Fall 2007 must have under $30: A touch of gray

..."Oh well a Touch Of Grey, kind of suits you anyway. That was all I had to say. It's all right."

-"Touch of Grey"- Grateful Dead

The new black? I prefer to call it the other black, lol. Here are a few pieces I've found for under $30.

• Carrye Buckle Flat $19.99, Payless
• newsboy cap $9.80 and necklace $6.80, Forever 21
• pants $29.50 and wrap top $24.50, Old Navy
• pencil skirt $16.50, Wet Seal
• tote $22.50, Lulu's Fashion Lounge

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Star style under $150: Jessica Simpson

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Here's my frugal version of Jessica's simple outfit. Grand total for this look? Only $105.09.

• tank $7.50, Wet Seal
• "Diva" jeans $25, Old Navy
• necklace $5.80 and bracelets $4.80, Forever 21
• clutch $42, Amici Accessories
• pumps $19.99, Go Jane
  

Giving you the boot... under $50

Next on my fall/winter wardrobe list is a pair of boots, even though I won't be able to wear them until maybe January. I'm starting to see a lot of flat styles in the stores now. I still love my heels, lol. Here are a few styles that I found for under $50.

• Savannah Boot $39.99, Payless

• short 3 button boot $26.50, Wet Seal

• flat boots $22.80, Forever 21

• mid calf boot $34.98, Love My Shoes

• Mossimo back button closure boots $24.99 Target

Today's printables and codes

• Apple Bottoms: 20% off all accessories. Coupon code: ACCESSORY20. Expires 8-31-07.
• Esprit: 10% off your order. Coupon code: esp12. Expires 8-31-07.
• G by Guess: Free shipping on orders $25 or more. Coupon code: HOLAFLSHIP. Expires 12-31-07.
• La Redoute: 15% off your order. Coupon code: LR154U. Expires 9-10-07.
• NY & Company: Take $25 off $75 or more purchase. Expires 9-3-07.
• Go Jane: Free standard shipping on orders $40 or more. Coupon code: FS400824. Expires 8-31-07.
• BagHaus: $15 off orders of $100 or more. Coupon code: 15off100. Expires 12-31-07. 12% off orders $60 or more. Coupon code: twelveoff60. Expires 12-31-07.

Fall 2007 must have under $30: Wide leg trousers

Skinnies can take a back seat for now. Give yourself room to move with a nice pair of wide leg trousers. Here are a few styles that I've found for less than $30.

• tweed trousers $24.50, Old Navy
• plaid pleated pants $9.99, Alloy
• plaid maternity trousers $18.88, Walmart
• brown pinstripe trousers $29.99, Go Jane
• black high waist pants $29.50, Wet Seal
• plus size sailor pants $29, Jessica London

Lunch break shopping: My plaid ballet flats

I've started my fall shopping a little early. The first thing I said I was going to get was a pair of plaid shoes. I saw this pair at Tar-jay, and I just had to have them. The only thing that sucks about these flats is that you have to go up 1/2 a size, but other than that, they're fine. I want this tote. That may be the next thing on my list, lol.

plaid ballet flats $12.99, Target

Today's printables and codes

• Aldo: 15% off sale items. Expires 8-31-07
• Dress Barn: 20% off a single regular priced item. Expires 8-30-07.
• Express: 20% off any purchase. Expires 8-26-07
• Gap: $10 off any regular priced pair of jeans. Expires 8-31-07
• JC Penney: 15% off regular, sale, and clearance priced purchase. Expires 10-1-07
• Saks Fifth Avenue: Free alligator clutch with an Escada purchase. Coupon code: ESCADA. Expires 9-3-07.
• ELuxury: Free ground shipping. Coupon code: EDGE. Expires 8-31-07.
• Target: 10% off your order. Coupon code: TGTENTZY. Expires 9-30-07.

Win a complete outfit from OutfitKit

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Designer way vs. Cheap Chica way

DESIGNER WAY...

Steve Madden "Karatz" sandal $119.95, Steve Madden

vs.

The Cheap Chica way...

Metro 7 "Starla" flip flops $11, Walmart

Star style under $150: Halle Berry

I don't think I could wear all this black in this summer heat, but whatever works for Halle, works for me. I think this is a cute simple look for her, and here's my frugal version of her outfit.


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• dress $15.80, Forever 21
• sandals $34, Urban Outfitters
• sunglasses $5, Go Jane
• tote $58, BagHaus

Grand total for this look= $112.80

Wet Seal outfit under $100

I think this would make a good concert outfit. The shirt fits the occasion, lol.

• tee- $16.50


• jeans- $29.50


• bamboo earrings $5


• tote $24.50


• heels $24.50

Grand total for this look= $100

I've been tagged... again

The lovely ladies over at Lavish Magazine have tagged me. Since I've already been tagged, you can check out my list of seven random facts here. Since I have to keep the ball rolling, I now tag Meg, Poster Girl, Budget Diva, Style Nosh, Painfully Hip, Bargain Babe, and Batch Please. No offense to anyone, but after this post, please don't tag me again. I'm all tagged out, lol.

Steal of the day: Eiffel Tower tote

Paris tote $16.80, Forever 21

Today's printables and codes

• Aeropostale: Free gym duffle bag with $60 or more purchase. Coupon code: FREEBAG07. Expires 8-21-07.


