Be Hip for $50 Bucks or Less

Since the American public is receiving mixed messages about the recession, no one really knows if it’s over, getting better or getting worse. Considering most people are still pinching pennies and watching their money disappear quicker from their moderate spending, we decided to help you fashionably by scouting hot and frugal finds for $50 bucks or less. Two Greenpoint Gazette thumbs up to the designers below who fit into our $50.00 experiment.

Fancy Sexy Me: www.fancysexyme.com
This cutting edge jewelry designer duo Ronen and Cynthia create trendy and affordable body jewelry for the woman (or man) who’s not afraid to stand out in a crowd. Necklaces are mixed with multiple metal chains and link designs. Their signature statement necklaces transition well from day to night. Prices start at $40 for knuckle duster rings, $50 for necklaces.

Helveta Vyotlag: www.helvetavyotlag.etsy.com
Jocelyn gets her inspiration for her edgy jewelry line from modern art, crystal formations and pop culture. This combination transpired into the Helveta Vyotlag jewelry collection. She specializes in wood and silver materials that bring her accessory line to life. The wooden pieces come from a variety of recycled wood scraps including poplar, maple, and walnut. All metal work pieces are sterling silver one-of-a-kind keepsakes. The oversized rings and bracelets create the “true definition of wearable art.” You can count on Helveta to showcase pieces for $50 or below, as well as select sale pieces.

Graham Withers: www.grahamwithersclothing.com
Paul and Dave have entered the world or manhood by graduating their wardrobes from silk screened tees and board shorts to seersucker ties and pocket squares. Everything is made locally in NYC and NOTHING they sell is over $50 bucks. Neck ties: $40, Bow ties: $30 (NO clip ons! They tie their own bow ties…) and pocket squares are $15. Their collection will keep you casual and fashion forward, elegant yet hipster approved.

Extinct Optics: www.extinctoptics.com
Remember the glasses your Grandpa wore back in the 70’s? You can capture that retro look with Maxwell’s ever growing collection of men’s and women’s vintage eyeglass frames. Count on Extinct Optics for 100’s of new selections of dead stock frames that are constantly rotating back in style. Frames are NEVER priced over $50.00. A true bargain and frugal fashion find!

Amplified Arts: www.ampandolph.etsy.com
Don’t throw those bottle caps away! Donate them to Angela, the creator of Amplified Arts who turns them into photo charms for necklaces and bracelets. She’ll take your photo, shrink and glaze it into a bottle cap for a funky, original keepsake that makes an original statement. She ONLY uses recycled materials and always keeps her prices at $50.00 or less. What a great gift!

Grayson Riley: 917.912.4840
The lovely Ms. Riley creates 1920’s inspired hair pieces and jewelry that are priced in our favorite range; $20-$25.00. Stand out in the crowd by wearing one of her feather adornments for any day or evening function. Her jewelry is only modeled after vintage inspirational pieces from the early flapper era. Contact her for custom and bridal orders. So fabulous!
All of the above designers are showcased at Artists and Fleas, N. 6th Street between Bedford and Berry. For more frugal finds under $50 bucks, fashion education and bargain inspiration, go to www.thedressrecycler.com. “Your bargain fashion superhero!”

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