Apparently this year is all about re-buying favorite pieces in my closet because the originals are too loved. Last month it was a bathing suit, this month I finally re-bought an item I have been hunting for for a couple years. My beloved pair of silk pants from Sea New York. 

I originally bought these printed silk pants in March 2015 for $56 in The Outnet's Clearance Sale for my trip to Santorini that Spring. They became a staple in Summer and I wore them all the time. I kind of stopped posting them on the blog because I had featured them so often, but their last appearance was in June 2019. Then a couple years ago the fabric underneath where I sit ripped, probably from so much sitting on planes, ha ha! 

I was following a pair on Poshmark for much of that time but the seller wouldn't budge on their price so I waited. While shopping for another replacement at ThredUp I happened to find a pair for just under $30 thanks to a 50% off deal! Funnily enough I did a partnership with them way back in 2014, crazy how time flies! I also picked up a J Crew printed camisole for $7.99 and a replacement for my Who What Wear shirt dress for $11.50. I used blog revenue for all 3!

I'm still on the hunt for a replacement pair of GH Bass cargo pants that are really starting to wear out. I got them in 2017 with a gift card, but they were $21 (retail $69) so I guess I can allow myself a slight splurge on the new pair knowing how much I wear them. I found a blue pair in medium, but I want the green, and a small, but I should be okay with a medium as well.

2026 Purchases:

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. *NEW!* Sea New York patterned silk pants ($29.50, retail $100; used ad money)
2. *NEW* Who What Wear floral shirt dress ($11.99, retail $30?; used ad money)
3. *NEW!* J.Crew tropical print camisole ($7.99, retail ?; used ad money)

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) 

Shoes:

1. None yet

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 
• *NEW!* Aurate Unbreakable Barely There Chain Necklace
• *NEW!* Aurate Lab Grown White Sapphire Station Necklace
• *NEW!* Forme Science Arch Booster Socks 

Spent in July: $0

Spent in 2026: $75.79

Spent in 2026 - counting ad money: $215.95

For the past couple years I have been mulling over the idea of needing some new one piece swimsuits. This month I ended up getting a replacement for one of my favorite suits because I found the same one new with tags on eBay and a couple actual new suits. 

I still wanted another option so I have been stalking Lands End for a good coupon code (every day there is a new code but stuff is always the same price, ha ha) and finally gave up when they had a slightly better sale at the end of this month. I grabbed 2 suits because 2 for $86 sounded better than 1 for $58, ha ha. The new ones haven't arrived yet so I don't know if I'm keeping them, but including anyway! Unfortunately they are non-returnable so if they don't fit I have to sell them or something. It was worth the risk, I hope, because I have wanted the purple ombre suit for quite a while and the tropical print one is very fun!

EDIT: They fit! 

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. None yet

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) 

Shoes:

1. None yet

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. *NEW!* Michael Kors one piece swimsuit in walnut print ($32.99, retail $140)
5. *NEW!* Lands End Side Tie Wrap One Piece Swimsuit in Navy/Prism Pink Multi Palm ($26.99, retail $134.99, used ad money) 
6. *NEW!* 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 c/o Aurate
•  Pearl Drop Necklace c/o Aurate

Spent in June: $32.99

Spent in 2026: $75.79

Spent in 2026 - counting ad money: $166.47

I got a few basics this month with two $10 J.Crew coupons that were floating about. I was going to get a purple tee and the blue v-neck but then I ended up getting a second blue tee to see if either would match one of my favorite tees from Everlane that I had to get rid of last year. One is also a men's tee, why do they get nicer shades sometimes? The men's color is closer to what I was going for, but still a little darker.

