tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58277629885231558612024-03-18T17:50:14.836-07:00Le HoarderA NYC -ish* Style and Shopping BlogMichelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.comBlogger346125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-86338617127592005582021-04-25T16:23:00.001-07:002021-04-25T16:23:43.493-07:00My Magical Tanya Taylor Dress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjbgla9I2zr7jHIu1uo5lHXasjosOeDBJa45BX078Vl5RgNw7RxDipFoOMORJk33duA6kBqOtXMtZ4clkrzeTRO3WWp5VVQF_ntkC3MSiF6tX1EkvzF1OMBjI9VYUbzoORDDQZ_h44lFEX/s2048/NYC+Plus+Sized+Fashionista+in+Tanya+Taylor+colorful+dress+with+ange+libby+circle+glitter+bag+in+spring+2021..jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjbgla9I2zr7jHIu1uo5lHXasjosOeDBJa45BX078Vl5RgNw7RxDipFoOMORJk33duA6kBqOtXMtZ4clkrzeTRO3WWp5VVQF_ntkC3MSiF6tX1EkvzF1OMBjI9VYUbzoORDDQZ_h44lFEX/s16000/NYC+Plus+Sized+Fashionista+in+Tanya+Taylor+colorful+dress+with+ange+libby+circle+glitter+bag+in+spring+2021..jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Let me tell you the tale of my magical Tanya Taylor dress and everything it represents. <div><br /></div><div>A few months ago, Tanya Taylor had a Instagram giveaway and offered anything from their site for someone worthy. I nominated my little sister (she's 44 to my 46) for taking care of my Grandma Rhoda for the past few years until she passed at 97 last summer. If not for my sister, my Grandmother could have ended up in a home and we probably wouldn't have had as much time as we did. While we would all call and check in during the pandemic, it was my sister who was hands on and doing everything we couldn't do. So long story longer, she won. And then she gave them my address with my size & picked this dress for me. When I opened the box I cried. </div><div><br /></div><div>While I'm relatively new to plus sizes, my sister has been plus for her entire adult life. Growing up she didn't have a lot of options. So she never fell in love with clothing like I did. (I've spoken about my sister D and our relationships with plus sizing before <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2020/08/the-problems-with-plus.html" target="_blank">here</a>.) I hoped to share my joy with her with this Tanya Taylor win so she could choose something beautiful in her size...and she just gave it to me. </div><div><br /></div><div>As for fit, I'm wearing the 14 Cynthia dress (which my sister decently guessed as my size). I wish it had a little more room in the hip but I couldn't have sized up as it's a little large on top—but it might have needed to be tied tighter in the back. As a style hack Ella looped the ties around my bra to keep it hidden. Overall I love the colors and the poof sleeve. So perfect for summer! </div><div><br /></div><div>If you need it too, it's available in sizes 0-22 and it's now on sale! I just ordered some matching TT face masks on the new app The <a href="https://theyes.app.link/vxqpeDqMAfb" target="_blank">Yes</a> (apple only) which I strongly recommend trying out. They offer $25 off $50 your first purchase if you complete their style quiz. They have lots of plus and size inclusive brands—and they have high and low like Anthroplogie, Balenciaga, Prada, Staud, and even Zara. You create a wishlist and make recommendations of other similar styles and let's you know when your favorites are on sale. Feel free to splurge and treat yourself or just grab the Zara dress you've been eyeing for $25 off. Click <a href="https://theyes.app.link/vxqpeDqMAfb" target="_blank">here</a> to download. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-47qGbH_-WTvXzv3CmZLzZb9WrV0jq8DSCWolpLsjxxIK6okqnfYNuEnN-2pS4JURz7OYMlQrUb9TFQQMqS7cIMtKNbNOZnaCj3u0ktwyZv40aGQJI8mnaPK7iW2bgOaEFhqbdOxypPUI/s2048/Spring+Fashion+with+LeHoarder+in+Size+Inclusive+Tanya+Taylor+In+Central+Park+New+York+City.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-47qGbH_-WTvXzv3CmZLzZb9WrV0jq8DSCWolpLsjxxIK6okqnfYNuEnN-2pS4JURz7OYMlQrUb9TFQQMqS7cIMtKNbNOZnaCj3u0ktwyZv40aGQJI8mnaPK7iW2bgOaEFhqbdOxypPUI/s16000/Spring+Fashion+with+LeHoarder+in+Size+Inclusive+Tanya+Taylor+In+Central+Park+New+York+City.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2kZ0AIZtSZSq5Q_jTFcWez9YsQMonRKcbHjVZjV3yix_F-Jp7OfXiKyOr9lyaEd-ZH6d-ki8sRYavqTnzN7NQYU5XqnfFf_R5LYEvjnjuv7ueqD9DUHksCo8lQUXS6RhyphenhyphenjPlK1aTqqIdI/s2048/LeHoarder%2527s+Ange+Libby+Strawberry+Lemonaid+circle+glitter+bag+%2526+pink+BelleFixe+scrunchie+in+NYC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2kZ0AIZtSZSq5Q_jTFcWez9YsQMonRKcbHjVZjV3yix_F-Jp7OfXiKyOr9lyaEd-ZH6d-ki8sRYavqTnzN7NQYU5XqnfFf_R5LYEvjnjuv7ueqD9DUHksCo8lQUXS6RhyphenhyphenjPlK1aTqqIdI/s16000/LeHoarder%2527s+Ange+Libby+Strawberry+Lemonaid+circle+glitter+bag+%2526+pink+BelleFixe+scrunchie+in+NYC.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD1d0Ld8z8hu18IiXniZyK8Jv-I3Ld58LyqXSfwGB5KSoT3IcbzY9-n8-xkW3V958GAJVCbDAs7912_X4vegcMItkBw4Yv1_5O4RLj65lZKMSxUK5ywwRH5MkeoypNMh4S_YYGs3AsbQ6D/s2048/Mid+size+fashion+blogger+michelle+blashka+wears+tanya+taylor+midi+dress+with+ange+libby+bag+in+NYC..jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD1d0Ld8z8hu18IiXniZyK8Jv-I3Ld58LyqXSfwGB5KSoT3IcbzY9-n8-xkW3V958GAJVCbDAs7912_X4vegcMItkBw4Yv1_5O4RLj65lZKMSxUK5ywwRH5MkeoypNMh4S_YYGs3AsbQ6D/s16000/Mid+size+fashion+blogger+michelle+blashka+wears+tanya+taylor+midi+dress+with+ange+libby+bag+in+NYC..jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGhAUAOm2h3dgTM4eg7-xOT2EAtrZ-pay7IT66W0Qpa4u3Y4mOI_DE-X_2yEIZP8KBBIFpMbwzj6VlcovYsBQ5r5XYIs0lOmCOn-CDVUFpr3xUhEV96YJuvSUF9EzQkzUg13jz2BWeWTkc/s2048/LeHoarder+in+Tanya+Taylor+Cynthia+bow+back+dress+in+central+park+NYC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGhAUAOm2h3dgTM4eg7-xOT2EAtrZ-pay7IT66W0Qpa4u3Y4mOI_DE-X_2yEIZP8KBBIFpMbwzj6VlcovYsBQ5r5XYIs0lOmCOn-CDVUFpr3xUhEV96YJuvSUF9EzQkzUg13jz2BWeWTkc/s16000/LeHoarder+in+Tanya+Taylor+Cynthia+bow+back+dress+in+central+park+NYC.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Dress: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+JEt5a1DQrSOZOJe4D_TrpA" target="_blank">Tanya Taylor</a>, c/o</div><div>Bag: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ange.libby/" target="_blank">Ange Libby</a>, c/o </div><div>Scrunchie & clips: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+BaKoEAg8hKA0e9Y3DEoPNQ" target="_blank">Belle Fixe</a>, c/o (Ava loves their silky ones!)</div><div>Shoes: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+RgUmZu9WYHgyFdG5JuipNw" target="_blank">Ann Taylor</a>, c/o</div><div><br /></div><div>For 2021 I've made it a mission to discover more colorful designer, sustainable, and women-owned brands (bonus points if it's all of the above) in larger/size-inclusive sizes. I actually just started a new hashtag #fatincolor for my colorful looks. I keep seeing smaller sized women in colorful streetstyle blowing up all over Insta and Tiktok but I don't see many larger bodies doing it. My bestie <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greivy/" target="_blank">@greivy</a> is actually a genius at that game and can make anything look expensive. But feel free to join in by tagging me and using the #fatincolor hashtag :) </div><div><br /></div><div>My message is that we are all worthy. We deserve beautiful clothing in our size—whatever size or shape we may be. When I first started gaining weight a few years ago I didn't know what to do. I was nearing the top of straight sizing and not quite plus yet so I focused on my designer accessories and worked it in with fast fashion. And lots of kaftans. Kaftans are awesome but they represented me needing to hide and cover my body instead of finding things that celebrated it. Celebrated my 40+ years on earth and celebrated carrying & delivering 3 healthy children. Speaking of which, shoutout to mini-me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missellasophie/" target="_blank">@missellasophie</a> for taking my pictures. </div><div><br /></div><div>And as much as I love my new dress, I wish my sister would have tried to push herself outside of her comfort zone and picked a Tanya Taylor piece for herself. Love you D!</div><div><br /></div><div>XO</div>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com0Central Park, New York, NY, USA40.7812199 -73.966513812.470986063821158 -109.1227638 69.091453736178849 -38.8102638tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-46097404284185096332021-03-03T09:55:00.001-08:002021-03-03T10:02:04.457-08:00Twinning With Mini-Me, NYFW Edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnURY-FoAlLFRzcirw-sIIA0iK9VV_refCR0IASR3aHgujVL9fbLe5_BP3b8-RlaL6I4eHDD4WfnGH-OfA9FoOtHDRYagIvVP5-9gixGbVD51i73ouRWpGt16HoL1xfRNrEopOCvwkUKOp/s2048/NYC+colorful+streetstyle+featuring+Michelle+Blashka+and+daughter+Ella+Sophie+at+fashion+week+2021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnURY-FoAlLFRzcirw-sIIA0iK9VV_refCR0IASR3aHgujVL9fbLe5_BP3b8-RlaL6I4eHDD4WfnGH-OfA9FoOtHDRYagIvVP5-9gixGbVD51i73ouRWpGt16HoL1xfRNrEopOCvwkUKOp/s16000/NYC+colorful+streetstyle+featuring+Michelle+Blashka+and+daughter+Ella+Sophie+at+fashion+week+2021.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>Fashion Weeks of the past have included a parade of shows, events and parties. This year there were exactly three in-person NYFW shows—and Ella and I were fortunate enough to be invited to the Rebecca Minkoff Spring/Summer 2021 Presentation. Months ago I spotted these Selkie rainbow puff dresses and I immediately envisioned a magical mother-daughter matchy-matchy fashion moment...and I have to say these dresses delivered. <div><br /></div><div>Now say that five times fast :)</div><div><br /></div><div>I love that Selkie cuts their designs in a decently inclusive size range of XXS-5X, and I'm wearing the 1X and Ella the XS. Honestly I'm not sure who would fit the XXS as it was snug on the super tiny Ella, but then again Ella does have my broad shoulders. With the puff dresses you select your size based on your bust measurements—otherwise they have lots of room for all your curves. It might not be the most traditionally 'flattering' design as even Ella looked like she was several months along, but if you're looking for colorful and impactful as I do, these dresses are a dream. Selkie does have several dress silhouettes that give you a defined waistline and Ella already has her eyes on a few of those. Another note, even at 5'2" Ella's puff runs super short and biker shorts, leggings or tights are required unless you're comfortable sharing your nether regions with the world. For a little more coverage go with my midi length French Puff or their maxi styles. If you want to see our dresses move, check out our Tiktoks (<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/foryou?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1#/@lehoarder/video/6930400924431174917" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lehoarder/video/6930584528092269830" target="_blank">here</a>).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcD7UwauxXelBWmafs7ocLwjpZpe6cvxYhDrts9u-hwDcUzys_0Xv32QMMNXHEz_RAewHGvBRd23T5Po3lVA8r5vO39R_GZQoGe2ZG55LTC2EbXJ4NXpP3NsbiUP6dWNEHc4NrwsJmEgv/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+wears+selkie+rainbow+french+puff+dress+at+NYFW+in+February+2021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcD7UwauxXelBWmafs7ocLwjpZpe6cvxYhDrts9u-hwDcUzys_0Xv32QMMNXHEz_RAewHGvBRd23T5Po3lVA8r5vO39R_GZQoGe2ZG55LTC2EbXJ4NXpP3NsbiUP6dWNEHc4NrwsJmEgv/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+wears+selkie+rainbow+french+puff+dress+at+NYFW+in+February+2021.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEDEsN8XlMzKIOPcwITnES6FFTNKYaMxUS7GgGxueqd8SKCzfQjBVUrAt9J-5EaMueQ9mGy611_cX26HxiVe9l4zEIrwgkgELNSt5E5oZZ_CAnrSvv_thjje44ocTGBfFQ2ig20CFxbLX/s2048/LeHoarder+attends+New+York+Fashion+Week+in+a+chiffon+selkie+puff+dress+2021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEDEsN8XlMzKIOPcwITnES6FFTNKYaMxUS7GgGxueqd8SKCzfQjBVUrAt9J-5EaMueQ9mGy611_cX26HxiVe9l4zEIrwgkgELNSt5E5oZZ_CAnrSvv_thjje44ocTGBfFQ2ig20CFxbLX/s16000/LeHoarder+attends+New+York+Fashion+Week+in+a+chiffon+selkie+puff+dress+2021.jpg" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLxr4s7YJnJqw75rxtTLXnxYjoHkR5-vlhSaDCKKp26w_aTv7u7nbH2T9YgBrwbKrMshfxe8_jfN8HqnO4HkRJofq3lJoacxJAwf8HtElnkrZopD7MuQn9EETZqJpw7cb24Ie4ra3RRgm/s2048/NYC+fashion+blogger+LeHoarder+attends+fashion+week+2021+in+a+selkie+dress.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1657" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGLxr4s7YJnJqw75rxtTLXnxYjoHkR5-vlhSaDCKKp26w_aTv7u7nbH2T9YgBrwbKrMshfxe8_jfN8HqnO4HkRJofq3lJoacxJAwf8HtElnkrZopD7MuQn9EETZqJpw7cb24Ie4ra3RRgm/s16000/NYC+fashion+blogger+LeHoarder+attends+fashion+week+2021+in+a+selkie+dress.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><div><div><br /></div><div><div>We've come a long way since Ella's first fashion week which you can check out <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/a-local-gals-guide-to-navigating-new.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Ella and I had multiple photos make it to Getty Images (see a few <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/mother-michelle-blashka-and-daughter-ella-sophie-blashka-news-photo/1302502516" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/mother-michelle-blashka-and-daughter-ella-sophie-blashka-news-photo/1302511785" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/ella-sophie-and-mom-michelle-blashka-are-seen-wearing-news-photo/1302555493" target="_blank">here</a>), and made New York Fashion Week roundups in both <a href="https://www.instyle.com/awards-events/fashion-week/best-plus-size-street-style-fashion-week-outfits-february-2021?slide=54988893-4a5d-49b5-85c2-affbe358abba#54988893-4a5d-49b5-85c2-affbe358abba">InStyle</a> and <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/new-york-fashion-week-fall-2021_l_602ff237c5b66dfc101e5073" target="_blank">Huffpost</a>. And while we've been photographed before, we've never had that that paparazzi experience where we were surrounded by flashing cameras and people asking us to look their way—and it was a little overwhelming. If I'm ever lucky enough to have that experience again I plan on living in the moment and having a little more fun with it. I may have frozen a little. Ella told me she felt famous. </div><div><br /></div><div>My formula for NYFW street style usually involves a whole lotta color and a focus on a statement coat or dress. We left our coats in the car because it turned out to be a beautiful day. And in NYC anything over 50 is pretty much summer. But we were prepared. Ella layered her Selkie Puff Dress with a turtleneck, plush nude fleece lined tights with both lace tights and lavender biker shorts for extra coverage. She also had on wool socks to keep her feet extra warm (one of my Fashion Week winter hacks). Just the day before was a good 20-30 degrees cooler and as a mom I make sure we are always prepared. I even gave her my furry knit fingerless gloves just in case. I kept it simple with my Selkie French Puff Dress, my <a href="https://rstyle.me/+smGAEdrTlCHIwrEzdxmhSA" target="_blank">white boots</a> (that literally make an appearance every fashion week) and a mask that I DIY'd the night before because I couldn't find the perfect mask that I envisioned in my head. I love the fit and comfort of my Jill & Ally masks and I stocked up when I found them on clearance at TJ Maxx so I knew it would make the perfect base for my project. I wanted it to be a little bling-ier but I couldn't find my good glue (I needed E6000 for this project but my Target was sold out and my old one disappeared—thanks kids!) so I had to make do with dollar store glue which is basically garbage. Broke out a needle and thread and voilà!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcIrWvhtwUCK2QffdCnSRAzI-e9PQ5ReDufh1TcNBKO2ZGtQI57aHR9ARYQTnPmGu0o5v9O2IPFktSD6Rf7NvP2_k1yNq8he0GQQoaHSJGa3tFWVFvTqg4LgY3t2bj-mZOtC6EunSc6ksE/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+wears+lace+gloves+and+DIY+floral+face+mask+for+NYFW+2021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcIrWvhtwUCK2QffdCnSRAzI-e9PQ5ReDufh1TcNBKO2ZGtQI57aHR9ARYQTnPmGu0o5v9O2IPFktSD6Rf7NvP2_k1yNq8he0GQQoaHSJGa3tFWVFvTqg4LgY3t2bj-mZOtC6EunSc6ksE/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+wears+lace+gloves+and+DIY+floral+face+mask+for+NYFW+2021.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Read about some of my past NYFW looks and experiences including my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/02/shoppinggal-goes-to-fashion-week.html" target="_blank">first NYFW</a> as a blogger, one of my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/10/and-on-last-day-i-wore-prada.html" target="_blank">favorite OOTD</a>s, and my controversial <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/how-to-sit-front-row-at-nyfw.html" target="_blank">How to Sit Front Row at NYFW</a> post that may have ruffled a few feathers.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdhCZ18IRH-QtUBJ8ItcIGOoWvNfqbDmUvZBTzMX9El5xwER8V2glmrGzjaMiC0-ZdAt4-Aa7PNrH3ufeKQ4CT1n5obRSggd9Woz1ngQQUtqt3uNWHdlnyvYqupq4b2rxwgq6Ki_B0E0eB/s2048/Mother+and+daughter+fashion+bloggers+LeHoarder+%2526+MissEllaSophie+wear+coordinating+rainbow+selkie+dresses+and+white+boots+to+NYFW+2021.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdhCZ18IRH-QtUBJ8ItcIGOoWvNfqbDmUvZBTzMX9El5xwER8V2glmrGzjaMiC0-ZdAt4-Aa7PNrH3ufeKQ4CT1n5obRSggd9Woz1ngQQUtqt3uNWHdlnyvYqupq4b2rxwgq6Ki_B0E0eB/s16000/Mother+and+daughter+fashion+bloggers+LeHoarder+%2526+MissEllaSophie+wear+coordinating+rainbow+selkie+dresses+and+white+boots+to+NYFW+2021.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><i>Note some links are affiliate links and some are not. All it means it that I may make a few cents every time you click & purchase. Thank you for your support!</i></div><div><br /></div><div>My look:</div><div><br /></div><div>Dress: <a href="https://selkiecollection.com/collections/puff-dresses/products/the-rainbow-french-puff-dress" target="_blank">Selkie Rainbow French Puff</a>, c/o</div><div>Choker: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+lCwsRGznA9K_qS9XMm1uNg" target="_blank">Shein</a>, $1</div><div>Mask: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+xBIIJmkJejIJLC8CbgCDxQ" target="_blank">Mask</a> by Jill & Ally, with DIY Dollar Tree Flowers </div><div>Gloves: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+lxeI0SEtB5YqgaoQIoplHA">Shein</a>, $3</div><div>Bracelet: <a href="https://stellaandruby.com/collections/bracelets/products/love-link-bracelet" target="_blank">Stella & Ruby</a>, c/o</div><div>Boots: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+AnP8RBTmXv4gX-PZqMKoxw" target="_blank">Daniella Shevel</a> c/o (seen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CFMwPpApEMU/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2wV4YPJqgw/" target="_blank">here</a>) <i>*I did see a bunch available on The Real Real and they have a 20% off coupon right now too</i></div><div><br /></div><div>Ella's look:</div><div><br /></div><div>Dress: <a href="https://selkiecollection.com/collections/puff-dresses/products/the-rainbow-puff-dress" target="_blank">Selkie Puff Dress</a>, c/o</div><div>Mask: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+uw4D3XQ661IkVRkm0hwTnA" target="_blank">Shein</a>, $4</div><div>Gloves: Amato NY, older sample sale find (similar <a href="https://rstyle.me/+qbr_EgBCBBojRogYBTGmVQ" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://rstyle.me/+85FUrOA7Jl8cCI1L1b9qgQ" target="_blank">here</a>)</div><div>Nails: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+Qa6fX4CkSbLCSonOLYxytg" target="_blank">Impress Manicure x OPI</a>, c/o</div><div>Bag: Nina Hauzer c/o (seen before <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B8cBVOzJvV1/">here</a>)</div><div>Tights: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+A8rnOSqHatDOV2HiKsDztA" target="_blank">Shein plush nude tights</a> and lace tights, $5 & $3 </div><div>Biker Shorts: Charlotte Russe, $6 (these were next to impossible to find because kids cuts are too wide for her and adults are usually too big)</div><div>Boots: Daybreaks by Nina, c/o</div><div><br /></div><div><div data-sc-widget-id="P-603fa803c09dd00596225a78"></div><script async="" src="//widgets.shopstyle.com/shopstyle-widget-snippet.js"></script></div><div><br /></div><div>Safety measures were in place at Spring Studio and even stricter than last round. You had to wear a mask, you were given a time slot to enter, and had to pre-register and complete with a health and safety survey—as well as wait on numerous lines inside. Social distancing was in place every step of the way. They did let Ella & I share a waiting spot together with my argument being that we were clearly together and basically the same person in the same dress. Even inside our dresses caused quite a stir with numerous compliments. One women correctly identified our dresses as Selkie and told us about her Selkie dresses. Several people asked to take pictures of us with their cellphones. I think I was most impressed with one street style photographer actually knew our dresses were Selkie and even included it in our <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/ella-sophie-and-mom-michelle-blashka-are-seen-wearing-news-photo/1302555494" target="_blank">Getty photo</a> description. </div><div><br /></div><div>I typically don't share smaller coupon codes but if you're in the market, use code LEHOARDER for an extra 10% off your Selkie order. Selkie does have occasional sales and surprise bags that sell out in minutes, but if you have a specific piece on your wishlist, just go ahead and treat yourself. Puff dresses have a bit of a cult following and are at a premium even second-hand...when you can find them. Most dresses are available for pre-order on the Selkie site so you have to wait a few months for your dream dress to arrive. </div><div><br /></div><div>But back to the show, Rebecca Minkoff did not disappoint. Another East coat meets West Coast mix of bohemian rockstar glam. Once again lots of prints with matching face masks and a few new bag shapes that were most definitely drool-worthy. And the best part is that the collection is instantly shoppable and you can head to her site to start grabbing some of your favorites. Must haves for me include the <a href="https://rstyle.me/+yzr3uCeDvyxnOg6468-Rpg" target="_blank">Edie Fringe</a>, <a href="https://rstyle.me/+yzr3uCeDvyxnOg6468-Rpg" target="_blank">Edie Maxi</a> and <a href="https://rstyle.me/+uDmCKbcpsIvWg4DWsylnYA" target="_blank">Love Too Small</a> crossbody. Check out my coverage of Rebecca's last NYFW September 2020 presentation <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2020/09/minkoff-and-fashion-week-madness.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG6NE8okBYY1Ow6Nyh4JOA8_vDhWNOxUVdFqueiZ0aHtfprsUtgM2Ns_3J7r4j1yQICHec_SagvvtezUcB8HQG2AwAq8A4L6LLIOt_Zo-UiqLbYEo5GzMgiUDCUeeR8QLWKWcHnGmQ0H1o/s2048/teen+influencer+MissEllaSophie+attends+Rebecca+Minkoff+SS21+NYFW+in+selkie+puff+dress.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG6NE8okBYY1Ow6Nyh4JOA8_vDhWNOxUVdFqueiZ0aHtfprsUtgM2Ns_3J7r4j1yQICHec_SagvvtezUcB8HQG2AwAq8A4L6LLIOt_Zo-UiqLbYEo5GzMgiUDCUeeR8QLWKWcHnGmQ0H1o/s16000/teen+influencer+MissEllaSophie+attends+Rebecca+Minkoff+SS21+NYFW+in+selkie+puff+dress.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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If felt good to feel normal-ish, even if just for an afternoon. I'm so thankful for all the brands that support me and for all of you for your love and support. A huge thank you to Greivy's husband for taking all my pics and Wendy for jumping out of the car with me and taking that shot by the water. It takes a village...</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgayeNeetzS1NRr66ctF_KH6obZWtt_4q-zXn4FdTrMqzjs4DnPVryzD7oWTBUMTq8ofkj2xge5bqJi9Zmk2G7LGRUme3lN29dcIOoB_LkXNkTuErI7nqBLwxsLRrVW5qTcfwyHXxVIhpce/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+and+daughter+Ella+Sophie+attend+New+York+Fashion+Week+2021+in+Selkie+puff+dresses+with+Greivy+and+daughter+and+Wendy+Sy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgayeNeetzS1NRr66ctF_KH6obZWtt_4q-zXn4FdTrMqzjs4DnPVryzD7oWTBUMTq8ofkj2xge5bqJi9Zmk2G7LGRUme3lN29dcIOoB_LkXNkTuErI7nqBLwxsLRrVW5qTcfwyHXxVIhpce/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+and+daughter+Ella+Sophie+attend+New+York+Fashion+Week+2021+in+Selkie+puff+dresses+with+Greivy+and+daughter+and+Wendy+Sy.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_CPimm7FmkxrQydffh47g-Vi1m9WMMIDPAWL6fzBctVaclrFV0IVbyepkpSl1E0A8Q7mB5hVb-ujdWaCMX7KbbQFfk_x-h89rQ9HYtlcU2psJh3q_fBlVMvhNH29q8M7G7AjzBI47J33/s2048/NYC+midsize+fashion+influencer+wears+selkie+rainbow+puff+dress+and+pink+bag+and+white+boots+.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_CPimm7FmkxrQydffh47g-Vi1m9WMMIDPAWL6fzBctVaclrFV0IVbyepkpSl1E0A8Q7mB5hVb-ujdWaCMX7KbbQFfk_x-h89rQ9HYtlcU2psJh3q_fBlVMvhNH29q8M7G7AjzBI47J33/s16000/NYC+midsize+fashion+influencer+wears+selkie+rainbow+puff+dress+and+pink+bag+and+white+boots+.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>It's been just under a year since quarantine began and I've come close to losing my mind several times. I'm grateful for my family and our health and other than losing my Grandmother (not Covid but we couldn't be with her in the hospital for her last days due to Covid) we've been pretty fortunate. Ella's 14th birthday next week marks the last time we went out freely sans masks and before the world shut down. I'm looking forward to celebrating with mini-me and enjoying my last year with just two teenagers—which multiplies into three next year. </div><div><br /></div><div>It's crazy what a difference a year makes...