I love Summer because of the sandals. So many different colors, so many different styles and they are usually affordable enough that you can buy a few – or a dozen–pairs. I’m a little ashamed to admit that with as many cute styles as are out there, I always revert back to the flip flop and I haven’t quite mastered the art of walking in the sandals that have just one strap.

This year will be different. I will embrace at least 3 different styles of sandals. It’s my Summertime fashion goal. After all, they all leave your toes open to the air and that’s the best part about sandals. (It’s all about comfort for this Recessionista.) I’m heading to the Recessionista online shoe shop right now. Stay tuned to see what I decide on.

What is your sandal style? Tell us in the comments!

With fashion you’ve got to stay one season ahead. With that being the case, we are heading into swimsuit season.  Don’t panic– I have nothing but good news for the lovers and not-so-much-lovers of Summer.

Some of us love the blazing hot warm sun on our faces (if you’re one of those, don’t forget to wear sunscreen!) and the sand in our pants between our toes. While I love the change of seasons, I could definitely live without baring it all on the beach, but this year will be different!

The itty bitty bikini is a thing of the past. Retro swim suits have been making a comeback for years and this year I think I’ll be getting on the wagon. Retro styles come in cute and classy looks and the best part is they provide coverage for the modest woman! Let’s face it, none of us are getting any younger and while I am all for embracing our hot bods, the modest swim suits are so classic and lovely. I haven’t made my retro swim suit purchase yet, but I have been working on a little inspiration for those of you who are considering taking the plunge.

What’s your favorite retro style? If you’ve already embraced the retro swimsuit trend, where did you purchase your suit? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments!

I know that Spring just started, but the news about Summer fashion trends is floating around and I can hardly handle the excitement. The neon trend from last Summer continues and it’s even better than ever. As soon as I heard, I painted my nails in neon pink and went to hang out by the pool. If you’re not quite ready to slip into a neon yellow dress , you can ease yourself into it with neon polish and brightly colored accessories.

Bright colors – especially neon – are so often neglected. They are abandoned to forever be associated with the 80’s, but I say bring it back. Color is a way of expressing yourself and if you love a color you shouldn’t be freaked out to wear it.

While there is a long standing myth that certain skin tones can’t wear certain colors (ahem – my olive skin tone in an orange shirt is not the most flattering thing you’ve ever seen), if you really love a color that doesn’t flatter you, find other ways to wear it. Typically there is only an unflattering contract when you wear too much of a color or you wear it too close to your face.

If a neon yellow top is not for you try wearing neon yellow in these other fabulous ways…
Your handbag
Bracelets
Shoes (Hello hot yellow shoes!)
Shorts (Can you handle it? I think so!)

What’s your favorite color and what’s your favorite way to wear it? Share your style in the comments

Things have been so chaotic around these parts (hence, no blog posts lasts week) that the only kind of fashion I can think of is the kind you do with an eye mask on and classical music playing in the background. Whether your style is girlish charm or vampy vixen, slipping into pajamas that are actually pajamas, rather than your husband’s old tee, can make you feel pretty– even if it’s only for a few minutes before you doze off.

What’s your sleepy time style? Tell us in the comments!

With the tee design contest we have going on, I couldn’t help but spend the whole week thinking about t-shirts. In fact, I designed my own yoga – inspired tee. (If it’s good enough for the judges, you’ll see it soon!) I was doing my research for tee inspiration and I found myself loving all of the tees that promoted causes, ideas and generally wonderful philosophies. While these are simple tees, these celebrities are spreading powerful messages of peace, love and puppy adoption.

So tell us… Who Wore it Best?

Share your thoughts on these tees and don’t forget to send us your t-shirt design ideas to sales (at) recessionistaparty (dot) com!

Ladies! We’re so excited to announce, that Recessionista now has IN HOUSE apparel printing/embellishment. Rhinestoning. screen printing, and more! What exactly does that mean? Our customers can dream up any design they’d like, and we can produce it–of course, at a RECESSIONISTA price! So we thought we’d kick off the news with a TEE DESIGNING contest… Here are the details…

‎1. TO ENTER: You don’t have to be an artist or designer! Just email a picture or saying to us that you think would make a cute tee! Women’s, kid’s, men’s–it doesn’t matter! Email it to: sales@recessionistaparty.com

 ‎2. We’ll be accepting entries for the next 2 WEEKS! We’re going to pick 3 GRAND PRIZE winners!

 ‎3. Winners receive…$100 Recessionista Credit, PLUS 5 of their tees–you pick the sizes and colors! 

BONUS: We have a little something for EVERYONE that enters!

So start creating!   We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

UPDATE***–We posted the contest info last night on Facebook, and have already received many amazing designs!!!  Keep ‘em coming! (My personal faves to far…Melissa’s Embellished Tee, and Kaylie’s floral peacock design–I want one of each for myself!!)