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Ten ways to feel fabulous on a budget

Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Leni Andronicos

Ever feel like you need to add a little zing to your look? DOLLY has investigated to find the top ten tips to get you feeling and looking like the stars - and on a budget!

1. Snap up designer diffusion lines. Designers to the stars, including Sass & Bide, Stella McCartney and Konstantina Mittas, have all done collaborations with department stores. So remember, get in quick to get your very own little piece of glamour — without the (scary) price tag.

2. Wear expensive perfume. You could be wearing a garbage bag and be mistaken for a celeb with a little Chanel No.5.

3. Throw a garden party. Pick up some vintage tea furniture from the Sunday markets and give it a quick re-paint. Bake some cupcakes, cut the crusts off sandwiches and send out invites to all of the girls. And don't forget to stress the importance of the "vintage glamour" dress code.

4. Wear a hat. Not a beanie, but a big old, old-fashioned hat. Try a wide-brim or boater hat for a dash of instant chic.

5. Get a new 'do. Nothing makes you feel more glamorous than a few foils and a professional blow-dry. Go on girl, you deserve it.

6. Redecorate your bedroom. Paint a feature wall, iron your sheets, hang up that floordrobe and put fresh daisy's in a vase. You'll feel like you've just jetted off to a five-star hotel, and impress mum at the same time.

7. Buy tickets to the ballet. Dress up in your most glam frock, take a pair of binoculars and speak in monotone. You'll be a ballet regular in no time!

8. Curl up on the couch and watch an old Audrey Hepburn flick.

9. Have a DIY at-home spa day. Treat yourself to an avocado mask, exfoliation and a fresh coat of paint on your toes!.

10. Spend your weekend shopping (okay, well maybe browsing) up a storm in your city's premier retail spots. Wear your most fabulous outfit, carry your pooch in your bag and don't take your sunnies off inside.






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