GYPO Style Challenge | Fall 2014

GYPO Style Challenge | Fall 2014

Imagine waking up every morning and knowing EXACTLY what you’re wearing that day. Better yet, having all of the basics of your fall wardrobe in your closet PLUS a multitude of mix and match casual outfits. No more looking into your closet not knowing what to wear or wandering around the mall not knowing what to buy. All the work is done for you.

READY TO SIGN UP?

*IMPORTANT – You must confirm your subscription to the fall challenge e-mail list after sign up in order to receive materials.  AOL and Hotmail block some of my e-mails.  I highly recommend using a different e-mail address for sign up, if you have one.  Also, G-mail sometimes routes my e-mails into a promotions or spam folder, please check there for your confirmation e-mail.    If you don’t receive the confirmation e-mail, please e-mail me ASAP at info@getyourprettyon.com.
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Hi, I’m Alison Lumbatis, the creator of Get Your Pretty On. You may have seen my recent fall style feature in the October issue of Redbook. I love making style simple and I’d love to be YOUR personal shopper and virtual stylist for fall.

How Does the GYPO Style Challenge Work?

You’ll receive a shopping list of fall wardrobe essentials perfect for any casual occasion. Don’t worry – you won’t have to invest a ton of money to participate. A lot of the pieces might already be in your closet and you’re free to shop at your favorite stores. You can spend as much or as little as you want!

After the pieces are in place, you’ll receive 21 days of fall outfit combos created from those pieces in your inbox daily. You can choose to style your pieces and wear the outfit that day or save it for another day. All of the outfits are able to be downloaded and printed so you can refer back to them.

What’s Included:

  • Your Fall Basics Shopping List – A list of fall wardrobe essentials with links to recommended items plus a downloadable PDF to print off and take shopping with you.
  • 21 Days of Daily Outfits – A different outfit combo each day created from the pieces on your shopping list. Outfits are released at 8:00 p.m. ET the night before so you can have it ready to wear the next day.
  • Facebook Group* –  Each style challenge has it’s own private Facebook group where you can show off your style, share shopping tips and make great friends. Most participants agree that this is the best part of the challenge!
    • *Only active during live portion of challenge, this group is now closed.

What type of outfits will they be?

The Fall GYPO Style Challenge outfits are cute and casual outfits for the busy woman on the go, but they also work well for casual business environments or anyone who wants to kick up her casual style a notch. You’re also free to shop where you want and modify any of the pieces or outfits to suit your comfort level and style.

Here are some sample outfits from the challenge.

How Much Does it Cost to Participate?

If you were working one-on-one with a stylist and personal shopper, the average cost of a capsule wardrobe and 21 days of styling options would be well over $1,000! But one of the beliefs that I founded GYPO on is that great style should be accessible and affordable for everyone. That’s why I’ve made participation in the GYPO Style Challenge available for just $24.99 ($29.99 for late registration).

Will I Have to Invest a lot of Money into the Shopping List?

It’s really up to you how much you want to spend. Many of the pieces will already be in your closet, I’m just showing you different ways to pair them up. If you decide to buy new items, you’re free to shop at your favorite stores and spend as much or as little as you want. Shopping list recommendations will include items from Target, Loft, Nordstrom, J. Crew, Boden, Old Navy, Banana Republic and other stores with both online and in store shopping options.

Does this challenge build on pieces from the other challenges?

Yes, if you’ve participated in past challenges, it’s very likely that you’ll get to use a few of those pieces in this challenge too.

NEW for this challenge – Try the Trend!

Look for this symbol in the challenge shopping list for fun “Try the Trend” options.  You can go with the classic item recommended or substitute it for the trendier item listed.

What if I can’t find the pieces on the shopping list?

Most of the pieces can be found anywhere but just in case, I do provide substitutions.

I work outside of the home, is this challenge right for me?

