I picked up these super fun gold flecked linen shorts before my Banana Republic Factory styling event for a whopping $8! The first thing I thought to wear them with was this feline print Equipment top. Forgive the wrinkles, I only sat in them for a little bit and they wrinkled right up.
When I got to my parents both of my brothers had interesting thoughts on my look. The youngest said I looked like Ace Ventura. The other told me I looked like an 60 year old woman. That was probably brought on by a combo of the shape of the shorts and the eyeglasses chain. But whatever, I dig it! Personally I'm reminding myself of Ellie from Jurassic Park or someone about to go on a safari.
Cat Print Blouse: Equipment (eBay), Shorts c/o Banana Republic Factory at Clinton Crossing, Slides: J.Crew Factory (Clinton Crossing), Sunglasses: Chanel, Glasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Orox Leather Company 'Merces' (c/o)
When I got to my parents both of my brothers had interesting thoughts on my look. The youngest said I looked like Ace Ventura. The other told me I looked like an 60 year old woman. That was probably brought on by a combo of the shape of the shorts and the eyeglasses chain. But whatever, I dig it! Personally I'm reminding myself of Ellie from Jurassic Park or someone about to go on a safari.
Cat Print Blouse: Equipment (eBay), Shorts c/o Banana Republic Factory at Clinton Crossing, Slides: J.Crew Factory (Clinton Crossing), Sunglasses: Chanel, Glasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Orox Leather Company 'Merces' (c/o)
Here's a full redo of an outfit from 2010. I was almost going to wear different shoes but decided to just go for the original and add in some new accessories. This dress actually should have left my closet years ago since I never wear it. I hate the fabric it's made out of. BUT...I keep it around for my Willy Wonka Halloween costume in case I ever need to wear it again.
Dress: ASOS, Jacket: Mudd (Kohl's), Shoes: Simply Vera Wang (Kohl's), Necklace: BubuRuby (etsy), Opal Ring & Earrings: Grandma;s
The Original:
Dress: ASOS, Jacket: Mudd (Kohl's), Shoes: Simply Vera Wang (Kohl's), Necklace: BubuRuby (etsy), Opal Ring & Earrings: Grandma;s
The Original:
I tried to behave a little more this month since I spent quite a bit in July. Buuuut that all went to heck when I decided to bite the bullet on a purchase I've been wanting to make since last year: a Chloé Faye bag. Technically I've wanted it since Summer 2015 but last Fall they came out with MY COLOR and that sealed my fate! I've slowly been saving up to buy one but it was slow going for a while and it's almost impossible to find a brand new dark purple bag. This is the biggest clothing purchase I've made, apart from my Chanel 2.55 purse back in 2012.
I've been scouring eBay, The Real Real, Luxury Garage Sale, and Vestiaire Collective for at least 8 months. During that time I came across maybe 1 or 2 bags in passable condition. That's why it was a little easier for me to justify buying it before I had fully saved up. I took the remainder of the money I needed out of my Australia vacation savings account and now I'll just build that back up to where it needs to be over the next 6 months. So while I was bad, it's not a huge deal since I basically robbed a vacation that won't be happening for at least a year to pay for a bag. Don't you all love reading about how I justify my huge purchases?
Other than that, I did add a few other pieces to my closet, but all were gifted by brands, so no issues there! Let's see how I behave next month.
THE (modified) RULES
Clothes:
Gifted from Brands:
Total spent in August: $1500
Total spent in 2017: $1167 - $867 not counting the sunglasses
Total spent including Chloe Faye: $2,667 - $2,367 not counting sunglasses
Total spent with Christmas/advertising money included: $1550 - $1250 not counting sunglasses
*the money for the sunglasses came out of my vacations savings account rather than "regular" money
I've been scouring eBay, The Real Real, Luxury Garage Sale, and Vestiaire Collective for at least 8 months. During that time I came across maybe 1 or 2 bags in passable condition. That's why it was a little easier for me to justify buying it before I had fully saved up. I took the remainder of the money I needed out of my Australia vacation savings account and now I'll just build that back up to where it needs to be over the next 6 months. So while I was bad, it's not a huge deal since I basically robbed a vacation that won't be happening for at least a year to pay for a bag. Don't you all love reading about how I justify my huge purchases?
Other than that, I did add a few other pieces to my closet, but all were gifted by brands, so no issues there! Let's see how I behave next month.
