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Barbie on a Budget
In a world with 7 billion people, we all seek our own identity. Brands are now able to market and research fashion in order to set trends and make bold statements. With so many brands accumulating and surfacing every corner, it is hard to find one that meets your needs. To add to your worries, budget, location, and quality impact your shopping experience. It is hard to deny the universal truth that we live in a capitalist consumer-driven economy. Our society emphasizes and judges individuals through the way one identifies oneself through fashion; thus, making the cost of confidence expensive. However, there is a solution to the stress of shopping. For this reason, I must ask, do you crave to have a perfect style that everyone desires? Well, what’s stopping you! Money is no longer a worry knowing a few online shops and hacks you could apply to your wardrobe.
Karen GosalPublished 6 years ago in StyledLook like You Spend Big Bucks
Now if you are like me, you love to carry expensive name brand bags. Unfortunately when you become a mother, it is rare to afford such luxuries. Have no fear, there is a way to still carry adorable bags made by top designers and not break the bank! My secret.... thrift stores, pawn shops, consignment stores, flea markets, online consignment shops, Facebook marketplace and resale apps (such as Letgo). It’s important to know these items will not be current season but you can find some great staple bags from $1 to $50 depending on the brand. So how do I get great bags for Walmart prices? Here’s how...
Tiffany MichaelPublished 6 years ago in StyledThrift Shopping 101
My friends and family know not to even ask, "Where'd you get your outfit?" because my answer is always... the thrift store! Just know that 99% of the time, I'm wearing at least one piece of thrifted clothing or accessory. I get asked all the time how I snag good finds, so I put together a list of tips that I follow in order to add some cute/cheap clothes to my wardrobe and my eBay page!
Melanie HowerPublished 6 years ago in StyledThe Art of Thrift-Shopping
Patience, Patience, Patience The first tip I can give is to go into your thrifting adventure with an open mind, and with the patience of a zen Buddha. Thrifting has a lot of misses, many more misses than hits if we are being honest. You probably won't find that amazing pair of Miu Miu heels in your size at the first Goodwill you step into. You probably won't find any Miu Miu at any Goodwill, like, ever. That being said once in a while you will find that "I can't believe this is $12.00" hidden treasure, and it will make everything worth it.
Andres MarinPublished 6 years ago in StyledHow to Handle a Wardrobe Malfunction like a Pro
You don’t have to be a celebrity to suffer from a wardrobe malfunction. In fact, many people suffer from wardrobe malfunctions on the street, in the workplace, on stage, and in everyday life. We’ve learned from stars like Kim Kardashian and Nicki Minaj that it's totally possible to handle a wardrobe malfunction like a pro because these women have dealt with wardrobe malfunctions on the red carpet in front of millions of people and cameras, and survived. If they can handle it, so can we. Here are some of the best tips to handling a wardrobe malfunction with dignity and get on with your day as if nothing has happened.
Morgan E. WestlingPublished 6 years ago in StyledNYFW Favs and Trends
I know I’m late to write on NYFW, but bear with me, rather than reporting on the looks as they come out a la Instagram style, I like to simmer in the content and attempt to look at the week as a whole with an aerial view perspective. After just a couple days into NYFW, I already spotted some trends – Western wear perseveres, fringe has gotten a chic update, sheer silhouettes are shining through, ruffles continue to make waves, animal print is having its moment, Tevas are cool now (some would argue that they always have been), and moisturized takes on a whole new meaning.
Arielle AvilaPublished 6 years ago in StyledChoosing a Fashion Style? Be Yourself or Lose Yourself
I am not the best when it comes to fashion, at least in some people's eyes, but in my eyes? Haha, you can ask that again. My wardrobe isn't the best but it is kinda is to me, why? Because I LIKE EVERYTHING in it. I'm not rich, I hate wasting my money on buying expensive clothes. I'm about the cheapest person to have ever crossed this planet when it comes to fashion, well, maybe. Want to know where I go shopping for my wardrobe? Burlington. Yes, Burlington. It's about the cheapest clothing store I've ever seen. Is there any store that you walk in and you feel like you are rich because you can literally afford 90 percent of the stuff you see? Burlington has gotta be one of those. They provide the best quality at the cheapest price. One of the things about fashion, probably the most important thing, is comfort. Always wear what you are comfortable wearing.
Cedric KasongoPublished 6 years ago in Styled13 Alternative Fashion Brands You Need to Know
Mainstream fashion is nice for most, but if you really want to be able to grab attention, you can't rely on Abercrombie & Fitch to carry you. A little bit of alternative style can do a lot for your wardrobe, your vibe, and also the way people see you.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 6 years ago in StyledThe Problem with Posh
Even though Poshmark has gone far beyond what any other fashion app has succeeded in doing as both a thrift app as well as wholesale distribution, there are some unmistakable discrepancies that I’ve noticed as both buyer and seller. I’m not dedicating this entire blog to bashing the platform, of course, because like I said, it’s a very unique and even addictive app. If you’ve not opted to boycott the fashion app yet and still deciding whether or not to give it spin, I should probably tell you… there’s a problem with Posh.
Kristen BingelPublished 6 years ago in StyledThe 10 Most Expensive Fashion Labels
Fashion, if nothing else, has become a major indicator of who you are and what you're about. A person who doesn't really care about appearances will typically opt for comfy sweats or plain black clothing. People who are eccentric will often wear clothing that matches that look.
Sasha KonikovoPublished 6 years ago in StyledFall Must-Haves
Fall is officially here, which means it's time to add a little spice into your wardrobe and life. For me, fall usually means bonfires, hoodies, sweaters, leaves, rain, thunderstorms, Halloween, and much colder temperatures, however, this is my first fall that I will not be experiencing many of these seasonal aspects that help to make it the greatest time of the year. Fall has always been my favorite season specifically because of the many different commodities I have listed above. I am originally from the Midwest (Chicago) went to college at UMichigan but have since relocated to Los Angeles. From what I have seen thus far, fall is a little different here on the West Coast (It's September 26th and it's 94 degrees outside right now, which would be unheard of if I was back in the Midwest). I am trying to adjust but I must admit that I am missing those chillier days and the breathtaking colors of the changing leaves. Nevertheless, I will persist. Here are a few items that I am loving as I transition from a Midwest fall to a West Coast fall:
Ashley ZychPublished 6 years ago in StyledThe Lexicon of Street Culture
As the bad-boy of fashion is increasingly co-opted by the luxury market, it’s perhaps important to remind ourselves of streetwear's roots, intrinsic values, and the man whom many say started the whole thing in the first place—Shawn Stussy.