What NYC Recessionista Wears: red and blue makes purple
Earlier this week I decided to mix red, blue AND purple together in the same outfit. I really like to live right on that proverbial edge. Ross Simon pearl earrings…
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What NYC Recessionista Wears: Holiday Party
Yesterday, I had a small holiday party to attend at work — a lovely lunch with everyone in my department. We’re in the midst of a deep freeze in NYC,…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: stretchy skirt
On Thursday, I broke out a new skirt … one that I had scored during Black Friday weekend at Target on clearance for $13. It’s stretchy. Need I say more?…
NYC Recessionista Roundup: Fancy Pants
Have you noticed that lately, pants in rich, luxurious fabrics and totally fancy patterns have popped up everywhere?! They’re one of the biggest trends this holiday season, too … simply…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: Purple Reign
Bold, rich sweaters are a lot of fun to wear on dreary days … Ross Simon pearl earrings (similar) / Ruche bib necklace (similar) / J. Crew tippi sweater /…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: Timex Weekender
I’ve always had a special connection to Timex watches … my grandfather, who passed away last September at the age of 95, had one of those old school Timex watches…
NEW ARRIVALS – LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s
One of my favorite affordable lines from a celeb is the LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s collection. It’s full of feminine touches and easy to wear basics. Here are some…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: fair isle
I really love fair isle … it’s such a classically preppy knit. Makes me feel studious. Forever 21 pave earrings (similar) / Old Navy polka dot chambray button-down / J.…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: grays and greens
Yesterday was one of those days. I was running around out of the office for the majority of the day. And that calls for a pair of super comfortable moto…
The New Nine-to-Five with Modcloth
Have you checked out the new Private Label collection from Modcloth? It’s chock full of amazing pieces designed by their new in-house brands. To celebrate, they’ve challenged me to take one…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: Tuesday Blues
Yesterday I was feeling the blues … well, navy ANYWAY. Gold stud earrings by NansGlam on Etsy (similar) / LOFT polka dot top / Gap cardigan / watch c/o Caravelle by…
Instant Outfit: Crewneck sweater + patterned pants + ankle boots
If you want an effortless — and yet impossibly chic — outfit this fall that takes about two seconds to put together, then try pairing a crewneck sweater with patterned…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: dots on dots
Greetings from the land of the eternal summer … fall still hasn’t made a proper appearance yet this season, and I am starting to think Mother Nature may skip over…
9 Perfect tights for fall
It’s finally tights season, ladies! Here are 9 perfect pairs for fall. (Design by NYC Recessionista; images courtesy of retailers as follows) -left to right- Top Row: Modcloth faux over…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: deco belt
There are just some pieces that instantly become the star of your outfit. In this case … it’s this insanely fabulous art deco belt. Drop earrings c/o New York &…