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Thankful and Delightful

I can’t thank my family enough for all the memories that still bring us together on Thanksgiving Day and really everyday. I love them very much. And although I’m the silent one who only expresses herself in #ootd photos, I think about every single one and the few friends I have that have supported me and given me advice when I’ve wanted to give up. I am so thankful to have my lovely family around me all the time, without them I don’t know where I’d be.

This Thanksgiving, I encourage you to be grateful for each day as well as each moment of each and every day. Express your gratitude to those who you lift you up and show your their appreciation, love and respect.

Today I wanted to start out the holiday season with none other than sequins. I bought this top without anything else in mind, but a few racks down in the same store there were a pair of distressed, ripped I mean torn up jeans. I’ve always like the dressy on top, casual bottom or vice versa so I took them, tried them both on at home and really all I needed was the shoes. I wanted something unexpected, dramatic -you know just like me so I went with the white after Labor Day.

Gasp!

Who cares?! It looked freakin’ good! Oh the bag was another total accident that turned out to be a winner. I had to go with a color and fabric that complimented the sequins – satin. Silky smooth, sexy and cool, satin.

Spread love and budget tips 😉 Happy Thanksgiving!

Love, BudgetSai

Photos by: @burritomilkshake (Instagram)

H&M Sequined Top (sold out this week! wah!); more sequins here and here
H&M Jeans (sold in stores), $40; similar here
Sam Edelman ‘Dea’ Pumps via T.J. Maxx (sold out); available here
Loeffler Randall Satin Clutch (old); similar here

TLC for your LBD

A little black dress goes a long way. You can’t go wrong with one no matter what the occasion. This LBD outfit was inspired by KKW on her trip to Cuba. I put this look together for a bachelorette party I attended 2 weeks ago. A bachelorette party or a club night is the only time you should go this short. Then of course there’s KKW that went sightseeing with all that sexiness. Instead of going for the choker with a cross like she did, I chose a heart locket velvet choker. Ever since I was little, I’ve had an obsession with hearts, so my 2 chainz moment both had pretty little hearts dangling from my neck. I kept my hair loose even though the heat made it impossible to keep it that way! Then there was the shoes: Stecy never lets me down. Ankle strap shoes are classy even with a mini dress. For a mini dress, I think the more delicate the shoe, the better. Stay away from platform shoes to avoid looking extra clunky and trashy. Also, opt for simple makeup for the girl who who wants to balance out her sexy.

Let that LBD shine!

Happy Hump Day!
xoxo, BudgetSai

Photos by: @burritomilkshake (Instagram)

Target Cotton Tank dress (old); similar here and here
Steve Madden ‘Stecy’ Ankle Strap Sandal
Forever 21 Heart Locket Choker (Available in stores); similar here
14k Gold heart necklace (my own)
Nine West ‘le club’ minaudiere clutch in Gold (old); similar here

Ring My Bell

A dress like this will be the ideal centerpiece of a date night, girls night out, or if you just love to dress up for yourself, go ahead you know you earned it kind of dress. 😉

I may be a big supporter of the 90’s comeback, but I’m also loving 70’s inspired looks; sultry and glamorous is my bread and butter. The bell sleeves, the v neck, and the mini length balance each other out to make the perfect dose of sexiness without overdoing it. I’m totally feeling this rusty color, can’t you tell? Bell sleeves are having a moment this season and by this season I mean Spring/Summer 2016, it’s the modern day boho, a little less free spirited, but a lot more moody.

How are you stocking up for warmer weather?

xoxo, BudgetSai

Photos By: @zamnsam (Instagram)

Forever 21 Contemporary V-Neck Shift Dress, $23
Forever 21 Faux Suede Over-the-knee boots (sold out); similar here
H&M Choker (sold out); similar here
Loeffler Randall Satin Clutch (old); similar here

Super Bowl 50

Sorry for such a late post! I’ve been so busy lately so those who follow me on Instagram (@budgetsai) were able to see a tease of this look.

Okay so I’m not like this huge fan of football, but I do love the excitement the Super Bowl brings into the American living room. After all, there’s more than just football going on at the Super Bowl. There are commercials, performances, and celeb sightings, so there’s a little something for everyone.

Last year I didn’t show my team spirit even though I went for the winning team; the Patriots. Interestingly enough, this year not only did I show my appreciation to the Panthers, but they ended up losing. Bummer. Nevertheless, I enjoyed every minute of the game no matter the disappointing outcome.

My t-shirt comes from the NFL website where there were so many to choose from -I opted out of the Panthers traditional colors and focused more on what I had at home to style with my complete Super Bowl party look. Camouflage is a favorite print in BudgetSai’s closet and the cat? Well I didn’t want to lose the mascot and it reminded me of my leopard obsession as well. The topshop jeans were a comfortable pair in case I needed to jump around and cheer throughout the game, the boots ‘lo estrene’ (translation: wore them for the first time) so that made me feel extra sexy and sporty at the same time. Braids are on trend right now and I’m all for it. Depending on how you style your outfit, braids can be playful, romantic, or edgy. My younger sister and I have very fond memories of our mother braiding our hair. If you ask me, braids are an easy way to get to work early since the style lasts as long as you let it.

