11 Ways to Stay Fly, on a Budget
- By Mario Johnson
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- 31 May, 2017
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You don't have to break the bank to look like you did.
Look Great without Breaking the Bank
Your appearance is what will make or break you.
Sight is our biggest tool for assessing a situation.
What people perceive from your appearance can be very telling.
It's the first thing people are looking at and base their thoughts upon.
Having personal style can be fun.
It's about finding what works best for YOU.
You don't have to follow a "trend" to have style.
Rule of thumb, always wear the best version of you, fitting clothes, colors that compliment your complexion.
Also you don't have to break your pockets to look good.
In this article I will be giving you 11 Examples and Methods on how to "Stay Fly", on a budget.
SAVE WHEN SHOPPING:
So that's the saving money part. Now lets get to the staple items.
Staple items meaning what you need in your wardrobe.
-MUST HAVES-
*Summer Edition*
Now what you get and how much you shop is all going to depend on YOU and what YOU like.
I will say splurge less and save up.
I know women who will splurge on a Chanel bag once a year, and men who will splurge on Jordans every 2 months.
Just as long as you're being responsible, I say shop til' you drop.
Like I said looking good and feeling your best is all going to come from you. If you don't know where to start Pinterest is very helpful or you can ask someone who's styled before and has a degree, *hint hint* diamondjaneen@gmail.com. I'm just saying!
There's no reason to break the bank if you don't have to.
Spend wisely and get the most bang for your buck.
#staysharp and #staygold
written by: D. Holbrook
email: diamondjaneen@gmail.com
Your appearance is what will make or break you.
Sight is our biggest tool for assessing a situation.
What people perceive from your appearance can be very telling.
It's the first thing people are looking at and base their thoughts upon.
Having personal style can be fun.
It's about finding what works best for YOU.
You don't have to follow a "trend" to have style.
Rule of thumb, always wear the best version of you, fitting clothes, colors that compliment your complexion.
Also you don't have to break your pockets to look good.
In this article I will be giving you 11 Examples and Methods on how to "Stay Fly", on a budget.
SAVE WHEN SHOPPING:
- Download and clip those coupons. Groupon has millions of coupons waiting for you to use and the app is free. Not only that but you get to view a variety of deals. There's an unlimited amount of chain retailers as well as up and coming boutiques just waiting for your business. Even regular downloadable coupons, most retailers except. Don't sleep on those thrifty coupon ladies and gentlemen.
- Speaking of thrifty. Thrifting is where its at. Only ignorant people will mock someone for getting secondhand clothing. I mean if I can find a Burberry trench coat for $50 dollars, best believe I'm going to rock that coat till the seams rip off. All this to say that thrifting is such a money saver. You can find some amazing gems. Just make sure you wash everything before wear. They do spray the clothes with some chemicals. Other than that get to your local Goodwill.
- Online stores do better coupons than brick and mortar. From a retailers point of view that's a major business failure but for you consumers take advantage! You get to use percentage discounts, coupons codes, free shipping, free gifts with purchase just for having an email. I mean take a look at Gold&Dagger Clothing&Design, we offer 15% off your first purchase!
- Outlet malls. To be honest since I've worked in the outlet situations I will tell you those days of finding the newest thing out for 50% off is over. BUT, the benefits of outlet shopping is they have "older" and overstock. Which is usually going to be priced below regular price. Thie discount will generally be at least 30%. Go in on the weekends and download your coupons, that's when stores have their "hot" deals.
So that's the saving money part. Now lets get to the staple items.
Staple items meaning what you need in your wardrobe.
-MUST HAVES-
*Summer Edition*
- Dad hats. These bad boys always go in and out of trend every year. They are a major key, keep the rays out of your eyes, and have some clever quote or unique logo to express yourself
- Grab your Ray-ban glasses and hit the streets. Don't have the funds for brand names off brand is also cool too, and your soul won't be hurt if you break them or loose them at the beach.
- Pops of color. Get some color into your life. Anything goes. Bright shirt, shorts, shoes, and socks even hair. Light up your life! Even if you wear all black or grey, a pop of color can be everything to set your #ootd off!
