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The Skinny on Frugal Plus Size Fashion

by Andrea Hermitt

30 Sep 2009 11:17 PM

Finding frugal fashions is hard enough when you are a "normal" size. But if you are a size 14 or above, there is a special challenge. Makers of plus size clothing charge more just because they can. Larger clothes are hard to find, so they can be at a premium. Still, there are some options.

Frugal Fashions for Fall: Sweater Dress

by Andrea Hermitt

13 Sep 2009 06:35 PM

This week's foray through the discount stores found a curios wardrobe item that I hadn't seen in such great abundance since 1986, the sweater dress. They were everywhere.

How to Save Money on Underwear

by Mary Ann Romans

08 Sep 2009 11:04 AM

Underwear is just one of those things that I refuse to buy used. I know that some others do this quite successfully, but I just cannot get over my squeamishness about it. I am fine getting most other items of clothing used for myself and my family, but I just can't do underwear.

Frugalista Fashions: Free Finds From His Closet

by Andrea Hermitt

05 Sep 2009 07:18 PM

If you have been reading our frugal blog, then you know you can get free or clothes if you know where to look. Read: Tips for a Free Wardrobe One of this year's fashion trends gives you even more opportunities to find free clothes.

Frugalista Fashions: Making your old boots look new

by Andrea Hermitt

30 Aug 2009 07:43 PM

As winter approaches the shoe stores are filling up with books and other winter shoes. The thing is this years boots don't look much different from last year's boots. I have seem some trends toward boots that come up over the knee and some slouch boots too, but the classics are still classics.

Frugalista Fashions: One dress, many styles

by Andrea Hermitt

19 Aug 2009 12:41 AM

Who would have ever thought that buying a single top that matches nothing being considered as a gamble? It used to be an excuse to go out and buy a skirt or slacks. Now, in this tight economy, if a dress can't be worn at least three ways, you have seriously wasted your money. Chron.

A New Wardrobe for Free

by Mary Ann Romans

11 Aug 2009 04:45 AM

If you took only an hour today, I bet you could find a whole new wardrobe right in your own home! Here are some tips on how to get a new set of outfits all for free. When I read Andrea's blog about how the 80s are back, I got inspired.

Frugalista Fashions: The 1980's are Back!

by Andrea Hermitt

07 Aug 2009 08:37 AM

In visiting the outlet mall these last few weeks as fall fashions begin to fill up the store, I have found one thing in common with everything in the stores. I wore the same fashions in the late 1980's.

Frugalista Fashions: Buying Clothes on Ebay

by Andrea Hermitt

22 Jul 2009 05:35 PM

As a frugal fashionista, I purchase a lot of clothing items on EBay. The items I purchase most often are my daughters Character Shoes for drama club, Pageant accessories, lingerie, and winter sweaters. Pricewise, there are several things you need to consider when you are shopping on Ebay.

Frugalista fashions: Five Fashion Musts for Light Travel

by Andrea Hermitt

20 Jul 2009 01:34 PM

If you are going on vacation, it pays to travel light. Firstly, you won't need to pay the $15.00 luggage price plus $50 to $100 for a second bag. Second, you will be able to navigate your way through the airport faster.



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