MUST READ: EBONY 10/09

Cost: $3.99!

MY FAVE SECTIONS:

1. 5 Tricks to SAVING even when you're broke: Steps to make your cash grow; pg.36

2.Celebrity beauty secrets revealed: How the rich and famous stay fabulous; pg.50-51

3.Everybody's Hustling; pg.28

*4.Live FAB, Spend LESS; pg. 57

5. How to Declutter and make CASH!; pg. 60-61

6. You've got 99 problems, but STRESS shouldn't be one; pg.92-93

7. Working on the CHEAP; pg. 94

8. (For fall fashion inspiration) Under Cover; pg. 108-110

source: www.ebonyjet.com

Go pick up your copy TODAY!

TRIP TO THE MOVIES = $0..in MY WALLET!!

Last night, my mom and I went to the Alamo Drafthouse in Houston Tx. to see Tyler Perry's new film "I Can Do Bad All By Myself" (GREAT movie by the way).

Cost: $18.00!!! for 2 people

(umm..WOAH!)

Since when did going to the movies cost so damn much!

I remember when it was much cheaper!

But the service was excellent and I feel it was worth the price for the Alamo Drafthouse (Thats where you get real food and drinks instead of fatty popcorn and candy for a trillion bagillion dollars!)

Other theatres charge you an arm and a leg to just sit and watch the movie! I can do that @ home when the DVD comes out! L0L

Thats why I don't really go to the movies anymore unless someone else is payin' (i.e. My Boyfriend..haha j/k).

I admit, YES! I am CHEAP!

KISSEZ!

MUST READ: ESSENCE 10/09

Price: ONLY $3.99!

This issue is on the must read lists for the month for "cheap" fashion and beauty finds!

Source: www.essence.com

BEAUTY

29 Fab Frugal Finds Keep your looks up in a down economy

40 Beauty News: Carol's Daughter goes to the movies; beauty tips for survivors

44 Strands Turn one amazing haircut into five distinct hairdos

FASHION

47 Looks We Love What to wear to work

50 Accessories Flats, pumps, tights

54 Show Off Your Shape Go mad for plaid

56 Street Style Fashionistas display their chicness

Just had to post...

DISCOUNT MAKEUP SITE!!!

(also on the site: hair, accessories, mens counter, fragrances, skin, bath and body, and they have a "hard to find" section!)

I am ordering some M.A.C products from here as I post!!

I'm too excited!

:-)

www.beautyencounter.com

Here you can find ALL your beauty and cosmetic needs!

GOODNITE!

KISSEZ!

LATE NIGHT HAIR TALK...

Tonight and every Thursday, I am going to have what I like to call "Late Night Hair Talk" and review various hair products, weaves, etc.

Like I said in my first post, this week I will be talking about products that I use. In true Duchess of Cheap fashion, I have made sure all of the products are CHEAP! :-)

LET'S GET STARTED!

My hair is a medium grade, not coarse and not fine, right in the middle, my hair also breaks off very easily && I have a hard time finding a regimen that I can stick too! I have a couple products that have worked so far for me:

*=newest products I have used on my hair

--I love love LOVE Creme of Nature...That is what my beautician uses on my hair and it is sooo GREAT!

-Chamomile & Comfrey Moisturizing Conditioner

Price: $3.99!

(FAVE!)

...&&...

*-Kiwi & Citrus Ultra Moisturizing Shampoo for Dry, Brittle Hair

Price: $3.99!

(NEWEST BUT ALSO A FAVE!)

---SPLURGE MOMENT!---

CAROL'S DAUGHTER

Khoret Amen Shampoo w/ Sea Moss

Price: 12.50

Khoret Amen Hair Smoothie

Price: $19.00

Black Vanilla Leave-In Conditioner

Price: $11.50

TOTAL: $43.00

(So worth it though!)

All of these products have aided in relieving the breakage and damage of over-processing that has been done to my hair. I hear that you are supposed to change up your regimen every so often but with GREAT results like this, why would i want to!?

