http://www.thebargainqueen.com Affordable style for smart women Tue, 27 May 2008 17:17:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Neither can we! That's why we wanted to share what The Bargain Queens have been up to the last few weeks: Sara, Meg and all the BQ team have been developing a new project that will make it easier than ever to look your best, for less money. We're not quite ready ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/05/can-you-keep-a-secret/ There's one area where fairy tale princesses and I agree; Special occasions call for glamorous accessories. And what could be more glam than wearing a dazzling tiara? This rhinestone and silver plate tiara is perfect for a girl's quiceanera or prom, but is also a fabulous alternative to a veil ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/feel-like-royalty-on-your-big-day-1999/ If you're searching for a shopping tote that's more colorful than these basic grocery totes, but still inexpensive, then I have a keyword for you: http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/the-keyword-for-finding-cheap-but-fun-shopping-totes/ Leather is durable and versatile, so it's still the material for high quality bags. A well made leather bag can last for many years; easily better value than cheap bags that literally come apart at the seams within months. Fortunately, you don't have to spend a fortune for a great leather ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/kenneth-cole-reaction-handbag-11060/ Looking for the perfect casual day bag? This tan leather 'Kaylie' hobo bag from Cole Haan could be it. It's roomy, simple and the lovely camel color that will go with almost everything you own. At $199.99, it's 42% off the original price of $350 -- and quite the steal, if ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/cole-haan-tan-leather-hobo-bag-19999/ Layer upon layer is the code by which Tokyo women live! We are just coming out of the cold, sometimes snowy winter, so outerwear is on show outdoors most of the time. But when coats come off indoors -- and on warmer early spring days -- layers are the key. http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/learning-layering-from-the-masters/ Fun colors, beautiful lines, interesting textures... Despite my initial skepticism over yet another celebrity apparel line, I've been drooling over more than a few pairs of Jessica Simpson shoes lately. These Greymer peep-toe pumps are a great example. The "Blue Nile" and "Electric Raspberry" (shown) are absolutely gorgeous, while the perforated ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/jessica-simpson-peep-toe-pumps-4999/ Over the last month or so, you might have noticed error messages coming up on the site from time to time, and some crazily long stretches of downtime. Sorry about that! We haven't been able to post a lot while these technical issues kept taking us offline, but we have been ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/04/the-bargain-queens-are-back-online/ Costume jewelry has been chic since Coco Chanel made it so, but sometimes there's no substitute for real gemstone jewelry. If you'd like to pick some up for much less than usual, here's how. Hint: It's all about timing -- and March is my favorite time to hit the jewelry counters. http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/03/how-to-save-money-on-real-jewelry/ Do you crave color at the start of spring? If you're intrigued by the orange trend too, sate both cravings simultaneously with these adorable Nine West Lovable flats in coral. Cute yet walkable shoes in a stand-out color are a great addition to almost any closet, because when "they match nothing, that ... http://www.thebargainqueen.com/2008/03/nine-west-flats-in-coral-orange-79/