We also went to the last opening day for the Eddie Bauer outlet at the Westbrook Outlets by chance after a cars and coffee event we went to where everything was at least 80% off. Christian had discovered he loved their tees so we wondered if they might have some left. They did not, but he got a couple fleecey long sleeves for $30 total (this one and this one.) I ended up finding some things for myself too for camping/workouts. There were mostly just super small and very large items left on a couple racks but I managed to squeeze into a pair of fleece-lined pants, leggings and got a large tank that will be nice and loose for Summer, ha ha, all for $40.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. None yet

Basics:

1. *NEW!* J.Crew vintage relaxed v-neck in Evening Shadow ($9.50, retail $34.50, used ad money)
2. *NEW!* J.Crew broken-in t-shirt in Bellport Blue ($9.50, retail $36.50, used ad money) 

Shoes:

1. None yet

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)

Gifted from Brands:

• Aurate x Marilyn Monroe: Lab Grown Red Marquise Earring Threader c/o Aurate
•  Pearl Drop Necklace c/o Aurate

Spent in April: $42.80

Spent in 2026: $42.80

Spent in 2026 - counting ad money: $61.80

2 months into the new year already, wow... No new clothing items purchased this month, but I may be going to Roundabout tomorrow after an appointment so that might change and I'll update, haha! I did do a sponsored post that resulted in a couple new pieces! A pair of gorgeous Marilyn Monroe inspired earrings as well as a pearl necklace that hasn't arrived yet (made to order)

Happy end of December and end of 2025. Let us hope that 2026 is a better year. 

In the meantime, I got a couple new items of clothing for Christmas! A purple cardigan top and some purple loafers!

I added a new basic to the closet this month - a cozy brown cardigan I found at Marshalls. I've been keeping my eye out for a great brown sweater or cardigan for a while now and just happened to flip past this on the rack at Marshalls. It was the only one and was exactly what I was looking for. I couldn't find it online, but it is very similar to this sweater, also on their website and this wool & cashmere option.

Earlier this month, Nood sent me a couple of their products to try out. This is not something I usually talk about on the blog, but as someone who hates to wear bras I love when I can avoid that. I had been using another brand of non-adhesive nipple covers previously, so I was curious to see how Nood's covers differed. I received both their non-adhesive and adhesive covers.  The smaller size made them stay on easier and just like my other brand, they were invisible under my clothes! I wear the non-adhesive ones under tighter shirts and use the grippy with looser shirts. I'm interested to see how wearing them for a longer period of time goes, I've only had them a couple weeks at this point but I am very happy with them. The adhesive ones take a bit more maintenance, but it's worth it!

We've got a successful no shopping month. Probably because I was away for half the month, ha ha! I took 2 "working" vacations to North Myrtle Beach and Orlando - where I worked during the day and did vacation stuff during the evenings and weekends.

I had my eye on a few pieces but waiting for some good sales to add them to the closet because I really don't need anything.

 THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Purple Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater ($0 with credit, $18 at Marijane Boutique, retail $?)
2. Joie Cardigan with Floral Embroidered Detail via Marshalls ($24.99)
   

Basics:

1. Old Navy Sleeveless Open Stitch Sweater in Gingerspice ($17.49, retail $34.99)
2. Old Navy Luxe Crew Neck T-shirt  in Wild Currant ($8.49, retail $16.99)
3. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in Alpine Tundra ($4.99, retail $9.99)
4. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in In the Navy ($4.99, retail $9.99) 
5. C&C California purple linen short via Marshalls ($16.99)
6. Elie by Elie Tahari Sleeveless Knit Tank via Marshalls ($16.99)
   

Shoes:

1. Ancient Greek Sandals Chania Sandal in Black ($110 via eBay, $270 retail)
2. Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Sandal in "Mure" Burgundy Velvet ($15 via Poshmark, retail $275)

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red soft grained calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
2. Chloé Alphabet Mini Saddle Bag in Red and Brown leather ($515 via Ebay, retail $1050, used blog money)

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in September: $0

Spent in 2025: $1,114.93

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $1,629.95

We had a big purchase this month. The Chloe Alphabet Saddle bag in brown and red colorblock leather! It's been on my list (see blog sidebar) since I first saw it on Net-a-Porter in 2022 and then on Italist for a little bit cheaper. I regretted not buying it from Italist for $700 and had been hunting for it ever since. I finally got lucky and one popped up on eBay for about $515 all the way from Australia!

