How To Add Glam On A Budget

As the frugal fashionista that I am, finding great deals is definitely my thing. I get so many outfit questions and most people are surprised to learn where I shop the most: not the expensive brand name stores that you’d expect from a fashion blogger but the well-priced stores that offer good quality at good prices. It’s all about how out take a simple dress, customize it and make it your own. Add a little glam to your style, even on a budget! Here’s how to take an $8 dress and make it look like an $80 dress…

Tips and Tricks on how to add Easy style to your outfit

It’s all about the accessories. I rarely splurge on clothes because they go in and out of style so frequently. However, I do spend a little extra on great accessories: jewelry, purses, hats and shoes. Accessories can be worn much more frequently than a single outfit and they don’t go out of style as quickly. I recently found this cute little dress at Old Navy as a flash sale for $8 and couldn’t wait to wear it on my summer vacation to Port Stanley, Ontario.

Tips:

Choose a necklace that’s appropriate for the look you want. Statement necklaces show off a more formal, dressy look. Long necklaces are often more casual.
Sun hats and sunglasses are great at pulling a summer outfit together.
Use a large scarf to double as a shawl for cooler evenings instead of a jacket.
Stack multiple bracelets on your wrist for elegant arm candy.
Choose an appropriate heel. I am a lover of flats but heels are a must for special evenings out.
Splurge on a great purse! It’s an everyday items that is worth the money. You can still grab a great sale too!
Wear lipstick. It seems silly but it is such an easy way to add some glam!

As you can see, this adorable little swing dress that cost less than $10 turned out to be such a great little addition to my summer wardrobe. It could be great for the day, hanging around with the kids, a date night with your hubby or even used as a bathing suit cover up! Change up the accessories to easily get different looks!

To help you out, here a few links to my exact outfit details:

Prescription aviator sunglasses are from GlassifyMe! Use coupon code KRISTIN25 for 25% off.

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