

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Ravens Super Bowl Fashion

If you’re a Ravens fan through and through then come time for the Super Bowl you’re probably going to be dressed head to toe in purple. Here are a few ideas I came up with to help  you show your devotion to your team while keeping your fashion sense in check. Most of these fashions are pretty affordable too!

  • Essie’s Sexy Divide nail polish – $4.56 at Amazon.com.
  • Revlon 16-Hour Eye Shadow Quad – $5.62 at Amazon.com.
  • Nike Baltimore Ravens Women’s Fleece Pants – $55, on sale for $38.50 at FinishLine.com.
  • Nike Baltimore Ravens Women’s Super Bowl XLVII Tee – $28 at FinishLine.com.
  • Nike Air Max 2013 Shoe – $220 at Nike.com.
  • Ravens Sterling Silver Script Pendant & Necklace – $200, on sale Buy One, Get One Half Off at Kohls.com.
  • Ravens Sterling Silver Crystal Linear Drop Earrings – $200, on sale Buy One, Get One Half Off at Kohls.com.
  • Baltimore Ravens Cap – $27.99 at CraniumsFitted.com.

Don’t forget to check out our cute The Big Game Nail Art too!

Not a Ravens fan?  Check out our 49ers Football Fashion instead!

In what ways do you plan to show your support on game day?  

Finding the Perfect Bridal Jewelry

Wedding Dress

 

If you’re married, how did you find the perfect choice of bridal jewelry to make your special day even brighter?  For me, I wore the diamond stud earrings my fiance gave me as a wedding gift.  They are beautiful!!!  I wore my engagement ring alone with no other rings.  I had planned to wear my great aunt’s diamond pendant necklace but on the day of the wedding I found that the chain was too long and it didn’t fit right.  There went my “something borrowed” idea!

 

wedding picture

 

You may wonder why I’m asking about bridal jewelry but it’s something that has been on my mind lately.  As you may remember my best friend was married this summer and I loved helping her look for the perfect accent pieces, dresses, etc.  We lived far away so online shopping was about the only way I could help but thankfully it’s one thing that I also enjoy too!  Her wedding was a beautiful one but it now has passed and I still can’t seem to get it through my head that I don’t need to keep look at wedding ideas.  Plus, I’ve seen a lot of beautiful wedding pictures on Facebook lately where the bride has really incredible jewelry that accents her dress perfectly.

 

With all that said, here are a few pieces of bridal jewelry that I find remarkable!  I hope you enjoy looking at them too.

 

Champagne Bridal Jewelry

This Champagne Bridal Set is sold on Etsy for $57 from the seller Nanda.  I think this would be fabulous on a simple, well-fitted, champagne dress.

 

Crystal Bridal Earrings

These beautiful Clear Glass Tear Drop Earrings in Sterling Silver are on Etsy for $27.99 from the seller QueenMeJewelry.  These would look exquisite on a blushing bride!

 

Pearl Bridal Earrings These Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia and Fresh Water Pearl Earrings are on sale at Overstock.com for $19.49.  I think these would look fabulous on a pearl accented wedding dress.

 

Now it’s your turn, I’d love for you to share what jewelry you wore on your wedding day and if it had a special meaning.

Choosing Fashions that Complement Mature Women

Fashionable woman

 

Choosing Fashions that Complement Mature Women


All women have the ability to enhance their natural beauty as they age by choosing appropriate beauty products and selecting flattering styles. Clothing that is fashionable and form fitting creates a confident and becoming appearance. Tasteful hair and makeup styles that are subtle yet flattering create a youthful look that is appropriate for mature women.

 

The key to maintaining appeal throughout the years is to evaluate your favorite features and make careful choices that always make you feel good about yourself. Stick to your best colors and make changes gradually.

 

Fashion Statements that Flatter

 

An absolute first requirement when choosing clothes is to ensure that they fit properly. Tight jeans may look great on a slim figure, but too often they draw unwanted attention to the wrong places. Wearing overly loose clothing isn’t the answer either. There’s no reason to wear a pair of baggy pants and an old sweater that may give off an unattractive and sloppy appearance.

 

If you need to cover up the hips, try putting a fashionable blouse or tunic over a pair of leggings, and make sure that the top fits well in the arms, bust and shoulders. For women who want to draw attention away from their upper body, a pair of slimming pants and some colorful sandals will inspire compliments and improve your self esteem. Accessories can do a lot to help disguise flaws and add pizzazz to an outfit. Scarves, for example, can be tied at the neck or waistline, and add softness and color. Focal point jewelry, either a statement necklace or stunning earrings, add a young-looking touch and help lift the spirits. Older women often look best with bolder jewelry, particularly when the pieces complement eye color or complexion tones. Hair Styles and Makeup for Mature Women

 

As we age, we should emphasize our best features. Applying subtle colors rather than bold shades often softens lines, and creates a more cohesive overall look. Experimenting with a new shade of lipstick or adding sparkling eye shadow is fine, but the color palette should always blend. A fun, fashion hairpiece from stores like VogueWigs.com can help enhance facial features while offering a classic style.

 

Performing a periodic reevaluation of clothing and hair styles helps you stay in touch with current trends. Adding a single new piece may be all it takes to feel uplifted and in style. Well-fitting clothes and neat hairstyles can promote confidence for the long term.

