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Outfit Ideas: Sperry Leopard Boat Shoes

May 14, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

Sperry Top-Sider Famous Footwear

Sperry Boat Shoes are THE shoes of the season right now! Everyone is wearing them and there are so many cute styles to choose from. I personally love leopard print so when I spotted these Sperry’s on FamousFootwear.com I knew I had to have them.

It took me three days of continuous wear to break them in, first day with thin socks. Now, they are super comfortable and I wear them all the time. I slip them on to run outside and hang laundry, I put them on to run to the store, or I put together a cute outfit to go with them, like the outfit above.

Need more outfit ideas of what to wear with boat shoes? Check out these cute outfits below I found on Pinterest…

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Outfit Ideas: Pops of NEON Colors

May 13, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

I posted this today’s outfit on my instagram account last week. I was anxious to put together an outfit to go with my new Blu Bijoux fashion jewelry from Max & Chloe.

I’m absolutely in LOVE with this Blu Bijoux Fuchsia Pyramid Necklace and this awesome Blu Bijoux Silver Wide Diamond Link Stretch Bracelet from Max and Chloe. I get SO many compliments on this bracelet every single time I wear it. It’s on sale and comes in a few different colors, so go snatch one up quick before they sell out. This is one of those statement pieces you HAVE to have!

I know some people aren’t crazy about the socks with sandals trend, but I’m wearing it and I think it’s working… Especially since these gray Aerosoles sandals have a perforated print that lets the neon color of my socks through. I promise you, this would look even better if I was tall! Being that I’m only 5′ 2″ I can’t always get away with trying out every trend and style.

Today’s Outfit

Shirt: TJ Maxx #Maxxstyle on sale rack for $7 (compare at $48)
Pants: Old Navy Rockstar Skinny Jeans
Shoes: Aerosoles
Necklace: Blu Bijoux Fuchsia Pyramid Necklace from Max & Chloe
Bracelet: Blu Bijoux Silver Wide Diamond Link Stretch Bracelet from Max & Chloe

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* Some of the items seen in this post were provided to us free of charge for the purpose of product testing and review. This does not effect our opinion of the products in any way. We only write about products we personally like and use, regardless of how they were acquired.

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The Must-Have Item for All Sock-Free Shoes

May 10, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife 1 Comment

With “barefoot style” shoes like oxfords and boat shoes being all the rage this season, you will definitely need a pair of Sock-Free Saviors from Foot Petals.

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Sock-Free Saviors from Foot Petals
($18.95 per pair from Zappos.com)

Tired of wearing socks with those low profile skimmers, flats, and sneakers and having them obnoxiously stick out in an annoying fashion? Ditch the socks and slip these Foot Petals® sock-free saviors into your favorite shoes for instant foot protection! You’ll be able to wear your favorite shoes and feel great at the same time! And honestly, isn’t that every gal’s dream come true?

Well it certainly is! You can’t always wear “fashionable socks” or ankle socks with every style of shoe. Some styles just call for bare feet like Sperry’s and flats.

Sock-Free Saviors have a DRI comfort moisture management system that is built into the terry cloth padding that keeps feet cool and dry all day long while the PORON® cushioning absorbs shock making these ideal for any pair of shoes that you wear often.

The amazing Microban anti-microbial protection in these shoe liners doesn’t rub, wear, or wash away AND they fits all types of closed-toes shoes. If they get dirty, just gently hand wash in cold water with mild detergent and dry flat. Best of all, Foot Petal products are proudly made in the U.S.A. Score!!!

Here are a couple of pairs I’m wearing sock-free saviors in right now…

oxfords from Marshalls for $19.99 #fabfound

Nude Oxfords from Marshalls – $20

leopard sperrys

Sperry Biscayne Leopard Boat Shoes from Famous Footwear – $60

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Naot Kedma Oxfords in Merlot – $190

dkny flats from TJ Maxx #maxxstyle

DKNY Striped Flats from TJ Maxx – $35

What sock-free styles are you sporting this season?

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Mother’s Day Gift Idea – Home Decor Items

May 10, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the one who deserves it all with chic home accessories and decor items from Target! No matter what her style or interest, Target has an amazing and AFFORDABLE selection of stylish gifts that mom will undoubtedly love.

Here are a few of my favorites for under $35!

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Click here to indulge in Target’s Home Items online >> or visit your local Target store today!

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Top Spring Trends Available at Marshalls Right Now!

May 8, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

Last week I posted about The Top Spring 2013 Trends You Need Right Now. If you haven’t had a chance to check out that post, do it now!

Spring is the perfect time to add a little fabulousness to your wardrobe and home. This seasons must-have trends like lace, peplum, sorbet colors like mint and coral, neon yellow and green, floral and tribal prints, and oxfords are all easy to find at prices you can afford in Marshalls.

It might seem like a daunting task to stay on-trend, especially if you are on a budget. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a lot to keep your wardrobe updated and current if you shop someplace like Marshalls.

Top 8 Spring Trends To Look For:

Over the weekend, I headed to my two local Marshalls to scout out which hot, spring trends they had in store. I purchased all 8 of this season’s top trends for $99!

I really had a great time searching for the best designer deals they had to offer and I really couldn’t believe some of the things I found! Check out the Current/Elliott jeans I found on the sale rack for $39! If they were my size, I definitely would have taken those babies home with me.

Here is what I bought…

FLORALS: I found the best of both worlds with this top. It’s a beautiful floral pattern AND a peplum style top. Originally $16.99 – got it on sale for $7.00.

