On a Budget: Anthropologie Spring 2013

I have two awesome giveaways happening right now!  Enter to win jewelry and ad space!

It's been awhile since I've done an On a Budget post where I've shown you guys cheap(er) Anthropologie look-a-likes.  In this edition, I tackle some of Anthropologie's new arrivals.

Cherie Chevron Dress Frugal Options by veggielawyer

How can you pass up some good old fashion chevron?!

Pavani Maxi Dress Frugal Option by veggielawyer

It actually wasn't too hard to find a floral mullet dress.  Florals and high-low dresses are everywhere this season!

Garden Party Halter Dress Frugal Option by veggielawyer 

Everyone needs a semi-fancy floral dress.  Great for day time weddings!

Chameli Maxi Dress Frugal Option by veggielawyer 

I don't know what to call this.  Floral mirror image pattern?  That sounds pretty accurate.

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Look What I Got: Banana Republic Mad Men Collection (finally)

I have two awesome giveaways happening right now!  Enter to win jewelry and ad space!

Dress: Banana Republic Mad Men Collection (options below) | Shoes: BCBG via Marshall's (similar,worn) | 

Bracelets: Bauble Bar & Groopdealz (similar here & here, worn) | 

Earrings: Rocks Box | Necklace Banana Republic (worn)

So, I bought this dress what seems like ages ago.  I've worn it an awkward amount of of times to work.  My co-workers are probably sick of it by now.  Yes, I assume that my office revolves around my fashion choices.  
This patterned shift dress is perfect to throw on when you need to look professional, but don't feel so professional.  Or if you just want to camouflage the mid section.  The secret to a good shift dress is to make sure it has a slightly defined waist.  Wait, now that I have done this whole post about a patterned shift dress....I am wondering...is this actually a sheath dress? I have no idea.  

Update: Since this is the Look What I Got link up, I should also mention that I got this dress with a 30% off coupon within 2 days of the collection coming out.  I saved that coupon for a few weeks because it did not exclude the Mad Men Collection.  Every BR coupon that came out while the collection was in stores excluded it!!! 

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What I Wore Wednesday: Where Can I Wear This?

A Line Daisy Dress: Forever 21 | Jacket: Old Navy (worn) | Shoes: LC for Kohl's (worn)

Bracelet & Rings: LC for Kohl's (worn) | Earrings: TJ Maxx

So, when I brought home this pale yellow dress with floral detail at the waist, the Scot's first response was, "Where are you going to wear that?"  My response?  "Every where!"

I actually did wear it to Easter dinner with my family.  And, just to spite the Scot, I have worn it out to dinner, to the movies and even grocery shopping.

So will you be getting your own little yellow dress to wear on the couch with your cats out this summer?

Here are some options....all under $100!

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In the Caboodle: Lip Tar

Lip Tar by veggielawyer 

One of my newest obsessions is Lip Tar.  It's a mixture between a lip gloss and a lip stick.  The name is apt because this stuff puts quite a coating on your lips.  I've worn it for 6 hours without reapplying (with eating and drinking).  Yeah, it's that amazing.  I do have a few recommendations for application stemming from my experiences.   1. Use a lip primer!  Seriously, this stuff will stain your lips.  I use Pixi's lip primer.  However, chapstick works just as well.
2. Use sparingly.  One or two small dots on each lip.  A very little goes a long way with this stuff.  It's worth the $18!
3. Apply with a small brush.  Invest in a nice little lip brush.  I like this one from Sephora.  Every tube of Tar also comes with a little brush that does the job.  But, seriously, use the smallest brush possible.  You are going to want to make sure you don't color outside the lines with this stuff.  You will have a tinted face.
4. Remove completely before going to bed.  You will wake up with some on your pillow case and bits of it still clinging to your lips.  I recommend olive oil to remove it.  Well, actually, the lady in Sephora recommended olive oil.  I'm just passing the tip along to you.
So, will you be using Lip Tar?  If not, what's your choice for a long lasting lip color?
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Weekend Update: Birthday Freebies and Discounts (and a giveaway!)

If you like my bracelet in this post you can enter to win one here (or another bauble of your choice)

Shirt: J. Crew (similar, worn) | Skirt: Forever 21 (similar) | Stone Fan Necklace: J. Crew Factory

Silk Knot Bracelet: Brighthouse Baubles (worn) | Watch: Michael Kors (similar)

Bag: Kate Spade | Shoes: J. Crew via Plato's Closet (worn, similar) | Sunnies: c/o Firmoo

This weekend I journeyed around collecting my birthday discounts and freebies.  (In a skirt that was maybe a little too short)  It's a magical time of year.

I started off the morning with my free birthday drink from Starbucks.  All you need to get yours is to sign up for a Starbucks card.  And my favorite birthday perk...15% off at Anthropologie.  I snagged some pretty nice goodies off the sale rack (not that one...that's still full price)

The Sephora birthday freebie never disappoints.  This year it was a package from Benefit featuring mascara and a highlighter.

I used my $10 from Victoria's Secret to get a new primer ($8 out of pocket).  I used my $20 birthday credit from Vera Bradley to get a bangle ($18 out of pocket).  I put my $10 DSW birthday reward towards some bird print platforms ($20 out of pocket).  And I used my $15 birthday reward from Banana Republic for some goodies as well (nothing specific pictured).  I maybe did a little more shopping than just with my bday discounts...hehe. 

And now I'd like to introduce you to one of my fabulous sponsors....who also has a giveaway for you!

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Hey I'm Ashley from Wannabe green, I'm not your typical Stay at Home Mom that strives to be Betty Crocker or Martha Stewart.  I already know how to cook and crafts have always been my thing.  I'd rather be a housewife with a rock'in bod, cute kids, hot husband, with tons of shoes and saving the planet one recycled can at a time

So that's what I write about Healthy Snacks, "Green" Alternatives, and Daily Life in my crazy little world.

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