snap sparkle pop
By now, you've caught on to the fact that I love statement jewelry. Festive, bright earrings
are a great way to add a little glamour to your attire. Don't be afraid to add some bling to
your ensembles in 2012. Here are 24 affordable pieces to choose from. Happy New Year!
under $50:
metal and pleats
Alexa Chung looks effortlessly chic at the Burberry Paris Boutique Opening in metallic
heels and her pleated midi dress. Her look is perfect for holiday cocktails or your next girls
night out. Here's how you can get her look:
put your party dress on
This holiday party season, dress up or go home. Here are twenty-four festive and affordable
options for you to choose from for your next holiday soiree. Pick your favorite party dress,
throw on your dancing shoes and you'll be ready to go.
under $50:
makes me blush
Lauren Conrad's paired her pleated maxi with a boyfriend cardi and tan platforms at a
Kohl's shopping even in Los Angeles. Her look is understated and elegant and perfect for
your next daytime holiday event. Here's how you can get her look:
move over marilyn
Michelle Williams may portray retro-beauty Marilyn Monroe flawlessly but it's her style
that really makes her shine. Here she is in a striped tee, contrasting blazer and wayfarers,
looking effortlessly chic. Here's how you can get her look:
leopard and leather
Kate Mara adds a little rock 'n roll to her chic ensemble by pairing a simple white tee
and nude pumps with a little and leather. Her outfit at the launch of Michael Kor's new
Robertson boutique is perfect for a night out with the girls or date night. Here's how you
can get her look:
denim with the furrr
Talented model and actress, Monet Mazur rocks denim and fur (faux, of course) while
running errands in Los Angeles. Her street style is glamorous (i.e. the fur) and laid-back
(obviously, the denim). She adds personal flair to her ensemble with white aviators and
a bold print clutch. Here's how you can too:
ladylike charm
Whoever Kirsten Dunst's new stylist is, she's killing it with ladylike silhouettes and retro-
inspired ensembles. Here is Ms. Dunst at "Good Morning America" in a floral sheath, cap
toe pumps and cherry red jacket. And, here's how you can get her look:
shiny disco ball
No one does grungy chic like Ms. Kate Moss. Here she is at the 20th Anniversary Party of
Dazed and Confused Magazine in a shimmery, "can-we-have-a-dance-party!!" ensemble.
There's no better way to add a little glamour to an entirely black outfit then with a hint of
sparkle. Here's how you can too:
purple with a side of plaid
Put aside the orange, black, and leopard, purple is the new jean on the block. Naomi
Watts demonstrates exactly how this particular shade of denim can be both flirty-chic and
uptown-tough by pairing it with a plaid blazer and leather boots. Here's how you can too:
all that glitters
There's no better way to feel festive during the holidays then by adding a little sparkle to
your winter wardrobe. This season, add that sparkle by pairing a sequined clutch or bag
with your outfit. Here are 16 glamourous clutches for your pleasure and as always, they are
all under $100:
under $50:
orange in neutral territory
Transformers superstar by night, Victoria's Secret supermodel by day, Rosie Huntington-
Whiteley has enviable personal style night and day. She even travels like a rockstar in her
leather jacket, black denim, oversized sunglasses, bright orange bag and suede boots.
Here's how you can travel like a fashionista too:
hot pink with a hint of lime
Emma Stone pairs hot pink with lime for an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Her look is modern, fun and perfect for your next night out. Here are 3 different ways for
you to get her look:
look 1:
look 2:
look 3:
As promised, Riches for Rags is hosting our first giveaway now that we've reached over
100 fans on facebook. For a chance to win this Lenora Dame necklace, please leave a
comment below describing how you would style this necklace and like Riches for Rags on
facebook as well. The winner will be selected next Tuesday, November 1.
fun fall knits
Spruce up your wardrobe with one (or more) of these 20 fall pullovers/sweaters/knits
(whichever noun you prefer). Of course, every piece is under $100! Also, if any of you any
styling questions about how to wear your sweater or what to pair it with, please feel free
to email me at richesforrags@gmail.com.
under $70:
sequins and flares
Nothing says you're ready for a fancy takeoff like sequins and flares. Zoe Saldana does
just that at the opening of the Ian Schrager's new hotel, Public Chicago, in a sequin jacket
and flare trousers by Chloe. Here's how you can too:
the lnd, the little nude dress
The little nude dress (the lnd) is a sexy alternative to the little black dress. Eva Amurri
(Susan Sarandon's starlet daughter who you may recognize from Californication) rocks
the lnd at the Vanity Fair private dinner in LA and here's how you can too:
everyday girl everyday street style
Meet Mayra, author of the gritty, and fabulous lifestyle blog - Life is Bananas. Mayra,
aka Bananas, has personal style that combines ultra high-glam, downtown chic, and
classic casual. Here she is headed to her boyfriend's (you should read her blog to hear
their story) birthday party, mixing sequins with nudes and neon to create quite the festive
ensemble. Here's how you can get her look:
polka dots and studs
Isla Fisher, aka Borat's wifey, is not only a great female comedian (who else could give
Vince Vaungh a run for his money in Wedding Crashers?), she's also a mini (have you seen
her standing next to her husband?), Australian fashionista as well. Here she is in her
casual, perfect-for-running-errands polka dots and studs and how you can get her look:
skinny jeans with a twist
Animal print jeans aren't for everyone, but they add a spicy twist to the classic jeans and
tee ensemble. Add motorcycle boots and wayfarers like Emily Blunt, and it's very rock and
roll. Here's how you can get her look:
your new suede shoes
To complete your fall wardrobe, you must get a pair of suede booties. Be it wedged, heeled
or even flat, this is a wardrobe essential this season. Here are 20 great options to choose
from and as always, everything is under $100!
under $50:
