Costume designer on the Sex and the City show/movie, Patricia Field, was featured in Cosmo magazine giving away some of her secrets from styling the movie, "Confessions of a Shopaholic". She tells us how to get big screen style on a budget in the real world.
1. Browse for bargains. Thrift stores are full of inexpensive surprises. Zara and Noir Jewelry have great line of high-quality, low-priced stylish things.
2. Try bold colors. Don't be afraid to experiment with different hues, especially really bright shades. Color is an excellent chance to express your personality and show that you're different from other people. It's one of the better ways to cultivate a signature look of your own.
3. Slim down for spring. Body-skimming (think bandage dress but slightly more floaty) styles are in this year. If you buy it now, you will wear it for YEARS!
4. Go shiny. It's really easy to find cheap gorgeous shoes in synthetic fabric like metallic or patent instead of leather.
5. Mix high and low-priced items. You do not.. repeat.. do not have to wear labels to look great! Rebecca in this movie has many great outfits that include cheaper items like the colorful coats she wears.
6. Be your own stylist. When Patricia creates a wardrobe for a character, she's given a script as a starting point. Find something that inspires you- like a favorite movie.
7. Splurge now and then. If an item catches your eye (like a great bag), and you know you'll wear or use it a lot, then go for it!
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