Finally, a column that favors the collegiette’s budget! Catch up with the 10 x 10 blog weekly to find 10 items from online retailers that cost $10 or less. These hidden treasures are difficult to find, so this column makes it easier for you. Make sure you take advantage of these offers ASAP, most of these items are on sale and can go away fast.
1. Geometrics Dress: $9.60 – Nasty Gal
http://www.nastygal.com/sale/geometrics%2Ddress
Let’s start it off with Nasty Gal’s 50% off of Sale promotion, no promo code needed. This geometric dress, at a $48 original price, is something to go crazy over. The pastel pink color scheme is still suitable for winter fashion, with its black diamond and zigzag patterns. Pair this dress with black tights and booties, or with over-the-knee boots.
2. Alayna Peplum Top: $9.60 – Nasty Gal
http://www.nastygal.com/sale/alayna%2Dpeplum%2Dtop
Cut-outs are a huge trend this fall and winter; you can find missing space on the latest ankle boots, leggings, and dresses. This blouse has an interesting take on this trend, with cutouts that reveal the shoulders. The peplum silhouette that you can be matched with skinny jeans for a casual outfit, or with a pencil skirt for an edgy-meets-classic look.
3. Metalhead Sunglasses: $7.00 – Nasty Gal
http://www.nastygal.com/sale/metalhead%2Dshades%2Dsilver
Use this edgy interpretation of the cat-eyed silhouette to vamp up an outfit. The silver frames add a metallic flash to contrast the dark fabrics of winter, and the tinted lenses give your face a pop of color. For seven bucks, these specs are a total steal.
4. Tiered Waist Shorts: $10.90 – Forever 21
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=sale&ProductID=2017305778&VariantID
Summer may be over, but don’t put your shorts in storage just yet. shorts, like these tiered shorts from Forever 21, look great over plain or printed tights. If it’s not too cold out, try completing the outfit with some over-the-knee socks and tall boots.
5. Metal Tip Collar Tie Blouse: $9.99 – Forever 21
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?Br=F21&Category=top&ProductID=2031557636&VariantID=&recid=product_rr-_-17305778-_-31557636-_-66-_-1
Now that it’s sweater weather, one way to dress up those knits and cardigans is to layer them over embellished collars. The metal tips are a subtle yet surprising touch to the all-white color scheme. Wear the top with a pencil skirt for your internship, or with liquid-leather leggings when you go out.
6. Kimchi Blue Turn-Lock Mini Crossbody Wallet: $9.99 – Urban Outfitters
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=28869105&parentid=SALE_W_ACC
Packing light? Leave the tote bag behind for a polished leather cross-body, big enough to carry your phone and wallet, but small enough to not be a distraction. The sling is the perfect accessory for concerts, raves, and clubs, to leave you hands free.
7. Remi & Reid Deco Love Checkbook Wallet: $9.99 – Urban Outfitters
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=26999813&parentid=SALE_W_ACC
This gold-embellished wallet is perfect for holding your Christmas shopping funds, now that the holiday season is well underway. For only $9.99, this accessory should be the least of your shopping worries. The intricately folded fan design is a cute touch to a functional clutch with large, useful pocket space.
8. ASOS Metal Plate Peak Cap: $9.79 – ASOS
http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Metal-Plate-Peak-Cap/zadmy/?iid=2579042&cid=1929&sh=0&pge=3&pgesize=36&sort=3&clr=Black&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1NZXRhbC1QbGF0ZS1QZWFrLUNhcC9Qcm9kLw..
This metal plate cap adds a sleek translation to the hypebeast trend. If you think anything plated with gold shouldn’t be less than 10 dollars, think again. Pair this hat with a leather jacket, maybe even with some black harem pants and wedge sneakers.
9. California Fleece Tulip Skirt: $9.00 – American Apparel
http://store.americanapparel.net/product/?productId=rsa5306dl&c=Royal%20Blue
When has anything from American Apparel cost less than ten bucks? Take advantage of this sale item while it lasts. Make this your go-to skirt that you can wear to work, to class, or out to dinner. It’s convertible and functional – it has pockets!
10. Mesh Dress: $10 – H&M
http://www.hm.com/us/product/17777?article=17777-A#shopOrigin=SA
Believe it or not, this sexy mesh dress is only $10. H&M never fails to offer a great deal. This little number is the perfect crossroads between classy and revealing, with black panels that show off the midriff and shoulders under a thin mesh covering. Grab your favorite heels and wear this one on a night out with the girls.