</div><div><br /></div><div>Stay safe everyone! </div><div><br /></div><div>XO</div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com0New York, NY, USA40.7127753 -74.00597287.79568442252706 -109.1622228 73.629866177472934 -38.849722799999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-15979149784856309232021-01-19T21:50:00.001-08:002021-01-19T21:52:11.299-08:00Not Fat Enough?<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">A couple weeks ago in my Instagram stories I started asking if size 14 is considered plus—and in my most voted poll of 2020, it came out to nearly a 50/50 split. So here's my question, if you voted size 14 is not plus-sized, WHY? </span></p><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-6783a01d-7fff-015e-b9f2-4ea62725cc20"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2QUSKVbyqnBsktfqECwW4_gFer6snQO78jq3z3k7IXiPhEd3a4opcyVSUez1qoJahfTkRx_fc8-I_7S41fp0ZxdudrQby4uvgsmkn2TKIXEIx1G_XEJ12xuCutrLNfsAQxVdgn1uz2huV/s2048/midsize+influencer+LeHoarder+wears+Eloquii+black+faux+leather+moto+and+pink+Betsey+Johnson+x+Torrid+dress.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2QUSKVbyqnBsktfqECwW4_gFer6snQO78jq3z3k7IXiPhEd3a4opcyVSUez1qoJahfTkRx_fc8-I_7S41fp0ZxdudrQby4uvgsmkn2TKIXEIx1G_XEJ12xuCutrLNfsAQxVdgn1uz2huV/s16000/midsize+influencer+LeHoarder+wears+Eloquii+black+faux+leather+moto+and+pink+Betsey+Johnson+x+Torrid+dress.jpg" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A few people answered they thought plus started at 18 (and some people seemed to get really angry about it) but riddle me this, how is that ALL my clothing pictured here—my Eloquii jacket, and Betsey Johnson x Torrid shirt, bra and dress, all come from traditionally plus size stores? </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">My jacket is a 12 from the Eloquii collab with Refinery29 (Note, most Eloquii starts at size 14) and all my Torrid pieces are a size 0, which is a 12 plus as well. Pro tip: if you're a straight size 14/16 you're probably gonna have to size down to a 10/12 in plus.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcXQmGbd0wdL1OxrAUBdqUbqXedn42SkB7TJ5TOJbqbdN1yzP4-syG8HiMM_VxiQ6KvzxBZW4tCM0WDBg2agQnrN_LuMriMIwpNUlxKXop2SQF5k8jWvdC592YiXwVA62SJx0YlPbLlCB/s2048/fashion+blogger+Michelle+Blashka+wears+pink+Betsey+Johnson+x+Torrid+plus+size+strapless+dress.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcXQmGbd0wdL1OxrAUBdqUbqXedn42SkB7TJ5TOJbqbdN1yzP4-syG8HiMM_VxiQ6KvzxBZW4tCM0WDBg2agQnrN_LuMriMIwpNUlxKXop2SQF5k8jWvdC592YiXwVA62SJx0YlPbLlCB/s16000/fashion+blogger+Michelle+Blashka+wears+pink+Betsey+Johnson+x+Torrid+plus+size+strapless+dress.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bqUN0" target="_blank">Sunglasses</a>: Amazon, $10</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Earrings, top, bra & dress: Betsey Johnson x Torrid, gifted (More about that collab <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2020/10/betsey-johnson-x-torrid.html" target="_blank">here</a>.)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jacket: Eloquii, gifted (Shop similar <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bqUN7" target="_blank">here</a>.)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gloves: Amato NY, sample sale, $10</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Boots: Sergio Rossi, sample sale, $25! (Read about that epic sample sale <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/11/best-day-ever-sergio-rossi-25-sample.html" target="_blank">here</a>.)</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Personally I don't care if you call me plus, midsize or "not that big." As a 46-year-old woman, I've been around the block a few times and I've heard it all. Once you hit your 40s you really don't care about other people's opinions as much. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">But I also get that I didn't grow up plus so I have a completely different experience with the word/space than someone who did. I may not have the same triggers or trauma, but as someone who struggled with her relationship with food and body image her whole life, I can identify with other women who use any of the aforementioned terminology. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ironically, growing up, my younger plus size sister was way more popular and accepted. But I get it, I was a weird kid with my own laundry list of bulliable offences (short, skinny, buck teeth, not a lot of $, learning issues...) and I didn't have the confidence to stand up for myself</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">—</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">whereas my sister and most of my siblings clearly did. And honestly it wasn't just the kids who were mean back then, it was the teachers who were the worst offenders. But that's a story for another time...</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So now, at 5'5", short-waisted, 230 lbs. with a pear/hourglass shape, I'm gonna carry my weight differently than someone taller, shorter, apple-shaped, etc. In some ways I'm lucky that I can straddle the line of straight and plus, but I'm left confused when both sides seem to push back and I find myself in this space where I'm not fully accepted by any of the above. Again, why? Now I'm not skinny enough, not fat enough...where does that leave me?</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">And I really don't get why the plus size space is so quick to exclude women and push them into yet another category (midsize or not-plus) in a community that fought so hard for inclusivity? </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What I love most about my life as a creator/influencer or whatever you want to call me is the community. I love connecting with other women (of all ages, sizes, ethnicities, and life experiences) who all share a common love of fashion and shopping. For the first time in my life, I finally feel like I've found my people. And I don't feel so alone anymore.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So how about for 2021, how about we think about ways to connect instead of focusing on our differences. Don't get me wrong, differences are what make us special and beautiful. But instead of using them to exclude, let's find ways to celebrate them TOGETHER. After the last year, I think we all could use a little more love, tolerance and acceptance. That's the lesson I want to pass on to my kids. </span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span></div>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-19261945087973312542020-10-26T12:42:00.001-07:002020-10-26T12:42:46.081-07:00Betsey Johnson x Torrid<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQtaiK3bvp1fQtzQ714cMo-j-FpwJC-99QgBsP114Z-kUiL6CZQf_bielGSdjGIuQcOeqboRqpKFzhGpID_vDRJGOc3u8yYIHfGXU2x_8aW5Jb4k85LcqzIkbCN3OsrQp28-CyJW4d-LB8/s2048/greivy+and+michelle+blashka+are+mad+for+plaid+in+betsey+johnson%2527s+holiday+collaboration+with+torrid.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQtaiK3bvp1fQtzQ714cMo-j-FpwJC-99QgBsP114Z-kUiL6CZQf_bielGSdjGIuQcOeqboRqpKFzhGpID_vDRJGOc3u8yYIHfGXU2x_8aW5Jb4k85LcqzIkbCN3OsrQp28-CyJW4d-LB8/s16000/greivy+and+michelle+blashka+are+mad+for+plaid+in+betsey+johnson%2527s+holiday+collaboration+with+torrid.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Teamed up with my bestie, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greivy/" target="_blank">Greivy</a> to share how we styled pieces from <a href="https://www.torrid.com/betsey-johnson/" target="_blank">Torrid x Betsey Johnson</a>'s limited edition holiday collection that </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">launches today on Torrid.com and in select Torrid stores. </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not only does the designer’s iconic mashup of punk rock and girly-girl aesthetic fulfill our fashion dreams, but the fact that it comes in plus-sizes means we can actually </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">fit</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> into the pieces. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We're also excited to share that we published an article on <a href="https://stylecaster.com/torrid-betsey-johnson-collection/" target="_blank">StyleCaster</a> where you can read about all of our must-have picks from the collection. Check it out <a href="https://stylecaster.com/torrid-betsey-johnson-collection/" target="_blank">here</a>. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Torrid x Betsey Johnson </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">collection is available in sizes 10-30 and includes 60+ pieces of clothing and accessories, and its inspo comes from the designer’s archives and sketches from the ‘80s, reinvented with a fresh twist and we are here for it. As teenagers, we both girl-crushed on everything Betsey Johnson (hello, prints, plaids, and florals!) and couldn’t resist once again outfitting ourselves in head-to-toe Betsey. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE-dNpcO9FXzmyvYTZ8gYAe_GwlUng0L4hhFnS10TE6L-7dQDwVymgDfPuBMZvXCDev83IUybi8M2HlGifFyjHmdGw5T_ITCtiFHK4mVNKSYTCWH2S7ZpSlJtpbI9w95ZBu6_XSxIuEoK2/s2048/NYC+plus+fashion+bloggers+greivy+and+michelle+blashka+in+coordinating+red+plaid+torrid++x+betsey+johnson+outfits.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE-dNpcO9FXzmyvYTZ8gYAe_GwlUng0L4hhFnS10TE6L-7dQDwVymgDfPuBMZvXCDev83IUybi8M2HlGifFyjHmdGw5T_ITCtiFHK4mVNKSYTCWH2S7ZpSlJtpbI9w95ZBu6_XSxIuEoK2/s16000/NYC+plus+fashion+bloggers+greivy+and+michelle+blashka+in+coordinating+red+plaid+torrid++x+betsey+johnson+outfits.jpg" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-5ba4b6ee-7fff-34a4-135d-b959a8a0c276"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We had the opportunity to receive pieces from the collection before it was available to the public and couldn't resist taking them out for a spin. Like, how can you not with this collection? The red plaid pieces totally gave off </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Clueless</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> vibes and brought out our inner Cher and Dionne as we walked arm-in-arm in coordinating looks</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">—</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">the #greivyandmichelle way. As we shot, strangers down the street cheered us on, and some even honked and rolled their car windows down to get a closer look.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We loved the quality and comfort of every piece we tried (lots of stretch!), and how authentically Betsey the collection felt. Even more impressive was the pricing, which started at $15 and topped out at $228. Thanks to Torrid, plus-sized Betsey Babes are no longer left on the sidelines. </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">For sizing reference, I'm wearing a size 0 (12) in both pieces and Greivy is wearing a size 1 (14/16). Even if you're not plus and you have a wide foot, now is the time to stock up on super cute Betsey footwear!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJt6mGYvOSgd4i4S7TOD0g9QE9weCHpTy0oGFRQritidzbpkI0zk7bUIGK-RsbQIK5Rj6Uyi39DsoUPDK5XRbTcUs_zqXUo6znpcPk5bHJxuxc56cWOEMWhSLlz4KzRLp0JE4y37R9s5ww/s2048/LeHoarder+wearing+plaid+holiday+dress+and+jacket+from+torrid+x+betsey+johnson+2020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJt6mGYvOSgd4i4S7TOD0g9QE9weCHpTy0oGFRQritidzbpkI0zk7bUIGK-RsbQIK5Rj6Uyi39DsoUPDK5XRbTcUs_zqXUo6znpcPk5bHJxuxc56cWOEMWhSLlz4KzRLp0JE4y37R9s5ww/s16000/LeHoarder+wearing+plaid+holiday+dress+and+jacket+from+torrid+x+betsey+johnson+2020.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I went a little mad for plaid with three pieces from the collection in my look: a lightweight coat, corset-style dress, and </span><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">kitten</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> heel booties (that have a pop of leopard print to go with my hat!). What I love most about these separates is that they can be worn together or with other pieces from my closet. I'm also wearing mismatched hoop earrings from the collection (oops!) but somehow that still feels very Betsey. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I also added in my <a href="https://rstyle.me/+AzFgfd2IOYJgIW7blPF0fQ" target="_blank">Lola</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B8yrCbiJHBb/" target="_blank">fashion week hat</a>, my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2014/06/theyre-real-and-theyre-spectacular.html" target="_blank">75% off Chanel bracelets</a> and a $5 Target cropped tee. Ella actually has a whole stack of those tees in every color because they're so perfect for layering—and they come in sizes XS-4x! I borrowed Greivy's blue Joseph and Stacey bag so I could coordinate with her tights. And I glued on nails from <a href="https://rstyle.me/+fkjRSHouIRw-o428hU_QEg" target="_blank">Kiss</a> to pop the yellow in the plaid. I typically swear by press-on nails but I have the say, as messy as the gluing process can be, they definitely hold on waaaay better. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik86DD0zwLncd5JNGN3pZAlDPzLmOdKCLiUv-JUGgc4C_WKzK_h0lHoe04e3TxwN4B8XGg1Ex_-Wxiu48CoifVjvMD6fpKDM1VJOWOZ5gGDSLiGFMzaPI5-Kcs8Q6TXmuerXm3ptgwNb88/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+plus+size+fashion+blogger+in+plaid+dress+and+boots+from+torrid+x+betsey+johnson+collab.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik86DD0zwLncd5JNGN3pZAlDPzLmOdKCLiUv-JUGgc4C_WKzK_h0lHoe04e3TxwN4B8XGg1Ex_-Wxiu48CoifVjvMD6fpKDM1VJOWOZ5gGDSLiGFMzaPI5-Kcs8Q6TXmuerXm3ptgwNb88/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+plus+size+fashion+blogger+in+plaid+dress+and+boots+from+torrid+x+betsey+johnson+collab.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz4gtn-rpeb3d1xU1kVTklTZZ0-kv1vhrf6jgfGUllbn4tp2CaHoKR5R5CgHdYFd1TH3DLqhH790ZWEtQRlckfLliQmM2yLJ2i2CyJOiO1E2TpgQMUhm8JPC9gSDmAiPPKqx59nUYyK5qN/s2048/greivy+and+lehoarder+wear+plaid+looks+from+betsey+johnson%2527s+2020+holiday+collaboration+with+plus+size+retailer+torrid.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz4gtn-rpeb3d1xU1kVTklTZZ0-kv1vhrf6jgfGUllbn4tp2CaHoKR5R5CgHdYFd1TH3DLqhH790ZWEtQRlckfLliQmM2yLJ2i2CyJOiO1E2TpgQMUhm8JPC9gSDmAiPPKqx59nUYyK5qN/s16000/greivy+and+lehoarder+wear+plaid+looks+from+betsey+johnson%2527s+2020+holiday+collaboration+with+plus+size+retailer+torrid.jpg" /></a></div><p></p></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><div><br /></div></span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be sure to head over to Torrid to check out the collection before everything sells out! Which pieces are your favorites?</span></span></div>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-62899234979438760962020-09-24T15:46:00.001-07:002020-09-24T15:46:50.000-07:00Minkoff and Fashion Week MadnessThis year NYFW didn't look like previous years. Presentations were streamed <a href="https://app.nyfw.com/home">online</a> and you could easily watch from the comfort of home in your tie-dye PJs. There were a few exceptions, and last week I hit the City and headed to Spring Studios for my one IRL rooftop presentation—<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CFPUYBuJZOC/" target="_blank">Rebecca Minkoff</a>. <div><br /></div><div>I'm proud to share that I've once again been included in InStyle.com's plus street style <a href="https://www.instyle.com/fashion/street-style/fashion-week-street-style-plus-size-outfits-2020?slide=9ab631d1-03a7-4b40-8b8a-601ddaec4c74#9ab631d1-03a7-4b40-8b8a-601ddaec4c74" target="_blank">roundup</a>. As I said, I c<span color="rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.95)" style="background-color: white;">hanneled my inner J.Lo with this Baacal maxi wrap dress that reminded me of her iconic Versace dress. I was looking for something with color and movement for my one IRL NYFW presentation at Spring Studios. Added these green Valentino sunglasses and a few pops of white (no white after Labor Day isn’t a thing anymore) to complete the look.</span><br /><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJZX1OmqxX22hI_DMlA3-bWMiBgHIQ_bsx1vpO6L14PtXDRRzqY-W4Apo8OcPzyfbyWMFr38M0ntP9bxtidzE8NPB7YWDW79BtynLl97t5io5RE9rbmgqiY6r1780u1Wj_9W9RXYrliai/s2048/NYC+influencer+Michelle+Blashka+attends+fashion+week+at+spring+studios+in+a+baacal+maxi+dress+in+september+2020..jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEJZX1OmqxX22hI_DMlA3-bWMiBgHIQ_bsx1vpO6L14PtXDRRzqY-W4Apo8OcPzyfbyWMFr38M0ntP9bxtidzE8NPB7YWDW79BtynLl97t5io5RE9rbmgqiY6r1780u1Wj_9W9RXYrliai/s16000/NYC+influencer+Michelle+Blashka+attends+fashion+week+at+spring+studios+in+a+baacal+maxi+dress+in+september+2020..jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Shutting down the big shows leveled the playing field and probably saved the designers hundreds of thousands of dollars in production costs. But as a blogger/influencer it meant the loss of priceless networking and photo opportunities with which we hustle and turn into collaboration opportunities. So when this invite turned up in my inbox a week before the presentation, I couldn't resist. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">What I love about Rebecca's shows is that they're immediately shoppable. Unlike other designers that make you wait months, you can head to her website and shop the looks on the spot. The show was very much her boho chic, rocker girl esthetic but I loved most was her nod to motherhood with a pregnant model and her new Medela collab pump bag hidden in plain sight. My only note is that the models weren't as diverse as years past. I did see a mix of ethnicities but not much for size diversity which was a little disappointing. There were a couple models who looked larger than a size 4 but I guess I shouldn't be surprised because right now there isn't anything larger than an XXL (which is a size 12?!) and that's not even for most items. What she did do right were matching masks for every look—I seriously need them all. I keep checking the site but they haven't seem to have dropped yet. With designer face masks being the new it-accessory, I'm sure they will roll out with the rest of the collection soon.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQPylSqt3ooWcM7-s9VtyEh9NOV6Eo3cN92ImIEVAH_ZNdIJDw0pjeKMa5w1KjXC_KKD29j72FM8bhlhAOWeRUSAqwNizlwK3y0Jmh3qFoY03XdhHlQUA-gKUwAij63TzHK-FrK57fid_B/s2048/Rebecca+Minkoff+Fall+2020+NYFW+rooftop+presentation.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQPylSqt3ooWcM7-s9VtyEh9NOV6Eo3cN92ImIEVAH_ZNdIJDw0pjeKMa5w1KjXC_KKD29j72FM8bhlhAOWeRUSAqwNizlwK3y0Jmh3qFoY03XdhHlQUA-gKUwAij63TzHK-FrK57fid_B/s16000/Rebecca+Minkoff+Fall+2020+NYFW+rooftop+presentation.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitOqhhlxpL9Yhqa9jVOe20R_4Mc5Rx55TaKEvjxgKGcR59-DF4gQjLIPMvNacxwmyxpdlr0gv69f-m2-KaRVRqfNPyYH9NXlYcpZ6MqyhyphenhyphenEBKWgS-3jR7PdG2kI0HJxTTbxi63elmiw32Y/s16000/Rebecca+Minkoff+x+Medela+breast+pump+bag+at+NYFW.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Can you spy the Rebecca Minkoff x Medela pump bag?<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">And frankly after months of quarantine, I missed my fashion friends. Fashion Week usually feels like a reunion when I see my online friends from all over the world amidst the crush of shows, and madness of photographers swarming to catch the shot. It was so good to see Greivy and Wendy—and a bunch of my New York crew who popped up. Overall it felt pretty safe with everyone wearing their masks and keeping their distance. When you entered Spring Studios they took your temperature and guests had a 15 minute time slot for the presentation. Each slot was extremely limited and I went in with Wendy (Greivy had a later slot) and we enjoyed the fresh air and fashion. It was a welcome change compared to last season where you could have easily waited on line for hours only to get in...and still have to battle crowds. Although I confess that last time Ella and I waltzed in to the preview with a connected friend and skipped the line completely. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBcodD2Uzd28sLYHF6ylCrRLKVlk7Hkldvqgnz_SiulDcRJeqfpT7bxPz9X3bJctKw8pe2leU_dsS-POTQFfZ_GFnEL0fFgbIqRiQuiIqwDi56iPVNnsex7C3j8EN0og-Quj_uALctX6f0/s2048/Michelle+Blashka%252C+Greivy+Lou+and+Wendy+Sy+attend+the+Rebecca+Minkoff+NYFW+Fall+2020+presentation+at+Spring+Studios.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1535" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBcodD2Uzd28sLYHF6ylCrRLKVlk7Hkldvqgnz_SiulDcRJeqfpT7bxPz9X3bJctKw8pe2leU_dsS-POTQFfZ_GFnEL0fFgbIqRiQuiIqwDi56iPVNnsex7C3j8EN0og-Quj_uALctX6f0/s16000/Michelle+Blashka%252C+Greivy+Lou+and+Wendy+Sy+attend+the+Rebecca+Minkoff+NYFW+Fall+2020+presentation+at+Spring+Studios.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">I had less than a week to pull together this look so I immediately reached out to a few brands and designers, including Baacal who graciously came through with this <a href="https://www.baacal.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-dress-green-super-bloom?variant=28219970289728">maxi wrap dress No. 27 in green superbloom silk chiffon</a>. If it looks a little familiar it's because I already own it in <a href="https://www.baacal.com/collections/dresses/products/maxi-wrap-dress-rainbow-floral-silk-chiffon?variant=31308861603904" target="_blank">blue</a>--and you may have seen me wear it <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B8q9StSJKMq/" target="_blank">last NYFW</a> or more recently <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CE1rRFXpzVy/" target="_blank">on my feed</a> on a daytrip to Manor Farm in Long Island. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Quick note, I've linked what I could (some </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">affiliate, some not) which means I may get a few pennies when you click thru. My shoe habit thanks you.</span></i></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">And for me, because fit is so key, I wanted something I knew I could take out of the box and put right on without needing to tweak anything. So I really had to choose wisely. Although it did not help that my package got delayed in shipping and I had to drive to the UPS pickup center the morning of the show to grab it so I'd have it in time. I was literally down to the wire. Within hours my sunglasses arrived (also got delayed and I nearly had a heart attack from the stress) so I matched up a few accessories and ran out the door. Ideally I like to plan my fashion weeks looks weeks if not months in advance, but I've always been good at the make-it-work scramble.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGc0ulWfhnftz9jNJ28-MoTQ0itoBaZ4IRM2oAMJ67Mj1T7MJo_xyN_8CDERL4MaqY29xPyO30IeUny_TMd49GFTQtd6j-iquajLghAgD6NL82hJ_9Fmv7YDEZbL6nX1eVFE5RGZ_lDxDh/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+style+blogger+wears+green+plus+size+wrap+dress+from+baacal+to+nyfw.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGc0ulWfhnftz9jNJ28-MoTQ0itoBaZ4IRM2oAMJ67Mj1T7MJo_xyN_8CDERL4MaqY29xPyO30IeUny_TMd49GFTQtd6j-iquajLghAgD6NL82hJ_9Fmv7YDEZbL6nX1eVFE5RGZ_lDxDh/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+style+blogger+wears+green+plus+size+wrap+dress+from+baacal+to+nyfw.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I personally look for forever pieces to add to my wardrobe. From this look, only the dress and sunglasses are new—the rest are from my closet. Cynthia Vincent designs sustainably with limited run collections (and with upcycled, vintage and existing materials) in sizes 10-22 that are made in the US. Fashion isn't supposed to be disposable and I'm honored to work with designers like Cynthia who focus on sustainability, luxury and fit for larger sizes.</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">I should note that these dresses are sheer so I wore this one with a white Torrid slip from <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2020/08/the-problems-with-plus.html" target="_blank">this</a> dress but I'm wishing I went with a nude. I already have a yellow Staud belt and bag from their sample sale set aside for the next time I wear it...</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCDnSL-tsxQ2BcWj_UY00BG6qiDq_p7VmwDuy493IceeT9BR4fQqDLuuYSYZ1pwek_zJRDPAganvfGE1VjO5JC7LpEbXCgJFzTI47tjGbn0qPlb1pRbZue9gHjjQqicimzc2-IjfPm8fsP/s2048/LeHoarder+at+NYFW+in+a+baacal+superbloom+silk+wrap+dress+and+white+joseph+and+stacey+mini+bag.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCDnSL-tsxQ2BcWj_UY00BG6qiDq_p7VmwDuy493IceeT9BR4fQqDLuuYSYZ1pwek_zJRDPAganvfGE1VjO5JC7LpEbXCgJFzTI47tjGbn0qPlb1pRbZue9gHjjQqicimzc2-IjfPm8fsP/s16000/LeHoarder+at+NYFW+in+a+baacal+superbloom+silk+wrap+dress+and+white+joseph+and+stacey+mini+bag.jpg" /></a></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkHDtBBfTmW0_4JB-pCOGy8k4JgPZ4vITB9hu3zIum_4rFkMNd3eJqTllIy9MsivNtwbU2ASFrm9_bxIZw8UXC1BYUyLjtgYGfyezfmOjZ2vag8p1_EsNMEJnizHjmhY_fVFJk_hHgwL8z/s2048/NYC+fashion+blogger+LeHoarder+wears+green+valentino+sunglasses+from+sunglass+hut+to+fall+fashion+week+2020..jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkHDtBBfTmW0_4JB-pCOGy8k4JgPZ4vITB9hu3zIum_4rFkMNd3eJqTllIy9MsivNtwbU2ASFrm9_bxIZw8UXC1BYUyLjtgYGfyezfmOjZ2vag8p1_EsNMEJnizHjmhY_fVFJk_hHgwL8z/s16000/NYC+fashion+blogger+LeHoarder+wears+green+valentino+sunglasses+from+sunglass+hut+to+fall+fashion+week+2020..jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Earrings: <a href="https://stellaandruby.com/product/star-duster-earring/" target="_blank">Stella and Ruby</a> c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunglasses: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+uCsni67EWIxtBYqEqsXuXw" target="_blank">Valentino</a>, Sunglass Hut c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dress: <a href="https://www.baacal.