Structured handbags are so chic right now – they put the polished finishing touch on any outfit, whether dressy or casual! When worn with an office-ready outfit, they look polished and businesslike. I also love the contrast of carrying a structured satchel with a casual, laid-back outfit such as jeans and a baggy sweater. This fall, why not switch out last summer’s slouchy hobo or bright tote bag for the more sophisticated look of a structured handbag?

Here are some great options for just $20 (or less) each! Read More »

One of the hottest jewelry trends right now is rose gold, a pretty pink-tinted shade of gold. I love its feminine and romantic feel, and it looks amazing when paired with yellow gold and white gold, silver or gunmetal! What’s more, although white gold looks better on cool skin tones and yellow gold looks better on warmer skin tones, rose gold flatters every skin tone! And it pairs perfectly with fall’s clothing shades like brown, gray and dark blue, so now is the perfect time to add it to your wardrobe! Check out these amazing rose-gold-colored accessories which won’t break the bank at only $20 or less each! Read More »

After months of sweltering heat and humidity in New York City, I am officially ready for fall—bring on the pumpkin lattes, cozy sweaters and crisp air. And the best part about the changing seasons? An excuse to go stock up on back to school fall essentials. And I’m not talking about school supplies (though I do miss the thrill of purchasing fresh erasers and binders). I’m talking about some rockin’ new outfits to help start the semester right!

Accessories are the easiest way to keep your rotating pieces looking bold an on-trend. When they’re from Payless, you don’t need to drain your piggy bank for cool new looks. You can mix up your go-to looks with bags, cute new shoes and awesomely glitz and glam jewelry. After a few purchases, you’ll swear you have a whole new wardrobe.

All of the fall finishing-touch accessories in the following looks are available at Payless and brashgirl.com and are from the retailer’s new edgy brand — Brash!

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Every year, crochet is a big trend in the spring and summer months, and this year is no exception. This year, it looks especially trendy when paired with the seventies-inspired trends seen on the runways. Crochet gives a boho, hippie vibe that’s perfect for the laid-back days of summer.

Now that we’re just a few weeks away from the official start of spring, crocheted clothing and accessories are popping up in all sorts of stores, and it’s all I can do to stop from buying all of it! Especially at these amazing prices — all of the cute crocheted pieces seen here are just $20 or less! Read More »

The groundhog Puxatony Phil may have predicted that Spring is right around the corner, but it doesn’t look like winter’s ready to give up just yet. With freezing temps and snowstorms still affecting most of the country, it can be hard to believe that there’s an end in sight.

Beat those winter blues by brightening your wardrobe! Brightly colored handbags are going to be big this Spring, but they’re also perfect for winter. Set against the gray and gloomy weather, colorful handbags stand out and look even more cheerful than they do in the warmer months. Here are a few budget-friendly options — each is $20 or less! Read More »

All of us bargain-loving college girls know about the best sites and stores for affordable clothing, but here’s one you may not have heard of: ASOS. ASOS is a British shopping site that also sells to other countries around the world, including the United States. ASOS specializes in trendy clothing and accessories for both men and women, and sell a variety of both ASOS-branded and designer items. My favorite feature of the store, however, is that they also sell more affordable versions of clothing items that celebrities have worn.

Prices for many of the designer pieces can be pretty steep, but ASOS-brand items are actually surprisingly affordable (especially when they’re on sale)! Right now, there are a ton of fabulous pieces of clothing and accessories for as little as $20 — or even less! Click below to see eight great under-$20 picks available from ASOS! Read More »

Back in the early days of college, whenever it would rain, I used to just put on a hoodie and my old sneakers, throw my hair into a ponytail and go to class like that — carefully avoiding puddles whenever possible, but inevitably soaking my feet and the bottom of my jeans. Eventually, I got a pair of rain boots, which helped things by letting me walk through puddles without getting my feet and jeans wet, but I still dressed pretty sloppy on those days. I just figured since I was bound to get wet anyway, there was no point in trying to look cute.

However, as I started to pay more and more attention to the way other women dressed in the rain — including women on the street, not just those on campus — I realized the error in the way I’d been thinking (and dressing). Even on the rainiest days, it’s possible to stay dry and still dress fashionably and do your hair and makeup as usual, with just a few additions to your closet.

Here are a few to get you started — and they’re all just $20 or less! Read More »

When it comes to staying warm in the colder months, there’s nothing like faux fur: it’s so soft, warm, and chic.  Plus, it’s a much more humane and wallet-friendly solution for those of us who love the look and coziness of fur, but are on a budget and/or hate the idea of wearing real fur.

Here are some great faux fur items to add to your wardrobe that will keep you warm without hurting your bank account–they’re all under $20! Read More »

Cocktail rings are one of my favorite accessories.  They’re an easy, effortless way to make any outfit more dressed-up.

When it comes to cocktail rings, there are a few rules to remember.  One, the bigger the better!  Cocktail rings make a statement, so the bigger or more flashy the ring, the bigger the statement.  And two, since they do make such a loud statement, keep the rest of your accessories to a minimum.

Cocktail rings can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars for real gemstones, but you can find gorgeous ones for much, much less.  Each one of these rings definitely makes a statement, but costs less than $20!  At those prices, you can afford to buy one for every occasion!

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When you go out, you need to be able to carry around all your stuff–money/cards and I.D., keys, phone, camera, lipgloss, etc.–but you don’t want to be weighed down by your usual purse.  Which is why a clutch or wristlet is an absolute necessity for every college girl: they’re small enough that they won’t get in your way while you’re trying to navigate a crowded bar, but big enough to hold the essentials.

These options are all cute, big enough to hold everything you need, and cost $20 or less! Read More »