HOLIDAY SAVINGS & IDEAS for that FASHION DIVA

The Holidays are quickly approaching us. Hard to believe it's already November. Are you like me, trying to figure out the cheapest way to look good & to spend less on Christmas? Well, we are in the same boat, so...let's help each other out.

How to save on your Holiday Outfits?

1. EBay ( A lot of people are listing their Holiday outfits in eBay right now. Don't feel like you have to shop just from one person (although you can get combined shipping offers). Look for the deals & Auctions that are closing at crazy times. Like when...people are sleeping, at work, holidays...etc.
You can visit my store: I am adding Holiday items right now at low prices for all ages! Here are a few examples.

  http://www.ebay.com/itm/GYMBOREE-FAMILY-PORTRAIT-Corduroy-DRESS-LOT-SET-Sz-3-GIRLS-/180753176023?pt=US_Childrens_Clothing_Girls&hash=item2a15ba95d7 Gymboree Corduroy dress sz. 3

 http://www.ebay.com/itm/SONOMA-Holiday-JUMPER-Snowman-VELOUR-DRESS-Sz-5-GIRLS-/170726436349?pt=US_Childrens_Clothing_Girls&hash=item27c016adfd  Sonoma Holiday Jumper Sz. 5

 http://www.ebay.com/itm/CHARLOTTE-RUSSE-BEADS-CAMI-TOP-SHIRT-TANK-LARGE-LG-L-/170721828408?pt=US_CSA_WC_Shirts_Tops&hash=item27bfd05e38 Holiday Beaded Cami from Charlotte Russe  Large.


 http://www.ebay.com/itm/CHARLOTTE-RUSSE-Dressy-SIDE-SLEEVE-Shirt-MEDIUM-MED-M-/180748732410?pt=US_CSA_WC_Shirts_Tops&hash=item2a1576c7fa Charlotte russe Dressy top sz. MED.

Visit my store for more great deals on Holiday items. http://stores.ebay.com/FOREVER-A-TEEN?_trksid=p4340.l2563

I also have quite a few listed on Facebook that are not on here yet. You can buy directly from my facebook using Pay pal. http://www.facebook.com/#!/Forever.A.Teen

Now onto Goodwill...

2. Goodwill: You can find super cute tops for less than $4.00. You may have to search through them but, it's so worth it.

3. Thrift Stores: You can sometimes find almost new tops for less than $2.00. Remember they wash!

4. Clearance: Clothes don't last on the racks for to long. So be patient! Wait till they go on clearance. If you can find a cute Cami on clearance. You can search for a sweater on sale. Like the old saying...Patience is a virtue. Keep going back. More than likely...that top will go on sale or clearance.

These are a lot of the things I do to save so, I can look good for the holidays.

Now onto Saving....shopping for presents.

1. Keep an eye out for Sales in the Sunday sales flyer's.
2. Shop eBay...you never know what unique items you may find.
Visit my store for savings: http://stores.ebay.com/FOREVER-A-TEEN
3. If you don't have a Facebook acct. You need to get one!  A lot of people sell items on Facebook now. Most accept pay pal.
4. Look on eBay for coupons you can buy, if you don't have one. It's worth it if you buy a 20% off coupon for $5.00 and spend $300 dollars. You will get $60.00 off minus the $5.00 you spent. Total savings $55.00. A lot of people sell coupons on eBay.
5. Get up and go Black Friday shopping. You would not believe the savings you can find. If you haven't tried it, it's a must!

Hope you enjoyed my savings ideas. Keep an eye out for my next blog. It will be on how to organize and save on Black Friday?

WINTER FASHION SAVINGS ~WHAT WILL YOU WEAR?

So, winter is right around the corner. I know you are thinking...I'm so excited! NOT! Well, it's going to happen so, we might as well take it all in! So, what will you wear? Have you already went shopping & stocked up your closet with those cute clothes? Well, as you know...I am all about saving money. So here are some of my **WINTER FASHION IDEAS**.

1. If you want to save money but look cute, go to Consignment shops, Ebay Stores, Thrift Stores, or wait until the day after thanksgiving (Black Friday). I know a lot of us that have Ebay stores will also have some great deals going. So, make sure you visit them. Here is a link to mine> http://stores.ebay.com/FOREVER-A-TEEN?_rdc=1

2. What styles are out there and what can you find in my ebay store? Well first of all. Here are a few cute TOPS & Accessories I currently have in my store that would look great. (I am always adding more items & would love your input of what you would like to see in my store.)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAG-HARBOR-Womens-SWEATER-TOP-SHIRT-Juniors-MEDIUM-MED-M-/170721828407?pt=US_CSA_WC_Sweaters&hash=item27bfd05e37

 http://www.ebay.com/itm/ST-JOHNS-BAY-WOMENS-Petite-CORDUROY-Green-JACKET-Sz-PS-PETITE-SMALL-/180745137879?pt=US_CSA_WC_Outerwear&hash=item2a153feed7

