Happy Friday friends! Lately I have been wanting everything in sight that has anything to do with tassels, pom poms, or fringe so I am bringing you all my favorites under $100! Most of my picks are also under $50 so they won’t break the bank and you can treat yourself to more than just one. I already own 4 and I currently have 1, 6, and 10 in my basket. No shame in my tassel game!
This weekend I will be catching up with friends and celebrating my wonderful dad for Father’s Day. We have brunch planned and hanging out by the pool. If you still are needing some last minute gift ideas be sure to checkout my Father’s Day gift guide. What will you be doing for Father’s Day? I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Being a #girlboss can take a lot of work so your outfit shouldn’t have to! If there is one thing that my mama taught me well, it was how to dress for success on a budget. Thanks mama! Dressing for success does not have to be costly and who doesn’t like to save a few dollars where they can? I don’t claim to always get everything for cheap, but I do make a conscious effort to make my dollars go as far as possible. That being said, here are my tips for all of my ladies out there that, like me, have a champagne taste on a beer budget.
Shop the sales
If you aren’t someone who normally gets excited about sales, it’s time to make a change! At some point the gorgeous blouse that you are coveting is going to go on major sale and you will kick yourself for paying full price. Stores are always looking for an excuse to push a sale so look out for the really good ones (40%+ off) and sit back for the duds (10-15%). Sign up for your favorite stores email lists and check them regularly. Sometimes email subscribers get inside information and it pays off to get all of those annoying emails! Outlets can also be your best friend. While they usually are a season behind, they offer greatly discounted clothes and you know they are still the name brand you love. J Crew Factory is my favorite for discounted work clothes- specifically their cropped pants. The majority of my work attire comes from Loft, Banana Republic, and J Crew Factory when they are having their major end of the year sales. I have scored work pants for $8/piece so I am telling you that the wait is worth it people!
Know when to save and when its ok to splurge
Have you ever heard the term, “Fashion comes and goes but style is timeless”? It is ok to splurge on the pieces that you know you will be able to wear for years to come. Think suits, blazers, an age-appropriate LBD, or well-made heels. This unfortunately does not include trendy pieces. So while you might be really tempted to run out and buy the season’s hottest new trend, unless you can find it for a reasonable price, I highly suggest saving your money. I tend to splurge on pieces that I can see myself wearing in 5 years and in order to do that the quality has to be there. Keep in mind that sometimes it is necessary to spend a bit more for quality if it is going to save you money in the long run.
Don’t allow yourself to shop for fun (on a regular basis)
This one gets me the most. Anyone else an emotional shopper? I get it, I have first hand experience that retail therapy can cure just about anything! I have spent hundreds of dollars trying to make myself feel better or simply because I was bored at the time. While this is ok on rare occasions, it can NOT be your norm. If you absolutely must- stick to places like Marshalls, TJ Maxx, or Target. I call these my safe zones because at least they are budget friendly. Be careful because these places can also sneak up on you if you go overboard, so my best piece of advice is to only allow yourself to purchase one item.
Stock up on staples
These are your classics that are never going out of style. They are the separates that you can wear to make several different outfits. For the most part, your staples are going to be your solid colors. Prints tend to come and go. Every #girlboss should own a white and black blouse, navy and black pants, and a black pencil skirt at the very least. These colors go with almost everything. I own several different white blouses because they go with any bottom that you can think of- pants, pencil skirts, shorts, you name it. You can’t go wrong investing in separates in white, navy, black, khaki, grey, and red.
It’s all in the details
Details can make or break an outfit but they can also help you recreate old looks and make them new again. Accessories can completely change an outfit by switching up your jewelry, belt, and purse so don’t forget about these. You do not need a ton of different details. Again, stick to pieces that you can wear with several different outfits and through multiple seasons. My go to place for details is Charming Charlie because they have great deals and everything is color coded so it’s super easy to choose from!
Ok I know what you are thinking… “Does this girl own anything besides dresses?”. If I were you, I would think the same thing! Going back through my recent posts, I have posted nothing but dresses and I can tell you the exact reason why. They are easy! For somebody that is constantly on the go, dresses are my best friend! They require little thought besides which shoes and jewelry match. If you haven’t read my post on why I’ll be wearing dresses all summer long you can read more about my opinion on that here. On top of dresses, there are 3 other trends that you will start to see this Summer, if you haven’t already.
Back Detailing– Any dress or top that has a cool back always gets major bonus points and is sure to get you compliments! When I found this dress from Seasalt & Honey Boutique, I knew I had to have it right away and sure enough the first time I wore it everyone was obsessed with the back of it.
Tassels– All tassel everything! But really. Tassel earrings, clothes, accessories, and on just about anything else that you can think of. They are huge this season and come in all forms, shapes, sizes, and colors. Plus if you are in a pinch these tassel earrings make great gifts!
Bright Colors– Every year towards the beginning of Summer, you will start to see more and more of the bright colors come into play. Pink, mint, yellow, and cobalt blue are a few of my favorites. If you tend to shy away from bright colors, adding a pop of color into your accessories is the easiest way to go. For instance, with some earrings like these.
What are your favorite Summer trends that you have seen so far? I would love to hear! If you are looking for some cute summer pieces, Seasalt & Honey Boutique is your one stop shop! They have an awesome selection of trendy apparel and accessories, so make sure to check them out. Hope all of you have a wonderful week!
**Thank you Sesalt & Honey Boutique for sponsoring this post. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.**
We are a little more than one week away from Father’s Day and if you haven’t had the time to grab your dad the perfect gift, I’ve got you covered! I have already bought my dad numbers 1,4, and 9 in the past and will be getting my dad this this year. Whatever you decide, make sure you go ahead and order is ASAP so it gets here before next weekend!
Ok guys, major trend alert here!! You’ve probably already seen it, but if not you are about to see this trend all summer long- the tie front attire. You can see it on dresses, rompers (as seen here), jumpsuits and tops. It is the perfect way to beat the heat and still stay trendy through the hot months this summer! Although this dress does show off a bit of skin, I have seen many other tie front options that do not show nearly as much and can certainly be appropriate for multiple occasions. I wore this dress to dinner and pictures on our family vacation to the beach but can’t wait to wear it with these sandals that I picked up recently. I’ve rounded up all of my favorite tie front options under $100 so you guys can give it a try!
Tie fronts under $100
Don’t forget that it is not too late to enter in the Function of Beauty personalized shampoo and conditioner giveaway that is going on until tonight. You can find instructions on how to enter here. Lastly, I wanted to let you guys know that I will be doing a recap of my family’s stay in Seaside, FL later this month so stay tuned! Have a great week 🙂
