Hi guys! Hope you had a great Memorial weekend, I got a lot done but I also had a little bit of fun. This month I feel like I had a good balance of basics and fun pieces. Some items I ordered from all the Memorial sales are still not here yet, so I will cover those in June. In June I am doing a “no shopping” challenge, I’m saying it here to keep myself accountable but I’m a little scared lol. I feel like I’m in a really good space “closet-wise”, so for now I just want to enjoy the items I already have. So let’s do this.
Progress
1- J.Crew midnight floral skirt: Monthly I always check out J.Crew‘s new arrivals, you guys know by now that I have tons and love J.Crew skirts so this one was a no brainer. It’s a bit dressier than I thought it would be but that’s ok because I can do so much with that skirt.
2- Loft lace skirt: I didn’t want to get that skirt at first, because I got the black and blue version last year. But I kept on going back and forth about it, thankfully I was able to snatch it on major sale. I plan on wearing it to work, but also paired with a barcelona cami and heels. Now I just need a hot date!
3- Ann Taylor shirt-dress, in pink: I was only planning on keeping one, but when I saw how well it fitted me proof here. I decided to keep both, and I had to restrain myself from getting this one.
4- Express fitted stripe sweater: After seeing this classic stripe sweater on Gina, I decided to grab it during the Express sale. It fits perfect and they have it in solid colors too.
5- Express twill jacket: I own this one in blue worn here so during the weekend I picked up this one at 40% off.
6- J.Crew embroidered shorts: This is another regular I always get from J.Crew, their embroidered shorts are always so cute and I get so much use out of them during the Summer. This one is the prettiest by far, I worn it over the weekend with my pink barcelona cami.
7- Express knit & crepe tee: I got these this weekend as well at Express, they are just a tad dressier than a regular tee because of the crepe material. They are a nice alternative when I want to be semi-dressy. They come in tons of other colors too but I only got the grey and neutral.
8- Gap resolution denim: I am in love with this line of denim from Gap, IN LOVE! This color is so awesome, I am wearing them in black here. The fit is the exact same in all colors.
9- Tory Burch crescent bag: This is my second Tory bag and I love it. From the color to the discreet logo, this is one I will cherish forever. Wearing it in this post.
10- Cole Haan slip-ons: I’ve been pining for black slip-ons for months, I’m very happy I waited because these are just perfect. I was also able to get them for over 50% off at the Cole Haan outlet, that is now online as well.
11- Tory Burch leather sandals: I was looking for a plain leather pair of sandals and these are so perfect. Wearing them here.
12- I gave my jewelry box a little makeover, I’ve seen Gina wear so many cute necklaces from Express that I had to pick up a few.
Gifted
Thanks to a giftcard provided by Kicks USA, I got the Nike Airmax 2015. One of my favorite running/training shoes.
Plan for next month
NOT SHOP! I’m going to put my blinders on and try not to buy anything in June wish me luck.
See my wishlist, dreamlist and Wardrobe Tracking Spring/Summer 2015 boards on Pinterest.
