Looking for the perfect summer it-bag? Meet Furla! I love to make a statement and their signature, rubber handbags (carefully curated in Italy, I might add) do just the trick for me. I love my Mini "Candy" Bag, which Erika picked up at Nordstrom for me, but there are so many more that are simply adorable. We have a feeling these are going to be popping up everywhere very soon! The pale pink just totally suits the feminine, summer vibe I have going on right now - Which Furla suits you best?

Clockwise: One / Two / Three / Four

Shop Your Furla Candy Bag Below:

Cuyana in Color

There is really nothing I love more than finding a unique brand, like Cuyana. I love shopping from stores that you can't find at a mall. Obviously, I love the mall, but I am just so much more attracted to things that aren't mass-produced. And with Cuyana, you get amazing designs, high quality and a unique story behind it all. So, more about Cuyana -

- They travel the world searching for the highest-quality materials and suppliers to create the most amazing accessories each country has to offer

- They donate a percentage of the profits to those who don't have access to safe drinking water; a cause I truly believe in

- Their mission is based on making soulful fashion attainable

- Not only are all of the accessories you will find on Cuyana.com are beautiful, but every last detail, down to their gift boxes (which are fabric-covered, reusable boxes imported from Sweden), are special.

Cuyana is hosting a giveaway in honor of their new Spring, Mexican-inspired collection! Repin any images from the Cuyana Pinterest board 'Cuyana in Color' for the chance to win one of three amazing prizes! Start pinning here and enter the contest here! I'm dying to win the embroidered clutch. Good luck!

Our Cuyana Picks:

Embroidered Clutch

Hammered Cuff

Leather Tote

City Walk Panama Hat

All images via Cuyana.com

how to: the perfect blow out

1. Spray detangler throughout your hair and comb through.
*Do not brush your hair without detangler. Breakage is not our friend!

2.Next, I use a keratin protien cream that is heat activated. That way, my hair is actually being
repaired and conditioned while I am blow drying, leaving my hair with a smooth finish afterwards.
I have become minorly obsessed with products. They do make a difference and so I do use them!

3. Spray a volumnizing spray at the roots for extra umph!

4. Seperate your hair into two, even parts. Using a large,
round brush, start with blow drying the bottom half.

5. Invest in a great blow dryer. I swear by my José Eber Infrared Blow Dryer not only
because of it's quick drying, but because of its use of light instead of heat. My hair doesn't
feel fried when I'm done, and I have finally stopped hating blow drying my hair because of
how hot I get by the time I'm done!

6. Trick for extra volume and wave in the front: Roll your "bangs" back in your brush and blow dry
heavily for a minute or two, front and back. (My hair stylist Nadine from PR at Partners in
Tysons Corner taught me that one! Changed my life forever!)

7. Finish with some moroccan hair oil, running it through the mids to
ends of your hair with your fingers and voila; the perfect blow dry!

All photos by Ashley Lettich.

What I Used
Moroccanoil Treatment
Keratin Complex Infusion Therapy Cream
Unite Boosta Spray
Unite 7 Second Detangler
José Eber Infrared Blow Dryer

Use the code FASHIONABLYBROKE15 for 15% off your next José Eber Hair purchase!

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by José Eber Hair in the form of product and/or compensation. As always, the creative concept, written material, and opinions are all of the writers of The Fashionably Broke.

the more "electric" take on Nectar Sunglasses

 

 

as summer turned to fall this weekend, I have been reminiscing about all of the awesome things I was able to do during my "time off" as a recent grad. one of my favorite/most awesome pastimes this summer (besides laying out and beaching it, of course) was heading to music festivals. it was only natural that when Nectar gave us the option to choose from all these fresh shades that I knew exactly what festival I would be wearing them to... Electric Zoo (yes, that rhymed hehe!).  and let me tell you, not only did I look super rad and electric, but they also worked like a charm and kept the sun out of my eyes so I could continue my sweet dance moves without being blinded (and injuring bystanders). I'm currently on the search for my next pair(s) and I am beginning to lean towards the pompano and the zeezo! What do you think?

