Charmed Links ~ 5/20/11

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Here are some of my favorite reads from this week, I normally just tweet links and post them to facebook but I’ve decided to start posting them on the blog so that they are always here and can serve as a resource to you all as well.  Enjoy!

My absolute favorite read was How to Shop at Discount Stores Without Looking Cheap.  It is no secret that I LOVE shopping at bargain stores and even though I feel like a pro at it, I learned very useful information reading this post and I know you will too.  It’s definitely worth printing out as well.

Learn How To Tie Your Summer Scarves via Refinery29.

10 Tips to Keep Make-up Fresh During the Summer in Hot & Humid Weather covers pretty much everything you need to know about getting the most out of your beautifully made up face in the heat.

If you are working on getting your backyard ready for summer on a budget, check out these outdoor living articles on Skimbaco Home.  They are very affordable and uber-stylish.

Here’s a great fashion tip to try this summer, Lindsay Ferrier gives you the low-down on why swimsuit cover-ups are totally acceptable and stylish to wear away from the pool in  The Cover Up: A Cheaper, Lighter Alternative to the Tunic.

If you are pregnant, definitely check out Amy Tara Koch’s Maternity Style Tips.

I also joined Pinterest this week and have racked up quite a few tasty summer recipes (I made the roasted cauliflower and tofu this week–YUM! I plan to try the frozen strawberry lemonade asap).

What have you been reading this week?