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frugal fashionista » spotlight on… http://frugal-fashionistas.com style on a budgetTue, 17 Feb 2009 05:30:33 +0000http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2enspotlight on… express http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/02/12/spotlight-on-express/ http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/02/12/spotlight-on-express/#commentsThu, 12 Feb 2009 18:22:17 +0000Frugal-Fashionistashttp://frugal-fashionistas.com/?p=1291In our third retailer spotlight, we’ve put together four complete looks from Express to help inspire your spring wardrobe. With something for every occasion and a nod to runway trends (think jumpsuits, statement jewelry, python, and fringe), almost all our picks are under $60.

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1. Metallic cutout clutch, $39.50

2. Denim jacket, $69.50

3. Wave cuff bracelet, $16.50

4. Strapless jumpsuit, $79.50

5. Multi-chain necklace with agate pendant, $29.50

Total cost: $234.50

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6. Belted one-shoulder dress, $39.50

7. Quilted satchel, $59.50

8. Tweed funnel-neck jacket, $98

9. Multi-bangle cuff bracelet, $22.50

10. Python gladiator sandals, $39.50

Total cost:$259

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11. Cashmere cardigan wrap, $100.80

12. Faux snakeskin hobo, $59.50

13. Embellished satin racerbank tank, $49.50

14. Skinny pink belt, $24.50

15. Nested stone oval earrings, $22.50

16. Skinny jeans, $59.50

Total cost: $316.30

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17. Leather motorcycle jacket, $298

18. Waterfall chain earrings, $18.50

19. Fluttery dolman-neck top, $44.50

20. Fringed clutch, $59.50

21. Silk harem pants, $19.99

Total cost: $440.49

]]>http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/02/12/spotlight-on-express/feed/spotlight on… topshop http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/01/23/spotlight-on-topshop/ http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/01/23/spotlight-on-topshop/#commentsFri, 23 Jan 2009 07:24:30 +0000Frugal-Fashionistashttp://frugal-fashionistas.com/?p=1142Last year saw the arrival of UK retailer Topshop’s first North American outpost in NYC, much to the delight of fashionistas on this side of the pond. In our second retailer spotlight, we celebrate Topshop’s high style at low prices by putting together four fashion-forward looks under $400.

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1. Quilted chain bag, $39

2. Gold buckle belt, $44

3. Oversize petal ring, $30

4. Boyfriend jeans, $80

5. Peeptoe ankle boots, $80

6. Sheer ruffle blouse, $70

Total cost: $343

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7. Slouchy hobo bag, $70

8. Jean jacket, $80

9. Metallic foil tiger tee, $32

10. Woven scarf, $30

11. Art deco t-strap pumps, $80

12. Origami pencil skirt, $50

Total cost: $342

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13. Ruffle front jacket, $80

14. Red suede clutch with metallic trim, $40

15. Red suede Mary Jane pumps, $70

16. Skinny jeans, $60

17. Multichain necklace, $100

18. Linen mix tee, $32

Total cost:$382

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19. Origami tote, $70

20. Trench, $145

21. Chandelier earrings, $30

22. Snakeskin pumps, $20

23. Ruched panel dress, $65

Total cost: $330

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]]>http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/01/23/spotlight-on-topshop/feed/spotlight on… target http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/01/06/spotlight-on-target/ http://frugal-fashionistas.com/2009/01/06/spotlight-on-target/#commentsTue, 06 Jan 2009 22:01:41 +0000Frugal-Fashionistashttp://frugal-fashionistas.com/?p=972Several big-name designers designed capsule collections for Target in 2008, including Jovovich-Hawk, eco-clothier Rogan, Thakoon, and Anya Hindmarch (this year will see Alexander McQueen and Loomstate joining the bunch). In an ode to the affordable fashion-forward retailer, we’ve put together four complete looks under $180 comprised exclusively of Target pieces.