Tuesday, February 28, 2012

PFC # 13 :: Stylish for under $100

This month’s Petite Fashion Challenge is hosted by Annie of Really Petite:
The Challenge: Put together a professional outfit (excluding shoes and accessories) for under $100. Bonus points if the completed outfit including shoes and accessories is under $100.
[Outfit]
Cashmere Wrap :: Gap ($35)
Top :: Swapped ($0)
Skirt & Clutch :: H&M ($7 + $7)
Tights :: HUE ($3.50)
Shoes :: Banana Republic ($30)
Belt :: From Rampage Dress ($0)
Necklace & Bracelets :: Borrowed from MIL ($0)
Total = $82.50
 Those that know me knows that I don't ever buy things that are NOT on sale. The only exception is designer handbags but those are usually gifts. I honestly believe that these days you don't need to spend a lot when dressing professionally or otherwise. The deals are out there you just need to find them =)
Hope you enjoyed my 2nd PFC. Thank you Annie for hosting! Be sure to check out the rest of the Petite Fashion Challenge participants listed over at Really Petite.

Thanks for reading!

60 comments:

  1. you look fantastic, great job!!

    www.modernsuburbanites.blogspot.com

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  2. Cute outfit and I love your hair! :)

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  3. i second the designer handbags comment, lol. i wish i got them as gifts, tho!! love how drapey this outfit is, it makes it look so elegant!

    Easy Petite Looks

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  4. Love the skirt! You're lucky that you can find things in your size on sale. By the time prices are slashed, things in my size are usually gone.

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  5. Great work Thu :)Love that belt! You do look so stylish :)

    katattack2000.wordpress.com

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  6. amazing cashmere wrap! great outfit, i could totally wear something like this:)

    love,
    sweetandspicytown.blogspot.com

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  7. Wow you really did a great job with keeping the outfit cost low. I love the clutch I think I saw it at H&M when I went recently.

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  8. wow love the outfit...thank you for stopping by and I am now following you!!

    Gina

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  9. That's a great skirt from H&M and the price is amazing! You put together a fun outfit! :)

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  10. Awesome job and you keep everything including accessories under $100. The outfit is great too.

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  11. I love that clutch!! You did a great job!! Especially getting everything in under $100!!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog and following along :) I am so excited to follow you and your lovely fashion posts!!

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  12. Looks so trendy and professional! Love the print of the skirt~
    Wow, all together the outfit looks way more expensive than $82!

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  13. loving the modern geisha look.

    ps

    You've been tagged: (im nobody, just a fan of yours...but if you have time...would love to know your answers :) Not gonna take it personal if you don't)

    http://mrslee-flabtofab.blogspot.com/2012/02/love-these-tags.html

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  14. The cashmere wrap looks beautiful with this outfit! Great job, Thu!

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  15. Hey Doll!
    Just wanted to let you know that I gave you the Versatile Blogger Award!
    Hugs<3

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  16. Ты как всегда очень хорошо выглядишь!
    sunny-susunny.blogspot.com

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  17. Great job styling yourself - and I agree with you, looking goo doesn't, and usually isn't, expensive. I love this look so much! Thanks for sharing :) xoxo ♥

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  18. I think you did an awesome job with the challenge! The entire look including your shoes and handbag was under $100 :)

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  19. I agree that you don't need to spend a lot to be stylish and you proved that with this outfit! That printed skirt is beautiful!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  20. What a pretty outfit! I love the softness of the top paired with a darker bottom. And the belt is gorgeous!

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  21. sounds like a great challenge and you did well! THree piece outfit with accessories and bag and belt and cost less than $100! Very chic look that looks a million bucks!

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  22. What a cool challenge. Love that its also affordable you so right about finding the deals you just have to look they are out there!
    -Ash

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  23. Great job with the challenge!! I tried this skirt on at my local H&M on sale as you mentioned (to give myself money to play with for the challenge) but the last one in my size had an obvious pull :( But I wouldn't have thought to pair it with a large belt like this but it looks great!


    A Preponderance of Fashion

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  24. Beautiful outfit Thu! I agree with you, no need to spend a ton of $$ to look put together and professional!

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  25. I love your outfit especially how you've put the different textures together!

