Dreaming of Summer: Red Maxi Dress Affordable Fashion For Women
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I heard on the news the other day that this last week was the last winter storm. This winter has been cold (really cold) and long (really long). I’ve been dreaming of summer with warm weather, days by the pool and when I am able to wear adorable outfits like this one out and about.
Isn’t this red maxi dress the cutest? It’s got a great pattern and I think that it would be incredibly flattering on! Plus, this style dress is available in lots of colors and prints!
Get the dress here for $43.99!
Everyone needs a great jean jacket in their closet! This one is a great color and a great price too! This is another one that comes in lots of color options!
Get the jean jacket here for $36.99!
This summer’s number one must have accessory is sunglasses. Everyone needs a great pair – and a back up pair just in case! 🙂
Get the glasses here for $9.99!
How fab is this necklace? Chunky and beautiful, this is a great accessory!
Get the necklace here for $7.19!
A white handbag is perfect for this outfit! A white handbag is perfect for lots of summer outfits! This bag will get lots of use for sure!
Get the bag here for $20.99!
These flip flops are super cute. I love a great pair of flip flops!
Get the shoes here for $19.99!
You can get the entire look for only $138.55! Don’t forget to check out our new site Fashion 4 Mom for more awesome looks!
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You Are Invited to the #SaveOnStyle thredUP Twitter Party!
This week on Moms Check In we are all talking about our style. We are so excited to partner with thredUP on this campaign! Did you know that all of the outfits that we created were all made using clothes from thredUP?
What is thredUP? It’s an amazing online store that is full of new and gently used name brand items at huge discounts. That’s right – you can find clothing from Coach, Burberry, White House Black Market, Theory and so many more all at budget friendly prices. They even have plus sizes, maternity and clothing for kids.
Oh and accessories! Get your clothes and complete the look with their shoes and handbags! I have personally ordered many clothes and handbags from them and I’m always thrilled with my purchases! (Don’t forget for new members if you sign up here you can get a $10 credit off your first order!)
Thursday, February 19, from 1-2 PM (Eastern) we will be having a #SaveOnStyle Twitter Party and we would love to see you there! It’s going to be tons of fun and we will be giving away lots of gift codes for you to use on thredUP to stock up your own closet! We will have 5 prizes all together! The grand prize winner will win $150 to shop at thredUP! (Hey, that’s enough for a Coach bag and some shoes!) 🙂
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Fashion For Moms: Save on Style with ThredUP
It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of thredUP. I shop there quite frequently actually! I love being able to get high end brands that otherwise I may not be able to afford at huge discounts! thredUP sells clothing, shoes and handbags for women, juniors and children that are new and like new from awesome brands like Coach, Fendi, Aldo, Rock & Republic and so many more.
In fact, I would say that 90% of my handbags that I have are from thredUP! Just a few weeks ago an awesome polka dot box arrived with a new-to-me Coach handbag and matching wallet. It was in perfect condition and I saved almost 70% off the retail price! Awesome huh?
Want an additional head start on saving at thredUP? Sign up here for a FREE $10 credit! That’s honestly enough to pick out something for FREE! 🙂
This week, Moms Check In has partnered with thredUP to share our style and show you how you can #SaveOnStyle too!
So this is my style. I like to use classic pieces that can lend themselves into tons of other outfits. But I’m a big believer that you need one piece in your outfit to make it pop – whether it’s a fun accessory or in this case a great shade of jeans!
This outfit retails for: $1266!
thredUP price: $403.45!
Total savings: $862.55!
Those are some pretty massive savings! Here are the pieces I chose:
This basic shirt is from Old Navy. It’s the perfect layering shirt and a perfect price! Just $4.99 (retail price: $17.00).
I’ve been a fan of the vests lately. Comfy and warm they are a new favorite! This vest is Burberry – a brand that I coudn’t possibly go to the store and purchase from the rack! But like new, it is for sale with massive savings from thredUP! Originally $495, thredUP has it for sale for $153.99. That’s almost 70% off!
