Make do and Mend
Make do and mend was one of the slogans of wartime England since clothing and fabric was rationed for the war effort. It seems these… Read More »Make do and Mend
Fashion
The Worst Time of Year for Us Frugal Ladies
There are two times in the year when life gets a bit more challenging for the frugal woman; when the fashion circus comes to town.… Read More »The Worst Time of Year for Us Frugal Ladies
The Frugal Fashionista, an Oxymoron?- Part of the Frugal Not Frumpy Series
I must admit I am having a bit of an identity crisis. I used to work as a stylist, so I used to live fashion… Read More »The Frugal Fashionista, an Oxymoron?- Part of the Frugal Not Frumpy Series
Fashion Mistakes, I have made a few…
Yes we have all bought things that don’t really suit us. After a bit of spring cleaning of my closet, I noticed a few items… Read More »Fashion Mistakes, I have made a few…
To H*ll with the Jones’, We are the Frugals’
Do you remember when no one wanted to sit next to you at lunch because your Mom made you a stinky egg salad sandwich? So… Read More »To H*ll with the Jones’, We are the Frugals’
Cheap Clothing a Shopping Addict’s Crack
What is wrong with a little cheap and cheerful clothing? Every girl would like to get a new dress for Saturday night, right? Wrong! Don’t… Read More »Cheap Clothing a Shopping Addict’s Crack
Bye Bye Birkenstocks, Hello Boots
I love my Birkenstock sandals, they are comfortable yet a bit stylishly acceptable because they are black patent but alas it is now October so… Read More »Bye Bye Birkenstocks, Hello Boots
Clean up and replenish, wardrobe planning
It is getting chilly here in old London town so it is time to take out the heavier clothes, tights, socks and sweaters. What is… Read More »Clean up and replenish, wardrobe planning
More Frugal Confessions
Here comes another frugal confession, I miss the finances of the past. This past weekend, I lost a very good friend in an accident, when… Read More »More Frugal Confessions
Personal Style
I know so many women with bulging closets and still nothing to wear. We have all heard of the 20/80 rule; where you wear 20%… Read More »Personal Style
Spring a Ding Ding
Spring is in the air and the daffodils are popping up. This is the time of year I prefer to make my resolutions instead of… Read More »Spring a Ding Ding
Frugal Not Frumpy, A Series – Know Your Palette
I have found so many of my fashion mistakes are made by buying an item in the wrong colour, better to say a colour that… Read More »Frugal Not Frumpy, A Series – Know Your Palette