WHAT IS YOUR GENERAL SHOPPING PHILOSOPHY?

I almost always choose budget items or if it's a more expensive piece that I want, I will wait patiently for a sale or scour listings on eBay to see if I can find it for less. My rule is to never pay full price for items over $50

HOW DO YOU DECIDE TO INVEST IN A SPLURGE? WHERE WOULD YOU RATHER SAVE?

I have to be able to justify the cost per wear - my Michael Kors watch was a splurge item (even though I got it on sale), but it's a piece I've worn almost every day for the last 2 years, so it was a purchase that made sense for me. I know most people say to invest in shoes, but I have the worst luck with my kids stepping on my toes and getting my heels stuck in cracks on the sidewalk. But a woman who works in an office everyday probably would want to pay more for comfortable classic pumps. It all comes down to your lifestyle and what you need/will use the most.



MOST-BELOVED SPLURGE.

My J. Crew Cocoon Coat - because I live in upstate NY, our winters are really hard and long so a good quality coat is important. I did buy it on sale (of course), however it was still over $100. But, I wore it so much last winter that it easily made it worth the investment, plus I know I will have it for years to come.

FAVORITE STEAL.

So hard to pick just one! Probably my white H&M blazer, which I bought on sale for $20 - I've had it for over 2 years and wear it constantly. It's one of my favorite ways to dress up a casual look.





MOST REGRETTABLE BUY

So many times I've gotten sucked in by the J. Crew sales and I end up buying pieces I don't really "need" just because it's J. Crew & the price is so great. I've ended up either returning these or reselling them on Poshmark - it's something I've learned my lesson from and I'm trying to make more thoughtful purchases now so this doesn't happen.

WHAT DOES YOUR FALL WISHLIST LOOK LIKE?

I am determined to find the perfect riding boots this year - I tried and tried last fall, but didn't want to settle for something ill-fitting or uncomfortable. I would also love to add a few more leather pieces to my wardrobe - a cognac jacket and little shift dress are on my wish list.



Outfit Details: Navy Striped, Neon Coral, Winter Florals, Polished Casual