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By Morgan Giving the cold shoulder has a whole new meaning. Don’t give out your cold shoulder, wear it instead!  Cold shoulder tops are a blazing hot trend perfect for now and next season.  Think of a blouse with cutouts on the shoulder. They give that sexy and flirty edge you want without going overboard. … Continue Reading

Hi there fellow budget-fashionistas! My name is Deepa and I run the Thrifty Trendsetters blog. I started the blog with the goal to never feature anything over a $100, that is my limit. I can’t see spending over that for everyday fashion, can you? And I am the queen of online sale-hunting, if there was … Continue Reading

The highly-anticipated Olympics are in full swing. You’ve probably already been watching the swimming and gymnastic events and have been wondering how to incorperate Olympic style into your look (I know I have!). Lucky for you (and me!) I’ve figured out an easy way that fits a skinny budget and I’m calling it the Olympic-Medal … Continue Reading

Hi there and Happy Sunday. This week was struck with tragedy in Colorado. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about the victims in the movie theater shooting and am deeply saddened by such an unbelievable event. It’s hard not to think about it and watch every piece of news on the matter, but sometimes you … Continue Reading

Sponsored Post: It’s vacation season! Are you getting excited? Well, packing isn’t so exciting and it’s a necessity. If you’re over over-packing then I’ve got the shoes for you, MUPS. They’re flats that have velcro on the front for decorative ornaments that stick right on. It’s great for the girl on the go. Want to … Continue Reading

Hi there and Happy Sunday! I just woke up (it’s after 1pm!) and SO needed that sleep. This week included filming a slew of TV segments, a blog seminar with the super-star blogger Meg of Mimi+Meg (also got to meet Lara of The Glossarie – love that site!), deep cleaning my apartment, missing my roomie/boyfriend – … Continue Reading

By Morgan This will have you hooked like a magnet.  Partly because it’s magnetic!  Sally Hansen is ingenious and never ceases to amaze, especially with the new magnetic nail polish! This mezmerizing polish is very budget friendly, comes in eight different colors, and looks like it will give nails a 3-D effect… but I had to … Continue Reading

Hey classy lady! Get with the gingham. It’s classic and reminds me of summer days and picnics. Last week, summer was on full strength with a heat wave, fourth of July, and day-drinking BBQs. Stay in those summer spirits and rock it retro style. Gingham is something you’ll continue to wear this summer and the … Continue Reading

I was at J.Crew today and saw the most gorgeous bib necklace, um ever. It was $228 (way too pricey for costume jewelry!) and then I visited Cupcakes & Cashmere to discover her little piggy bank sporting the bling. My skinny piggy can’t break that kinda bank, so now I am on a quest for … Continue Reading

Hello there! Today is kind of a big deal for me & the blog. Today we’re national!! I filmed my first national TV segment last week and it airs today (pinch me!) on Better TV. Ever since I was a little kid I knew I wanted to be involved in TV. Kelly Ripa has been … Continue Reading