the budgetista

Lace Redux: Orange Lace Dress with Neon Accents.

thebudgetista — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:28:00 +0000

Today is a good day; mainly because I got my tax return back but also because the sun is shining and life is good. It’s the little things in life, like this orange lace dress that retails for almost $300. Ummm, do you know what I could do with $300? A LOT. My tax return is not going to clothes I can’t afford, I could get like 50 blow outs, new makeup and an outfit for that much money. Thankfully, Charlotte Russe is on the budgetista plan and has a similar lace version in orange for only $33. Happy Wednesday!

The Real:

Msgm Lace Sleeveless Dress – $282

The Steal:

Charlotte Russe Belted Lace A-Line Dress – $33

Bethenny’s Pink Dress & Orange Pumps from Bethenny Ever After for under $70.

thebudgetista — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:50:47 +0000

I am so happy that Bethenny is back on, she has always been one of my favorite housewives and has turned out to be the most successful one of the entire franchise. Along with her honesty and wit I appreciate Bethenny’s style, which is usually pretty affordable for a gal who is a self-made millionaire. Take a cue from the original Skinnygirl and pair bright pink with orange pumps for under $70. Take that Jill Zarin.

The Look for Less:

Pink Draped Ruched Mini Dress – $28

Qupid 156 Pump – $40

Sale Alert: Beach Bunny Swimwear & Naven on Hautelook.

thebudgetista — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:16:03 +0000

Two of my favorite brands, Beach Bunny Swimwear and Naven are on sale at Hautelook today! If you love the bikinis rocked by the OC Housewives they are almost always Beach Bunny and Naven is a favored brand of celebs so make sure to check out these sales, ending Monday.

Beach Bunny Swimwear on Sale

Naven on Sale

Look for Less: Rosie Huntington-Whitley’s Mismatched Bikini.

thebudgetista — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:40:50 +0000

I LOVE Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington-Whitley’s style and the fact that she is dating Jason Statham is a major bonus because it means she has an edge. Like how she rocked this mismatched bikini, pairing floral with stripes. EDGE. But since we all don’t have a VS angel budget I figured you could get creative at your local Target and recreate the mismatched look like the option I put together below for only $30. Happy Friday!

The Real: Zimmermann Dreamer Mismatched Bikini – $250

The Look for Less:

Xhilaration Juniors Bandeau Swim Top – Multicolor – $14.99

Xhilaration Juniors Hipster Swim Bottom – $14.99

budgetista deal: $25 for $50 at Baublebar.

thebudgetista — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:38:26 +0000

My latest obsession? Baublebar.com, an affordable online fashion jewelry store that sources from the same designers who supply high-end retailers. Because there is no middleman or physical store they have eliminated a high mark-up, leaving tons of killer options for us budgetistas! Bloomspot has a great deal today that I had to share: $25 for $50 and $50 for $100 at Baublebar.com. Happy Monday!

Get the deal: $25 for $50 at baublebar.com

Look for Less: Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Heart Intarsia Sweater.

thebudgetista — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:24:34 +0000

Wear your heart on your chest this Valentine’s Day without breaking your budget; your boyfriend will appreciate your savvy shopping skills. And if you’re single, wearing this steal out to some I hate Valentine’s Day party will definitely be a conversation starter since you’ll basically be a walking target. Either way it’s a win-win sweater situation. Get 10% off at ASOS by sending a Valentine.

The Real: Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Heart intarsia sweater – $300

The Steal: ASOS Angora Sweater with Heart – $63

budgetista valentine’s day gift list.

thebudgetista — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:07:40 +0000

I had the best time putting together this Valentine’s Day gift list, there are so many things I want (and no guy to get them for me). But don’t feel bad for me because I have a secret Valentine’s Day gift exchange with my girlfriends this year so we can spoil each other on V Day the way a man should. Hopefully my Valentine reads this post before the big day (hint, hint). I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine’s Day and get spoiled like you deserve!

1. BB Dakota Crimson Sighs Dress – $97

2. Kate Spade La Pavillion Dot iPhone Case – $40

3. BaubleBar Large Pendant Monogram Necklace – $115
{Use code BBMine2012 for 14% off order}

4. Dior Miss Dior Perfume – $80

5. I love you two-finger ring – $40

6. Paris Hilton Keysha Leopard Pumps – $90

Chambray Button-down Shirt on a Budget.

thebudgetista — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:48:21 +0000

Every style blogger knows that chambray is where it’s at, which is why I have been on the search for the perfect button down chambray shirt for the past few months so I can wear it like this:

and also like this…

And the perfect chambray button down at the budgetista-friendly price is:

Old Navy Western Chambray Shirt – $27

Look for Less: Kyle Richards’ Sequin Stripe Tunic from Nate Berkus Show.

thebudgetista — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:50:23 +0000

While I am sad to see The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills come to an end, my favorite franchise {Real Housewives of Orange County} premieres tonight and I cannot wait to start covering some O.C. style on a budget. The skimpier the better! Even though the season is over for our beloved BH housewife Kyle Richards, she has been making the talk show rounds for her new book and I received many requests for her sequin tunic from the Nate Berkus show. Get Kyle’s style on a budget with a striped sequin tunic that won’t break your budget.

The Real: Parker Sequin Stripe Tunic – $297

The Steal: ArdenB Embellished Blousant Mini Dress – $169

Kate Spade Surprise Sale up to 75% Off.

thebudgetista — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:08:00 +0000

Kate Spade is having a surprise sale today only with savings up to 75% off, plus $5 ground shipping. Click on the evite below to get your Kate Spade fix. Happy Tuesday!!