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-dress-green-super-bloom?variant=28219970289728" target="_blank">Baacal</a> c/o (I'm wearing the size 1 which is 10-12)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bag: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+diDotQoZL0kRsoM4oMgV3A" target="_blank">Joseph and Stacey</a> c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ring: <a href="https://www.lagos.com/rings/ksl-02-80703" target="_blank">Lagos</a> c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Nails: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+gkTOahfOepqqw_PK_t6a7Q" target="_blank">Popsocket</a> c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Boots: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+G49bOprzgm85iVbZxjUZZg" target="_blank">Daniella Shevel</a> c/o</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can shop this look and similar styles here:</span></div></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div data-sc-widget-id="P-5f6cfcef2b888266f8655679"></div><script async="" src="//widgets.shopstyle.com/shopstyle-widget-snippet.js"></script></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">And as always, everything worked out in the end. Although I wish I remembered to stop and take a breath, and really enjoy the moment. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Did you watch the shows online? Which was your favorite?</span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>XO</i></span></div></div>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-15786543208421679622020-09-18T02:57:00.008-07:002020-09-18T04:12:07.539-07:00What Mid-Size (or Almost Any Size) Gals Need From H&M Right Now<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj10UmFduONFodQVVv5zHc-avnwyrr2S2nu6jgbvzBoEK7Z87qUNE_1QpQJM5czk86NrzU6CyZlUSqHe4KfW7HH4vF0wkEE9i_Md5-LxMyvWPV9ptzNk3aBF0gxdAW-b1M6CCUGO4_mrkYF/s2048/LeHoarder+NYC+Influencer+wears+a+H%2526M+shacket+and+miu+miu+velvet+platform+studded+booties+for+fall.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj10UmFduONFodQVVv5zHc-avnwyrr2S2nu6jgbvzBoEK7Z87qUNE_1QpQJM5czk86NrzU6CyZlUSqHe4KfW7HH4vF0wkEE9i_Md5-LxMyvWPV9ptzNk3aBF0gxdAW-b1M6CCUGO4_mrkYF/s16000/LeHoarder+NYC+Influencer+wears+a+H%2526M+shacket+and+miu+miu+velvet+platform+studded+booties+for+fall.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>With the change of seasons I often feel a little anxiety about what I'm going to wear. Thanks to age and quarantine I've added a few more pounds to my frame. Every time I put on weight I try to take things in stride and challenge myself with finding new pieces to add to the mix and build off of what I already own in my closet. As I moved into the mid-size & plus-size space I had a harder time finding affordable pieces that looked luxe. While most of H&M's pieces run XXS-XXL (and I typically take a large), they do have more and more plus pieces which runs up to a 4XL. Just know that stuff sells out fast (and no guarantee of restock) so if you see something you like—grab it! </p><p>This post is not sponsored by H&M but they did gift me several of these pieces—thanks guys! And I'll try to link up what I can with affiliate links, which basically means I get a few pennies when you click on and purchase from my links. </p><p>First let's start with my "shacket." I'm still not clear on exactly what a shacket is but it translates to a shirt-jacket. And frankly I like saying the word. Shacket, shacket, shacket. I actually spotted this one in a photo display in their store window over the summer and I think I may have screamed a little. I stalked the site until it finally dropped online. It was love at first sight and I knew it was going to be my go-to jacket for fall/winter. Don't get me wrong, it's not for everyone. Going to back what we discussed in my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2020/08/the-problems-with-plus.html" target="_blank">last post</a>, it may not be something traditionally "flattering" but that shouldn't matter if it's something you love. It may not work for you because it is a lot of material and can overwhelm you, but there was something so chic about it so I just had to try. Note that most of their shackets size up to XXL with a only a couple shorter versions in the larger sized. Mixed it up with my Miu Miu velvet platform booties that I scored for almost 90% off at the end of season last year. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD-e-xsSefSaYwf5gpxrtaQZKDt7KxK6MI9lrUER1JrQvjLB6O8IfMjpXKecjOB63Lrcrl95wIoEwzQeulsvJjqG2TVHd98v4ufrywR_6b0RTtKJgxAhKTqbXO77jI3az216fICgaeY1f-/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+LeHoarder+in+H%2526M+black+and+white+shacket+and+belt+bag.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD-e-xsSefSaYwf5gpxrtaQZKDt7KxK6MI9lrUER1JrQvjLB6O8IfMjpXKecjOB63Lrcrl95wIoEwzQeulsvJjqG2TVHd98v4ufrywR_6b0RTtKJgxAhKTqbXO77jI3az216fICgaeY1f-/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+LeHoarder+in+H%2526M+black+and+white+shacket+and+belt+bag.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>From top to bottom:</p><p>Hat: Zara, sale rack $5.99</p><p>Sunglasses: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+2VdY5cCTYSaIL1ao8N6hQQ" target="_blank">Mulberry & Grand</a> c/o</p><p>Shacket: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+dvP4PGMIpMQye5LXpFcMZQ" target="_blank">H&M</a> (sold out but check back for restock and they have other patterns available) c/o</p><p>Belt bag: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+W17NL_GpMU5RXqWmCB9rTQ" target="_blank">H&M</a> c/o</p><p>Dress: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+keRkvFR7StGxSoIeSBCanw" target="_blank">H&M</a> sale rack $4 (I grab their basic tee dresses by the handful)</p><p>Boots: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+E1eZcLlkN9UxAxf9JH4niw">Miu Miu</a>, $148 (RV $990), The Outnet<br /></p><p>Nails: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+8ijzjT6jnz9kleHeA7L0bg" target="_blank">Popsockets</a> Mani-Phoni (press-on nails have a matching Popsocket for your phone!) c/o</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBByybqoKUlrRnWJ0JgWk0Ifxlb10EmY4K-Jd2Vl79xHRWHAX7MNnfx5_cqb4I37wfNf3W5aHZ0ugzb8vjJh9DOxV8L-qcGdjK3pz0xzJlXyPZwnIejUyBHz1J8jzGzDvQaTdWIbyjuZSn/s2048/LeHoarder+NYC+style+influencer+in+fashion+week+inspired+look+in+H%2526M+midi+pleated+dress+with+volume+sleeves.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBByybqoKUlrRnWJ0JgWk0Ifxlb10EmY4K-Jd2Vl79xHRWHAX7MNnfx5_cqb4I37wfNf3W5aHZ0ugzb8vjJh9DOxV8L-qcGdjK3pz0xzJlXyPZwnIejUyBHz1J8jzGzDvQaTdWIbyjuZSn/s16000/LeHoarder+NYC+style+influencer+in+fashion+week+inspired+look+in+H%2526M+midi+pleated+dress+with+volume+sleeves.jpg" /></a></div></div><p><br /></p><p>For my next look, it was all about this dress. As a dress girl, I usually focus my shopping on dresses (and coats) in shapes that will work for my curves. Because I'm short-waisted, I would have preferred a higher waistline but this one was workable. I know that my friend Greivy has this dress in blue and she belted hers. I also love a voluminous sleeve to cover the little extra I'm carrying on my upper arms. And if you were looking for a Bottega dupe, this quilted vegan bag from House of Want for under 100 bucks may be just what you need.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWqNDb5RFrSSFbitKTbnymmkVH3_Sqs84mPpg6w5oTNktJOP7XiAcT6OIW2O9vjs483KtwtV5dXisiA-09afwUH5HyZ9XeqtjoAGyfdJgujIzCMFlls7VAJY6Qz66YEQ6g124vm5w3ffO/s2048/Michelle+Blashka+in+H%2526M+brown+croc+print+dress+and+house+of+want+quilted+vegan+bag.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWqNDb5RFrSSFbitKTbnymmkVH3_Sqs84mPpg6w5oTNktJOP7XiAcT6OIW2O9vjs483KtwtV5dXisiA-09afwUH5HyZ9XeqtjoAGyfdJgujIzCMFlls7VAJY6Qz66YEQ6g124vm5w3ffO/s16000/Michelle+Blashka+in+H%2526M+brown+croc+print+dress+and+house+of+want+quilted+vegan+bag.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>Hat: Zara, sale rack $5.99 (hey, I'm a repeater)</p><p>Sunglasses: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+5uNlfQJuXir75Xu9K58VRg" target="_blank">Valentino</a>, Sunglass Hut c/o</p><p>Necklace: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+8Vu9Blj6WzWRoWFzkT_P5A" target="_blank">Sequin NYC</a>, c/o</p><p>Dress: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+pW3DW2EtzNyPazkf8_026A" target="_blank">H&M</a> c/o</p><p>Bag: <a href="https://rstyle.me/+f3TF462YARguDKDIm7PzwA" target="_blank">House of Want</a> c/o</p><p>Sandals: Nicholas Kirkwood, sample sale (90% off—a few years old already)</p><p><br /></p><p>Shop these styles (and some inexpensive versions too) here:</p><p></p><div data-sc-widget-id="P-5f6385beba0c7566467b3a30"></div><script async="" src="//widgets.shopstyle.com/shopstyle-widget-snippet.js"></script><p></p><p><br /></p><p>They also sent over a few looks for the kids for back to school. I decided to try to do more coordinating than matching to showcase their own personal style. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguSjy8Pe1yItbbdK7wGqzYYwdrWtYdUQm8hUpsZLegmjjL_V0wScQngheTiazWQnT4fAqBhBh2YWBO2hp6XsJQNju32u53XtROhpYaymPNf0kFv_w81u2auICLUrBZf8DrGgCV_pkjZLAr/s2048/MissEllaSophie+ItsAwesomeAva+and+ParkerKeva1+in+back+to+school+looks+from+H%2526M.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguSjy8Pe1yItbbdK7wGqzYYwdrWtYdUQm8hUpsZLegmjjL_V0wScQngheTiazWQnT4fAqBhBh2YWBO2hp6XsJQNju32u53XtROhpYaymPNf0kFv_w81u2auICLUrBZf8DrGgCV_pkjZLAr/s16000/MissEllaSophie+ItsAwesomeAva+and+ParkerKeva1+in+back+to+school+looks+from+H%2526M.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi904TtTlKGhCZo_LsKSDhtO6xEIbHS5-BzQzuI3L10VlTire28ZGWK7lb6AeaZ3DQu5vtQGwezNhHtL5zjtZmOl3rU9OHpAAENZGwz6UKSHRyNFnwFAeUaY2mKB_mX6oRM3M1Qy8dJgHgG/s2048/Mini+Influencers+MissEllaSophie+and+ItsAwesomeAva+in++back+to+school+style+from+h%2526m+fall+2020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi904TtTlKGhCZo_LsKSDhtO6xEIbHS5-BzQzuI3L10VlTire28ZGWK7lb6AeaZ3DQu5vtQGwezNhHtL5zjtZmOl3rU9OHpAAENZGwz6UKSHRyNFnwFAeUaY2mKB_mX6oRM3M1Qy8dJgHgG/s16000/Mini+Influencers+MissEllaSophie+and+ItsAwesomeAva+in++back+to+school+style+from+h%2526m+fall+2020.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaHm_jcfggMvf0p-BCpK9oRMF5f6UaWw08CmV2AxsmDCsWgBGdl5iNOw3FTN4l9nDUwk15wXE8Smiscx5huSaaVsgEV_-Ek3jt3R8SLAEwZ_FkfqPjLALjBkGEjPAzcXdOneZSZ0Q9FURx/s2048/LeHoarder+Back+to+School+Fall+2020+with+H%2526M.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaHm_jcfggMvf0p-BCpK9oRMF5f6UaWw08CmV2AxsmDCsWgBGdl5iNOw3FTN4l9nDUwk15wXE8Smiscx5huSaaVsgEV_-Ek3jt3R8SLAEwZ_FkfqPjLALjBkGEjPAzcXdOneZSZ0Q9FURx/s16000/LeHoarder+Back+to+School+Fall+2020+with+H%2526M.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>A few of my secrets to shopping H&M:</p><p>1. Create an account and heart your favorites. I check my hearts daily to see if any of my out of stock faves were restocked. Not to mention your favorites may come back in another color. </p><p>2. When shopping online, you can stack 2 codes. </p><p>3. If you have very thin teen or tween girls, be sure to check out women's not kids. Ella can fit the XXS & XS women's (especially their younger Divided line) perfectly yet the size 12 girls may fall right off of her. <span> </span></p><p>4. In-store sale racks at the end of season will often have tons for $3, $4 or $5, so always be sure to take a peek when you pop by the store. </p><p><br /></p><p>Is H&M one of your go-to stores? What's on your fall wishlist?</p><p><br /></p><p>XOXO</p><p><i>M</i></p>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-38886030072530361232020-08-31T12:02:00.003-07:002020-08-31T15:01:45.690-07:00The Problems With Plus <p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">My latest Instagram caption was running waaaay too long so I decided it's time we talk about plus and mid-size fashion—and size-inclusivity. If you're looking for body positivity this might not be the place for you. It's something I struggle with. I work off of a fake it till you make it </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">attitude</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> with most things in life, so while some days I'm feeling it, there are plenty days that I'm not. So if you're easily triggered you might want to stop here.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8FUngvI7OtvW95PGAvWDLYTC1F8MoSGHkHrho-EoNuDUWNn1BJzfTlO6KFqqWt2fQv4p327iBYVkffkQOztq-EGPiFceueUuiTKCk_Hdkerz9yDcK-pX1ulqy1aYHrLIoaZmb7edsSUqT/s2048/LeHoarder+Torrid+plus+size+tie+dye+print+wrap+dress+and+daybreaks+blue+sandals..jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8FUngvI7OtvW95PGAvWDLYTC1F8MoSGHkHrho-EoNuDUWNn1BJzfTlO6KFqqWt2fQv4p327iBYVkffkQOztq-EGPiFceueUuiTKCk_Hdkerz9yDcK-pX1ulqy1aYHrLIoaZmb7edsSUqT/w750-h1000/LeHoarder+Torrid+plus+size+tie+dye+print+wrap+dress+and+daybreaks+blue+sandals..jpg" width="750" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">In high school I was a size 4 and my younger sister (who's 2 years younger) was a size 14. People called her fat or told her she had a pretty face and all that BS. But what she had (that I lacked) was confidence. Boys flocked to her. Meanwhile I hid in my room with my girlfriends and we giggled because were too afraid to speak to boys. They actually called us "the gigglies". </span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-54d23b4e-7fff-76d5-dbc8-a8024873e50e"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">That said, she gave up on clothing at an early age. Back then there was nothing cute or age appropriate for a young girl to wear if she was a bigger size. It was all matronly, frumpy, and not much fun. </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">And forget shoes. She wears a 12WW which is next to impossible for anything other than sneakers. I did find her a <a href="https://rstyle.me/+sLSbCNmJKOurh3YpYutDwg" target="_blank">style</a> of Fit Flop size 11 slides that worked for her wider flat feet and high instep and she's been re-buying them ever since. She even wears them in the winter. Luckily I'm only a 9.5 (and not wide) or I don't know what I would do. To this day she hates to shop (even though plus has come a long way) and we just don't share my love affair with fashion. And frankly, I don't blame her.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I was a teenager in late 80's & 90s so even I found myself in oversized fits and a lot of Gap clothing from the men's sale rack. Grunge was a thing. But growing up in a Jewish religious/orthodox household I was also more covered up for modesty (tzniut) and the message I received was that our bodies had to be hidden (fat or skinny) and coupled with being naturally thin and being told I was too skinny—</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">it was years before I was comfortable in my own skin. </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So when I found myself in the mid-size/plus space a couple years ago I initially panicked remembering my sister's childhood shopping trauma. At first I would squeeze into 12 and 14 straight size pieces but it was a challenge finding the right shapes for my figure. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I finally starting playing around with plus brands and ran into a few fit issues: </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Why so do many plus styles have narrow fitted upper arms? When I gained weight, I gained there too. And when you're over 40, weight loves to stick there.</span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">2. Not all plus people have huge boobs. I'm a D but most plus pieces are cut for even larger. What about gals who are smaller? </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">3. 99% of plus wrap dresses are mock wraps. But I prefer true wrap dresses to fit my proportionally smaller waist and bust. And half the time brands don't disclose if it's a true wrap or not so I'm left guessing. I love Tanya Taylor but I've learned the hard way that the hips are too narrow, top is too big—all because she only does mock wraps. If they did a true wrap version I'd be wearing them daily. </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Not all plus women have the same shape. I'm still a pear. Well, more hourglass these days. But I'm finding most plus styles are for apple shapes. All these shapes need to be represented in a plus collection. </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Last year when Eloquii offered free alterations at a few of their stores I grabbed my trusty Ikea bag, filled it with every Eloquii piece I owned, and ran to the NYC store. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">5. Most plus seems to be cut for taller women. I'm an average 5'5" (but short-waisted) and I have a hard time drowning in designs that seem to be made for a 6 foot woman. What are even shorter, petite-plus women supposed to wear? There is a HUGE gap in the market there. </span></span></p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">6. Not every garment needs pockets and/or lining. I know some people like them but I don't. I'd rather wear my own slip or shape wear. And I don't like when pockets fall on the widest point on my hips. I'm already self-conscious about that spot. I don't want to add any bulk there. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Which brings me to this Torrid dress. It's a freakin unicorn. Unlike so many plus wrap dresses, this one has a true wrap so I can fit my bust and waistline to perfection. And I was able to cut out the inner slip (it's a great slip and I can wear it with other stuff but I always prefer lighter weight fabrics to skim the body) and wear with a nude bra and nude shaper shorts. I love the upper arm coverage and the subtle peek of shoulder. </span></span></p><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There isn't a lot of sizing left but it initially came in 10-30 (I'm wearing the 12). If you're lucky you can score one for just $22.79 right now (was $75.50). I was nervous to order it because on the website they didn't have a lot of reviews and there were zero pics on a model or reviewer, but I'm guessing it didn't blow out for those reasons alone. I was surprised I couldn't find any Insta pics of this dress on anyone because it's so good. It was tie dye-ish in the summer of tie-dye and it's so light and airy—it really is the perfect summer dress. I also think it will transition into early fall if I switch up the bag.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2IOQa9zzp4esAr8rOrx7pncRKPnorWDxOZcej-soLqwEWLTS3hxlCFr9Sj4q5MuCiNqY_N38drxnXaNnR-DRrnwzZlHJ0GnrNJX1XGrLDEsEJ2qEEY4WABnNZq9bw-8EAiKHT0xrAMlmv/s2048/LeHoarder+The+Problems+With+Plus+Size+Clothing.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2IOQa9zzp4esAr8rOrx7pncRKPnorWDxOZcej-soLqwEWLTS3hxlCFr9Sj4q5MuCiNqY_N38drxnXaNnR-DRrnwzZlHJ0GnrNJX1XGrLDEsEJ2qEEY4WABnNZq9bw-8EAiKHT0xrAMlmv/w750-h1000/LeHoarder+The+Problems+With+Plus+Size+Clothing.jpg" width="750" /></a></span></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can shop my unicorn dress, and the rest of my look here: </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.glassespros.com/lafont-bright.html?selectsku=lafont-bright-3100s-blue-56-18-138&gclid=cj0kcqjwv7l6brdxarisagj-34qrdxmm3uhribsmfrcvmpau1ej_dl-itquilad2vpw1tibp0i6quymaajiuealw_wcb" target="_blank">Sunglasses</a>: Lafont Paris, c/o</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/+cgl363tz6pGF2jCgDbpseA" target="_blank">Necklace</a>: Sequin NYC, c/o</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.torrid.com/product/blue-tie-dye-gauze-cold-shoulder-wrap-midi-dress/12869613.html?_br_psugg_q=wrap+dress">Dress</a>: Torrid, was $75.50, now $22.79</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/+gL9a_32RumGzOTkbujundA" target="_blank">Bag</a>: Staud, sample sale score, $35? It was last day markdowns... </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.ninashoes.com/collections/daybreaksshoes" target="_blank">Shoes</a>: Daybreaks, c/o</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>(Note: some links are affiliate links and some aren't. Meaning I make a couple pennies if you click on some. And the others I share anyway because I hate those people who won't link up just because they won't make any money on it.)</i></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Also including some favorite size inclusive and/or plus styles that have caught my eye:</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><div data-sc-widget-id="P-5f4d39e7ba0c7550da9f0b85"></div><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><script async="" src="//widgets.shopstyle.com/shopstyle-widget-snippet.js"></script></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I'm finding that some plus brands are more size-inclusive than others. I personally look for sites like 11 Honoré and Torrid that start at size 10/12 and go up to 30 (sometimes higher). </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don't get me wrong, I love Eloquii but I wish they regularly included 10-12 too. Their last special <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B25KiqWpmlE/" target="_blank">collection with R29</a> started at a 12 and I snapped up a bunch. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sites like ASOS and H&M are not traditionally plus but now have lots of plus options too. ASOS is awesome because it has petite, plus and tall sizing for women. My <a href="https://rstyle.me/+xD-i-5Z97LoyvC4iZAG8Og" target="_blank">pink NYFW dress</a> was featured (with me in it) on <a href="https://www.instyle.com/fashion/plus-size-street-style-gallery-nyfw-september-2019?slide=e2b9ce71-ed6e-499c-94a7-272d3610fe59#e2b9ce71-ed6e-499c-94a7-272d3610fe59" target="_blank">InStyle.com</a> and on their Instagram feed—and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> still gets random likes on my feed (seen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2Ozj2SJBt-/" target="_blank">here</a>). It now comes in <a href="https://rstyle.me/+RM8cUCWyMjzgjI87KaTMmA" target="_blank">green</a> in curve sizing too. Universal Standard goes next level with inclusivity with sizes 00-40. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Overall, I consider myself lucky. I have so many more options than my sister had. I also acknowledge that I have a different experience than so many in the plus community (like my sister) because I didn't grow up plus. We're not even gonna get into who's marginalized and not marginalized today, that's a whole other post. </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">It can still be challenging, but when I find clothing that fits (it seems I can no longer use the word flattering because evidently that's triggering for some) and makes me happy,</span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> it makes it all worth it. And don't get me wrong, clothing that's traditionally "unflattering" is ok too if that's your choice. Fashion rules went out the window ages ago. Fat girls can wear crop tops and bike shorts too. Do what makes you happy. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I'm almost a little embarrassed to say that </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I used to refer to clothing as skinny Michelle clothing (which was my idealized version of self) and fat Michelle clothing (makeshift clothing to get by until I could fit my skinny clothing again). I also used to use a term called punishment clothing (ugh) which was when I would get a few pieces in a larger size to wear until I lost the few pounds I gained. So while the concept was good (it's so important to always have clothing that fits and makes you feel good about yourself to motivate you to get yourself out of bed in the morning) the term was terrible. I shouldn't punish myself for gaining a few pounds. What we all need is a little more forgiveness around here.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I had a fellow mid-size/plus influencer friend recently tell me that she had cut back on posting because of all the hate she was getting for promoting a "unhealthy lifestyle" just for sharing her killer style and basically just existing. She's not even that big—she's tall and stunning. And that made me so mad. I'm guessing she had an influx of these losers because of a few recent viral-ish videos and posts. Which is why I told her she had to keep up the momentum and and keep representing. All that extra attention (even if negative) means her voice has power and you can't let anyone take your power or your voice. EVER. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Why do we exclusively judge and define people by weight alone? </span><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">How can we ever make peace with our bodies and feel good about ourselves if that's the only conversation? How about we start normalizing all bodies, shapes, colors, sexuality, races and religions. It's 2020 people. Different is okay. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So there ya go. I'm putting all my truths out there. I think I've been silent for so long over here because I wasn't ready for this conversation. I have so many started half posts that I just couldn't finish. 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Happy 2020! Decided to kick of the year with a new post with all my epic sale finds of late. Last week TJ Maxx and Marshalls kicked off their yellow sticker clearance sale and I killed it. I also grabbed a few goodies at the Altuzarra NYC sample sale, which I almost skipped. So glad I didn't listen to my friend who told me not to bother...<br />
