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Fashion Advice: Navy as a Summer Neutral
What: Not ready to get back to black? Navy is another great neutral that's not too heavy for the hottest part of summer . . .
The Lowdown: Black will be hot this fall, but it's still, well, hot, so summer is by no means over. An alternative neutral? We're all about the navy -- it's summery (think nautical), classic, and easy to match. No, really -- pair it with other neutrals (white, khaki, gray) or muted metallics (which are, of course, the new neutrals), and then pump your look up with some bold colored accessories (think red or yellow, chunky beads or enamel pieces, for maximum impact).
Buy It: Here are some versatile navy pieces we love, on a budget:
Women's Leather Slingback Jute Wedges, $34.50, Old Navy
Isaac Mizrahi for Target Pleated Wrap Dress, $27.99 on clearance, Target
Wide Leg Pants, $39.99, Chadwicks
Navy Cotton Spandex Blend Cami (Plus Size), on sale for $12, Torrid.com
Teardrop Top, $18.99, Charlotte Russe
Summer Clearance and $1.99 Shipping at Sears: Daily Deal
The Deal: Sears is offering big savings on summer apparel this week, along with $1.99 shipping.
The Lowdown: It's still steamy enough outside that you might be in the market for some summer apparel to wear right now, or perhaps you're just thinking ahead to next year -- either way, Sears has some hot summer savings on seasonal apparel worth checking out. We like this J Taylor 2-Piece Crinkle Blouse with Cotton Skirt, on clearance for $11.19, and this versatile Covington Linen Jacket, just $21.59 right now. An extra bonus? Take advantage of $1.99 shipping on apparel and shoe orders over $49.
Shop the Sale: Sears.com, and remember -- clearance means sizes and supplies are limited. Go now!
Cuteness, Sweater Pillows, and Smartbargains: The Budget Casa
Get the latest budget home decor scoop from our stylish sister blog, The Budget Casa:
~ The Cuteness: it's a new series at The Budget Casa, featuring the cutest home pieces you can pick up for less -- like this totally adorable Mini Bear Smile Skillet.
~ Sweater pillows -- sounds cuddly, right? And easy to, with this step-by-step DIY project, recycle that tired old sweater into something you can use.
~ Love Smartbargains.com for fashion items? Well, your home style can benefit from the savings found there too -- here's some Budget Casa Smartbargain picks we love.
Want more budget home decor dish? Visit The Budget Casa.
Vote in Women’s Wear Daily’s 75 Defining Moments of Fashion Poll
What: Women's Wear Daily's 75 Defining Moments in Fashion online poll
What We Say: We love a chance to put in our two cents on anything fashion-related, so we're heading on over to WWD.com (the online home of Women's Wear Daily) to cast our votes in their quest to name the top 75 Defining Moments in Fashion. Each week for three weeks, 25 new moments will be revealed for voting, culminating in the #1 Defining Moment to be revealed on Sept. 2 simultaneously on Entertainment Tonight and WWD.com. What kind of moments are we talking about? How about Jackie Kennedy's arrival in the White House? Brooke Shields and her Calvin Kleins? Jennifer Lopez and that dress? Oh, the list goes on . . .
Vote: Head to WWD.com/definingfashion to vote.
Oh, and in honor of its brand new design, Women's Wear Daily's website -- normally subscription only -- is free to users this week, so we suggest you check it out! Go to wwd.com.
The Gray T-Shirt Dress: High Vs. Low
It seems the gray t-shirt dress is the latest mid-summer trend amongst the Hollywood set, and we can't really argue with it's comfort or ease. We can, however, argue against paying too much for one. Clearly, you don't have to, and here's proof: We've picked two t-shirt dresses -- one carries a pricetag far too hefty for a slip of cotton, while the other just slightly easier on our bottom line. So which is which?
To Cut or Not to Cut?: Daily Poll
Simply Good Media Blogs Transition to Green Servers
Simply Good Media, which includes yours truly, The Budget Fashionista, as well as a host of other budget blogs including See Jack Shop, The Budget Ecoist, The Budget Casa, and The Budget Bambino, is walking the walk when it comes to its business.
This past weekend Simply Good Media moved all of its web assets to Rackspace servers. Our new Rackspace server environment uses eco-friendly components such as:
* Powerful, low voltage processors;
* Energy-efficient hard drives and RAM; and
* Carbon offsets.
In the U.S. Rackspace is working with The Green Grid and NativeEnergy, a leading national marketer of renewable energy credits and carbon offsets. It supports the Owl Feather War Bonnet Wind Farm project in South Dakota and the Schrack dairy methane project in Pennsylvania.
We're proud to support and evolution or more environmentally-friendly business practices. The future is green . . .
The Green Grid
Get an Extra 20% Off Coupon Code at Shopbop.com: Daily Deal
The Deal: Shop Shopbop.com and get an extra 20% off already-reduced prices with this code -- BONUS20.
The Lowdown: We love Shopbop.com for the latest trendy designer goods, but on a budget it can still be hard to pick up those 7 For All Mankind jeans we covet. That's why we love a deal like this -- with an extra 20% off prices that are already marked down 30-50%, on everything from shoes to handbags to dresses and more, we just might be able to satisfy that designer craving.
We think this flirty black and white silk Alice + Olivia Circle Pleat Halter dress is a deal when you get 20% off of the already reduced price of $183.50 -- especially when you consider the original price of $367.00. More in the mood to pick up some fab footwear? How about this KORS Michael Kors metallic leather sandal, whihc retails for $285.00 but is on sale for $142.50 (and with the code you'll get 20% off of that . . . ).
Shop the Sale: Shopbop.com and enter this code at checkout: BONUS20. Hurry, the coupon code expires Thursday, Aug. 7, at 11:59 p.m.
High vs. Low: Sneakers
Most hardcore fashionistas wouldn't be caught dead without their stilettos, but every once in a while you have to take them off and put on some comfy sneakers. After all, you certainly can't exercise in sky-high heels (unless you're Mariah Carey, that is). Everyone should have at least one decent, and still good-looking, pair in their closet. We just don't believe that it's necessary to sacrifice style for comfort. You can have both! And that's why we found cute and comfy high and low styles. So, which is which?
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