THE (modified) RULES
- Be mindful of purchases
- Quality over quantity
- Basics are best
Clothes:
- She Made Me Essential crocheted swimsuit via Net-a-Porter ($45, $150 retail, Xmas $$)
- G.H. Bass burgundy cardigan at Clinton Crossing ($0, $7.5 w/coupon, $99 retail)
- G.H. Bass cargo pants at Clinton Crossing ($0, $21 w/coupon, $69 retail)
- Disney Mickey tee ($10 at Target)
- Who What Wear x Target Sleeveless Floral Dress ($30)
- Uniqlo Mickey Mouse sweatshirt ($30)
- Proenza Schouler tweed colorblock shorts via Roundabout ($57, $1680 retail)
- Calypso St. Barth Gylden Cashmere Sweater via Gilt ($71, $295 retail, Christmas $$)
- M.i.h Jeans Tomboy cropped jeans via Net-a-Porter ($98, $245 retail, Christmas $$)
- Who What Wear x Target bodysuit ($14, $20 retail)
- FRAME Ribbed wool & cashmere-blend sweater via Net-a-Porter ($104, $325 retail, used advertising money)
- Alice + Olivia blue striped cashmere sweater via Roundabout ($25, $368? retail)
- *NEW!* Chloe 'Faye' in Dark Purple via eBay ($1500, $1950 retail)
- Miu Miu ankle boots via Roundabout Resale - also here and here ($146, $850 retail)
- New Look Metallic Block Heel sandal via ASOS ($35, advertising $$)
- BCBGeneration 'Beverly' mule via Saks Off 5th at Clinton Crossing ($0, $110 retail)
- Impo 'Omega' boot (or Onnie, can't tell) via DSW ($12, $112 retail - in black)
- Vince 'Mason' in pony fig via DSW ($23, $275+ retail)
- Nicholas Kirkwood suede prism pumps via Net-a-Porter sale ($250, $625 retail)
- Sam Edelman Lars slub satin espadrille slide via Net-a-Porter sale ($36, $90 retail)
- Tommy Hilfiger (similar) via Clinton Crossing ($0, retail $?)
- Mejuri Loop Earrings by Jamie! ($55)
- Gucci aviator sunglasses ($300, bought in Rome)
- Disney x Coach 'Patricia' with Mickey ears ($179 at Coach Outlet, $395 retail)
- Birthstone Star and Mickey Mouse ring ($15 with friend's discount, used advertising money)
- Birthstone Mickey Mouse earrings ($15 with friend's discount, used advertising money)
Gifted from Brands:
- *NEW!* IRO Faxy Cropped Jean via Gilt c/o Wikibuy (retail $285)
- *NEW!* Banana Republic Peplum Sweater c/o Banana Republic Factory at Clinton Crossing
- *NEW!* Banana Republic Cherry Blossom 'Ryan' Pant c/o Banana Republic Factory
- *NEW!* Banana Republic 'Sloan' in purple c/o Banana Republic Factory
- *NEW!* Banana Republic ruffle sleeve top in teal c/o Banana Republic Factory
- *NEW!* Banana Republic linen shorts c/o Banana Republic Factory
Total spent in August: $1500
Total spent in 2017: $1167 - $867 not counting the sunglasses
Total spent including Chloe Faye: $2,667 - $2,367 not counting sunglasses
Total spent with Christmas/advertising money included: $1550 - $1250 not counting sunglasses
*the money for the sunglasses came out of my vacations savings account rather than "regular" money
Well, I finally did it. I bought a Chloé Faye bag! Apart from my Chanel 2.55 purse back in 2012 it is the biggest clothing purchase I've made. This is a text heavy post so, if you don't want to hear me ramble on, you can just skip to the outfit.
Chloé debuted their Faye bag in September 2014 at the Spring/Summer 2015 show. It was tapped to be an it bag for Spring. Admittedly, I forgot about it until I saw it pop up in my thrice weekly "New In" email from Net-a-Porter in Spring. Once I saw it again my shoulder was itching to carry the 70s inspired bag.
The Chloé Faye comes in multiple sizes and in smooth calfskin, smooth & suede calfskin, and embellished versions. The sturdiness and accordion style is also what drew me in. You can carry it long or short shoulder and cross-body. The ring loop with hook and chain hardware is also a really fun added touch! Another awesome detail is that the hardware is gold AND silver, perfect for my metal mixing ways. It's classic with a twist, just my style!
The Faye was made in some beautiful colors but I couldn't justify spending $2000 on a bag color I already owned or was just "basic." There was a gorgeous burgundy but I already had that same color in a smaller bag so I resisted.
It wasn't until Fall of 2016 that I absolutely HAD to have the bag. They released a dark purple which, as many of you know, is my favorite color. The day I saw it I decided to start saving up so I could eventually buy it. Unfortunately they didn't make dark purple for very long and after only a few months I couldn't find it anywhere. I knew I would have to resort to eBay and consignment shops when I finally had enough saved up.
I've scoured eBay, The Real Real, Luxury Garage Sale, and Vestiaire Collective for at least 8 months. During that time I came across maybe 1 or 2 bags in passable condition. A couple weeks ago I found this one NWT on eBay and decided it was now or never even though I didn't have enough saved. So, after a week of debating with myself, I robbed my (still unplanned) Australia vacation savings account [read about how I handle personal finance] to pay for the rest and will build that account back up to where it should be. So while I splurged it's not a huge deal since I borrowed from a vacation that won't happen for at least a year.
And one more interesting fact: my middle name is Faye after one of my grandmothers who unfortunately passed away when I was 13. So this bag has added meaning because it is part of my name and will always remind me of my grandmother.
