Chic on the Cheap | Connecticut based style blogger on a budget, by Lydia Abate
A Connecticut based fashion blogger on a budget. By Lydia Abate
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Shop Small: Luken & Co.
Today I'm excited to share a new brand, Luken & Co. based out of Norwalk Connecticut. The brand's founder, Francesco Lauri, after working with his family's chain stores throughout the Lazio region of Italy, as well as at top luxury brands, created Luken & Co. about a year ago.…
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The Sun
It's been a grey and wet July, and I'm feeling robbed of my long summer days. I haven't had a beach day (or beach three hours) yet, nor have I gotten ice cream at 9 p.m. while enjoying the last glimmers of sunset while it's still warm out, or had a picnic at a winery, so I hope…
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Borrowed
You may have noticed I've been enjoying styling some designer bags lately, which has been a perk of working at Marijane Boutique. Of course I'm sad they aren't mine, but maybe having them in close proximity will prove to be the motivation I need to actually start saving for one…
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Bounce
I recently learned about a an amazing organization, 4-CT, which was created in March of 2020 when a group of philanthropists and volunteers sought to fill unmet needs of Connecticut residents being disproportionately affected by the pandemic. With the goal of rapidly and…
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Summer Uniform
Little white dresses and basket bags are the sum of my summer essentials. Though I thought I might try out some statement earrings and embrace having my hair pulled back more, which, in the summer, is where I want it. It's Mid June and I'm already worried that the summer is…
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Memorial Day
Happy Memorial Day! It was such a rainy and cold weekend, I didn't leave the house, and barely got dressed. It felt very much like being back in lockdown, and how readily I accepted putting on my loungewear and doing nothing should probably be considered a bad sign. I've been…
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May Budget
I got some nice secondhand steals with a dress from Poshmark and a leopard clutch from one of my favorite local resale shops, but also spluged a bit too much on shoes this month! Emerson Fry Leopard Fold Over Clutch , $30 via Coco's on the Green Vince Floral Dress, $30 via…
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Spring Magic
It's no secret I love spring, the two main reasons being; one: my birthday, and two: blossoms. I still haven't made it to D.C. to see the cherry blossoms there, but even here in Connecticut we've got our beautiful spots; Wooster Square in New Haven has yet to disappoint. The…
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April Budget
Embraced the color of this spring and went a little sage green crazy. Spent $70 on non-leather sandals from Zara, because those heels. Had a Banana Republic shopping spree with my credit card rewards. Sure, a cash back card is more sensible, but this is an excuse to shop! (Not…
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Meaningful Jewelry from Rellery
It's officially cherry blossom season and I can think of no better way to commemorate it than with this gorgeous bold cherry blossom pendant from Rellery . This new-to-me jewelry brand feels like a match made in heaven, with their focus on unique and customizable pieces made in…
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Shop Small: Odeon Boutique
Since 1984 Owner Lyn Sabatasso has run Odeon Boutique in the artistic Westville Neighborhood of New Haven. When she first opened she only carried pieces imported directly from Europe, and while that has changed, she still makes sure her customers have a unique selection of…
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March Budget
Probably delusional, but this was me being 'better' with my shopping habits. Not included, a couple of final sale sweaters ($30 for both), a tee ($10), and a tank ($24) that I forgot about. Also the final sale boots ($40) I bought that don't fit, and the mules ($30) I bought to…
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Cold Snap
Some days in mid March are tolerable, they give the illusion that warmer weather is on the way, just around the corner. Other days the cold slaps me hard in the face, and taking more than one photo without my coat or scarf on is just not going to happen. If only the weather…
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Blankest Year
It's hard to believe it's been an entire year since this pandemic started, and even more unsettling is the fact that the normal we left a year ago still feels so far out of reach. I'll freely admit that I've had many years which felt stagnant, with life seeming to not move in…
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When You Move, I Move
There are no shortages of chic and affordable timepieces as of late, so when MVMT reached out to me about featuring one of their watches I agreed mostly because I fell in love with this unique purple watch, and partly because I think their name is really clever. They were also…
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Can't Change My Stripes
The Rundown Brown Satin Bodysuit Abercrombie Zebra Cardigan Banana Republic similar Flared Jeans Gap similar Sock Booties "Neola" Naturalizer similar Quinn Circle Necklace Gorjana via TJMaxx Coin Necklace TJMaxx Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx…
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February Budget
Banana Republic Sweater Dress, $14 Anthropologie Headband, $10 Anthropologie Belt, $24 Express Velvet Kimono, $30 Mango Wool Coat, $67 Anthopologie Earrings, $35 Banana Republic Sherpa Jacket, $45 Kenneth Cole Reaction Booties, $50 Banana Republic Factory Velvet Pants, $24 Ann…
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Blush
It's the time of year when I like to let my outerwear take center stage. Sure, I'm willing to freeze for outfit photos sometimes, but what is the point of having two dozen coats (just guessing, I didn't go count) if I don't create my outfits around them, or just let them be the…
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Sweater Blazer
This sweater blazer was long overdue for an outing, and it really is a great piece for adding a bit of structure to a look while maintaining the comfort of a cozy knit; and I think we all can agree, comfort has been taking precedence these days. The Rundown Camel Sweater Blazer…
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Fringe Sweater
It's funny, in early September when most bloggers are gushing about fall knits, nothing intersts me less than a sweater. I can even convince myself that I don't need any new ones (and there is no more room in my dresser to boot!) Then the weather actually gets cold, everything…