Layaway is back in style for Christmas

Also look at TJ Maxx and Aritzia for layaway options.  Where do you use layaway??

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Stripe Scene

I wish I could help GUCCI celebrate their anniversary by buying their amaze striped handbag...but, since I don't see myself affording it right now I'm waiting for the Tommy Hilfiger striped handbag to make it to TJ Maxx...will let you know once I find it!

Take a deal on a striped handbag by Fashionalities featuring leather handbags

Gucci leather handbag
$1,154 - farfetch.com

Tommy Hilfiger hat
$198 - usa.tommy.com

Back to School Must-Haves at TJMAXX

I still remember packing for college and personalizing my dorm room...I LOVED it!  I still get soo excited when it comes time for back to school and all of the organizing items are back!  Even though I am not in school right now it's a great time for anyone to jump in for the creative deals on organizing your home to your office.  Since I am going to be having a baby soon, I had packing on my radar and got this AMAZING weekend bag by Tommy Hilfiger for my BIG day using my $25 TJ Maxx card for this $49.99 bag and this was a steal...I think this would also be great for the college crowd for their weekend excursions.

Here are a few tips from the experts at TJ Maxx and Marshalls!

Students may find it difficult to decorate their room for the first time, but there are easy ways to add personal style and flare without breaking the bank.

·         Perk up a suite with coordinating bed spread, sheets and pillows that speaks to any student’s personal style. Try a bright , bold color or interesting pattern.

·         Add accessories like accent pillows, a bean bag for extra seating, conversational rug and matching laundry hamper to bring the whole look together.  Make studying more exciting by equipping a desk with great accessories like decorative lamps, colorful bulletin boards and desktop organizers. For all nighters in the library, pack laptops  in soft sided decorative cases.

·         And then, there’s the things students didn’t know they needed, but come in handy daily like stylish tool sets, ironing boards and more.

Whether their style is “Preppy Americana” or “Modern Minimalistic Chic” – T.J. Maxx and Marshalls have an amazing selection that will suite any student’s style! Beginning July 5^th, both stores will be stocked with these must-haves and more for the dorm.

Did You Know....

I was surfing the Vogue UK site and saw some street trend shots and one of the girls referenced shopping at TK Maxx...has anyone heard of TK Maxx?  I, of course thought it was a typo and decided to investigate...and it looks like TK Maxx is the same as our TJ Maxx...same font and everything...just went to the next letter in the alphabet to change it up a bit for our friends over seas:)  The next time I go to London I have to check it out:)  If you have, let me know what the difference is:)