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May 1, 2024

Best Budget Friendly Wedding Guest Dresses For Under $200

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It is officially wedding season and if you’ve been invited to a wedding, you’re going to need a dress.

The hunt to find the perfect wedding guest dress can be a daunting one. So let me help you!

I recently attending a friend’s wedding in Los Angeles and the dress code was ‘Fancy Fun’. While I don’t know what that is supposed to mean, I ended up wearing what I feel like most wedding guests do. A floral dress. Spring. Groundbreaking. I know.

Now had the wedding been more formal or black tie, I more than likely would have went with some variation of black slip dress.

I’ve had some pretty amazing success finding some quality wedding guest dresses from three particular retailers. Here are my top picks for where to find the best budget-friendly wedding guest dresses.

Few Moda

Few Moda is a members only club. After you pick a plan, you gain access to shop for up to 80% less than traditional retail! I especially love that you can get dresses (and other pieces) from the same manufactures as beloved designer brands, like Zimmerman, Reformation, Ulla Johnson, the list goes on.

SHOP FEW MODA

Abercrombie & Fitch

I’ve loved Abercrombie & Fitch since as long as I can remember. But it wasn’t until more recently that I’ve come to find them to be a reliable wedding guest dress resource. They even now have a wedding guest dress section on their website! The most popular styles tend to sellout quicker than I care for, but you can always find a true gem.

SHOP ABERCROMBIE & FITCH

Revolve

As problematic as this love to hate it/hate to love it brand can be, please just hear me out. They’ve got great dress options from some amazing brands. It’s also worth noting that they are the easiest retailer to shop when you have a specific dress in mind. And if you’re not concerned about the budget-friendly part, they have some designer dreams as well.

SHOP REVOLVE

I sincerely hope that if you are in need of a new wedding guest dress, or even just need some inspo, that you found this somewhat helpful. If you still need some help or have any questions, please let me know in the comments!

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April 30, 2024

The NEW Reebok X Anine Bing Collaboration Collection in Store on Melrose

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There are very few brand collaborations that speak directly to my soul. One such being the Reebok x Anine Bing collaboration.

As a Boston influencer (or blogger, or whatever you want to call me), I obviously have strong ties with Reebok, and seeing them work with one of the brand of one of my longtime favorite fashion influencers is a dream that I didn’t even know I had. Ironically, I got to check out the collection for myself while I was in Los Angeles for a friend’s wedding.

Stopping in the Anine Bing store on Melrose was not on my Bingo card for this year, especially now that there is a Boston location on Newbury Street. But, it felt like it would be a missed opportunity to not visit one of my favorite brands in such an iconic spot. I mean, who wouldn’t want to go shopping on Melrose?!

I didn’t try on anything but was excited to see the Reebok x Anine Bing pieces IRL and up close. I’m still deciding what exactly I want to get from the collaboration collection, but I did snag the Kate Tote which ended up being the perfect personal item for my return flight. It fit everything from my neck pillow and snacks to my travel wrap and Airpods Max headphones!

In addition to the collaboration collection, I found some other Anine Bing items that caught my eye, so an Anine Bing want list blog post may have to happen soon. Which Anine Bing pieces do you want? Anything from the Reebok collab?

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April 29, 2024

How to Shop Luxury for Less

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Luxury doesn’t have to be about being rich or logos, which we’ve learned from the era of quite luxury. However, sometimes that’s what we want!

Here’s two ways to shop luxury for less, whether you want to look rich or feel like you are.

Luxury Resale

I never saw myself as a much of a designer girl, but there are some bags that are too good to not want. However, if you’ve seen me post a new bag on social media, just know that I probably did not pay full retail price for it. While I don’t have a closet full of designer bags, I have been fortunate to track down a few I’d really wanted via luxury resale.

And in case you think you don’t know what that is, if you’ve heard of Rebag or Fashionphile, then you know. I own a Celine Nano Luggage, a mini Chanel Handle with Care Vanity Case, and a Chole Mini Vanity C Bag. All of which I really wanted and was able to find in great condition and under $2000. So, if you’re looking for a specific bag, I recommend shopping secondhand first.

