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color me: nude

Posted on 20. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

No silly, we’re not talking about being naked here.  We’re talking about one of Spring 2009’s trends - fun and fabulous nude colors - pale earth tones and blushes (really light pinks). Try an entire look in a nude color palette, or pair nude colored pieces with more bold color choices - like orange, navy, green, etc.
The important thing to remember [...]

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a very happy hour

Posted on 17. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

One of my new favorite blogs, DC This Week, recently blogged about a very {budget} fabulous option for an evening out.
Arlington, VA restaurant lounge, Yaku, serves a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cuisine and offers a pretty extensive happy hour menu.  Monday through Friday, 5pm to 7:30pm, the happy hour menu includes…

Drink specials - draft [...]

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we did it!

Posted on 16. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

A couple weeks ago we had our first major event.  We did a presentation on how to build an outfit AND fashion show at a conference attended by about 200 women.  We shared our thoughts on choosing the right undergarments, wardrobe essentials and accessories for everyday looks.  Models for the fashion show were some of the fabulous women in [...]

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lookin’ and a likin’: etsy rocks!

Posted on 16. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

A few weeks ago we blogged about a very cool Etsy shop.  Well, I learned about two more great stores on Etsy while checking out some of my favorite blogs.
Elements of Style blogged about Etsy shop Ruby Stella Home.  Here you’ll find decorative pillow covers in great colors, modern prints and various sizes.  And the {budget}fab”-ness of it [...]

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go green! zoya earth day nail polish exchange

Posted on 15. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

This year marks professional nail products company Zoya’s first annual Earth Day nail polish exchange.
Zoya asks the question ”Why hold onto old, worthless, possibly toxic, out of style colors or even worse trash it into landfills, when you can trade it in for fresh new, toxin free bottles of Zoya Nail Polish?”
For a limited time (April 1 - [...]

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take me out to the ball game

Posted on 14. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

It’s baseball season!  For our DC area readers - yesterday was the home team’s opening day.  They lost by one home run… ANYWAYS…
Whether you’re a baseball fanatic or not, attending a game is tons of fun.  And the best part is, no matter your budget, baseball stadiums typically have a ticket in your price point.  [...]

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could you eat on $1 a day?

Posted on 14. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

A few weeks ago a friend told me about a woman who challenged herself to only spend (on average) $1 a day on food for 30 days.  My immediate reaction - “WHAT?!?!?!  HOW?!?!?”
I’ve finally had the opportunity to look into this 30-day challenge and wanted to share it with those of you who may not have [...]

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have a great weekend!

Posted on 10. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

Wishing you and yours a fantastic weekend!  We’ll be back and blogging on Monday.
Best,
The Ladies of {budget}fab*

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that’s what friends are for

Posted on 09. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

Having some difficulty finding a job?  Don’t be afraid to lean on your friends and family for help.  CNN Money has a great article, Hired! With help from your friends, that shares one man’s story about how friends’ responses to a Facebook status message helped him land a job.
Juan Velasquez, 31, worked at Enterprise Rent a [...]

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dress me: rihanna

Posted on 08. Apr, 2009 by janelle.

Despite some recent drama, Rihanna continues to step out looking fabulous.  She was recently seen partying it up in Barbados in a casual, cool number - rocking a Herve Leger mini skirt. 

(image theybf.com)
Here’s a similar party girl look for less.

1. Sunglasses, $12.99
2. Denim jacket, $29.50
3. White Tank, $8.72
4. Skirt, $34.50
5. Earrings, $4.80
6. Do these shoes look [...]

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