Six

Today Chic on the Cheap turns six!

Every year that passes, I am so grateful that I get to sit here and reflect upon all the wonderful things this blog has brought into my life. The people who I have met, both in real life, and those only through their blogs who I feel like I know just as well, and the endless amount of encouragement and inspiration they have given me.

In some ways running this blog feels like a job; I post five days a week, often on holidays, and I haven't taken a 'vacation' in four years. But it's a commitment I love, and that is why even when it's 20° and snowing, I'm outside taking outfit photos. The blog is always on my mind; from wanting more interesting locations for outfit photos, to trying to arrange blogger meet-ups, as well as hosting more giveaways, and shopping of course. I am always thinking about shopping.

Getting to share my love of fashion, and bargains, and thrifting, and putting myself out there in a bold way this shy girl never imagined she could has been amazing. Thank you all so much for being here and making it possible.

And speaking of giveaways, I have a few lined up for you in the coming weeks, but right now you can enter for the chance to win a limited edition “Lockland” handbag by Hammitt, courtesy of Stearns & Foster. They are giving away 20 of these bags valued at approximately $760, now through December 15th. One lucky winner will receive their very own hand-stitched Stearns & Foster Lux Estate mattress.

Both Stearns & Foster and Hammitt are American made luxury brands with superior craftsmanship and timeless design. The giveaway is being hosted by Stearns & Foster through their Facebook page. I am only promoting the giveway. Clicking on my link in this post, or on the banner at the top of my blog may result in a small commission for me. 

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The Rundown
Tropical Print Dress Matty M c/o thredUP similar
White Sandals Ferragamo via Coco's
Straw Clutch Rodo Italy via Goodwill similar
Panama Hat Gap similar
Bling Earrings JoJo Loves You
Gold Statement Necklace c/o LydellNYC
Cuff Bracelet c/o Belcho
Chevron Ring Etsy via Silver Canyon Jewelry
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
Sunglasses "Eco" c/o Polette
Nail Color "Haute as Hello" Essie




Contest Rules:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited by law. Open to legal US residents (incl. DC), 18 years or older (19 years old in AL and NE, 21 in MS) at start of Sweepstakes. Promotion consists of 4 separate Sweepstakes the first of which begins at 12:00 a.m. ET on 8/13/14, and the last of which ends on 12/14/14, at 11:59 p.m. ET. To enter, go to https://www.facebook.com/stearnsandfoster, “like” the page, and complete and submit the registration form. 20 prize winners will receive a limited edition Hammitt® Handbag. Approximate Retail Value (ARV) of each: $760. One winner will receive a Stearns & Foster® mattress set (ARV: $1499). Limit one (1) prize per person/per household. Odds of winning are based on the number of eligible entries received per sweepstakes. For complete rules and eligibility requirements, visit www.stearnsandfoster.com Sponsor: Tempur Sealy International, Inc. Compensation for sweepstakes is provided by Temper Sealy.

40 comments

  1. Such a pretty dress! :D
    Happy Blogiversary!!! Six years, wowza!!!
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  2. Happy blog birthday, lovely and that dress looks amazing on you:) xoxo

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  3. Wow, 6 years! Congratulations on the blog anniversary! As always, you look lovely. That's a great dress.

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  4. Happy Blog Birthday - you're one of the hardest working and most stylish bloggers I can think of!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  5. Congrats Lydia! What an accomplishment. Your blog was one of the first I started reading when I started blogging three years ago. I love your thriftiness, style and, of course, gorgeous photographs. You are still one of my favorite blogs and I hope you keep going for many years to come!

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  6. Wow, 6 years! Happy anniversary! I don't remember when I started following along, but it's been a few years now. I'm constantly inspired by your creative outfits and beautiful photography. Here's to many more!!

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  7. Aww congrats!! That is such a huge accomplishment and really an inspiration for me to strive for :) I have loved following your blog--cheers to many more years!

    Tori
    FashionBlingGirlyThings

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  8. happy happy 6 years! that is an amazing accomplishment!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  9. Happy Blogiversary! Here's to many more years of blogging!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  10. Congrats on 6 great years !
    OMG ! has it been that long ?!?

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  11. Happy Blogversary! I am glad I follow your blog and look forward to more. .

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  12. Congrats on 6 years! You're an inspiration. I hope I can get to 6 years. I'm just working up to 1.

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  13. Happy happy blogiversary! You are such an inspiration for me. I love your style and I love that you never take a break, especially seeing as how I break all the time. You have amazing style. Thanks for sharing and letting us peek into your closet. I always love reading your blog!

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  14. Happy Blogiversary!! That is so exciting! You blog and style are amazing and I so happy I found your blog (even though I can't remember how I did, lol!).

    Nicole
    Nicole to the Nines

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  15. Happy blogiversary! Congrats!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  16. Congrats on 6 years Lydia! Keep those posts coming. :)

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  17. Wow, 6 years! What an accomplishment! Way to go!

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  18. Wow! 6 years is almost unheard of in blogging! Kind of like till death do us part in Hollywood. ;) Well done!

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  19. Wishing you the very happiest of blog birthdays! Six years is an amazing milestone and you've grown your blog into a truly amazing space in that time - you have so much to be proud of. I've been around for... gosh, I think it's four years now already... and I can't wait to read for another four. And another six more after that :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  20. Holy cow!!! Happy 6th Blogiversary!

    What an amazing birthday to celebrate, so inspirational!

    Eleventh & Sixteenth

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  21. Happy blogiversary! It was so good seeing you, hope you visit again soon!

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  22. Six years is such a milestone! Congrats!

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  23. Wow, I don't think I've followed any bloggers that have blogged for 6 years! I am glad that I've found you this past year and enjoy your style. Looking forward to more stylish posts for you!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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  24. Beautiful outfit, and congrats on the blog birthday!!!!

    www.plogstyle.com

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  25. Congrats!! Love your nailpolish color by the way :)
    Check out my blog and maybe we can follow each other? Hope to hear from you!
    Natalie

    www.maralmuse.com

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  26. Wow 6 years is amazing!! Congrats :) And I love this colorful dress!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  27. Happy 6th, doll! That's incredible! :) Here's to 6+ more!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  28. Oh my gosh, that's so amazing! Congrats! What dedication you have, I know what you mean, I do feel like it's always a second job, but I love all the relationships blogging has allowed me to make with others! Congrats again!

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  29. Oh my gosh, that's so amazing! Congrats! What dedication you have, I know what you mean, I do feel like it's always a second job, but I love all the relationships blogging has allowed me to make with others! Congrats again!

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  30. Happy blogiversary!! Wow 6 years! You go girl! Looking amazing as always! Love that dress on you!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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  31. WOW! Happy 6 years! I just started my blog and 6 years seems almost unfathomable! Congrats to you! Love the dress too :)

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  32. Congrats lovely! No many people can attest to that!
    -Chelsey
    -http://chelseypatti.blogspot.com

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  33. Congrats lovely! No many people can attest to that!
    -Chelsey
    -http://chelseypatti.blogspot.com

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  34. Congratulations on 6 years Lydia! You always do a great job. It reflects in every picture. Love your dress! So beautiful!

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  35. Oh my goodness. Has it really been six years? I think I've been reading along most of that time too! Congratulations! xoxo

    http://bedknobsandbaubles.com/

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  36. Happy blogerversary!! Love reading your blog!

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  37. Visiting via a shout out on Natasha Samuel's blog. Congrats on your anniversary! I love that dress and your sandals! Heading over to enter that very cool giveaway right now!

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