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My Recent Purchases | March 2018

Spring Shopping List - March 2018

High-Waisted Skinny Jeans / Striped Short-Sleeve Shirt / Matte Liquid Lipstick / Suede Mules / Leather Heels / Bamboo Ark Bag / Delicate Necklace

I have to admit – every month, I make a promise to myself to take it easy on the shopping sprees. And then just like clockwork, a killer sale comes along and it’s just too good to pass up. The good thing is, over the past few years, I’ve become really picky about what I buy and my recent purchases have really been earning their keep. I wore this blue and white striped shirt over the weekend with these ripped jeans and a pair of slide loafers. Speaking of jeans, I recently “discovered” the magic of high-waisted denim and I’m not quite sure what took so long. Within the course of a month, I’m the proud owner of the destroyed denim in this post, a pair of white skinny jeans and a pair of white denim shorts (I can’t wait until the weather warms up to wear them!).

My other purchases speak for themselves, but I will say one thing about this bamboo ark bag, which is actually a dupe of a much more expensive designer version. You’ve probably seen this bag everywhere. If you’re on the fence about it, I’m telling you now: get it and you won’t regret it! It’s only $40 on Amazon and is such a fun conversation-starting kind of accessory. I carried it all over town on our trip to Havana a few weeks ago and it was big enough to hold my camera, my iPhone 7 Plus and a whole of other knick knacks. I can’t wait to go on more summer trips with this baby.

What’s a recent purchase that you’ve been loving lately? Let me know in the comments below and I might have get one for myself!

12 Straw Bags You Need for Spring & Summer

Must Have Accessories for Spring and Summer 2018

White Pom Pom Bag / Woven ToteStriped Tote / Striped Handle Tote / Circle Tote / Round Handle Tote / Striped Clutch / White Trim Circle Bag / Cult Gaia Ark Bag / Straw Circle Bag / Pom Pom ToteMacrame Tote

If you follow any fashion bloggers on Instagram, you’ve probably seen the Cult Gaia Ark Bag and this straw circle bag blowing up your news feed. I’ll admit I’m guilty on both accounts (here and here) – except my bamboo bag is actually an amazing $40 dupe. Straw bags were everywhere last year and they’re back in a big way for spring and summer. There are so many different options at all kinds of different price points. I personally have my eye on this macramé tote that’s under $100 and this pom pom bag which is a little bit pricier at $165. If you’re in the market for something a little more affordable, Amazon’s got a bunch of great options under $55 like this pom trim tote, this round handle bag and this darling shell shaped bag. Are you into the straw bag trend? Share some of your favorites in the comments below!

40% off New Arrivals at Ann Taylor!

March 2018 Ann Taylor Spring Clothes

Striped Dress / Zipper Dress / Floral Dress / Ruffle Heels / Gold Block Heels / Tassel Earrings / Twisted Ring / Tie Sleeve Top / Scallop Sweater / Bell Sleeve Sweater / Pom Pom Sweater

You guys know how deep my love for Ann Taylor goes. I would say 75% of my work wardrobe is from the brand.. I might be a little biased since I worked for the company for three years, but I can really attest that it’s a brand with a great mission and excellent quality for the price — especially when it’s on sale! Their new arrivals for March just came out last week and it’s all already 40% off this weekend (through Monday). I highly recommend this shirtdress — it’s a stretchy material, like jersey but feels more expensive. I’ve already worn it twice to work since I bought it. I also got this scalloped sweater in the mail which will make for a great transition piece as we head into spring. I’m planning to shoot it along with these white wide leg pants over the weekend. But if there’s one thing that I’m most excited for, it’s these leopard block heeled pumps, which I know I’ll pretty much wear with everything. Happy Friday and happy sale shopping!