MOMMA’S UNDER $100… cheap and chic

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hmmmm… what can I find for under $100 that’s both cheap and chic?

One of the greatest feelings is finding looks you love that are both cheap and chic.  Everybody loves a deal and everybody loves to look good and these two things do not need to be mutually exclusive!  There are so many amazing retailers out there that are able to provide us with cheap and chic options for our wardrobes that will have everyone around you asking where you got that!  Let’s face it, we want to look smart and feel smart so getting great stylish pieces that update your look without breaking the bank is a no brainer.  So check out my favorite cheap and chic looks of the week that will have you ready for fall!

Asos dress

Asos dress $63

Nasty Gal cuff

Nasty Gal cuff $25

Asos shoes

Asos shoes $81

Zara clutch

Zara clutch $49.90

New Look sweater

New Look sweater $42

Nasty Gal trousers

Nasty Gal trousers $68

Rue Gembon ring

Rue Gembon ring $42

Topshop pumps

Topshop pumps $85

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $27.90

Zara top

Zara top $39.90

Vesper skirt

Vesper skirt $68.08

Jules Smith cuffs

Jules Smith cuffs $45

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $89.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.90

Topshop blouse

Topshop blouse $85

Blank Denim jeans

Blank Denim jeans $88

Jules Smith necklace

Jules Smith necklace $49

Forever 21 booties

Forever 21 booties $34.90

Big Buddha bag

Big Buddha bag $95

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $70

Rue Gembon ear jackets

Rue Gembon ear jackets $58

Nine West sandals

Nine West sandals $79.95

Nina clutch

Nina clutch $89

 

MOMMA LOVES… extraordinary bags

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This Alexander McQueen will always be one of my favorite extraordinary bags!

I did my fantasy footwear earlier but now it’s all about the extraordinary bags that truly take accessories out of their preverbal boxes.  These are the completely out there, statement pieces that transform your basics into wows style moments.  These extraordinary bags hold your favorite lipstick (one of them even comes with lipstick) and all the bits and pieces your need but they are also a great talking point and fashionista favorite.  For those Sex and the City fans, one of my favorite Carrie style moments was when Big gave her the the Judith Leiber swan clutch – while seemingly bizarre it was so crazy that it worked in all the right ways.  So check out my favorite extraordinary bags and think about what’s missing from your wardrobe – it’s not always obvious…

Tom Ford lipstick clutch

Tom Ford lipstick clutch $3950

Charlotte Olympia clutch

Charlotte Olympia clutch $1195

ONE by Ashlyn'd clutch

ONE by Ashlyn’d clutch $375

Aldo clutch

Aldo clutch $63

Paula Cademartori bag

Paula Cademartori bag $1845

Lulu Guinness clutch

Lulu Guinness clutch $439

Kate Spade bag

Kate Spade bag $298

Nasty Gal bag

Nasty Gal bag $48

Olympia Le Tan clutch

Olympia Le Tan clutch $1880

MCM robot bag

MCM robot bag $1295

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $195

Aldo clutch

Aldo clutch $63

Anya Hindmarsh bag

Anya Hindmarsh bag $2550

Alexander McQueen clutch

Alexander McQueen clutch $1525

Kate Spade clutch

Kate Spade clutch $398

Nasty Gal clutch

Nasty Gal clutch $58

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… fall fashion for less

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All the latest and greatest for under $100!!

The seasons are changing and it’s time to start the hunt for fab fall fashion for less.  Everything here is under $100 so you can great the hot new autumn style for a fraction of the high end designer price tags.  Finding fall fashion for less means hunting for those great aha moments you can’t wait to brag to your friends about.   Wait you like my dress?  $29 at Forever 21!  Then that great look of shock and envy with a splash of – is it still available flashes on their faces.  Check out my favorite fall fashion for less and get you autumn groove on in inexpensive high fashion style!

