Winter Fashion Shopping Essentials

One Editor, One $500 Budget — See How She Spends It!

November 3, 2011

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Ever wonder how a fashion editor shops? It's essentially our job to shop — to find the most gorgeous things, assess the trends, and put together outfits for your viewing pleasure. That said, it's hard not to shop for ourselves when we're constantly tempted. Today, we're kicking off our budget shopping challenge in our Fab offices. Each editor gets a $500 Winter fashion budget and is able to spend it however she wants. First off is our associate editor, Chi Chau. She has a knack for cool cuts and bright tennis shoes — how cute are her Isabel Marant sneakers? See how she spends her $500 now.

I tend to move towards darker palettes during the Winter so in an effort to counteract my black and gray hues, I play with texture. Since I already have a nice supply of pants and skirts, my picks are all about cozy jackets and sweaters. I'm also in the mood for fun jewelry and accessories via feathers and beads to add a slight bohemian look to my everyday look. Want to see how I spent my $500 budget? Just click the slideshow to see and shop my picks.

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10 Comments

imsneakersuk 39 weeks 4 days

So wise of her! I'am obsessed with Isabel Marant Sneakers and finally i find a cheap Isabel Marant Sneakers online http://www.isabelmarantsneakersuk.co.uk/

Chi Diem Chau 1 year 28 weeks

@tishag Thanks, I could literally walk miles in these shoes. The yellow is fun pop of color.

Chi Diem Chau 1 year 28 weeks

Hi Shannon! Thanks, my jacket is from Rick Owens. So soft and cozy. =)

tishag 1 year 28 weeks

BTW, this article also gets me thinking about how fashion stylists can stretch money as well. My fav fashion stylist Niki Shadrow and she actually went to school at FIDM which is great :)

tishag 1 year 28 weeks

I love those shoes Chi! It's a unique twist to the traditional tennis shoe and that sweater is fab as well. It's great to see how far you can stretch $500--especially in times where people are looking to save money. Thanks so much for the pictures!