Budget Fashion

Tuesday, August 18. 2009

RACHEL Rachel Roy Collection Now At Macys

Back in April, I had a chance to preview designer Rachel Roy's new affordable fashion line, RACHEL Rachel Roy, which is sold exclusively at Macy's stores and online at Macys.com. I haven't had a chance to shop the collection yet in person (I'm currently camping in a remote part of Quebec, Canada) but I've browsed the online offerings and they are delicious but pricey, ranging in price from $59 for a chain-embellished tee to $129 for a jersey two-in-one dress (above right). Whether or not I end up buying anything from this collection will depend on the fit and that magical word: Sales.

Has anyone else seen the new line in stores? Thoughts please!

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Monday, August 17. 2009

My New Leather Jacket from Forever 21

Everyone seems to be looking for an affordable leather jacket this time of year, a perennial "must-have" for fall. Recently I posted about where to find a genuine leather jacket under $200, and today I've rounded up some faux-leather options that are surprisingly just as good.

Although I hadn't planned on buying one this season (I thought my look was getting progressively less edgy, but then realized even I could incoporate this style into my wardrobe), a little over a week ago I picked up a faux-leather biker jacket at Forever 21 for just $39.50—and I love it! I've only had the chance to wear it once so far. I've been vacationing in Quebec, Canada, (posting from various internet hot spots) but the weather's been gorgeous and way too warm.

Anyways, manufacturers have made a lot of progress in the way this pleather stuff moves, bends and feels. It's a modern marvel, I tell ya. I suspect this won't be the last leather jacket post of the season as stores continue to roll out fall merchandise. If you've had luck in this department, too, share where you bought yours in the comments.

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Sunday, August 16. 2009

Fall Trend 2009: Leopard-Print Coats

Maybe the heat's gone to my head but I'm loving leopard print coats for fall. This classic animal-print never really goes out of style, but when the trend is hot you can pick one up for less. Here are some affordable leopard print coats available now—how cute would this Forever 21 Leopard Print Trench Coat be for back-to-school? Very. More affordable options below...

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Thursday, August 13. 2009

6 Fall Must-Haves Under $40 at JCPenney

During a routine browsing session over at JCPenney.com, I was shocked to find not one but TWO new-to-me labels: twelfth of eleven and Oxford & Regent. Both lines deliver chic, affordable basics (in spite of their trying-too-hard names). Need a perfect blazer? Check. A super-soft pocket tee? Check. Skinny black pants that go from day to night? Check! Best of all, everything's on sale. Scoop these pieces up now for back-to-school, work, whatever!

[1] twelfth of eleven Mixed Tee, Was $30.00; Now $19.99
[2] twelfth of eleven Pocket Tee, Was $26.00; Now $17.99
[3] twelfth of eleven Shirt, Was $36.00; Now $24.99
[4] Oxford & Regent Skinny Pant, Was $44.00; Now $29.99
[5] Oxford & Regent Knit Blazer, Was $58.00; Now $39.99
[6] Oxford & Regent Perfect Blazer, Was $58.00; Now $39.99

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Wednesday, August 12. 2009

The Look for Less: BDG Plaid Buttondown

Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr was spotted wearing this BDG boyfriend button down which costs just $39 at Urban Outfitters.

While the BDG shirt is by no means expensive, here's another option for you: It's from Forever 21, and it's just $19.80. Wear it tucked into a skirt with ballet flats now, then with jeans and boots in the fall (which is just around the corner!).

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