Monthly Archives: May 2015

Fab & Frugal Deals of the Day: The Cover Up

May 13, 2015

Good morning, fashionable friends!

Yesterday’s beach bag post has put me in the summertime spirit!

Finding the perfect swimsuit is always the hardest part of the summer shopping season. We don’t want to hide our hard-earned bodies or our perfectly fit suits from the world as we make our way to the beach, but we also don’t want to walk around totally exposed showing off some of our more jiggly bits when it may not be entirely appropriate to do so.

The swimsuit cover up is a fun item to shop for and often pretty affordable. I like to splurge a bit on this particular item since wearing it makes me feel pretty and helps me build my confidence as I walk to the beach. I sometimes need a little extra boost of confidence in order to bare my bare self. Plus – it can often double as a cute top or dress when paired with the right undergarments.

Side Cowl Cover Up ($54.50)

Side-Cowl Cover Up

High Tide Blue Life Maxi Dress ($107.98)

High Tide Maxi

High Tide Maxi

Raviya Convertible Dress ($36)

Raviya Convertible Dress

Joni Kimono Cardigan ($52)

Kimono Cardigan

Kimono Cardigan

Warehouse Zig Zag Print Kaftan ($79)

ASOS Zig Zag Print Kaftan

ASOS Zig Zag Print Kaftan

Top Shop Tile Print Dress ($50)

Tile Print Dress

Tile Print Dress

Beach Bag Essentials

May 12, 2015

Hello, fashionable friends!

Today we’re going to talk about everyone’s favorite summer accessory – the beach bag. It’s stylish, roomy, and meant to hold all of our beachy essentials. What girl doesn’t love a good excuse to pack a giant purse?!

The beach is the ideal vacation spot. You can gracefully adorn the sand as you tan your winter whites away or you can hop in the surf for a little fun in the waves. Whatever your beach time habits are, I guarantee you brought along your stylish tote.

Here are my affordable beach bag essentials…

1) H&M Sunglasses ($7.95)

2) H&M Bikini Bottoms ($12.95)

3) H&M Bikini Top ($17.95)

4) H&M Beach Towel ($12.95)

5) H&M Straw Hat ($12.95)

6) Hawaiian Tropic SPF 15 Tanning Oil ($8.49)

7) Hawaiian Tropic Shimmer Effect Coconut Lotion ($6.79)

8) Ulta Spray SunScreen SPF 50 ($8.49)

9) Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm ($6.99)

10) Argan OIl Hair Treatment ($11.99)

11) Women’s Woven Straw Tassle Tote ($29.99)

12) Trader Joes Freeze Dried Strawberries (In Store)

13) Orla Kiely Bamboo Water Bottle ($14.99)

14) Volcom Have Fun Thong Sandal ($23.95)

Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day

May 8, 2015

Hello, fashionable friends!

We are always looking for that one magnificent deal. It’s like being a fashion pirate seeking out that treasure trove of fashionable excellence. Yar!

Although this might not be the “cheapest” pair of shoes you’ll see me post, I just have to share them with you because I really believe them to be part of this summer’s trove of fashionable finds.

They are such a fantastic look for summer, are comfortable, and mimic other popular styles costing in the $400 – $500 range despite only being $149.

Without further ado, I present to you Invanka Trump’s ‘Dapoli’ Pump:

Ivanke Trump 'Dapoli' Pump

Ivanke Trump ‘Dapoli’ Pump

If you’re wondering how to wear them, they would look great with ANY of the looks below. Comment with pictures of how YOU like to wear them and I might feature you on the page!

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The Bitch Is Back In Town

May 7, 2015

In the immortal words of Elton John, the bitch is back in town.

Once again, life took over and my blogging hobbies were pushed aside while I tried to balance work, relationships, finances, travel, and general life chaos. Since I have learned to better manage the insanity of life and better balance my priorities, I have carved out a little extra time for this great adventure. This project is my treat to myself and hopefully something fun that we can indulge in together.

So…here we go…again.

Fashionably yours,

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

A Flowery Affair

May 7, 2015

Hello, again, fashionable friends!

Let’s get back into the blogging grind with some flowery fun…

Flowers have been on trend since, well, the first woman came into existence. Can’t you just imagine Eve with a garland of daises atop her perfectly placed tresses? Even now Princess Kate Middleton gracefully exits the hospital adorned in spring-inspired florals.

Although the floral trend is time tested and celebrity approved, there are some rules to donning herbaceous threads.

Rule #1 – Don’t overdo it.

Remember the pregnant Kim Kardashian and her rose garden disaster? Although I love the shape of the dress, she looks like a floating head in a sea of poorly placed rosettes. Instead, let’s look for something with a flattering shape and appropriately placed blooms (i.e. Eva Mendes).

KimvsEva

Rule #2 – Florals aren’t just for the fancy.

Florals can be a great go-to for a feminine take on running errands. Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Mendes, Reese Witherspoon, and Jessica Alba use flowery frocks all the time to update an otherwise basic look. Here are a few fun examples:

http://www.elle.com/fashion/celebrity-style/news/g7495/alexa-chung-style/?slide=7

Photo: Getty Images

http://fashiongum.com/womens-fashion/2015-fashion-trend-floral-pants-for-women/

Photo: Fashion Gum

Stoianov/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES

Photo: Stoianov/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES

Rule #3 – Keep the floral pasties UNDER a fabulous top.

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