Month: May 2014

Summer Must Haves

I wasn’t looking forward to tallying up May’s purchases for this month’s shopping budget, mostly because I partook in a bit of pre-vacation shopping before St. Martin.  My favorite purchases of the month: pom pom scarves, printed shorts and a gorgeous pearl necklace.

Surprisingly though, I managed to stay under budget since most of the pieces I bought were relatively inexpensive … What can I say?  I’m a sucker for cheap thrills!  Either way, my wallet is happy and my closet is full of new summer goodies!  What’ve you purchased lately?  Share your shopping scores in the comments below!

PURCHASES
Pearl Pendant Necklace
— $24.39 (was $38)
Blue Ikat Pom Pom Shorts — $22.99
Striped Mini Pouch — $9.75 ($19.50)
Neon Ikat Pom Pom Shorts — $24.99
Black Racerback Cami — $26.94 (was $44.90)
Neon Yellow Dress — $27.99
Light Blue Pom Pom Scarf — $19.75 (was $39.50)
Gold Leather Flip Flops — $9.75 (was $19.50)
Ivory Pom Pom Scarf — $19.75 (was $39.50)
Striped Racerback Cami — $26.94 (was $44.90)
White Floppy Hat — $9
Light Blue Criss Cross Tank — $12.25 ($24.50)
Striped Racerback Tank — $14.75 (was $29.50)
Ivory Short Sleeve Blouse — $24
Navy Blue Short Sleeve Blouse — $24

TOTAL SPENT
$288.34

YEAR TO DATE RECAP
January: $324.25
February: $225.84
March: $328.85
April: $390.16
May: $288.34

$192.56 under budget!

How to Wear a Black JumpsuitBy now, you’re probably familiar with my love for rompers … but jumpsuits?  That’s a new story.  I mused about them earlier this month and since then, I’ve been dying to take one for a spin.
Black Strapless Jumpsuit For a jumpsuit newbie, a simple black number is pretty foolproof (but I’m dying to try it in a bold color or a playful print).  I love the relaxed look paired with cobalt heels and a woven clutch.  It’s understated, but put together and will probably be my new uniform for all the fabulous summer nights to come.
Lulu*s Black Strapless Jumpsuit Lulu*s Black Strapless Jumpsuit Blue Cobalt Heels

WEAR
Jumpsuit: Lulu*s (c/o) (similar here and here)
Necklace: Sequin (similar here and here)
Bag: Zara (similar here and here)
Bracelet: Forever 21
Shoes: JustFab (c/o) (get 50% off your first item!)

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PHOTOS
James Colvin

Summer Ikat Printed Shorts Wednesdays are for wanderlusting, so don’t be surprised if you catch me daydreaming of my recent trip to the Caribbean.  I wore this outfit for an easy day at the beach.  A silky t-shirt and a pair of ikat-printed pom pom shorts helped me tackle the only two items on my to do list: drinking piña coladas and soaking up the sun.Green Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses Summer Ikat Printed Shorts Cognac Flat Sandals

WEAR
Top: Joe Fresh (similar here and here)
Shorts: Necessary Clothing
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
Necklace: Sequin (similar here and here)
Bag: Juicy Couture
Bracelets: Forever 21, Greenbeads by Emily & Ashley (c/o)
Shoes: JustFab (c/o)

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