Discounted Designer

While this may sound like shopping designer sales, that’s not exactly what I mean. Try shopping stores like TJ Maxx (The Runway section specifically), Saks off 5th, Nordstrom Rack, The Outnet, etc.

This method of shopping luxury for less requires a bit more effort, but when you find something splurge-worthy for a fraction of the cost, it’s so worth it! I will forever cherish my fur lined Gucci Princetown slides that I found at the Wrentham Premium Outlets Saks off 5th.

Which of these two ways to shop for luxury goods do you prefer? Let me know if you want to see any of my discounted designer picks!

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April 10, 2024

Spend More Save More Shopbop Sale

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Another day, another sale, but this time around we’re talking about the Shopbop sale! What I love about this sale is that the more you spend the more you save. And if you’re having trouble filling your cart, I got you!

Not only do I have and rock multiple pieces that are currently available during the Shopbop sale from my favorite brands like Pistola Denim and Kule, but I’ve also linked some that I have on my want list. That said, I was a little (fashionably?) late to the party with this one and the sale ends tomorrow, so if you like what you see you’re going to want to shop now!

I won’t do a deep dive into my picks, so you have more time to shop the Shopbop sale for yourself. However, I do want to share a few notes with you.

Aknvas is a brand I discovered years ago at NYFW. Their pieces make bold statements … I have their Fausti Fringe Sweater already, but want their Pearl Cotton Ruffle Top.
I’m really on a big Citizens of Humanities jeans kick right now! I especially love their Horseshoe Jeans and also have their Delena Cargo Pants.
This week I’ll be LA bound and will be packing several items I’ve linked. From my Tkees flip flops to my Aire sunglasses, I am west coast ready.

So far this year I haven’t done a ton of shopping, but as you can see the Shopbop sale is going to change that! Is there anything your closet is in need of? If so, I’ve sure you can find just what you’re looking for at Shopbop, just make sure you don’t miss out on the spend more save more sale before it ends tomorrow. And don’t forget to use the code ‘STYLE’ and save up to 25% off!

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April 9, 2024

Happy Sephora Sale!

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We love a sale! Especially a Sephora sale. And in case you weren’t already aware, the Sephora Savings Event is happening right now. If you need to replenish anything in your makeup bag or you’ve had your eye on something pricey (like the Dyson Airwrap), trust me you’re going to want to shop this sale before it ends April 15th.

Not sure what to shop? Let me help you!

Here are 5 of my top picks to shop from the Sephora Savings Event along with my reasons as to why.

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
- Even though it is an over $50 foundation, it is by far the best quality one that I’ve tried so far. Not only was my shade match flawless, which may sound trivial but is huge for darker skin tones, especial when it comes to non-Black owned beauty brands. I also get the most compliments on my complexion when I use this foundation specifically. But yeah, I waited for this sale to restock this, doing to most to get every last drop out of my previous one.
NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer
- I’ve been know to swap out makeup products often, over having a set of tried and true favorites. However, this is the one and only concealer I have ever (and probably will ever) made sure to always have in my makeup bag. And when I don’t use it I feel like my whole face beat is just off. I also have the liquid version, but it just isn’t the same in my opinion.
Grande Cosmetics Brow Styling Gel
- Anastasia Beverly Hills brow freeze styling wax was my longstanding favorite. I’ve also tried their newer brow freeze gel, which I don’t hate. Now, while I still like and use them both of them, the Grande Cosmetics one gives is just so much for forgiving. Whereas with the Anastasia product, I feel like I have about .5 seconds to do my brows, or forget it.
Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Detailer
- Speaking of brows, this new brow pencil is it! It gives the precision of a liquid pen (think liquid eyeliner), but the look and feel of a pencil. I’ve been absolutely loving it, and haven’t shut up about it on Instagram.
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Bronzer
- This is another Benefit favorite. I love a product that can do the job of more. I use this to contour my face and as an eyeshadow. Another product that you’re likely to always find in my makeup bag.

If you are shopping the Sephora sale, what’s in your cart? Here are more of my top picks, including what I’ve been loving lately and some new products that I’m trying out!

December 15, 2023

Holiday Gifting Suite at Neiman Marcus

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It’s that time of year again! We love (or love to hate) a white elephant gift exchange. The annual Neiman Marcus influencer holiday party and gifting suite, will forever be one of my favorite influencer events to attend.