I also got a couple new pieces during tax free week here in CT. For those that don't know, we do a tax free week around back to school time for all clothing items under $100. My Mom & I headed to Marshalls and found a few things each, ha ha.  I ended up returning one of mine at a different Marshalls but then found a replacement item I liked more so still ended up spending the money. Unfortunately I couldn't find either one online.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Purple Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater ($0 with credit, $18 at Marijane Boutique, retail $?)
2. *NEW!* Joie Cardigan with Floral Embroidered Detail via Marshalls ($24.99)
   

Basics:

1. Old Navy Sleeveless Open Stitch Sweater in Gingerspice ($17.49, retail $34.99)
2. Old Navy Luxe Crew Neck T-shirt  in Wild Currant ($8.49, retail $16.99)
3. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in Alpine Tundra ($4.99, retail $9.99)
4. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in In the Navy ($4.99, retail $9.99) 
5. C&C California purple linen short via Marshalls ($16.99)
6. *NEW!* Elie by Elie Tahari Sleeveless Knit Tank via Marshalls ($16.99)
   

Shoes:

1. Ancient Greek Sandals Chania Sandal in Black ($110 via eBay, $270 retail)
2. Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Sandal in "Mure" Burgundy Velvet ($15 via Poshmark, retail $275)

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red soft grained calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
2. *NEW!* Chloé Alphabet Mini Saddle Bag in Red and Brown leather ($515 via Ebay, retail $1050, used blog money)

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in August: $556.98

Spent in 2025: $1,114.93

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $1,629.95

July really went by in a flash! Probably because the first half of the month we were in Missouri visiting Christian's Mom and then last weekend we took a trip to Maine with my family. We were only home for one weekend of the month, ha ha! 

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Purple Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater ($0 with credit, $18 at Marijane Boutique, retail $?)

Basics:

1. Old Navy Sleeveless Open Stitch Sweater in Gingerspice ($17.49, retail $34.99)
2. Old Navy Luxe Crew Neck T-shirt  in Wild Currant ($8.49, retail $16.99)
3. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in Alpine Tundra ($4.99, retail $9.99)
4. Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in In the Navy ($4.99, retail $9.99) 
5. C&C California purple linen short via Marshalls ($16.99)

Shoes:

1. Ancient Greek Sandals Chania Sandal in Black ($110 via eBay, $270 retail)
2. Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Sandal in "Mure" Burgundy Velvet ($15 via Poshmark, retail $275)

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red soft grained calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in July: $0

Spent in 2025: $1,072.95

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $1,072.95

I bought a bunch of new things this month, mostly basics. Last October one of my favorite pairs of Ancient Greek Sandals finally called it quits and a strap broke while I was at Disneyland. They were very well worn in the 10 years I owned them and walked hundreds of miles around Greece, Italy, Florida and more Summer holidays. I finally replaced them with a new black pair after putting it off for months. I almost bought the same exact pair - the Alethea (without the perforations) but because of tariff fears and the price I decided to go the eBay route instead. I was choosing between a few pairs and ended up with a new in box pair of Chania sandals for a great price. Because they were so (relative to retail) cheap I allowed myself a little extra treat and bought a second pair of Ancient Greek Sandals on Poshmark for only $15! They are technically a size too large, but who cares at that price!

I also made an Old Navy order after my mom showed me some pieces she got recently. One was very similar to a sweater vest my Grandma knit that I wear a LOT over the Summer - it just doesn't have buttons. I got it in Gingerspice/rust (same as my Mom) and thought about the Sea Salt color too but it was a bit too white for me. I also ordered the Blue Multi version for Mom because she wanted another color, ha ha! I almost didn't buy anything because of the price but then it went a little more on sale so I decided to go for it. 

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Purple Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater ($0 with credit, $18 at Marijane Boutique, retail $?)

Basics:

1. *NEW!* Old Navy Sleeveless Open Stitch Sweater in Gingerspice ($17.49, retail $34.99)
2. *NEW!* Old Navy Luxe Crew Neck T-shirt  in Wild Currant ($8.49, retail $16.99)
3. *NEW!* Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in Alpine Tundra (4.99, retail $9.99)
4. *NEW!* Old Navy First-Layer Ribbed Scoop-Neck Tank Top in In the Navy (4.99, retail $9.99)
   

Shoes:

1. *NEW* Ancient Greek Sandals Chania Sandal in Black ($110 via eBay, $270 retail)
2. *NEW!* Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Sandal in "Mure" Burgundy Velvet ($15 via Poshmark, retail $275)

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red soft grained calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in May: $160.96

Spent in 2025: $1,055.96

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $1,055.96

Technically a purchase was made this month, but it was paid for by a credit I had at Marijane Boutique. Lydia spotted this sweater and asked if I was interested. I tried to talk myself out of it but she ended up grabbing it for me, ha ha.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Purple Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater ($0 with credit, $18 at Marijane Boutique, retail $?)

