Category Archives: Splurge VS Steal

August 22, 2012

Splurge VS Steal: Current/Elliot Jeans

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Splurge: Current Elliot (Similar) vs Steal: Zara.

hmm… do I want to spend more than $200 or do I want to spend $80? I’ll let you answer that question.

Remember this post from the other day? Well, a BIG thanks to Carisa Tuma from OurPartyof3.com (such a great blog!!!!) – We’ve got an even better steal for you! You can find the same pair of jeans in 3 different colors if “blue aint your thing” here at GoJane.com for $37! Here’s a 20% off coupon too… Just use “PSTYLEW20” at checkout! Have fun!

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Here’s how I would style the wild pair:

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outfit one (lady like inspired) top: Topshop. necklace: Forever 21. purse: Forever 21. glitter oxfords: Forever 21.

outfit two (mixing prints!) top: Forever 21. shoes: I would wear both the oxfords and converse all depending on the occasion.

outfit three (love denim shirts) top: Forever 21. purse: Forever 21. shoes: Converse.

August 20, 2012

sportswear isn't only for the gym.

top: Forever 21. sports bra: Forever 21. shorts: Repurposed. shoes: hidden wedges via eBay. sunglasses: Marc Jacobs.

The craze this year has been the hidden wedge sneaker. As soon as I spotted the first few out and about in my trip to NYC, I had to have them. But obviously not at the original price. So my first stop was eBay about 2 months ago looking for at least a look a like. I got this great pair (that I’m wearing above) for about 60 bucks, but I was still on the lookout for another pair. Steve Madden then came out with an identical pair to the Isabel Marant’s but sold out in seconds! But now, I give you the day of your dreams. (At least, the heavens opened up and angels began to sing when I found these)

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(splurge: Isabel Marant vs steal: Target)

A hidden wedge sneaker for $30! Yes, you read that right. THIRTY DOLLARS! Thank you Target! Could anything be wrong with such a thing? I don’t think so! Well, only the fact that you have to wait a few weeks because they’re on backorder… but that’s no worry for me. I think it’s worth the wait. I’ve already ordered the silver pair.

What about you? Are you going to jump in on the hidden wedge train? Or have you already done so?

sportswear isn’t only for the gym.

top: Forever 21. sports bra: Forever 21. shorts: Repurposed. shoes: hidden wedges via eBay. sunglasses: Marc Jacobs.

The craze this year has been the hidden wedge sneaker. As soon as I spotted the first few out and about in my trip to NYC, I had to have them. But obviously not at the original price. So my first stop was eBay about 2 months ago looking for at least a look a like. I got this great pair (that I’m wearing above) for about 60 bucks, but I was still on the lookout for another pair. Steve Madden then came out with an identical pair to the Isabel Marant’s but sold out in seconds! But now, I give you the day of your dreams. (At least, the heavens opened up and angels began to sing when I found these)

splurgevssteal

(splurge: Isabel Marant vs steal: Target)

A hidden wedge sneaker for $30! Yes, you read that right. THIRTY DOLLARS! Thank you Target! Could anything be wrong with such a thing? I don’t think so! Well, only the fact that you have to wait a few weeks because they’re on backorder… but that’s no worry for me. I think it’s worth the wait. I’ve already ordered the silver pair.

What about you? Are you going to jump in on the hidden wedge train? Or have you already done so?

August 3, 2012

Splurge VS Steal: DVF Drop Waist Dress

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Splurge: DVF vs Steal: Topshop

Drop waist dresses are very “in” this upcoming season – and I’m loving every bit of it! Here’s how I would wear the major steal:


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Outfit 1 (left) // blouse: forever 21, purse: ASOS, shoes: Forever 21.

Paired a white blouse tied at the waist over the dress to give off the illusion of top + skirt. Add a finishing touch of summer with a straw bag & nude wedges. This can easily be taken from a work outfit to a night out afterwards or even for a weekend brunch!

Outfit 2 (right) // jacket: Topshop, purse: ASOS, shoes: Converse.

This is definitely my inner tomboy curating this outfit! I love how the lady like pieces (dress and purse) are contrasted by the boyish cargo jacket and converse sneakers. I SOOOO want this whole outfit!