Asos dress

Asos dress $76

Asos bracelet

Asos bracelet $18.50

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $89.95

Nasty Gal clutch

Nasty Gal clutch $48

Asos cami

Asos cami $33

Blank Denim pants

Blank Denim pants $98

Forever 21 jacket

Forever 21 jacket $39.90

Nasty Gal necklace

Nasty Gal necklace $25

Charles by Charles David pumps

Charles by Charles David pumps $98.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Asos sweater

Asos sweater $63

Asos pencil skirt

Asos pencil skirt $63

Rue Gembon double ring

Rue Gembon double ring $40

Topshop pumps

Topshop pumps $85

Asos bag

Asks bag $45

Asos tee

Asos tee $45

Zara pants

Zara pants $49.90

Adia Kibur necklace

Adia Kibur necklace $70

Asos heels

Asos heels $54

Zara bag

Zara bag $39.90

Forever 21 dress - fall fashion for less

Forever 21 dress $24.90

Rue Gembon ear cuff

Rue Gembon ear cuff $56

Asos heels

Asos heels $81

Aldo clutch

Aldo clutch $63

MOMMA LOVES… little black bags

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The perfect little black bag never goes out of style.

Your little black dress (and really everything in your wardrobe) could always use some little black bags to go with your look.  I’m a huge fan of using colorful accessories to pop your look,  but there is always, ALWAYS room in every wardrobe for the basics.  These black bags don’t necessarily need to be little – it’s just the idea of a simple accessory that goes everywhere and never goes out of style.  These are the accessories that will, time and time again, be your go-to.  These are the little bags that take you from the school run, to the office to date night without ever looking wrong.  They are classic accessories that may nod to a particular trend but the neutral color way keeps it from looking dated (and it also helps hide wear and tear).  So, check out my favorite little black bags to suit all your wardrobe needs with style and endurance.

Fendi peek a boo bag

Fendi peek a boo bag $3750

Anya Hindmarsh bag

Anya Hindmarsh bag $1450

Michael Michael Kors bag

Michael Michael Kors bag $300

Asos bag

Asks bag $99

Stella McCartney bag

Stella McCartney bag $2185

Vanessa Seward bag

Vanessa Seward bag $530

Kate Spade bag

Kate Spade bag $298

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $19.90

Chloe bag

Chloe bag $1850

3.1 Phillip Lim bag

3.1 Phillip Lim bag $850

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $295

Topshop bag

Topshop bag $70

Saint Laurent bag

Saint Laurent bag $2950

Alexander Wang bag

Alexander Wang bag $825

Tory Burch bag

Tory Burch bag $295

Nasty Gal bag

Nasty Gal bag $48

 

MOMMA LOVES… leopard print bags and shoes

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Welcome to the jungle – leopard prints rule the accessory kingdom!

Popping your outfit with great leopard print bags and shoes is always a good idea.  Maybe not at the same time, but these accessories are the perfect addition to any wardrobe.  I always say to play up classic outfit with a more wild accessory and leopard print bags and shoes give you exactly this.  Think a simple pair of jeans and white t-shirt or little black dress the addition of a little animal print.  The look goes immediately from lifeless to spectacular by styling it with great leopard print bags and shoes.  I know a lot of people get anxious when it comes to incorporating prints into their look, which is why accessories are the perfect avenue to go – remember, keep the rest of the look simple and then wow them with the great animal patterns.  So, check out my favorite leopard print bags and shoes and pop your outfit with some wow factor.

Valentino bag

Valentino bag $3595

Stella McCartney bag

Stella McCartney bag $1200

Coach bag

Coach bag $375

Street Level bag

Street Level bag $54

Dolce & Gabbana bag

Dolce & Gabbana bag $1495

Time's Arrow bag

Time’s Arrow bag $417

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $265

Menbur clutch

Menbur clutch $58

Francesco Russo shoes

Francesco Russo shoes $1635

Christian Louboutin pumps

Christian Louboutin pumps $825

Diane von Furstenberg shoes

Diane von Furstenberg shoes $272

Asos boots

Asos boots $81

Valentino pumps

Valentino pumps $1445

Manolo Blahnik sandals

Manolo Blahnik sandals $745

Michael Michael Kors boots

Michael Michael Kors boots $275

Steve Madden pumps

Steve Madden pumps $109.95

 

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… great looks for less

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Get the look for less – everything for under $100 baby!

