Men's Spring 2011 Trend: Sun Faded

Hey Guys! One trend for you this summer is sun-faded clothing. The girls are gonna be dressed in their warm weather best... so why shouldn't you? The suns hot and the humidity is high so lighten your look with some lighter colored clothing. The sun bleached look appears casual and rugged... you'll definitely put the girls around you in a summer fling kinda mood!

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Here are so thrifty finds for ya!

        

Decree Tee JcPennys $9.99

                                                                                            

           Article 365 Chambray Woven $19.99

                              Waffle Knit Cardigan $24.90

                                                 Mossimo William Straight Leg Jean Target $16.08

Mossimo Tee - Plum Gaze $7.99

 Mossi Men's Ss Top Indigo Screen Tee $16.99

Retro Style Shirt Forever21 $26.90

So go buy some clothing,slap on some ray bans, and channel your inner James Dean! You'll have all the girls going crazy!

Blinded by the "White"

According to recent fashions articles white dresses are going to be a hit item this spring. Calvin Klein, King of clean lines and solid colors, had a variety of white ensembles in his spring line. White dresses are simple and fresh, and can instantly give you a "springy" look. So go and get yourself one of these spring staples... but just make sure it isn't too see through... and wear a bib if your eating italian. 

Here is the article in Lucky Mag talking about the new white dress trend!  luckymag.com

Calvin Klein Spring 2011 RTW
Photo credit: Fairchild Archive

Here are some thrifty versions!

Olsenboye Eyelet 2fer Slub Belt Dress

 $24.99 JC Penneys

Mossismo Supply Co. Juniors Off the Shoulder Dress- True White

$18.00 at target.com

Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Cami Maxi Dress- True White

$20.00 Target.com

 Ladylike Lace Dress $22.80 www.forever21.com

 Juniors Knit Strappy Babydoll Dress

                      $12.00 Walmart.com

SWD3531 Lace Tank 2Fer Dress White

                          $24.20 www.makemechic.com


 SO Flounce Ruffled Dress 
                        $21.99 www.kohls.com

Lovely Lilac

In honor of my favorite look from the Oscars...


I loved Mila Kunis' light lilac gown designed by Elie Saab



Here is a collage of lilac to inspire you to look Oscars Chic!

Lovely Lilac by jenny.reber featuring knit tops

Guys this one is for you!

Every guy should own a Henley... or even a few of them! Henely shirts are a good balance between casual and somewhat dressy. They are flattering on everyone and there's plenty of different styles to go around! They are even comfortable... plus can I just say girls find it hard to resist a guy in a Henley! So go ahead guys pull one on!

Here are a few thrifty Henleys to choose from!

Option for the fashion adventurous Guy:

 If you have no problem sporting purple this Converse One Star brand Henley is only $4.98 at Target!

For the "play it safe" Guy:

This blue (also available in green) Henley is also by the Target One Star brand for $13.98!

For the "Check out these Arms" Guy:

  
Also at Target as part of the Mossimo brand for only $9.99!

Also available in Ebony, Military Blue, River Birch, Bright Olive, and Teal Blush.

For Mr. Blue Eyes:

 
This Raglan Knit Top for 15.90 at Forever21.com will make your eyes pop!

For the Brown-Eyed Cutie:

 
By French Connection at Sears' Men's SS Solid Henley $14.90!

For the Buff Guy:

 

Wear this Route 66 Men's Long Sleeve Solid Thermal Henley at Sears' tight! It's only $6.99!

For the thinner Guy:

 
Try a baseball style Henley like the On The Byas Raglan Smith Henley for $19.99 at PacSun.


Enjoy!

Discovered a New Thrifty Site!

The site www.6pm.com has some great discounts on styles for everyone. And right now they have tons of cute spring clothing! So start stocking up, because hopefully spring is just around the corner!
Check out these cute spring dress styles!
  Hurley Trixie Ruffle YC Dress $15.60

 Roxy Wave Watch Dress $13.80

  Rip Curl Tory Dress $21.60

Valentine Attire for Those Who Have a Date... Or Those Still on the Prowl

Who doesn't want to look cute for Valentines Day? There has to be a happy medium with Valentine wear... you don't want to be too cheesy with a bright pink and heart everywhere dress, but you also want to celebrate the holiday and look cute! I hope these outfits satisfy this grey area... and make it so your Love is unable to look away. And for those of us that are flying solo this year, these outfits will turn heads of the potentials while you are out celebrating with the gals!
  Heartbreaker Skirt Forever21 $17.80

    Pleat Front Dress Forever21 $36.00

 Satin Bubble Dress Forever21 $14.50

 Berries N Cream Contrast Dress Forever21 $29.80

  One Shoulder Knit Dress Forever21 $22.80


 Pink Republic Button Shoulder 2-fer Dress JCPenney $19.99

In Honor of the Blizzard and the Snow Day!

How to be cozy and cute! Bring out your inner snow bunny! 
Who said you have to sacrifice comfort for style? It may be cold outside, but there are plenty of sweaters, hats, gloves, and scarfs to keep you warm and trendy! Here are some adorable and thrifty items to chill in while your chillin'!

