How to be thrifty on Halloween-

It's not just about being thrifty this time of year, it's also very difficult to be stylish, feminine, creative, and attractive- without being trashy. Here's what I did. Alot of these articles of clothing I used, I had already in my closet. But for the most part, I spent a grand total of roughly $10 on all FIVE outfits. They were all NEW costumes to me. And they were all characters/things I had never been before. Enjoy & Happy Halloween! :)

Costume #1- Bumble Bee

Sisters costume from two years ago.

Costume #2- Wednesday Addams

Thrifted dress/Converse shoes, moms shirt, dads socks.

Costume #3- Minnie Mouse

Romper (F21 last season), "Wizard of Oz" pumps (Marshalls last Winter), ears (thrifted)

Costume #4- Cleopatra

Dress (sister made for me out of a thrifted Queen-size bed sheet), Rope (Sisters room), Wig (from last Winter)

Costume #5- Minnie Mouse (again, re-did)

Ears, dress, sash, black "Mossimo"  wedges (all thrifted throughout the past year)

I didn't do anything the past three years for Halloween- and I do believe I made up for it this year. So tell me, What were you this year for Halloween? 

Sophisticated-

Knee-length dress W/ Open Back $3.99

-Bold Deep Red/Burnt Orange Lip

-Soft Blush

-Defined, Soft Smokey Eye

My Finds-

$2.99 Skirt

$4.99 Skirt

$.99 Shirt

$2.99 Sheer, 3-Button Top

Taking Mommy Thrifting-

Vertical Stripes-

Bold Colors and Patterns Never Hurt Anyone.

...As long as you go less crazy with the rest.

Stand Out with Neutrals-

Two Ways to Stay Neutral and Stand Out-

Hunter Green Slacks, Tan Tank, Mauve Pumps, Cream Clutch, Bold Earrings, Plenty Bangles.

Khaki Pants, Brown Wedges, Tan/White Tank, Brown Belt, Simple Accessories.

*Tanks $2.50 (Forever 21)

*Slacks $22.00 (Forever 21)

Too Hot for Jeans-

Sometimes, pants are too hot. 

White Shorts -$10.99

Pale Pink Off-Shoulder Sheer Top -$7.00

Tan Strap Wedges -$21.99

Peach/Brown/Taupe Clutch -$2.09

Statement Bags-

...Whether it be a bold clutch ($3.06), or a vintage jean backpack ($4.99)

Classy for Ceviches Girls Night-

Ceviches is a local tapas bar and grill. It was my first time going there and we had reservations for 16 of our closest girlfriends. The food, atmosphere, and service was amazing. I chose a silky taupe sleeve-less shirt with a brighter, bold orange knee-length skirt,  belted around the waist with a brown and tan belt, along with some chunky heels.

Totally Neutral Clinique Trio Eye Shadow Pallet 

Clinique Brush-on Gel Eyeliner in "True Black"

Elizabeth Arden wet/dry Powder eyeliner in Onyx (brows)

Mac StudioFX Oil-Free Powder in shade "C4"

Clinique Soft-pressed Powder Blush in "Honey Blush"

Elizabeth Arden Lipstick in "Cream"

Pale Pink & Grey Church Service-

Pale Pink Button-down silk $2.99

Grey Silk-lined Suit Skirt $1.99

Sheer Excellence-

Sheer button-down $.99

7 Jean Shorts $10.99

White Loafers $1.49

Faux Gucci Bag $5.00 

Expandable Two-tone Watch $1.00

Floral-

This floral print dress with draping on one side. Zipped in the back, and came right above the knee. $8.99

Let the thrill of the thrift begin-

I take alot of pictures throughout my day. In this particular day, I had been up since 6am, and wasn't wearing make-up. I hadn't planned on thrifting, however, my addiction tells otherwise. 

Transform-

...because she was dedicated.

Before-

So, I'm going to post some pictures of myself before losing weight. I hope, if anything, these photos will inspire someone to follow my footsteps and leave their own impression on someone else. :)

This girl was afraid. Afraid to love- not the love of a man, or the love of her friends, but afraid to love herself. She was insecure, and hated everything about her image. She was miserable and didn't ever want to leave the house, if it meant she had to "dress up" in something other than the only pair of denim jeans that fit her and a layered t-shirt that was an XL and still two-sizes-too-small. She may have hated the sight of her own image, but I look back at this young girl, and my heart goes out simply to her. I see the woman she has turned into, everyday I look into my own reflection. I thank her, for being confined to her own mental jail and I appreciate the negativity she told herself. For, she said it so much, that I cannot find an ounce of it left inside. I love myself and have created myself because of this young girl in these photos. To other young women out there who see themselves as this young girl once did, always remember that you are the only one who can pave your future. You're beautiful, whether you see yourself in that perspective or not right now, someone, someday will and he/she will think you're completely insane for ever hating yourself.