Forever21 Shorts (Hot Pants) (super hot lace pair) & Sleeveless Roaring Tiger Graphic Tee | Steve Madden Combat Boots (wanting these) |  c/o Nectar Sunglasses - Stoke | Gifted Headband (similar)

mirrored // Nectar Sunglasses

meet nectar sunglasses! this is such a fun brand, celebrating those who live in the moment, and we really couldn't wait to share them with you. they carry a line of sunglasses, where not only the frames come in a ray of fun colors, but so do the lenses. priced from $13-$25, you can afford to get one of each color. you can even customize your own pair to order. and the best part is, if you lose or break them, just send them back and they will replace them with a brand new pair. amazing! these are the kinds of things i live for to find - a feel-good lifestyle brand, a great pair of mirrored sunglasses, and a refund policy that just brightens my day.

c/o Nectar Starboard Sunglasses

Fashionably Broke + Madewell

Fall Madewell by fashionablybrokegirls featuring block tops

we are SO excited to get our hands on some Madewell for fall! and we are also so excited to tell you that we have partnered with the Madewell in Tysons Corner to throw you a personal shopping event! come join us on Sunday, September 9th at 7:30 PM for food, drinks, DIYs, discounts and more. you can find more information about our event below and ticket information here: http://fashionablybrokeandmadewell.eventbrite.com. we hope to see you there! xo!

SHOP Fall Madewell:

Are you looking for some Labor Day Weekend outfit inspiration?
Check me out in the Daily Buzz Style's Top 9 today!

in summer whites and mixed prints

how awesome was yesterday's fashion filled post featuring the Pre-Fall Runway collection from BCBGMAXAZRIA? Lubov Azria's designs for the collection were inspired by the idea of the "romantic gypsy," resulting in looks so fitting for the upcoming transition from summer to fall. for lunch with Lubov we wore BCBGMAXAZRIA pieces (naturally) and embraced their spring/summer 2012 trends, including black and white and geometric prints.

Erika went for a summer whites look in a crochet mini dress and i went for a more structured look than i typically do, in a geometric top and printed trousers.  i'm really more than pleased with our shoe choices, sprinting through the city to catch happy hour with the girls was much more pleasant in wedges and booties.

side note - today is Erika's 22nd birthday (so make sure to wish her a hbd)! happy birthday to my sister, best friend, and better half. i couldn't survive without you and i am so proud of the beautiful, smart woman you are today. i love that we get to celebrate your birthday in the outer banks this time :) love you more than the world! XO natalie

on Erika | BCBGMAXAXRIA Crochet Dress | Levity Boots | ZARA Messenger Bag With Edging |
Marc Jacobs Sunglasses |Michael Kors Watch

on Natalie | BCBGMAXAZRIA Geometric Printed Top |  Ella Moss Aztec Printed Trousers | Trouve Wedges 

| Stella & Dot Olivia Necklace | Michael Kors Watch | Tobi Sunglasses | Chanel Purse

BCBGMAXAZRIA Pre-Fall 2012 Preview & Luncheon

last thursday erika and i had the privilege of previewing the BCBGMAXAZRIA Pre-Fall Runway collection before it hits stores this season. a luncheon event, filled with delicious food and amazing fashion, hosted by Amanda Polk and Capitol File Magazine in the Adour restaurant at the St. Regis Hotel in DC. it was the kind of thing you wish you could do everyday.

Lubov Azria, BCBGMAXAZRIA's leading lady and the Chief Creative Officer of BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP, opened the event by clarifying the meaning of the term pre-fall, which is summer styles in fall colors (also meaning you don't have to wait until fall to start purchasing!). she then described her collection as a mixture of lingerie and active wear with an emphasis on movement and how the woman looks as she walks away. she really couldn't have described it better.

everyone admiring Cuit's studded Christian Louboutins (Cuit is the man behind the social media of BCBGMAXAZRIA)

Lacey Maffettone of A Lacey Perspective was among the many fashionable guests

quickly, the room filled with color, texture, and movement

each look was finished off with the Suspender Waist Belt or the Fringe Waist Belt,
which i think we can all agree that these are essential to our wardrobes

the show's finale, this moto jacket, was by far a dream piece

a quick shot with the amazing Lubov. we can't remember what we were laughing about here, but we just love this picture. from personality to style, she was great. we are all wearing a bit of BCBGMAXAZRIA; us a top and dress, and Lubov is wearing a gown and harness belt. more of our outfit details will be posted tomorrow!

visit our Facebook album for the rest of our snaps from the event, which includes more looks from the Pre-Fall Runway collection as well as how Lubov styles her harness.

All guests received a swag bag filled with Phyto hair care products, Temptu Retouch blush, a BCBGMAXAZRIA bunny iPhone case, eau de parfume, and scarf wrap, as well as the most recent Herve Leger lookbook and Capitol File Magazine.

see more photos from the event on A Lacey Perspective and TPWP Guide