Savage Style

Every fashion blogger's site gives said blogger the outlet to personify and project their personality in a way that they couldn't in reality. Then there are those fashion blogger's who's personalities couldn't be hidden behind a website even if they tried. Which brings us to this week's savage styler, Eszter F., creator of Stylorectic (under medical treatment) which draws quite the fashionable crowd and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to see why...

Jacket - eBay, Shirt - H&M, Skirt - Babooshka Boutique, Shoes - Colin Stuart, Rings - eBay

Shirt - Babooshka Boutique, Dress - American Apparel, Tights - ASOS, Boots - Top Shop

Cape + Leather Pants - Zara, Sheer Shirt - American Apparel, Belt + Tights - H&M, Shoesies - Top Shop, Bag - ASOS

Cape - H&M, Shorts - American Apparel, Tights - H&M, Shoes - Go Jane, Accessories - eBay, Glasses - H&M

Cape - ASOS, Shirt - H&M, Gloves+Jewelry - eBay, Leggings - ASOS, Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell

Dress - Top Shop, Skirt - American Apparel, Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell

Dress - Vintage + DIY, Belt - some knotted material, Cycle Shorts - eBay, Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell

Jacket + Shirt + Overknees - H&M, Shirt - Zara, Shorts - American Apparel, Boots + Boot Straps - eBay

Dress + Jacket + Shoes - Top Shop, White Petticoat (underneath) + Belt - American Apparel, Socks - Leg Avenue (eBay), Sunnies - Lanvin for H&M

According to her site, the Vienna, Austria native got into blogging as a hobby, and yet, has garnered a serious following. Her style can best be described as a mix of "grunge" and "lipstick-tomboy", relying heavily on sites like eBay, Etsy and ASOS with sprinkles of H&M, American Apparel and Zara to fill in the trendy gaps.

Shirt - Queens Wardrobe, Hat - American Apparel, Shorts - Top Shop, Overknees - American Apparel, Necklaces - presents, Etsy

Jacket - eBay, Dress - Vintage (eBay), Belt - H&M, Shoes - no name, Shoe straps - eBay, Hat - H&M

Dress - eBay with DIY added shoulder pads, Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell, Rings - eBay, Forever 21, no name, Glasses - no name

Dress - Vintage (Etsy), Cycle Shorts - American Apparel, Socks - Leg Avenue (eBay), Shoesies - noname (eBay)

Shirt - ASOS, Shorts - Top Shop, Shoes - Frye Billy Shootie via Amazon, Sunnies - Nastygal, Belt - American Apparel

"Cape Thingy" + Fringe Romper - Top Shop, Hat + Belt - Vintage (Etsy), Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell via Solestruck

Glasses - no name, Trench - Zara, Body - H&M, Jeans - Levis cropped, Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell

Cropped Biker Jacket - eBay + DIY, Dress - All Saints, Biker Boots - eBay + H&M chains, Rings - eBay, Cross Earring - DIY

Last year this time Eszter's post revealed her newest accessory - a baby boy. Several posts prior to her giving birth displayed a burgeoning belly that only played up her take on "maternity wear". Now seeming to be back to her blogging (and body!) on a regular schedule, you can look forward to getting your fashion fix from probably one of the hottest moms to ever blog. Now that's a M.I.L.F. - Mom in Love with Fashion.

Leo Cardi- Vintage (eBay), Shirt - H&M + DIY painted, Shorts - Vintage Levis, Belt - H&M, Tights - ASOS, Rings - eBay, + brook&lyn

Think you've got enough style to be considered a shopping savage? E-mail your photos to dwaun@shoppingsavage.com with a breakdown of your outfit and your photo may be our feature of the week!

Savage Style

This week's savage styler was found like most of them - by word of blog. Angie "I shoulda been born in the 60's" Rox is the creator of the fashion blog The Lint as well as the "BFF" and photographer for last week's savage styler and vice verse. Like her bestie, she too is into vintage clothing and thrift store finds, seeming to draw her inspiration from her favorite era sprinkled with a little grunge and a dash of rock-n-roll.