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This is not a drill people. You need to RUN to your local TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores because it's yellow sticker clearance time! Check out my close-up video that I shared on Insta <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7RJUz6Jv3J/">here</a>. This only happens 2x year and now is the time to hunt for all your favorite designer duds on the cheap. If you've missed the first round, don't fret. They usually follow it up a couple weeks in with a second round of markdowns so it's still worth a peek.<br />
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I always get a ton of questions about the yellow sticker sale so let's break it down. It happens at TJ Maxx, Marshalls and Home Goods but always go to your local TJ Maxx Runway locations first for the good stuff. You can search for Runway locations on their website on their store locator. Runway stores have mini designer sections (as opposed to a stray piece or two) so you have a better chance of scoring.<br />
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My <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7G9VshJYdh/">Longchamp Le Pliage logo tote</a> is currently full price for $245 at Bloomies but I scored mine for $49! Did I mention I also scored a 2k Chloe bag for under $200?
I got lucky because I got there before these were yellow ticketed (it's all in the timing!) but the lady ahead of me walked away with 2 Gucci totes for about $200 each. They weren't my style so no FOMO here. And before you ask where this was, don't bother, another lady after me who was clearly a reseller cleared them out minutes later.<br />
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- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Jpfdqpjsr/">Chloe mini quilted Drew</a>, RV $1,950, paid $199 (This went viral on Insta LOL)<br />
- Chloe Anna bag, RV $1,850, paid $399<br />
- Longchamp Le Pliage logo small tote, RV $249, paid $49<br />
- Kendrascott Val hoops, RV $75, paid $12<br />
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You always have to check the retail value because it's usually lower on the tag. For example, the Kendra Scott hoops are marked value $36, but the original tag with the $75 price is still attached. And my Chloe Drew is marked $1,590 but if you Google it you'll see the RV was higher too.<br />
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Ghianda Pearly Suede Top-Handle bag $200<br />
Runway boots from Fall '19 $50<br />
Black & white booties $35<br />
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Most bags were from 2017/2018 but I saw some 2019 too. Meghan Markle has been seen with a similar bag to mine in blue. I wanted the black suede because all my other black bags are leather and the pearl detail is on trend at the moment. And the great thing about having giant feet is that I can buy the models' runway shoes on the cheap.<br />
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Feel free to share the retail values of these things if you can find them. So less than $300 for over 4k in merch. Not bad if I say so myself—even if I may have had a bit of a disagreement with the designer's mom. A few people have asked about that story so here goes...<br />
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I was between events so I ran to the sale and then texted my girl Greivy to join. As I waited I saw a woman trying things on for her husband and she seemed a little unsure of herself. She had some great pieces and she just couldn't decide. She was cute and tiny and looked great in pretty much everything. She had on this cropped bustier/one armed checked blazer that was amazing. She kept pulling at it and felt it was a little big. I chimed in that they were cut for 6-foot tall runway models and she was petite so it might need a quick adjustment. She tried it on with a skirt so I suggested a high waisted pant or a button down blouse under...or maybe layer it over a chunky sweater dress....and that's when an older women screamed out, "absolutely not. I'm the designer's mother and that's not how it was meant to be worn." So I just looked at her (probably with a FACE) and said "there's no singular vision for fashion. Can't it be open to interpretation?" Seriously, how many people wear things exactly how they see them on the runway? She kinda studdered something back (honestly I'm not even sure what she said) but looked at me like I was the idiot. As a stylist I'm always looking for a fresh perspective. Not to mention. isn't the customer always right? And I would have rocked that piece over a ribbed sweater dress if it was my size.<br />
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Truth be told they aren't the nicest in that showroom. But the prices make it worth the abuse. The zipper on my $50 runway boots is broken so I asked for a small discount and they looked at me like I had two heads. I get it, it's already super cheap but another worker had suggested it and told me to ask at the front. Guess not. They also told me they don't give dust bags for bag purchases, but they did have them with some of the $50 last season shoes. So bottom line, not the friendliest experience but tons of great deals to be had. And you also don't have to go first day because they do restock, but better stuff does go first.<br />
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The Zara sale is seriously heating up. Now is when I start grabbing cute pieces for NYFW.<br />
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I've been finding some fun pieces for 80% off <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bcTTR">Moda Operandi</a> and they keep adding and slashing prices so you might want to check that sale out too.<br />
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And I did find a couple pieces at the <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bcTTU">ASOS</a> sale too. Love that they have sizes small to plus!<br />
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<a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/bcTTY">Century 21</a> has 85% off but don't get me started on how good it used to be LOL. They did have an extra 20% off red tickets this past weekend and I suspect that may come back. I almost went to the downtown store on Friday but I got on the train uptown by mistake and it was getting late so I skipped. Eh, there's always another sale or another deal...<br />
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Now tell me your best shopping deal from last week! And feel free to ask all your sale questions below!<br />
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Not all jeans are created equal. You can either spend hours in a fitting room in tears with stacks and stack of jeans that don't fit, or just pick up a pair of Democracy's "Ab"Solution jeans and change your life. Their signature no gap waistband, slimming mesh panels, and sculpting stretch fabric, allows for a perfect fit. Every time.<br />
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Confession. I haven't worn jeans in a while. In my head I didn't think I could wear them over a size 6. But even when I was smaller, I always had a hard time finding denim to fit my curves. And I never had that mythical thigh gap—even at size 2. I always had a smaller waist and curvier everything else. So the answer was to tailor my jeans—or just give up and wear a dress.<br />
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But with jeans, like any other piece of clothing, you need to know your body and know how to find cuts that will fit and flatter. Right now I look for a narrow tailored leg to elongate, a high waist to cover my mommy belly, and lots and lots of stretch. What I really love about Democracy's "Ab"Solution denim is their fit. Democracy jeans are fitted with a no-gap elastic through the waist and a power mesh panel—to keep your jeans in place, and flatten and smooth just where you need it. And their power sculpting stretch fabric is magic. So comfortable and perfect for all day wear!<br />
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I'm wearing a size 12 in all three styles. The Indigo "Ab"solution Jeggings and Black Highrise Ankle "Ab"solution Jeans fit perfectly but for some reason the "Flex"ellent Notch Hem Jeans don't have as much stretch and I probably could have sized up for more of a relaxed boyfriend jeans look. But all I know is that every single pair of Democracy jeans pulled up and zipped close. Every. Single. One. It made for one painless dressing room experience. They also feature sweetheart yoke stitching and strategically placed back pockets to give the appearance of a booty lift. #yesplease<br />
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I love an good dark Indigo denim and these are probably my favorite of the bunch. These "Ab"solution Jeggings have a 30" inseam. For reference, I'm 5'5" and typically look for 30 inches or less in an inseam. I've paired it with a Democracy Clothing tee as well. Just add heels and a tailored coat for a little casual street chic.<br />
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What's so special about these black out Democracy jeans is that they are fade resistant. These are the Modern "Ab"solution high rise ankle length jeans with a 28" inseam. I added lots of leopard for a while lotta fun. It's the perfect formula for casual street style.<br />
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These "Flex"ellent high rise slim straight leg notch frayed hem jeans are screaming for a cute bootie. These run a little shorter with a 27" inseam. I've paired it with Democracy's asymmetrical cut-out top and a teddy coat—perfect for freezing NYC weather.<br />
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Decided to try something new with the notch hem but as you can see, I look taller and narrower in the other cuts. The style is a slim cut but for some reason it looks like a more relaxed fit on me.<br />
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What do you look for in your denim? For me it's all about comfort and fit and these Democracy Jeans fit the bill to perfection. I strongly recommend trying a pair of "Ab"Solution denim for yourself and see the difference. Honestly these are game changers.<br />
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Thank you to Democracy Clothing for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.<br />
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<i><br /></i>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-76017630880394962962019-01-21T19:40:00.000-08:002019-02-22T15:14:39.794-08:00Rainbow Brightest <br />
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Decided to kick-off 2019 with a little rainbow style. After my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqffV3eA9yk/">InStyle Magazine feature </a>in my rainbow dress I've decided to embrace a whole lotta color. I took the minis to NYC for our annual outing to American Girl for New Year's Day and luckily we were blessed with a mild 50-degree day—otherwise there is no way we could have shot our street style. Compared to the single digits we've been having recently, we considered ourselves lucky. And yes, my pics were taken by my super talented 11-year-old daughter, Ella.<br />
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Sunglasses: Shein, $4<br />
Earrings: Sarara Couture, c/o (RV $145)<br />
Sweater: 525 America, purchased with a gifted gift card (RV $98)<br />
Jacket: Missguided, $52, c/o<br />
Skirt: Tory Burch, Rent the Runway (RV $398)<br />
Bracelets: Hermes, sample sale, $300 (RV $600) and A.V. Max NYC, sample sale, c/o<br />
Nails: Impress Manicure x Alice and Olivia, c/o (RV $7.99)<br />
Bag: Bill Blass, c/o (RV $488)<br />
Shoes: Modern Vice, sample sale, $50 (RV $398)<br />
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Exciting news! Both Modern Vice and Bill Blass are having sample sales this week. You too will have the chance so score my amazing Becky bag and Bolt boots for super cheap prices—see below for full sale deets. Even more exciting, I will be going live on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Instagram</a> and posting an IGTV from the VIP preview (this Thursday) for Bill Blass. If you don't live in NYC you will have the chance to watch and shop the sale from home—watch my IG stories for updates!<br />
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My girls are twinning in their Habitual Kid looks and <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/deyhpfb277x">Nina Kids</a> boots. At this point they style themselves so Ella decided to show her personality with my Marc Jacobs headband (several seasons old) and a mini Rebecca Minkoff Love bag. I did get her some smaller straps at the sample sale that she mixes and matches with her bags—just like her mama. Ava's belt bag is a $13 score from <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/deyhfxb277x">Shein</a>. My girls often raid my closet for accessories. I'm gonna be in serious trouble when they start fitting my shoes.<br />
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As for shopping this week, it's the tail end of department store discounts and the NYC Manolo Blahnik store just had another markdown. Century 21 has started markdowns but it's just not like the good ole days. Personally I'm sitting out for now but if things change I'll be sure to share. Wondering if anyone has seen any yellow sticker markdowns at TJ Maxx or Marshalls—I feel like it's that time of year...<br />
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Current sample sales of note are Bill Blass and Modern Vice. Bill Blass will have bags, shoes and ready to wear for up to 90% off. Modern Vice has boots from $49-249. They have an online sale as well but in my experience you can negotiate better deals in person, especially if you are buying a couple pairs. I'll probably be heading back there this week for round two.<br />
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<b>Modern Vice</b><br />
January 14-25 (but they may extend...)<br />
M-F, 11-7<br />
247 W 38th St, 3rd Fl<br />
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<b>Bill Blass</b><br />
January 25-26<br />
F 11-6, Sat 11-4<br />
236 5th Avenue, 2nd Fl<br />
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What sales are on your radar for this week? Be sure to comment your best recent deals below!<br />
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So it's been a while since I've really scored at Nordstrom Rack and I can't even tell you how mad I was when I heard my local Rack put out a ton of designer refurbs out on Saturday. The Rack takes returned shoes from their full line stores and fixes them up and sells them for about 70% off. Often they look brand new and if you're not picky you can grab some steals. Here is my latest haul—the Louboutins were $200 & $215 each, the YSLs were $275, The Rockstuds were $300, and the Guccis were both about $240. I actually didn't take the Monolo Blahniks and the Valentino sneakers. I didn't take the Rockrunners because they were $250 and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BmTF_8pluZH/">I already got a pair for $99</a> at the yellow sticker TJ Maxx clearance a few years back. I also left the Hangisis because they were a little damaged (stained and scratched) and a little large—plus they were still $276. For me, for that price I would have needed perfect or a half size smaller or even $50 less. Maybe next time...<br />
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And in-case you missed it all over my Insta and Facebook—check out my feature in the December 2018 InStyle magazine. As I wrote on my Insta; Never in my wildest dreams did I think at age 44 and a size 12/14 I would be featured in InStyle right next to Kendall Jenner and Alexis Bledel in my rainbow style. So crazy!<br />
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And FYI my Impress press-on nails are from the Alice + Olivia x Impress collab. Right now they have 25% off across their website and you can grab some <a href="https://www.impressmanicure.com/shop/alice-olivia-collection">here</a>. These are not your mom's press on nails. They now have shorter nail lengths should you prefer not to have talons on your hands and they are so easy to use. I literally put mine on in less than 5 minutes on the subway or the bus on the way to events—perfect for busy mamas who don't have time to sit for a mani.<br />
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I should also mention, that the <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/dc2gg2b277x">Show Me Your Mumu</a> rainbow dress and <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/dc2gbfb277x">Anya Hindmarch</a> bag that I was featured in were both Rent the Runway rentals :)<br />
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As for <a href="http://bit.ly/lehoarderRTR">Rent the Runway</a>—I've really been enjoying my Unlimited membership. They've been sponsoring me for a few months now and I love having access to current high end pieces that I probably wouldn't get my hands on otherwise. It's a great way to try new designers and it's not just about renting a one off special occasion dress. They have coats, jeans, tops, bottoms, dresses, gowns, jumpsuits etc. That's not to say the system is not without flaws. If I rent something in the wrong size it can take forever to finally get your size. And sometimes the pieces shrink from dry cleaning. I rented this DVF dress 2x—the first time a 12 and it was ok but I wanted to try the 14 for length. And then the 14 was somehow smaller than the 12. Ugh. But I find if you pick up and return from the RTR store on 15th street it's a much faster turnaround and you can maximize your 4-at-a-time rentals.<br />
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Use code LEHOARDERPERK40 to take 40% off your first month of unlimited and get it for less than $100. Totally worth trying if you have a special occasion - with the discount it's basically the same price as a single rental—and then you get the whole month free!<br />
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For this look both the Heurueh coat and DVF dress were from Rent the Runway. And yes, I went pink again. I'll be sharing about that soon...<br />
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And now for this month's amazing sample sale roundup. Check back because I'll be sure to update to add feedback and add any really good sales that pop up. As always, check <a href="https://www.chicmi.com/">Chicmi</a> or <a href="https://shopdropapp.com/">Shopdrop</a> for updates but these are my picks for the month. I select my choices based on sales I've shopped in the past or have heard good things...and as always they have to be super designer or super cheap. Preferably both :)<br />
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<i>A.V. Max has been a long time favorite for gifts and fun finds of my own. Pretty much everything is under $20 and they always have killer deals on earrings. Note their new address and be sure to say hi to Amy for me! I'll be stopping by at least once to this sale :) Read a past sale review <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/06/50-pictures-of-whats-inside-av-max.html">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>A.V. Max</b><br />
December 3-17<br />
M 10-4, T 10-7, W-F 10-4<br />
144 W. 37th Street, 3rd Fl<br />
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<i>This is where I stock up on all my winter accessories on the cheap. I used to find them at Century for less (back when 90% off was really 90% off...) but now I pay a few bucks more at the sample sale.</i><br />
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<b>Amato</b><br />
December 4-14, 9-5 (Closed on Sat and Sun)<br />
270 West 38th Street, Suite 902<br />
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<i>I've been living in my <a href="http://bit.ly/lehoarderRTR">Rent the Runway</a>* DVF dresses and now I need to take a few home with me at sample sale prices. Their cuts are so much better than they were even 5 years ago and even at a size 12/14 they fit and flatter me to perfection. Check out my recent DVF dresses here, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BpX0exvAP8J/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BpPBHrcAxAE/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bow2sxvlFy-/">here</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BosC1QglePo/">here</a>.</i><br />
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<b>DVF</b><br />
December 4-9<br />
T 10-8, W-Th 10-7, F-S 10-8, Sun 10-5<br />
150 Green Street<br />
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<i>Elizabeth Gillett is back again—I'm guessing because her sample sale last month fell smack in the middle of the snowstorm. I lived in her pieces <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BlIMSoBlmc4/">all summer long</a>. Grab some super cute caftans and wraps for your next beach vacay! </i><br />
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<b>Elizabeth Gillett</b><br />
December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, all 10-6<br />
260 West 36th Street, Suite #802<br />
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<i>I always mean to check this one out and always forget. I'm really going this time LOL.</i><br />
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<b>Natori</b><br />
December 5-6, 10-4<br />
180 Madison Avenue, Floor 19<br />
<i>ETA: I went 12/5 and undies area was pretty much cleaned out but the loungewear room (the second room) had a bunch of cute stuff. Grabbed a few robes and caftans for $10-20. I googled one caftan and it retailed for $275 :)</i><br />
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<i>More cheap undies... #yesplease</i><br />
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<b>Wacoal, b.tempt'd & CW-X</b><br />
December 5-7, W-Th 10-6, F 10-2<br />
136 Madison Avenue, 14th Fl<br />
<i>ETA: I went 12/5 and unless you're a size 34 bra you are pretty much out of luck. Lots of cup sizes but not band sizes :(</i><br />
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<i>Last sale I grabbed some fun tights that I still haven't worn. But I will LOL. Note that some items are cash only.</i><br />
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<b>Wolford</b><br />
December 5-6, 10-4<br />
33 7th Ave, Suite 1702<br />
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<i>My favorite fancy girls dress sale. Check out my minis rocking their Halabaloo dresses <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BmZ0cWVFSHM/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BmJYHIgF2oC/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BkiaP28lBDj/">here</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BhhYZPZlDFf/">here</a>! Be sure to tell Halla I sent you!</i><br />
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<b>Halabaloo & Dolls and Divas</b><br />
December 7-11<br />
F 9:30-6, Sat 11-4, M-T 9:30-6:30<br />
423 West 43rd Street, Ground Fl<br />
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<i>Start preparing for the madness. I didn't get to much the past couple sales but in the past I've scored <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/12/its-mayhem-and-madness-over-at-alice.html">$1,000+ dresses for $99</a>. Go with your girl-gang and be prepared to fight LOL. </i><br />
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<b>Alice + Olivia</b><br />
December 11-16<br />
T 8-8, W 9-8, Th 10-8, F 9-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 10-5<br />
260 Fifth Avenue<br />
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<i>Cheap tights and socks are always a good idea. I went once in the past and scored $1 tights. </i><br />
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<b>Hosiery Sample Sale </b><br />
Dec 11-21, (M-F only) 10-5:30<br />
35 West 35th Street, Room 703<br />
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<i>If you're a sample size 7 I hear this sale is paradise. LMK what you find!</i><br />
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<b>Butter, Something Bleu & Golo</b><br />
December 12-14<br />
W-Th 9-6, F 9-2<br />
130 West 57th Street, Suite 1E<br />
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<i>Last sale was a bust and watch out for resellers but with prices of up to 90% off it may be worth a peek :) Check out my epic steal of a bag from a past sale <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BXYf2kngYRa/">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>Altuzarra</b><br />
December 13-14, 8:30-7<br />
233 Broadway, 14th Floor<br />
