Frugal Fashion Friday - On My List (For Black Friday and Cyber Monday)

It's Black Friday and Cyber Monday is fast approaching. Today I'm hosting a fun Black Friday event with Noel Giger and Jamberry! There will be great deals all day, be sure to check it out. I love a bargain but I look for lasting good bargains. Nothing is a bargain if it doesn't last or it never leaves your closet.

Convertible Coat from Elloquii - Entire Site 50% off with code: BLITZ

Two coats in one! It's a great buy and I know I'd wear it often all winter.

Faux Leather Midi Skirt from SimplyBe - All Regularly Priced Items are 40% off!

I'm going to finally take the plunge and buy myself a leather (faux) midi skirt.

Jamberry Rose Gold Metallic is on my list!

 Jamberry nail wraps last a week to 10 days or more! One sheet can do two manicures and a pedicure or three manicures!  The sheets don't dry out like other wraps. You can use them and then store the rest for later use.

 

Midnight Celebration is perfect for NYE or my birthday!
 

There are great deals going on today through Monday! Check out the facebook page. If you don't do facebook, just go directly to the online party.

Silver Penny Loafers from Zara - Entire Site is 30% off, no code needed!

I wear my silver oxfords constantly. I know these would get tons of wear. They'd be a great purchase.

Before you hit the stores to score those great deals, make sure to set up an ebates account!  You'll be rebates to shop. No catch. I just got a check for $15 the other day. Check out this post, where I break it down for you.

Where are you shopping today? Or are you waiting for Cyber Monday?

What I Want - Fall 2014

For the last few seasons I've created a board on Pinterest and saved my must have items for the seasons. These are the items I really want and are on the top of my list. They will be the first items to get my fashion budget.



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Matte Wine Lipstick - I'm loving matte lips right now and as you know I'm a huge fan of the Maybelline Color Sensational line. They just came out with some of the colors in a matte finish and I love the wine shade, Divine Wine.

Tweed Moto Jacket - Moto jackets are so versatile. I have traditional leather options. This tweed version adds a polished twist to the tough moto silhouette.

Fun Graphic Tees - Graphic t-shirts with cool sayings and phrases are on my must have list. When I spied this t-shirt, I had to have it. A shirt that says, I EAT GLITTER FOR BREAKFAST is so me.

Pointed Toe Loafers - Heels are great but I constantly find myself gravitating toward my flats and low heel options. The pointed toes bring more sophistication to these loafers.

Leopard Clutch - Leopard is a fall trend but I've had an oversize statement clutch on my must list for several seasons and haven't found one that's perfect. This one from etsy is fantastic.

Faux Leather Midi - I've been hunting for a midi length leather or faux leather skirt for a while now. Short skater skirts are easy to find but those don't work for me. This length is perfect. It's on the top of my list.

Frugal Fashion Friday - Leather for Spring (or anytime)

Today is another installment in our spring fashion for curvy girls series.  I'm sure you're wondering why this is also a Frugal Fashion Friday post.  You all know I believe in remixing your clothes. I also believe in quality over fast fashion.  However, sometimes inexpensive fashion can also be quality.  Case in point are the two jackets in the outfit photos below. They are both faux leather.  I love leather but I found these jackets for bargain prices and I wear them both as much or more than my leather. The black cross zip, biker jacket is from Target. I scored it more than two years ago and I wear it constantly.  It's great with jeans and a t-shirt.  I also love it over a dress or a maxi skirt. The olive moto jacket has interesting detail and goes with everything.

I personally love jackets to lend polish or interest to an outfit.  Add a black, cross zip, biker jacket to a simple t-shirt and jeans and you're instantly transformed into a bad ass (well in my mind, anyway). Add a biker or moto jacket to a pretty skirt and it toughens it up and it gives it edge. These jackets are also transitional pieces. I wear mine spring, summer and fall. They're ageless and timeless pieces that anyone can wear, no matter their size.

Faux leather can look cheap. I've seen faux leather jackets that aren't fooling anyone.  They don't look like leather at all.  The key is the finish and detail.  Does the faux leather feel or look plastic? Make sure it gives the appearance of real leather. Check the hardware. Are the zippers good quality? Are the snaps or buttons set well? If you can answer yes to all of these questions, then you have a high quality, faux leather jacket.  I paid about $30 for each of these jackets. These jackets have been a great value. The price per wear is pennies and they are still going strong.

Obviously, I wear leather (or faux leather) regardless of trend.  Leather is a classic look that transcends time.  A quality leather or faux leather jacket is a great buy that you can wear for years.

Be sure to check out the other ladies and their blogs:

Curvy CEO

Girls of Plenty

Grown and Curvy Woman

Heart, Print and Style

Society of Curves