Cute Finds

As you know, I went to Target yesterday morning. Natalie had posted a cute picture of shoes she found there, thus I made sure to browse their shoes. They have some super cute stuff right now.

These are the original pair that made me want to check them out. They come in black and this tanish beige.

These are probably my favorite. Come on, how cute are they?

And hello, color of spring! At these prices you can't afford not to get all three pairs.

Now let's talk about my other favorite store. I'm sure it seems as though I post frequently about TJMaxx finds, but since there really aren't many options of places in town to shop (most of my shopping is done online), I can frequently browse those few places and score some really good deals. Yesterday there was one Lilly Pulitzer scarf left, some Kate Spade large pearl earrings and some Chloe sunnies.

I adored this gold Kate Spade bag, but I didn't really like the fit of it over my shoulder. I am very picky and if the straps were a little bit longer I would have taken it home with me.

This Kate Spade clutch was fantastic, but I passed on it, too. I'm sure at some point I will wish that I had gotten it.

Using a red clutch with an outfit is one of my favorite ways to accessorize. Michael Kors knew what he was doing when he designed this little baby.

And now for the best part for one of you! I could not pass up getting this Catherine Malandrino tunic, even though it does not fit me. It is a size 10, but I think it would fit anywhere from a size 6-10. Make me an offer and it will go in the mail to you asap!

The new boutique in town posted a Facebook album full of their Valentine's Day gift picks for their followers to see. I think this necklace will be perfect for the spring and summer. 

On another note, I have become slightly obsessed with the top knot aka party bun. Megan does a good job explaining how to create one--super simple. I find that I always have to tease mine with a comb once it is in the ponytail, just because I have soft/fine hair. You'll understand what I mean when you watch her video. The day I took this picture mine was slightly messy.

Have a great Tuesday!

New Collection

After the huge Missoni for Target sensation that swept across the nation, rumors whirled as to who the store would be partnering with for their next Designers Collaborations collection. Jason Wu was announced as their pick, which left his fans beyond excited as they looked forward to possibly owning a piece of his work for a reasonable price. Pictures and prices of the full collection were published yesterday, and I must say that I am thoroughly looking forward to heading to Target on February 5, 2012, the day they hit stores.

The ten different handbags in the collection look well-structured and come in polished-looking cream and black, as well as more girlish prints. Fabric-wise, there's a nice mix of solids, stripes, florals, lace and a cute black-cat pattern that shows up on a scarf and a tote bag. -Global Grind

So classic and simple, these three tops are among my favorite items. And the lace skirt, and the black pleats...

Hello pretty trench, I think I like you a lot.

The dresses are light and feminine. Stripes and dots? Yes, please. For the price, they just cannot be beat.

A girl can never have too many handbags. This clutch needs to belong in my closet.

Prices range from $19.99 to $59.99, which is not too bad for a piece of designer (for Target) clothing. What do you think about it? Click here to see the complete collection.



Cyber Monday + Wants

That famous day dubbed Black Friday got nothing out of me. I refuse to fight the crowds to get a few good deals. Maybe when I have kids it will be different, but this girl would rather shop online. I did participate in the great day called Cyber Monday. I scored a few good deals, purchasing these few items from Ruche for myself. I liked the top shirt to wear under a cardi, the copper one to wear casually with jeans, and I'm hoping the skirt is cute for my Christmas cocktail party and doesn't look cheapy.

Upcoming wedding? Yes, we have two in the next three weeks. This is our one weekend home this month. Please someone order this Tibi dress for me and mail it to my house.

I'm toying with the idea of ordering this Tibi blouse. By the time you read this I might or might not have made the purchase. Hum...

I still want this DVF scarf. Rather, this pattern in anything. Santa, are you listening?

 I have some birthday money and cannot decide what should be my splurge! I really want a gold watch that can be worn alone or with bangles. Dr. Ash and I are doing a little Christmas shopping this weekend, so hopefully I can look at a few things for myself, too.

Shopping Tips

It seems to me that though prices are constantly going up, salaries are staying the same. Rarely do I ever pay full price for clothing. Aren't you all for saving a buck or two? I've put together a few little shopping tips that I thought you might enjoy.

1. Do not be scared to shop in the Internet. I've heard lots of people say that they would rather be able to try clothing on in person. Yes, that is true, but you can often times get better deals online. If there is something you are dying to have, try in on in person and then look for it on the Internet.

2. Decide what you want to spend your money on. Is the latest trend really worth $300 a shirt? If you are going to spend that kind of money, spend it on something that is timeless, classic and will last many seasons. For the more trendy styles that won't last very long, visit stores like F21 and H&M.

3. Read clothing labels. Think polyester vs. rayon vs. silk.

4. There are lots of sites that will email you daily alerts of sales on brands that you enjoy. My Perfect Sale is one that I like.

5. ShopStyle is a great site that allows you to search for a certain item. I find it much easier to navigate than other similar sites. It also lets you create collages similar to Polyvore.

6. Thrift stores, consignment shops, garage sales and flea markets often have hidden treasures.

7. Retailers like TJMaxx and Marshalls sell name-brand clothing. Sometimes you have to dig a little, but I guarantee there is lots of good stuff to be found. This past week I saw Lilly Pulitzer pajamas, Jack Rogers sandals, Kate Spade earrings and Charles by Charles David heels.

8. RE-SELL your items. Take clothing to consignment stores. Or better yet, sell it yourself online.

a. Ebay is always a good option, even though you have to pay fees. Be willing to start your price out low to increase your chances of a sale.

b. Bonanza is another site similar to Ebay, but there are no fees.

c. Smashion is a site that has a Market as wells as Forums to discuss fashion. There are no fees.

9. Don't be afraid to shop on these sites. Check measurements and read the fine print from sellers. There are tons of good deals waiting to be found.

10. Sell clothing online in other forms--have a blog sale. Click here for J. Crew selling/looking for posts and here for Lilly Pulitzer items. There are many other online closets, too.

11. Payment for selling items online usually requires a Paypal account. This money can either be transferred into your bank account or you can use it to shop at numerous stores online. ShoeMall, chickdowntown.com, Ruelala, Hautelook, PurseLadyToo, Preppy Outlet, Amazon, Smart Bargains, and Overstock all accept Paypal.

12. Shop sample sale sites for great deals on all sorts of items. Ruelala, Gilt, Hautelook, Beyond the Rack, Zulily (great for moms and kids), and No More Rack (offers 8 deals a day) are among them.

13. Use Ebates!! We're talking cash back from where it pays to shop online!! Before you make any purchases online go here to see if they accept Ebates. Be sure to go through Ebates for Ebay, too.

If any of you have other sites to add to the ones above, please be sure to post a comment. Happy (bargain) shopping!