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The Wedding Guest Dress Code

July 30, 2015

Good morning, fashionable friends!

‘Tis the season for wedding vows, champagne, and tear-soaked toasts. It seems like every weekend during the summer someone that I know somewhere is getting married. I love seeing smiling faces and beautiful pictures cloud my social media feeds but I also love the excuse to get gussied up.

Depending on the type of wedding, the bride and groom may request a certain dress code; however, most weddings keep a pretty traditional and generic expectation for guest attire (aka – do NOT match the bride).

I have put together some great dress options that look fabulous and will keep you in the bride and groom’s good graces. Best part? They are under $150!

Although the dresses below are fun and flirty, weddings are a great time to get fancy in your own way. Do you want to rock the Diane Keaton menswear look? Go for it! Just keep in mind the couple you are at the wedding to honor and keep your colors and cutouts appropriate. Not sure? Recruit a brutally honest friend to help you with your look.

For those of you swooning over designer garb but loathing the price tag – have you ever heard of renting a dress? Thanks to great companies like Rent the Runway, Halston Heritage and Badgley Mischka may not be totally off of your shopping list.

Finally, I thought we could all use a wedding guest etiquette refresher. Check out the ultimate guide to wedding etiquette here.

Cheers to the newlyweds!

Fashionably yours,

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

1) ASOS Wedding Bardot Floral Off Shoulder Pencil Dress ($125.41), 2) Paper Crown Peach Tree Dress ($99), 3) TFNC Midi Dress with Embellished Shoulders & Wrap Skirt ($85), 4) Coral Tree Dress ($149), 5) ASOS Wrap Drape Midi Dress ($98.53)

Savvy Summer Swimsuits (Take 2)

July 29, 2015

Good morning, fashionable friends!

Summer is in its prime and many vacations have yet to be taken. For those of us headed to beach destinations, our greatest accessory is skin tight and often a tad uncomfortable. What eases the nerves of the female beach-goer bearing it all? Cute swimwear!

In the spirit of sunshine and sand, here are five affordable swimsuits that are sure to keep you stunning while sunning.

ASOS Vintage Hawaiian Print 70s Plung Halter ($53.75)

Missguided Color Block Bikini (Starting at $27)

Wolf & Whistle High Waist Bikini (Starting at $27)

River Island Swimsuit in Leaf ($62)

Platinum L Space Strappy Bikini (Starting at $59)

Make Up Bag Essentials

July 20, 2015

Good morning, fashionable friends!

As previously mentioned, I am obsessed with French women and their seemingly effortless glamour. Because of my love affair with the world of French elegance, my makeup routine has become a bit minimalist. I am focused more on diligent skincare and healthy living habits than I am on camouflaging my imperfections. That doesn’t mean that I don’t occasionally glam it up with some serious blush and eyeliner, but I keep things pretty simple on a day to day basis.

In addition to the awesome products that I use, I have a great make up bag that actually fits EVERYTHING. If you are looking for an adorable, functional makeup bag that is easy to throw in your purse when you are on the go, check out the canvas bags from Sugarboo Designs. The one listed below was given to me as a gift from my boyfriend’s mother and I simply adore it.

Post any questions you might have about my skincare and makeup routines below.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

1. Sugarboo Designs Canvas Bag with Audrey Hepburn Quote ($16)

2. Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15 ($48)

3. Fringe Benefits Mascara ($17.50)

4. NYX Natural Eye Shadow Pallette ($7.50)

5. NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder ($6.00)

6. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer ($29)

7. Benefit Cosmetics High Brow ($22)

8. Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain ($30)

9. Jouer Cosmetics Highlighter ($22)

10. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($26)

11. Beauty Blender Sponge ($20)

12. Sephora Collection Classic Setting Powder Brush ($11)

13. MAC Cosmetics Blender Brush 217 ($24)

14. Claudalie Beauty Elixer ($18)

15. Bobbi Brown Ink Liner ($29)

Miss USA Inspired Bikini Bling

July 18, 2015

Good morning again, fashionable friends!

In honor of the recent Miss USA 2015 competition, today’s post is all about brazenly blingy bikinis.

Wearing a sequined bikini isn’t for everyone so I’ve included some more subtle options for those of us who are, say, a bit more minimalist.

Fashionably yours,

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

Lolli Swim-Sea Bikini

Amuse Society Angie Sequin Bikini

PilyQ ‘Gypsy’ Embellished Bikini

QUINTSOUL Wild Orchid Bikini

Sale Alert: LuLu’s

July 17, 2015

Lulu’s Happy Hour sale – get 20% rompers and jumpsuits with code: HH20ROMP

Celebrity Copy Cat – Classy Casual

July 17, 2015

Hello again, fashionable friends!