• Goody's: 15% off your order. Coupon code: 748. Expires 8-18-07.
• 579: 15% off your purchase when you use your American Express. Expires 9-9-07.
• Dots: $5 off $25 or more purchase. Expires 8-19-07.
• Rainbow: 15% off your purchase when you use your American Express. Expires 9-9-07.
• White House Black Market: Take $25 off purchase of $125 or more. Expires 8-20-07.
• Go Jane: Take an additional 15% off clearance shoes. Coupon code: gjshoe0807. Expires 9-7-07.
• Lulu's Fashion Lounge: Take 20% off your purchase. Coupon code: SEVENTEENROCKS. Expires 9-15-07 (taken from Seventeen magazine)
• Payless: Take 20% off this pair of Abaete boots. Coupon code: PSSEVENTEEN. Expires 9-15-07 (taken from Seventeen magazine).
• Alloy: Take 20% off your purchase. Coupon code: AEJ20. Expires 9-15-07 (taken from Seventeen magazine)
• Girl Props: Take 20% off your purchase. Coupon code: SEVENTEEN. Expires 9-15-07 (taken from Seventeen magazine)

FORUM TOPIC(S) OF THE DAY: What's your wardrobe staple?

Weekend finds: I've finally got Bit(ten)

So, we drove over to Orlando this Friday to see comedienne, Sheryl Underwood, at the Orlando Improv. The first thing we did when we got into town was go shopping. We went into a Steve and Barry's and I ran right over to the Bitten stuff because I've been wanting to check it out for a while (we don't have a Steve and Barry's here in town). The stuff was okay. I tried on a few things, but they didn't fit me right. I ended up getting two pairs of thong sandals. As we were leaving, I noticed that the salesperson was putting away a new stock of white sailor pants. I wanted to try those on, but we had to leave.

thong sandals $7.98 each

I see that there are some Bitten items being sold on Ebay. If you don't have a Steve and Barry's in your town, then this might be the way to go, but some of the prices are ridiculous. The Bitten line is under $20, but I see some of the prices are well into the $30-$40 range.

I also bought these shoes from Wally World for $7. They look much cuter on.

Fall 2007 must have under $30: The color purple

Add a splash of this beautiful jewel tone to your basic blacks and grays for fall. Here are a few pieces I've found for under $30.

• cropped jacket $18.50 and patent pumps $22.50, Wet Seal
• puff sleeve cardigan $25.50, Lulu's Fashion Lounge
• "Loreen"dress $24.99, Go Jane
• Mossimo suede bootie $29.99 and purple clutch $12.99, Target
• earrings $23.40, All The Rage
  
  

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FORUM TOPIC(S) OF THE DAY: Would you break up with your significant other if he doesn't propose to you after so many years of being together?

Back from vacay

I just got back from my vacation so I'll try to post later or tomorrow.

Freebies for all!!!

• Estee Lauder Beautiful Love sample
• John Freida Frizz Ease sample
• "M" by Mariah Carey fragrance sample
• Shania Starlight fragrance sample
• Garnier Nutritioniste skin care sample
• Creme of Nature hair care sample

This week's deals @ BagHaus

• Monday: 12% off Gold Mariah Patchwork Satchel inspired by Marc Jacobs. Coupon code: aug6mon. Valid August 6th- August 9th, 2007.
• Tuesday: $10 off Gold Open Work Bag Inspired by Dolce & Gabbana. Coupon code: aug7tue. Valid August 7th- August 10th, 2007.
• Wednesday: 10% off White Croc Trim Medium Clear Tote. Coupon code: aug8wed. Valid August 8th- August 11th, 2007.
• Thursday: Free shipping for White Trim Classic Motorcycle Duffel Inspired by Balenciaga. Coupon code: aug9thu. Valid August 9th- August 12th, 2007.
• Friday: $8 off Silver Mariah Patchwork Satchel inspired by Marc Jacobs. Coupon code: aug10fri. Valid August 10th- August 13th, 2007.

FORUM TOPIC(S) OF THE DAY:

Bamboo hoops... still going strong or are you tired of them?

Did anyone catch The Fashionista Diaries?

Fall 2007 must-have under $30: plaid shoes

• red/green plaid heel $23, Lulu's Fashion Lounge
• ankle strap pumps $29.98 and peeptoe wedge $29.98, Love My Shoes
• American Eagle Anchor Ballet Flat $14.99 (reg. $17.99), Payless
• "Yoko" multi plaid heel $21.99 and green plaid heel $22.99, Go Jane

Today's printables and codes

• American Eagle Outfitters: 15% off any purchase. Expires 8-17-07.
• Barnes and Noble: 10% off any item. Expires 8-12-07.
• Dollar General: $5 off $20 or more purchase. Expires 8-12-07.
• Geoffrey Beene: 30% off any purchase (Friends and Family). Valid 8/9-8/12/07.
• Justice Just for Girls: 20% off any purchase. Expires 8-19-07.
• Victoria's Secret: $10 off any Pink purchase. Expires 8-31-07.
• Aeropostale: Take $5 off jeans. Coupon code: JEANSFIVE. Expires 8-9-07

More coupons in the forum

Make A Wish contest @ Christa Taylor

The lovely folks over at Christa Taylor are having a contest that started yesterday and will last until the end of this month. One lucky lady will win a $150 shopping spree. Click on the banner below for more details and good luck!!!