In case you didn't notice...I got my hair cut! Both the fiancé and I went to get our hair cleaned up last Wednesday to prepare for our big day. We were originally supposed to get it cut the Thursday before that but there was a bit of a problem.

Our appointments were for 3pm, we showed up at the salon and the doors were locked. We went back to the car and tried to call, no answer. A few minutes later an old lady walked to the salon and got in so we quickly ran in and followed her. Turns out the place SHUT DOWN and they didn't bother to call people that had appointments. So we tracked down the girl that does our hair and found her new salon and made new appointments. What a production!

I get my haircut about once a year, I think my last cut was in June or July of 2017. I just hate paying for haircuts since I don't do much with my hair so I just let it grow out and then chop it off and start the process again, haha!

Cardigan: Banana Republic Italian Cashmere-Blend Boyfriend Cardigan, Floral Camisole: eight sixty, Corduroy Pants: Abercrombie & Fitch, Studded Suede Velvet Floral Embroidered Mules: Zigi Soho (T.J. Maxx), Sunglasses: Chanel

Summer is coming to an end in a few weeks so I'm trying to soak up all the Summer I can before it does! That is, when the temperature decides to cooperate so I can be outside for more than 5 minutes without melting!

Tee: Marc by Marc Jacobs snake print, Jeans: M.I.H. Jeans 'The TOMBOY' (Net-a-Porter), Sandals: Sam Edelman 'Ginnie' c/o ThredUp, Mini Leather Owl Bag: gift from my sister, Sunglasses: Gucci

I've been wanting to re-wear this outfit for weeks but it's been too darn hot! Then on Saturday we had a day with a bit of a chill to it so I was able to wear it! Wearing this cardigan doesn't add all that much weight to my look but lately I haven't even been wanting to wear t-shirts so this was out of the question. Obviously the sweater didn't stay on all day but I did keep popping it on when I got a bit chilly and needed a bit more than the thin silk dress.

What I love about this outfit is the dress and cardigan are the same length so it creates a nice streamlined look.  I also wish I could wear these sandals more often but they're very old and starting to come apart in certain spots so I don't wear them as often as I used to. They were a weekly or bi-weekly wear back in the day!

Metallic Cardigan: LAUREN by Ralph Lauren (Lord & Taylor), Leopard Print Dress: Rebecca Taylor (Roundabout Resale), Sandals: Simply Vera by Vera Wang (Kohl's), Necklace: Azaggi Jewelry Round Crescent Moon, Sunglasses: Chanel, Bag: Chanel Classic 2.55 Double Flap (Madison Avenue Couture)




The Original:

I hope all my readers in the US had a nice long weekend! I spent my Monday (and today) watching Layla for my cousins. You all may remember I used to live with her (and my cousins) up until they decided to move to a different town last September. I've missed her quite a bit so it was fun to have a little sleepover with her in our house!

We've had a couple cooler days this past week but this was worn on another scorcher. I realized I haven't worn this romper on the blog all Summer! Poor thing not getting blog love this year. I think I've worn it a couple other times but wasn't in the mood for photos on those days.

Romper: DKNY Batik Print Romper (Clinton Crossing), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Clio', Sunglasses: Chanel, Necklace: BubuRuby (etsy)

Here's my August wardrobe addition in action! For it's first outing I wanted it to be the star so I opted for a pretty basic outfit. This obviously won't be an everyday bag for me because 1) I don't want to ruin it by wearing it all the time and 2) I don't have to carry that much with me on a day to day basis.

It will be perfect for when I go to Disney and want to have everything I'll need with me. A sweater, an umbrella, a charger for my phone, etc. It could even hold snacks and my purchases throughout the day. Most of the time it will sit with my Disney collectibles so I can admire it.

I love how well it goes with my matching Mickey earrings and ring. I'm such a Disney addict! And I don't care one bit if people think that's weird. °o°

Top: Tinley Road (Piperlime), Shorts: Madewell, Sandals: Mula c/o Marshalls, Bag: Disney x Dooney & Bourke 2017 Sorcerer Mickey Shopper Tote (eBay),  Sunglasses: Gucci, Mickey Mouse Birthstone Ring, Mickey Mouse Birthstone Earrings

I bought 1 thing this month but it's something I've wanted for over a year now. I originally saw this Dooney and Bourke 2017 Disney Shopper Tote when I went to Disney in June 2017 but resisted buying because it was $268 and I "didn't need it that bad even though it's my favorite color and has Sorcerer Mickey (my fav) all over it." Fast forward months and months and I couldn't stop thinking about it. Thus the eBay search began. It was a special bag only available in 2017 so it's pretty hard to find for under it's original retail price. Luckily I found this one for $200 and I had recently gotten a small work bonus and had some ad money in PayPal so I hit Bid and crossed my fingers! This baby is definitely coming with my on my birthday trip to Disney in October! Sadly it will be my last Disney trip for a while because my Annual Pass expires in December and I have a mortgage to worry about and a honeymoon to save up for.



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) 
3. Mickey Baseball Tee via Disney Character Warehouse ($14.99, used gift card)
4. Mickey Metallic Tank via Disney Character Warehouse ($7.99, used gift card) 
5. WEDDING DRESS! via Net-a-Porter ($206, retail $405, used ad money) 

Basics:

1. nothing yet

Shoes:

1. Franco Sarto 'Dolly' mule in navy via DSW ($20, $80 retail)
2. WEDDING SHOES! via  Net-a-Porter ($326, retail $815) 

Bags:

1. *NEW!* Dooney & Bourke 2017 Sorcerer Mickey Disney Shopper Tote via eBay ($200, used ad money & work bonus)

Accessories:

1. Sofia Zakia Wedding Band (will reveal which one after the wedding)

Gifted from Brands:

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

Total spent in August: $0

Total spent in 2018:  $36.80
(not counting wedding shoes)