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Frizzy Hair, Funky Dress

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A funky vintage floral dress that may or may not be a bathing suit is lightweight enough to stand the summer heat. Built-in bloomers a big fat plus.

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Style Shiznat

The ‘All Pants $2.99′ Rack

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Trovata wide leg corduroy pants and crazy 80s pants on Goodwill’s $2.99 rack. 80s pants channel a pair of sweats my uncle still wears.

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Oy Vey

American Apparel Rummage Sale Heavy on the Ridiculousness

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So, American Apparel’s having a Rummage Sale online (thanks to reader Lisa for the tip ). Monumental? Yes. Reasonably priced? The bulk of the items are $5-$10, so Heck Yes. But what of the selection?

When I’m faced with a tempting $5, $10, $15 sale of this ilk, I like to play

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Diy

Ridiculously Fun Party, Ridiculously Fun Outfit

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A long floral vintage Ralph Lauren dress gets shortened into a cocktail dress and paired with black boots. Summer style goes badass.

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Diy

Preppy Top, Scandalous Dress

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How to tone down a potentially slutty dress? Layer a preppy Ralph Lauren boatneck top underneath. DIY satin robe dress from Target.

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The Soapbox

An Ode To The Jersey Girl

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A discussion of Jersey Girl style. Hoop earrings and a badass attitude are all you need to make it yours.

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Style Shiznat

Weather Is A State Of Mind

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A ridiculous vintage-inspired beach coverup brightens an otherwise gloomy winter day.

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Diy

The Art of DIY Bondage Dressing

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Elle magazine says bondage dressing is all the rage. DIY your own bondage dress with a beach coverup from Target and some old pairs of tights cut into strips.

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Goodwill GOLD!

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Thrift stores like Goodwill are a great way to snag vintage pieces on the cheap. Features an 80s era vintage romper.

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Diy

Scissored Cashmere Not A Crime

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A generic cashmere sweater gets an 80s fashion makeover. Scissor it into a cropped off-shoulder top and layer it over a wifebeater tank for full 80s effect.

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Style Shiznat

Crazy Dress, Housing Works Warehouse Sale

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Ahh, the Housing Works’ Warehouse Sale – the gift that keeps on giving, in clothes and in content. The marriage of hot pink and lace in this muumuu-esque blouse/dress thing made including it in my all-you-can-stuff brown bag a no-brainer…but how to wear it? My cup size transforms any un-cinched garment into maternity garb:

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The Soapbox

Why I Heart the Olsen Twins

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Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen embody the best of celebrity style. Boho Chic means donning ripped tights, the bed head hair style and unfinished seams. Liberating!

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Style Shiznat

I Wore a Spanx Unitard and I Think I Liked It

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A Spanx unitard gets layered over a turtleneck and under a pair of shorts. A long underwear-inspired look is the result.

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Oy Vey

American Apparel’s Latest Offenses

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American Apparel overcharges for impractical apparel and accessories. Neon body suits aren’t exactly a fashion must.

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Vintage

Monkey Whistles, Motorbikes, Crazypants

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Military-inspired cargo shorts from Brooklyn vintage boutique Monkey Whistles and Motorbikes (a.k.a. Guvnor’s Vintage). Crazy pants rule.

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Style Shiznat

Questionable Investments

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How to style a denim vest with a button down shirt and wide leg trousers.

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