Summer Outfits

My love for summer is only deepened by my love for summer outfits! So today I thought it would be fun to play around and design a casual summer outfit.  This aqua color caught my eye and just seems to scream summertime!

 

Typically my summer wardrobe consists of sundresses, jeans, khakis, shorts capris, tees, tank tops and a ton of  accessories!  I’m not a super trendy dresser but this is a tiny peek into my summer style!  What do you think of the outfit?  What are your summer favorites?

 

 

Mossimo, Maybelline, Oasis, Enzo Angiolini

 

 

 

 

ShopStyle

 

Someone mentioned in the comments that they liked this outfit but they were worried about the cost of it.  Most items I chose are affordable with the exception of a few more expensive pieces.  I’ll list the prices below and if you’re interested you can click on the picture of the item above to be taken to where you can find more information or purchase it.

 

Shirt – $10

Jeans – $19.50 On sale for $18.50

Shoes – $89

Ring – $19.88 On sale for $9.94

Necklace – $68

Earrings – $159

Cute Date Night Outfit

Date night elegance

Date night elegance by embracingbeauty

Gorgeous cashmere top, €229
Scoop neck top, £22
Shimmering skirt, $169
Beautiful wedge shoe, $129
Gucci-bag, £3,500
Tahitian pearl earrings, $2,160
Simple flower ring, $20

 

Baby, it’s cold outside.  But your sweetheart wants to take you out for a much needed date night.  What’s a girl to wear when it’s too cold out to wear strappy sandals with heels or a sexy sleeveless dress?  Plenty.  For starters, the right pair of shoes can make or break an outfit. I love shoes that can go with anything, from capris to skirts. Choose a style you love best – sleek leather wedges, suede boots, peep toes…the sky’s the limit.  Next, play up your look with coordinating accessories.  Choose items that you love!  You could wear a chunky ring, dainty earrings, or a pearl necklace as long as it’s a piece that you adore.

 

The date night outfit I selected above is my style {although not all the pieces are in my price range} but what’s your style?  Do you prefer casual, elegant, or glamorous?

Enter to Win a Trip to Fashion Week!

Embracing Beauty

 

Kohl’s and Rock & Republic have teamed up to offer two Glam publishers {I’m one!} the opportunity to win 2 tickets to the Rock & Republic fashion show at New York Fashion Week.  New York Fashion Week!  How cool would that be?  To enter I have to showcase my “rock star look” on my blog.  I’m not very rock star-ish but the picture of me above {on the right} is me in a very rock star outfit.

 

My “rock star look” consisted of a navy tea-length dress paired with navy kitten heels.  My shoes had a small diamond accent on the top to match my sparkly dress and faux diamond jewelry.  This look is very easy for anyone to replicate!

 

Not only am I’m entering to win a trip to the Rock & Republic show but you can enter to win, too!  That’s right – Kohl’s and Rock & Republic are also giving away another awesome three-day trip to the Rock & Republic show at New York Fashion Week! {How fun would it be to go together?!}

 

Here’s what you can win:

–          Round-trip airfare for two to New York City

–          Ground transportation to/from the airport & to/from fashion shows

–          3-nights hotel accommodations at the W New York – Times Square!

–          Two tickets to the Rock & Republic fashion show

–          Rock & Republic makeovers for two: clothes, hair & makeup!

–          $500 Kohl’s Gift Card!!!

 

Go here to enter to win a trip to Fashion Week now!  Hurry,  this event is right around the corner and you only have until January 28, 2012 to enter.  Good luck!

Fall Fashion Trends of 2011

Fall is back with hot new fashion trends and I’m here to help guide you through the Fall Fashion Trends of 2011.  Here are a few ideas that I hope can help you implement the most popular styles into your wardrobe.

 

Fall Themes:

  • 70’s Fashion
  • 60’s Fashion
  • Oriental Influence

Fall Trends:

  • Pleats
  • Fur collars
  • Burnt colors
  • Wide leg pants
  • Sheer fabric
  • Velvet
  • Sheen
  • Leather
  • Lace
  • Animal prints
  • Graphic prints {think wallpaper}

While we may not love or embrace all of the above trends I think there are several that can be beautiful, elegant, and easy to implement into your own style.

Ellos Blouse

 

 

 

Classic, sophisticated, and always feminine “Granny-glam”

This blouse is from the Womens Clothing by Ellos. $29, Ellos.com

 

Banana Republic

 

 

 

 

 

Always attractive animal print

This leopard print shrug comes from Banana Republic at $59.50.  BananaRepublic.com Perfect over your favorite little black dress!

 

 

 

 

Gap Fur Coat

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm and rich coats

Jewell-toned, fur collared, tweed pea coat. $158, Gap.com

 

 

Old Navy shirt

 

 

 

 

 

Striking pattern

Find both elegance and comfort in this chiffon shirt. $34.94, OldNavy.com

 

 

 

Lands-End-Dress

 

 

 

 

 

Jewell-toned beauty

Simple, classic, and sweet twist waist dress. $89.50, LandsEnd.com

 

 

 

 

 

BMoss Skirt

 

 

 

 

 

Feminine pleats

This pleated skirt is covered with clip dots and topped with grosgrain ribbon trim. $49, BMossClothing.com