Sunday Steals: Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag on a Budget

Darlings, in le left corner we have Alexander Wang’s wondrous Rocco Mini Duffel Bag – the very same one seen toted about by Rihanna, Kristin Cavallari, Ashley Tisdale, Nicky Hilton, Mary-Kate Olsen, and Jennifer Carpenter; in the right corner take a gander at the amazing Alexa Studded Calfskin Leather Bag in Black from Bag Inc.

While the Alexa is ever so slightly larger in size than the ravishing Rocco; for just $149.00, as opposed to the $875.00 price tag seen upon le ultra-covetable Wang, it is every bit as capable of adding a splash of sophisticated sassiness to one’s handbag collection – at a price that is utterly irresistible for the cheap chica!

Your turn loves…will you be thrifty or suckered into putting on your spendthrift cap?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Etui Maison and Bag Inc. for the pictures.


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Sunday Steals: Steve Madden Linderr for Less

Dolls, to your left allow your eyes to take in the loveliness that is Steve Madden’s luscious Linderr; on the right take a peek at Mary-Kate and Ashley’s Rugby Boot from JCPenney’s Olsenboye Collection.

Though the Olsenboye pair lacks the true leather construction of the Madden marvels, instead finding itself made of synthetic materials; for a mere $54.99, in comparison to the $149.95 required to make the Madden’s your very own, they are an ideal way of adding a touch of ruggedness to your shoe collection – at a price fit for the fabulous frugalista!

Your turn loves…will you be thrifty or suckered into putting on your spendthrift cap?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Zappos and JCPenney for the pictures.


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Sunday Steals: Elizabeth and James Feather Across the Hand Ring on a Budget

My loves, to your left please savor the stunning style that is the Elizabeth and James Feather Across the Hand Ring – the very same one seen decorating the dainty digits of one Ms. Mary-Kate Olsen; to your right allow your eyes to fall upon ASOS’ Double Finger Metal Feather Ring.

While the ambrosial ASOS piece is available only in gold, as opposed to the burnished silver hue of the Elizabeth and James original; for just $13.79, in comparison to the $150.00 price tag of the Elizabeth and James gem, it provides one’s accessory drawer with a splash of high fashion frippery – on a frugalista’s budget!

Which role have you decided to undertake on this sultry Sunday, kittens? Tightwad or spendthrift?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Shopbop and ASOS for the pictures.


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Thrifty Thursday: Givenchy Multi-Strap Wedge for Less

My loves, to the left take a gander at Givenchy’s marvelous Multi-Strap Wedge, the very same one seen dazzling upon the tootsies of Kaley Cuoco, Taylor Swift, Mary-Kate Olsen, and Ciara; to the right feast your eyes upon Jessica Simpson’s tantalizing Tito Wedge Sandal.

Though the wedge height of the Simpson stunner is ever so slightly lower than that of the glamorous Givenchy; for just $119.00, as opposed to the $519.00 required to make the Givenchy’s your very own, they are just as capable of lending a bit of sass to your strut, at a price that no frugalista could possibly resist!

Now the question remains…will you be thrifty, or suckered into putting on your spendthrift cap?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Endless for the picture.


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Tightwad Tuesday: Giuseppe Zanotti E07031 Open Toe Bootie on a Budget

Darlings, in the left corner we have Giuseppe Zanotti’s extravagant E07031 Open Toe Bootie – the very same ones seen upon Tinsley Mortimer, Miley Cyrus, Whitney Port, Taylor Momsen, Cameron Diaz, and Mary-Kate Olsen; to the left feast your eyes upon the magnificent YESSIR by Promise.

While the YESSIR pretty is more military green than military gray a la the glamorous Giuseppe’s; for just $39.98, in comparison to the $875.00 price tag of the Zanotti marvels, they are every bit as capable of adding a splash of military chic to one’s look du jour, at a price that no frugal fashionista will be able to refuse!

Is today the day for you to please the big spender within; or will you play it cool and be thrifty?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Endless and Love My Shoes for the pictures.


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Tightwad Tuesday: Proenza Schouler Large Leather PS1 for Pennies

Kitty cats it is not everyday that one falls in love with a handbag in such a way that they contemplate dipping into their life savings and tossing it directly in the face of the shopkeeper in order to claim perfection as their very own; nevertheless, it is an occurrence that does happen every once in awhile during the course of an individual’s lifetime, leading the consumer in question to cast all cares to the wayside and splurge, splurge, splurge!

In past times, such an honor fell upon Balenciaga’s Giant City and Marc by Marc Jacobs’ Stam Satchel; now, the object being swooned over has fallen upon the shoulders of the bewitching Large Leather PS1 from Proenza Schouler.

Darlings if there is any doubt in your mind regarding the necessity of a wondrously weatherbeaten messenger bag slash satchel to one’s wardrobe please shut it out immediately! The truth of the matter, I’ll have you know, is that a cross body bag is an item which no supposed fashionista should be without. It retains the ability to allow for free hands during spur of the moment shopping sprees; whilst adding a splash of casual finesse to the haut monde ensemble we both know you are currently accoutered in. All of which can be observed with one half-second glance in the direction of the Large Leather PS1.

Half inspired by the uniform-wearing Prep School students nonchalantly strolling along Park Avenue, ties undone and hair mesmerizingly mussed; half influenced by the saddle bags carried by experienced equestrians, the Large Leather PS1 combines two worlds into one charming carryall, allowing the user to look unfussy yet fabulous. If only the pricetag were as magnificent as the alluring aesthetic.

Obviously there is no doubt that Proenza Schouler’s pretty is jaw-droppingly beautiful; but at $1,995.00, it is also fairly unattainable for the frugal fashionista. ASOS’ Leather Twist Lock Satchel, on the other hand, is more wallet-friendly.

While slightly darker in color than its more expensive pal; for $109.91, the ASOS piece is a classy compromise with the power to breathe a little elegance into any girl’s handbag collection!

Tell me, kittens…will you be a big spender and go for Proenza Schouler, or be thrifty and spring for ASOS?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Barneys and ASOS for the pictures.


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Crowning Glory

Once upon a time in a land far, far away, there lived a beautiful, golden-haired princess who spent her days prancing in the palace gardens alongside her snow white unicorn...

Okay, okay. As much as we'd all love to be princesses with unicorns to call our own, the only way it will ever happen is if a prince comes along and asks for our hand in marriage. But I can't help but feel like a princess, complete with crown, when I see those headbands that rest around your forehead as opposed to upon your head.

Part chic, part rock star, part bohemian. These little jewels seem to add a little glimmer and glitz to even the drabbest of outfits. Yet as much as I adore them, I can't help but find myself scared to even try one on for size.

At times they seem Rambo-like; others, they appear ethereal. But the thought of wearing one in everyday life seems kin to wearing bowling shoes on the street - totally taboo!

Is this a trend for the layman, or a celebrities-only accessory? Can you, your best friend, or even the lady down the street rock one while window shopping; or is it exclusive to Peaches Geldof, Nicole Richie, Lindsay Lohan, Mischa Barton, Mary-Kate Olsen and the like?

Thoughts please!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Time Inc. for the picture.