I’m head over heels in love with these pants. An awesome pop of color and they really make this outfit! You can get them for $35.49 which is 78% off the retail price of $165!
It’s time to start accessorizing. I have a few favorite brands for handbags. One of my favorites is Michael Kors. This one is fantastic. I’m obsessed. The tassels. The chunky gold. The leather. I really MUST have this bag! This bag is a great example of one of thredUP’s new with tags items! Yes it’s new! Tags still attached! You can get it for $118.99 which will save you 60% off the original price tag of $298!
Nothing goes better with a pair of gorgeous skinny jeans than a pair of great ankle boots! These boots are just that! From Adrienne Vittadini, these like new boots are $42.99 or 80% off their original $214 price tag!
This is a classic style watch that I have used in several of my outfits. I got it from Amazon and yes, I’ve actually purchased it! 🙂 I’ve gotten several compliments on it and people are always shocked when I tell them it only cost $27!
Another favorite accessory of mine is a pair of simple gold toned earrings. Just $20 and they will give you a classic and effortless look.
Be sure to check out this week’s Moms Check In post on Friday to see other moms’ style! And next Thursday, February 5, from 1-2 PM Eastern for a great #SaveOnStyle Twitter Party! We will be giving out lots of prizes and talking all about fashion on a budget!
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Fashion For Moms – Gold and Ivory
When I started posting affordable outfits for moms, I had no idea how much I would love them! I have purchased several of the outfits for myself! It’s really helped me to step up my ‘Stylish-Mom’ game. This outfit is a simple one, but I’m so in love with it. Gold and ivory are beautiful colors that are classy and stylish. It’s an outfit full of pieces that will be able to be mixed and used with countless other items in your outfit!
The Inspiration:
The Budget Friendly Outfit:
This gorgeous ivory blouse is from Modcloth (one of my favorite stores!)
Get it here for $39.99
Cheap skinny jeans anyone? These Aeropostale jeans are a steal on Amazon!
Get the jeans here!
I’m slightly in love with these pumps. I’m pretty positive that every closet needs them. $34.99 at Payless.
Get the shoes here!
Yes, yes, yes! Don’t you love this amazing glitter clutch from Charming Charlie? Only $11.99!
This necklace is the perfect accessory. Just $12.88 makes it a frugal fashion accessory.
Get the necklace here!
Every girl needs a pair of gold studs. These may not be solid gold, but their price is right! Just $19.99!
Get the earrings here!
This gold boyfriend watch is a perfect accessory to so many different outfits. It’s only $27.00!
Get the watch here!
Total cost of our outfit: $169.59!
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Fashion For Mom – Bring on the Layers!
Well, the other day I came across this outfit and it was one of the outfits that she had worn! Isn’t it adorable?
And don’t worry, I’ve got your back! Here is our inspired look!
The best part is that you can score the WHOLE outfit for under $150!
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Here are the pieces we used to recreate the look:
It started with the leggings. I’m a big believer that everyone should have a pair! I own these and they are super comfy. I wear them all the time. Choose from regular or plus size, tons of colors, fleece lined or not. An added bonus is that they are very slimming! 🙂 Prices range from $4.50-$15.00. The pair I purchased was $10.99!
Get the leggings here!
Next was the tank. This is from Target. I have a few of these and they are really comfortable. They aren’t thick, so they are perfect for layering and they are really soft. I also love them because they are long. Plus, $12! It’s a steal!
Get the tank here!
Next in our layering sequence, is an awesome Chambray shirt. I love the color of this one. And I love the price even more! It’s only $19.99!
Get the shirt here!
Alright, I didn’t find just one awesome khaki cardigan. I found you two! Take your pick, I love them both. 🙂
The first is asymmetrical, long and flowy. It’s also only $19.95!