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAURA-ASHLEY-WOMENS-JUNIORS-TOP-SHIRT-SZ-2X-/170717305881?pt=US_CSA_WC_Shirts_Tops&hash=item27bf8b5c19

http://www.ebay.com/itm/GOLD-Buckle-SATCHEL-Side-SADDLE-BAG-Purse-Super-cute-/170717386414?pt=US_CSA_WH_Handbags&hash=item27bf8c96ae

http://www.ebay.com/itm/WORTHINGTON-Stretch-JUNIOR-WOMENS-Striped-CAREER-Top-SHIRT-SMALL-Sm-S-/180748732412?pt=US_CSA_WC_Shirts_Tops&hash=item2a1576c7fc


CLUTCHES ARE IN and would look great with these two tops above.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-Vinyl-CLUTCH-PURSE-BAG-WALLET-Super-cute-ZIP-TOP-WRIST-STRAP-/170693470563?pt=US_CSA_WH_Handbags&hash=item27be1fa963

Or go more casual with this Candies turtleneck top.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CANDIES-Womens-Juniors-TURTLNECK-TOP-Shirt-Medium-Med-/180721366641?pt=US_CSA_WC_Shirts_Tops&hash=item2a13d53671  25 % OFF right now!


So, these are just a few cute styles, Be who you want to be! Save money on a budget!

I hope that you decide that looking good doesn't have to cost a lot to. Save money...don't spend a lot. Styles go in and out way to fast to spend a lot. In my store, you will save on the cute styles you are looking for & You will look good to!

Visit my store & take time to become a fan on facebook. I update you with the Fashion tips & Newer listings!

My Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Forever.A.Teen
My Ebay: http://stores.ebay.com/FOREVER-A-TEEN?_trksid=p4340.l2563

What do you think I should add to my store? Give me some ideas...I would love your input.

ARE YOU BORED WITH THE SAME OLD CLOTHES?

I use to be this person that would buy NEW clothes every year. I would tell myself, "it's ok I spent the money on it." I will wear this next year! How many of us do that? Realistically, you will be bored next year, and it will be sitting in your closet.

So, here is my idea for you; Buy pre owned. You will spend a lot less, will be less likely to be wearing your best friends top that she has on & you will not feel so bad when you spend alittle extra on those cute shoes you want. I use to think I had to spend that extra on the name brand items.

Well guess what? Most people have no clue, what or who your top was named after. Unless they ask, they will never know. If you want the name brand's buy pre owned. You will save a ton. Then you can do like I do, re sell it on ebay and make money off the top you purchased pre owned. It's crazy but, it works.

Where can you find pre owned clothing?

1. My ebay store ofcourse. :D I have a wonderful pick of Tops ( a lot of them are name brand), clothing & accessories.
2. Visit your local consingment store, thrift store or even goodwill.
3. Have a swap party with your friends. Set a rate for those that want to attend & a limit to how many items you can bring, then swap clothes. You will save a ton of money doing that & your old clothes will be filled with the new to you pre owned clothes.

If you're ready for that change...buy pre owned & fill up that boring closet.

Would you buy pre owned or do you have to have New with tags?

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FALL ORGANZING ~ GETTING YOUR CLOSET READY FOR FALL

Are you ready for fall? I am getting there. Would you like some advice on how to get your closet ready for fall? Here are a few easy to do ideas.

Clean out the closets, treat your closets like you are spring cleaning. But, what exactly should you clean?

1. Clean out your old clothes, you know you will not wear. Quit thinking, I may wear this someday. I have done that many of times. It just doesn't work. My closet seems to get fuller and fuller.

What should you do with those clothes, you don't want? Well, if you are looking to make money, you have a few options.  (1). Take them to goodwill and get a tax slip. (2). Sell them on eBay (only the fall/winter stuff for now). (3). Take them to a local consignment shop, you can make money if they sell. (4). Donate them to a thrift store, like helping hands.

    2. Get rid of the shoes you don't wear. If they look gross, THROW THEM AWAY! Don't be afraid of     buying used shoes to replace your old ones. You can use anti bacterial wipes to clean the inside. You never know what unique pair of shoes you may find, that are used. It's so fun!

    3. Look for outfits and put them together in your closet. I actually go to consignment shops, look on eBay or search for clearance clothes. If I find a cute top at one place, I search for a matching piece to go with it at another, than jewelry. Consignment shops are awesome! You will save money. eBay is one of my favorite online places, well of course having a store...makes me shop even more on eBay.

    4. If you are still in love with a lot of your purses. Put some nails or hooks in your closet and hang them up. It will make it a ton easier to find them. That's where mine are right now. Hanging on the wall. I love switching out my purses. Oh by the way, one of my favorite purses is from a consignment shop. Her name is Connie. Yes, I have a friend of mine that names her purses and she named mine. It's a super cute red purse, and it was clean on the inside. If you are concerned about germs, get the anti bacterial wipes, and wipe them out. In this economy it's about saving! So, look on eBay, consignment shops, thrift stores, and more. You can find, great deals, low prices and unique items...no one else has. I love used now!

So, these are just a few ideas. If you have any additional ideas, you would like to share. Please feel free to tell. Also, check out my eBay store for some great finds also. http://stores.ebay.com/FOREVER-A-TEEN