This outfit doesn't totally scream Spring but I think it has a small touch of it since I'm in "lighter" layers than I have been the past couple weeks. I won't complain too much though because this day was still pretty nice out and we had some sun! I wore this for a day of running errands - aka going to Stew Leonard's and Trader Joe's, two of my favorite places to splurge on groceries!

I haven't worn my Chanel on the blog in a while so enjoy some nice detail shots of it! I'll never get over how gorgeous it is. And the leather is just sooooo smooth. *drools*

Boyfriend Cardigan: 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target, Sweater: Madewell, Jeans: Mother (Marshalls), Boots: Vince Camuto 'Davilla' (Marshalls), Necklace: Azaggi Jewelry Round Crescent Moon, Sunglasses: Gucci, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Chanel Classic 2.55 Double Flap (Madison Avenue Couture)

Last week we had a teeny bit of Spring weather when not flanked by snowy days. I wore this to run a few errands and for a quick stop in the park on my lunch break. Some flowers are trying to come out but I'm not sure how long they'll stick around if we keep getting snow (even if it melts by the afternoon!) It is still chilly out there so rather than a tee I wore a sweater underneath my blazer.

You'll have noticed a lot more detail shots in the past couple weeks of outfit photos. I finally let my dad retire from taking my photos (he is a hobby photographer, but I didn't want to make him take too many photos) and my new photographer insists on taking detail shots; I won't complain! We took a bunch of my Chloe Faye in the flowers, it was so hard to narrow down my favorites!

Blazer: Chanel (Roundabout Resale), Sweater: Frame ribbed wool & cashmere (NET-A-PORTER), Jeans: Everlane "The High-Rise Skinny Jean" in Mid-Blue, Suede Mules: Franco Sarto 'Dolly (DSW), Sunglasses: Gucci, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Bag: Dark Purple Chloé Faye (eBay), Rings: Lumo 'Violet', Mejuri 'Stellar', Moon Magic 'Eclipse', Moon Magic 'Petite Double'


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I wore this last Friday for a quick afternoon/early evening trip to New York City to meet up with some out of towners. We walked to a few of the touristy places (Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, etc.) and also went to a place I had recently found out about because they sell Dō cookie dough. It's an underground market near Columbus Circle called Turnstyle. I went in hoping to buy a few tubs of cookie dough but they charged TWELVE DOLLARS! WHAT?! (I didn't remember them being so expensive when I ordered online last year) I only bought one to satisfy my craving. We also had a quick slice of pizza while there to tide us over for ramen at Tabata Ramen later in the evening.

I wasn't in the mood to wear something super stylish so I went the other NYC route, basic black and jeans plus a designer bag for punch.

Sweater: Everlane 'the cashmere crop v-neck', Jeans: J Brand 'Maria' High Rise in Supreme (Gilt Groupe),  Boots: Vince Camuto (Marshalls), Bag: Dark Purple Chloé Faye (eBay), Sunglasses: Gucci, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon), Necklace c/o Uncommon Goods, Rings: Lumo 'Violet', Mejuri 'Stellar', Moon Magic 'Eclipse', Moon Magic 'Petite Double', vintage

I wanted to wear these boots one last time before they go away until next Winter so I chose this throwback outfit since it is a liiiittle more Springy. The bright red definitely lifts up my spirits when wearing it but the off-white vest tones it down a bit. Sadly the alligator brooch from the original look broke a few years ago so it just sits on my dresser instead of on my clothes.

Sweater: Madewell 'Wallace' - also here and here (Shobop), Vest: French Connection (Marshall's), Jeans: Genetic Denim, Boots: Grandma's, Harry Potter Golden Snitch Necklace c/o Magic Alley, Sunglasses: Gucci, Eyeglasses chain: Tinksky (Amazon)




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Here's what I wore for our second Easter celebration. This dress is definitely in my top 3 of all my dresses. I just love the whimsical print and the fitted top. I wore it SOOO many times the first year I bought it and have slowed down it's wears the past few years. But I think this Spring/Summer I'm going to bring it out some more. It has made some memorable trips with me though. It came to the Press Preview of Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando, on a trip to Paris a couple years ago and to Italy last May. Who knows where it will go next!

You also get a lot of detail shots today because my photographer was feeling ambitious and it was actually warm enough to spend more than 5 minutes outside. Special appearance by my sister's dog, Teddy! Such a cutie! (He's a Shiba Inu for those curious folk)

Paris Map Dress: Carven (YOOX), Blazer: Gap, Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Sunglasses: Chanel (bought in Greece), Necklace: BubuRuby, Rings: Lumo 'Violet', Mejuri 'Stellar', Moon Magic 'Eclipse', Moon Magic 'Petite Double', vintage

As usual we had Easter on two separate days so I got to wear two different outfits. I have had this outfit in mind since I got both of these pieces at my Banana Republic Factory styling event. Unfortunately the shirt got a bit wrinkled from being packed and the pants are a little looser than I'd like, but overall I still like the look. I tried to add a bit of dimension by rolling up the hem, but not sure it worked the way I wanted it to. This is the first time I'm wearing the shirt, I'm not sure what took me so long to wear it, but it's been worn now!

Ruffle Sleeve Shirt c/o Banana Republic Factory (Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets), Cherry Blossom Print "Ryan" Pant c/o Banana Republic Factory (Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets), Suede Mules: Franco Sarto 'Dolly (DSW)

Happy end of March!! I was successful with my now buying clothes/accessories this month! I did add a couple pieces thanks to a collaboration with Azaggi Jewelry. Let's see if I can continue my streak with a no spend April! I'm trying really hard to curb ALL my spending the next few months (except for a trip to Florida I've had planned and a quick New York City visit for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.) More info on why at a later date. 



THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS 

Clothes:

1. J. Crew 'Harlow' cardigan sweater in star print ($15, $90 retail, used gift card)
2. Robert Rodriguez tonal paisley chiffon dress via Roundabout ($16.80, $348 retail)

Basics:

1. nothing yet

Shoes:

1. Franco Sarto 'Dolly' mule in navy via DSW ($20, $80 retail)

Bags:

1. nothing yet

 
Accessories:

1. nothing yet

Gifted from Brands:

1. *NEW!* Azaggi Jewelry Round Crescent Moon necklace w/ CZs
2. *NEW!* Azaggi Jewelry Tiny Owl necklace

Total spent in March: $0

Total spent in 2018:  $36.80