Happy Monday! Here's my wardrobe update for July! Technically two of the items were bought in June but I bought them before I went on a trip and didn't know if I would be keeping them. It was July by the time I got to try them on.

I was also super bad and bought a new camera on Amazon Prime day. I got the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000. So there goes $500. But now I don't have to be nervous about using my Dad's Nikon anymore and can have a better camera on vacations. I don't take his Nikon because I'm afraid it will break on the plane and it's a bit too large to carry around when I sight-see. But this new camera should be a good mix between my small Nikon and my Dad's DSLR.

Then I did a few sponsored posts and instead of being responsible and using the money for my camera I bought one more thing in the Net-a-Porter sale, haha! Oh wellllll......it was an extra 20% off thanks to their Sale Must Have discount and it's a basic.

I almost made it the rest of the month but Lydia and I decided to check out Roundabout's clearance sale on Saturday and I walked out with a cashmere sweater and Proenza Schouler shorts. I had actually posted about the shorts on here back in June 2011, so it was fate!



THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS 

Clothes:

1. She Made Me Essential crocheted swimsuit via Net-a-Porter ($45, $150 retail,  Xmas $$)
2. G.H. Bass burgundy cardigan at Clinton Crossing ($0,  $7.5 w/coupon, $99 retail) 
3. G.H. Bass cargo pants at Clinton Crossing ($0,  $21 w/coupon, $69 retail)  
4. Disney Mickey tee ($10 at Target)
5. Who What Wear x Target Sleeveless Floral Dress ($30) 
6. Uniqlo Mickey Mouse sweatshirt ($30) 
7.  *NEW!* Proenza Schouler tweed colorblock shorts via Roundabout ($57, $1680 retail)

Basics:

1. Calypso St. Barth Gylden Cashmere Sweater via Gilt ($71, $295 retail, Christmas $$)
2. M.i.h Jeans Tomboy cropped jeans via Net-a-Porter ($98, $245 retail, Christmas $$)
3. Who What Wear x Target bodysuit ($14, $20 retail) 
4. *NEW!* FRAME Ribbed wool & cashmere-blend sweater via Net-a-Porter ($104, $325 retail, used advertising money) 
5. *NEW!* Alice + Olivia blue striped cashmere sweater via Roundabout ($25, $368? retail)

Shoes:

1. Miu Miu ankle boots via Roundabout Resale - also here and here ($146,  $850 retail)
2. New Look Metallic Block Heel sandal via ASOS ($35, advertising $$) 
3. BCBGeneration 'Beverly' mule via Saks Off 5th at Clinton Crossing ($0,  $110 retail)  
4. Impo 'Omega' boot (or Onnie, can't tell) via DSW ($12, $112 retail - in black) 
5. Vince 'Mason' in pony fig via DSW ($23, $275+ retail) 
6. *NEW!* Nicholas Kirkwood suede prism pumps via Net-a-Porter sale ($250, $625 retail) 
7. *NEW* Sam Edelman Lars slub satin espadrille slide via Net-a-Porter sale ($36, $90 retail)

Accessories:

1. Tommy Hilfiger (similar) via Clinton Crossing ($0,  retail $?)  
2. Mejuri Loop Earrings by Jamie! ($55)
3. Gucci aviator sunglasses ($300, bought in Rome) 
4. Disney x Coach 'Patricia' with Mickey ears ($179 at Coach Outlet, $395 retail)
5. Birthstone Star and Mickey Mouse ring ($15 with friend's discount, used advertising money) 
6. Birthstone Mickey Mouse earrings ($15 with friend's discount, used advertising money)

Gifted from Brands:

Total spent in July: $368
Total spent in July with advertising money included: $472

Total spent in 2017:  $1167 - $867 not counting the 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

Last week I was in Nashville for my friend's Game of Thrones convention. I had a pretty easy job (since I had done my real work - coding the website - before the convention.) I just helped carry around camera equipment and watched the film crew work.  I slacked a bit and only took 3 sets of outfit photos. Here's the first.

The convention was held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center and boy is it BIG!  I definitely got lost a few times on my first day.

Top: Cynthia Rowley (Marshalls), Jeans: Frame (Shopbop), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athena' (Gilt)

I think I partly owe my love of blazers and Marc Jacobs to Emma Watson. When I was getting into fashion I helped to run a website dedicated to finding all the pieces Emma wore for different events and photoshoots, Sassy! I hunted for many of those pieces on eBay for my own collection and did manage to find a few over the years. This particular jacket was one she wore to a Teen Vogue photoshoot in 2005. It wasn't part of the actual shoot, it's from a small behind the scenes photo of her getting ready. Another one you've seen MANY times is a velvet Marc Jacobs blazer, last seen here.

I don't think I ever styled it like she did so that's what I decided to do this past weekend. Blazer? Check. White tee, light jeans and two-tone flats? Check! Easy peasy!

