I did buy some stuff this month. My Mom and I went out shopping on a Sunday because we got bored. We don't normally like to shop on weekends, I will play hooky from work for a few hours and we go during the week, ha ha. Yay freelance!  Anyway, we went to Home Goods and TJ Maxx. 

I made it out of Home Goods safely but TJ Maxx got me with some Mansur Gavriel Dance Mary Jane flats in black ponyhair/calf hair for $115 on sale from $160. They had them in a glass case, they were a 39 (I'm usually 38/38.5) and the store was busy so I didn't ask to try them on. When I got home I looked them up and saw the retail price—$495 or possibly $525 since they were ponyhair—I thought "maybe I should try them just in case." I took a little break from work Monday morning to go awkwardly ask to try them on and they fit like a glove! The employee took them to the front for me so I couldn't swipe them and I continued my shopping, ha ha. I ended up finding a really cute burgundy sweater dress for $17 and grabbed that too. The Mansur Gavriel website still has the non-mary jane style "Dream Ballerina" flat in black ponyhair but the "Dance" seems to be sold out.

We went out again the next week and I found a really cute House of Harlow sweater vest on clearance at Marshalls that I picked up to wear on Thanksgiving.  I also saw a pair of cute Dolce Vita suede sandals on clearance for $24, but really did not need those, ha ha. I wore my new Mansur Gavriel flats on this shopping trip and they were VERY comfy, like slippers! 

2026 Purchases:

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Sea New York patterned silk pants ($29.50, retail $100; used ad money)
2. Who What Wear floral shirt dress ($11.99, retail $30?; used ad money)
3. J.Crew tropical print camisole ($7.99, retail ?; used ad money)
4. Edun purple printed dress via eBay ($17.50, retail $450+; used ad money)
5. Old Navy x Disney Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Cardigan for girls ($24.28, retail $39.99; used ad money)
6. *NEW!* Willow and Wind burgundy sweater dress via TJ Maxx ($16.99) 
7. *NEW!* House of Harlow 1960 brown and purple striped sweater vest via Marshalls ($20, retail $40) 

Basics:

1. J.Crew vintage relaxed v-neck in Evening Shadow ($9.50, retail $34.50, used ad money)
2. J.Crew broken-in t-shirt in Bellport Blue ($9.50, retail $36.50, used ad money) 
3. Max Studio Pointelle Sweater Tank in Agave via Marshalls ($16.99, retail $118, used ad money)
4. Nicole Miller navy shorts via Marshalls ($10, retail $ , used ad money) 
5. Old Navy Ribbed Scoop Neck Tank in Peppercorn ($4.74, retail $12.99; used ad money) 
6. Old Navy EveryWear Crew-Neck T-Shirt in Earthen ($4.55, retail $14.99; used ad money) 
7. Old Navy EveryWear Crew-Neck T-Shirt in Red Laquer ($4.55, retail $14.99; used ad money) 

Shoes:

1. *NEW!* Mansur Gavriel Dance Mary Jane ballet flat in black ponyhair via TJ Maxx  ($115, retail $495 or $525)

Handbags:

1. None yet

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Eddie Bauer Polar Fleece-Lined Pants in Black - similar ($18, retail $90)
   
2. Eddie Bauer Tank Top  in Grey ($5, retail $25)
3. Eddie Bauer Trail Tight High Rise Legging in Grey - similar ($19.80, retail $99)
4. Michael Kors one piece swimsuit in walnut print ($32.99, retail $140)
5. Lands End Side Tie Wrap One Piece Swimsuit in Navy/Prism Pink Multi Palm ($26.99, retail $134.99, used ad money) 
6. Lands End SlenderSuit Wrap One Piece Swimsuit in Violet Rose/Navy Ombre ($44.69, retail $164.95, used ad money) 

Gifted from Brands:

• Aurate x Marilyn Monroe: Lab Grown Red Marquise Earring Threader
• Aurate Pearl Drop Necklace 
• Aurate Unbreakable Barely There Chain Necklace
• Aurate Lab Grown White Sapphire Station Necklace
• Forme Science Arch Booster Socks 

Spent in October: $151.99

Spent in 2026: $227.78

Spent in 2026 - counting ad money: $423.56

As I mentioned in my January Wardrobe Update, one of my oldest blog friends launched a children's clothing line (with some pieces for women too!) called Mīere the Label!  I've known Jamie-Lee of Mademoiselle for over 10 years now. Crazy to think I've been blogging for that long! 

We were able to meet in person way back in 2011 when she took a trip to New York City from New Zealand. She now lives in Australia with her husband and baby boy. I have loved watching her blog following skyrocket over the years and seeing her success! Now with her clothing line I'm even more proud. 

Enough gushing, on to the clothes! Jamie is the master of basics so I know anything she creates will be perfect right down to the last detail. This first sweater, made with organic cotton, has beautiful stitching, open rolled neckline and is super cozy. She designed it oversized so that mothers can easily breastfeed while wearing it. Obviously I don't need to worry about that, but the loose fit makes it perfect for wearing around the house as well as out and about. Tucking it into jeans instantly adds more dimension.

With this line, Mīere wanted to "create a capsule of everyday essentials that really last the distance for our little ones, so that you don't have to be constantly thinking about buying the next size up." I think it is genius that she designed them to be a little oversized so they grow with your child. They don't look huge but can easily be worn for way longer than your standard baby clothes sizes. I never know what size to buy for my friends and family, this makes that less stressful.

Not being satisfied with only creating a line that looks beautiful, the company is focused on being natural (even the shipping bag is compostable!)

At Mīere we strive for design perfection and no one does that better than mother nature.  With this in mind our collection is made using natural fibres, and sustainable materials such as organic cotton and bamboo.

If you're looking for the perfect gift for a new Mom in your life I would suggest buying her a matching set of sweaters as a unique gift! Check out the baby knitwear and don't forget mommy! Mīere also has socks, pants, sweatshirts and more is on the way!

Prices are in Australian Dollars and with the shipping cost (to Connecticut) I paid $88.86AUD which converted to $68.67USD. Since it's coming all the way from Australia shipping does take some time, but I got mine in just over 3 weeks.

P.S. Mīere means honey in Greek, which I find adorable because babies are sweet just like honey! I do love a clever name! (Jamie's Grandmother was from Greece so I love that she's using part of her heritage)

Sweater: Mīere the Label women's cotton knit sweater in terracotta, High Waisted Jeans: J Brand 'Maria' High Rise in Supreme, Boots: Cordani (Roundabout), Necklace: House of Harlow 1960 Starburst necklace (South Moon Under), Sunglasses: Chanel, Hat: Walt Disney World

P.P.S. Here's an adorable shot of her son in the matching baby sweater.

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