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)

For some reason whenever I wear these pants I feel like wearing other animal prints. In this case the cheetah print blouse from Equipment and 'croc effect' sandals from Ancient Greek Sandals. This was worn on a day where the temperature dropped just enough for me to be able to wear pants. I've been getting a little tired of the heat and only being able to wear shorts so it was a nice change. But this shirt and sandals still kept me airy and cool. Any look is made better with a leather handbag, so that’s how I finished off my look.

Blouse: Equipment 'Reese' in Cheetah/Cat Print (eBay), Snakeskin Texture Jeans: Jolt (Marshalls), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' in Croc (Moda Operandi), Merces Petite Bag c/o Orox Leather Co.,  Sunglasses: Gucci