Ever mindful of my New Year's resolution to "buy less, but buy better," I'm limiting my spring shopping wishlist to six items that will mix well with what I already have and refresh staid basics with a welcome dose of colour. That's not to say I might not be tempted by an inexpensive statement necklace or a very good sale, but at this point I'll be more than happy with the pieces I've chosen above.
- Banana Republic gold button cardigan jacket ($110). Clearly I haven't gotten over my orange cardigan's untimely demise in a laundry accident last year, because now I'm craving a replacement. I like the luxe gold buttons and jacket-like style of this one.
- Kate Spade 'Bow Bridge Kennedy' bag ($445). I've already waxed poetic about all the reasons why I love this bag.
- Zara white sequinned collar ($29.90). The perfect trendy update for high-neckline dresses and crewneck sweaters.
- J. Crew no. 2 pencil skirt in double serge cotton ($134). I'm seriously considering a brightly hued cotton version of the wool pencil skirt I bought in December.
- Zara accordion pleat skirt ($79.90). Finally jumping on the pleated maxi skirt bandwagon with this gray number.
- J. Crew 'Bennett' chino ($91.90). I love the trend of brightly coloured jeans and skinny trousers this season, but the super-clingy denim legging-like fabrications used in a lot of them aren't very flattering on thick legs. Hopefully these ones are fitted without being too stretchy.
What's on your shopping list this spring?
I was definitely hinting at how much I loved your bag to David after we went to dinner on Friday, haha! I love the bold colours in your spring shopping list. I'm definitely looking to add more timeless, elegant prints to my closet and I want the pieces to either be super classic or would be standout pieces in a closet. In other words, no more impulse, fast fashion buys!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week and thanks again for bringing us out for a great meal (and introducing me to the delicious horchata water)! Play date for the boys soon ;)
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Yes, a play date for the boys is a must! ;)
DeleteI really like that green bag. It's a great color.
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Thanks! Gotta admit, the colour definitely cheers me up.
DeleteI'm planning on ordering that skirt in green! I have the wool version in purple and I L-O-V-E it.
ReplyDeleteI'm really trying to limit my spending, since I'll be in Glasgow in April and it looks like HK in November-so I'm trying to stick to a couple of things I absolutely NEED (another pencil skirt for when my wool one gets too warm, and a new black cardigan since mine has a hole!). I don't have a ton of work clothes, but enough to get me buy-I'm focusing more on casual weekend items now.
Another J. Crew pencil skirt fan! It's interesting how we both gravitate towards the brightly coloured ones.
DeleteNice find of the Zara collar! I almost bought a similar one from Topshop online, but was then discouraged by shipping + duties.
ReplyDeleteI tried J.Crew's Toothpick jean and they were surprisingly flattering (my legs are definitely not skinny). I would have bought them except I didn't want to carry a shopping bag to a show and figured I'd return for them later. Except I never made it back - bummer!
Thanks for the tip on J. Crew's Toothpick jean. I can't wait to try on a pair.
DeleteI love bright colors this season as well. I got an orange cardi from H&M that washed really well. : )
ReplyDeleteHmm I can't seem to find anything at H&M that I really love lately.
DeleteLoving brightly colored skinny jeans too! (Just bought a pair in red) I'm looking for the perfect maxi dress for Spring.
ReplyDeleteMaxi dresses are so pretty during the warmer seasons. Good luck with the search.
DeleteI could not agree with you more about the bag and the collar, they would be such perfect spring additions! I just noticed some shoots coming out today and it made me way too happy...I can't wait to start some much-needed spring shopping!
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Can't wait to see what you end up getting when you do go spring shopping.
DeleteI have the Kate Spade Kennedy bag in black with orange handles! I love it. :) Great picks.
ReplyDeleteGreat picks! I love the grey pleated skirt and i think it'll look fab on you. The sequined collar is showing up everywhere so that is a must.
ReplyDeleteMy list - well i already got pastel denim and mocs but I would LOVE a new casual bag in a popping colour (looking at Alexander wang mustard yellow duffel or maybe finally jump on a balenciaga in a bright hue). Pleated skirt and cropped bra top.