frugal, not cheap…there’s a difference…

a note from dionne:

Budget and luxury often don’t go hand-in-hand, but in my world they do.

I graduated from my Master’s program in 2009 and with my degree came student loan debt. Needing to maintain a professional wardrobe, I turned to thrift stores, consignment boutiques and outlet malls for my fill of luxury goods and haven’t looked back since.

You don’t have to jump on the latest trend or social media soundbite in order to curate a beautiful wardrobe. Most of the time, you already own everything you need in order to create a look that’s authentically you.

My expectation is that as you peruse this site, you will be inspired and educated to make shopping decisions in line with YOUR budget. Again, it doesn’t take much to create a style all your own.

In style…Dionne

SHOP MY SOUTH FLORIDA STYLE…

I am a Florida-girl, tried and true. But my birthplace is London and I’ve traveled all over the globe. My favorite fashion season is Fall and I have a storage unit filled with vintage faux furs. I love a good swimsuit and kaftan moment at a cabana, but can swap that out for a hot pink bubble dress in a heartbeat.

I don’t have one fashion personality…I have a few LOL and you can check them all out at the link below ;-)

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poshmark closet

I’ve spent years curating a closet that I absolutely love. Its a bit of thrift…a bit of luxury and a bit of outlet, but it’s 100% ME!

While on my thrift adventures, I often find unique items that I love that aren’t my size. Those pieces go swiftly in my Poshmark closet for your enjoyment! Check out my latest thrift finds below!

A guide to living your best life…on a budget

I love the finer things in life. In fact, I think God created all the fabulous things in the earth for me. Gold, diamonds, Louis bags, Porsche SUV, heated leather seats, towel warmers, first class travel, a castle… You name it, He created it for my benefit. The only thing is…I ain’t paying full price for it! 'Glam on a Budget' is about presenting your best self at any income level. You don’t have to sacrifice your love of breathable fabrics and fine dining because you've decided to get an education or save up for a home. You can and shall have it all and I’m gonna teach you how.

COST: $20

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shopping guides

Shopping in South Florida is an exhilarating experience. Going from store to store, perusing the racks for designer gems and vintage loveliness, you never know what you're going to find in some of the best stores in the country. From shoes and handbags to nightstands and decorative pillows, my home is filled with fab budget finds from Kendall to Lake Worth. It hasn't been easy though and there have been some duds along the way. From Banana Republic to Balenciaga and beyond, if you're willing and patient in your digging, you can find some amazing pieces.

So I've created a list of SoFlo stores that I believe carry the best inventory of goods for the frugal fashionista. It's not all luxury and it's not all designer, but it IS all fabulous!