While there will be opportunities to substitute pieces to make the outfits dressier, this challenge will primarily be for casual outfits. If you’re looking for weekend wear, or want to keep the outfits for future reference, you’re welcome to participate.  If you’re looking for dressier outfits, you may want to check out my Work Your Work Wear Challenge.

But I already did my fall shopping!  Why does the challenge start so late?

Challenges usually start a few weeks into a season because women from all over the US and Canada participate (some as far as Australia and the UK!).  By waiting, there’s a better chance that everyone’s weather will cooperate so the outfits will work.  You are welcome to shop your challenge and still participate, even if your fall budget is spent!

FIVE REASONS TO JOIN THE FALL CHALLENGE

1.  You’ll have your fall wardrobe basics in place and may even be able to shop your closet for many of them.

2.  You’ll know exactly what you’re wearing every day for 21 days.

3.  You’ll get loads of inspiration and support in the Facebook group.  You may even make some new friends!

4.  You’ll have lots of new go-to outfits for virtually every activity this fall.

5.  It’s totally risk free.  You get a 100% money back guarantee, if you don’t like the shopping list or the first week of outfits, I’ll refund every penny.

READY TO SIGN UP?

*IMPORTANT – You must confirm your subscription to the fall challenge e-mail list after sign up in order to receive materials.  AOL and Hotmail block some of my e-mails.  I highly recommend using a different e-mail address for sign up, if you have one.  Also, G-mail sometimes routes my e-mails into a promotions or spam folder, please check there for your confirmation e-mail.    If you don’t receive the confirmation e-mail, please e-mail me ASAP at info@getyourprettyon.com.
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MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you aren’t 100% happy with the program, simply e-mail me by October 17th, 2014 to request a full refund.  Sorry, but refunds will not be available after this date.

What Other Style Challengers are Saying

I ABSOLUTELY love this challenge! One of the best parts of this list is how affordable it is! Each person can choose to spend as much or as little as they want on clothing items. I love that we will style clothes that can be from Target or Saks-and look absolutely gorgeous!

Thank you! Today was a breakthrough for me; I felt so good, confident and stylish, and yet still so comfortable–in my outfit and in my own skin. I wasn’t hiding under baggy clothes, wasn’t tugging on something that didn’t fit well, and wasn’t wearing something that didn’t feel like ME. What a difference! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU all!

Looking at the clothes in my closet a whole different way…not something I would of even thought of a week ago…thank you for “challenging” me to go outside my “comfort level”!

I’m getting so many good ideas here and learning so much from what you’ve shared, I’ve started a little folder of pics/ideas to take shopping. I feel like I know what I’m looking for and shopping smarter. Thanks!

It’s nice to have a group of positive women encouraging each other. It’s very refreshing in our world-I’m feeling good about my body and clothing choices instead of feeling like I don’t measure up. Thanks Alison.

GYPO Style Challenges are about so much more than the clothes. They’re about changing lives one outfit at a time. Read what some past participants have to say about how it’s effected their lives.

This challenge has brought a NEW me. I am a teacher, a mom, wife, and this has helped bring a smile to my face every day! I am getting compliments on my outfits from teachers and my students are loving the accessories!” – Karan

“I’ve never been stopped by strangers and generally don’t get noticed. Don’t get me wrong – I’m extremely confident about my abilities, but not how I look. This week I have turned a corner. When I enter the office in the morning, the secretaries stop me to check me out. A total stranger at Target told me she loved my bright green trench coat and my scarf. Even middle school students have noticed that I’m looking different. And they approve. Earlier this week I texted my husband “I feel pretty” and he texted back “You ARE!” Maybe after a few more weeks of this I will believe it.” – Laura

“Besides having a ton of fun waiting for each day’s outfit to be revealed and tweaking it to fit my style, one of the best aspects of the GYPO Style Challenge has been the positive new friends I’ve connected with on the Challenge Facebook page! The kind words, humor, and genuine care for others have been such an inspiration and encouragement to me. No matter the age, body shape, or walk of life, it’s been a confidence builder to have a safe place to show my style!“ – Jena