 Confess Long Sleeve Flyaway Cardigan JCPenny's $19.99
Pair with a cute floral dress and think tights!
http://www2.jcpenney.com/jcp/XGN.aspx?DeptID=71275&CatID=71287&cmCatLevel=3&Nao=21&Ntt=&N=4294953551&SO=0&PSO=0&x5view=1&shopperType=G&refdPrd=1&CmCatId=EXTERNAL|71287

 Bongo Juniors Toggle Sweater Carcoat Sears $24.00
Can wear as a dress, or with skinny jeans!
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/s_10153_12605_Clothing_Juniors_Sweaters

  Ava Black Diagonal Button on the Bias Sears $21.00
Love the diagonal buttons down the fronthttp://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_0000000000000000349000000000000000007861P?prdNo=15&blockNo=15&blockType=G15!

 Romeo and Juliet Couture Knit Sweater Sears $15.00
I love the pearl beads on the front! Wear with dark straight leg jeans with stiletto black boots! Cute!


 Heritage 1981 Women Collegiate Cardigan Forever21 $ 24.90
Preppy Style! Cute with a dress!
http://www.forever21.com/category.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=sweater&page=1&pgCount=100&price=&size=&sort=

 Twelve By Twelve Sparkle Sweater Tunic Forever21 $26.00
Has Rhinestones on it! Wear with leggings!
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=sweater&product%5Fid=2000004549&Page=2&pgcount=100

 Beautiful Knit Scarf Forever21 $ 10.81
Fun color, looks great against skin tones! Nice and chunky and warm!
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=acc%5Fscarf%5Fgloves&product%5Fid=1080258263&Page=2&pgcount=25#

 Chunky Knit Scarf Forever21 $12.80
Love the color!
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=acc%5Fscarf%5Fgloves&product%5Fid=1081295423&Page=2&pgcount=25#

  Women's Merona Cable Knit Gloves - Tan Target $7.68
Nice cable knit detail, a little feminine touch that keeps your wrist warm!
http://www.target.com/Merona-Cable-Knit-Gloves-Tan/dp/B003PHJA88/ref=br_1_13?ie=UTF8&id=Merona%20Cable%20Knit%20Gloves%20Tan&node=1258526011&searchSize=30&searchView=grid3&searchPage=1&sr=1-13&qid=1296705769&rh=&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchRank=salesrank&frombrowse=1

  Merona Mittens - Green Target $5.48
Like the mint green color!
http://www.target.com/Merona-Mittens-Green/dp/B003PHMH4W/ref=br_1_20?ie=UTF8&id=Merona%20Mittens%20Green&node=1258526011&searchSize=30&searchView=grid3&searchPage=1&sr=1-20&qid=1296705794&rh=&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchRank=salesrank&frombrowse=1

 Pointelle Crochet Beret Forever21 $5.80
Hats keep all the heat within your body, so why not wear a cute one?
http://www.forever21.com/category.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=acc_hat_hairgoods&page=1



HBSH3005 Knit Button Headwrap Navy Makemechic.com $7.80









Cute button on the side!
http://www.makemechic.com/p-29460-hbsh3005-knit-button-headwrap-navy.aspx

New Spring Trend on the Rise: Half Moons

Keep you eye out for this new, half moon, scallop hem style. The trend adds a cute 1950s flare to every outfit. It is feminine, and you can create the look yourself on your own clothes by simply adding scallop lace to the edges. Here is the article that predicts the new trend, and also some thrifty finds that will give scalloped potatoes a run for their money...

Resort 2011 Trend Report: Half Moon

Look the part of Anna Karina in 'Alphaville' with scallop details and glamour-girl must-haves

By Kate Lanphear | November 11, 2010 11:00 a.m.

http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/First-Look-Resort-2011-Trends/Resort-2011-Trend-Report-Half-Moon/(imageIndex)/3/(play)/false

Scalloped Lace Peplum Skirt Forever21 $7.99

catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=btms%5Fskirts&product%5Fid=2065754664&Page=all&pgcount=25

 Carefree Flower Top Forever21 $22.80

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=promo%5F70sfolk%5F04tops&product%5Fid=2072670741&showBACK=OK

 Butterfly Embroidered Top Forever21 $19.80

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=top&product%5Fid=2084593437&showBACK=OK#

  Pretty Little Passion Dress $ 24.90 Urbanog.com
http://www.urbanog.com/Pretty-Little-Passion-Dress_129_11662.html

 Bow Front Crochet Cardigan $27.10 GoJane.com
http://www.gojane.com/52935-tops-bow-front-crochet-cardigan.html

  Smocked Waist Embroidered Top $25.30 GoJane.com
http://www.gojane.com/52975-tops-smocked-waist-embroidered-top.html

  Floral Embroidery Tie-Waist Dress $38.00 GoJane.com

http://www.gojane.com/52577-dresses-floral-embroidery-tie-waist-dress.html

  Tessa159 Lace Bow ballerina Flats Black $18.02 Makemechic.com
http://www.makemechic.com/p-27412-tessa158-lace-bow-ballerina-flats-black.aspx