Once again I couldn't resist a sale! I ran into Roundabout for a few minutes earlier in the month to bring in some items and it just happened to be the end of their sale, so it was 75% off clothes and 60% off shoes and accessories. I scored a pair of Cole Haan pumps that I had tried on almost every time I've visited the store. I also got a fun printed green tank for only $9.75 (it was brand new with tags!)

I also used some advertising money to buy a couple pieces for Fall. A black cashmere sweater and long sleeve tee from Everlane. I've been wanting both for quite some time, especially since I got my crazy Proenza Schouler pants, so it was the perfect time! Sadly the sweater is back-ordered until October, but I likely won't need it until then anyway.*

Finally I stopped by Lord and Taylor last week because I had a 25% off clearance coupon. I bought a dress and tank for $29 total! Woohoo!

*I was emailed last night and told the sweater is out of stock so they canceled that part of my order. Such a shame since that was why I made the whole purchase! Oh well.


THE (modified) RULES

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

MY PROGRESS 

Clothes:

1. Saint Laurent Silk Patchwork Blouse ($350 via eBay, xmas money, $2390+ retail)
2. Free People Jax Patched Skinny Jean ($52, retail $128) 
3. Jason Wu snakeskin pussy bow blouse ($122 via Roundabout, $1395 retail) 
4. Cynthia Steffe 'Naomi' feather print shirt dress ($10 via Lord & Taylor, $248 retail) 
5. Greylin 'Osten' Open Back Romper ($27 via Gilt) 
6. Proenza Schouler Jacquard pants ($247 via Yoox, $1,650+ retail) 
7. Zara striped knit dress ($35 via Poshmark) 
8. *NEW!* Natalie Martin Printed top ($9.75 via Roundabout, retail $133) 
9. *NEW!* Miss Selfridge sweater dress in rust ($15 via Lord & Taylor, $70 retail)

Basics:

1. J.Crew Factory colorblock sweater ($24, used gift card)
2. Banana Republic 'patch-pocket' shorts ($11 at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlet) 
3. Old Navy black bikini top & bottom ($18, used gift card)
4. *NEW!* Everlane The Ryan Long-Sleeve in black ($20, used advertising money)
5. *NEW!* Highline Collective turtleneck tank in black ($14 via Lord & Taylor, $70 retail)

Shoes:

1. Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' in Croc ($238 via Moda Operandi, $280 retail)
2. J.Crew Raffia Seaside Sandals (Mom bought at Clinton Crossing) 
3. Lanvin Studded Suede Sandals ($316 via Net-a-Porter End of Season Sale, $790 retail)
4. *NEW!* Cole Haan 'Chelsea' Leopard Calf Hair Pump ($45 via Roundabout, $ retail)

Accessories:

1.  Gemstone Necklace via Geclassics in Boston ($8.50)

Gifted from Brands:

1. Simple Retro crop top (via Amazon)

Total spent in 2016:  $1150.25
(not counting Saint Laurent top which used Christmas money and items bought with advertising money)

Who doesn't love a tee with a London bus on it?! Whenever I wear this it makes me dream of going back. Luckily for me I'll be headed there in December for New Years! Super excited! But back to the outfit, I wore this to go see Star Trek Beyond. It was amazinggg!! They just keep getting better! Although I'm sure after I watch a few more times I'll be able to judge a bit better and pick which of the three new ones is my favorite.

Top: Thakoon for Design Nation (Kohl's), Jeans: Free People 'Jax' Patchwork Jean, Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' (bought in Santorini), Bag c/o Orox Leather

Love designer sunglasses but too fickle to pick just one pair? Have no fear! Endless Eyewear from Ditto is here! I've been a fan of Ditto for a couple years but had yet to try out their subscription program. One of my favorite things is their DITTO Tool. You take a video of your face turning from side to side so you can try on any of their sunglasses on your face! So cool.

I've been wanting to try their Endless Eyewear program for a while so when they contacted me about testing it out for a few months my answer was easy! The program is super simple: pick a pair of sunglasses, wear them as long as you want then swap for a new pair! Shipping is free and you have unlimited swaps. Don't worry if you get a tiny scratch, your subscription includes insurance if there are any mishaps.

At $24 per month for sunglasses and $34 for prescriptions how can you go wrong? If you like the pair you're currently testing out you can purchase for 15% off. Sign up for Endless Eyewear with code CLOSETFASHIONENDLESSDITTO to get your first month FREE!

Normally I go for classic styles but since there was no pressure to keep them I decided to try out a "wacky" pair by Miu Miu for my first pick! I might try these fun Selima Optique's next, or maybe this Ray-Ban pair.

Top: Highline Collective (Lord & Taylor), Pants: Proenza Schouler (Yoox, also here), Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' (bought in Santorini), Bag: Chanel (Madison Avenue Couture), Sunglasses: Miu Miu via Ditto Endless Eyewear



And Lydia and I coordinated by accident so we had to take a photo together:

I picked up this tank top on a quick trip into Roundabout a couple weekends ago. I ran in to consign some pieces and took a quick look around and walked out with this for under $10! (and a pair of Cole Haan leopard print pumps...oops!) As you all know I'm not usually a fan of white pants, but this top was just begging to be worn with white. I also really love how deep the opening is in the back, lets me show off those sexy shoulder blades, haha!

Tank: Natalie Martin (Roundabout), Jeans: Mother c/o Marshalls, Sandals: Seychelles (DSW), Sunglasses: Ray-Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls)

Now that all my trips are over it's back to Throwback Outfit Thursdays! Sometimes basic outfits are all you need. This skirt is always fun since I can play with the length a bit because of the design. I usually opt for it to be a bit shorter but I can also make it closer to my knees. And my mouse flats, Jacques and Gus, are always crowd pleasers.

Top: Cullen (Rue La La), Skirt: T by Alexander Wang (NET-A-PORTER), Mouse Flats: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Necklace: SparkleFarm



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