Achieving great looks for less money isn’t just fun, it’s like a sport.  Knowing the trends you want to hit and avoiding the high priced items without sacrificing the aesthetic you’re looking for  We love fashion but that doesn’t always mean we can afford the pricey items so finding the same fabulous looks for less always makes me happy.  Noting like the surprised look on someone’s face when they compliment your look and you tell them it’s Forever 21.  Accessible fashion is the way forward – so take pride in your incredible style for under $100 because it looks great without giving you that guilty feeling.  So check out my favorite looks for less this week and have fun hunting for the style you crave at amazingly affordable prices.

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $75

Nasty Gal cuff earring

Nasty Gal cuff earring $90

Forever 21 shoes

Forever 21 shoes $29.90

Glint Linear clutch

Glint Linear clutch $58

Wilde Heart romper

Wilde Heart romper $77

Tai bracelet

Tai bracelet $70

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $69.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Zara top

Zara top $49.90

Endless Rose pencil skirt

Endless Rose pencil skirt $69

Juliet & Company necklace

Juliet & Company necklace $64

Charles by Charles David pumps - great looks for less

Charles by Charles David pumps $98.95

Steve Madden bag

Steve Madden bag $78

Topshop top

Topshop top $50

Blank jeans

Blank jeans $88

Topshop blazer

Topshop blazer $95

Nordstrom earrings

Nordstrom earrings $24

Steve Madden booties

Steve Madden booties $99.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $27.90

Nasty Gal dress

Nasty Gal dress $58

Gorjana arm cuff - great looks for less

Gorjana arm cuff $70

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $80

 

From St. Xavier clutch

From St. Xavier clutch $98

MOMMA’S UNDER $100…. super stylish savings

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Go on, take a look and see what’s under $100 this week…

One of my favorite things to search for are super stylish savings that give me best fashions for a great price.  It’s putting together entire outfits where everything piece is under $100.  This is a modern era and even style icons like Kate Middleton and Michelle Obama know the importance of mixing high and low – so there’s great clout in those stylish savings.  Fabulous pieces that carry the all important shock value of their incredibly low price tags.  Affordable fashion is the new new – stylish savings are on trend and sure to get all of your friends asking where you go that…  It’s true, you truly can have your cake and afford it too! Check out my favorite stylish savings of the week and enjoy being frugal, fashionable and fabulous.

Forever 21 dress

Forever 21 dress $44.90

Moon and Star earring and cuff set

Moon and Star earring and cuff set $20

Asos shoes

Asos shoes $73

Skinny Dip London bag

Skinny Dip London bag $65

Forever 21 top

Forever 21 top $17.90

Asos skirt

Asos skirt $46

Juliet & Co necklace

Juliet & Co necklace $77

Charles by Charles David pumps

Charles by Charles David pumps $98.95

Zara bag

Zara bag $59.99

Vila camisole

Vila camisole $51

Forever 21 shorts

Forever 21 shorts $32.90

Rebecca Minkoff cuff

Rebecca Minkoff cuff $98

Zara sandals

Zara sandals $19.99

Nasty Gal bag

Nasty Gal bag $68

Topshop playsuit

Topshop playsuit $90

Rue Gembon earrings

Rue Gembon earrings $42

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Asos dress

Asos dress $57

Adia Kibur necklace

Adia Kibur necklace $47.50

Daisy Street shoes

Daisy Street shoes $51

Big Buddha bag

Big Buddha bag $65

 

 

MOMMA LOVES… shrunken bags syndrome

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For reals Max, I’m totally feeling the Gucci shrunken bag…

It’s the super hot accessory trend I call shrunken bags – miniature versions of the accessories we know and love.  These are perfect for when you don’t feel like carrying around everything but the kitchen sink… They’re very small – almost clutch size bags that are often cross body and transition perfectly from day to night.  I have to say, it’s silly, but I hate carrying my huge day bag to the restaurant so having these shrunken bags are a great option!  They’re the same great trends that we adore in our daytime accessories but without the weight – just carry some money, credit cards, a lipstick and your phone and really, that’s all you need!  Check out my favorite shrunken bags of the moment and say good bye to the carry all for day and hello to these little babies!