Basics:

1. Nothing yet
   

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red soft grained calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in April: $0

Spent in 2025: $895

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $895

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Nothing yet

Basics:

1. Nothing yet
   

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red classic calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in March: $0

Spent in 2025: $895

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $895

The cold weather and general unpleasantness of Winter has led to no purchases for February. I did stop by Roundabout in Westport earlier this month for their end of season sale but the one thing I wanted—Charlotte Olympia velvet kitty flats—was only 30% off instead of 70 so I resisted.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Nothing yet

Basics:

1. Nothing yet
   

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red classic calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in February: $0

Spent in 2025: $895

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $895

And just like that, it's the end of January. This was a weird month for me because the first 10 days I was dealing with some issues with our house while also finishing preparations for our 2 week trip to Japan. From the 11th through the 24th we were in Japan and then it was back to work for the final week of the month.

I did make my first purchase of 2025, and it's a good one! I knew I wanted to try and find a secondhand designer bag in Japan since the exchange rate is amazing right now and they are very strict with counterfeit items so I knew whatever I found would be authentic. I would have loved to grab one of the many Birkin bags I saw, but they were still very expensive. I came close to a few Chanel bags in various colors and a Dior Saddle Bag but in the end I found a 2018 Mini Loewe Puzzle bag in a lovely red color! A puzzle bag was on my short list of things to find. At the beginning of the trip I had seen a few, but none in exciting colors (I didn't want tan or black or cream.) There was a nice light blue but it was a Nano size which I don't believe they make anymore.

I bought a shirt and a sweatshirt at Tokyo Disney as well, but since I won't really wear them outside of Disney I don't count them in my wardrobe, ha ha.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. Nothing yet

Basics:

1. Nothing yet
   

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. *NEW!* Loewe Mini Puzzle Bag in Pomodoro red classic calfskin ($895 in Japan, retail $2650)
   

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. None
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in January: $895

Spent in 2025: $895

Spent in 2025 - counting ad money: $895

And so 2024 comes to a close. I barely shopped this year, which is good and bad. I miss going out and trying on clothes, even if I'm not going to buy anything. But lately I just haven't felt like shopping for fun. Anyone else feeling the same, or just me?

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. C&C California Tropical Print Linen Dress via Marshalls ($13)
2. Cynthia Rowley leaf print dress via Marshalls ($13) 
3. AllSaints Jayda dress in black splash print (polka dot) via Roundabout Resale ($16.80, retail $260)
4. C&C California tropical print tee (similar) via Marshalls ($10 on clearance)
5. Disney Mickey Mouse Holiday Pullover Sweater via Target ($52.49, retail $69.99, used gift cards)
   

Basics:

1. Joie long grey vest via Marshalls ($14, retail $68?, used gift card)
2. LC Lauren Conrad High Rise 5" Rolled Cuff Shorts in Doria ($24.99, retail $36.99)
3. Sonoma Goods For Life Premium Roll Cuff Jean Shorts in medium wash ($14.99, retail $24.99)
4. Nicole Miller orange linen cargo pants via Marshalls ($16 on clearance)

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. None

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Colorfulkoala High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in December: $0

Spent in 2024: $108.69

Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0

I treated myself to a Disney Christmas sweater this month during Target's Black Friday sale. It was 25% off and I had gift cards from various Target Circle promos! Technically it's the men's sweater, but I never buy the women's versions because they are Minnie Mouse and I prefer Mickey. Side note: it really annoys me that everyone has "Black Friday" sales all month long now. Black Friday is ONE DAY. Just call it a holiday sale or something, but since everyone googles Black Friday they have to use those words. *sigh* 

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. C&C California Tropical Print Linen Dress via Marshalls ($13)
2. Cynthia Rowley leaf print dress via Marshalls ($13) 
3. AllSaints Jayda dress in black splash print (polka dot) via Roundabout Resale ($16.80, retail $260)
4. C&C California tropical print tee (similar) via Marshalls ($10 on clearance)
5. *NEW!* Disney Mickey Mouse Holiday Pullover Sweater via Target ($52.49, retail $69.99, used gift cards)
   