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<i>With prices starting at just $5—I plan on taking a peek. I haven't been before but if you have please let me know what you think!</i><br />
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<b>Rachel Roy</b><br />
December 13-14, Th 10-6, F 9-6<br />
58 West 40th Street, Mezzanine Level<br />
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<i>Fancy lady stuff for up to 70% off - don't forget to check out the runway shoes! And as long as you're at The Curated - be sure to check out the 11 Honore pop up too :)</i><br />
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<b>Christian Siriano</b><br />
December 14-17<br />
F-Sat 11-7, Sun 12-5, M 11-7<br />
The Curated, 5 West 54th Street<br />
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<i>One of my favorite shoe and accessory sales is back! Hoping we will see the return of the $25 box!</i><br />
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<b>Frances Valentine</b><br />
December 17-18, 8-6<br />
80 West 40th Street, 8th Fl<br />
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<i>I have friends who swear by this sale. Especially when they do markdowns in the end...</i><br />
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<b>French Connection</b><br />
December 17-19, 10-7<br />
512 Seventh Avenue, 25th Fl<br />
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<i>A few sales ago it was epic. Recently not so much. But always worth a peek just in case :)</i><br />
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<b>Marc Jacobs</b><br />
December 18-23<br />
T 11-8, W-Th 10-7, F-Sat 10-8, Sun 10-5<br />
150 Greene Street<br />
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<i>If you're sample sized this one is worth checking out. They've also had $25 bargain boxes and cheap runway shoes in the past...</i><br />
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<b>Prabal Gurung</b><br />
December 18, 8-7<br />
247 West 37th Street, Suite 1501<br />
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<i>Time to stock up on k-beauty and tons of gifts!</i><br />
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<b>Tocca, Artis, Stila, Dr.Jart+</b><br />
December 18-23<br />
T 9-8, W-Th 10-7, F-Sat 10-8, Sun 10-5<br />
260 Fifth Avenue<br />
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And that's my roundup! As always, if you see me out and about, be sure to say hello! I'm always happy to give you a few tips and help you edit your finds :)<br />
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Happy Shopping!<br />
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In case you missed all my latest IGTV videos, I've been sharing a peek inside my favorite sales as well as videos of my sale hauls. I've recently shared Jimmy Choo, Balenciaga, Rebecca Minkoff, Paul Andrew... Head to my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Instagram</a> and click on the little button of a TV on the left that reads IGTV to watch. Here is a pic of most of my Jimmy Choo sample sale haul (only one pair of $50 shoes are missing). This time I almost got kicked out of the sale AGAIN but I still managed to walk away with some amazing pretty current finds! Head to my IGTV to hear the full story and watch the full reveal and prices :)<br />
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As of now these are the sales that are on my radar for the month of November:<br />
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<i>This sale is my go-to for kids inexpensive boutique-y hair accessories and baby gifts. </i><br />
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<b>The Best Kids Sample Sale</b><br />
11/12-16, 10-5<br />
34 W. 33rd Street, Floors 3, 5, 9, 12<br />
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<i>Not the cheapest of sales but I'm a Eugenia Kim fan so I usually just pop by to take a peek<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">—</span>be sure to check at the end for markdowns. </i><br />
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<b>Eugenia Kim</b><br />
11/13-16, 10-7<br />
347 W 36th Street, Suite 505<br />
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<i>I've personally never been but I've heard a few gals raving about this one. </i><br />
<i>*ETA 11/14 I heard this one may not worth be the trip. </i><br />
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<b>LoveShackFancy </b><br />
11/13-16<br />
T 10-7, W-Th 10-6, F 10-4<br />
210 11th Avenue, Suite 500<br />
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<i>I stumbled upon this sale last season and her kimonos became my summer staples. Check out my last sales scores <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk-05-XFh_d/">here</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BlIMSoBlmc4/">here</a>. Cute + inexpensive = #yesplease </i><br />
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<b>Elizabeth Gillett</b><br />
11/14-16, 10-5<br />
260 West 36th Street, Suite #802<br />
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<i>Cheap undies and bras sounds like a no-brainer!</i><br />
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<b>Samantha Chang</b><br />
11/14-16, W 11-8, Th 11-7, F 11-6<br />
171 Madison Avenue, Suite 307<br />
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<i>I'm not exactly sample size right now but if you are be sure to check out their sample rack!</i><br />
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<b>Cushnie</b><br />
11/15-16, 10-7<br />
251 West 39th Street, 8th Fl<br />
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<b>Peter Thomas Roth & June Jacobs</b><br />
11/5-15, 11-7:30<br />
460 Park Avenue, 22nd Fl<br />
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<i>The pop pom earrings that everyone raves about. Some cheap things (I've picked up stuff under $10 before) but the better stuff is gonna cost you $$$.</i><br />
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<b>Tuleste</b><br />
11/15-17, Th-F 10-8, Sat 12-5<br />
191 7th Avenue, Suite 2R<br />
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<i>My go-to for modest dressier dresses and gowns. Get there early to have fun with their one of a kind samples. You can see me wearing a never produced $75 sample dress <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/09/floral-dreams.html">here</a>. And see a previous sale review <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/06/racks-and-racks-of-modest-dresses-at.html">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>Teri Jon</b><br />
11/18-19, 9:30-5<br />
241 West 37th Street, 2nd Fl<br />
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<i>I always grab a bunch of Derek Lam sunnies from this sale! FYI it's usually cash only. Check out a past review <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/06/another-sample-sale-marathon.html">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>Modo Eyewear</b><br />
11/27-29, 11-7<br />
594 Broadway, Suite 801<br />
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<b>Lela Rose</b><br />
11/28-30, W 8-8, Th 9-7, F 9-3<br />
260 West 36th Street, 2nd Fl<br />
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As for other updates, I'll be sharing a giveaway for a Gucci bag with Ebay Fashion on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqF7pMjgZkF/">Insta</a>. Be sure to enter to win! Also, look for me in the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqffV3eA9yk/">December Issue of InStyle Magazine</a> and I've also been selected by 11 Honore as a <a href="https://11honore.com/blogs/page-11/favorite-plus-size-influencers-to-follow">favorite plus sized influencer to follow.</a> I had a few people comment that I'm not plus sized but what you should know is that 11 Honore starts their sizing at size 10. Right now I'm anywhere from a 10-14 depending on the designer. So many high end designers stop cutting at a size 8 which is insane because the average size of an American woman is probably closer to a 16. So I'm honored to be featured by a company that gives women designer options in sizes often overlooked.<br />
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<br />Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-28926194161926669142018-09-08T19:04:00.002-07:002018-11-09T06:38:01.071-08:00Always Walk Into a Room Like Your Ex-Boyfriend Is Gonna Be There.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy New York Fashion Week everyone! It's always been my dream to attend NYFW and I've been fortunate enough to have several seasons now of ups and downs. You can read about some of my adventures from last round <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/a-local-gals-guide-to-navigating-new.html">here</a> and my guide to sit front row <a href="http://lehoarder.com/2017/10/how-to-sit-front-row-at-nyfw.html">here</a>. If you've been following my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Insta</a> rants this season has been particularly hard on me. I'm beginning to understand why so many girls eventually give up. But what separates us is that I'm 44. It's now or never for me.<br />
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There's no formula for being a successful blogger/influencer, but the secret sauce is confidence and a little bit of luck. Sometimes it feels like I've had a bajillion almosts in my career and my timing has always been off. The rejections are hard and my confidence has taken a hit. Coupled with now being a larger size in an industry where size 2 is the norm, I've been struggling to find clothing that makes me feel good about myself. For a girl who's had a love affair with clothing her whole life, I'm feeling like clothing isn't loving me right now. I feel like I've been having make it work moments on a daily basis—just to get out to door. It got me thinking about an incident that happened almost 20 years ago...<br />
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Back in the day when I was single and dating I used to try boyfriends on for size. I had a terrible habit of changing myself into who I thought they'd want me to be—and adapting myself to their lifestyle and needs. There were so many guys I didn't even really like, but I wasted time on them because I had nothing better going on. And I loved the idea of being in love. So I would pretend. I remember one guy coming back a couple years after we dated after hearing him tell people that I was the best girlfriend he ever had. Duh. And no, I didn't take him back.<br />
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There was this one guy who I wasted a summer with because I liked the feeling of being liked. And then when the like was gone I stuck around a little longer than I should have. In the end he just disappeared. After he ghosted me for about a month I decided it was time to start dating again, so I accepted a random blind date. After speaking to the new guy on the phone I wasn't really feeling it but I was hungry and back then I would accept dates just for a nice steak dinner. Yeah, I never said I was a feminist. So I dolled myself up and decided I was going to pretend this guy was the cutest, smartest, funniest guy ever. And then I saw him and I really did have to pretend. We ended up at one of my favorite places in my hood and I smiled and laughed and pretended like my ex was in the room watching. It was awesome. So I get home feeling quite proud of myself and I get a phone call....from my ex. Turns out he was at the restaurant. He saw me and got super jealous. I was so hyper focused on enjoying my date that I didn't even notice he was in the room too. The lesson in all of this is to always shine—even if you're not feeling your best. Someone is gonna notice.<br />
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When I was smaller I would look at plus size clothing and think 'wow, there's so many new options out there.' But when you're not small but not that large either—it seems there is a big gaping hole in the middle of the market. So few high end designers are putting out pieces in sizes larger than an 8 or 10. The plus size brands tend to start at 14, but cut for a fuller woman—so I'm neither here nor there. It doesn't help that most brands/showrooms only lend/give out clothing to gals who fit sample sizes.<br />
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So for Fashion Week I went ahead and signed up for <a href="https://rtr.app.link/e/dO02RWcy3P">Rent the Runway unlimited</a> thinking that would be the answer. For $99 for your first month ($159 after) you can borrow 4 items at a time. Bonus - they have a NYC store where you can drop off and pick up new items if you don't feel like waiting for your shipment. But you have to order your first shipment online, and due to the holiday weekend it took much longer than I expected for it to arrive. So I open my bag—and the one dress I was really looking forward to had a giant hole in the front. I burst into tears. Needless to say, I have serious doubts about their quality control. It didn't help that two other items didn't fit well. This gorgeous <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8w9trb277x">Sachin and Babi Nurul</a> dress was my 4th piece and it was actually pretty comfortable. I have to say that I love that Sachin and Babi cuts in up to size 16! I'll give you a full Rent the Runway review at the end of the month but so far not so good. As of now I don't plan on renewing my subscription. When I went to return my stuff at the store I spotted these cute <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8w9usb277x">Fleur Dusk earrings</a> (also Sachin and Babi—mental note to go to their next sample sale!) that I planned on wearing with another look but they were so fun that I decided to do the red, white and blue thing and just go for it with this look.<br />
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I say I skipped the first day of NYFW due to the crazy heat but really it was because I was waiting on my RTR order to show up. For the second day I didn't want to wimp out again so I put on my new blue dress (FYI I'm wearing the size 12) and quickly matched up a white denim jacket and booties with my new blue Balenciaga. The only complete outfit I had at home included a wool sweater cape which was hardly appropriate for the 90 degree heat and humidity. Next year I plan on having a couple summer looks in the mix for the September shows.<br />
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I confess that I did skip half my shows on day 2. I hung out with my girl <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlefashionstylist/">Belle</a> instead at a couple Fashion Week lounges. At the Style Coalition/Launchmetrics lounge I popped by the Glamsquad booth to get my hair and makeup touched up—of course this was after we passed by all the street style photographers who shot me sans hair and makeup. Yeah. Probably not gonna see those photos anywhere. But my day turned around when we found Ebay Fashion's amazing purple display where <a href="https://www.instagram.com/evanleestudio/">Evan Lee</a> took my picture. This guy is a genius. I saw him turn ordinary looking girls into supermodels. I also went to a Kate Spade presentation at the Samsung store (Kate rejected me for their actual presentation LOL), the Michael Costello show (so beautiful) and the WWD party. I met up with several gals (and guys) through out the day and overall it was a pretty good day.<br />
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And because I know you want to know...<br />
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Sunglasses: <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8xaxyb277x">Shein</a>, $4<br />
Earrings: <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8w9usb277x">Sachin and Babi</a>, Rent the Runway<br />
Dress: <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/RSi1">Sachin and Babi</a>, Rent the Runway (I'm wearing a size 12)<br />
Jacket: Liverpool Jeans, c/o<br />
Pin: Chanel, borrowed from my Grandma<br />
Bracelets: Jennifer Fisher ($20, sample sale) & <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/RSlu">David Yurman</a> (used a $500 giftcard from doing a focus group)<br />
Bag: Balenciaga, sample sale, $350<br />
Bag strap: <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8xarjb277x">Shein</a>, $8<br />
Shoes: <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c8xazyb277x">Charles & Keith</a>, c/o<br />
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I've started putting together a bucket list for 50. So far it includes Paris Fashion Week, getting my first Birkin, and being CEO of something—other than my kids. Just putting it out there into the universe.<br />
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As for sample sales, I realize it's been a while since I gave you an update. They just extended the Herve Leger sale which looked amazing (not super cheap but lots of really well priced special pieces - see my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BnU5VW9l1ov/?taken-by=lehoarder">Insta</a> and stories <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17897677072148157/">here</a>). Speaking of Rent the Runway, their sale is coming up but it's usually pretty pricey for well worn stuff. LXR and Co is also coming (designer consignment) which was hit or miss with a few deals in the mix last round. I also saw Rodarte is coming on 9/15 but you have to email them at: info@rodarte.net to get the deets.<br />
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<b>Herve Leger x BCBG MAX AZRIA </b><br />
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Sun 10-5 (unsure of other hours because they just extended)<br />
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Tomorrow I plan on hitting a few shows and events before Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year begins. So cheers to a new year filled with success, happiness, and heaps of confidence.<br />
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<br />Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-54574189268187789572018-06-01T07:46:00.005-07:002018-07-01T12:18:13.542-07:00Life Is Short. Buy the Choos. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sample sale land has been very good to me of late. Tis the season, I suppose. Typically the best NYC sample sales are around May/June and November/December. With discounts of 70-90% off it's pretty hard to resist all them designer deals. For a while I stopped sharing hauls and just shared bits and pieces as I wore them, but I kept getting haul requests. Here are all my Jimmy Choo, Charlotte Olympia, Rebecca Minkoff (part 2) and Modo Eyewear sale finds. You're welcome.<br />
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So let's start with the sample sale of all sample sales, Jimmy Choo. This was probably my worst haul to date because I was supposed to film a video for a collab that morning that ended up falling thru. So not only did I not get paid, I lost out on all the killer deals. By the time I got there (about 2pm) all the $50 men's shoes were cleared and bags were nothing special. Boo. They did have some boots marked $100 so I grabbed these two pairs and I plan to dye at least one black. See my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/07/how-to-dye-leather-bag-my-50-jimmy-choo.html">$50 Jimmy Choo bag dyeing tutorial here</a>. I actually already picked up the <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/02/a-little-bit-uptown-little-bit-rock-n.html">platform boots</a> a while back in nude for $250 so it was a no-brainer. I love their wedges so I grabbed a basic pair which I'm kinda regretting. They are comfortable but a little too basic for my taste. We'll see. As an impulse buy I grabbed these shoe clips for $25 per pair. While most people would be happy with this haul, in comparison to previous hauls (<a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/12/my-epic-jimmy-choo-nyc-sample-sale-haul.html">here</a>, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/10/jimmy-choo-sample-sale-what-i-wore-what.html">here</a>, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/06/jimmy-choo-sample-sale-scores.html">here</a>, and <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/06/bargainista-almost-spring-style-epic.html">here</a> ) it was pretty darn disappointing.<br />
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Rebecca Minkoff is hands down one of my all time faves. Her stuff is fun, colorful, and most importantly — super cheap! Everything pictured was $15-30 with the exception of the velvet Love crossbody bag. The only reason I "splurged" was because it was the bag I reeeeeealy wanted last sale and after seeing someone walk away from the sample table with it, I was slightly devastated. I probably didn't need it after finding the smaller pink satin one for only $15 but it's NWT so I can always flip it should I ever change my mind.<br />
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Note, this round was after some markdowns. Check out my round one <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2018/05/my-15-30-rebecca-minkoff-sample-sale.html">here</a>. From top center; guitar straps were $15 each, straw clutch was $30, pink satin Love was $15, glitter crossbody was $30, leather sample jacket was $30, white Jumbo Love was $30, black small Love was $30 and velvet Love was $50. I hit that sample table hard! Personally I love her mini bags because the chains are heavy so as they get larger, they get even heavier.<br />
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Then on to Charlotte Olympia. For some reason I just couldn't find any cute shoes in size 40. From Charlotte I look for crazy statement heels and for some reason that sale was lacking in that department — at least in my size. At the sale all shoes were around $150 which is pretty darn good for the higher end shoes. But when CO ran their own sales they always had some flats for $100 which was more palatable because at least you didn't have to pay tax (in NYC you have to pay tax on clothing and shoes over $110). They did mark down to $120 at the end but not much was left and it still wasn't cheap enough IMO.<br />
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Bags on the other hand were a really good deal — and much cheaper than when CO ran the sale. (This year's sale was run by 260 Sample Sale). Wallets were just $60 — and that red lips one retails for over $1,000! And I just couldn't resist her signature kitty wallet. Not to mention I love the internal organization - it's the best wallet I've purchased in years!! I'll be sure to share an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Insta</a> story soon so you can take a peek inside :) My rainbow clutch was just $175 from about $1,500 and my piece de resistance was my <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c457gdb">Lauren Atkinson patent leather crossbody bag</a> (yes it has a strap too!) that retailed for $2,785 — and I scored it for $250. They had matching boots but of course they were not my size. And sadly they didn't have the matching rainbow shoes at the sale at all — they are currently on her website for 50% off (30% at most <a href="https://rstyle.me/~auDL9">other places</a>) but you know that's not good enough for me LOL.<br />
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Finally are my Modo scores — these Derek Lam sunnies were priced $30 each, and they retail for over $300. I got there on the last day so there wasn't much left.<br />
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So that's my latest roundup! The good news is that even if you missed those sales, there are a few good ones coming up! Here are my picks for the next few weeks:<br />
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<i>My favorite jewelry sale is back! Be sure to tell Amy (the designer) I sent you! With everything under $20 it's a great place to stock up on gifts! You can read a past sale report <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/12/the-av-max-sample-sale-is-chock-full-of.html">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>A.V. Max</b><br />
June 4-8<br />
M 10-4, T 10-8, W & Th 10-4, F 10-2<br />
39 West 38th St., 10th Fl<br />
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<i>I always find the cutest dresses for my girls at this sale! Last sale I scored the navy butterfly dresses my girls wore to my son's Bar Mitzvah at the kotel — seen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BhhYZPZlDFf/">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>Halabaloo</b><br />
June 6-8, 9:30-6:30<br />
423 West 43rd Street, Ground Floor<br />
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<b>Teri Jon</b><br />
June 10-11, 9:30-5<br />
241 West 37th Street, 2nd Fl<br />
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<i>I have a love/hate relationship with the Alice and Olivia sales. Those resellers are out for blood at this one. But I've scored $99 leathers and my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/12/bargainista-style-my-new-1897-alice.html">favorite lace dress</a> for not much more. Get there early and come often for replens. Read a past sale report <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/12/its-mayhem-and-madness-over-at-alice.html">here</a>. </i><br />
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<b>Alice and Olivia</b><br />
June 11-16<br />
