Something Old, TWO Something New’s

It’s officially March and I’m two months into this little New Years resolution. I’m doing pretty good — not perfect — but damn near close. 

I had a slip while I was on vacation in Florida. In my defense, I did not pack properly. I crammed plenty of swim suits and workout clothes in my suitcase, but barely anything to wear to dinner and out at night! No shorts, no jeans, no tops. Wtf? 

I had a choice: either wear the same two dresses I brought along all week... or buy something new. My plan was to not buy anything. But as I was wandering around some cute shops, I COULDN’T RESIST. I bought a brand-spanking-new blue sundress. 

Funny thing is, I never even ended up wearing it! All sales were final at the shop I purchased it at, so I couldn’t return it. So now it’s hanging in my closet at home patiently waiting for summer. 

I didn’t feel too bad about this purchase. It’s a great quality dress and it’s a timeless design that will last me for years to come. My acknowledgment that I need to purchase more quality clothing as opposed to “fast-fashion” was evident in this purchase. I’m learning! And I’ve been doing an awesome job wearing clothing that I already own, most of it secondhand!

Everything here is secondhand: Stuart Weitzman shoes ($10), Paige denim jeans ($9), and sweater ($4).

I’m also happy to announce that I found a wedding dress! My boyfriend, Chris, proposed while we were in Florida. I won’t mention what it looks like or where I got it from, but it cost me less than $100 and it’s absolutely stunning. Win win!

So now I have TWO new dresses hanging up in my closet!
62 days down, 303 to go. 
xo, Laurel