3 Ways & Shopping Tips

Hello darlings,

 

Another blog post for you! This outfit was my end of finals outfit. In this blog, I'm showing how you can wear the same top and bottoms three different ways. Lots of fun. I also wanted an outfit I could pair my new slouchy, super soft Roots tee with. Yay. 

 

 

 Here, its Roots - $9.80 on Sale

Pants - F21, $27.80

Necklace - F21 Online , $1.50

Shoes - F21, $19.80

 This is the necklace up close, I love it. It was so cheap, and its a fabulous colour. It's length is also great too, because you can pair it up with a longer piece if you want to layer.

 Favourite flats. Leopard Print.

 This second look includes a black blazer instead, and makes it a bit more polished. The blazer is from H&M and cost $35. Not too bad for a blazer.

 

This third look as my favourite and the one I ultimately chose for the day. The top was just tucked in, and I added a skinny brown faux leather belt from H&M that was only $5. It was paired with the flats, but also looked great with my faux leather brown boots from Old Navy.

You can really do a lot with a few key items. A blazer to dress it up, a belt to dress it down or nothing to make it perfect for lounging. The important thing to remember is to mix and match, and to be mindful when shopping.

Here are some shopping tips:
1. Always go out with a particular item in mind and try to stick to it.
2. If you find something fabulous, get it. If it is on sale, definitely get it.
3. Try things on. If it doesn't fit, DO NOT BUY IT.
4. Make sure it goes with something you already own. Unless, of course, you plan to buy a whole outfit. But even in that case, make sure you can mix it with other pieces in your closet.
5. I try to get rid of one item for every two items I bring into my closet.
6. Go with a friend who is reasonable and will stop you from making impulse purchases.
7. Check the return policies. If your not sure about something or don't have time to try it on, make sure you read or ask about their policy. A lot of stores only offer 14 day returns, and more and more are becoming exchange or store credit only. Just be aware of this.
8. Attempt to use cash, when your set aside cash is gone - your done shopping. This will prevent you from buying things you don't need.

And thats all for today!
Happy mindful shopping !