M 12-8, T 9-8, W-Sat 10-8<br />
260 5th Ave<br />
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<i>I've only ever once gone to this one but I got there late and missed everything. Go early. </i><br />
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<b>Sachin & Babi </b><br />
June 11-14, 11-8<br />
140 West 42 St, 2nd Fl<br />
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Happy shopping! If you hit those sales, I'd love to hear about your favorite scores!<br />
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I've always been a dress girl. I'm not even the girliest girl. I have a bit of tomboy in me. My knees are permanently gray from all the scars from competitive sports and climbing trees in my youth <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">— </span>in dresses. I am simply dress obsessed. I believe that when you put on the right dress, you can take over the world. I've teamed up with <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/adrianna-papell-gauzy-crepe-v-neck-ruffle-dress-dusty-navy/product/9102911/color/270705?utm_campaign=2018coop3">Adrianna Papell</a>, who is known for their fashionable, quality dresses, and <a href="https://www.zappos.com/?utm_campaign=2018coop3">Zappos.com</a> to share the story of <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/adrianna-papell-gauzy-crepe-v-neck-ruffle-dress-dusty-navy/product/9102911/color/270705?utm_campaign=2018coop3">my perfect dress</a> <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">— </span>and tips to help you find yours too!<br />
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When I'm in a rush (which is pretty much always LOL) I grab a dress, some cute shoes, sunnies and a bag...and I'm out the door. It's the ultimate momiform. There's no top and bottom to match, which is a huge time saver for this busy mom on the go. Dresses are such a simple way to look polished.<br />
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Like most moms (especially over 40) my body isn't what it used to be. When I was shopping for my son's Bar Mitzvah I walked into a store, grabbed 50 dresses, and stood in the dressing room for almost an hour. I grew increasingly frustrated as one after the next did not fit or flatter. I did magically finally find one, but since that experience I've been doing a whole lot more on-line shopping so I could try on in the comfort of my own home.<br />
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People like to talk about body confidence and loving the body they're in. Truthfully it's hard. I don't need to be a size 2 or any specific number but I've been finding myself in a rut, hiding in oversized clothing. I decided it was time to push myself outside of my comfort zone and challenge myself find something a little more flattering.<br />
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The story of this dress wasn't without a hiccup or two. Ordering on <a href="https://www.zappos.com/?utm_campaign=2018coop3">Zappos.com</a> is super easy. I combed through tons of stylish <a href="https://www.zappos.com/b/adrianna-papell/brand/3868?utm_campaign=2018coop3">Adrianna Papell</a> dresses until I selected the most beautiful boho embellished dress. When it arrived I quickly put it on...and it didn't zip up. They had been sold out of my size (10) so I was hopeful that I could size down <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">— </span>and I couldn't. So I printed a return slip, packed it back up and returned it. Then I found this <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/adrianna-papell-gauzy-crepe-v-neck-ruffle-dress-dusty-navy/product/9102911/color/270705?utm_campaign=2018coop3">chic blue dress</a> and I loved the high low hemline and body skimming shape <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">— </span>and decided it was worth a shot. But I played it safe and sized up to a 12. Big mistake. I tried it on and knew it would be perfect - in a size 10. So I once again, returned the 12 and ordered a 10. And eureka, it fit. So a huge thank you to Zappos for their amazing fast, free shipping and super easy 365 day return policy. FYI Zappos also carries petite and plus sizing for Adrianna Papell, so chances are you're gonna find your perfect fit too.<br />
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Knowing your body shape is key. I used to be more pear shaped but now I'm pretty curvy all over. I do love a good a-line style because it shows my shape without hugging my body. I think this dress is successful for me because of all the vertical lines that help draw the eye up and down and creates length. I'm only 5'5" but I tend to look taller because I try to create verticals in my photos. One tip is to make sure your photographer crouches down and shoots you from a lower point. And don't forget those heels! I also think the open neckline extends my neck, and this front panel creates another vertical that (bonus!) also helps cover lumps and bumps. Most importantly, the flutter sleeve helps strengthen my shoulders and balance my hips. I do wish the sleeves covered a little more (I'm a little self conscious of my upper arms) but I went and looked back and photos from a year ago when I was probably 20 lbs lighter and found a bunch I didn't share because I thought I looked too big <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">—</span> and honestly I wish I still looked like that. So now I'm going to try not be so hard on myself and focus what I do like about myself in <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/adrianna-papell-gauzy-crepe-v-neck-ruffle-dress-dusty-navy/product/9102911/color/270705?utm_campaign=2018coop3">this dress</a>. I love the color. I love the versatility. I love the simple elegance. And I love that I feel more like myself in the dress <span style="background-color: white; color: #281b21; font-family: sl-Apres, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">—</span> more than I've felt in a while.<br />
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Thank you to Zappos for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.<br />
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In my twenties I was all about 6 inch heels and stupid shoes that 20 years later I've come to regret. I've since made it my mission to hunt down cute and comfortable shoes that I can wear all day long without shedding a tear — or needing to pull out the band-aids. Last year I spotted the cutest Pikolinos sandals online (which sadly sold out before I could pull the trigger) and I have not stopped thinking about them. Ever since then, Pikolinos has been on my radar, so I was excited to team up with my friends at <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/pikolinos-mykonos-w1g-0757c2-black/product/8844872/color/3?utm_campaign=2018coop6">Zappos.com</a> to share my hunt for the perfect spring sandals!<br />
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If you haven't shopped <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/pikolinos-mykonos-w1g-0757c2-black/product/8844872/color/3?utm_campaign=2018coop6">Zappos</a> before, you don't know what you are missing. They have a huge selection of current styles, free shipping and free returns, a 365 day return policy, and hands down the best customer service ever. As a busy mom, some days fly by with deadlines and chores... and before I know it, it's 10pm and I haven't left my house. Nothing makes me happier than shopping online in my PJs after my kids are in bed.<br />
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Right now, there are over 100 Pikolinos sandals to choose from so narrowing it down was the most difficult part of the process. Their philosophy is to "make yourself comfortable and let happiness begin at your feet." What's so special about this Spanish company is that Pikolinos is so much more than just comfort shoes. I love that they are socially responsible with their eco-friendly use of materials, and give back through their foundation Juan Perán-Pikolinos — both locally and internationally.<br />
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After reading tons of user reviews and watching those handy little Zappos videos (so I could get an idea of what the shoes would look like on the foot), I finally selected these <a href="https://www.zappos.com/p/pikolinos-mykonos-w1g-0757c2-black/product/8844872/color/3?utm_campaign=2018coop6">Pikolinos Mykonos</a> sandals in Marfil — the perfect pale blush-nude color. You know me and pink! I love how comfortable and lightweight the footbed is and I was able to wear them all day long on one of my City shopping adventures last week. I also love that they have a little bit of height to them — I actually find it uncomfortable when shoes are completely flat. I would totally order another pair of Pikolinos on Zappos, especially if my dream shoes ever magically come back in stock!<br />
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Who else is so done with uncomfortable shoes? Don't get me wrong, I love my crazy shoe collection. I can still pull out my heels and wear them for 3-4 hours at a shot, but I'm so happy to have another pair of cute, comfortable shoes in my arsenal.<br />
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Thank you to Zappos for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own.<br />
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<i> Michelle</i>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-14727595282422715182018-05-10T19:17:00.002-07:002018-05-29T05:24:06.476-07:00My $15-30 Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale Scores!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Rebecca Minkoff New York City sample sale is back and it's no joke. I attended the sale at the VIP opening and it was the best it's been in years. $15-30 samples made a comeback and there are killer deals to be found. Sale is on thru Sunday so I suggest to take a trip and see what you can find!<br />
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Everything above was $15 other than the sample boots (this year they had size 6 thru 10!) and the pink mini Love and the satin embroidered Love - which were all $30. Not bad considering the satin Love retailed for $345!!! Love me some 90% off Loves!<br />
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Don't worry, I clearly didn't take everything. I tried to edit down and I'm thinking maybe I over edited. I thought I would return but this week has been cray and I'm not sure I'll have the chance. Sample bags have been $50-75 at opening for a while (with discounts on beat up leftovers at the end) so I was thrilled to spot tons of cute cheap bags as well as $30 leather pieces on the clothing sample rack. For samples, green tags are $15, yellow is $30. They had a round of markdowns today (no more $50-75 for samples!) and I'm sure at least one more round will happen before it's over. Right now everything at the sale is $175 or less with exceptions of the furs for $425.<br />
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Everything in the picture below was just $15. Insanity!<br />
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The leather jacket is tiny so Ella stole it - she actually stole the vest as well and decided to wear it inside out. I swear my daughter is a fashion prodigy. Both of these yellow tags were just $30 :)<br />
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I'm linking up some of my finds that I found online too (not as cheap, sorry!) should you need them too!<br />
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And now on to sample sale land. Tis the season, baby! There are tons but these are my favorite picks...<br />
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Last day of Choo is tomorrow! You know the drill! (For more tips see my previous post.)<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;"><b>Jimmy Choo</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">May 11, </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">8-8</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">Metropolitan Pavilion </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">123 W 18TH ST, 2nd Fl</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">May 11-13</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">260 5th Ave</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">If you watched my Insta stories this week you saw that they had cheap samples! Not sure of they are restocking any more but if you're in the hood it's worth a pop in. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">May 11-13</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">This is the first time 260 is getting CO so it's hard to say what the prices will be like. When the brand ran the sale it wasn't all that cheap so I'm worried it's gonna be even more now. That said, I plan on checking out the preview so stay tuned...</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">Always worth checking out the Modo sale for designer sunnies on the cheap :)</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">594 Broadway, Suite 801</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">Not sure what pricing will be like on this one but I saw a pair of their sandals at Bloomies that I have my eye on so finger crossed! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">611 Broadway, Suite 321</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: justify;">Happy Shopping and Happy Mother's Day to all! I just did a Mother's Day Collab with the beauty brand Amaranthum - you can see the short version <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BinNP4lFHwU/?hl=en&taken-by=lehoarder">here</a>. I'll link up the whole video soon. </span><br />
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Spring has sprung and when the seasons change I'm always on the hunt for a quick wardrobe refreshers. The easiest way to switch things up is with beauty and accessories so I'm gonna share the last five purchases I made on Amazon - all for $20 or less.<br />
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I do get a lot of free stuff but sometimes I need to bite the bullet and pull out my wallet to treat myself to a few odds and ends. This post contains affiliate links - meaning I get a small (really small) percentage should you purchase any of my picks. So thank you for supporting my shoe habit. Speaking of which, the Jimmy Choo sample sale was just announced so start saving RIGHT NOW! As always, all of my upcoming NYC sample sale picks are listed at the end of my post. But first let's talk sunglasses.<br />
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One of my mom hacks is to skip makeup and grab a pair of cute sunnies and a lipstick and head out the door. I look for bold, colorful ways to make an impact on the cheap. These YSL <a href="https://amzn.to/2rcQygh">heart dupe sunglasses</a> are perfect for that. And about 10 bucks. If you have money to burn you can buy the originals <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/IkeS">here</a> - or grab these cuties in a rainbow of colors. I'm thinking about a second pair in pink or white.<br />
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I really wanted to love these <a href="https://amzn.to/2JJ7lPP">pink sunglasses</a> after I spotted them all over Instagram but I guess my face is too big. I need to find an oversized version ASAP. Luckily they are perfect for Ella so she stole them and wore them for most of our Israel trip.<br />
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They too are offered in a bunch of colors and for less than $10. If you have a petite face or don't mind tiny sunglasses than these are perfect for you.<br />
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I ran out of my <a href="https://amzn.to/2rdQhJV">Anastasia Brow Wiz pencil</a> a while back so I was trying to manage with all my freebies. The Brow Wiz is by far the best eye pencil I've ever owned. I wear taupe (the blonde is a little too orangy for me - probably better for a strawberry blonde) and it looks so natural. My only issue is that it's a retractable pencil and every time you twist it up, it cracks off. So there is a lot of waste. Drives me nuts. When I was googling after I caved and decided to purchase another one, the <a href="https://amzn.to/2rf12vS">NYX Micro Brow Pencil</a> popped up as a dupe. So for less than half the price (and under $10!) I decided it was worth a shot. I just ordered this week it so I'm gonna have to let you know how it works out.<br />
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I'm always on the hunt for another LBD and I love that the <a href="https://amzn.to/2reQFZK">Daily Ritual Women's Jersey Sleeveless V-Neck Dress</a> covers my knees but has an open neckline without showing cleavage. It's the perfect layering dress and my arms don't get bulked up with sleeves under a jacket. I got a size large (I put on a few more lbs...) and it's super comfortable and flattering. Perfect for this transitional weather. And this one is $20 on the nose.<br />
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While some people love their <a href="https://amzn.to/2HJaa2D">popsockets</a>, I wanted the ring version so it wouldn't fall off my hands - plus I think it helps keep your phone a little more stable when taking pics or video. I saw a <a href="https://amzn.to/2I3sBm6">lips</a> version but it would take a couple months to get here. So I found these <a href="https://amzn.to/2reP9qw">cute colorful fruity ones</a> with Prime for less than $5. I'll give you a review on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Insta stories</a> when I get it.<br />
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And now lets talk sample sales. Not all sales were created equal and most sales in the City these days are not worth your time. If you're new to the sample sale scene, any and all sales are exciting but you'll find your paychecks disappearing, and you end up with random pieces and that morning after feeling of what was I thinking. So I'll save you some time (and $$$) by pointing you in the right direction.<br />
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This week there is Aquazzura but my friends who hit the preview last night all agreed the selection wasn't amazing and it was too expensive. Wait for markdowns.<br />
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<b>Aquazzura</b><br />
May 2-6<br />
W 9-8, Th 10-8, F 10-1<br />
150 Greene Street<br />
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Minkoff used to be my favorite sale. I still go for nostalgia's sake but the deals aren't as epic. Sample bags are now $100 or less which is decent - but for a little more I'd rather have a $1,000 Choo bag. I always find a few pairs of shoes (usually samples) and last round I found these <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BeqBtlvld8D/?taken-by=lehoarder">one of a kind white booties</a> ($30 samples!) which I love. (I also got that fringed clutch in the pic for $50 at the sale). They used to have last day markdowns of $50 or less for everything but those days seem to be gone. They usually markdown mid sale and last day, so pop in whenever you're in the neighborhood. Samples are replenished throughout most of the sale so it gets a little hectic at that sample table. This sale is not for the faint of heart. You were warned.<br />
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<b>Rebecca Minkoff</b><br />
May 7-13<br />
M 11-8, T-F 10-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 10-4<br />
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With Choos for $100 or less (on the last day) this sale is no joke. If you're gonna fly in for just one sale this is it. You'll save enough to justify the price of your plane ticket. Register <a href="https://www.jcsamples.us/">here</a> with code <i>ROMY</i> for general entry. Go first day for best selection or last day for markdowns. In the past markdowns started 2 hours before close, however one year it started at noon. You never know. Problem is if they see you sitting around for too long they throw you out (they did that to me one year). So often I'll go sometime around lunchtime to scope out the situation and then return for markdowns. Problem is that shifty resellers manage to stay under the radar with the bags and bags of stuff and they get the good stuff early. I think they take turns switching off. But when the markdowns hit and people start to edit - you can find lots of good go backs. That's how I found my fave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BfyH6GmFAAu/?hl=en&taken-by=lehoarder">snake Lockett bag</a> one year. Bring your Ikea bags to lug your hauls home.<br />
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<b>Jimmy Choo</b><br />
May 9-11<br />
W 11-8, Th & F 8-8<br />
Metropolitan Pavilion 123 W 18TH ST, 2nd Fl<br />
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If you shop any of these sales, be sure to share what you get! Which sales do you plan on hitting this week? And be sure to share your sample sale tips if you have any recommendations for sales that you think I should add to my list!<br />
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PS I have another designer giveaway on the gram right now - check it out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BiM1dt4ldXo/?hl=en&taken-by=lehoarder">HERE</a>. AND I have a mommy and me giveaway with Nina Shoes (& Nina Kids Shoes) - enter <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BiSTCetlaq-/?hl=en&taken-by=lehoarder">HERE</a>!<br />
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<i><br /></i>Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-56355964378234087802018-03-12T04:39:00.000-07:002018-05-01T11:50:58.788-07:00Pink on Pink on Pink. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've had this Club Monaco sample sale pink coat sitting in my closet since the summer just waiting to make an appearance. Once I dyed my hair pink I was inspired to pull it out. When I found these furry pink Zara shoes and scarf (both $10 - on sale!) it all came together for NYFW. Fashion Week in February is all about coats and accessories for me. Until the day I'm a car to door girl, I'll be bundling up in frigid temps. It always drives me nuts when I see girls running around bare legged or coatless in 30 degree weather. Initially I wanted to do head to toe pink but I didn't find tights and a dress in time so I just mixed in some not-so-basic black (dress has dots and tights are patterned too) for contrast. I do have a few pink hats, but this purple double pom cap was just so much fun - and matched my almost 90% off Jimmy Choo sample sale Lockett bag.<br />
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These were shot on Valentines day and I had just come from an event that offered free balloons. I probably could have chosen better because the wind was not cooperating. A bunch of hearts probably would have photographed better then the X and O.<br />
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<li>Hat: RK Hats & Knits, c/o</li>
<li>Sunglasses: Dolce & Gabbana, Nordstrom Rack, $0.01</li>
<li>Scarf: Zara, $9.99</li>
<li>Pin: Chanel, borrowed from my Grandmother</li>
<li>Coat: Club Monaco, sample sale, $40</li>
<li>Gloves: Amato NY, sample sale, $10</li>
<li>Bag: Jimmy Choo, sample sale, $350 (RV $2,895)</li>
<li>Dress: H&M, $15</li>
<li>Tights: Spanx, Burlington, $12.99</li>
<li>Shoes: Zara, $9.99</li>
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These top photos were taken by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebeautybeau/">Candace Hampton</a> in the morning after a PR event and the bottom by my girl <a href="http://belle./">Belle</a> post shows that day. Thank you guys!<br />
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Of all my Fashion Week looks this was probably my most photographed one. I actually had my second ever <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BfQ-AXJFlY4/?hl=en&taken-by=lehoarder">BFA photo</a> front row in this look. Honestly so many people came over just to shoot my furry shoes. Best $10 at Zara I ever spent. They are a cross between Celine and Isabel Marant and look so designer. And unlike most of my other Zara sale shoes, they didn't fall apart after one wear.<br />
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As for sample sales - there are quite a few on my radar for the week:<br />
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<i>I'm a huge K-Beauty fan so I jump at the chance to stock-up on the cheap. </i><br />
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<b>JKNLEE K-Beauty</b><br />
March 12-17, 10-7<br />
9 Christopher Street<br />
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<i>Of course I just ordered a bunch off Bauble Bar off the sale section on their website. Hoping to snap up some more for even less...</i><br />
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March 13-18<br />
T 10-8, W-Sat 10-7, Sun 10-5<br />
260 5th Avenue<br />
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<i>I love Kate Spade's new kitchy, colorful line - last time I scored several pairs of $50 sample shoes and everyone went gaga over my $25 sample one of a kind bag that made an appearance <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BfeK4hCF3cZ/?taken-by=lehoarder">here </a>at Fashion Week. </i><br />
