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Category: Fashion, Budget Shopping

Join us in finding fashionable ways to express yourself! We’ll guide you in supporting new styles or trends you may want to explore. We’ll help you look into budget friendly shops! Confidence and budgeting go a long way.

  • Yikes, Who Would Actually Wear This?

    How Do I Dress Myself Again?

    I genuinely don’t know how to dress myself, and that’s fine. It is fun though, to imagine how I can dress myself without actually having to do it. What I do know is that pink, white and black go together. That’s what I think, anyways. This outfit also just felt right. It is simple, not flashy, so it should work on a random trip to the grocery store, a nice walk, or hanging out at a dessert store with friends. If anyone feels up to it, they can purchase these items at a relatively cheap price, too. These items came from Old Navy, Marshalls and Walmart.

    White Tank Top

    $8.00

    The price was rounded up, but even then, eight dollars for 3 tank tops is really cheap in todays economy. These tank tops are from Old Navy. It is of great comfort to wear a light sleeveless shirt. White tank tops are also plain, so they’re very versatile. You could wear these as undershirts or with almost anything else in your closet. For the cost and versatility, this is a great piece to have in your closet.

    Black Cardigan

    $36.00

    This cardigan from Old Navy looks very warm, ideal for when Winter hits. It will also protect your bare arms underneath. Cardigans are loose, very comfortable in general. This is also a versatile piece to have in your closet because black also goes with nearly anything. Black and white together is especially cool. The color will also slim you down a bit so wear it with confidence!

    Pink Pants

    $30.00

    The last piece in this outfit recommendation is also from Old Navy and it is a really nice and light colored pink. It is loose fitting so it will be very comfortable. Pink goes really well with black and white so if you have clothing items in these shades, feel free to throw in this pair, too. Versatility makes for a cheaper closet.

    Black Socks

    $8.00

    Do you know what is better than one pair of socks? Two pairs of socks! We all like buying things that come in multiples for a small price. It isn’t a one and done situation either. These socks can be worn with many other outfits because they’re just socks. Black socks and pink pants might look nice. They will also look nice with black pants. Sometimes, you can’t even see your socks because of the length of your pants. You just need to wear socks to prevent your shoes from smelling rotten too fast.

    White Shoes

    $53.00

    At Walmart, you can get a pair of white shoes for cheap. White, pink and black look really nice together. These shoes, like every other piece of clothing item can be very versatile. You can wear these pairs of shoes with almost anything and everything.

    Total Cost

    $135.00

    For a grand total of $135.00, you have yourself a whole outfit. And that might even be a couple of cents more because I rounded a few of these items to a whole dollar. It’s not bad, this price. And it’s not even that you have to wear these items with each other only. For this price, you may have opened your entire closet to a whole bunch of other mix-and-match options. Remember folks, this is just a blog post about an outfit idea. You can like it. Or, you can not. Doesn’t matter, really. Have fun styling yourself!

  • Dressing and Styling Made Fun

    As someone who works in retail, I always find it fun and amusing to help others put an outfit together. I always ask several questions such as, is this for a specific occasion? Is it formal or casual? Do you prefer lighter or darker shades? Do you value your comfort or style more, or is it a blend of both? When styling a person, their personality and uniqueness has to be taken into account. At the end of the day, what you choose to wear is a form of self expression. No pressure but your outfit is one of the first things that people notice when observing you. Your outfit can also have the power to make you feel confident! Have fun and don’t be afraid to explore styles outside of your comfort zone!

    For this styling session, I will be grabbing some items from H&M and one accessory from the & other stories. Other Stories is a sister store to H&M. This outfit could be for someone who wants to stand out for any occasion but prefers darker shades and an edgier look.

    Explaining The Vision

    I decided to go for a classic white button up that I would keep a little unbuttoned at the top. This would be paired with a black zip-up corset to layer on top. For the bottoms, a satin midi skirt and a pair of chunky combat boots to pull the look together. I chose silver rigid necklace and silver pearl earrings with a silver cone drop. These would be amazing with several silver rings too! The oversized leather bomber serves as the coat. The emerald scarf for added warmth and a POP of color and contrast. I believe these items capture the essence of what could be requested by this fictional individual!

    Let me know how I did! What would you do differently? All of these items can be found on the H&M website. The green emerald scarf can be found on the stories’ website.

  • Fashion Forward: Building Your Perfect Outfit on a Budget

    Fashion is an expression of individuality and does not have to come with a hefty price tag. Making a splendid outlook with some budget in this fashion world is achievable. Understanding what you need to know about color coordination, dressing for your skin tone, and choosing figure-flattering items.

    The color wheel is one of the basic rules of fashion, as outlined eloquently by MasterClass (MasterClass, 2021). This principle explains why most fashion-oriented people usually use a color wheel to mix up clothes that look nice together. For example, it is possible that complementary colors (for instance, blue and orange) could come together in an arresting way. For instance, the same applies to analogous colors next to each other on the wheel. Consider this principle whether selecting a monochromatic attire or simply looking at color bursting.

    According to IN Style, wearing colors akin to your skin tone is important. Cool undertones suit colors such as blue, lavender or rose better (Sutton & Apr 27, 2023). On the other hand, warm undertones may choose green, yellow, brown, orange, and olive colors. Most colors suit people with neutral skin tones, but muted colors can be more flattering.

    It is important to know which shape you are to choose those outfits highlighting your contour. As per Stitch Fix, there are five basic body shapes: apple, pear, rectangle, hourglass and inverted triangle (Stitch Fix, 2017). For example, pear-shaped people can maintain that silhouette by wearing A-line skirts and body-fit tops. At the same time, ladies with hourglass figures may prefer wearing wrap dresses or high-waisted trousers. It focuses on highlighting your strongest point while achieving balance.

    Affordable Outfit Ideas

    For a Cool Skin Tone (Budget: $50)

    Lavender blouse ($20)

    High-waisted dark jeans ($30)

    For a Warm Skin Tone (Budget: $60)

    Mustard yellow A-line dress ($35)

    Olive green cardigan ($25)

    For an Hourglass Body Shape (Budget: $55)

    Wrap dress in a neutral shade ($35)

    Fitted denim jacket ($20)

    Experimentation is part of fashion and discover which styles appeal to you. It is more about having confidence in oneself to let self-expression shine through dressing. However, remember, style has nothing to do with the tag price but rather with how you put things together. You can always come up with a stunning and affordable outfit using creativity and these guidelines. Be confident, and do not be ashamed to dress yourself with your style.