If you’re still in need of some last minute gifts to give, here are some gift ideas from this year’s holiday event of the season.

Which holiday gift would you have been the most excited to go home with? Sharing what I ended up with on my Instagram!

Have you ever taken part in a white elephant gift exchange or been to a gifting suite? If so, do you prefer white elephant or secret Santa? What’s the best gift you’re ever gotten in one and what was the worst?

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December 14, 2023

My 2023 Revolve Purchases

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Love them or hate them, Revolve carries high quality products from some of my favorite brands to shop. This year I made a total of 26 Revolve purchases, which was less than the 28 purchases I made last year.

If you follow me on Instagram or TikTok, you’re sure to have seen many of these purchases, like the top seen below (from this set) styled with jeans.

Here are all of my Revolve purchases from this year, including similar products for the items that are low in stock, or no longer available.

While I’m not planning to spend very much in the upcoming year, there are already a few things on my Revolve wishlist that I have my heart set on. One of which is this retrofete dress, that is admittedly a bit of a splurge and I don’t exactly have anywhere to wear it. Another being theses horseshoe jeans, that I can’t seem to stop thinking about.

Should I also share my current Revolve wishlist? If you think so, please let me know in the comments! I’d also love to know what Revolve purchases, if any, you’ve made this year.

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December 4, 2023

Anine Bing Officially Open on Newbury Street in Boston Massachusetts

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If you’ve been following Twenty Something Plus here or on Instagram for a while, then it’s really should come as no surprise just how I excited I was to learn the Anine Bing was coming to Boston.

As someone who started blogging in 2014, Anine Bing is someone that I’ve followed for a very long time. Watching her go from OG fashion blogger to iconic fashion designer has been the most inspirational.

Anine Bing Store Newbury Street Location

I still have and wear all of the pieces I’ve purchased from her brand over the years. Most of which are trendy but classic graphic t-shirts and sweatshirts. I also have a striped long sleeve tee, a couple of tanks and a longline lace bralette.

Getting invited to check out the new store on Newbury Street and select a couple of pieces was a dream come true. I made sure to try on the current top quality pieces that the brand is now also known for.

There isn’t a single thing that I tried on and didn’t immediately want to take home. I’ll be sharing some try-on video content on my Instagram, so if you’re interested in seeing how they fit, make sure to give them a view here.

If you’re in Boston, I can’t recommend giving Anine Bing a visit enough! And if you haven’t shopped on Newbury Street in a while, there’s other stores you should stop in as well. Including Sézane, which popped up this summer.

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October 7, 2023

Fall Fashion Trends with Neiman Marcus

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This most recent New York Fashion Week was truly one for the books. From the runway shows to the street style, I couldn’t have been more enthralled to see this season’s hottest styles!

Here are four fall fashion trends as predicted by Neiman Marcus, and spotted at NYFW by yours truly.

Red Hot

There’s no question that red is the color of the season. Whether you go with an all out monochromatic look, or just a pop of this bright hue, if you don’t have any of it in your closet currently, you’ll want to consider giving it a go!

Quite Luxury

Sophia Richie made rich girl chic a total vibe, and honestly this trend is one I absolutely ship. You don’t have to spend a ton to look expensive, just style chic basic pieces together in an effortless way.

Mini Skirts

Mini skirts are one trend from the 90s that I didn’t think I’d love a comeback from as much as I do. The shorter the better, we love a micro mini! In my opinion, this trend is the most versitile, seeing as how you can go grunge with a pair of lug boots and an oversized sweater, or preppy like I did here.

Fall Florals

Florals for fall may not be quite as common as for spring, but a dark floral dress gives autumn vibes in a way that nothing else can.

Shop the trends at Neiman Marcus here.

Which of these fall fashion trends are you most excited to wear this season?

October 2, 2023

Neiman Marcus Shoe and Handbag Event

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The Neiman Marcus Fall Shoe and Handbag Event is happening now through October 6th. You receive points with any Ladies’ Shoe, Handbag, and Men’s Shoe purchase.

Not sure what shoes or handbags you should add to your cart? Well, I visited Neiman Marcus Boston to share my favorite on trend picks for fall with you!