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  26. Love the brocade look of that skirt...really classy!

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  27. What a great work outfit! Especially all under $100! Kudos! I'll have to try this challenge. Thanks for stopping by and hope to hear from you soon since I updated my blog today..haha!

    XOXO
    Shels
    http://followyourbliss4ever.blogspot.com/

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  28. Great job! Love the print on the skirt :)


    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  29. The belt is so cool! That's amazing that you put this together for under $100. Good job!

    <3 Anh

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  30. What a great outfit! I especially like the belt :)

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  31. I'm just like you! Putting together any outfit at under a hundred dollars would be a piece of cake! =) You look gorgeous! Love the belt!

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  32. Love everything about this outfit, dear!! The skirt, the belt and that wrap- all are fab! Thanks for stopping by and commenting. You have an amazing blog and I'm following you!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours
    http://fashionablyyours-juneli.blogspot.com/

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  33. Wow an entire professional outfit (including accessories) for under $100! Great job!

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  34. That's an amazing outfit at an awesome price! It's very hard for me to find an outfit under $100 to be professional, functional, and stylish. You look gorgeous!

    Helen

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  35. beautiful you & your outfit! i know you're a girl that likes a challenge. you killed it. :)

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  36. Love this look Thu! The belt is fab! Would love to have it over on Work It Wednesday!

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  37. Hello : )

    thanks for stoping by my blog. this is my first time joining the challenge, and i was so excited about it.
    I love your outfit,too. The skirt is gorgeous ( I am going to find that skirt at H & M : )


    I am going to follow you on blog .

    www.mixandmatchfashionstyle.blogspot.com

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  38. I think you did an awesome job. Your outfit is chic, professional and the best part was that everything including the shoes and bag were under $100.

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  39. Hi, Thu. Thank you for stopping by. I love your outfit, and outfits from previous posts. I have to admit that it was hard to focus on your outfits because your beautiful face draws the attention away from it. Loving your blog and following.

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  40. great challenge outfit! love it :)

    btw, i'm currently hosting a gift exchange on my blog if you're interested :) the theme is "handmade."

    also, there's a giveaway going on too... ending march 7th!

    http://theymaysaythatimadreamer.blogspot.com/

    dorothy

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  41. Wow nice outfit! i love the belt a lot!! nice job with the challenge. I'm following you! Thank you for your comment on my channel. It mean a lot to me.
    www.thepetitebow.com

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  42. I really like your outfit. It blends professionalism with feminism and comfort very well. I'm in love with the cashmere wrap.

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  43. thanks for following :)
    also following you now ;)

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  44. loved this outfit, you look beautiful! the belt is unique :)
    im following you now sweetie :) kisses**

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  45. aw, i missed when you got your haircut, but you look fabulous with bangs!

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  46. Thanks for following me! I love that outfit! And your bangs are amazing!
    I am following you!
    XX
    SIRI ELAINE
    sirielaine.com

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  47. Hi I found your comment on my blog...and I'm here!!!! You blog is realy nice and you and your pics are very fashion! I hope you come again on my blog :)
    Kisses sere.


    http://lostintheclothing.blogspot.com/

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  48. seems like it's a really great product :) and it looks so nice on your nails!
    great psot, dear! :))

    xoxo

    http://www.flirting-with-fashion.blogspot.com

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  49. you look amazing! I like your belt, is very original :)
    regards!

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  50. Nice $82! You did a great job! You know what made this outfit stand out? That amazing belt. I can't believe it was a part of a dress, they need to sell that separately!

    -Lisa
    Thelovelymemoir.blogspot.com

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  51. cannot get over you with bangs! they suit you so well. beautiful!

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  52. You look gorgeous! And I'm totally in love with your belt. And I love your hair too! :)

    xx Jessica

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  53. What a nice straight long hair you got!
    Lucky for you to have a fashion challenge :)

    Follow my blog at
    www.arikayasmine.blogspot.com

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  54. Great choices you´ve made in the contest. Good luck!
    Kisses

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  55. oh this skirt and belt are so absolutely gorgous, the look couldn´t be anymore perfect darling!
    love and kiss,mary
    http://maryloucinnamon.blogspot.com

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