If you're wondering what this post is all about here's a quick recap: One of my favorite magazines, InStyle features an article titled "Shop like a Fashsion Editor". Three editors are given a budget of $400, $2,000 and $4,000 respectively. Each editor in turn shares what has “inspired” them and then goes about finding key clothing pieces within their budget. This is an ongoing thing lasting 4 months or so. The funds are spread accordingly, ie: approximately $100 of the $400 budget gets spent per month. You might be thinking, "But wait a minute, I don't have a $4,000 clothing budget or even $400". Not a problem. How about $50? Heck you could probably skate by with $25.
It was all about florals this month for me. And my inspiration was the many bloggers I've seen doing this trend up. Here's how I made $50 bloom into a fabulous bouquet of style:
Rene Margo floral shirt: 5.00
I found this at an antique store of all places. More and
more you’ll find at least a few stalls dedicated to clothing especially in the bigger
"mall" type antique stores.
This blouse makes me insanely happy just looking at it.
Elle maxi dress: 6.99
You’ve seen me sport this one already here. I was about to walk out of the thrift store and this dress caught my eye on the way out. It may have even called my name.
Floral capris: 5.99
Here I go again. I'm determined to wear a pair of floral pants this season (the right way). I like them much better than the ones I wore here.
George paisley/floral skirt: 4.49
I recognize this as a Walmart brand. How come I never see
cute stuff like this when I’m in there?
No label shirt: 4.49
If you’ve noticed by my last couple of posts, I’m deep into
blues right now. The fabric is see-through thin and it's slightly oversized and I plan on wearing it knotted at
the waist with a tank underneath.
Poppy purse spray: 26.50
Ok, who says all the budget has to spent on clothes? I had a coupon from Coach, so I bought one of the least expensive things in the store I could find, a purse sized bottle of "Poppy"...Hey it's a flower.
Total spent this month: 55.46
Total remaining: 43.86 ( gotta be careful next month)
I LOVE that maxi dress!!! So pretty! Your comment about Walmart made me laugh- I've found a few things at the thrift store I just totally adored and was surprised to find they were Walmart brand because I cannot recall a single time where I saw something IN Walmart that just grabbed my attention (or yelled my name...like your dress did to you :-) )
ReplyDeleteYeah Ally, I don't know what's up with that. Maybe if they displayed them a little better, I might find something there. Then again, it's better I find them at the thrift store and pay half price!
DeleteMy favorites are that pink Walmart skirt and those floral pants. Can't wait to see them on you.
ReplyDeleteLisa, I thought of you when I bought that pink skirt, because I you're so darned cute in your pink outfits.
DeleteYou've reminded me that it is time for me to do a budget post. I'd say you are doing very well--I especially like that first blouse you pictured. But, I had to smile at the story that went with the maxis, as I recently saw something on my way out of a thrift and splurged on it too.
ReplyDeleteThat's one of my favorite last minute purchases. I'm beyond happy with it.
ReplyDeleteThe Elle maxi dress is really terrific, and I like the pink print skirt as well. Great finds, Style Agent, and thanks for linking up.
ReplyDeleteYou did good, REAL good! Can't wait to see the floral pants! I bought some with zebras on 'em this weekend :P
ReplyDeleteWow sheila--you really scored!!! I was drooling over the bright floral print blouse!!
ReplyDeleteAnd the maxi--that will get so much styling mileage!!
Great finds! WOW!
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i want that maxi
ReplyDeleteXo Megan
The colorful floral shirt is beautiful. I love trolling antique malls for clothing stalls, and I've found some great pieces as my reward. You really know how to find the good stuff for next to nothing.
ReplyDeleteYep, I head straight for the clothes, since most antique stores don't really have antiques anymore!
DeleteYou got some really great pieces, I am very into floral right now also, I am looking for a floral pant like your capris - I hope I have you luck !
ReplyDeleteCarrie
Thanks Carrie. I really like these because they're kind of a long capri, making them look more like pants.
ReplyDeleteSheila! more great finds once again. I especially like the floral pants and the walmart skirt, and completely agree with you - why don`t they have stuff like that when I`m there?
ReplyDeleteThis style of post is awesome! I remember reading those magazines and I always feel a little flabbergasted by their budgets, especially considering how little they get for it. You have some really great finds... My favourite is the Walmart skirt but I can't believe it came from there! I have never seen something like that there! So pretty.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you got the floral pants for such a good deal. That's so awesome. Love the pants.
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