Goals:
- Quality over quantity
- Shop less at fast fashion stores. (Check out this article The Myth of the Maxxinista)
- Avoid duplicate items
Statement pieces:
- J.Crew Geo print mini skirt
- Express minus the leather jacket in red
- F21 drapey Kimono
- AG x Alexa Chung Ruffle Dress
- J.Crew Stripe skirt
- 3 Express Portofino (1, 2, 3)
- 2 Express Barcelona cami (1, 2)
- Loft stripe pants
- NEW J.Crew midnight floral skirt
- NEW Loft lace skirt
- NEW J.Crew embroidered shorts
- NEW Gap resolution denim
Basics:
- J.Crew stripe tee
- J.Crew pull-on shorts
- J.Crew stripe dress
- J.Crew floral pull-on shorts
- Gap black distressed jeans
- Express stripe tunic
- Loft black romper
- J.Crew drapey skirt
- Express Portofino with shadow stripes
- Ann Taylor Blazer
- DL1961 Jeans
- LNA white tee (not so basic)
- NEW Ann Taylor pink shirt dresses
- NEW Ann Taylor white eyelet shirt dresses
- NEW Express fitted stripe sweater
- NEW Express twill jacket
- NEW Express knit & crepe tee
Bags:
Accessories:
- Illesteva Leonard silver mirrored sunglasses
- Prada gradient aviators
- Ann Taylor floral pom pom scarf
- Alex & Ani initial bracelet
- NEW Express necklaces
- NEW CCO three layered necklace
Shoes:
- Louise & Cie Pumps
- Stuart Weitzman Nouveau Pumps
- Vince Camuto Norida Nude Patent Pumps
- NEW Tory Burch Lexington sandal
- NEW Target sandals (1, 2, 3)
- NEW Cole Haan slip-ons
Ordered and Returned:
- Express cami (didn’t like it on me)
- Express trapeze stripe dress (I felt meh about it)
- Ann Taylor chambray stripe flare dress (pretty dress I just wasn’t crazy about it)
Purged/Sold on eBay:
- 10 Express portofino shirts
- 1 Express floral skirt
- 1 Phillip Lim for Target satchel
- 7 pairs of shoes
- 3 purses
Gifted or C/O items:
- Alice + Olivia flare white skirt
- Jack Purcell for Converse white leather sneakers
- Michael Kors silver watch
- Swell Caroline tassel
- Nashelle ring
- Nashelle bangle
- NEW Nike Airmax 2015
Linking with Franish.
Go here to see previous Wardrobe tracking posts.
That J.Crew skirt is amazing…I really wanted the top in that print but of course it was excluded from the promo over the weekend.
Love those two skirts you got!!
Cant wait to see how you style on your new stuff! Love that black bag!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
You scored some awesome pieces- and eek, a no shopping month! You can do it, girlfriend!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Good luck with the no shopping! One month…how hard can it be? 😉 I love that Tory Burch bag!
26 and Not Counting
Wooops! Looks like I’ve been a bad influence but you made such great choices. I have no doubt you’ll get a ton of use out of these pieces. I should probably join you in trying to put the blinders on for June after the Memorial Day damage. Let’s stay strong together!
Gina | On the Daily
Express
Yay I need the support 🙂
You scored some great pieces. I can’t wait to see how you style the two skirts and those cute shorts.
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Great pieces, love that white lace skirt I can’t believe I missed it. Good luck with your no shopping challenge, you can do it!
I think you got some great pieces! I love the white eyelet dress the most. Good luck with your shopping ban in june. I probably need one too, haha.
Chic on the Cheap
I love your wardrobe tracking posts! I’m also trying to shop for quality over quantity and sticking to my wish list. Good luck in June!!
Love that shirt dress! It seems like it would be perfect for summer!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
i LOVE that white skirt. it needs to be on my summer list. I was on vacation for a week so I am slowly getting caught up with everyone! Elle Sees
These are all such great pieces! You have a really good eye! I love those J.Crew shorts the most!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Great round-up! I need to try a shopping freeze for a month. June might be a good month since the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is in July – and I can’t resist that!
Lisa
Daily Style Finds
Love the skirts you got!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
I love that fancy J Crew embroidered skirt! What a grew piece! I’m on a no shopping spree right now too. I moved recently, and realized that I literally have enough clothes to last the rest of my life. It was terrifying.
https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com
This is great! Love this list. I’ll have one of each please.
I’m so tempted to snag those embroidered J.Crew shorts. I love the crepe ones from last year.
You’re going to have that bag for the rest of your life. It’s stunning!
http://bedknobsandbaubles.com/
Love love the Loft dresses! So adorable. I am trying to be good too right now. But it is SO hard!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
I’m loving both of the skirts you ordered! I’m supposed to be on a shopping ban in June, but Old Navy hit me with $20 super cash that I can use May 30-June 6th…so…there goes that!
The J.Crew skirt is beautiful, I hope you get a lot of wear out of it. The contrast stitching is what makes the piece I think. When I picked up a bomber jacket last fall I was reluctant, thinking it wouldn’t really work – but it turns out they’re great layering pieces without the bulk in the warmer months! I look forward to seeing how you style it. Cheers!
http://www.citronetlimon.wordpress.com
I’m down with the June no shopping challenge! Geesh this is going to be hard. 🙂
xoxo,
Melissa
http://www.melissachanel.com