The second is a more traditional cardigan with pockets and a v-neck. I love the length of this too! It’s $26.99 and available in a TON of colors!
Find the first cardigan here!
Find the second cardigan here!
We’ve got to layer your boots too! These adorable boot socks will add some extra warmth to your legs and also a cute detail to your style. And they come in at only $6.97!
Get the socks here!
The boots are the most expensive piece of this outfit, but they are still a deal at only $39.99. They are a great color and the perfect heel size!
Get the boots here!
Ok, again. I couldn’t choose! Amazon is my favorite place to get scarves. They are inexpensive and there are SO many great ones to choose from. Pick one. Pick them all. Prices vary from $5.99 to $16.99.
Get Scarf #1 Here!
Get Scarf #2 Here!
Get Scarf #3 Here!
Get Scarf #4 Here!
I have a thing for oversized boyfriend style watches right now. I’ve had this gold one on my wishlist for a while and for only $27.00, I’m not sure why I haven’t ordered it yet! Well, until now. 🙂
Find the watch here!
You would never believe that these earrings were $2.89 would you? I thought so!
Find the earrings here!
So there you go! Cute fashion for mom. On a budget!
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Fashion For Moms – Winter Outfit
The holidays are coming and what is more festive than some red pants? I absolutely love the pop of color that these jeans bring. And speaking of things that I love, I just got the scarf in the mail. It looks like it is an ifinity scarf in the photo, but it is not. It’s actually a really big, incredibly soft, absolutely gorgeous scarf! (Seriously, I’m in love with it. I’m actually wearing it right now!) 🙂
This white cardigan is a super steal. It comes in 17 different colors and at this price you can pick up a few! I ordered mine and it was only $10.73!
This is another cardigan I really liked. It is available in 7 different colors and has great reviews. Just $19.99!
Everyone needs a good layering long sleeve shirt. I ordered mine a size bigger since it will shrink. Also available in a variety of colors this was just $5.51!
I think that these red skinny jeans from Old Navy are so fun. A great way to pop in some color into your outfit! These are available in sizes 0-20 with sizes in short and long available too. Just $34.94.
Aldo has this adorable GALEGA purse on sale for only $34.98. I absolutely love the different colors you can choose from and the key and lock details.
This is the scarf I was telling you about! Love, LOVE, LOOOOVE! Super soft, super big and super cute. Plus, this
Budget friendly riding boots? Yes, please! These Call It Spring riding boots are on sale for $59.99 and if you order now you can use the code 3DaySale for an extra 20% off.
I really love these stacked octagon bracelets from Forever 21. They are a deal at just $10.80!
Gold studs are a must for anyone’s wardrobe. Get these earrings from Amazon for just $24.99.
Total cost for this outfit? Just $203 for all 9 pieces! Even less if you use one of the coupon codes above!
Fashion For Moms – Dressed Up Baseball Tee
Baseball is in full swing right now so I thought let’s use a baseball tee as the inspiration for an outfit. But of course, we will need to add a little pizzazz. I really love this outfit. It’s cute. It looks super comfy. I love that it is incredibly casual, but yet you look put together. Perfect for sitting watching your child’s practice and for running errands and nice enough to run in and grab lunch afterwards. In other words: My kind of outfit!
Now I will say that the shoes were a bit of a splurge. But the rest of the outfit was a bargain! In fact, I’m sure you can find a pair of boots that are less expensive, but I loved these! The total for our outfit: $198.90 for all 7 pieces. If you choose to find a different pair of shoes that will bring your total down to only $118.90 for the outfit!
Jeans $16.99
Scarf – $11.93
I love this scarf so much! These colors are perfect for fall!
Necklace – $15.99
This necklace should be long enough that just the tassels peak out from under the scarf giving it an instant glam look!
Boyfriend Watch – $27.00
Another boyfriend watch – $5.35
Earrings – $24.99
Another Earring Option: $7.25
Baseball shirt $11.97
As of today you can get an extra 25% off your online order with the code SAVE. That means this shirt is an even more incredible deal!
