Stir Crazy on Day 14

Your Fancy Notecards, $4.99

So I knew I was teetering close to the edge when I contemplated buying $9 plaid tops at Wal-Mart on a grocery run this weekend...I am on Day #14 and what is the hardest day so far.

But then I hit UrbanOutfitters.com on my daily internet fashion fix (since I am staying verrrry far from the mall) and discovered their under $5 sale. Yep, under $5. 3 pages of items under $5.

It's a very sad day, because I would have filled my shopping cart with not only the cute as a button notecard above, but these sweet finds as well:

rosary necklace, $4.99

wildlife plate, $4.99

Christian Siriano and Motocross; Day 3 (sigh)

I am in love with all things Christian Siriano (Project Runway Season 4 winner). I wanted to wear everything he made, especially the fantastic motocross jeans that were about 5 seasons ahead of their time.

Now they are everywhere, I'm happy to report, and should be a huge staple come fall. I can't wait though...and I just found my dream pair at Martin + Osa. Great wash, side zippers (at the waist and the legs!!) and fantastic detailing...I can't wait to try them on!

At $99.50, they aren't too steep for what I am sure will be my go to pair of jeans for at least 2 seasons!

http://www.martinandosa.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat160013&productId=1460_5189

30 Day Detox

In response to the economy, an upcoming $250 GMAT for grad school, a dying TV that will soon need to be replaced, a sudden desperate need for a kitchen table, and a looming credit card bill, I have decided to commence a 30-day retail detox. No clothes, no jewelry, no shoes. For 30 days. It. Will. Be. Hell.

So as a precaution for my sanity during this detox, I have decided to blog what I want to buy instead of actually buying it. At the end of the 30 days it will be my catalog of sorts to go back and purchase what I really, really want. Well 

some of it anyway.

Day #1

I am fanatic about Forever 21's new line, Love 21, made with a more "modern" cut (read: not nearly as tight as that stuff they try to pass off as "slouchy") and made with better materials.

It's only available in a few stores, so check the website to find one close to you!

http://www.forever21.com

Some of my favorites:

Water Lily Woven Skirt, $15.80

Such a deal and a great piece for right now and fall...even into winter with a long slouchy cardigan? yes please!

Serenity Knit Jumper, $22.90

A slightly more doable and grown up version of this summer's romper...and I am obsessed with gray right now.

Isis Spiral Dress, $27.80

My absolute favorite...I know it will be too short for me so I have to love it from afar.