Lifestyles of the Thrifty and Shameless: platos

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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Pink Florals + New Hair...

Hello and Happy Thursday my loves!

I hope you all are off to a great start today. I'm actually off to a late start today due to meetings at work. I promise if I go to yet another meeting, I'm gonna pull these marley twists out of my head.

Oh, by the way, did you notice?

I have new hair (It's actually old now as these pics were taken weeks ago)!!!

As I get further along in my pregnancy I don't want to be worried with what to do with my hair so I figured these twists would be no fuss and extremely low maintenance.

There are so many different styles that I can try with them and they really make me want to consider locking my hair.

I LOVE THEM!!!

Just about as much as I love this pretty pink floral dress.

I found it on the clearance rack at my favorite spot, none other than my 'ole faithful Target!

I fell in love with it when it initially hit the rack but I refused to pay full price for it.

So like a true 'thrifty and shameless' bargain shopper I waited....and waited...and waited...

until I finally found it marked down for $7.48!!!

Major score!

And I adore how well it goes with my 26 week bump!!!

Dress-Target | Shoes-TJ Maxx

Perfect match!!

What do you all think???

I can't wait to hear from you.

And while you're visiting, make sure to enter my $25 Target gift card giveaway as there's only a few hours left to enter. The rules are simple and you can enter by clicking here.

Thanks so much for reading.

XOXOXOXOXO

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Thursday, October 3, 2013

High Waists and Studs with a Dash of Sparkle...

Hello my loves and Happy Thursday.

I hope each of you are off to a great start.

I'm super excited that the weekend is almost here-I'm planning to participate in a yard/stockpile sale with my Mother and spend some time with her and my sister discussing plans for my little Peanut's upcoming baby shower. His dad and I are also planning to finally put his crib together sometime this week. I feel like I'm so behind with this whole nursery thing. At times I find myself worrying about things not being done by the time he gets here but when I bring myself back to reality, I realize that I may be overexxagerating just a tad.

However, I'm not exaggerating when I say that pregnancy has given me some new found curves. Like wowzers, where did these boobs come from!?

I'm loving every moment of them. LOL

I'm also loving this super comfy outfit that I put together to attend a Yelp event in my area last month.

Oh, and this grand piano!!!! Honey, I wasn't leaving the scene without taking some pictures by this gorgeousness. I mean who would be able to resist this breathtaking, picture perfect moment?

NOT I!!!

I also couldn't resist the urge to pair these high waisted pants with this cute little bolero jacket that I snagged from Plato's a couple of seasons ago. Now let me tell you, I've never really been a super huge fan of high waists OR wide leg pants but these worked so well for me.

For starters, they have lots of elastic in the waistband so they fit comfortably over my 6 month bump, which I can't keep my hands and eyes off of. Secondly, the studs had me at hello and thirdly, they were only 7 bucks at a clearance event Dillards. Major score!!!

I was initially on the fence about what to pair the pants with because I didn't want a top that would take away from the studs on both the pants and the bolero so I went to a trusty, solid colored tank that I got at one of Old Navy's '2 Dollar' tank sales.

I think everything tied in together really well-especially with the dash of sparkle from the necklace and my infamous Target clutch. This was unexpectedly one of my favorite outfits of the month.

What do you all think of the high waist trend?

I can't wait to hear from you.

Thanks so much for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Hump Day Pops of Coral...

What day is it!!??

It's HUMP DAY!!!

Woot Woot!

LOL...I'm such a dork...as I began writing this post all I could think about was this silly

Hump Day commercial that has me balled over in laughter every time I see it.

I'm so glad that we are halfway through the workweek. I've really been on it this week-catching alot of couponing deals to build my stockpile before my little man gets here. I'm happy I don't have much planned for the weekend other than getting my Peanut registered at store #2. That means I can focus my energy on reorganizing my home and getting things prepared for our first annual

Mother-Daughter Red Tag Boutique sale that my mom and I will be holding at the end of October.

Yesterday on the blog I discussed how to wear the whole "coral trend" and though it's not particularly a fall color, I plan to incorporate it into my wardrobe anyway.

I think this color works at its best when styled as an accessory hue.

For example, the necklace, purse, and bag that I added to this 'fit complimented it very well and added just a touch of edge.

It's amazing how much a pop of color can bring out an otherwise ordinary outfit.

I'm a classic type of girl so when I'm out shopping, I tend to look for neutral pieces that can be remixed and paired with several combinations for different looks.

So when I found this 99 cent striped chambray and these shorts at a $2 clearance I knew they would last a while in my wardrobe.

Both pieces are hella comfy, which makes great for my growing belly...

and I love the menswear inspired vibe that this look is giving me!!

Chambray/Belt-Thrifted | Purse-NY&Co | Sandals-Old Navy | Necklace-Platos

What color do you pair with your neutrals to give them a much needed pop?