Boots – $90
So there you have it! The perfect outfit for being casual and adorable all at the same time. Seriously, I’m off to go buy these pieces! 🙂
Fashion For Mom – Gold + Leopard Outfit
Fall is on the way! I’ve been busy working on getting my fall wardrobe ready. I found this outfit on Pinterest and I just love it. It’s full of classics that can be reworked into tons of outfits all season!
I don’t have the price of the original outfit, but I will say that my look alike outfit only costs $155!
Chambray Shirt from Target $22.99
Get it here
Long, white tank
Price depends on size – price ranges from $3.92-$9.50
Khaki Wash Skinny Jeans
From Macy’s $44.00
Leopard Ballet Flats
From Target – $14.99
Black Handbag
From Payless – $23.99
Leopard Bracelet
From Charming Charlie – $13.00
Necklace and Earring Set
From Charming Charlie – $13.00
Cashmere Blend Scarf
From Amazon – $15.99
This outfit is a steal for only $155! That’s 9 pieces! Or only $17.26 each!
Fashion For Mom – The Summer To Fall Transition Outfit
This summer has been kind of odd around here. Now, I don’t want to jinx anything, but it has been feeling like early fall around here. It’s been in the low 80’s/upper 70’s and at night you need a sweatshirt! While some days I would love to head to the pool, I really can’t complain about this weather! (I’m sure in a few days it will be hot and humid!) Which has me thinking, I need to come up with a few transition outfits. You know, ones that are perfect to wear during the day when it’s warm and just throw on a cardigan and you are good for chilly nights.
I found this outfit on Pinterest and when I clicked on it, I got nowhere. I HATE that. Those boots! That bag. I NEED them in my life. Unfortunately, they are probably out of my budget. But don’t worry – I found some really awesome pieces that are inspired by the original outfit that are really awesome!
I love this lace tank top! I love the price of it too! Right now it is on sale for $19.99! (Available here!) It’s also the same price for plus size! (Available here!)
Alright so there are some similarites and some distinct differences between this tank and the original. But OH MY GOSH. LOVE!!! First the similarities. The buttons down the front, the lace and of course, it’s a tank. The differences are the color, the length and the mid-section. I think that this would be really flattering on and add a cardigan and some leggings and you have a really versatile piece for your closet! This is from Modcloth and is $47.99. Get it here!
Have you ever searched Amazon for jeans? You might be surprised! These skinny jeans are from Tommy Hilfiger and 50% off the retail suggested price! That’s right – $24.99! (Get it here!)
Let’s be honest. The original boots are nothing short of amazing. Seriously, they are gorgeous! I have no clue where they are from, but something tells me with the amount of detail in them that they are slightly (or very much so!) out of my budget. These boots from DSW are great though. They have lots of detail, will go with everything, have awesome color and are priced right! With a retail price of $89, the DSW price is $69.95. (Get them here!)
These earrings are the perfect earthy accessory! I think they will work awesome for tons of outfits and especially all fall long! They are $10.95 and ship for free on Amazon. (Get them here!)
I love the retro look of these tortoise glasses! I REALLY love the fact that they are $5.50 and ship for free from Amazon! I have a horrible habit of losing my glasses! (Get them here!)
I think that this watch by Anne Klein is gorgeous! It’s really classic and perfect for any collection. It’s $42.14 on Amazon which is a great price on a piece that you will be able to wear over and over! (Get it here!)
The original handbag was another thing I was gushing over in the original outfit. But this bag from Rimen & Co is really great! It’s spacious and has those awesome gold accents which will look awesome with our other accessories! I found this at T.J.Maxx with a price of $34.99. It retails for $65! (Get it here!)
purse
You can get this outfit for as low as $208.52! That includes everything! And this is full of pieces that are perfect for a classic wardrobe – ready to be mixed, layered and worn many, many times!