Basics:

1. Joie long grey vest via Marshalls ($14, retail $68?, used gift card)
2. LC Lauren Conrad High Rise 5" Rolled Cuff Shorts in Doria ($24.99, retail $36.99)
3. Sonoma Goods For Life Premium Roll Cuff Jean Shorts in medium wash ($14.99, retail $24.99)
4. Nicole Miller orange linen cargo pants via Marshalls ($16 on clearance)

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. None

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Colorfulkoala High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in November: $0

Spent in 2024: $108.69

Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0

This month I engaged a bit of retail therapy. My mom and I spent a morning at Home Goods and Marshalls. I resisted buying anything at Home Goods even though I wanted a new comfy blanket. I wasn't so lucky at Masrhalls. I tried on a couple "fun" things I knew I wouldn't buy as well as a couple clearance finds which I ended up purchasing.  Then later that week I went out with Christian and got a new blanket at Home Goods, ha ha! Of course, right after that I got approved for a sponsored post at Ocean State Job Lot and ended up with another blanket from there, so now we've got two new blankets!

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. C&C California Tropical Print Linen Dress via Marshalls ($13)
2. Cynthia Rowley leaf print dress via Marshalls ($13) 
3. AllSaints Jayda dress in black splash print (polka dot) via Roundabout Resale ($16.80, retail $260)
4. *NEW!* C&C California tropical print tee (similar) via Marshalls ($10 on clearance)

Basics:

1. Joie long grey vest via Marshalls ($14, retail $68?, used gift card)
2. LC Lauren Conrad High Rise 5" Rolled Cuff Shorts in Doria ($24.99, retail $36.99)
3. Sonoma Goods For Life Premium Roll Cuff Jean Shorts in medium wash ($14.99, retail $24.99)
4. *NEW!* Nicole Miller orange linen cargo pants via Marshalls ($16 on clearance)

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. None

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Colorfulkoala High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in October: $26

Spent in 2024: $108.69

Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0

Nothing new this month. It was a very odd month because I was on a trip right before the month started, then we were gearing up for Christian's birthday followed by a business trip the next weekend. I also had a few Layla-sitting days mixed in. I definitely don't need to be shopping for clothes, but I do miss it. Sometimes I just want to go on a shopping spree and blow all my money, ha ha!   

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. C&C California Tropical Print Linen Dress via Marshalls ($13)
2. Cynthia Rowley leaf print dress via Marshalls ($13) 
3. AllSaints Jayda dress in black splash print (polka dot) via Roundabout Resale ($16.80, retail $260)

Basics:

1. Joie long grey vest via Marshalls ($14, retail $68?, used gift card)
2. LC Lauren Conrad High Rise 5" Rolled Cuff Shorts in Doria ($24.99, retail $36.99)
3. Sonoma Goods For Life Premium Roll Cuff Jean Shorts in medium wash ($14.99, retail $24.99)

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. None

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Colorfulkoala High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in September: $0

Spent in 2024: $82.69

Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0

Well, I finally got new jean shorts like I've been talking about since last year, ha ha! I got a 40% off coupon for Kohl's so I decided to take a look. I ordered two pairs figuring I would return one but they ended up being such different colors that I kept both for different occasions.

THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS

 

Clothes:

1. C&C California Tropical Print Linen Dress via Marshalls ($13)
2. Cynthia Rowley leaf print dress via Marshalls ($13)
   

Basics:

1. Joie long grey vest via Marshalls ($14, retail $68?, used gift card)
   
2. *NEW!* LC Lauren Conrad High Rise 5" Rolled Cuff Shorts in Doria ($24.99, retail $36.99)
3. *NEW!* Sonoma Goods For Life Premium Roll Cuff Jean Shorts in medium wash ($14.99, retail $24.99)

Shoes:

1. None

Handbags:

1. None

Accessories:

1. None
   

Activewear/Swimwear:

1. Colorfulkoala High Waisted Yoga Pants with Pockets in Deep Teal ($20, retail $30, used CC rewards)
   

Gifted from Brands:

• None
  

Spent in July: $39.98

Spent in 2024: $65.98

Spent in 2024 - counting ad money: $0