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Halloween: Make it Cheap & Cheerful :)
Mary Hall | October 30, 2008Pumpkin Carving, Maggie Read Photography As everyone knows, its almost time for “All Hallow’s Eve” or as some today...
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Accessories
I wasn’t on The Big Idea, but, I still have some Big Ideas!
Mary Hall | October 29, 2008So due to the recent NY Times article , I understand that something of a debate is still raging...
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Fashion
Today’s NY Times: Recession Chic hits the news!
Mary Hall | October 26, 2008So my 15 minutes of fame may at last be here! 🙂 As some of you know, The Recessionista...
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Topshop
TOP TIP: Topshop Sale
Mary Hall | October 25, 2008As my blog readers know, I love Celia Birtwell..and now the reductions on her Topshop 2008 collection have started....
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Recessionistance: Question the Fees on your Bank Statement!
Mary Hall | October 24, 2008My bank called late yesterday. Now, I have not tried to communicate with my bank in some time. And...
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Norma Kamali
UFB! Norma Kamali at Wal-Mart??? Who Knew? And its fabu!
Mary Hall | October 22, 2008Norma Kamali’s Walmart Line In my recessionary journey through fashion, this is one of, if not the most, shocking...
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Wine
Finding a Reasonable Grenache: It’s a B*tch!
Mary Hall | October 21, 2008It has been said that its not easy to find a good Grenache wine. Why you ask? Some vintners...
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Fashion
Recessionary Fundraising: Still Possible But Slowed Down
Mary Hall | October 19, 2008Yesterday I had the honor of attending a fundraiser organized by some of the Real Housewives of Orange County....
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Fashion
Yummi Delights: Yummi Glass Jewelry
Mary Hall | October 17, 2008Those of you who know me …know I love me some Yummi….Yummi Glass that is. Above is one of...
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Accessories
The Search for the Holy Grail: Anya Hindmarch for Target!
Mary Hall | October 15, 2008For some time I have wanted an Anya Hindmarch bag. I have gazed at them with envy in Harrod’s...
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Fashion
Scottish Style at a Sweet Price: Jonathan Saunders at Target
Mary Hall | October 6, 2008Jonathan Saunders one of London Fashion Week’s most celebrated designers, arrived in Target Stores today. The Scot, who trained...
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Sale
Celia Birtwell on SALE! Less than Tar-jay OR Walmart
Mary Hall | September 29, 2008Listen up recessionistas! I haven’t blogged in awhile. The reason: the economy. Yes, I have been trying to hold...