Friends of wine

I abhor the term “recessionista.” I do not know who coined it, but the insensitive term used in magazines is not a marketing technique I will ever fall for. Magazine editors only use it because it appeals to the guilty consciences of the top one percent.

But the truth is make up is not my best friend. Actually, I may be allergic to the stuff. Maybe it is because my mother never taught me anything about applying it while I was growing up, but that has not stopped my sister from dropping major bucks on products.

Remember when I said to cut down on fashion blogs to avoid fruitless spending? I couldn’t do it. In order to survive without hitting the stores, I have needed some outfit inspiration. The best way to do this is by observing bloggers’ style. I look at many blogs daily, ranging from fashion photography to beauty. It seems like there are millions of them out there, some better than others. Here are some of my “real girl” favorites.