I started off this month with two big purchases during Roundabout Resale's Summer sale.  I picked up two dresses that couldn't be more different. I wanted to get just one but couldn't decide.  I've worn one already and hope to wear the second soon!

At the end of the month I bought two pairs of brown heels from The Real Real (been searching for months.) Funnily enough, both pairs were never worn, even though they were consigned! How lucky did I get?! Thankfully the cheaper pair, by Prada, fit perfectly so it was a no brainer to keep those. The Chloe heels were a teeny bit too big, but that made it easier to return them. Keep an eye out as they'll probably be back in stock on the site soon!

Next month we start with a clean slate as we're entering Fall buying!



THE RULES

1. Be mindful of purchases
2. Quality over quantity
3. Basics are best

MY PROGRESS

Clothes:

1. Blank Vegan 5 Pocket Olive Jeans ($23 via South Moon Under, retail $98)
2. Sea printed silk tapered pants ($56 via The Outnet Clearance Sale, used advertising money) 
3. ForeverYoung printed crop top ($65 in Santorini) 
4. DKNY batik print romper ($47, Clinton Crossing) 
5. Tory Burch Issy Bikini ($94 via Net-a-Porter Sale, used advertising money)
6. Splendid Zebra print dress ($120 via Net-a-Porter Sale, used advertising money)
7. French Connection Fast Sparkle Leopard Tee ($18) 
8. *NEW!* Carolina Herrera dress ($94, Roundabout Resale)

Basics:

1. FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' ($40 after gift card, Shopbop)
2. Club Monaco 'Ryan' cashmere sweater ($20, Clinton Crossing)
3. Madewell Singlet Side-Slit Tank in Black ($22.75, used advertising money)
4. Madewell Rivet &Thread Silk Noil Tee in Navy ($27.99, used advertising money)
5. Madewell denim boyshorts ($41, used advertising money) 
6. *NEW!* Jason Wu dress ($87, Roundabout Resale) 
7. *NEW!* Prada heels ($140, The Real Real)

Shoes:

1. Diane von Furstenberg 'Emma' pointed toe flats ($18 via Marshalls, retail $250)
2. Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' ($150 in Santorini)
3. Ancient Greek Sandals 'Clio' ($185 via Nordstrom)

Accessories:

1. Ray-Ban 'Erika' Sunglasses ($15 via Ditto, with coupon code)
2. LUMO 'Violet' Ring with Australian Opal ($85, used advertising money)
3. LUMO 'Rope' Ring ($40, used advertising money)
4. Chanel Sunglasses ($320 in Athens)
5. Silver ring with jewels ($15 in Santorini)
6. Gold necklace with lava beads ($25 in Santorini)
7. Owl ring ($40 at Jurassic Park in Universal)

Other:

1. J.Crew owl print pajama top ($12.50, J.Crew Factory) 

Gifted:

1. Orox Leather laptop sleeve
2. Orox Leather 'Merces Petite' bag
3. Aeropostale elephant print skirt
4. Aeropostale chevron dress
5. Aeropostale printed long sleeve top
6. Serendipity and Grace Natural Stone Beaded Bracelet
7. Serendipity and Grace Agate Stone Tassel Pendant Necklace

I think it's time to get rid of this dress. The only reason I wore it this day was because I hadn't worn it all Summer. You know those pieces that you buy and they don't live up to your expectations but you keep them? I bought this in 2013 (for $63) and unfortunately it was final sale so it was either keep it or try to sell it on eBay. I've only worn it a handful of times, so I should probably give it up. Any takers? It is a lovely dress, just not me.

Dress: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Sandals: Franco Sarto (DSW), Necklace: Marrin Costello

I wore this for brunch in the city with a few friends! I took these photos after I got home so I'm a bit disheveled in the photos, what can you do?  The fishtail braid has become my go-to this Summer. Whenever I don't want to leave it down or put it in a ponytail I just through it up in a fishtail!

Leather Jacket: Theyskens Theory (Nordstrom Rack), Dress: Splendid (Net-a-Porter Sale),  Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' (bought in Santorini)

Top: French Connection, Jeans: J Brand 'Maria' High Rise Skinny (Gilt), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' (bought in Santorini)

Here's another outfit that has been on repeat this Summer. I seem to be very into navy and outfits that could double as pajamas. Not something I thought would happen, but there you go. We're at that stage of Summer where I'm getting bored and don't want to get dressed so I'm opting for super simple outfits. I need to make myself try harder to experiment with my clothes. Let's see what the rest of the week brings.

Tee: Madewell, Pants: Sea (The Outnet), Sandals: Seychelles (DSW), Necklace: Indulgems (Gilt)

This DKNY romper has been one of my staples this Summer. I brought it on every vacation since buying it in April and whenever I don't know what to wear I put it on.  I always wore it on it's own and with flat sandals so the last time I wore it I decided to dress it up a bit with espadrilles and a suede jacket. Probably not the best outerwear for Summer, but it looked so good! I bought these shoes in March 2011 for $86, so over 4 years and going strong! I do love a good purchase, even if it is a bit frivolous.

Romper: DKNY (Clinton Crossing Premium Outlet), Espadrilles: Burberry (The Outnet), Suede Jacket: Ralph Lauren (Marshalls), Sunglasses: Ray-Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls)

When we go to Rhode Island we stay at a house that's right across from Scarborough Beach so each night we go for an evening walk on the beach.

Striped Sweater: Club Monaco, Blue Sweater: BCBG, Shorts: Madewell

Here are some lovely photos my family members took of me on our trip. Some are cute, others, not so much, but they amused me so I figured I would share them.

Red dress: ELLE (Kohl's), One-Piece: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Tee: Everlane, Striped Sweater: Club Monaco, Blue Sweater: BCBG, Shorts: Madewell

Before I went on my vacation Lydia and I hit up Roundabout Resale for their Summer sale. I picked up this adorable Carolina Herrera dress, which was PERFECT for our day trip to Newport! They're very preppy up there and I think this dress fit the bill.  It was very empty the morning we went, which was fine by me, I hate crowds!

Dress: Carolina Herrera (Roundabout Resale), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Clio' (Nordstrom), Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Erika' c/o Ditto, Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Fifth Avenue)

Here's a quick photo diary from our Rhode Island trip. A lot of boats, a lot of beach, a lot of sunsets! Sometimes we need a vacation where we do just nothing, right?