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Trimming the Fat: How to Save $$$ at Starbucks
We've all heard about how the "latte factor" eats away at our discretionary funds. Check out this article to discover new ways to reduce the cost of your Starbucks habit.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Urbanista D.O.T.D. = Marc by Marc Jacobs
During my routine online window shopping, I came across THIS little gem that's PERFECT for fall! Remember Urban Heiress Commandment #7...NEVER pay full price :-)
P.S. Receive free shipping during the entire month of September w/ promo code: NMSEPT
Thursday, September 09, 2010
Jezebel Mag Hosts a Fashion Swap/Meet
In an effort to include everyone in the NY Fashion Week frenzy, Jezebel is hosting a "closet swap" event since most of us aren't able to buy the high-priced frocks that will grace the runways. If you're in Big Apple check out Jezebel Fashion Swap Meet for free drinks & free clothes!
Trade in at least one wearable item — clothes, shoes, accessories — and walk out with something new-to-you. The more you bring, the merrier the rummaging! (And the more the environment will love you for it.)
When: Tuesday, September 14 7-10 pm
Where: Gawker Media roofdeck, 210 Elizabeth Street, 4th Floor
Bonus: The first 100 to arrive get a nifty tote for carrying home your loot.
Get more deets here.
Designer Isabel Toledo Debuts Affordable Collection for Payless
Designer Isabel Toledo turned urbanista heads everywhere when First Lady Michelle Obama wore one of her ensembles to President Obama's Inauguration. Now Toledo is has teamed with Payless to create an affordable shoe line for the fall. Nothing is priced over $60.
Visit your closest Payless or shop online.
Anna Wintour Wants YOU to Come to the Party: FNO Takes Over the Globe TOMORROW!
The biggest event in fashion, Fashion's Night Out, invades the world tomorrow! Of course the epicenter will be in THE fashion capitol, NYC. However, there will be fabulous events ALL over the world to celebrate our passion for fashion.
Fashion’s Night Out is an initiative to celebrate fashion and boost the retail industry. FNO was launched in 2009 by Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, and NYC & Company in response to the global economic downturn. This year’s event kicked off with the largest public fashion show in New York City history at the new Lincoln Center earlier this week & featured approximately 200 models. Check out the entire show below:
CBS takes viewers behind the scenes in a primetime special: “FASHION’S NIGHT OUT 2010” that will air on Tuesday, September 14, 10:00-11:00 PM ET/PT on CBS & hosted by Emmy Award Winner Neil Patrick Harris. Peep this CBS clip below of Macy's CEO discussing the purpose & importance of FNO:
If you're in NYC check out the endless list of parties & events HERE. If you're outside of NYC find out about the festivities in your area HERE.
Don't forget to buy your FNO tee!
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Outrageously Overpriced Products That We All Fall Victim To...
This article identifies 6 items that we've all purchased at one time or another. When you really think about the amount of money we waste on these inflated goods it's downright insane. But not to fear! The Urban Heiress is here with budget-friendly alternatives:
1. Movie theater concessions
Urban Heiress solution - Call it lowbrow if you want, but I see nothing wrong with stocking my tote/handbag with goodies from Trader Joes or Whole Foods or a baggie of light popcorn from home before hitting up the theater. And the best part is that my snacks are always healthier than the fatty/sugary options at the movies.
2. Greeting Cards
Urban Heiress solution - My mom turned me onto purchasing greeting cards at discount stores like Family Dollar, The Dollar Store & the $1 Store. You can find cards as cheap as 50 cents!
3. College textbooks
Urban Heiress solution - During my college years I learned VERY quickly to shop for "used" books since some books barely even get cracked open throughout the semester by many previous users. Other options are to shop online for used/new textbooks and don't forget to check student bulletin boards for great deals. Or really be scrappy and establish your own book swap between your classmates. Identify folks in your major since you're all taking the same required courses.
4. Bottled Water
Urban Heiress solution - Okay, I confess that I'm a bottled water snob. I have a fave brand that I don't deviate from, but one thing I've learned is to buy it in bulk and on sale! Stock up since you'll never have enough H2O.
5. Printer Ink
Urban Heiress solution - Go green as OFTEN as possible. With Droids, BlackBerrys, iPhones, etc. we can skip hitting the print button now.
I use my CrackBerry for boarding passes, coupons & any other attachments to avoid burning up printer ink.
6. Brand-Name Fashions
Urban Heiress solution - Now this is MY area of expertise. Pick one: Designer resale stores, consignment boutiques, fashion discount retailers (Marshalls, Loehmann's, Nordstrom Rack), yard/garage sales, online shopping sites (RueLaLa, RenttheRunway, Gilt, HauteLook). You should NEVER pay full retail price....EVER!
1. Movie theater concessions
Urban Heiress solution - Call it lowbrow if you want, but I see nothing wrong with stocking my tote/handbag with goodies from Trader Joes or Whole Foods or a baggie of light popcorn from home before hitting up the theater. And the best part is that my snacks are always healthier than the fatty/sugary options at the movies.
2. Greeting Cards
Urban Heiress solution - My mom turned me onto purchasing greeting cards at discount stores like Family Dollar, The Dollar Store & the $1 Store. You can find cards as cheap as 50 cents!
3. College textbooks
Urban Heiress solution - During my college years I learned VERY quickly to shop for "used" books since some books barely even get cracked open throughout the semester by many previous users. Other options are to shop online for used/new textbooks and don't forget to check student bulletin boards for great deals. Or really be scrappy and establish your own book swap between your classmates. Identify folks in your major since you're all taking the same required courses.
4. Bottled Water
Urban Heiress solution - Okay, I confess that I'm a bottled water snob. I have a fave brand that I don't deviate from, but one thing I've learned is to buy it in bulk and on sale! Stock up since you'll never have enough H2O.
5. Printer Ink
Urban Heiress solution - Go green as OFTEN as possible. With Droids, BlackBerrys, iPhones, etc. we can skip hitting the print button now.
I use my CrackBerry for boarding passes, coupons & any other attachments to avoid burning up printer ink.6. Brand-Name Fashions
Urban Heiress solution - Now this is MY area of expertise. Pick one: Designer resale stores, consignment boutiques, fashion discount retailers (Marshalls, Loehmann's, Nordstrom Rack), yard/garage sales, online shopping sites (RueLaLa, RenttheRunway, Gilt, HauteLook). You should NEVER pay full retail price....EVER!
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