“Just the thought of having all the right pieces and being ready to go out without having to stress about what to wear sounded like a dream. I had to sign up. It’s been exciting, from getting the list on the first day to the unveiling of the outfits each day, but little did I know that the Facebook group would be the highlight of this Challenge. How in the world do you have the nicest and most caring followers?! My family and friends have given me many compliments and feel that I am getting out of my comfort zone. The great thing about all of this is that even when I’m not physically feeling my best, looking good on the outside can make a big difference on how I feel on the inside. And for me, that’s totally worth it. 🙂 Thank you, Alison, from the bottom of my heart.” – Cathy

SIGN UP NOW!

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White Hot Summer Style

White Hot Summer Style

Hey mamas!  We made it to another Friday, woo hoo!  Which means it’s time for Payday Pretty – the day of the week where we take a little out of the weekly budget and do something pretty for ourselves.

This week’s $50 and under inspiration features one of my favorite summer combos – white and silver.  It’s a perfectly crisp and put together beach-y look for day or night.

[White Tunic/Hoop Earrings/Leather Bangle/Swimsuit/Flip Flops/Necklace/Maxi Dress/Wedges/Rectangle Ring]

OK, can we just talk for a minute about this tunic?

This is multi-tasking perfection.  Picture it as a swimsuit cover up, with a pair of shorts for day or with white denim for a casual dinner out.  You will be finding excuses to wear it every day!

White Tunic ModCloth

 [White Crocheted Tunic – ModCloth]

This white bandeau maxi dress is pretty special too.  Pair it with flip flops for day or dress it up with silver jewelry and wedges for night.

[Bandeau Maxi Dress – ASOS]

Silver jewelry is the perfect finishing touch for these white looks.  Try a statement ring in a hammered finish like this one.

[Rectangle Ring – The Jewellery People]

It’s Your Turn:  What’s your favorite way to wear white in the summer?  Share your style inspiration in the comments!

Ask Alison | Style my Yellow Jeans

Ask Alison | Style my Yellow Jeans

Hello, pretties!   I have a special guest to introduce to you today.  Her name is Sarah and she’s the spunky sweetheart behind Tucker Up.  She’s a newlywed (6 months ago), just moved into her first home and shows us her budget friendly ways to look great and makes pretty things.  She’s a super cute total package and I have a feeling you’re going to love her too!
 
 Hey Y’all, I’m Sarah from Tucker Up. I am super-duper excited to be hangin’ out over here at Get Your Pretty On!  

Just to fill you in on my little life I will give you a quick rambling of what Tucker Up is composed of. For starters, I live with my hunky husband in a suburb of Dallas. We have two pups (full grown dogs) named Wrigley and Bailey. We bought our first house in April and then Tucker Up was born in order to have an organized space to rant about the life of a newly married couple settling into their first home.  

When Alison asked me to “get my pretty on” I got pretty nervous because, well, if you haven’t noticed, she has pretty awesome fashion. After much deliberation about what kind of outfit I wanted to showcase, I decided on doing a general outfit post. I know bor-ring, but this outfit is perfect for “winter” in Texas, and it is literally one of my favorite outfits. ever. Hey, that counts for something, right?! 

Ya see…here in the dirty south it doesn’t get that cold. We have cold days here and there, but I have been know to wear shorts on Christmas. I loveee (like literally love) this outfit to pieces because it is wintery enough, yet I am not in a sweater…because, well, a sweater isn’t really needed much in Texas! Did I also mention that this outfit is full of color, much like my personality?? Ha!

 The shirt is from Francesca’s (aka Franny’s as I call it). Lu-uvvv it. It is “long-sleeved” yet sheer, so it looks as though I dressed for winter, yet this shirt could easily be a spring and summer shirt. Score. Winning. Makes me wanna holla like a balla! 

The mustard jeans are from Target. These jeans are pretty thin, but who can resist mustard colored jeans? Ummm, no one. Hello? Have you seen Pinterest lately? If you don’t have colored jeans you bess get on it, gurl! 