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<b>Frances Valentine</b><br />
March 14-15, 8-6<br />
80 West 40th Street, Suite 80, 8th Floor<br />
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<i>It's the first Chloé sample sale at 260 - I'll be hitting the preview on the 13th at night so check out my stories for my thoughts post shop (no pics allowed inside the sale though).</i><br />
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<b>Chloé</b><br />
March 14-18<br />
W-F 9-8, Sat 10-8. Sun 10-5<br />
151 Wooster Street<br />
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<i>I'll be doing an exclusive preview with ShopDrop App the night before - be sure to check out my stories! I'll try to go live on Insta and give you a peek inside! </i><br />
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<b>Paul Andrew</b><br />
March 15-16, 12-7<br />
41 West 58th Street, Suite 2A<br />
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<i>Michelle</i><br />
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<br />Michelle @ LeHoarder.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00878807218975058065noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5827762988523155861.post-1184720852728307552018-02-26T05:08:00.000-08:002018-03-11T08:22:45.630-07:00French Girl Vibes and Fashion Week.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This winter was all about berets. Nothing evokes the magic of Paris and says Ooh La La more than a beret artfully tilted on your head. Everyone and their dog on Instagram had a beret or two in their feed. I know it seems like I got on the bandwagon on the late side, but it was almost two months before New York Fashion Week that I went ahead and ordered some cheap berets from AliExpress. My red beret was the first to arrive - about a month after I placed the order. If I had to do it again I'd probably just order from <a href="http://amzn.to/2BQ2hZ8">Amazon</a> for a few bucks more. They still never sent me my hot pink one. So not worth the wait.<br />
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I actually ordered the red before I had my pink hair done by Aveda at Spoke and Weal. I was a little worried about the pink/red combo but it totally worked as the pink was pretty subtle. I decided to embrace the color clash and pop it with as many red accents as I could find. I should mention this was from the last day of Fashion Week, and the 5th day since I had it dyed. It was a temporary color and I didn't want to wash it, so I have about a half a bottle of dry shampoo in my hair by the time these photos were taken. Dry shampoo is magic. My favorite is probably Batiste and you can grab some <a href="http://amzn.to/2EQ9R8L">here</a> but I always get mine at the TJ Maxx/Marshalls yellow sticker clearance for a little less.<br />
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I had every intention to planning each and every look in advance - and as always I scrambled every morning in a fit of indecision. A lot of girls borrow most of their looks from designers or showrooms for Fashion Week but once again I decided to shop my closet. It's probably a mistake because that's how so many bloggers connect with designers, but to me, I feel it's important to show you that it's possible to have a fun, colorful wardrobe on limited funds. Anyone with $$$ can look good in the latest Gucci - but I wear my thrifted vintage and last season's discounted goods with pride. In full disclosure I do get gifted stuff here and there but anything I share I can call mine. I'm not comfortable endorsing items I have not personally owned and experienced.<br />
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Most of this look is compliments of the Zara sale. I pretty much crushed it this year. The socks were in a 2-pack for $3.99, boots were $6.99, skirt was $9.99 and the trench coat was $39.99. Overall, I'm pretty happy with Zara other than their shoes. I picked up several pairs and almost all of them fell apart the first or second time I wore them. Some of them retailed for over $100 and all I know is that if I paid full price I'd be pissed.<br />
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But here's what you really wanted to see...<br />
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Head to toe:<br />
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<li>Beret: Ali Express, $5.59 (Order on Amazon and get it a month faster, <a href="http://amzn.to/2BQ2hZ8">here</a> or <a href="http://amzn.to/2BTn2TE">here</a>.)</li>
<li>Sunglasses: Dolce and Gabbana, Nordstrom Rack, $0.01</li>
<li>Necklace: Rebecca Minkoff x Stella & Dot, C/O (RV $59)</li>
<li>Shirtdress: ASOS, $33.50 (seen before <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/a-local-gals-guide-to-navigating-new.html">here</a>) </li>
<li>Coat: Zara, $39.99</li>
<li>Skirt: Zara, $9.99</li>
<li>Cluch: Isti, C/O (RV $99)</li>
<li>Bag: Frances Valentine (Kate Spade's new line) sample sale, $25</li>
<li>Gloves: Amato New York, sample sale, $10</li>
<li>Socks: Zara, $3.99</li>
<li>Boots: Zara, $6.99</li>
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Not bad for about $135 OOP. Typically my bags or shoes alone retail for several times that number.<br />
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My photos were actually taken my girl, Scarlett Hao's assistant. Scarlett always kills it at Fashion Week and I love her body positive, curvy girlboss POV. A huge thank you to both of them. At this point I have a front row crew and we usually try to sit up front together regardless if we are given front row LOL. I was just looking back and it was my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/02/shoppinggal-goes-to-fashion-week.html">seventh season</a> I attended NYFW since I started blogging and I'm so grateful for every single opportunity I'm given.<br />
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As for beauty, I pretty much lived in my <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/zDSB">Givenchy Le Rouge Lipstick in Corail Backstage</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/2FvXxYA">Cosmic Purple Maybelline New York Master Precise Ink Metallic Liquid Liner</a> all week long. I'm thinking I need to order that liquid liner in other colors because out of my 100 colorful eyeliners, it's the best liquid liner I've ever owned. So easy to apply! Usually I'm at the mirror with 20 q-tips fixing the line - but not with this one. One stoke and I'm done!<br />
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It's been a while since I hit the sample sale scene. With spring around the corner the good ones are coming! On my radar right now are the following:<br />
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<b>Ivy Kirzhner</b><br />
<i>I'm nervous to share this one because their last sale was a bust but I heard they had cheap samples this round. It's the last days of this one so fingers crossed for markdowns. </i><br />
Feb 26-28, 11-8<br />
750 Greenwich Street<br />
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<b>Tracy Reese</b><br />
<i>It's the last couple days for this sale so be sure to look for markdowns.</i><br />
Feb 26-27, M 10-7, T 10-3<br />
260 West 39th Street, 19th Floor<br />
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<b>Schutz x The Arrivals </b><br />
<i>I love these brands - I'm hoping that pricing is low! </i><br />
Feb 27- March 1, 11-7<br />
261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor<br />
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Hope you didn't miss me too on my mini blog break. I always try to keep a presence on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/?hl=en">Instagram</a> but every so often I need a break. I kept looking for inspiration and not finding it so finally I decided to just start writing. I can reinvent the wheel tomorrow...<br />
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Happy shopping!<br />
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XO<br />
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I took the girls into the City for our annual New Years Day at the American Girl Doll Store in Rockefeller Center. I'm super excited to share that American Girl just sent us Luciana Vega, their 2018 Girl of the Year doll so we'll talk about her and our experience in a future post. I do have to share that Ella was just reposted on the American Girl Insta - check out her feature <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bd2lY0Jgm4b/?hl=en&taken-by=americangirlbrand">here</a>. For today, we're just gonna share our mother-daughter street style. Recently I've been obsessing over stars so when I saw these <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cwqbzdb277x">Stella McCartney Elyse</a> platform shoes at the sample sale for over 80% off I kinda really needed them. Plus they matched the girls' <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cwqbwvb277x">Nina Kids Demi boots</a> perfectly.<br />
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I've been killing it at the H&M sale and picked up this Gucci-esque cargo jacket for $10 (from $69.99) and this dotted dress for just $15. I really wanted to wear the jacket but my fitted coats didn't fit over it - so I pulled out my vintage thrifted cape and added the hat for a pop of color. I confess that I knew I wouldn't be outside long or I would have added several more layers for me and the girls. My 12-year-old son (and photographer) was a total pro and didn't complain once while he shot us in 9 degree weather - with windchill it was even lower.<br />
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Right now <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cwp2w4b277x">H&M</a> is offering an extra 20% off and free shipping (with orders $100+) with code 5944 thru the 15th. Hurry!!<br />
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<li>Hat: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classic.prep.monograms/">Classic Prep Monograms</a>, c/o</li>
<li>Sunglasses: Jason Wu, sample sale, $20</li>
<li>Cape: Gloverall, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2014/12/holiday-looks-and-deals-part-2.html">thrifted</a>, $20</li>
<li>Jacket: H&M, $10 (linked below!)</li>
<li>Dress: H&M, $15</li>
<li>Gloves: Carolina Amato, sample sale, $10</li>
<li>Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Nordstrom Rack, $245 (RV $775)</li>
<li>Tights: Spanx, Burlington Coat Factory, $13</li>
<li>Socks: Smartwool, Nordstrom Rack, $0.01</li>
<li>Shoes: Stella McCartney, sample sale, $200 (RV $1,100)</li>
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Girls and I coordinated with our star shoes (theirs are from Nina Kids) and we took several pics, but this was the only one that came out. We'll have to try again soon. In this weather I always layer with wool socks so I don't freeze my feet - ergo those hot pink socks peeking out. Ella was actually wearing a pair as well. Did I mention they were a penny at Nordstrom Rack? :)<br />
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Ella has been loving her new Sophia Webster butterfly backpack (we are slowly building her designer collection) and Ava is just as happy with her Old Navy unicorn purse. I found their hats for 70% off at Target ($1.50 each). Score!<br />
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As for sample sales, there are a couple on my radar for this week. I just noticed Zadig & Voltaire is having a warehouse sale but I'm not sure if it will be as epic as the last one in their showroom where I scored my favorite <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/06/the-storyteller.html">glitter heeled boots</a> for $75 and my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/mom-hacks-101-art-of-fashion-repeat.html">sample fringed belt</a> for $40. Jason Wu will be at 260 - and they will have samples. That said, I'm heading to Miami this week and I'm not sure I have time to run into the City before I leave. Ugh. They will either be amazing or a waste and I'm not sure if I can take the gamble. If you hit those sales be sure to let me know what you score!<br />
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January 15-21<br />
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153 Mercer Street<br />
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January 16-21<br />
T 9-8, W-F 11-8, Sat 10-8, Sun 10-5<br />
150 Greene Street<br />
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This week I kept is short and sweet because things have been crazy. If anyone has any recommendations for Miami please do share! I wanted to do the Museum of Ice Cream but for a family of five it's about $200 which seems insane to me. Personally, I think kids under 12 should have a discounted rate. I also heard great things about Jungle Island (the place with the parrots) but they are closed for renovations. Boo. Any ideas?<br />
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My name is Michelle and I'm addicted to sample sales. I've been sample sale-ing for over 20 years now. Once you've shopped a designer sample sale, it's pretty much impossible to shop at retail. Last week, my blogger bestie, Belle, launched her editorial site, <a href="https://littlefashionstylist.com/">Little Fashion Stylist</a>. I wrote this article for her about the sample sale life, but I confess it's an updated compilation of several posts that have appeared here over the past couple years.<br />
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<i>I have a few half-written articles that I planned to share first, but I couldn't finish because life got in the way. Besides the craziness of the Bomb-Cyclone that hit us last week, my boiler decided to crack and die, leaving us without heat since last Wednesday. It dropped to 32 degrees (Fahrenheit) inside my home so we sent the kids to live with my BIL, and ran out and purchased several space heaters so the pipes wouldn't freeze and burst. Right now it's 39 degrees in my house. It's so cold I can see my breath, and it hurts my fingers to type - even with gloves on. Thankfully, tomorrow they're coming and putting in a new one for a whopping $12,000. Ouch. Mine wasn't even that old. Plus I was told it would last for 20 years. Guess not. </i><br />
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Over the years I've scored everything from $25 Sergio Rossi heels, $100 Choos (that retailed for over $2,000!), countless designer dresses and coats for under $50, even my first Chanel bag for 75% off. The Chanel actually wasn't from their sample sale - just a crazy end of season deal. But the principals of bargain shopping still apply. Even my $20,000 Badgley Mischka wedding dress was a sample sale score for about $1,000. Name any designer - they probably have a sample sale.<br />
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There are a few caveats as bargain hunting is not an exact science. So much of it is luck, and being in the right place at the right time. If you're looking for a deal you have to be open. If you're looking for current season merchandise and you can't deal with lines, crowds, and digging through countless bins and racks, the sample sale life is not for you. But if you can stomach it, there are amazing deals to be found.<br />
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You gotta understand, not all sales are created equal. People always ask me how do I know which ones are the "good" ones. After a while you develop an instinct for where to shop and when the deals are gonna be epic. But you still have to get lucky. At this point I have a network of sample sale friends who share intel and invites. Not all sales are open to the public, but over the years I've talked my way into many a private one.<br />
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When you first discover sample sales, it can be overwhelming. You have to fight the urge to shop every sale and you can get yourself into real financial trouble. Luckily over the years I've honed my editing skills and while I still make a mistake or two, these days I tend to under-buy and error in the side of caution. I'm still kicking myself for not buying more $50 Tamara Mellon heels or clothing at her first couple NYC sales or more $99 furs from Elizabeth and James - they haven't had another sale like that one since.<br />
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These days the term sample sale is often misused. A true sample sale is when a brand or manufacturer sells off their previous season's samples. Real samples (often one of a kind pieces made for the runway or garments made to show to buyers - some of which were never manufactured for retail) are often the best deals at any sample sale. It drives me nuts when a sale consists of stock merchandise for moderate discounts - you can often find better deals at end of season department store sales. I always look for pieces that nobody else has for killer prices. My favorite sales are almost always run by the brand themselves in their showroom or a rented space. When you cut out the middle man you often get the best deals. When discounts hit 90% or better, you're speaking my language.<br />
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<li>Hat: H&M, $1</li>
<li>Coat: Zara, $29.99 (sale find from last year!)</li>
<li>Dress: <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cwgaf5b277x">Trendsend/Evereve</a> c/o</li>
<li>Bag Strap: Rebecca Minkoff, sample sale, $15</li>
<li>Bag: Chanel, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2014/03/i-should-seriously-go-buy-lottery-ticket.html">Neiman Marcus</a>, 75% off </li>
<li>Gloves: Carolina Amato, Century 21, $5 (Back when end of season sales were good...) </li>
<li>Boots: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lfl_official/">LF/Life</a> c/o</li>
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When I hit a sale, I come prepared. Getting ready for a sample sale is like preparing for battle. I love dressing up but I always keep things simple for New York City sample sales. And now I'm gonna break down my five simple rules for sample sale success.<br />
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1. Always be first in line.<br />
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I can't stress the importance of this rule enough. Waking up an hour earlier can make all the difference at some of these sales. For less popular sales getting there a half hour early is usually enough but when it's a big name you want to be there 1-2 hours early. The first hour of the sale is when all the best/cheap stuff gets snapped up.<br />
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I always have a giant blue IKEA tote bag stuffed in my purse to lug home my spoils of war. For $0.99 it's one of the best deals ever. If it's going to rain I have a tiny umbrella and a couple plastic garbage bags to protect the goods. I also do my due diligence. When a sale is announced I immediately Google past sale reports so get an idea of pricing and selection. Then I look online at lookbooks for current and past season collections to create a wishlist. I also check to see if they've had markdowns historically and show up for those days too. It also can't hurt to ask if they'll be replenishing.<br />
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I have a uniform. I like slip dresses because I can pop a dress on top of it or try on pants or skirts under it. I'm just not one of those girls who strips down to her panties publicly. Some gals wear the leggings and tank top ensemble but I'm more of a dress girl. In the winter I'll wear Spanx tights under my dress which will help suck me in as needed. This also means no makeup - it's just gonna shmear all over the clothing when you're trying it on in a hurry. If I'm wearing lipstick I wipe it off before I go in. No jewelry either. It can get caught and snag the clothing you're trying on, or fall off and get lost. Shoes should slide on and off easily as well.<br />
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Sample sales are final sale so look everything over carefully. Sometimes a small damage or unfinished product isn't isn't a big deal if it's an easy fix or insanely cheap. It's also easy to get caught up in the moment and come home with something stupid. Made many a mistake back in the day. Now I'm a master editor and only buy what I love or can be passed along if I change my mind. OK, maybe that's not true - I still make mistakes from time to time...<br />
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5. Bring a buddy.<br />
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Some sales don't have mirrors or dressing rooms. You're gonna need someone whose opinion you trust to be your eyes. Plus a buddy can help you snap up all the cheap samples and then you can edit together. I have my sample sale crew at this point - we pass along the pieces that don't work for us and make sure nobody makes any huge fashion mistakes. If I'm solo at a sale I usually make friends in line or the dressing room. Shopping is always better with friends.<br />
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Be sure to follow my shopping adventures on LeHoarder.com and/or my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Instagram</a> from real time updates. Like I said, once you start sample sale shopping, you can never go back. And be sure to say hello if you see me about town - because like I said, shopping is always better with friends.<br />
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<i>P.S. Sample sales have started popping up on the schedule again but IMHO there is no must-shop for this week. Keep your eyes focused on the retail sales. Zara just got another markdown but I'm waiting for one or two more before I shop. Designer sales are at second markdown at department stores and a few have an extra percentage off. You should be checking Barneys, Bergdorf, Bloomies, Neiman Marcus and Saks about now. And FYI, deals are always better in store vs online. Happy shopping! </i><br />
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Like most people, I get a little introspective pre-New Years Eve and I thought I should take a moment to focus on all the good in my life and share just how grateful I am. 2017 was full of so many firsts and I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone and tell you all how appreciative I am. This year I had my first legit front row at New York Fashion Week, got several amazing collaboration opportunities, connected with a bunch of PR agencies who hooked me up with endless boxes of swag, had my first <a href="https://bfa.com/people/Michelle%20Blashka">BFA</a> photo taken, and broke 100k on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Instagram</a>. For all my successes, I'm just a regular gal who loves designer clothing and shoes - and has a knack for finding them on the cheap. I can't even tell you how much I'm looking forward to all 2018 will bring.<br />
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Overall, I'd consider myself a pretty positive person but there are some definite points of regret that have held me back. Over the years many dreams have come and gone and I've learned to adapt. I've had a whole lifetime before I started blogging 4 years ago that so many of you don't know about. Growing up, pouring over my Vogues, I dreamed of being a fashion designer. All my notebooks were filled with more sketches than math equations or essays. I went on to study at the Fashion Institute of Technology but I studied buying and marketing because I was afraid to put together a portfolio and apply for design. It was in college that I first discovered my voice and started to write little newsletters to my friends full of real and fictional stories. It was my way of dealing with growing up and leaving of the sheltered bubble of my youth. I lived at home in NJ during college but often escaped to my friends apartments in NYC or to their out-of-state college campuses.<br />
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During those summers I worked as an art teacher, bridal consultant and even stepped in as an assistant piece goods buyer at a fashion house during someone's maternity leave. Then the summer of senior year I sublet an apartment in the City with a friend who had a connection at a temp agency. We got jobs all over NYC at music and publishing companies for $18-25 an hour and were living the dream. This was back in the 90's so it was a lot of money for a college student. It was about then I decided I belonged in publishing and wanted to be a fashion editor. I was young, thin, pretty, energetic and had a killer wardrobe all scored for next to nothing. People would look for me at events just to see what I was wearing. Though I was fearless with my fashion, I was not as fearless with my personal and professional life.<br />
