Glamour Girl’s Staycation
You have been doing you best to be frugal, you really, really have, the problem is it is August and you want to go… Read More »Glamour Girl’s Staycation
Style
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
Why Cheap Clothes are Not an Option
There is a certain age when you can no longer wear inexpensive high street clothing and achieve the look of sophistication that is required. The… Read More »Why Cheap Clothes are Not an Option
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…
How to spice up your wardrobe with spending a penny
Hey ladies! Do you want to freshen up your wardrobe but are short on cash? Do you have quite stylish friends? Then why not hold… Read More »How to spice up your wardrobe with spending a penny
Lean Tips – Prepare Your Wardrobe for Autumn
Fridays are tip days at The Lean Times, today I will be giving a few hints about getting ready for the autumn season. I often… Read More »Lean Tips – Prepare Your Wardrobe for Autumn
The Stylish Frugalista has landed!
It is finally here – The Stylish Frugalista! I am so excited to share my knowledge from over 20 years experience in being a stylist, personal shopper… Read More »The Stylish Frugalista has landed!
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’
Spring 2012 Beauty Update
Spring is a coming, or at least that is the rumour and with a new season comes the urge to update one’s look. And with… Read More »Spring 2012 Beauty Update
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