Fashion in the News: Forever 21 Launches Deeper Discount Store F21 Red

If you follow fashion news (or the buzz on budget blogs) you’ve been anticipating for a few weeks now Forever21’s new even lower priced store, F21 Red. The concept behind F21 Red is said to be providing basics at deeper discounted prices (as if Forever21 wasn’t cheap enough). The first F21 Red store officially launched this past Saturday in the Azalea Shopping Center just outside of Los Angeles, California. Prices have been reported ranging from $1.80 (camisoles) up to $7.80 for denim. Forever 21 hasn't yet announced any plans to roll out more F21 Red stores and appears to be using this first store to test the market.

Interestingly enough, this new store comes just as other retail chains also are working on possible lower priced stores such as J Crew’s “Mercantile” and Abercrombie and Fitch’s plan to change Hollister to a cheaper fast fashion brand.

Comment below and share your thought on this new store? Are you excited to see an even more budget friendly version of Forever 21? 

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8 Incrediable Affordable Shoes for Spring

The perfect pair of flats are to Spring as boots are to Fall... totally essential. Heels are great and all but for everyday comfort and wear, flats are totally necessary in your Spring wardrobe. This season  floral prints, strappy leather, and sling-backs are major hits for sandals and flats. Here are eight options that are perfect to kick-start your spring footwear at an affordable price!

1). Gap navy shoes

2). ASOS leather shoes

3). ASOS flat sandals

4). Gap white sandals

5). Gap loafers flat

6). Jeffrey Campbell flat

7). Topshop black sandals

8). Saturday Sandals

Fancy and Frugal: T by Alexander Wang Triangle Crop Top

We all know crop tops and other middrift baring tops are going to be huge for Spring and summer once again. Amongst celebs and other fashion taste makers, the T by Alexander Wang Triangle Crop Top has been huge. And while some people can afford the real thing, for those on a smaller budget this similar Triangle Crop Top from Lulu's can help you achieve the same look.

Save- Lulu's Disco Diva Black Crop Top

Splurge - T by Alexander Wang Triangle Crop Top

 

Comment below and let me know which one you prefer?!

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Fancy and Frugal: Nuance by Salma Hayek Spring Beauty Line

Nuance by Salma Hayek is a premium beauty line sold exclusive at CVS pharmacy that combines exotic, natural ingredients, ancient beauty secrets and advanced science to create products that are designed to enhance the “nuances” that make up every woman’s beauty.



Last week, Nuance Salma Hayek launched their Spring collection, adding 10 new beauty and hair products to the shelves. All of the products contain key moisturizing ingredients such as: Shea Butter and Coconut, Avocado and Macadamia Seed Oils which soften and help maintain moisture levels in skin.



To celebrate the Spring launch of Nuane Salma Hayek, beauty editors were invited to attend "Selma's Secret garden" where we learned about the details of the line and the nourishing ingredients inside.





Below is a list of the ten new items added to the collection and the benefits of each. Personally, I can't wait to try the Eye Balm, Glycolic Cream Cleanser, and Neck & Chest Balm.

Fancy and Frugal: Forever 21 Launches Premium Makeup Line

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Forever 21 introduces an exciting new premium cosmetic collection, Forever 21 Cosmetics, launching in 50 U.S. stores and online just in time for Spring/Summer 2014. The new line is a full collection of beauty must-haves with an assortment of 23 products and 72 styles with prices ranging from $7.80 to $14.80. With its sleek look and feel, the line will be an immersive in-store experience for the beauty addict. From professional artistry makeup brushes and high-quality skincare fundamentals, to a mix of trending shades and core make-up essentials, the fully-loaded product range encapsulates the cool, bold and statement-making spirit of Forever 21.
“We are very pleased to be offering this line of premium cosmetics to satisfy the growing demands of our biggest fans,” says Forever 21 General Merchandise Manager Linda Chang. “With this new line, customers will be able to use a large array of wearable shades that are designed to be as subtle or dramatic as our consumer wants.”

The line launched in stores February 7 and online February 6 at www.forever21.com. The line was developed with the makeup savvy in mind and includes both cream and single eye shadows, lipstick, shimmer stick, blush, mascara, foundation, concealer and pressed powder in an array of shades and tints. The collection will be displayed in store to allow customers to test the product before purchasing.

Check out my picks from the line below!

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Francy Answers: Where to get an affordable leather style skater skirt

Earlier this week I showed how to wear a leather skater skirt and one reader asked on twitter where to get an affordable option.

I purchased mine over a year ago from Forever21 so it's no longer available BUT I found several just as stylish options all for well under $100, most under $30! Check them out below and find the right one for you!

 

Comment below and let us know what you think of these picks? Do you own a leather skater skirt? Where did you get yours?

 

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Phillip Lim for Target Collection Launch

The Phillip Lim for Target collection is launching online and in stores today as most designer collab enthusiast are already well aware of. As a precursor to the launch, Target held a "Phillip Lim for Target" collection party in Manhattan last week. I was there to view the collection (and the mayhem) and survived to tell about it.



By the time I got inside the party around 8pm, the clothing racks had seem seriously ramsacked and the bags were only a whispered rumor. I contemplated picking up the "drop dress" but had to reconsider when I saw the immense line.



As I wondered around trying to get a good look at as many pieces as possible so I could form my plan of attack for when the collection went online, I stumbled across Jessica Alba looking amazing as ever in the "boom print sweatshirt" and navy tuxedo pants.

 



Overall the event was great and I am really impressed by a lot of items in the collection. Although I have a hunch a lot of the print items are going to be very popular (be ready to see everyone walking around in sweaters that say "boom" soon), I gravitated more towards the solid print/work wear appropriate items.



Saturday night/ early Sunday morning I engaged in #Limsanity with the rest of the twitter world to get all of the pieces I saw and wanted. Through diligent twitter stalking and insomnia I was able to score the following:

Peplum Top in Tan, $34.99

Knit to Woven Pullover in Navy/Green, $34.99

Dress with Faux Leather in Black, $49.99

Tote in Black, $54.99

Drop Dress in White/Black, $44.99

Tote in Plum, $54.99

Top Handle Crossbody in Taupe, $34.99

Mini Satchel with Gusset in Taupe, $34.99

Twill Trench Coat in Navy, $79.99

Twill Trench Coat in Khaki, $79.99

Long Sleeve Blouse in Green, $24.99