Sweater: Dorothy Perkins/Top: Forever 21/Jeans: Gap/Boots: Dillard’s/ Necklace: INPink/ Purse: Gift from Paris |
Notice the Starbucks cup? It was 17 degrees out when we took these photos. Apparently neither snow, rain or below freezing temperatures will stop me from blogging. Literally on within two days the weather had changed from being 73 to the next day the high being 17. I love Kansas. Just love it.
During this month of no shopping I have really dug into my closet and found pieces that I struggle with styling or just plain flat don’t really wear that much. This elbow patch sweater is from a order last year with Dorothy Perkins and I never wear it because I have a hard time making it seem new and exciting every time I wear it. The cold actually forced me to layer and I am pretty happy with the result.
This whole month while not shopping, I have realized just how much I think about shopping. I think about when I have time to shop, where I can shop to save money (ironic), etc. During that time that I normally spend as a “break” from school and do some recreational shopping I have put towards personal projects or just resting. I am so glad that I decided to do this early on in the semester, taking a step back has been so good for me.
The challenge is over in a few days (Yay! Spring clothes!) and I’ll have a few more reflections but if you ever feel like you aren’t being as productive or need to step back; I really encourage you to take a no shopping challenge. You will be more appreciative of what you have and really be more productive.
Always Maylee
I can't believe you are almost done with your month of no shopping. I'm so impressed! Love your casual outfit. And your bag is so cute!
xo, Yi-chia
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Carly
That sweater is too cute, I love the elbow patches!
And I'm super impressed by your month of no shopping!
Carly
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Jenny / Rocknrollerr
you look lovely! Like the boots!
X Jenny
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Citrus - Refreshing Fashion
omg cute outfit!!! <3 that bag!
XO Meghan
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CP and KW
the filter on these photos is great and you look adorable!
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LyddieGal
shopping has just sort of become my weekend activity. If I didn't go shopping, I would do… what?
I'm not sure how you let a cute white cable sweater become an ignored piece in your closet – but I suppose if your average winter day is in the 70's that makes sense. If it were 73 right now I'd be running around barelegged in a little dress with a light jacket. Or maybe even that sweater over a tulle skirt.
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Sofia Donatelli
Love your weekend look.
If you get a sec, check out my latest post 'Elegant in Oxblood'.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sofia
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Anna @ IHOD
Girl, those elbow batches are the shiz!! Love this look, and I must say, your hair is beautiful!!
Lily Marek
So cute! I love the elbow patches!
Ana Carneiro
Love it! That kind of sweater is right up my alley and the boots are super nice =)
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Eat Live Love
Cute!! I love sweaters with elbow patches! 🙂
Jessica Gitler
i thought of not shopping in Feb … but that was all it was … just a thought …. I am terrible!!! way to go, and I just love this sweater layered like that!!
Jess
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Lily EBVS
I love the sweater over that plaid — with the bag and boots, it's a perfect look.
–Lily
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countrygirlcityfashion
This outfit – seriously, it's perfect. I love the look of sweaters layered over button downs, and with the boots and jeans, this outfit is so put together and beautiful.
charmeuse
like your set 😉
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TaraMixandMatch
Such adorable layering, and I LOVE your boots!!
Jeans and a Teacup
For some reason I just love elbow patches! Although I don't own any pieces myself. I've been on a semi no spending money on clothes freeze this month…haha. That doesn't mean I don't go out "shopping", I just try not to buy anything which is torture! I don't know why I'm doing that to myself….
~Jessica
Underground Ladies
I Loooove this twist with the shirt and the knit sweater ! Have a nice week end xx
The Marcy Stop
Love that sweater and esp how you styled it here! Sometimes the forgotten items floating in the back of your closet can yield the best results!
xL
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Beth
adore the boots and the sweater!
xoxo..beth
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Love and Ace
I can't imagine it being that cold, LA girl here – but I love your winter style! x, Kat
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Mirror of Fashion
Great look. LOVE your hair!
Kiara Johnson
Every thing about this look is perfect,right from your hair to your shoes.You look picture perfect dear.
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