PEPLUMS: I couldn’t resist this coral color and cute embossed floral print. Scored this one for only $12.99

STRIPES: Loving stripes right now and had to snag this cute layered/tiered tank top for $16.99

LACE: A delicate and feminine trend to embrace. I found this dusty pink button down top for just $12.99

TRIBAL: My mom found a tribal print dress on the clearance rack and called for me like it was an emergency! An excellent find on sale for just $7!

OXFORDS: I immediately fell in love with these nude cut out oxfords. For only $20, they practically jumped into my cart all by themselves.

COLORED JEANS: You know how much I love mint green so I was delighted to find these jeans, in my size, for only $15! (originally $40)

NEON: I didn’t find any neon shoes in my size, but I did spot this neon leopard print button down top that was on sale for $7.

Now for the next couple weeks, I will show you how to style each of the top spring trends for UNDER $100 at Marshalls. Not only do they have insane deals that you just don’t see anywhere else, but they pack their stores with the most current and lust-worthy pieces at prices you can actually afford. Not just clothing and shoes either… Their handbag selection is to die for and the home decor department will make you want to redecorate every room in your house. (At least that’s what it does to me!)

DISCLOSURE: I received a $100 gift card to shop at Marshalls in order to review their spring selection of designer items available in their stores. All opinions are my own and I did not receive compensation for writing this post (or any of the spring-themed posts I plan to write in the near future) about Marshalls.

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TJ Maxx Style Scout Blogger Challenge – Stripes!

May 7, 2013 By The Fashionable Housewife Leave a Comment

The Fashionable Housewife teamed up with A Few Goody Gumdrops recently to take part in the Maxx Style Scout Blogger Challenge. We were given a $100 gift card to shop at T.J. Maxx (our FAVORITE store!) and were sent on a mission to create a designer outfit for less based on the spring trend of black and white stripes.

Here is a snippet from our experience:

“Sarah received a T.J.Maxx gift card and we shopped til we dropped. We choose to style Sarah in one of this season’s hottest trends….black and white stripes. T.J.Maxx provided us with endless possibilities to find our personal style. We sought a very cool fashion-forward look.

If you ask me….Sarah and I did an amazing job with the designer outfit and accessories we chose. Sarah’s hair, makeup and cutting edge black and white nails were the perfect compliment to her ultra stylish outfit.” [Source]

Here are the items I found at TJ Maxx that were a LOT less than if I had shopped anywhere else.

Jacket: Steve Madden – on sale for $40.00 (originally $78)
Shirt: Express – $7.99
Shoes: DKNY Casual Flats – $34.95 (originally $75)
Clutch: $16.99

TJ MAXX Total: $100

Other items from my personal closet…

Jeans: Old Navy Rockstar Jeans in black for $34.99
Nails: Sally Hansen Nail Strips in “Check It Out”
Bracelet: Cold Water Creek Ombre Resin Bracelet in orange flame
Earrings: Willa M Diamond Cut Hoops
Makeup: Urban Decay Naked Palette 2, Urban Decay Naked Skin BB Cream, Mally Perfect Red Lips (Click here for more info about my makeup routine)

Click here to see the rest of the pictures on A Few Goody Gumdrops!

I am SO honored to have had the opportunity to work with A Few Goody Gumdrops and TJ Maxx. I had an awesome time shopping in TJ’s (as I always do!) and I’m so amazed that we put together this fabulous outfit for $100! I am most excited about the ultra cool denim and leather biker jacket that was on sale. It’s so gorgeous and I will be able to style it in a million other outfits!

I saw so many things in TJ Maxx that were both totally on trend and very affordable. I could have spent many more hours in the store than I did because there was just so much to see! I will definitely be heading back there this coming week to grab a few more things including some home decor items for my living room that I am re decorating.

TJ Maxx has amazing designer items for a lot less than department stores, so you can leave knowing you will look like a million bucks but didn’t have to spend a million bucks!

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Loving the 50′s and Retro Accessories at Unique Vintage

May 6, 2013 By Brande Greider Leave a Comment

Disclaimer: The Fashionable Housewife received the following product in exchange for writing a review. While we consider it a privilege to receive free products to review, our reviews are our honest opinion and thoughts of the product.

Come take a modern step back in time with Unique Vintage. Unique Vintage has styles from the 40′s, 50′s, flapper dresses, great swimsuits, and accessories for the modern Fashionable Housewife. Mother’s Day is fast approaching and Unique Vintage has something for every mom out there! This housewife needed an update on her kitchen wardrobe, with this Frosting Halter Apron.

This halter apron covered in cupcakes brought a lot of fun to the kitchen. The halter “dress” look adds a flirty side, which is always fun. I had family over for dinner and wore my new Frosting Halter Apron and got lots of compliments. Bring more fun into cooking and serving, head to Unique Vintage and order yours today!

I also received a Velvet Rhinestone Eyeglass Case.

This hot pink case is easy to find in my purse and really soft. The glasses design in rhinestones are just adorable! These eyeglass cases were also in a recent edition of Redbook Magazine. They have an easy close clasp, the inside is a soft lining to protect your glasses also.

Unique Vintage also is great for birthdays, wedding party gifts, and everyday wear. Did I mention that Unique Vintage also has Prom and Bridal Wear too?

Mother’s Day is sneaking up fast! Go to Unique Vintage today and order your Mother’s Day gift Now!

I received the item mentioned above in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own and I did not receive compensation for this post.