- Get your swimwear on point. Keep it simple and light. Nothing worse than being at a pool party and you're sweating like you ran a marathon because you over dressed.
- Ripped and torn denim. Another staple that will always stay. Have an old pair of denim? Distress and bring them back to life! There are tutorials on Youtube, once you're done, you'll have a new item to add to your wardrobe.
- Water bottles. Yes water bottles I mean every cent counts when saving, am I right? You'll be surprised how much money you'll save when you're not constantly buying a drink out. Plus have you looked at the phrases and styled of these bottles? Dope! Stay fly & HYDRATED this Summer.
Now what you get and how much you shop is all going to depend on YOU and what YOU like.
I will say splurge less and save up.
I know women who will splurge on a Chanel bag once a year, and men who will splurge on Jordans every 2 months.
Just as long as you're being responsible, I say shop til' you drop.
Like I said looking good and feeling your best is all going to come from you. If you don't know where to start Pinterest is very helpful or you can ask someone who's styled before and has a degree, *hint hint* diamondjaneen@gmail.com. I'm just saying!
There's no reason to break the bank if you don't have to.
Spend wisely and get the most bang for your buck.
#staysharp and #staygold
written by: D. Holbrook
email: diamondjaneen@gmail.com
Hot shoes for this summer ladies
Today we will be focusing on two of the most popular shoes that have just been blowing up all over social media. Every time this certain celebrity touches anything it instantly turns into diamonds. Whatever she wears bet you million dollars her navy is buying it up. The one and only Rihanna Fenty Puma collection .
Every since the announcement of her collaboration with Puma as well as being Puma's Creative director , the hype and anticipation has been real and for good reason. Rihanna is definitely a force to be reckoned with. With her variation of different unique styles she has blessed us with countless times. Named style icon by several top women's and men's magazines.
Needless to say girl got the eyes for style. We all get a chance to rock this unique aspects in our own personal closets. Starting with the so popular Puma creepers coming in several different colors. That will add the perfect amount of pop to any outfit. The flirty sporty look gives next level confidence for not only women but men as well. Perfect styling is pairing with any type of ripped jeans, fishnets, body con dresses, and even sun dresses. Simple and cute
And of course Rihanna got you when it comes to sandals as well. Starting with her fuzzy slides that damn there every single female on Instagram have several pairs of. Not only are they stylish but comfortable and can give a funky go lucky look to any outfit. With this she introduced her bows and jellies that came out this spring/summer.
When there is a hot style out of course comes the copy cats. Not saying that with Puma collection your not getting that high quality and of course the name brand, but you are able to find the same shoes with no direct brand for the low low.
Today we will be focusing on two of the most popular shoes that have just been blowing up all over social media. Every time this certain celebrity touches anything it instantly turns into diamonds. Whatever she wears bet you million dollars her navy is buying it up. The one and only Rihanna Fenty Puma collection .
Every since the announcement of her collaboration with Puma as well as being Puma's Creative director , the hype and anticipation has been real and for good reason. Rihanna is definitely a force to be reckoned with. With her variation of different unique styles she has blessed us with countless times. Named style icon by several top women's and men's magazines.
Needless to say girl got the eyes for style. We all get a chance to rock this unique aspects in our own personal closets. Starting with the so popular Puma creepers coming in several different colors. That will add the perfect amount of pop to any outfit. The flirty sporty look gives next level confidence for not only women but men as well. Perfect styling is pairing with any type of ripped jeans, fishnets, body con dresses, and even sun dresses. Simple and cute
And of course Rihanna got you when it comes to sandals as well. Starting with her fuzzy slides that damn there every single female on Instagram have several pairs of. Not only are they stylish but comfortable and can give a funky go lucky look to any outfit. With this she introduced her bows and jellies that came out this spring/summer.
When there is a hot style out of course comes the copy cats. Not saying that with Puma collection your not getting that high quality and of course the name brand, but you are able to find the same shoes with no direct brand for the low low.
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