Expert: Z. Amanda Chen - 8/15/2007

Question
I am kind of on a low bidget right now and i need a new outfit  but i dont know what i should get? im a petite junior (only 5ft tall) i look good in blue and purple, and have big thighs, but im no tfat, and not skinny, im just regular. So can you help me find something that is trendy, looks GREAT, and feels GREAT? THANKS

Answer
Hello Amanda,

Normally if someone is on a low budget, I would recommend just buying a few staples that can be interchanged with your current clothes. So here are a few staples that are in fashion this fall (and possibly to summer). By the way, since I'm not given anything specific, I'll just assume your budget is anything below $25.

A cute jacket is a must for fall and the upcoming winter. Although I, myself, am a avid fan of the simple leather jacket (in red and tan suede) and the peacoat (in black and green), fur coats and trapeze jackets are in style this season. I really wouldn't recommend a teenager wear fur (even I only have the above-mentioned staples), so you should stick with the trapeze jacket. Target has a cute one here: http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=/qid=/ref=br_1_4/601-4692561-1381757?ie=...

For a more relaxed look, try this cardigan from GAP

http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=26680&pid=496939

Right now, JCPenny is having quite a nice sale. Babydolls are very cute right now so check out this page and see what suits you:

http://www3.jcpenney.com/jcp/ProductList.aspx?DeptID=40380&CatID=45883&CatTyp=LF...

I also quite like this cute blue halter you can wear and show off under a jacket:

http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=240148&CategoryID=29541

Now for the bottom, I seriously doubt most girls have big thighs like they tend to think they do. But, if you are really self-conscious, try a-line skirts or the wide-leg jean, which is in fashion this season. I think a white skirt would really go with anything so here's one from Macy's:

http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=244340&CategoryID=28379&Link...

But, if you're determined to wear pants, these gauchos are really casual and flowy:

http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/ref=sc_pgb_r_11_0_14260441/601-4692561-1381...


Well, I hope that helped!