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4 Easy, Breezy Outfits For Your Festive Memorial Day Weekend Agenda

Marisa Tom — Thu, 24 May 2012 03:30:44 PDT

With Memorial Day weekend ahead, and your BBQ and rooftop cocktail hour plans set in motion, there's not a ton of time to think about what you'll be wearing. That's where we come in: we've culled four shoppable looks that will put you at the top of your off-duty styling game and take minimal effort to re-create. From a more laid-back version of evening glamour - breezy pleated skirts paired with slick sweatshirt toppers and floral wedges - to one beachy white maxi dress, perfect for your sunniest holiday adventures, just keep clicking to get inspired and shop our editors' Memorial Day styling tricks.

7 Ways to Make Wedding Details More Budget-Friendly For Your Bridesmaids

Laura Marie Given — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:57:21 PDT

From attire to travel to gifts and favors, your wedding can be a major investment for your bridesmaids. Standing up as part of the bridal party means tons of extra expenses, so it's smart to step back and see how you can keep costs low for your friends. Hoping to help them out by minimizing expenses? Here are 7 simple, thoughtful ways to make your wedding festivities more budget-friendly for your bridesmaids.

How-To: Survive a Pricey Wedding Season

SavvySugar — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:32:49 PDT

It takes quite a bit of cash to put on a wedding, and sometimes it can cost a small fortune just to be a guest or member of the bridal party. Summer is nearly here, which could also mean the start of a busy wedding season for some of us. Prepare for your packed calendar - and don't go broke - by following my tips on surviving a pricey Summer of celebrating love.

9 Thrifty, Meaningful Gifts For Mom

Emily Co — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:05:50 PDT

Being a mom is the hardest job of all, and it's tough to find a gift that will reflect your appreciation. What it comes down to is how much thought you put into the gift. My mom still talks about the time in middle school when I attempted to make a six-course meal. She still raves about my poorly made pâté to other people, which to me just proves that moms really think the world of their children. So what are you gonna get your best cheerleader? Read on for some suggestions.

Strike a Balance Between You, Your Honey, and Your Money

SavvySugar — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:15:35 PDT

With upcoming Summer vacations, wedding season, and a potential looming tax bill around the corner, this can be a time when couples start using their credit cards more than they should. Avoid couple conflict and too much debt by finding a balance between all parties - you, your honey, and your money - and be on your way to a life with less overall stress.

Budget Travel: How to Be a Tourist in Your Own Town

Emily Co — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:37:36 PST

Traveling is a great way of relaxing, and you don't always have to hop on the plane to go on a trip. If you want to save some bucks, try embarking on an adventure in your part of the woods. Read on for some ideas and suggestions on the touristy things you can do where you live.

Adding Modern Chicness to a Traditional Edwardian - on a Budget

Elka Karl — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:00:28 PST

Figuring out how to inject modern style into a home from the Victorian, Edwardian, or Arts and Crafts era sometimes poses a challenge for motivated, modern-style-loving homeowners. When interior designer Jennifer Hannotte purchased her Edwardian home in Toronto, she knew she wanted to renovate the home to reflect her style.

Jennifer opened up the home and used both high and low materials and items to create a modern feel inside the home, all while sticking to a strict budget. Want to hear how she did it? Get all of the details on Houzz.

5 Fast and Easy Meals That Won't Break the Bank

Camilla Salem — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 04:43:33 PST

Fast and easy dinners are really helpful when it comes to enjoying home-cooked meals after full workdays, but for some of us, having inexpensive meal ideas (or one that uses up pantry ingredients or leftovers) is even better. Here are five meals that will give you the best of both worlds: they come together quickly and easily, and the ingredients are either very affordable or pantry staples.

How to Cook on a Budget

Susannah Chen — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:04:24 PST

After a month's worth of entertaining and gift giving, I'm feeling more cash-strapped than I should. That's why I've vowed to start the New Year right by cooking meals for a fraction of the price that I pay when I dine out - and shopping smarter, too. I know I'm not the only one trying to eat in more often, so here, I'm sharing 10 mantras to live by that will have your bank account thanking you down the road.

4 Ways to Budget Your Bucks

SavvySugar — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:57:30 PST

When your income and expenses are nearly the same, it's time to create a budget. Want to purchase something that you couldn't afford unless you charged it on a credit card? Budgeting would be the answer. Money is a personal thing, so there's not a one-budget-fits-all solution for those looking to make a plan. Discover four options for budgeting your bucks and be on your way to taking better control of your money.