I can't wait to hear from you!

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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Thursday, August 8, 2013

Transition Outfit...

Happy Thursday lovelies!!!

We are one step closer to the weekend. I have some extremely exciting things going on with my family and friends over the weekend and I can't wait to share with you all next week. Please stay tuned.

In this weeks 'How To Wear' post, I discussed one of my favorite trends to date-denim vests! As I was finishing the post I thought to myself, "Self, how fitting would it be to share how I style my own denim vest?"

So here you have it...

In an attempt to provide more fluidity on my blog I think I will begin to center my outfit posts around my Trendy Tuesday-How To Wear posts in order to give a uber budget friendly, realistic view of how I style some of my favorite trends.

I love this particular outfit because it transitions so easily from day to night with the simple switch of a shoe.

Here, wearing a classic and neutral pair of thong sandals, I am ready for a casual lunch or shopping date with the girls....

While here, switching the thong sandals out for a bold colored T-strap wedge, I am ready for date night with the honey.

This denim vest is one of my go to layering items. It was originally a jacket before I cut the sleeves at the seams to create this versatile number.

The sequined shoulder tee and white skinnies looked very simple and basic without the addition of the vest which gave a layer of personality to the whole outfit. Sequins give me so much life and I totally had to snatch this baby up when I found it for only $4 at a Plato's Closet clearance sale-with the tags still attached!!

The pop of color in the wedges added just the right amount of pizazz that I needed. Anyone who knows me well, is fully aware that great shoes are my specialty. I live for them-especially when they are part of a B1G1 FREE sale.

So tell me, what's your budget friendly way of transitioning your outfits from day to night?

I can't wait to hear from you!

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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PS:: Soooo....I've used the image below to enter

H&M's 50 States of Fashion Contest!

PLEASE click on this link to vote for me!! The prize is a huge shopping spree of which I will split with one other person to create a new wardrobe for them. Please comment below and let me know you've voted. Thanks a bunch for your support; it means the world to me!!

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Comfortable Flats and Plain Jane Denim...

Happy Wednesday my loves.

I hope everyone is off to a great start this afternoon.

It's been quite dreary in my area this week so I wanted to style something quick and simple. I've also been running around like crazy, picking up shipment and doing things for my shop, Miss Rockwells Racks, so I've been all about comfort lately.

Denim Skinnies-NY&Co

I feel like I rarely ever wear 'plain jane' jeans anymore. And when I actually think about it, I really don't wear a lot of regular denim. I'm totally in love with colored jeans and printed pants but today I felt like something different.

In order to still incorporate some color and print into my OOTD I layered this $2 orange crew neck sweater over a printed blue oxford blouse. Did I mention that this sweater was only $2!!! I lucked up on it when I went on a browsing escapade in JC Penny. Mind you I never shop there but after this trip I quickly changed my mind. Their clearance section is so BOMB!!!

Sweater-JCPenny|Oxford-NY&Co

These leopard flats were the perfect addition-not only for their comfortability but also for their super funky style and inexpensive price tag. I found them for all of $10 at a secondhand shop. They were also brand new. These babies will definitely be getting lots of wear in the upcoming months.

Leopard Flats-Platos

This thrifted Zara blazer added just the amount of prep and class. This is another one of my go to pieces that I'm looking forward to wearing in the days to come. It's a great layering piece but most of all it's as comfy as can be.

Blazer-Thrifted (Zara)

What's your go to piece for style and comfortability?

I can't wait to hear from you.

Thanks for reading!

XOXOXOXO

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Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Faux Fur in 80 Degree Weather???

Hello my loves.

I hope every ones day is off to a great start!

I honestly woke up a bit confused as I attempted to figure out how in the world we totally skipped over the Spring season and jumped directly into Summer.

The temperatures in my area have been well above 80 degrees all week and I'm really feeling some type of way about it!!

Fall and Spring happen to be two of my favorite season because of the comfortable temps. Being that these seasons are not too hot but also not too cold, you can get away with wearing faux furs and long sleeved button ups like so...

Button Up-Aeropostale|Faux Fur-Plato's via Forever 21

However, when Spring temperatures start out being 40+ degrees warmer than average for this time of year, you begin to question recent purchases and furthermore your whole OOTD selection in general.

I've been dying for a faux fur vest for the longest so when I saw this one for $12 I knew I had to have it. I think the best part about it is that it's not a full fur. It's more like a cardigan/vest with faux fur accents on the front.

See...

One of my blogger friend over at Vodka Infused Lemonade is hosting a link up today and she asked that we highlight our favorite Spring trend, and though this may not be springy at all, I'm totally in love with faux furs for the season.

I've never been one to follow the rules of fashion so in an effort to maximizing the items in my wardrobe I'm totally looking forward to rocking this vest with some cutoffs and booties.