A Little Thought on Fashion and Glamour

Don't have the extra $$ to spend on new summer threads and accessories? Who needs it anyway- think "excess" (okay, maybe easier said than actually done) However, here are 5 things that you probably already have, or can all be found for under $50.

1. Red Lipstick- Don't be afraid of color, go play at the makeup counter til you find one that fits your coloring. MAC in Debutante is one of my favorites.

2. Black Mascara- This is an instant eye-opener, literally. I don't know what I would do without mascara. Try YSL and MAC, those are my two favorite brands for mascara. Both have max length and thickness.

3. Great Heels- So, okay, yes, you can go out and get a great pair of pumps from Nine West. But, my friend Amanda once told me, if you get a pair of Christian Louboutin black pumps, it will be the best investment piece you will ever make! Okay, so maybe not the Best I will ever make, but my feet are pretty happy in them. So comfortable and have had them forever. Either way, cheap, or overpriced, heels are a must.

4. Leopard! raar- My mom used to always push me toward animal print. I used to think what was she thinking? and tacky. But, I love a little flash of leopard or zebra print. I have a pair of leopard pumps from Nine West, and I love them dearly. How fun is a leopard jacket, a shrug in animal print?! Because, why not? Look at second hand stores for animal print, they tend to have lots.

5. The Clutch- Metallic, black, leather, canvas- It's easy, it's chic, it's so versatile. It can go business to dinner, coffee-run to luncheon. J Crew has an adorable straw bag clutch now for $49. For a slightly higher price, Lauren Merkin clutches are a staple in all sorts of colors, shapes and sizes.