Fashion For Mom – Fashion on a Budget – Navy And White Maxi Skirt
I’m not sure if you have noticed, but I’m a little obsessed with navy/white color combinations! I think that it is just so clean and classic. So when I saw this outfit on Wishlist123’s Polyvore on Pinterest I knew that I had to recreate it! Unfortunately, the original skirt and tank top couldn’t be found (along with their prices), but the before price for this outfit was $221.53. Not bad. Not great. But we’ve seen far worse! 😉
Want to see my version? Here it is!
My TOTAL cost for this outfit is $173.05! And I included a few extra accessories than the original did!
The Hat:
Hats are awesome for protecting your skin in the summer! Not to mention covering up bad hair days and they are definitely ‘in’ right now! The original hat was Juicy Couture and from Piperlime (now sold out) and cost $68.
Our version is a steal for only $12.99 from Tilly’s! Use the code SUMMER20RMN for an additional 20%! That code will bring the price down to $10.39! (Get it here!)
The Earrings:
The original earrings were SUCH a steal at only $2.58 from Rivers Island (a UK company) but they are now sold out.
The inspired earrings are still a great deal at just $10.83 from Amazon and they will ship for free! (Get them here!)
(Want a gold pair? Here is a pair for only $1.99 on Amazon!)
The Necklaces:
The original necklace is from Maurices and was only $10. It’s now sold out. Bummer!
Our look alike is just $5.99 from Amazon! (Get it here!)
(Want a gold anchor necklace? Check out this one! It’s only $2.99!)
The Tank:
The original tank top is from AE and was $20. (Now sold out.)
For our inspired by tank, I decided to go with a little thicker straps! This basic tank is from Old Navy and just $7.00! Use the code EVERYTHING for an additional 20% off bringing the tank to just $5.60! (Get it here!)
The Skirt:
The original skirt is from a post that Jen from Tatertots & Jello posted a few years ago. Her link was to a store called John Lewis (a UK company) and it has since sold out. I don’t know about the original price.
BUT if this is not the exact same skirt it’s a SUPER DUPER close one! It’s from Amazon! It’s $68, which is more than I usually post things for, but I think it’s worth it! The color is great and I love the small stripes! I think that you will get tons of wear out of this! (Get it here!)
The Handbag:
The original bag is the Anna Field Tote Bag. This seems to be a bag and brand available in the UK. The original was from Zalando and was $42. (Now sold out.)
The inspired by bag…I know is totally different. But I think I fell in love with it! It IS about the same size and DOES have stripes! 🙂 Plus, you guys, it’s only $11.88 and ships for FREE! (Get it here!)
The Shoes:
I really liked the original shoes (Steve Madden) from Lord and Taylor! They were $79 and you guessed it, sold out.
I chose to get a smaller wedge heel (because I would break my neck in the others….probably while tripping over my maxi skirt!) I love the rope design on this pair of Mootsies Tootsies from Shoe Carnival! They are $39.98, but use the code SHOES10 and you should get an additional $10 off bringing them down to just $29.98! (Get them here!)
The Extras:
I am loving the layered look of accessories right now! So I thought I would add a few to the outfit!
The boyfriend watch in white and gold is only $13.99 on Amazon. Shipping is only 99¢! (Get it here!)
And the navy and white bracelet set is JUST $2.39 and ships for free! (Get it here!)
So there you go! Our outfit! $173 for all 9 pieces! (Or even less with the coupon codes!) See fashion on a budget is doable and so cute!
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If you find an outfit on Pinterest that you love and want us to find some budget friendly look alikes make sure to send them to us! (And don’t forget to follow us on Pinterest!)
And check out Thred Up and Like Twice for new and gently used items! You can get brand name stuff for great deals! Plus, new members get $10 off their first order, which is enough for a free piece of clothing! Fashion on a budget at it’s finest! 🙂
See all of our look alike outfits here.