Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Fancy Footwork


After an 80 degree yesterday here in New York, I think it's finally safe to say that summer is right around the corner. Even though I love my heeled sandals & wedge espadrilles, there are so many chic flat options available that there's no reason to sacrifice comfort for style.  I've rounded up my top favorite neutral pairs below (all affordably-priced) and matched them up with coordinating Essie polishes...so you can get your feet summer ready!


1) Mossimo Supply Co. Sandals (on clearance!) + Essie Blanc
7) Gap Perforated Sandals (25% off w/ code GAPSUMMER) + Essie Boom Boom Room

Marshall's $100 Giveaway



I'm thrilled to share with you this week's amazing giveaway, thanks to the lovely ladies over at Cult of Progression. They are offering a $100 Marshall's gift card to one lucky PPF reader!  Here are just a few of my favorite Marshall's finds - the entire outfit on the left was only $100, this heart-print blouse is a dead ringer for the more expensive J. Crew option & these designer snakeskin pumps were almost 50% off the retail price!  Read on below for how you can enter to win...


HOW TO ENTER:
(Must be 18 years old to enter - open to all readers)

1) Follow PPF on at least one of these platforms: FacebookTwitter or BlogLovin
2) Follow Cult of Progression on Twitter
3) Leave a comment below with your name and/or email address so we can reach you if you win

Extra entry (1 for each):
3) Follow Cult of Progression on Facebook 
4) Follow PPF on Instagram

This giveaway will close on May 27th at 11:59pm EST and I'll announce a randomly selected winner the following day.  Good luck!

Monday, May 20, 2013

Relaxed Saturday



Some of the best weekends, in my opinion, are the ones where we have no plans at all.  There is nothing better than being able to sleep in, head down to the farmer's market to shop & end the afternoon at a nearby park for a picnic. This bag has quickly become my new favorite tote for such trips because it's so roomy & the sturdy reclaimed leather straps allow me to stuff it as full as I want.  Plus, I love the cool surplus vintage style...it's one of the few bags I own that my husband doesn't mind holding for me!






What I'm wearing:
TinselTown Denim Couture Jacket (similar here or here), MNG by Mango tank (here), Forever 21 pants (similar), Old Navy sandals (similar here or here), c/o Lily + Violet bag (here), Bracelets: Vintage, H&M (similar), c/o Tailor & Stylist (here), Vintage necklaces, Simply Vera by Vera Wang aviators (similar)

Friday, May 17, 2013

Thursday Friday Giveaway


This week's giveaway is from a brand that I was introduced to while at Lucky FABB West last month.  You may remember me sharing the story of them giving me a matching bag for my daughter (here).  Thursday Friday makes the most adorable & creatively designed bags you have ever seen.  And since this is the time of year when we all need that perfect carry-all, I have partnered with them to give away one of their fabulous totes!  

Even better, they are offering an exclusive discount for PPF readers - just use code PENNYPINCHER at checkout to receive 30% off your purchase through the end of May (excludes sale items).  Take a look at these fun options and then read on below for how you can enter to win:




HOW TO ENTER:
(Must be 18 years old & a US resident)

1) Follow PPF on at least one of these platforms: FacebookTwitter or BlogLovin
2) Like Thursday Friday on Facebook
3) Leave a comment below & share with us which style from Thursday Friday you'd choose if you win

This giveaway will close on May 20th at 11:59pm and I'll announce a randomly selected winner the following day.  Good luck!

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Bright White



White denim is undoubtedly a summer essential...but unfortunately, the perfect pair can be really hard to find.  I've tried on dozens of styles that were too thin & almost see-through (not a good look) and others that didn't have the right balance of structure + stretch to them.  Since I am pear-shaped, for years I stayed away from this shade of denim because I thought it would only further emphasize my larger lower half.  But, it's true what they say - it is all about the fit!  

This cropped pair were a dream come true for me - a flawless fit, comfortable and surprisingly flattering.  Though they are a boyfriend shape, I sized down for more of a "skinny" look and I've been wearing them nonstop ever since.  I decided to share two of my favorite ways to style them - one casual day look and one slightly more polished.  If you've been afraid of white jeans in the past, like I was, I encourage you to give these a try - I promise you won't be disappointed (they also come in short & long lengths)!


What I'm wearing:
Dorothy Perkins blouse (here; use code DPFWE for 20% off), Gap blazer (similar), c/o Old Navy jeans (on sale here), Pour La Victoire heels via Marshall's (on sale here or here), c/o T+J Designs cuff (similar), c/o Send the Trend clutch (here), Nails: Sally Hansen Mint Sorbet





What I'm wearing:
c/o Sheinside blouse (similar), c/o Old Navy scarf (here) & jeans (here), ALDO sandals (similar here or here), c/o JustFab bag (here), Michael Kors watch (similar), Bracelets: c/o Stella & Dot (here) & Forever 21 (similar), Ray-Ban wayfarers (similar)

This post is sponsored by Old Navy
 Check out Old Navy's latest fashion lineup in store or online at oldnavy.com. 
 
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