I’m sure most of you have caught on to the “classy casual” trend that seems to have swept through popular blog posts around the world. SincerelyJules and Kature have even been known to even strut down a red carpet wearing a Chanel jacket and Jimmy Choo pumps styled with unexpected deconstructed denim trousers, minimal makeup, and beachy waves. We all love it, right? The juxtaposition of the classic with the edgy is exciting; however, the cruel irony of the seemingly downplayed, popular look is that it is pretty damn difficult to pull off.

So, where do we start? How do we mimic those fashion icons without looking like Modonna and Jackie Kennedy’s wardrobes had a dysfunctional lovechild? Even more, how do we do it without breaking the bank on some of the items that seem almost essential to the look (i.e. Valentino studded heels)?

Let’s take a little inspiration from our friends over at SincerelyJules and Kayture (both fabulous – check them out)…

Credit: Kayture.com

Credit: SincerelyJules.com

Now…to mimic the looks without gawking at the price tags.

Firstly, both classy casual looks have one thing in common – those incredible Rockstud heels from Valentino ($995). I don’t know about you, but my “mom status” puts me more in the Nordstrom Rack roaming section rather than the Saks “hand over your kid’s college tuition” section. One of the best look-alikes I found is by Loslandifen and is a mere $39!

Secondly, we need a structured jacket. Fortunately, the classic fashionista usually has one or two of those somewhere in her closet. In case you are looking for something new, I am loving the Mural Slouchy Blazer. I own it in almost every color and I adore all of them.

Thirdly, minimalist accessories like the Long Necklace Gold Bar from Layered and Long and a classic structured tote make this look understated yet fabulous.

Finally, pair an unstructured top like a the Zara loose t-shirt with a basic pair of bottoms. Based on the two inspiration pictures, I included a white denim option and a great black short option. Both are affordable and would look great with your blogger-inspired look!

Fasionably yours,

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

Sale Alert: Splendid

July 16, 2015

Splendid is hosting their Summer Clearance sale with some awesome deals on swimwear and shoes. Check it out, friends!

Flats for the Office

July 16, 2015

Good day, fashionable friends!

Most of you get up every morning, don your work-wear essentials, and step out the door to face the day in some version of an office environment. What’s the best thing about working in an office? You guessed it – dressing up a bit.

I often think about my office wardrobe and picture my well pressed pencil skirt paired with a nice nude pump. Sometimes I consider my wide-leg trousers and swoon over the mental image of them accompanied by an adorable platform. Recently though I’ve taken a keen interest in French fashion and I’ve noticed a surprising trend – flats. French women seem to pair flats with everything and it always looks FABULOUS!

Being “vertically challenged”, flats used to give me a great deal of anxiety. I always felt like the executives of my professional halls towered over me; however, inspired by the French, I have recently overcome my fear of being a bit stumpy and I’ve never been happier!

So, friends, let’s take a cue from those fabulous French ladies and appreciate the versatile, stylish flat.

Fashionably yours,

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

Raphaella Booz Jeweled Prinnia Slingbacks ($128)

BCBGeneration ‘Brisk B’ Perforated Oxford ($97)

Jeffrey Campbell ‘Vionnet’ Pointy Toe Flat ($99)

Yes, Bow, Maybe So Flat ($29)

Kate Spade New York Jove Ballet Flats ($98)

Carvela Kurt Geiger Lad Oxfords ($79)

Melissa Christy Jason Wu D’Orsay Flats ($110)

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)

High Tide Blue Life Maxi Dress ($107.98)

High Tide Maxi

Raviya Convertible Dress ($36)

Joni Kimono Cardigan ($52)

Kimono Cardigan

Warehouse Zig Zag Print Kaftan ($79)

ASOS Zig Zag Print Kaftan

Top Shop Tile Print Dress ($50)

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)

The Transitional Wardrobe

August 11, 2014

Good morning, fashionable friends!

Summer is slowly coming to a close as we prepare for new school schedules and cooler temperatures. So, even if it isn’t time to put away those shorts and pull out the parkas, it is nearly time for the implementation of the transitional wardrobe.

Transitional wardrobes are a girl’s best friend. Transitional wardrobes are a blend of pieces from warmer weather clothing and cooler weather clothing. With layers, you can be prepared for the first bits of cooler weather while still maintaining an appropriate style for the hotter moments of the day that are yet to let our sweaty selves be.