Thank ya'll for reading.

First Youtube Video Review:

September 11th

youtube.com/duchessofcheap09

KISSEZ!

---Dirt Cheap Wednesdays---

WELCOME TO MY BLOG!

LETS GET STARTED!

Explanation:

"Dirt Cheap Wednesdays"

Every Wednesday, I will spotlight a store and review some "dirt cheap" clothing, shoes, accessories, beauty finds, etc.

NOTE: When I say "dirt cheap", I am talking about price! :-)

I am going to start "Dirt Cheap Wednesdays" off with the products that I use!

Tonight's Spotlight Store is:

BEAUTY FINDS:

1. Johnson & Johnson's Vanilla Oatmeal Baby Lotion

Price: $4.59!

(the bottle is huge for the "dirt cheap" price!!)

My Personal Review:: It may be one of the newest of the Johnson & Johnson family but,

I LOVE THIS LOTION! I'm telling ya'll it is the best!

I have semi-dry skin and have tried everything from Olay to Suave, and sometimes you just have to go back to your roots. This lotion has my skin feelin' so soft and luscious..I cant get enough.

2. Clean & Clear Deep Cleansing ASTRINGENT

Price: $3.74!

(works wonders...definitely worth it!)

My Personal Review:: I always get compliments on my skin, this is the reason! I just simply wash my face with a moisturizing soap and pat dry then I apply a small amount of the astringent all around my face. It has been said to dry the skin out, that is why you re-apply moisture after you have put this on your face! :-)

3. VASELINE!

Price: $2.69!

My Personal Review:: People underestimate Vaseline. It can be used for everything! Its like the universal remote of beauty! Haha :-)

You can use Vaseline to:

Take off make-up

Moisturize face and body

Relieve chapped lips

&& the list goes on!

...When all else fails, GO BACK TO YOUR ROOTS! :-)...

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CLOTHING:

1.Norma Kamali Organic Cotton Tee

Price: $3.00!

My Personal Review:: I have this shirt in all three colors, pink, navy blue, and white. I throw them on when I have a studio day or just want to be comfy! I love the way the tee fits and feels. Very comfortable!

2.Smocked Strapless Jumpsuit

Price: $14.00!

My Personal Review: I am a huge fan of jumpsuits, I own 3 of them. :-)

Very comfortable and an easy outfit to accessorize and make FAB!

3. Miley Cyrus & Max Azria - Juniors Liquid Leggings

Price: $10.00!

My Personal Review: I chose these leggings because it too is a universal simple item of clothing, I love leggings and these are great for when you want to add an edge to any look. I'm young and always lookin' for something cute and funky! I'm also loving Miley's line at Wal-Mart...very cute clothing!

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That's all for tonite folks!

I will be back next Wednesday for more "Dirt Cheap" Reviews!!!!

UP NEXT:

FRIDAY NIGHT GLAM SESSION!

LOVE YA!

MUAH!

COMING SOON!

Hello everyone!

I am Alexandria, Houston Texas native, and better known as the self-titled Duchess Of Cheap.

I gave myself this name because I get plenty of compliments and questions on where I buy my things, and let me tell you, I am the queen of the SALE RACK! :-)

I believe that NOTHING over $100 is a "BARGAIN"..unless you have the money to spend...I DON'T...and that's why I created this blog. I am a jobless college student, looking to still be fabulous with only ten dollars in my wallet and I believe i have come up with the solution!!!

On this blog, I will show you how to be FABULOUS on a dime! LITERALLY!

I will do my best to show you where to find all the hottest "cheap" clothing, accessories, hair products, makeup, grocery store beauty finds, places to eat, etc., all around the Houston area and on the INTERNET!!!!!!.

NO! the clothes will not look cheap or be cheaply made...all the PRICES will be cheap! :-)

That's what its all about my cheap sistas!

So please stay tuned!

DUCHESS OF CHEAP: THE BLOG is coming soon!!!