Tee: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Flats: Vince 'Mason' (DSW), Sunglasses: Chanel, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Chloé Faye (eBay)
Chloé debuted their Faye bag in September 2014 at the Spring/Summer 2015 show. It was tapped to be an it bag for Spring. Admittedly, I forgot about it until I saw it pop up in my thrice weekly "New In" email from Net-a-Porter in Spring. Once I saw it again my shoulder was itching to carry the 70s inspired bag.
The Chloé Faye comes in multiple sizes and in smooth calfskin, smooth & suede calfskin, and embellished versions. The sturdiness and accordion style is also what drew me in. You can carry it long or short shoulder and cross-body. The ring loop with hook and chain hardware is also a really fun added touch! Another awesome detail is that the hardware is gold AND silver, perfect for my metal mixing ways. It's classic with a twist, just my style!
The Faye was made in some beautiful colors but I couldn't justify spending $2000 on a bag color I already owned or was just "basic." There was a gorgeous burgundy but I already had that same color in a smaller bag so I resisted.
It wasn't until Fall of 2016 that I absolutely HAD to have the bag. They released a dark purple which, as many of you know, is my favorite color. The day I saw it I decided to start saving up so I could eventually buy it. Unfortunately they didn't make dark purple for very long and after only a few months I couldn't find it anywhere. I knew I would have to resort to eBay and consignment shops when I finally had enough saved up.
I've scoured eBay, The Real Real, Luxury Garage Sale, and Vestiaire Collective for at least 8 months. During that time I came across maybe 1 or 2 bags in passable condition. A couple weeks ago I found this one NWT on eBay and decided it was now or never even though I didn't have enough saved. So, after a week of debating with myself, I robbed my (still unplanned) Australia vacation savings account [read about how I handle personal finance] to pay for the rest and will build that account back up to where it should be. So while I splurged it's not a huge deal since I borrowed from a vacation that won't happen for at least a year.
And one more interesting fact: my middle name is Faye after one of my grandmothers who unfortunately passed away when I was 13. So this bag has added meaning because it is part of my name and will always remind me of my grandmother.
Tee: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Flats: Vince 'Mason' (DSW), Sunglasses: Chanel, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Chloé Faye (eBay)
I wore this a couple weekends ago to see John Mayer in concert during his The Search for Everything tour! I rarely go to concerts but this was the second time I've seen John. The last time was 9 years ago, on August 24th actually. So it was almost exactly 9 years apart. I'm not really one for new music so John is one of the "newer" people I actually love, but even he is old school. The only other concerts I've been to have been the following: The Eagles, Billy Joel, Steely Dan, The Beach Boys and Huey Lewis and the News. Yes, I'm an old person. Here's a quick peek at the concert via my Instagram.
I'm off to Florida on Wednesday so I'm going to take a week off the blog, except for my monthly wardrobe update on Friday and a special "new in" post tomorrow! I'm attending, and working at, Mugglenet's Nineteen Years Later event to commemorate the actual day featured in the epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows which takes place on September 1, 2017. They're holding an event with some Potter cast members at Universal Orlando's Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida!
Floral Camisole: eight sixty, Jeans: Mother Demin c/o Marshalls, Espadrille Slides: Sam Edelman 'Lars' (net-a-porter), Sunglasses: Gucci, Earrings: Mejuri
I'm off to Florida on Wednesday so I'm going to take a week off the blog, except for my monthly wardrobe update on Friday and a special "new in" post tomorrow! I'm attending, and working at, Mugglenet's Nineteen Years Later event to commemorate the actual day featured in the epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows which takes place on September 1, 2017. They're holding an event with some Potter cast members at Universal Orlando's Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida!
Floral Camisole: eight sixty, Jeans: Mother Demin c/o Marshalls, Espadrille Slides: Sam Edelman 'Lars' (net-a-porter), Sunglasses: Gucci, Earrings: Mejuri
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| Photo by Jessica Meade |
We left the event with goodie bags containing fun little bits and bobs like chapstick, lip gloss and an adorable burned wood spoon. I also won a $75 gift card to Pearls and Plaid in Old Saybrook. Looks like I'll be planning a weekend visit!
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| The beautiful location of our brunch |
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| Table setting! Love how I had a postcard of London at my place, perfect for me. |
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| The gorgeous table flanked by rows of seeds for sale |
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| Everyone getting settled in |
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| Lydia checking out the food |
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| Food spread! |
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| Mini BLTs with uncured Vermont bacon, local greens, tomato, avocado and focaccia |
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| Avocado toast with farm to hearth bread, local eggs, cucumber, radish, picked onion |
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| Mini BLT, Avocado Toast and Fritata |
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| Blueberry tarts |
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| Blueberry tart and my pile of business cards! |
Dress: Carven Paris Map Print (Yoox | Blazer version), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Natural Selection Mini Messenger Bag' (Saks Fifth Avenue), Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Sunglasses: Gucci, Earrings: Mejuri, Watch c/o Movado
Finally, here are some official event photos by the lovely Jessica Meade!
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| Just look at that setup! |
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| Beautiful table |
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| Our location |
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| Nonee welcoming everyone |
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| Setting out the food! |
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| Avocado Toast |
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| Chatting |
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| Nonee taking photos |
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| Cheers! |
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| Looking over each other's Instagram feeds to give tips! |
