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How To: 31 Day No Shopping Challenge

August 1, 2017

I mentioned in my Life Lately post that I would be embarking on a No Shopping Challenge for the month of August. For some people that doesn’t sound that hard. I mean, lots of people go several months without buying new items, but that’s not the case for me. I may be a big sale…

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Tagged: budget, challenge, no shopping

Off the Beaten Path in Rome: Biking the Appian Way

July 23, 2017

If you find yourself in Rome wanting to come face to face with ancient history, the obvious landmarks come to mind: the Colosseum and the Forum. And they are quite spectacular. Must see sights, for sure. But if you want to get a taste of Roman history without the hassle of crowds, or perhaps you…

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14 Comments / Filed In: Travel
Tagged: budget, italy

Amazon Haul + Tips for Shopping Asian Retailers

May 14, 2017

It’s no secret that Amazon and I have a special relationship. It’s the first site I go to when I need to order almost anything, but especially clothes. I love that I can get name brands and discount items from the same place, and Prime shipping is life. Lately I’ve been wanting to expand my work…

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6 Comments / Filed In: Fashion
Tagged: amazon, budget, fall, spring, summer, work

Budget Amazon Swimsuit Review

February 12, 2017

I am sooo looking forward to spring and summer, and possibly a beach vacation. What I am not looking forward to, is wearing one of my old bikinis. I don’t really know how to explain it, but I’m just over them. I’m tired of worrying about the strings coming untied, feeling like I have no…

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Tagged: amazon, budget, review, summer, swim

Winter Wedding Linkup

January 23, 2017

I LOVE winter weddings. So much. Because I actually had a winter wedding myself! New Year’s Eve 2011, to be precise. Luckily Virginia weather cooperated with us and it was in the high 60s, so there were no frostbitten toes or red noses. When Ada of Elegance and Mommyhood asked about continuing our seasonal wedding…

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Tagged: budget, dressy, floral, linkup, wedding, winter

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I've never made a meme before but couldn't resist I've never made a meme before but couldn't resist 😂 Did you guys hear the story behind Bernie's mittens? They're made from old sweaters and lined with fleece from recycled water bottles! ♻️ Swipe to read more about who made them and why 🧤 #sustainablefashion #countdowntofriday
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Feeling like a million bucks in this perfect condi Feeling like a million bucks in this perfect condition vintage suede and wool coat I got at the Goodwill bins 😝 It's THE winter vacation coat if you ask me ❄️ Since you pay by the pound at the bins, this stunner cost about $5 😱 As a matter of fact, most of my outfit is secondhand: Brooks Brothers turtleneck, J. Crew jeans, and Coach purse via the thrift, and Kenneth Cole suede boots from Mercari 🏷️ Now heading home from a wonderful ski weekend in Beaver Creek 🎿 #secondhandstyle #countdowntofriday
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9 years ago we were on our honeymoon in Iceland 🇮🇸 I just had to download this image off of Facebook (hence the low quality!) to post because this coat is thrifted 😂 I still have this coat and need to wear it more! It's a simple, long houndstooth coat. I found it at a big flea market in Florence when I was studying abroad for 25 euro. Once a thrifter, always a thrifter 😝 #secondhandstyle #countdowntofriday
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Serving up this silk blend cardigan sweater with f Serving up this silk blend cardigan sweater with fringe detail that I got for $2.50 at the thrift 🤑 Definitely needs a good lint roll but when you're WFH who cares 🤷🏻‍♀️ if you could see my whole outfit there would be straight leg high rise jeans and super cozy wool socks 🧦 #wfhootd #countdowntofriday
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I couldn't do a great job of 'styling' this cart b I couldn't do a great job of 'styling' this cart because it was so full of stuff for me and to sell 🙈 But there's Athleta, Hunter, Melanzana (a Colorado based outdoor brand), Patagonia, Eileen Fisher, Brooks Brothers, vintage, and more 🛒 the thrift haul is still live in my stories for a few more hours if you'd like to see it all 🛍️ #thriftshopping #countdowntofriday
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