Thirsty Thursdays

So it is “Thirsty Thursday” ™ and you and your lady friends are hankering for a much-deserved drink. Unfortunately, your makeup bag looks crusty, your wardrobe drab and your wallet is…well, empty. I remember in 6th grade my dad would give me my allowance for yard work on Sundays. It was usually about $10.00. I would rush to the mall with my sister and buy a bag of tacky fashion goodies. Jelly bracelet’s and pink lip-gloss was the bomb! I never broke my budget because it wasn’t an option. I just didn’t have any more money. So I would strategically tour the stores and chose as many items as possible for $10.00. Now I know inflation has turned that $10.00 into $40.00, but the concept is the same. This week’s “Thirsty Thursday” is about going back to the basics. First off all pull out your favourite pair of jeans. If they are dirty…I don’t care…throw them in the dryer. Come on girl’s were in a recession just pretend your in the dorm again it is fine! Next, pull out your favourite go-to white or brown T-shirt, whatever makes you feel sexy and comfortable. Ok. It is time to go shopping! First stop…Claire’s Boutique! I know “cringe!” But girl’s accessories are the key to making an old wardrobe look new and when it comes to earrings Claire’s is a gold mind…and come on, how fun to reminisce being 12 again! These etched hoop earrings are fantastic and neutral. They have a bit of texture but they are not too cheesy and they are only. $6.50! http://www.claires.com/catalog.asp?rcid=31&scid=32 Next Stop….The Limited. This multi-strand ethnic necklace is $29.50 and the vibrant color will pop on any basic T-shirt. Plus, The Limited has a buy 2 get one free sale! So if you and two girl friends go shopping, you could easily turn this $29.50 price into $19.50 before tax. http://www.thelimited.com/detail/multi-strand-ethnic-necklace/1482153
Now that you’re accessorized it is time to splash some color on your face! Let’s hit the local drugstore! Eye shadows are another great way to make an old outfit look new! Purples, greens, blues, and golds can make YOUR EYES and YOUR ACCESSORIES stand out when you are wearing a basic T-shirt. Revlon’s Illuminance Crème Shadows are fantastic! They are $6.49 at most drugstores and can be worn alone to pop color or for a more dramatic effect you can layer. http://www.revlon.com/ProductCatalog/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=51 Now, every girl needs movie star cheekbones. Since I travel a lot for closetkarma.com I have been blessed with working with some of the most talented makeup artists around. I was astonished when my make up artist and friend Mandy of, http://www.tmink.com in DC told me about this next fab find…IT IS WET AND WILD! Talk about 12 years old again! Wet and Wild’s Mega Glo is beyond amazing and cheap! You can obtain a dramatic bronze from it or subtle blush if you like and it is $3.99! Don’t just take my word for it. Check out one of my favourite beauty-blogs, Bella Sugar, if you don’t believe me! http://www.bellasugar.com/1835716
Finally, finish your outfit off with a fantastic pair of shoes or a bright color cardigan. If you don’t have either in your closet it is time to phone a friend! This outfit is so basic yet sexy I guarantee any of your gal pals will have something you can shop in their closet for. Plus ladies, I don’t have to remind you we are on a budget, so I highly recommend a little “pre-partying” at one of your houses while you get ready. It will save you cash both on your outfit and your evening’s bar tab!

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Kara

Love your website ! Thanks for the Vino tips and the Budget Vino card. Choosing the right wine is always something I worry about but now I've got my Vino To Go card and it is tucked into my beautiful Solas wallet.