bougie on a budget Archives

/

February 2, 2021

Affordable Valentine’s Day Dresses Under $20

Valentine's Day this year is going to look a little different, but you can still slay some hearts. I was on the hunt for some affordable Valentine's Day dresses, and I found some super cute dresses for under $20. Yes sis, under $20. Valentine's Day Dresses First up is this strapless leopard print dress from SHEin, that was $7 before a coupon. I styled it with a black faux leather trench to elevate the look and some strappy black evening sandals. I also grabbed my trusty designer-inspired (YSL Lou Lou, I'm looking at you) bag from Zara. I will say t[...]

Shop the Look

My Outfits, style

/

January 18, 2021

How To Style A Graphic Tee (And Make It Bougie)

When I saw this Janet Velvet Rope Graphic Tee at Target ($14.99!), I had to have it. A few years ago, my sister and I bought tickets for Janet Jackson's Unbreakable Tour. The tour was canceled/postponed and when they rescheduled it, we bought $30 nosebleed seats on Groupon. My sister loves to dance, and while dancing to pre-show music, Janet's people spotted her. They upgraded us to front row center seats, and we were on the big screen all night. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Theresa Seyi | Content Creator (@flyfiercefab[...]

Shop the Look

Holiday Outfits, Holidays, My Outfits, style

/

January 4, 2021

The Ultimate Bougie On A Budget Shopping Tip

Happy New Year! With the holiday season coming to a close, now is the best time to buy special occasion outfits. If you need a birthday dress, something for a special event, etc., you should start shopping now. This is because all of the fabulous and festive pieces that stores put out for the holidays are now ON SALE. If you're looking for the sequins, feathers, faux fur, ALL DAT is now on sale sis. If you wait too long on some of the holiday sale pieces, they will either sell out or come back later at full price. We're trying to keep the budget in bo[...]