{budget}fab*

fab* friday round-up

Posted on 26. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

On {budget}fab*…

For all the fab* DC folks, join us at Simply Soles shoe store on March 13th for the ShoeFabulous Shoe Drive and access to an exclusive deal!
Snag the budget-friendly version of Brandy’s chic look.
Mad about plaid? Us too!  See how to pull a great look together around a plaid top.

Other {blog}fab*…

Get out these amazing, [...]

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overstock has tile!

Posted on 25. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

While reading one of my favorite home and design blogs, Elements of Style, I stumbled across some AMAZING news - Overstock.com sells tile!  And not ugly, hideous tile… Gorgeous, modern tile!  So, if you’ve got a DIY bathroom or kitchen project going on at home and you’re in need of tile, I’d suggest you check [...]

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what to know before you invest

Posted on 24. Feb, 2010 by racine.

Deciding what stock to purchase can be tricky business.  Most people would rather close their eyes and simply pick something than go into deep research.    I recently found this great article while looking up some information for my investment club titled “Ten Questions Every Investor Should Ask Before Buying a Stock.”  This Fortune article was [...]

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be shoe fabulous!

Posted on 24. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

The Budget Fab team  and the fab* lady behind the blog, The Capitol Fashionista, in conjunction with SimplySoles and the DC Fashion Syndicate will be hosting a ShoeFabulous Shoe Drive Event to benefit the Soles4Souls organization and their Haitian Relief efforts.
The people of Haiti are still struggling to obtain the everyday basics that most of [...]

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a perfect plaid

Posted on 23. Feb, 2010 by dara.

I have been a fan of the plaid shirts since they started hitting the scene again, but hadn’t found one for a price point that I felt was {budget}fab* That is, until I stumbled upon the Plaid Cuffed Flannel from Threadsence. This picture perfect plaid is priced excellently at $36 and features ruching to add [...]

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save on urbanoutfitters.com

Posted on 23. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

Pinch a few pennies on your next Urban Outfitters order!  Now through Feb. 28th you can get $10 off online orders of $75 or more with promo code JUSTFORYOU (<– affiliate link).  You can use the code multiple times on apparel (excludes furniture, electronics, gift cards, bikes, etc.)  For $70 ($80 - $10 promo) I’d [...]

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dress me: brandy

Posted on 23. Feb, 2010 by racine.

This is the second dress me post that I have done on Brandy Norwood, but she has been looking so chic lately!  I absolutely adore this classic look on her, which is great  for  hanging out in the city with your girls or even a casual date with the boo.

(image courtesy of www.theybf.com)
Checkout how we recreated [...]

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fab* friday round-up

Posted on 19. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

We’re partnering the fab* lady behind The Capitol Fashionista and The Bridal Wishlist to bring a fun event to the District.  Stay tuned for details!
This week on {budget}fab*…

Show continued support for Haiti… Learn more about My Heart, My Cause.
Pinch a few pennies by getting fit at home.  Check out some tips here.
A little change can [...]

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screwtop: a unique wine experience

Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by dara.

When I first read the Washingtonian’s tweet, “Take a look inside Clarendon’s cutest new wine bar” I was immediately intrigued. A cute…wine bar…this sounds fantastic. After reading the entire article I am anxiously awaiting my first opportunity to visit Screwtop.
The owner, Wendy Buckley, quit a six-figure job to open this unique spot which boasts a [...]

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piggy bank it

Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by racine.

How many of you can relate with having coins and change scattered around your house, in your car or at the bottom of your purse? This “spare change” phenomenon is pretty common for most people.  Coins just end up everywhere and you rarely ever put them to good use.
I was inspired by my roommate and little [...]

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