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Famous Maker Brands on a Budget
Dear Budget Fashionista,
I was perusing on Smartbargains and noticed that all of the “Famous Maker” and “Famous Designer” brand dresses are not only the same styles as Nicole Miller’s, but the same fabrics and original retail prices. Is “Famous Maker/Designer” code for Nicole Miller, or is this just a coincidence?
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Cyber Monday Deals: Wet Seal, Bloomingdale’s, Swell
And yet more Cyber Monday deals—don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time to shop:
Wet Seal: Today only, get 20% off the entire site Pick out whatever you want at Wet Seal, including something from Jordin Sparks new line for the retailer, and get 20% off. It’s like Christmas! Oh, wait . . .
Cyber Monday Deals: Smartbargains.com, Gap, Piperlime, Old Navy
It’s the lunch hour, meaning you have ample time to check off some of those holiday gifts for less with these Cyber Monday discounts:
Smartbargains.com: Free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Get apparel, accessories, household goods, and more, including namebrand and designer items, at smart prices indeed. Even smarter? Taking advantage of free shipping.
Cyber Monday Deals: New York & Company, Avenue, Charlotte Russe
For your shopping convenience, The Budget Fashionsta’s latest batch of Cyber Monday deals:
New York & Company: handbags up to 50% off at New York and Company. We love New York and Company for their apparel, but the accessories are worth a look too—and with handbags up to 50% off you’ll get way more bang for your…read more
From now until Dec. 31st, Kathryn and the gang at TBF will be giving away daily prizes to lucky TBF winners. Check back everyday at 9am to enter.
At midnight, two lucky TBF readers will win this prize, from AZJeans.com
The Prize: A $50 e-gift card to AZJeans.com
Why you want this: Um, it’s the holiday season and surely you could use a little extra cash to spend on (insert name of youthful, hip person here) at AZJeans.com. Pick up everything from jeans to tops to skirts,… read more
The Deal: Get up to 70% off through Dec. 7 during the Saks Designer Sale
The Lowdown: The way to shop Saks is during a sale, and with designer items from 40-70% off, now’s the time to go. This read more
Throw everything you’ve ever thought about holiday shopping out the window because it’s time for a massive reality check. We are officially in a recession, and while the results of Black Friday may show otherwise, America is broke. So this holiday season, it’s time for you to go old school- coupons, price comparison and shopping off priced stores.
Here’s Our Stress Free, Budget Friendly Holiday Shopping Plan
1. Get Over Yourself.
Your kids are not going to remember they only received four toys instead of eight, but will remember… read more
As The Budget Fashionista, I love low prices, especially on items in which I could get an amazing cost per wear. However, while reading Time.com, I came across an article discussing what happens when prices become too low. Now, I must admit, I never really thought about prices ever being too low. Maybe this is because for the past, oh, 20 years,… read more
Thakoon Panichgul is the next designer on tap for Target’s Go International Collection. Known for his feminine take on eastern style, Thakoon’s collection for Target will be priced from $16.99-$44.99 and feature a variety of seasonal staples including flutter sleeve tees, ruffled tanks and belted shirtdresses. Stand-out pieces include a floral print canvas coat, a shibori print ¾-sleeve dress, floral print shorts and a striped pleated dress.
From the read more