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At that point it was too late to get an internship at a fashion magazine and I was in such a rush to graduate and make money that I took a job as a production coordinator at a small garment trade magazine. That was when I got my first and only NYC studio apartment where I ended up living for 15 years. When I first signed my lease it was just $350 a month. Mind you it was literally 20 years ago but when I gave it up a few years back it was just over $1,100. I've always been the queen of the deal. Back then nobody lived above 96th street so it was a gamble to move uptown. But it was on Central Park West and I had the world's biggest front yard and a subway at the foot of the building. Life was good. I stayed on at my first job for a couple years and worked my way up to managing editor. It was an undeserved job title with a good paycheck for someone in their mid 20's. I was a naive young kid from a sheltered home and had a hard time dealing with some of the craziness of the Garmentos, the male owners and employees of the garment district. Many of them had a backwards way of thinking and treated women as objects. In hindsight I probably should have sucked it up for a little longer because the money was good, and most people are mistreated on their first few jobs (especially back then when sexual harassment was not such a buzzword). So I went back to my temp agency and the job center at FIT and hustled for several years. I could probably write of a book about some of those insane jobs and interviews back in the day. I had so many 'almosts' before finally settling at a marketing job at a major publishing house - not fashion related.<br />
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It was when I hit 30 when I realized I was not doing what I was supposed to do. I had just gotten married so I "retired" to have kids and be a stay at home mom. Don't get me wrong, those first few years of spending day in and out with my littles was fulfilling. It was about creating and molding these small children into people. I got a kick out of talking to them like adults, dressing them to the nines, and endless days of wandering the City with them in their tandem double stroller. But then I woke up. I woke up mid-thirties and looked at myself for the first time in years. I totally lost myself in my children and didn't recognize the person staring back at me in the mirror. So I started to work out, stopped wearing shapeless mommy clothing, joined Facebook and online message forums to connect with people again...until starting LeHoarder.com at 38. I'd been using the nickname and handle Shoppinggal for years but decided I needed something to take me to the next level. And so LeHoarder was born. Le means the in French - and Michelle is a French name. You can tell I don't speak French because I should have used La (female) instead of Le (male). And if you've seen my closet, the Hoarder part is pretty obvious. I started with couponing deals and glitches and shared endless Target 90% off hauls and penny finds at Nordstrom Rack. And then one day I decided to be brave a put myself in front of the camera - wearing all my killer finds. And that's when everything started to really take off.<br />
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The theme that has been on repeat for most of my life is fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of success, but at this point in my life my only real fear is not trying. The way I see it, your twenties are full of self-discovery and angst, your thirties are more peaceful and about self-realization, and by the time you hit your forties, you stop giving a F what people think of you.<br />
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Do as many college internships as you can - even if they don't pay. Because if you don't have connections it's the best way to make them in your field of interest. And there is no need to rush "real life." It's gonna happen weather you like it or not.<br />
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There's never gonna be a right time. Just do it already. Seriously, what have you got to lose? I wish I wasn't such a chicken back in the day. More often than not you regret what you didn't do, not what you did. Just say yes to EVERY opportunity because you never know where it will take you.<br />
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At 43 I'm finally getting paid to do what I love with this job that I created for myself. When life gives you lemons...you make lemonade. Make your own opportunities! When I got started I hadn't a clue what I was doing. On so many levels I still don't. I didn't grow up texting or with social media so it's all something I had to figure out as an adult. I combined my love of fashion, shopping and writing with the HTML I learned from when I was working in web production for an online publication, the photo editing I learned when I worked in a art department, etc... And now I Google what I don't know, joined a bunch of Facebook groups for online creators, and ask a lot of questions. A lot of bloggers will ignore you or even lie to you when your numbers are small, but eventually you'll find your crew and your niche and that's when the magic happens. And I still stumble and struggle all the time. But I choose to get back up and keep pushing.<br />
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In truth, I've put back the weight I lost since I started my journey. I'm the heaviest I've ever weighed in my life. I've weighed less 9 months pregnant. Yet I refuse to make another weight loss resolution like I've made in years past and set myself up to fail. I'm also not gonna point my fingers at others and be accountable for my choices. In 2018 I'm hoping to reclaim my bravado with my fashion regardless of my weight or size. While I'd really like to fit my clothing again, I'm going to resolve to wear what I love regardless if I'm a size 2 or 12. And most importantly, I'm going to resolve to make better choices. Instead of beating myself up, I'm going to try to forgive myself and move forward.<br />
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Does all this mean I've given hope of ever being a fashion designer or magazine editor? Yes and no. Like I said, dreams change. I'd still love to have a collection one day, and if I had the opportunity to be a guest editor at any fashion publication I'd jump at the chance. And I want to be on TV. I'm just gonna put it out there in the universe and see what happens. Do I wish I had these opportunities 20 years ago? Sure. But for now I'm gonna try to stop stressing over what hasn't happened yet and focus on all I have right in front of me - and enjoy the ride.<br />
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<li>Hat: H&M, $3</li>
<li>Sunglasses: Fendi, Nordstrom Rack, $13</li>
<li>Coat: H&M, $30 (still full price online - gotta love that sale rack!)</li>
<li>Gloves: Amato New York, sample sale, $29</li>
<li>Dress: H&M, $24.99</li>
<li>Leggings: Spanx, Kohls (c/o)</li>
<li>Bag: Rebecca Minkoff, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/05/rebecca-minkoff-sample-sale-report-and.html">sample sale</a>, $75</li>
<li>Boots: Zadig & Voltare, sample sale, $75 (RV $498)</li>
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Photos are by my friend Andrew who took me on a post-Christmas shopping spree. We totally failed at Woodbury Common but I should have realized that outlets are not your best bet post holiday. (Go hit retail sales ASAP!!! Just scored this H&M coat on the cheap on their stellar sale racks.) Plus it was freezing AF and I totally regretted not wearing wool socks - so I actually linked a few pairs of my faves (as well as the rest of my look) below for you to shop. Although we did score at Nordstrom Rack that day - he and his brother found me these $600+ Fendis for just $15 less 25% Clear the Rack discount. Almost as good as all my <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2016/01/favorite-finds-of-2105-imac-kate-spade.html">penny Pradas</a> from a couple years ago. Plus we even saw them at the Fendi outlet for over $300 LOL. </div>
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Andrew now lives out of town for grad school but we always try to meet up when he comes home. We met through my blog a few years back and he was the one who saved me all the <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2015/11/best-day-ever-sergio-rossi-25-sample.html">$25 Sergio Rossi shoes</a> at the sample sale a few years back. Sadly there hasn't been a sale like it since. </div>
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I'm sure by now you've read a bajillion gift guides by people telling you what you need. So I'm just gonna share what this fashion girl loves and swears by that's available on Amazon.com right now - most for $30 or less! And bonus if you order today you can get most of these delivered to you (or your loved one) in 2 days or less. While most of these are more practical gifts, they are all super useful, and thoughtful nonetheless.<br />
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1. <a href="http://amzn.to/2BvokFC">Collonil Waterstop</a></h4>
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If you're a designer bag or shoe hoarder like myself, you need to take care of your goods to maximize their lifetime. When I invest (be it on the cheap), I want my leathers to last for a good 20+ years. Some people buy a Gucci and expect to wear it for a year and pass it along. I'm a collector and I want to still wear that Gucci in 20 years and then be able to pass it along to my girls. Fashion is cyclical and everything comes back. And if something is quality it's gonna last if you take care of it. Once a year I pull out my favorite bags and shoes that need a little loving and treat them as needed. My #1 product in my leather care arsenal is <a href="http://amzn.to/2BvokFC">Collonil Waterstop</a>. For about 11 bucks you have piece of mind that your bag will be protected if you get caught in the rain - and it helps protect from dirt too. The second I get a new bag I spray on a couple light coats. Be sure to do it outside so you don't have to breathe it in. It's not for all materials but it works for most leathers. It says it's for smooth leathers only but it's fine on most suede and nubuk too. If you're really paranoid you can always order the special <a href="http://amzn.to/2BLWQso">Nubuck & Velours</a> version here. I've used several brands over the years but this in my favorite for my high end bags and shoes.<br />
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2. <a href="http://amzn.to/2CTj37d">Leather Honey</a></h4>
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I use <a href="http://amzn.to/2CTj37d">Leather Honey</a> to condition my leather jackets, shoes or bags that look a little dry. Every thrifter needs a bottle. A little goes a long way - you just rub it on lightly with a soft cloth and let it dry.<br />
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I just purchased my third one of <a href="http://amzn.to/2DoTI5Z">these</a> and I LOVE them. If it's sold out (they keep selling out and restocking) you can try <a href="http://amzn.to/2CVl4iS">this</a> similar one too. I shared my new one on my Insta stories recently and you guys went gaga for it. I wear a lot of sunglasses and it's annoying to store them in their oddly shaped boxes. This one stores 18 pairs which is probably enough storage for most people. Just not me LOL. I just grab a case and choose a pair before I head out the door every morning. For about $20 it's a no-brainer of a gift.<br />
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When I'm organizing someone's closet, the first thing I do is buy them new hangers. I used to be brand loyal to one brand but since they started breaking too - I no longer discriminate. They're all gonna break at some point, so just look for ones with better reviews or ones that don't feel flimsy. What I love about these is that your clothing does not slide off, plus they are super thin so you can fit a ton in your closet. Price-wise, I look for hangers that are about $.50 or less. I usually just get <a href="http://amzn.to/2CULKjN">black and silver</a> so they always match but these <a href="http://amzn.to/2CTqGKR">pink ones</a> are calling my name. If you do buy a color buy a ton so they match. Otherwise be prepared to mix colors in your closet.<br />
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5. <a href="http://amzn.to/2CRYDv9">Korres Mascara</a></h4>
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I first got hooked on <a href="http://amzn.to/2CRYDv9">Korres mascaras</a> after finding it in Sephora. And for almost 10 years now it's the only brand I'll wear. They have several varieties but honestly I love them all. I have super sensitive eyes and I love that it's more natural and non irritating. But most importantly, it gives my lashes a long fanned out, non-clumpy look in just a stroke or two. I honestly don't know why more people don't use it. As a beauty blogger I've tried so many high end mascaras and I have yet to find one that even comes close. I wear the black but it also comes in brown. They don't really sell it in the US and very few places sell it online. Buy one and thank me later. Your welcome.<br />
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6. <a href="http://amzn.to/2CTg7qX">Glittery Phone Cases</a></h4>
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So I must be in the 1% of bloggers who does not have an iPhone. I get offers from companies for free cases daily, but of course they're all for iPhones. I'm so jelly of everyone with multiple cute cases. Don't get me wrong, I love my industrial black one that keeps my phone super-safe, but sometimes a girl needs to switch it up. Problem is, my giant phone has a hard time fitting into tiny bags, especially with a heavy duty case. I just ordered <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM45AA">this glittery one</a> for my <a href="http://amzn.to/2CTMcPA">Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge</a>. It's not hard plastic so it won't crack (it's rubbery) and you know I love me some glitter.<br />
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7. <a href="http://amzn.to/2zdam56">Ring Light</a></h4>
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I'm literally about to pull the trigger on a ring light and maybe a tripod. I've been thinking of getting into YouTube and need a few supplies first. There are a couple brands (<a href="http://amzn.to/2CTpirp">Diva</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/2zdam56">Neewer</a>) I keep hearing about but <a href="http://amzn.to/2zdam56">this one</a> is the cheaper one - and has pretty good reviews. If you have one please let me know which one you have - and why you love/hate it.<br />
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I recently ordered a <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM2ri8">24mm lens</a> for my <a href="http://amzn.to/2BfLueR">Canon DSLR</a> because I love prime lenses. If your camera comes with a lens kit you basically need to toss it. I'm really a novice when it comes to my camera (I still shoot on auto) but I do know that the lens makes a difference. The lenses I really want are all over $1,000 but a <a href="http://amzn.to/2DopDU2">50mm</a> or a <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM2Xg4">40mm</a> will give you great photos for a little over $100 - sometimes less if you can find one used or refurb. I know everyone talks about the <a href="http://amzn.to/2DopDU2">'nifty fifty'</a> but I personally prefer my <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM2Xg4">40mm</a>. With the <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM2ri8">24mm</a> you loose some of the depth of the <a href="http://amzn.to/2BM2Xg4">40mm</a> but it's great for group shots or landscapes. What's great about these pancake lenses is that while you can't zoom in or out, you get a great lightweight lens that's easy to put on your camera and toss in your bag. <a href="http://amzn.to/2BfLueR">My camera</a> fits right in my Chanel so it's easy for when I'm on the go.<br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kVCapu">Blistex Lip Medex</a> is the only cure for dry winter lips. I'm not kidding. I love the menthol and I sometimes put it on or under my nose when I'm feeling sick or stuffy - totally helps me breathe. After just a treatment or two your lips will be super soft and healed. These little blue tubs are magic. Recently I ran out and couldn't find it in Target and was happy to find it online....until my husband found some in the dollar store LOL. All I can say is stock up, it's gonna be a long winter.<br />
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So this layered look is pretty much head to toe repeats other than my <a href="http://shopstyle.it/l/rKkH">new Target boots</a>. Read all about my rules of layering for winter in my last post, <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/12/90s-vibes-glitter-combat-boots.html">here</a>. I've been looking for something cute and comfortable to wear in the rain and snow, as most of my boots are velvet or suede - or too delicate for extreme weather. And while I typically hate dupes (I'd rather wait to get the real thing on sale...or not get it at all), I practically stole these from Target on sale for $25. They're sold out online but you can buy online and pick up in-store if you can locate them near you. I drove 25 minutes out just to pick up mine. Right now they're full price which is still under $40 - and worth every penny.<br />
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Photos by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlefashionstylist/">@littlefashionstylist</a> who stood in the freezing cold with me (without gloves!) to take my pics. Now that's friendship.<br />
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Nothing amazing on the sample sale front. Department store sales are heating up and I actually did really well at H&M the other day. I scored a $199 coat for $30 and a few other goodies. I suggest you take a peek at your local stores.<br />
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Happy holidays! Feel free to comment below with any questions about my faves - or if you need any tips to treat your leather goods I'm happy to share :)<br />
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I'm not sure what's going on this year but it's cold AF here in NYC this fall. It's not even winter yet and we've had several rounds of snow and sub-freezing temperatures. This is when it's not even about what I'm wearing under my coat, it's all about my coats, hats, gloves, and shoes. I've been feeling lots of 90's vibes of late, which is funny because I lived it 20 years ago. I'm thinking my inspo has been from my new combat glitter boots which have quickly become seasonal favorites. Piling it on for the bitter cold it's so easy to look like Yeti - which is why I went for a little sparkle on my feet. For me, it's all about balance and proportion - and tons of fun, colorful pieces to make you stand out in the icy streets of New York City.<br />
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When it's cold out make sure you are fully covered. No matter how stupid you look. This H&M oversized coat is huge so I wanted to balance it with leggings and a bit of skin so you could see there was a person under all that material. Big mistake. Next time I'll be wearing taller socks or longer leggings. And don't worry, I only took my gloves off for the pic.<br />
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You don't have to look stupid to dress warm. The second you move to a colder climate make sure you fill your closet with colorful wool socks and hats, cashmere lined leather gloves, and lots of fur. I have some nieces and a nephew who just moved to NY for college that are learning that the hard way. I know some people consider fur a dirty word but repeat after me - faux fur is not warm. I typically buy thrifted second-hand fur or sample sale steals so I don't feel like I'm supporting the fur industry directly. I'm just giving it another life. Oh, and UGGs are your best friend when it's zero degrees out. I typically just wear mine as slippers around my house but when the temps drop, the UGGS go on. I found a metallic gold pair a few seasons back on sale at Neiman Marcus and they're actually pretty cute. As for coats, I always thrift mine or shop end of season, Last year I found a $100 camel coat for $3 at H&M on the sale rack and you wouldn't believe all the $20 coats I grabbed at Zara. Don't worry, those sales are coming soon...<br />
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Don't be afraid to pile it on. The other day I wore 2 coats layered and I almost wish I had a third. If you don't have a heavy duty down coat you can easily layer up a light puffer under a pretty wool coat. This season's oversized coats totally accommodate several layers. Plus layering is good because while it's freezing outside, it's usually super hot inside. Like tank-top hot. Seriously, what's up with that?<br />
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<li>Hat: H&M, $1 (sale rack!)</li>
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<li>Coat: H&M, $30 (on sale from $199!)</li>
<li>Dress: Zara, $22.90</li>
<li>Bag: Balenciaga, Nordstrom Rack (75% off)</li>
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Last week I had the craziest day in NYC. It was the morning that a bomb went off in the Port Authority bus terminal - and of course I was headed to 42nd street for a little sample sale action. Luckily the photo shoot on the Upper West Side that I was styling (scroll down to read more about it!) got moved up so I hitched a ride into the City with them and by the time I headed down most of the mess downtown had cleared up. After a few sales (including Stella McCartney!) I got to meet Drew Barrymore at her Dear Drew pop up. She actually asked me what was on my shirt and I hadn't a clue LOL. I honestly picked up this sweatshirt dress in Zara because I liked the shape. I already have a similar Zara one in black (seen <a href="http://www.lehoarder.com/2017/10/how-to-sit-front-row-at-nyfw.html">here</a>) that I wore to Fashion Week that gets me so many complements. I'm actually exhausted because I've been so busy, but I realize it's a blessing and just keep pushing.<br />
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Photos this week are by the amazing <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefeitanbernath/">Eitan Bernath</a>. Eitan is celeb chef that I've been styling for red carpets and events and he just got featured by Instagram on their page TODAY. And did I mention he's just 15 years old??!! Check out his Instagram feature <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bc0JTtxjyDM/?taken-by=instagram">here</a> and his page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefeitanbernath/">here</a>. A couple weeks back I got an excited phone call that Instagram called him to interview him and feature him on their page and stories. We had just a couple days to pull together a few looks to shoot for his feature, so one quick shopping trip and a couple hours in his closet (which I've been building with him) and we were ready. Here's a quick behinds the scenes of his NYC shoot. These were taken with my <a href="http://amzn.to/2kb06pr">Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge</a>. I love my phone and can't wait to upgrade - I hear the 9 is coming out soon! FYI, with this phone you really have to buy the phone specific to your carrier or you could have issues.<br />
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The tee shirt is his own but all the jackets and sweater are Zara and the jeans are Forever 21, Sneakers are of course $50 Jimmy Choo sample sale finds. I stocked him up big time on Choos. Check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BbLIBoYndRq/?hl=en&taken-by=chefeitanbernath">these loafers</a> he wore to an event not too long ago. That was actually the first look we worked on together. I wish my shoe closet was that good at 15.<br />
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Post shoot he took a few pics of me and then I turned the camera around and took a few of him in front of a graffitied truck that was parked right next to us.<br />
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You can actually see that truck driving away from us in this one. And don't let his smile fool you. It was insanely cold out.<br />
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Be sure to head to his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefeitanbernath/">Insta</a> and/or his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bc0JTtxjyDM/?hl=en&taken-by=instagram">Insta feature</a> to show him some love!<br />
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I have another busy weeks ahead - lots of holiday events that I can't wait to share - and a few more sample sales on my radar. Last week I stocked up on my favorite gloves at the Carolina Amato sample sale. Her sale is the only one worth mentioning right now and is on thru Tuesday so you can still pop by and see what's left. This time of year the pre-holiday sample sales sales are mostly giftables (think cashmere, candles, makeup and jewelry) but every so often something good pops up out of nowhere. When that happens I always share on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lehoarder/">Insta stories</a> so be sure you are following along so you don't miss a sale!<br />
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<b>Amato New York</b><br />
December 18-19, 9-5:30<br />
270 West 38th Street, Suite 902<br />
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Happy shopping!<br />
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XO<br />
<i>Michelle</i><br />
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