I love a long coat. I feel like it changes my whole mood, like a don’t mess with me I’m in a cape and I’m not afraid to use it. The choker is also such a bad ass trend right now –I CANNOT GET ENOUGH OF IT!

How did you all celebrate the SuperBowl?

What item in your closet makes you feel SUPER?

xoxo, Budgetsai

Photos By: @zamnsam (Instagram)

Missguided Longline Faux Sherling Coat, $68
NFL Shop Men’s Carolina Panthers Camo T-shirt, $25
Topshop Moto Black Ripped Joni Jeans, $70
Charles David ‘Piper’ Lace Up Heel Booties, $75 via tjmaxx.com
H&M Choker, $5 in store; similar here
Vintage Cocktail Ring

Things Are Coming Up Rusty

Rust is having a moment in the fashion world. Rust comes in a variety of shades, some more orange, others pink and even a little bit of grey. So, if you need a little spice in your wardrobe there’s actually a lot to work with. Some people just stay away from trends altogether, but if it goes well with black? It’s fine by me! When experimenting with a new color, it’s best to look for them in your everyday staple pieces or small accessories. I found a turtleneck in the hue to be a little on the safe side, and styled with with a flirty black leather skirt. I finished off this look with my trusty suede boots because they are having a fashion moment in my world. Tada! I experimented, I styled, I conquered.

In other news, I really, really really have to do some major organizing in my closet. I can barely get into my room these days. Remind me to get a head start on Spring cleaning before it’s too late. 🙂

What do you think of the color, rust? Would you wear it?

xoxo, BudgetSai

PS- Any of you have snapchat? Follow “BUDGETSAI” on snapchat for more fashion, and silliness!

Photos By: @zamnsam (Instagram)

Diane von Furstenberg ‘Burke’ Coat (old); similar here and here
Forever 21 Contemporary Buttoned-Turtleneck Top, $17.90
Kardashian Kollection Skater Skirt (old); similar here
Hanes Matte Opaque Control Top Tight, $12.00
Forever 21 Faux Suede Over-the-knee boots (sold out); similar here, splurge here
Vintage Gucci Monogram Handbag (old); find it here
Missguided Large Pom Pom Key chain, $13.60

The Blacklist

The color black has become a staple in my wardrobe. When I wear black from head to toe, it’s much more than just a “safe choice”, it’s a state of being. I feel in control and wear it like armor. Black is a color with many faces. Black can be chic, sleek, and sexy. Black may be boring to some and even (gasp!) faux stylish, but in my opinion it takes a real fashionista to rock the same color over and over and keep it fresh.

This winter, I’ve been playing around with texture. I’m currently loving the return of the 90’s, especially the lingerie inspired looks. So, I chose this Bebe silky loose bodysuit with a deep-v opening to go with my pencil skirt. The dress code at my job is thankfully…liberal (lol). Buttons or no buttons, this is the perfect kind of top you want to wear if you have plans after work.

The AltuzarraxTarget snake skin print pencil skirt, the thigh high suede boots and my lush faux fur coat are all sexy in their own right, together they may be too much, but when it comes to black I’m a firm believer that more is more.

My advice for you -take some time during the weekend and plan out outfits and more importantly try it on! Basic items in your closet can be upgraded using different textures and shapes. Start thinking of your closet as a wardrobe and not just “that thing that holds your clothes”. The more you make what you have work harmoniously, the better you will shop. So pull out those “boring” work slacks and just throw every top/shoe/accessory you own its way! Play with colors (if you like) or see how many monochromatic looks you can come up with.

Happy Thursday!

xoxo, BudgetSai

Photos By: @zamnsam (Instagram)

Silent Damir Doma Knit Hat (old); similar here
Moschino Gloves via Century 21 (old); similar via ebay.com
Forever 21 Faux Fur Coat (bought it in store); more here
Bebe Silk Wrap Bodysuit, $89; more here
Altuzarra for Target Jacquard Pencil Skirt, (old); similar here, here, splurge here
Forever 21 Faux Suede Over-the-knee boots (sold out); similar here, here and splurge here
Sally Hansen Insta-Dri ‘Espresso’, $4

The Night Before Christmas

Which on the calendar reads Christmas Eve, is the day most Latinos like myself and my family celebrate. We get together to eat tons of pernil (my shirt got the best of that dish), different kinds of rice dishes, mom’s famous spaghetti (requested at every party we attend), potato salad, green salad, flan and can’t forget the coqui. Christmas Eve is also a time to dress up and catch up on the year we’ve had. Super cliché for wearing red during the holidays, but it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy to represent a holiday that I really enjoy -with my family. On that note, I nodded back to my high school days as Catholic school girl. I turned sweet into a sexy 30 with a secretary blouse with bows, mini skirt with pleats and leopard heels.

What did you think of my holiday fashion?
How did you spend the holidays?

I want to tell you a little bit of why I’ve been MIA lately -Christmas night my mother suffered a heart attack and underwent open heart surgery. It’s been almost 2 weeks since this difficult time in my family’s lives, but mom is at home recovering once again. She is one of the strongest people I know. Thank you for all your prayers and support. ❤

xoxo, BudgetSai