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5 New Year’s Shopping Resolutions for 2020

January 2, 2020   If you’re looking to improve your financial health in 2020, getting a handle on your shopping habits can be an important New Year’s resolution. To get your resolutions flowing, here are 5 shopping resolutions you may want to set—and keep— in 2020.   1. Plan Ahead Nothing can derail a shopping trip faster than going into a store without a plan and shopping on a whim. But even worse is going to the wrong store, or shopping at the wrong time! Price comparison is a must for the savvy shopper. But the time of year that you shop is also important. Retailers follow a pattern and certain items are put on sale at the lowest price at specific times of the year. You can plan your major purchases by keeping an eye on retailers and when they put the big ticket items on sale. Putting in some homework before you leave the house by writing a list, checking inventory online, and price comparing not only from store to store, but throughout the year, will help you stay on track

Fall Trend — Cardigan As A Top

November 1, 2019 English Factory Mixed Media Cardigan Madewell Colorblock Cardigan 1.State Button Front Cardigan English Factory Mixed Media Cardigan | Madewell Colorblock Cardigan | 1.State Button Front Cropped Cardigan | Sometimes the best pieces in your wardrobe, are the ones you can sport in more ways than one. One item that is often a staple in wardrobes, that is not always thought of to wear in more than one way, is a cardigan. According to wikipedia , cardigans are named after James Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan, a British Army Major General who led the Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War. This piece of clothing is modelled after the knitted wool waistcoat that was supposedly worn by British officers during the war.   Cardigans are often worn layered over another piece of clothing, usually a shirt, blouse, or sleeveless knit for a more formal look, and a tank top or t-shirt for a more casual vibe. But for fall, I sug

How To Wear A Blanket Scarf For Fall

September 24, 2019 A blanket scarf is an oversized square scarf that is the perfect accessory for fall. Blanket scarves add an instant touch of visual interest to your fall outfits, along with much needed warmth on those transitional fall days. Unlike traditional scarves which only add interest around the neck area, a blanket scarf can drastically change up an outfit. Here are 3 ways to wear a blanket scarf for fall:   Image from: https://www.ellaprettyblog.com/ Wear the scarf draped over your shoulders as a shawl to keep your shoulders and arms warm while adding a little interest to an otherwise basic white t-shirt and black jeans outfit. Image: https://bombpetite.com Wear it belted to accentuate your waist. Simply drape the scarf over your neck and add a belt. This can work well with or without a coat. Madewell Multi-Plaid Blanket Scarf If the long, drapey options aren’t for you, try a blanket scarf tried traditionally, with the ends hanging long and loose for the ult

Stylish Updates To A T-Shirt and Jeans

September 10, 2019 Wit & Wisdom Ab-solution High Waist Denim | BP V-Neck T-Shirt A t-shirt and jeans is a simple, classic look that is super comfortable to wear. It’s also very easy to put together, grab two things and your done! But it can sometimes get a bit boring to sport the same look every single day. Here are a few suggestions to help make your t-shirt and jeans outfits interesting again: Add accessories. Accessories have the power to transform any look. A bold statement necklace can jazz up a plain white t-shirt. A printed scarf let’s you incorporate the colors of the season. A western belt with a wide buckle makes a strong statement when it’s paired with a classic t-shirt and a pair of jeans. Change the t-shirt style. Swap a crew neck for a v-neck. Switch out a classic t-shirt for a cold shoulder style. Sometimes all you need is a change in the style of t-shirt and your outfits will feel new again. Wear bold socks. If you enjoy sporting cropped jeans, try pai