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My name is Alison and I am NYC Recessionista. I've got an insatiable appetite for bargain shopping, mixing bargain basement & designer fashion in the same outfit, and getting more than one season's use out of my favorite pieces through the magic of mixing & matching. I also have a husband who would prefer it if I saved more than I shopped. I'll share my secrets here.
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