Chloe bag

Chloe bag $1990

Anya Hindmarsh bag

Anya Hindmarsh bag $895

Coach mini satchel

Coach mini satchel $260

Dune bag

Dune bag $81

YSL bag

YSL bag $1690

Sophie Hulme bag

Sophie Hulme bag $565

 

Diane von Furstenberg bag

Diane von Furstenberg bag $139.20

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $17.90

Valentino mini bag

Valentino mini bag

Gucci bag

Gucci bag $850

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $195

Topshop bag

Topshop bag $58

Fendi peek a boo mini bag

Fendi peek a boo mini bag $3150

Jimmy Choo bag

Jimmy Choo bag $925

Milly bag

Milly bag $275

River Island bag

River Island bag $36

 

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… hot summer style for less

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This boy has his birthday money and he’s ready to shop!

Oh girls, it’s hot outside and everyone is on the hunt for the hottest summer style for less – because less is more this summer… right?  We wear less so we should spend less too but that never means sacrificing taste.  Getting great summer style for less means seeking out adorable dresses, rompers, shorts and skirts that can get your through this crazy heat wave of a summer, looking great without killing your budget.  Even the most simple pieces punctuated with fabulous (yet also inexpensive) accessories are a great look – easy to wear and effortlessly chic!  Check out my favorite options for enjoying your summer style for less!

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $85

Rue Gembon earrings

Rue Gembon earrings $58

Nine West sandals

Nine West sandals $88.95

Glint bag

Glint bag $58

Topshop camisole

Topshop camisole $30

Asos skirt

Asos skirt $73

Rachel Zoe cuff

Rachel Zoe cuff $95

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

Zara bag

Zara bag $59.90

BB Dakota romper - summer style for less

BB Dakota romper $70

Nasty Gal necklace

Nasty Gal necklace $25

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.90

Surf Gypsy top

Surf Gypsy top $52

Forever 21 shorts

Forever 21 shorts $32.90

Topshop arm cuff

Topshop arm cuff $15

Free People sandals

Free People sandals $68

Asos bag

Asks bag $40

Asos dress

Asos dress $69

Soko cuff

Soko cuff $68

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $80

Big Buddha bag

Big Buddha bag $65

MOMMA WANTS… colorful bags (to pop my look)

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This is from a shoot I style years ago and it resonates with me even more today – the take away is that I feel like I’m constantly cleaning up after my little guy – but there’s no reason I shouldn’t look fabulous with a great colorful bag!

People tend to gravitate towards black but I have always been a huge fan of colorful bags – if you’re going to accessorize you may as well make a statement, right?  I live in neutrals – jeans and t-shirts, little black dresses, tons of basics so bags and shoes are often the pop in my outfit.  Great colorful bags are a perfect way to add a spark to your look no matter what your style, age or size – they are the greatest common denominator among women.  You have the rest of your life to get a black bag – go for something bright and strong.  There are a million things in our lives to be practical so buy the colorful bags and take a walk on the wild side.  Choose your favorite color and add a pop to your wardrobe with a fabulous accessory!  Check out my favorite colorful bags and have fun with your look!

Anya Hindmarsh bag

Anya Hindmarsh bag $1550

Coach bag

Coach bag $425

Marc by Marc Jacobs bag

Marc by Marc Jacobs bag $299.80

Asos bag

Asks bag $40

Valentino bag

Valentino bag $2445

Tory Burch bag

Tory Burch bag $425

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $295

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.90

Balenciaga bag

Balenciaga bag $2375

Diane von Furstenberg bag

Diane von Furstenberg bag $528

Kate Spade bag

Kate Spade bag $298

Marc B bag

Marc B bag $98

Chloe bag

Chloe bag $1850

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $358

Vince Camuto bag

Vince Camuto bag $278

Express bag

Express bag $59.90