With the prospect of a new-home purchase, and getting settled in a new state, I can't afford to be careless with my cash. So, when I saw these booties by Elizabeth and James for $395, I knew there had to be a cheaper way.
I was able to find a comparable pair from Forever21.com for under $25!
It may not be a perfect likeness, no double takes here, but with a savings of over $300, the sensibility is enough to make my feet and my pocketbook sing!
In an effort to save money this past weekend, (yes, I know...recessionista) I headed to the local Duane Reade to grab a new mascara. When it comes to items like mascara that need to be continuously replaced, I have no problem grabbing something from the drug store aisles. However, my immediate problem stemmed from purchasing a mascara from NYC Cosmetics. My initial reaction when I grabbed the NYC Maximum Boost Volumizing Mascara was simply, How bad could it be?
I would later find out as I awake the next morning after application (this is AFTER it had been washed off, or so I thought), to find my eye was swollen and puffy. This was no stye or eye infection, people. This is a full-blown allergy. I've had this reaction before with some drug store brands. And it's only become progressively worse: achy and swollen.
Exhibit A)
Maybe my eyes are just a bit sensitive. However, if you're going to go the drug store route, you need to realize one of two things: more expensive doesn't always mean better, but popular brands can be popular for a reason: they work!
reLYME recommends trying Rimmel London's Glam'Eyes Mascara
As springtime inches closer, and my closet refuses to share another sweater or heavy jacket, I start to get excited knowing that it's time for my favorite part of the season: spring dresses.
And this season doesn't have to be all about pastels. Sometimes, it's good to foreshadow fall by donning chocolate browns and honeyed yellows in the early spring months.
I found my way to an online-based boutique, Ruche, that offers some of the world's most darling vintage-inspired dresses. The best part are the prices!
Check out two of these cuties, and enjoy carefree spring days without breaking the bank:
