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 - Transition Pieces

My favorite wardrobe pieces are those that can be worn during multiple seasons. I have a floral skirt that you've seen a few different ways. I wear it in the spring and summer with light tops and sandals and in the fall with tights and sweaters. As the stores and online retailers clear out their summer merchandise you can take advantage of the discounts and snag items to wear now and into the fall. Here are just a few picks.



Printed Shift Dress - ASOS

 

A floral dress can be a versatile piece in summer and in fall, throw on a jacket (like the one below) and some pumps and you're ready for work. Dress it down by adding sneakers and a denim jacket.

 



Speckle Moto Jacket - Piperlime

 

I love tweed jackets! In a mid-weight, they are seasonless. It's also a timeless piece. I wear my tweed jackets with dresses and skirts, as well as with jeans and t-shirt.

 



DOCKLAND Sneakers in Gold - Asos

Slip on sneakers are an on trend item right now. In a color like this gold metallic, you can wear them now with shorts or a cute floral dress. You can also wear them into the fall and winter with warm socks, jeans and a sweater.

 

 

NYDJ Marilyn Straight Leg Jeans - Amazon

 

The old fashion rule of no white after Labor Day no longer applies. A cute tank and sandals can help you close out the summer in these jeans. Add a tweed jacket and swap out your sandals for some sneakers or ankle boots and you're ready for fall.



 

Linen Midi Skirt - ASOS

The length of a midi skirt makes it the perfect fall transition piece. It works in the summer with a tank or short sleeve top and you can wear it on cooler days with a sweater or a cute jacket.

 Do you have favorite transition pieces?

I'm Obsessed Thank You Very Much - Midi Skirts

All of my life I've wanted to be a girl who felt comfortable throwing on a pair of shorts or a mid-thigh skirt. Heck, I'd love to even feel comfy in a skirt that is just above my knee. I'm not one of those girls.  My legs are definitely my least favorite feature and my ample hips and much smaller waist are more suited to full skirts instead of pencil skirts. That's why I'm so obsessed with midi skirts. Their longer length and fuller silhouette are made for me. They are flattering to my figure and I feel great when I wear a skirt that hits just at or below my knees. I'm loving that there are so many options available.

ASOS Full Quilted Midi Skirt / ASOS Pleated Midi skirt / ASOS Striped midi skirt / ModCloth Essential Elegance skirt / ASOS Burnout Floral midi skirt / Talbots Pink Sateen Pleated Skirt / Talbots Blue Sateen Pleated Skirt / ASOS | ASOS Midi Skirt with Full Pleats / ModCloth One Tweet Morning Skirt / ModCloth Bettie Page B. Jones Style Skirt

I selected skirts in all sizes and colors. The pink and blue skirts from Talbots are on sale for $20 or less!  I love the retro feel of the skirts from ModCloth and the modern take of the Asos skirts. There is something for every style and mood.

Happy Shopping!

Trends I'd Like to Try

There are so many trends that grace runways and fashion magazines. I pass on many of them because they are just not for me. There are some that I just can't get out of my head and really want to try. Here are a few that are inspiring me right now.

Full Leather Skirt

I love the idea of a full leather skirt. The midi version would look better on me than the mini version. 

Rachel Comey

Louis Vuitton

Feather Hair Extensions

Clip in, temporary feather hair extensions would be a fun way to liven up an outfit.

Bold Lips

All summer I've been wearing bright pink and coral lips. During the 90's I loved wine colored lips.  I'd love to find a new sophisticated shade of burgundy for fall.