At the end of every year, I love to look and and set intentions for the new year going forward, make plans, etc. It can be anything from how the house is run, routines/fitness goals, budgeting, etc.Every year, T and I make time to sit down in December to do some strategic planning for our family. Beyond our regular monthly budget review, we assess and reset our budget (and do a strategy session for the upcoming year with our financial planner), plan out any big goals or hopes for the year(s) Read More
Budgeting for your Wardrobe
This post was created in partnership with REI. #sponsored These days, I am very strategic about the clothes I purchase. I keep a budget and save up for new pieces I want to add to my wardrobe, and always try to maximize my budget by combining special offers or rewards programs to make the most of my purchase. Today's post includes some of my tips and tricks for doing just that! Before I dive right in, it's important to mention a couple things that form the foundation of this Read More
November 2016 Clothing Budget
November 2016 Clothing Budget At this point, I can certainly say that my top three favorite stores are clear: Madewell, Target and Old Navy. Check out what I got this month… - Plaid blanket scarf: c/o Happiness Boutique (exact) - Windowpane blacket scarf: c/o Picket Fence Boutique (exact), worn here - Jogger pants: Target (exact), $14 - Black shift dress: Old Navy (exact), $16.50 - Evergreen tunic sweater: Old Navy (exact), $15 - Black flannel gingham shirt: Old Navy (exact), $10 - Read More
October 2016 Clothing Budget
October 2016 Clothing Budget Scoopneck sweater: $38 I did a major clean out of my sweaters, leaving me with just a handful of ones that weren't completely worn out. I picked up this one in a rich maroon color and love it. Hopefully it won't deteriorate as quickly as since it's a bit higher quality. Cotton v-neck tee: $14 I was in Madison where I could visit a Madewell store in person and found this tee to add to my collection. I have a collection of their tees, and the ivory with a Read More
September 2016 Clothing Budget
September 2016 Clothing Budget Down Quilted Vest: $25 This vest is warm without being overly puffy like other vests. And it is a literal copy cat of the J.Crew Factory version at $50 and J.Crew version at $100+. Guess where's it's from? Sam's Club. Yep, I was surprised too. Relaxed Skinny Jean [not pictured]: $14 Picked these up at my local consignment store on a whim. They fit well when I tried them on, but I don't care for how Loft denim stretches out after a day of wear. Regreting Read More
August 2016 Clothing Budget
August 2016 Clothing Budget Zella Live In Leggings: $16 These leggings are legit. I dubbed them one of my best purchases of 2015, and it still holds true. They are regularly $52, and I got them cheaper because of Nsale, 6% cash back with Ebates, and a $20 Nordstrom note. WIN. White Cami & Nude V-Neck Cami: $7 total Basics that I wear for layering, especially with sheer tops. I needed to replace the ones I had...they were too big, worn out and ready to go. Denim shorts: $12 after Read More
July 2016 Clothing Budget
July 2016 Clothing Budget Nike shoes {option, option, option} | Nike Outlet: $40 on clearance Forward-seam stripe tank top | Madewell: $20, worn here Stretch-in skort | Athleta via eBay: $31.35 w/ shipping, worn here Whisper cotton v-neck tee | Madewell c/o Shopbop: $0 after credit + 6% cash back w/ Splender, seen here and here Lace leggings | Solow c/o Shopbop: $0 after credit + 6% cash back w/ Splender Sleeveless peplum dress {option, option, option} | Loft via Goodwill: $15 Open Read More
June 2016 Clothing Budget
June 2016 Clothing Budget Black maxi dress | Old Navy: $22.82, worn here Gladiator lace up sandals | Old Navy: $18.87, worn here Glitter sandals, | Old Navy: $15, worn here Jean shorts |Old Navy: $20, worn here Crochet lace trim tee (sold out, similar)| Old Navy: $16 Olive skort | Athleta: $48 Striped swing dress | Old Navy: $12.61, worn here Romper | Old Navy: $21 Power Y tank | Lululemon via Poshmark: $20 including shipping 3 pk Zella socks | Nordstrom Rack: $10 Open back tank | Read More
