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This Holiday Season, Eat Your Heart Out and Still Look Swell, Without Looking ‘Swollen’ Oh my! Is it that time again? All of a sudden I am hearing Perry Como, from the 1958 recording, gently crooning “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” in the background. The kids are all sweetly tucked under fleece…
Say hello to Marie, who is guest posting for us today to share a little insight on plus size fashion! Introduction: “When I bumped into The Fashionable Housewife on Twitter, I knew it could only mean positive things! Sarah-Jean has invited me to share with you, my fashionable insights, for the Plus Size Fashionable woman,…
I just started reading Twilight. (I know, a little late to the game on that one.) It’s a totally enjoyable, guilty pleasure read, but I probably wouldn’t have picked it up if it weren’t for the overwhelming vampire takeover going on in pop culture. Any trend that burns this bright is destined to crash hard…
I have to admit that I grew up in a rather proper home, with a proper mother who knew how to set the table just so, and how to use which spoon when and with what. However, as proper as my own mother was, my grandmother was even more so. My grand-mother, having been born…
Picture of me wearing the new Twisted Silver Elizabeth Necklace with my Rachel Pally Tunic Dress and a comfy boyfriend sweater from Victoria’s Secret. This eclectic and almost Victorian styled necklace is the perfect addition to your Fall wardrobe. It looks like a vintage piece you might have scored at a thrift store, yet it…
Last week, when I was doing research for my post about Chic & Eco Friendly Handbags for Fall 2009I came across these to-die-for reusable steel water bottles from Cool Canteens. I first saw them on Celery Street, a neat little site that offers a nice selection of eco-friendly, recycled, reused, and refurbished gifts, housewares, and…
Stylish Busy Mom by thehousewife featuring Sofft Vittoria This is the perfect outfit for a busy, but still very stylish, mom on the go. Chic, pulled-together and very comfortable, I’ve chosen each piece of this outfit with the busy mom’s budget and lifestyle in mind. Start with a fabulous and super comfortable blouse like the…
Feel the love with boho-inspired pieces this Fall. Looking like a hippie is “in” this season… as long as you look like a rich hippie! Look for rich paisley prints in multicolor, jewel or earth tones. Embroidered details give your outfit a homespun look. Flowy dresses, embroidered tunics, paisley prints and maxi dresses worn with…
Photo above from www.beautifulhairstyles.com Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep…
Beauty.com is at it again, this time offering a one-of-a-kind gift with purchase, continuing its popular designer bag series. The newest designer bag collaboration from Beauty.com highlights a travel bag trio featuring zippered compartments in three shapes: a triangle, square, and circle that can be carried individually or as a set. The circle is a…
Last week, I introduced you gals to off-price retail through my post about the supreme awesomeness of TJ Maxx. I loved reading all your stories about why you love TJ Maxx, and what great bargains you’ve scored there! As I shared, TJ Maxx has always been a favorite shopping location of mine- but I’ll be…
If you frequent Wal-Mart or are a savvy value shopper, you’ve probably at least seen All You Magazine. However, if you’ve seen it… You’ve probably read it. All the great coupons, deals, recipes, and advice filled articles are hard to resist! Recently, the folks at all you decided to re-vamp their website, in order to…
The Final Sale is probably like one of the best things that happens on Rue La La! 36 top brands, up to 75% off, all in one giant boutique. It’s seriously like Christmas in there! Everything you want, at prices you can actually afford. Sale starts at 11am ET! If you aren’t a member of…
Black and white has always been high fashion. Its CLASSIC! You can pick up choice pieces for your wardrobe and wear them over and over again. The beauty of black and white fashion is that it can be clean and professional but also edgy and cool. Pick up that black and white pencil skirt that…
Photo above from www.beautifulhairstyles.com Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep your hair…
Building your ideal wardrobe can be tricky when you are on a budget, especially when it’s not just you that you need to clothe. A smart woman looks for deals, discounts, coupons and more in order to save her money on her favorite clothes, accessories, trinkets and make-up. Always looking for a bargain is not…