Fru Gal vs. $teal - Pendants

I won't lie, this week, Fru Gal from the Red Eye set me on quite the chase to find comparably similar looking pendants.  Regardless of how unique these necklaces are, they aren't so unique that they cant inspire a mimic.  My finds aren't exactly the same as what Fru Gal has chosen, but at the savings I've found you, I can't imagine you loving one of Fru Gal's selections so much that you by pass the extra cash in your pocket.  I may be biased, but I'm thinking I win again :)

Fru Gal

1-L'Noir Owl Pendant from Cusp: $36

2-Faux Pyrite Necklace from Piperlime: $30

3-Aztec Layered Pendant from TopShop: $45

4-Baby Mamuska Necklace from Max and Chloe: $80

5-Fringe Pendant Necklace from Bloomingdales: $25

6-Stone Pendant Necklace from Banana Republic: $49.50

7-Egyptian Pendant By Kim Kardashian: $60

Total: $325.50

$teal

(I really need to learn how to white-out those backgrounds)

1-Owl Pendant from Forever 21: $2.80

2-Black and Silver Pendant Necklace from Forever 21: $2.80

3-Aztec Inspired Necklace from Etsy: $35

4-Babushka Doll Necklace from Etsy: $19.97

5-Fringe Necklace from ModCloth: $15.99

6-Gold Loop Necklace from H&M: $5.80

7-Wing Pendant Necklace from Etsy: $18

8-Clear Stone Necklace from PacSun $8.50

Total: $108.86

Savings of $216.64

Mosey on over to fromCHI.com and book your trip to the Mall of America with those extra bucks!

Fru Gal vs. $teal- The 1970's

Fru Gal from the Red Eye is at it again.  The self-proclaimed thrifty shopper is doing anything but recommending items that are affordable.  This week she's doing a throw-back to 1970's fashions.  I must say this article lacked a little creativty.  Two pairs of jeans?  Come on, the 70's are full of fringe and tie-dye.

Anyway, I do like everything she featured even if she wasn't very diverse with her selections...

...and as usual, I've found just as fashionable items for better prices.

Fru Gal

Felt Floppy Hat from New York & Company: $29.95

Inner Circle Shades from Anthropologie: $24

Buckle Trouser Jeans from Gap: $79.95

Peasant Top from Bloomingdales (featured at $58): $40.60 on sale

Ugg Clogs from Bloomingdales: $160

5-Pocket Flares from Free People: $78
Total: $429.90

$teal

1-Felt Floppy Hat from Old Navy: $19.94

2-Braided Trouser Jeans from Old Navy: $25 (down from $39.94)

3-Brown Circle Shades from Buy.com: $8.95 (down from $30)

4-Tan Clogs from Amazon: $24 (down from $59.99)

5-Feather Peasant Top from Kohl's: $21.49 (down from $36)

6-BDG Dark Blue Flare Jeans from Urban Outfitters: $54
Total: $153.38

This week I saved you $276.52...

These are some of my favorite posts to do.  I don't see Fru Gal becoming frugal anytime soon, so stay tuned for future face-offs!

Fru Gal vs. $teal - Mint

So, Fru Gal was featured in the Red Eye again this week.  There is no denying that she has great taste.  I commend her on the fashions she finds, but not so much the prices of them. 

frugal: fru·gal  adj.

1. Practicing or marked by economy, as in the expenditure of money or the use

of material resources. 2. Costing little; inexpensive

I guess this is all relative...

This week she melted for mint. 

1-Mint Sleeveless Shirt from Top Shop: $36

2-Invanka Trump bag from Macy's: $150

3-Post Earrings from Urban Outfitters: $14

4-Seychelles Sandals from Zappos: $73.36 (down from $115)

5-Striped Top from Roxy: $44.50

6-Bow Headband from ModCloth: $13.99

7-Mini Skirt from American Apparel: $32

Total: $363.85

And after going on my own shopping excursion, I melted for mint too (with money to spare!):

1-Asymmetrical Top from Asos: $17.24 (down from $60.34)

2-Hobo Handbag from Amazon: $29.95

3-Glass Stud Earrings from Etsy: $5

4-Seychellees Mother of Pearl Sandals from Amazon: $46.28 (down from 109.95) **same sandals featured!

5-Striped Trapeze Top from Forever 21: $14.80

6-Mint Organza Flower Headband from Etsy: $6.99

7-Mini Skirt from Yes Style: $22.40

Total: $142.66

Savings: $221.19

Will the real Fru Gal please stand up?

Fru Gal vs. $teal - Orange

If I don't read the Red Eye on my morning commute, my entire day is thrown.  It keeps me posted on current events, pop culture and what's happening around this great city of Chicago.  I just love it.  On Thursdays, there is a section about frugal fashions, "Fru Gal".  Today the topic was embracing the color, orange. I agree, with Fru Gal, that the color looks great with a late summer glow.  Unfortunately, at least in my opinion, the prices still weren't very  a-peel-ing (haha, I'm funny!).  Not so frugal, Fru Gal...

Call me crazy, but I would much rather have an extra $50 add into my vacation savings than an orange plastic ring that doesn't match with everything and I may not like a year from now.  I've done a little shopping of my own to find equally fashionable items at a more affordable price point.

1-Ted Baker Bobble Ring from Asos: $60.20

2-Colorblock Dress from Urban Outfitteres: $69 (cannot find on website)

3-Skinny Bangle from Vince Camuto: $25

4-Leather Charm Cuff Bracelet from Zappos: $68

5-AK Anne Klein Watch from Boscovs: $55

6-Ann Taylor Colorblock Top: $78 (cannot find on website)

***

1-Orange Beaded Ring from Fashion Addict: $6.37

2-Orange Dress from Nordstrom: $21.90 (down from $44)

3-Orange Thin Bracelet from Forever 21: $4.80

4-Orange Rhinestone Watch from Amazon.com: $23.10 (down from $42)

5-Orange Cuff Bracelet from JC Penney: $15.99 (down from $24)

6-Orange & Lace Top from Forever 21: $19.99

Now that is frugal! 

Basically I have just saved you $263. 

Forget the $50 I was talking about earlier...this would pay for an entire weekend away!

  

Orange you glad I'm so savvy?