Once I got into my 30s, I started to shun the sun. Self-tanners were the perfect answer. The ones that I tried 10 years ago seem so different from the ones that I use now. They smell and work so much better these days. I found my favorite self tanner... Continue reading

Everyone loves a fresh pedicure - but a professional one can cost $20 or more. Consider giving yourself a professional-looking (and feeling) home pedi instead. You'll need: plastic dishpan; towel and washcloth; socks; foot scrub; vegetable oil; two plastic grocery store bags; toenail clippers; emery board; nail polish remover; cotton... Continue reading

How do I love thee, H&M? This Scandinavian-based clothing retailer is the awesomeness. Inexpensive, decently made clothing and accessories that are always up-to-the-minute stylish. H&M also often collaborates on collections with top fashion designers and fashion-forward celebrities, kinda like Target does. My biggest beef is that you cannot buy their... Continue reading

I found a great blog this morning - check out Budgetnista.org. She's a 40-something momma like me and shares my love of the bargain fashion hunt. Enjoy! Continue reading

I spotted a perfect summer "dress-it-up/dress-it-down" black ruffled mini skirt at Target. The price was great (under $17!), it's machine washable and looks more expensive than it is . A reviewer on the Target website compaired it to a similar skirt from Urban Outfitters that sells for $60. Ruffled Mini... Continue reading

So I was at my SuperTarget the night before Easter and, of course, I HAD to take a quick spin down the cosmetics aisle. I spotted a make-up line that I had read about in the fashion mags but had never actually seen - E.L.F Cosmetics. E.L.F. (which stands for... Continue reading

Walmart often surprises me. They have a pretty good lingerie section - always lots and lots of well-made bras. The in-store costume jewelry selection is decent as well. Since I'm a stay-at-home mom with two very small children, I don't get the chance to just go out and shop very... Continue reading

I love big, chunky jewelry -especially rings and bracelets. They get alot of attention when you wear them, like a piece of art. They're fun and instantly pep up any outfit. One of my favorite websites of all time is Etsy.com. This site carries handmade items, ranging from clothing to... Continue reading

I seriously love going to the drugstore cosmetic section. Seriously. Everytime I'm at the Walgreen's, I'm picking up one cosmetic or another. And nail polish? Don't even get me started. I just started to give myself proper manicures again recently - the foot scrub, everything - and when I get... Continue reading

The "rocker chick" look has always been one of my favorites. When I was a teenager, it was an easy style to pull off on the cheap. Ripping up your jeans and tights, attaching safety pins everywhere - and lots of black. Madonna (circa early 80s) was a major style... Continue reading