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Bargain Shopping: Roaring 20s Party Costume

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Hey Loves!

I attended a roaring 20s party.  Here's all about how my costume came together.


I received an invite to a roaring 20s themed birthday party. I immediately thought about making a flapper dress.   I checked out Pinterest ands saw a lot of sequins and a lot of fringe.  All you of you that dabble in sewing know that those things can be expensive.   I also hate sewing sequins!

I saw this pic and thought this is totally doable.

 I was going to make the dress,  but I just didn't feel like it.   So my hubby digested I go buy something.   He even came along.   I'm glad he did because he found the perfect dress hiding on a sale rack for $5 in Rainbow.  You know I love a deal.  I wish I had taken pics of the back. It's the perfect little black dress.

The next day, I checked out Charming Charlie for some accessories.   I walked out with 2 necklaces, headband, earrings, bracelets, scarf, and shoes for $41.  These are all accessories I can wear again, especially for the holidays!   I love that store!

Lastly,  I need a red lip and I don't wear makeup.  Well, I have seen a few YouTube videos about DollarTree makeup so I decided to get a lipstick from there.   I wasn't disappointed.   I'll bring it out again for holiday parties.

Here's my attempt at roaring 20s for less than $50:



My date was pretty handsome, too.

What do you think? Do you have any go to shops for bargains?

Until next time, Smooches!

DJ

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