Oh, and these boots…let a girl tell ya ’bout her boots. The grey-babies were 40% off at Franny’s making them a whopping $40. FORTY dollars people. That is like striking gold, I’d even stretch it to platinum. The red-seamed zipper up the back makes me giddy like a school girl crushin’ on her man boy at the playground. Ahh, love.  

At first I thought this outfit resembled that of a clown incognito. Then I realized that is basically me, a walking clown, and proud of it. The bright colors cheer up a dreary winter day and I am in a happy mood right when the fabric hits my bod.   

So, what do ya think?! Would you ‘clown’ it up with me? I bet Alison would 🙂 

Thanks, again, for Alison for having me over here at her oh-so fashionable blog! 

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Well, Sarah, pull up the clown car and bust out the red noses.  I’d love to clown it up with you anyday, girl!  You and your outfit instantly put me in a great mood.  Your sunny yellow pants and color pairings are sure to make anyone smile.  Hmm, I’ve never told someone their pants make me smile.  🙂
Thanks so much for sharing your fun personality and your style with us today!
 
I have a special Ask Alison for you that fits perfectly with Sarah’s guest post…

Hi Alison!  I bought a pair of mustard yellow jeans at the end of summer.  They worked great for fall but I’m running out of ideas for how to pair them up for winter and I want to get more use from them.  Can you give me some fresh suggestions for cooler weather?  Thanks – Jenn B. 

Hey Jenn!  Yellow jeans are so much fun and their life can definitely be extended into the winter months.  There’s nothing better than adding a little sunshine to your outfit on a winter’s day, am I right? Here are some warm and cozy ideas for pairing them up.    

1.  Dot your I’s – Polka dots in blue hues are the perfect compliment to these pants.

2.  Color block it – Add a color blocked scarf to this look, pair with a solid top in a complimentary color for instant style.

3.  Stripes are nice – A cozy striped cardi or sweater adds the perfect amount of fun.  Pair with a tee or tank in a primary color.

4.  Graphic animals – the graphic print of this animal sweater is a cute way to add some warmth to your day.

5.  Chunky prints – This warm sweater with mixed graphics is the perfect partner for these pants.

[Mustard Yellow Jeans:  Dillard’s]

MORE OPTIONS

It’s Your Turn: How are you pairing up mustard yellow jeans this winter? Tell us in the comments!

Style Tips

Style Tips

Mix high and mid-priced items with low. You only need a few classic investment pieces to pair up with mostly inexpensive clothing and accessories. Spend a little each season to update items like trendy tops and necklaces. Pair them up with quality jeans, knits, shoes...
Teen Bedroom Makeover | Budget Style

Teen Bedroom Makeover | Budget Style

When you become a teen in our home, you also get the privilege of choosing your own grown up theme and redecorating your bedroom.  Our middle daughter turned thirteen this year, so we spent the months before (and after) her birthday searching for room re-do ideas.  She knew one thing for sure, it HAD to be green, black and white.  That made the process a little easier.  From that evolved this chic black and white Parisian influenced look with bright apple green walls.

It took several months to finish but we found everything within our budget at some really surprising places.  The  Salvation Army Store turned out to be a treasure trove.  We already had her black bed so that helped out our budget.

[Bedding:  Homegoods, Table Lamps:  Walmart, Rug:  Walmart, Throw Pillows:  Target and Ross]

[Futon:  Walmart, Throw:  Marshall’s, Coffee Table:  Salvation Army Store (repainted), Paris Box:  Homegoods, Glass Bowl:  Ross]

[Dresser:  Walmart, Lamp:  TJ Maxx, Basket:  Ross, Wall Hanging:  Ross, Jewelery Box:  Walmart] 

[Chandelier Decal with Crystals:  Target]

[Wall Hangings:  Salvation Army Store] 

[Mannequin:  Homegoods, Nightstand and Lamp:  Walmart, Picture Frame:  Marshall’s]

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