If you’re a regular reader of my fashion Friday posts, you know I’m in the midst of a super hard but fun fashion challenge, the 15:30. I’m wearing the same fifteen pieces of clothing all month and not buying a single stitch of clothing until October. But that means a ton of accessorizing! So I have allowed myself to buy a number of fabulous new accessories.
Yesterday my neighbor had a Stella and Dot jewelry trunk show. I recently learned of their stylish accessories from my fashionable friend Susan, so I was eager to go check out the offerings. I first perused their website and saw that they are indeed pricier than my jewelry standby, Premier Designs. But their look is significantly more modern and hip.
I took some video but unfortunately the first half didn’t come out. You can see in the photo above the necklace I ended up buying, as well as the gray flower brooch to go with it. It can be worn at several different lengths, with and without either of the two brooches. I consider that kind of versatility a good investment.
Also this week I bought this gorgeous multi-color two strand necklace…on clearance at Target!
And I got these super hot black suede booties on super clearance too…no idea why they aren’t marked down online yet. Plus a few earrings, some pink rain boots, a polka dot umbrella (it was monsooning here due to Tropical Storm Hermine when I bought this stuff!) and a purple cloche. Yeah, I was thinking accessories! My friend Pam, the Accessory Whore, would be so proud.
And now that I’m on a roll with buying belts again…I found a stunning Michael Kors leopard fur belt on Rue La La that I decided to splurge a bit on.
So there you have it. I haven’t actually saved any money yet during this 15:30 challenge, but my focus has definitely shifted. I definitely feel more pulled together when I’m dressed for the day in something from my now tiny wardrobe, because I put extra effort into the shoes and jewels, etc.
Have you recently splurged on a pricier clothing or jewelry item that you consider to be a good investment?