Although everyone is familiar with layering, Miranda Kerr is the queen of modern transitional dress. She has mastered color pallets, fabrics, and flirty styles while managing to remain appropriate for any woman to imitate on a daily basis. Here are just a few of her transitional wardrobe styles

In any one of these photos, a layer or two could be removed to make the outfits more warm weather friendly. Also, the end of summer time also means a rush to wear all of those nautical inspired items that we bought for summer (i.e. blue and white striped sweater, etc.).

The other thing that makes Miranda Kerr’s wardrobe so functional is that her statement pieces (i.e. cropped leather jacket, utility jacket, booties, neutral totes, etc.) are timeless and appropriate for all seasons. Summer may not yet be over, but it’s time to start preparing for some stylish layers.

Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day: Teeny Weeny Polka Dot Bikini

February 28, 2014

I love J. Crew’s swimsuit collection – they always fit great and last forever. This particular set from J. Crew is on sale and totally worth the leftover Christmas money. I recommend sizing up a bit in the cup size if you can since those triangle bikinis can sometimes be the perfect recipe for “wardrobe malfunction” if they’re not properly fit.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

J. Crew Dot Bikini ($59)

Comfy In Cargo

February 11, 2014

Hello again, fashionable friends!

I love a comfortable outfit which is also effortlessly adorable. Skinny military-inspired pants are all the rage right now and can be appropriate for many a body type. For a casual, feminine take on an otherwise masculine trend, check out this fashionably frugal ensemble…

Hinge Textured Cardigan ($46)

ASOS Tank High Neck ($14)

Tiri Cargo Pants ($59)

Red Dress Fashion Show – Day One

February 11, 2014

Hello, fashionable friends!

The Red Dress Fashion Show was a huge hit this year! In honor of that program, today’s post contains tons of awesome pieces in…you guessed it…RED.

Red has long been considered a wardrobe basic and continues to adorn runways across the seasons. Blonde, brunette, or ginger – red is your color! Enjoy this collection of chic, affordable red items and show your reddish hues in honor of those powerful individuals whom have battled heart disease and to create awareness for those who may still be at risk. In addition, keep a sharp lookout for multiple Red Dress galleries as the week goes on.

Happy shopping!

P.S. If you want more information about the Heart Truth Campaign, click here.

Marissa Dress ($89)

Babaton Freddie Dress ($75)

Babaton Chaplin Blouse ($95)

Lena Wrap Dress ($69)

French Knot Cardigan ($29)

Wilfred Free Rollinson Blouse ($95)

Roseland Dress – Anthropologie ($189)

Ralph by Ralph Lauren Matte Jersey Dress ($89)

The Leather Jacket Trend

September 12, 2013

Celebrities and style gurus have taken an edgier approach to this season’s fashions. Although blazers are classic and still very much considered to be a wardrobe staple, leather jackets have become a close second to the more structured piece.

Leather can do several things for an outfit. Firstly, the texture can add visual appeal that you’d have a hard time finding with any other basic fabric type. By mixing feminine, more commonly used fabrics with a pop of leather texture, you’ve taken your classic look to a more modern place. Secondly, leather creates a whole new outfit character. Sounds strange, I know. Think about it though…if you saw someone wearing a midi pleated skirt with a well tailored blazer and a crisp, white blouse you’d probably think, “She looks very nice and is well put together.” If you see someone with the same skirt and blouse, however, you’ll think that same person is vogue, current, AND put together. Here’s an example…

Maybe the leather trend is appealing to you, but the $400 – $4000 price tag is not. For the leather jacket fashion huntress on a budget, check out my picks below for some great leather jackets each for less than $100.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

River Island Waterfall Front Leather Jacket

ASOS Limited Edition Studded Leather Jacket

RD Style Quilted Vegan Leather Jacket

Calvin Klein Moto Jacket

Rhyme Los Angeles Moto Tweed Jacket

Pin-spiration: Nautical Nancy

September 4, 2013

I see this Pin all over the place, but I know that it can sometimes be difficult to find the perfect nautical pieces for a decent price point.

Today’s pin-spiration look can be achieved all for less than $150. All of the pieces are evergreen pieces too which means that they can be mixed, matched and worn forever without fear of them losing their stylish elements.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

Pin-spiration Pic: Nautical Nancy

Look Alike Pieces:

Classic Nautical Tee ($18)

Asos Linen Midi Skirt ($24)

Faux Frames ($10)

Classic Brown Belt ($15)

Nordstrom Classic Fedora ($50)

Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day

September 3, 2013

Looking for some seasonless styles that can transition your summer wardrobe to fall? Well, today’s two AWESOME deals will not only have you ready for the changing seasons, but have you channeling Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly any day of the year!

