Category: Fashion
Summer fun includes buying cute things in bright colors, trying out new make up, and having fun in the sun. The Frugal Diva does none of these things, so I turned to my friend’s daughter for advice. Miranda Moss knows deals and has taped videos showing how to find clothing splurges at great prices, makeup options at drugstores, and working the Sephora site for the most free samples. Living on a college student’s budget, Miranda needs to stretch her dollars however this doesn’t mean giving up on fashion. Miranda finds her own style within…
The word diva practically screams out for fabulous pjs, robes, and slippers to wear for lounging and even for sleeping. Bed Head Pajamas answers the call with unique prints and lux fabrics. They are manufactured right here in Los Angeles. If you need to do holiday shopping early, live in pjs (you know who you are), going to be in a dorm this fall, or just love the idea of a fashionable night time wardrobe, wait for their August warehouse sale at 5200 Venice Blvd. at Cochran when prices go way down. For those not in Los Angeles, take a…
All my friends had become ardent supporters of Chicos, yet I held out. Convinced that my love of basics and solid colors, my desire to choose any two pieces from my closet and have them match, would never be fulfilled by Chicos. It was a riot of color while I was an orderly march of solids. They scared me. Well, they kept sending me catalogs and coupons. And the coupons were pretty good. Twenty five dollars off any purchase of $100 even if the items were on sale. They wore me down. I started by going into the store just…
We used to call them foundation garments because you built your wardrobe over them. Now it’s a much more complex relationship. Underwear has become outerwear at times. Underwear has become your ally when you do sports. Underwear comes in more colors and styles that could ever be imagined. Now I still think of it as a foundation because let’s face it – when your underwear doesn’t fit properly nothing else will go well. Riding up, straps slipping, this is not a way to go through life. Fitted but not binding, minimal pantie lines, comfortable…
Really you ask, is this where a diva goes shopping? It is when they have beautiful cashmere sweaters online for $35.99. That means one for you and one for gift giving. And the colors are fabulous, rich purple, hot pink, deep red and the basics – black, grey, and dark brown. The styles are classics with a V neck and a cute cardigan with matching buttons. Imagine a pink cardigan with a beautiful pair of black or textured pants and you are dressed up for the holidays. Maybe a purple turtleneck with jeans for a fun week end look…
Say that a few times quickly. The ladies who run the sales have opened up a boutique at 8032 West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (not far from the Beverly Center). Their wares run more towards sample sizes which tend to be small however they do have some selection in the medium and large range. Try them out for jewelry, fun tops, and that maxi dress you will probably only wear once. The Frugal Diva still has not found the perfect occasion for that garment. Too relaxed for work, too long for running around town, maybe just right for…
It’s fall and a young (and not so young) girl’s fancy turns to serious clothes. The Citadel Outlets have expanded to become a major shopping destination for Los Angelenos. Major in my book means a Starbucks where I can rest between shops plus the option of a meal if this turns into an all day adventure. They have it all from a Mexican Grill, to Pho, to Subway, and more. Check their events page for sales, freebies, and openings. If you are coming on a Tuesday night bring the kids they eat free at Ruby’…