Vintage top, vest & purse

Gifted necklace from a fan

Forever 21 rings & shoes

Thrifted headband

Entire outfit vintage

Vintage purse and jeans

Forever 21 necklaces & large ring

Thrifted shoes

In addition to the blog, Angie also runs The Lint Shop, an online vintage store with her sister (another fashion blogging gem worth checking out). Her love for fashion only seems to demure in the face of her love for music, using lyrics, song names or one-liners as the name for her posts. In fact, to better understand Rox, you should listen to her favorite podcast touted as the #1 Strokes Podcast. Cool podcast for a cool 'poser'.

Vintage Coca Cola athletics tee & pants

Vintage sunglasses & jewelry

Gold pumps by Colin Stuart

Vintage purse by Carlo Fiori

Sequin pants by Caché

Vintage top, vest and clutch

Forever 21 boots

Vintage jumpsuit

Vintage belt worn as necklace

Ann Taylor belt

Vintage shoes

Bloggers like Angie, whose ambitions reach beyond their site and verge on the entrepreneurial, is not only interested in making a name for themselves in the world of fashion but also in the business world of fashion. Its only a matter of time before her style and drive are recognized on a larger scale. Until then, lets continue to sing her individually styled praise as she courteously tips her hat as a 'thank you' to all the soon-to-be fans.

Vintage top & belt

Forever 21 bag, chains, boots & hat

Think you've got enough style to be considered a shopping savage? E-mail your photos to dwaun@shoppingsavage.com with a breakdown of your outfit and your photo may be our feature of the week!

Savage Style

During a lean economy there are certain concessions made that in the long run may do you good. If you've never gone thrift store shopping, for example, then let this current economy be the financial adjustment needed to get you shopping second hand. You may have to sift through a lot to find the diamonds in the rough that still need a little polishing, but considering a new-to-you wardrobe could cost less than a tank of gas seems like a win-win.

Neophyte's to vintage shopping need only follow fashion blogs like Champagne and Marshmallows for inspiration and serious savage style. The site's creator Lauren Schoonover has a youthful look that's quite deceptive. Even though she's legal on all accounts, her pictures are like a look book for a fashion forward Lolita. And you know whatever Lolita wants, Lolita gets. And she usually gets it vintage.

Vintage sweater, belt, and shoes; Shorts by Banana Republic

Jacket by Forever 21; White tank top by Abercrombie and Fitch; Vintage jumpsuit, shoes, and jewelry

Suede fringe vest, necklaces, and bracelets by Forever 21; Shorts by Hollister; Shoes by Fahrenheit; DIY purse; Vintage belts

In her words:

"I have wanted to model since I was twelve years old, and I've always loved art and fashion. Blogging is a way for me to model and to share my style with the world. I want to inspire people and give them new ideas and new ways to wear their clothes.

"What I wear depends on the way I'm feeling that day. Anything from girly to rocker to hippie to classic. I love mixing different styles and I try to be creative with my outfits, but still follow the latest trends.

"I'm a fan of contradictions. I love being the artistic Math major, and the girly girl who loves to listen to hard rock music. It's all a part of my mysterious ways..."

Sequin skirt by BCBG; Tights by Forever 21; Vintage t-shirt, heels and jewelry

Vintage sequin top; Plaid pants by DKNY; Fringe boots by Forever 21; Purse by Style & Co.

Vintage t-shirt; Corset by Lady Marlene; Vintage tutus; Studded belts by Hot Topic; Leg warmers (worn on arms) by Claire's; Bracelets by Forever 21 and vintage; Shoes by Miss Bison

Ironically, Schoonover's first blog post was posted not too many years ago almost to today's date. Here's what she had to say:

"So this is my very first blog post, and what a wonderful time to start! Summer has always been my absolute favorite season. The sun, the beach, the super warm weather... Yeah, it's just the greatest!"

Jumpuit and belt by Forever 21; Gladiator sandals by Wet Seal;

Vintage jewelry and sunglasses

"Looking at these pictures, I'm noticing just how long my hair really is. I knew it was long, but MAN I need a haircut! I'm also seeing how much I need a tan. Somebody pass the baby oil!"

Welcome to the "midsummer dream"

Vintage top; Jeans by True Religion

Think you've got enough style to be considered a shopping savage? E-mail your photos to dwaun@shoppingsavage.com with a breakdown of your outfit and your photo may be our feature of the week!