Confessions of a shopaholic

The look on my boyfriend's face when I try and explain to him how irritating it is when you order 2 bathing suits online and they don't fit right... bless his heart. I don't know what was more hilarious, the fact that he just didn't understand the struggle of it or the fact that he was in shock I needed more bathing suits when I live in WA, a state where its more common to see rain than sunshine. He ended the conversation by telling me I'm a shopaholic and I need shopping anonymous. Which is slightly true... but in my defense, I'm a bargain shopper so my shopping sprees never exceed $75. That's fair right?

That was besides the point, but it did inspire this blog post for me. Today is all about my shopping confessions.

1. I shop when I'm upset. Just like when people go to the gym or eat ice cream I turn to shopping.

2. I love a good bargain. I pride myself on finding versatile pieces that look expensive or extravagant for a deal.

3. I shop because I am constantly inspired by the smallest details i.e. the sky, the color of some one's nail polish, a TV show for the 90's, magazines, etc

4. I like the idea of options, if a certain piece doesn't work here it will work there.

5. I only shop after all my bills have been paid and there's money left over. I could be better at saving, but hey what's the point of working hard if I can't spend it? :)

Outfit Details|| Crop Top (forever 21) || High waisted shorts: (forever 21) || Converse Chucks - Converse Outlet kids size || Plaid Shirt: Boyfriend's closet (similar) || Yellow Ray bans: Gift 

xoxo

photos by: Amanda St. Louis

Summertime Sunshine

Hi dolls! Wow, I didn't realize it's been weeks since I've uploaded a new blog! So many changes that it feels like its only been two days. Let me just give you the run down of the last 6 weeks...

My new position at work is such a challenge! I love learning new things but at the same time, it is completely out of my comfort zone to not know nor understand what is going on! It's frustrating and fabulous all at the same time. I will not be in a rut with my job for quite a while..

I've recently moved into my own place and let me tell you, decorating and setting up your own personal space is so time consuming and expensive! But I am in love with my new place and my room mate is my best friend! How convenient it is to just have her one room away. :) This was probably the biggest hold up on my blog. I think we have finally settled in...

And of course my new puppy!! Who is like a child... he so playful and friendly, he tires me out before I get a chance to tire him out. He'll make appearances throughout my blog. :)

My Threads: Skirt - Charlotte Russe  (similar)|| Sandals - Nordstroms Rack || Top - H&M || Headband & Jewelry - Forever 21

Here's to the best summer of our lives! :) xoxo

photos by: Tommy Tran

Dare to bare a little skin

I love shopping just as much as the next girl, but I love it even more when I'm inspired to take something old and revamp it with a twist. In today's outfit, I took this adorable maxi I purchased when I was in California, and just shortened it to make it a maxi skirt. Paired it with a loose white tee and popped on a vest to keep it casual.

Something about docks and sunset -- I found this hidden dock while running a new route this morning and it is just so quiet and serene, I fell in love.

Outfit Details: White t-shirt: Victoria Secret (Here) || Vest: Forever 21 (here)|| Maxi Dress: Forever 21 (this or this)|| Jewelry: Macy's || Sandals: Nordstroms (similar)

Photos by : Tommy Tran