{budget}fab*

who was your oscar best dressed choice?

Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by janelle.

1. Sandra Bullock 2. Zoe Saldana 3. Gabourey Sidibe
4. Jennifer Lopez 5. Nicole Richie 6. Rachel McAdams
7. Queen Latifah 8. Monique 9. Anika Noni Rose
So… Who was your favorite? Was it someone not pictured above? Leave us a comment below letting us know.

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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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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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be a thrift store expert

Posted on 01. Feb, 2010 by janelle.

Shopping at thrift stores and consignment shops can be a way to get great fashion for less.  Check out the Chic Galleria for tips on becoming a thrift store expert.  (the post includes a tip from me!)
Thanks to the Chic Galleria team for allowing us to contribute to their article.

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support haiti with fashion

Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by janelle.

The country of Haiti is reeling after the devastation of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck on Tuesday.  There are a number of ways to help.  There are even some designers and retailers who have already put together t-shirts in support of Haiti relief efforts.  This way you can not only make a financial donation to [...]

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take a bow

Posted on 03. Sep, 2009 by janelle.

Ruffles, and fringe and bows… oh my!  Bows are yet another fun fashion embellishment.  So delicate, ribbon/bow details are great for adding a little “girly, girl” to any look.  Here are some {budget}fab* fashion items with darling bows (all for under $50)…

Intricate Bow Ring, $7.80 (I wore a similar ring to a bridal shower recently.  It was the [...]

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fall fashion color report

Posted on 04. Aug, 2009 by janelle.

As you walk around malls and visit your favorite shopping sites I’m sure you’ve noticed all the summer clearance sales going on now.  While clearance sales are truly {budget}fab*, we’re seeing so many because our favorite retailers are making room for their fall inventory.  Color industry experts, Pantone, released their fall fashion report earlier this [...]

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a weekend of looks for $100

Posted on 30. Jun, 2009 by janelle.

My mission, to buy some new pieces for an upcoming family weekend event with a budget of $100.  With quite a bit to buy and a limited amount of cash, I headed straight for the closest outlet mall.  And I must say… mission accomplished!

I went for pieces that I loved that would also work well [...]

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