Cheap Chic for President's Ball

Trying to avoid paying lots of money for a new dress? How about you head over to Hanes Mall and pay a little visit to our friend Forever 21, who can always be counted on for cute dresses at a low cost. We like both of these, which are simple and elegant. Plus, they beg to be accessorized with some amazing gold jewelry. Best part? They're both under $30. 

Beaded and Belted.

First Day of Class Chic

Are you ready to hit the books again, chic ones? We're not in case you couldn't tell. Orientation could be extended permanently if you want our opinion. However, first day of class outfits are exciting enough to actually get us out of bed on Wednesday. The look below is pulled together, without looking like you tried too hard. Please avoid the leopard heels in the picture on the right though - flats are always more appropriate for class. Especially if you're a freshman who is going to get lost no fewer than 18 times on your first day.

Eddie Bauer Chambray Shirt

Forever 21 Linen Skirt

Cheap & Chic Tailgate Look

Polka Dot Dress from Macy's, $19.99

Leatherette T-Strap Sandals from Forever 21, $7.50

French Summer Stripes

It's really starting to warm up out there, so we found a cool and casual look for you to rock this summer. We were in the mood for stripes because we'd like to be cooling off in the South of France, but we're sitting in America. Sigh. Anyways, we hope this dress makes your summer day feel cooler. The entire look is just about $50!

French Stripe Tank Dress, $30

Antique Key Necklace, $14

Braided Sandals, $7

Polka Dot Skirt

Pair this black and bronze polka dot skirt from Forever 21 with a plain white tank for a cute springtime look. The skirt is under $20!

Celeb Chic: Snooki Style

The rumors we've all been hearing are true. Snooki is coming to Wake Forest. She'll be in Wait Chapel on January 29th. You can get tickets at the Benson Ticket Office if you want to attend. And if you want to attend Snooki-style, we've got some outfits inspired by her exquisite taste. 

*Please note that tube dresses do not flatter women under 5' tall. 

This leopard sweetheart dress from Forever 21 doesn't even really need a description. It's just so perfectly Snooki. And it's only $23 - the perfect amount to spend if you will only wear this once as a total joke to Snooki's on campus appearance or a Jersey Shore theme party. 

To our dismay, we could not locate gold rhinestone Snooki glasses. This was a serious disappointment for us. But here are some silver ones.

Last but certainly not least, we cannot forget the hair. To really get the full effect, you may need to purchase a Bumpit. Yeah, Chic Deac said it. GO GET A BUMPIT! Size XL if it's offered.

Happy GTLing, chic ones!

Day 3

You're almost there. Hang on! You can do it. Keep your chin up and enjoy these Day 3 looks. This first dress is pricey at just under $400, but it's got some personality and the cut is very nice.

The second look is a beautiful yellow dress from Milly. We think it's great and will surely help you stand out. This shade of yellow works on simply every skin tone, so you're bound to look great. 

Now on to some less expensive, but equally flattering looks ... The beads on this dress give it a unique look, but it's still very stylish. Plus at $36, who can resist??

We love this lace dress - but beware, it will only look good on girls with tan or olive complexions at this time of year. Being one blob of a color is not a good look for anyone. Only $23 at Forever 21. 

Lastly, this chain link dress from Forever 21 is a cute look for Day 3. Plus we love the exposed back zipper!

Cheap Chic Fridays

Cheap Chic is back with this adorable embroidered address from Forever 21. We could easily see this look with a cute pair of cowboy boots. At $22.80, you won't regret this purchase!

Ring in 2011 like a True Chic Deac

New Year's Eve is always a fun opportunity to glam things up. Large amounts of glitter and shorter hemlines can be proudly worn on this day. To simplify your NYE shopping, we found a fun dress in several price ranges. Remember to celebrate to the fullest and be safe! And listen to the Auld Lang Syne version from the Sex and the City soundtrack (the first one, because we obviously all want to pretend the second never happened) for a sentimental moment before 2010 departs.

This nude dress from Forever 21 has the perfect gold shimmer that will draw all eyes towards you on NYE. Play it up with some shimmery accessories. At $20, you won't mind if a fellow party goer spills a little champagne on your dress. 

This Black Truffle dress does tiered fabric the right way. We hate it when tiered fabric adds volume in unwanted places, but this is so perfectly draped that your figure will still look stunning. Gold accessories are a must with this beautiful dress, so check it out at Spotted Moth for only $40.

In case you are in the mood to be the most stunningly fashionable woman in the room on New Year's Eve, you should check out Zara's tulip dress in black. The silhouette is AH-MAZ-ING. At $169, we think this is classic enough that you can defend its cost. 

Happy midnight kissing, chic ones!

Old Gold and Black Swirl Skirt

It's rare that we find something that is actually Old Gold and Black. We find a lot of yellow, a lot of "new" gold (I guess that's what you call it) and a lot of tan. But I feel like we can call the color of this skirt's swirl Old Gold. Try it out with boots and a cute top, because it's under $30 from Forever21.

Check it out, chic ones!