Pointed Flat Shoes ($35.90)

Two Tone Bowling Bag ($79.90)

Pin-spiration

August 28, 2013

This post is meant for all of you savvy Pinterest addicts out there. I, like you, love to browse Pinterest, it’s many inspirational trends and fun finds. So…in addition to my celebrity trend look alikes, I will occasionally pull a trending ensemble from Pinterest and put together a look alike for a fraction of the cost of the original. This whole outfit was originally thousands of dollars, but you can get the entire outfit PLUS all of the accessories for less than $200.

Keep in mind that the minimalism of this outfit with an added punch of blue is what keeps this classic style flowing and brilliant. Style hair casually to play down the structured jacket and add a smoky eye for a touchy of mystery.

Enjoy, fashionable friends!

Today’s Pin-spiration:

Look Alikes:

ASOS Wide Leg Pant ($20.25)

ZARA Racer Back Tank ($7.90)

Aryn K. Zip Pocket Blazer ($49.97)

ASOS Metal Keeper Super Skinny Waist Belt ($10.13)

New Look Madrid Metal Plate Croc Bag ($26.98)

New Look EC Ankle Strap Court Shoe ($33.74)

Nordstrom Classic ‘Seasonless’ Slouchy Knit Cap ($35.00)

Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day (#2)

August 28, 2013

Because I’ve been MIA for so long, I’ve decided to post TWO Fab & Frugal Deals. This second deal is an entire outfit and, as always, totals less than $100.

Although we’re all looking forward to fall, we still have a full 5 days until Labor Day which means that we should wear the heck out of our white summer clothes until then. Am I right?

Well, many of these items can be transitioned into fall which is why they’re part of today’s deal. Pair the tops with some shorts to keep it on trend for the end of summer or throw on some fantastic black pants and a cardi for a fall tone down. I went with something super feminine to wrap up the holiday weekend just because most of the fall styles are really edgy and dramatic. Enjoy!

Girls T from Zara ($19.90)

http://www.zara.com/us/en/trf/t-shirts/girls-t-shirt-c269214p1382535.html

Crossover Jacquard Side Zip Skirt ($39.99)

http://www.zara.com/us/en/trf/skirts-c269213.html#product=1294356&viewMode=two

Zara Patent Ballerina Flat ($29.90)

http://www.zara.com/us/en/trf/shoes/patent-ballerina-c269216p1293366.html

Tinley Road Pave Circle Stone Earring Studs ($7.97)

http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=84318&vid=1&pid=426501002

Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day

July 24, 2013

Today’s outfit may actually be a new favorite of mine. I love ALL of these pieces and they are extremely high quality. I love Aritzia and when they finally opened their online store – I thought I had died and gone to heaven.

Well, sale season is here and you can find some of Aritzia’s best for incredibly reduced prices! Check out today’s Fab & Frugal Deal of the Day – all for less than $70! I know, it’s pretty awesome.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

Wild Ones Shirt ($14.99)

Oleta Shorts ($27.50)

Trove Tkees Leather Flip Flops ($27.50)

Feminine Find: Blush Pink Romper

July 22, 2013

I love this soft pink romper which features a lace opening in the back. It’s great for these sweltering summer months because of the light fabric and open back, but it also adds a touch of femininity to what sometimes seems like a childish piece.

Because I love rompers so much (less time finding TWO pieces to put together), I have included a second fashionable find. The ASOS romper adds a little more fabric for the more modest gal and even gives the romper a more professional edge.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

ASTR Lace Back Romper ($70.00)

ASOS Playsuit ($76.36)

Neutral On A Budget

July 15, 2013

Neutral tones are this summer’s favorite trend – besides maybe neon. What makes the neutral palette so great, however, is how timeless it is. Neutral tones and textures have been popular and fashionable since the beginning of fashion history and, in my opinion, they will continue to maintain their A list status for quite some time.

The following is an ensemble of some of my favorite pieces – the entire outfit is less than $100. In fact, get all three fabulous pieces for a grand total of $92.36!

Enjoy!

Embroidered Afterglow Peasant Top ($29.95)

Pilcro Set Slim Cropped Jeans ($39.95)

Women’s Braided Sandals ($22.46)

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