Comments on: Show your Maxxinista style and win $300

By: The winner of the TJ Maxx Competition!

The winner of the TJ Maxx Competition! — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:45:35 +0000

[...] many, many superb outfits in the running for the TJ Maxx competition last week, it was hard to come up with a single winner. But our judge Dianna, the Budget Babe, managed to [...]

By: Angie

Angie — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:36:38 +0000

Wow! I’m impressed ladies. Some of these outfits are absolutely KILLER. Dianna has her work cut out for her trying to pick a winner. Best of luck

By: Marianna

Marianna — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:46:24 +0000

Hello again Dianna and Angie! The competition is really heating up so I have a couple more Maxxinista outfits to show you!

I just graduated college this September and have been struggling to find a full time job. I am slowly starting my career in the television industry and it is important for me to dress well and feel confident in my clothes while I go through the emotional process of job hunting. I don’t have a big budget to spend on clothes, but thanks to TJ Maxx and similar stores, I am able to occasionally add items to my wardrobe. My lifestyle is very casual and here are three casual examples of my casual Maxxinista style:

1) http://i985.photobucket.com/al.....G_2149.jpg
Grey skinny jeans from Faith 21 (Forever 21), Torrid houndstooth jacket, purple Naturalizer boots purchased during their boot sale and with 20% off coupon code from retailmenot.com, pearl necklace from Urban Outfitters years ago.

2) http://i985.photobucket.com/al.....G_2144.jpg
Michael by Michael Kors mod dress via Nordstrom Rack, cream sweater purchased for $1 from You Look Fab forum member, leggings from Target, slouchy boots via Nordstrom Rack.

3) http://i985.photobucket.com/al.....G_2060.jpg
Boyfriend cardigan purchased for $1 from YLF forum member, Old Navy graphic tee, Torrid skinnies, Me Too wedges.

Thank you for your consideration. I would be SO appreciative and thankful if I was awarded the TJ Maxx voucher. My financial situation has been tough lately, but my wish list is a mile long. I’d love to be able to add a few fun new pieces to my wardrobe, as well as buy my boyfriend a couple new things as well!

Good luck to all the contestants! All the outfits are gorgeous and I am so impressed.

By: Amanda D.

Amanda D. — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:53:18 +0000

Sometimes I feel my best budget outfits are the simplest ones. This outfit is made up of a very inexpensive Gap jacket winter clearance 2007. The turtleneck is H & M Fall 2009.
The distressed white pants are on clearance at the Gap 2009. The loafers were a real find at Goodwill they were new in Winter of 2009. The bag in from H & M Fall 2009. Thank you!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/schatzi2009/

By: NYMissy

NYMissy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:20:24 +0000

Okay last Maxxinista outfit:

http://s938.photobucket.com/al.....p;newest=1

This is my Maxxinista outfit because it is anchored by one fab piece, that jacket, and it is SO easy to find a standout piece at TJMaxx. I owe my sister on this one because she found that jacket at a Zara but relinquished it to me.It is one of the nicest jackets I own and adore it.
Brown faux suede wrap jacket from Zara, jeans from Express, green scarf from streets of London, bag from Belk and shoes from shoe outlet in Orlando.

Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your blog and this wonderful contest! Now that my sister has me hooked, I’ll be following.

By: NYMissy

NYMissy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:16:09 +0000

Maxxinista outfit 3:

http://s938.photobucket.com/al.....p;newest=1

This is one of my few trendier outfits but I think still with some classic elements. It is grounded by some great basics, something that shopping at TJMaxx allows me to do very easily. A Maxxinista knows how to stretch her money and starting with good basics is the first step.

Cardigan by Express, tights from Macys’, black booties from Primark, red necklace borrowed from my sister, and red fun bag from Belk

By: NYMissy

NYMissy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:12:39 +0000

Maxxinista outfit 2;

http://s938.photobucket.com/al.....p;newest=1

I love this look because it is the first time I have ever worn a pencil skirt and I LOVE it! That’s one of the best things about TJ Maxx and allowing me to be a Maxxinista– can try something new without breaking the bank.

Knit top from TJMaxx, ruffle pencil skirt from Express, purse from Target(again borrowed from my sister), beaded bracelet from Primark, and shoes from Belk(on sale, as always).Never pay full price!

By: NYMissy

NYMissy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:09:23 +0000

HI,
I am new to YLF. My sister(PalmFronds) talks about this site all the time and I have read some of the blogs but never left comments, so when she told me about the contest I thought I should shed my shyness and jump right in!

I have a few outfits that fit my Maxxinista interpretation.To me a Maxxinista is someone who knows her style and how to put it together within a reasonable budget.My style is simple classic overall but I am still young(younger than my sister!) so I like a little flair. TJMaxx has long been a mainstay of shopping for me.There I have ben able to find basics and classics, as well as trendy upgrades to my wardrobe.Currently I am out of a job so whenever I do shop it REALLY needs to be something that will go the distance and not break my small budget. TJMaxx never disappoints!
Here is outfit 1:
http://s938.photobucket.com/al.....p;newest=1

Cami and black pants from Express, shoes from Belk, amazing cardigan from Marshalls,purse from BR and borrowed from my sister I am doing lots of borrowing these days!

By: Kasmira

Kasmira — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:40:06 +0000

My Maxxinista style:
http://whatiwore2day.blogspot......nista.html

I shop at TJ Maxx because I can find trendy, cute items for less. Then I can save my pennies for splurge items like the velvet scarf I’m wearing and the full-price bag I’m carrying. My Maxxinista style consists of mixing high and low items for my own unique and affordable look.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:58:03 +0000

I’m a penniless newlywed, therefore I love TJMaxx. And Ebay, thrift stores, and my mom-in-law, who keeps buying me cute clothes. I love feeling beautiful and confident no matter what I’m doing.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/
There’s an awesome thrift store in OKC called Plato’s Closet. I got this whole outfit there one afternoon, except the sandals, which are from Journey’s.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/
camisole and skirt- Rue21, tights- TJMaxx, boots- Shoe Carnival, anklet- WallyWorld, shirt- mom-in-law.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/
What I am wearing today. I do love these boots, they make me feel tall and confident. t-shirt- gift, corset- Kohls $5 rack, scarf- found on the road in Scotland, jeans- Ebay, boots- Shoe Carnival.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/
sweater- Kohls, scarf- WallyWorld, earrings- made by yours truly, jeans- Plato’s Closet.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/
dress- closeout at Target!!! earrings- don’t remember it’s been so long, shoes- Journey’s.