8 Under $20: Alloy

I’ll be honest: I always thought Alloy was for the 12-17 age group, but then I started flipping through their merchandise and realized that they have a ton of cute stuff for us more sophisticated ladies. I mean, how could you not love this dress!?

Their regularly priced stuff is already reasonably priced, but they have a huge sale/clearance section that is even better. Another bonus: they have a wide range of sizes from petites up to plus-size so it’s a great option for you skinny minnies and us curvier gals.  Here are a few of my favorite things (besides raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, of course)…

It’s always good to have some casual cold-weather options besides jeans and what could be better than a hot pair of skinny cords? They come in a bunch of great colors and will look perfect tucked into a pair of boots (cozy Uggs, anyone?) with a sweater for class.

And while we’re talking pants, let’s discuss the cuteness that is a pair of wide-legs. They are the perfect dress-up jean. You can tuck anything into these (a loose fitting top, a white tee, a sexy cami) and you’ll look instantly glamorous.

It’s no secret that I’m a total shoe whore and am especially a sucker for shoes that stand out. These heels are super sexy and the tribal-y print will totally make your oufit. Just imagine how hot, hot, hot they’d look with a sexy LBD. Rawr.

I adore the girly ruffles on this shirt-dress and I’m in love with the idea of pairing it with some textured tights and boots for winter.

I heart BF cardis, especially when they’re in a fantastic jewel tone like teal. Wear it with a tee and jeans for class, or wear it open over an LBD for a chilly winter night out.

I know, I know; it’s December 1st… a bathing suit?!?  But hey, you can start planning for spring break (or the hot tub at that ski chalet) or just buy this totally darling bikini as motivation to work off all those holiday treats and cocktails.

This bag is a great everyday tote, but also folds over to become more compact for a night out.  And white?  No problem! Winter white is gorg.

This top is perfect for holiday parties: it’s festive, it will flaunt your cleavage, but the pleating and loose torso will help hide any tummy you may get from a few too many Christmas cookies.