I haven’t done one of these posts in a while. I worked really hard at shopping less this year and only got a few items here and there. After my last massive closet, I finally let go of some pieces I was holding on to for no reason. I allowed myself to get a few basics I wanted to fill some holes that were left in my closet. It was so tempted to just order this or that because it was cute. I ended up making a lot of returns and also learned not to feel guilty. I don’t want to be crazy shopping all the time but I also want to enjoy something new if I need or want it.
I am loving bodysuits right now, I have a short and long sleeves in black and I wear them a lot. I wanted a third one with a different neckline, this v-neck wrap style was perfect. It’s pretty affordable too and they always have a sale going on. I got this turtleneck tee specially for my trip to New York later this month, I figure this is a classic style that will not go out of style and I can use it for future trips.
These sheer bodysuits by Spanx are not for everyone but hear me out. They are great to layer with bralette for a night out look. They are also perfect to layer under sleeveless clothes. I was looking for something similar for a while, once I noticed that Spanx made them, I did not hesitate because I knew although they are thin, they would be durable. I got a small and they fit me like a glove. The polka dot one is so fun.
I love this knit camo bomber I got a while ago, I wore it a lot in New Orleans because it was slightly cooler there. I really wanted a more subtle version that would be more versatile, that I could potentially wear to work. This came in black and camel, I did order both but only kept the camel. They do run large, the small is perfect and I can easily add layers under it.
Now I looked high and low for a black faux leather and faux suede camel jacket. I haven’t shopped at Macy’s in ages and randomly stumbled there and found these two. I must have tried 10 different jackets before finding these. They are on super sale right now and are also available in non petite versions (here & here). If you are over 5’4 you are in luck because the regular sizes come in a lot more colors. They have limited colors for petites.
I do have a classic pair of black booties but it is flat and I wanted an affordable heeled version that would be dressier. This pair is under $200 and a classic (c/o I got it through my partnership with Shopbop). I’ve had a pair of Vince slip on sneakers for 2 years now and the snake-print caught me eyes, I didn’t get it right away. No it wasn’t a piece that I needed, but I couldn’t it get it out of my head. Normally when I see something I like but don’t need, usually after a week or less I forget all about it. Not this time though, I kept on going back to look at it. I had a couple of Nordstrom notes so I used them towards this purchase. I wore it the very first day I got it in the mail. I really like that print, it’s way more fun than my black pair.
My big purchase was kinda sorta planned. I admired these Chanel sling-backs for the longest and wanted them so badly. They were sold out, I considered buying a gently used version but didn’t pull the trigger because most of them were price higher than retail. I ended up getting this knock off version and they confirmed how much I loved this style. While in New Orleans, my friend was looking for a nice coat for an upcoming trip and I recommended we go to Saks that was across the street. She was looking around and I found myself naturally in the shoe section and decided to try the Chanel flats to figure out my size (that’s another pair that I always wanted). When I picked up the classic two tone flats I noticed these sling-backs and could not believe my eyes. The rest is history. They surprisingly ran big for me, in European sizes I’m always a 38 but had to size down to a 37 in these.
I haven’t worn them yet, I am getting them resoled first. I started doing that with all my nice shoes so that they can last me even longer.
Not sure when I’ll do a post like this again to be honest, maybe in another 3 months or more. I do want to share this post with you for when you are considering going shopping. I kept all my receipts from my latest purchases, if after a few days I felt like I made an impulse buy then I just returned that item. This time I did ok, all my returns were mostly fit related, I ordered a lot of similar pieces and only kept the best. I did randomly order a pair of white jeans, once they came in the mail, I realized that I didn’t need them. I already have a nice pair of white jeans that I don’t even wear all that often.
I now totally follow the advice in the post that I shared above, when I feel the need to shop I try to spend some time in my closet and try on my existing clothes. If you’re wondering, it is not lost on me that I only purchase black and camel things. I didn’t realize that until after I put this together.
Have a great weekend! The weekly newsletter will be out on Sunday morning.
I got a pair of black booties similar to these in Paris second hand but they looked brand new. Oh and those Channel sling backs wow. I would be afraid to wear them. They are are gorgeous!! Yes get them resoled for sure.
Allie of
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Awesome picks dear. Loving these items for edgy look. Can’t go wrong with the classics, like the leather or suede moto jacket.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Loved this post! It was fun to see your carefully selected items, and also kinda fun that they are all black and camel. It’s smart anyway when you’re trying to shop less and have a smaller closet to have things that all go together, so this color scheme is great. So excited for you that you got your dream shoes! Also, I thought it was interesting that you mentioned your white jeans! I have noticed the same thing about myself. I used to wear mine a lot more! Lately I’m not that interested. Go figure.
Gina || On the Daily Express
All of these purchases are such great staples, and what beautiful shoes! Black and camel is so classic!
Rachael
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