As summer is coming to a close, your final paychecks are hitting the bank, the bills for school are adding up and new clothing might some like a huge luxury. If you’re dying to add a few new pieces to your wardrobe, this weekend is the time to do it, as many retailers are furthering reductions on items, or even just offering 35%  off (Banana Republic what up!) on all items. Sure there are a lot of expenses related to school, but if you save some money by buying used textbooks, you have a little extra to go towards a new top. Here are some of my picks from the best of the end-of-summer sales. Read More »

One of the most popular colors of this summer was cobalt blue, a cool, deep shade that conjures up images of the ocean. Now summer may be drawing to a close, but this sapphire-tinted hue is set to be one of the hottest colors for fall as well. Multiple designers had cobalt shoes, dresses, and accessories on their Fall 2012 runways, but you don’t have to be able to afford designer threads to jump on this trend. Clothing racks at the mall are already filled with cobalt blue pieces that you can incorporate into your summer-to-fall wardrobe — here are a few affordable picks for just $20 or less!

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I’ve been obsessed Eva Longoria ever since the very first episode of Desperate Housewives. In addition to her beauty, her comedic timing is impeccable, and she’s always seemed really down to earth and like a total delight to be around (my friends who have run into her in Texas have confirmed this!). She has a low-key style that is sophisticated and chic, with subtle trendy elements popping up occasionally. Read More »

It’s August, and just because school starts back up again in a few weeks doesn’t mean summer’s coming to an end anytime soon. Temperatures around the country burning up, and I for one can’t stand it. If it wasn’t for my full-time job, I’d be hitting up a pool or the beach every day to stay cool. Which is why I’m super exited to  get a new bathing suit cover up, too. Check out some great bathing suits for just $20 or less!

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There’s nothing I love more than a great deal. That’s why I’m always shopping the clearance racks, browsing online sales, and looking for new stores with great prices. Papaya carries wardrobe staples along with trendy styles — and it’s friendly on a college student’s budget. Along with their cute clothes, Papaya also carries shoes and lots of cute jewelery and other accessories. I’ve shopped at Papaya in the mall, but I was super excited to see they have a great website to shop from as well. Here are just a few of the great items you can get for under $20 at Papaya. Read More »

As it is now August, I’m starting my hunt for transition pieces. That means summer shapes that are going to carry me through until the time when I’m busting out my sweaters and packing away my shorts. I’ve really built up my tank top collection this summer, focusing on pieces that I can wear in a variety of settings and, hopefully, once school beings again. Earthy prints have been on my radar and I think I’ve found a great piece in the fluXuS Sundance Top in Ikat.

fluXuS is a celeb-fav brand with a California cool vibe and standout basics. The brand’s name was taken from the Latin “to flow”. fluXuS believes in artistic expression through personal fashion and that is definitely apparent! The Sundance Top is made of a soft-to-the-touch blend fabric and features a stunning ikat print in brown, tan, grey and blue (it’s hard to see from the photos, but it’s definitely there!). Read More »

There’s no other store that epitomizes the lazy freedom of long summer days quite like PacSun. Some of you may not have ever stepped foot into a PacSun, simply because it appears from the outside to be targeted solely at the surfer at skater crowd. While that’s partly true, the store actually has a lot more to offer. They have tons of cute accessories and jewelry, and lots of adorable summer basics. And it’s nice on a college girl’s budget: I’ve scored a so many great deals there! Check out this gallery of great $20 and under finds from PacSun that are perfect for summer! Read More »

It’s time. That moment when you are standing on the beach, or a yacht in Miami if you’re annoying and you have to find a sexy way to take off your maxi dress (which sounds impossible might I add) and debut your healthy and freckle-less skin. To the rays of sunshine. And all of the men ogling at your fun bags and all the girls admiring your creativity to mix-match your Target swimsuit.

It’s a tough, tough world out there Target goddesses.

In my mind, I want to step out in my Egyptian looking maxi (Kim Kardashian style) and rip it off like a sexy, slim, and bodacious lady-Hulk. And you know what? I can. All it takes is a little confidence, body shimmer and a pearly white smile. Kind of like an Orbit commercial.

Get out those spaghetti strapped swimsuits ladies, it’s time to show some skin. Read More »

My favorite holiday of the summer, the 4th of July, is just a few days away, which means a fun weekend full of spending time with friends and family and celebrating America’s Independence! And, since the 4th falls on a Monday, I’m also pretty excited about having an extra day off and the 3-day weekend!

Whether you’ll be spending your long weekend at the beach, a pool party, a family barbecue or partying with friends, I’ve got the perfect outfit for you! Show off your patriotic spirit in any of these cute outfits, all of which are less than $20!

Dressing for a wedding is just like dressing up for any other special occasion, but there are a few rules to wedding fashion. The first and most important of these: don’t upstage the bride. This means no white, of course, but also nothing too flashy or revealing. And if the ceremony is in a house of worship, keep your shoulders and cleavage covered up out of respect. But that doesn’t mean what you wear has to be boring!

In fact, summertime wedding fashion is all about having fun — bright colors and playful patterns fit are perfect for these kind of occasions. And the best part? You don’t have to spend a lot to look great at any wedding you attend this summer — all of these dresses would be perfect for a summer wedding, and they’re only $20 or less each!