Blazer: Marc Jacobs (eBay), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME (Shopbop),  Flats: Chanel (eBay)



The inspiration:

Hello pre-snow front yard. I wore this two weekends ago to do some shopping with my Mom. We went to a jewelry store, Home Goods, Marshalls, Jo Ann Fabrics and the dollar store and guess what? I didn't spend a dime! So proud of myself, ha ha. I've been very well behaved so far this motnh and have only bought gas and groceries! GO ME!

Cardigan: Calvin Klein, Tee: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Sneakers: Nike Air Max 90 Premium iD (c/o), Necklace: Madewell

This is my last London outfit post, so sad! One of my friends and I left a few days before our other friend and we had a few hours in the morning before out flight. We decided to take one last walk to Kensington Palace and caught some Pokemon along the way. What? We had to take advantage of all the extra starter Pokemon they had out for New Years! ;)

Leopard Coat: Marshalls, Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater: Vince (Marshalls), Jeans: FRAME (Shopbop), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Off Fifth), Boots: Grandma's

My New Years Eve is normally spent on my couch at home watching movies. This year, however, I was standing in front of Big Ben watching the London fireworks! What an experience! I live an hour and a half from New York City but would NEVER go to those fireworks because you have to camp out all day for a good spot. Luckily for Londoners they've started making the event ticketed to avoid crowds and the need for camping. We did have a bit of a wait (40 minutes) to get into our section, but once we were in there was plenty of space for all.

Sweater: Inis Crafts (Marshalls), Jeans: FRAME (Shopbop), Boots: Grandma's, Hat: Kensington Palace Shop

One of my favorite parts about our flat was the proximity to Portobello Road. I just love the colorful buildings and the bustling activity on the weekends. Ever since I watched Bedknobs and Broomsticks when I was younger I had wanted to go there. I went the first time I visited London (back in 2011) but it was nice to be closer this time. We were literally a street away so we were able to walk down the street on weekdays to go to the grocery store without all the crowds.

I wore this during the day on New Years Eve for a LOT of walking so I didn't bother wearing a coat. We walked Portobello Road and then made our way to Kensington Palace and moved on to Harrods after that.  Sadly I couldn't find anything I really loved at Harrods. I did almost buy a Burberry dress but ended up leaving it. After Harrods we took the bus back to our flat to get ready to go to Big Ben for the fireworks! I'll share that outfit next week.

Blazer: Marc Jacobs (eBay), Sweater: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME (Shopbop), Boots: Vince Camuto (Marshalls), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Off Fifth)



Sadly I couldn't find the actual scene, but here's the song!

Hello, new boots! I picked these up at Marshalls a couple weekends ago. They were my first actual purchase (aka not made with advertising money or birthday money) in a couple months so I'm pretty proud of myself. Ha ha. Still pricey, but I pride myself on my ability to get designer clothes for less. 4 pieces in this look are designer and I didn't pay full price for any of them. Most I paid less than 35% of the retail price.

Book Printed Blazer: Paul Smith (Roundabout Resale), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Necklace: BubuRuby (etsy), Bag: Emm Kuo (Roundabout Resale), Boots: Gianvito Rossi 'Finlay' (Marshalls)

After a week of sitting on my dresser (because of rain) I was finally able to wear my next sunglasses swap from Ditto! I really love this Prada pair because they're a bit quirky with the double bridge yet classic thanks to the tortoise pattern. If they weren't $385 (minus 15% for being a VIP) I would be very tempted to pay to keep them! But I'll just keep them a couple more weeks and swap for another pair. . Use code CLOSETFASHIONENDLESSDITTO for your first month free!


And breaking out my customized Nike's for the first time this season! They don't get as much wear as they should, maybe this year I'll fix that. I got these at the RewardStyle NYFW party last year. Unfortunately I wasn't cool enough to get invited to this year's (the first one in 5 years I've missed.)

Cardigan: Marc Jacobs (Roundabout Resale), Turtleneck Tank: Highline Collective (Lord & Taylor), Jeans: FRAME Denim 'Le Skinny de Jeanne Crop' (Shopbop), Sunglasses: Prada via Ditto Endless Eyewear, Necklace: Madewell

A couple weekends ago I went to visit my best friend from college and we went apple picking at Johnny Appleseed Farm in Ellington! It was the first day where it really felt like Fall so I had to layer with a vest!  It's always so much fun catching up with friends after being apart for a while.

Vest: Ella Moss (Marshalls), Sweater: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Saks Off Fifth), Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Flats: Chanel (eBay), Sunglasses Ray Ban Aviator via Ditto Endless Eyewear [Use code CLOSETFASHIONENDLESSDITTO for your first month free]

The only pieces in this week's throwback outfit that are the same are my accessories. I graduated on to better jeans and wore the top into the ground.  The top in today's post is sadly on it's way out as well, but for different reasons. I bought it the same day I bought my, very beloved, pink leopard button up at an Equipment & Current/Elliott sample sale but it has only been worn 3 times, if that. I need to sell it but I can just never bring myself to do it. Anyone want to take it off my hands? ;)

Top: Equipment, Jeans: Frame 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' (Shopbop), Necklace: Vanessa Mooney, Sandals: Michael Kors (DSW), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop)



The Original: Jeans: American Eagle, Top: Express