2. Utility Vest: I have mentioned wanting one of these before, but I kept passing because I'm just... cheap. 2 years after military vests are cool, I'm getting one, because I had a gift card. That's how I roll. I'm sure I'll be wearing it way past the time it is acceptable so don't judge. ($27.99 - purchased with a gift card)
3. Simple White Sweater: My sister got me this sweater for Christmas and I have already worn in countless times. It is super soft, not too tight, and the perfect shade of white. I seriously love it! ($22.80)
4. Southwest Cardigan: I used a F21 gift card to buy myself this as well. I've been looking for something drape-y and aztec-y and this fit the bill perfectly! ($27.99)
5. Nine West Nude Heels: This is the only item I bough with my own money in December. I have mentioned before that I only own one pair of heels (in black - seen here and here) and I decided a while ago that nude heels would probably be a good investment. You know, so I never have to buy heels again :) Anyway, I have been looking for a pair meeting my requirements (under $50 and a kitten heel - I'm 5'10") for months. I found this pair at TJ Maxx for $39.99. I figured that these were an acceptable reason to spend money on myself :)
Total: $207.77
Total Cash: $39.99
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Now you can wear your black tights :)
ReplyDeleteHahaha - you are so right :)
DeleteYou got some great and very versatile pieces. I have a pair of nude heels (mine are a little blush/pinkish) with low heels (not kitten) and almond toes. Now I think a kitten pair (more beige than blush) is what I want. AND PROPS TO YOU FOR ONLY NEEDING 2 PAIRS OF PUMPS. I am a shoe-aholic.
ReplyDeleteBy the way I gave you the Liebster Award on my blog. Here it is:
http://elegancepersonification.blogspot.com/2013/01/liebster-award-guest-posting.html
I hope you answer the questions. Would love to know what you think. Also, let me know if you are interested to Guest Post for me, while I take time for birth & baby. I would love to have you in my blog. Include a small introduction of yourself in the post. And when I will run my Guest Post you can let your readers (on your blog) now and link them to my post. It is a good thing I think. =)
Let me know and you are welcome to E-Mail me a post at: ada.furxhi<@>gmail.com.
P.S. I answered about the Gray Hair on your previous post, too. =)
Thanks for nominating me, Ada! I'll email you once I have a chance to figure out if I can guest post or not! The guest posts are a good idea - I'm sure you will be so busy with your sweet baby :)
DeleteLOVE the aztec-y sweater!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kara! I'm pretty sure I would wear it everyday if I could :)
DeleteI love the vest! I've been searching for one for so long (within $$ reason)-- this one is great! It says online that the hood is removable? Is this so? Would you recommend this vest/how much do you love it?!
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Kate @ A Journey in Style
Hi Kate! I was the same way - I really wanted a similar vest but after Old Navy sold out I couldn't find an affordable one anywhere! I really love this vest - and the hood is easily removable. I will say that it is really utilitarian - not dressy at all. I like it that way, but F21 also has another vest (link below) that is basically the same but a little nicer, with pink lining. I tried that one on too and I really liked it!
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lovee the bag!!!
ReplyDeleteGah, me too!
DeleteLOVE all of these items :) Im a new GFC follower!
ReplyDeleteYay! So glad you're here!
DeleteI could really use a simple white sweater just like that one!
ReplyDeletexo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
It's a great sweater - I've worn it way too much already :)
Deleteit's so so hard to be on a spending freeze, but at least you got tided over with these awesome presents :) i LOVE your fossil bag! im more into smaller bags too, and especially ones i can sling across my chest, and it's such a wonderful color. man oh man are you tempting me!
ReplyDeleteGah, the bag is SO great! It's something I feel like I'll have forever. I prefer bags I can wear across my chest too - so much harder to lose them that way :)
DeleteGirl you got so many great things this month! That bag is like #1 though and I completely agree, you'll use it for ever. A good leather crossbody is something that's on my "eventual" list as well so I'll have to keep Fossil in mind!
ReplyDeleteFossil has the most classic looking bags - I'm obsessed with all of them!
DeleteI love seeing other people's budget posts (I am over here from Franish!), and think that the bag you got is so stunning, what a classic!
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Here&Now
So glad you stopped by, Jessica! I'm hoping the bag lasts forever!
DeleteI love every single piece in this post. :) I completely support you buying those heels for yourself too - I think nude heels are so versatile!
ReplyDeleteJess - J's Style
fancypants514.blogspot.com
Thanks Jess! I can already imagine a lot of ways to wear the heels!
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