Birthday money equals shopping money and I've already done a ton of shopping. My latest obsession has become lingerie. I can successfully say that ALL of it's been on sale. However, bras and panties are essential and cute ones are better!
I'm now officially half-way through my twenties. Woot-woot.
Dear Rafe for Target,
Thank you for going on sale! By doing so, I even more justified purchasing you. I will love you and carry you even into fall because I do love carrying colorful purses. So thank you for making me a happy girl!
Love,
RVAfashionista
ps. My other "justification" is that I cleaned out my purse collection and gave some to my mother.
PHOTO CREDIT: Target.com
I need to seriously start updating in small little bits as opposed to one giant entry like this one is going to morph into...
Last Monday (July 9th) I had lunch with the fabulous ChicArmoire and it was so nice to catch up with her and gossip/talk fashion/etc. I proceeded to head over to Regency Square which houses the only Sephora and Forever21 in the metro Richmond area. To be honest, I was rather disgusted with Sephora since no one bothered to greet me or even give a nod in my direction. *sigh* I poked around there for a good 15 minutes and left. So instead I spent my money on a pair of $10 pants at Express as well as some sale earrings and a t-shirt for my boyfriend. I decided to pop into The Body Shop and both of the sales associates there were very knowledgeable and nice! I bought two concealers - Lightening Touch and the Ultra Smooth Liquid Concealer. I know it's sad that I now use three concealers on a consistent basis but it's a pain to rid myself of those dark circles, shadows, and leftover acne marks. I also like Physicians Formula's Conceal Rx. So I have a habit of mixing my concealers to fit my needs...
I spent the rest of the week working and then after much deliberation, I decided to get my hair cut again... This time it's even shorter but sassier! My stylist Michelle and I both felt that Victoria Beckham's latest look would suit me quite well. This is definitely a great cut for fine, thin hair like mine. However, because this look is so angled and sharp - proper makeup application is a must with this look. At the bare minimum, brows must be done and blush/bronzer applied to enhance the facial bone structure. I've been sticking to similar variations of an angled bob for the last few years and I was finally ready for a big change! I definitely need to post my own pictures of my new cut!
On Sunday I ran over to Delia's on my lunch break and picked up a pair of their Morgan Low-Rise Skinny jeans. They had a deal where if you tried on any pair of jeans, you got a $10 gift card. I also picked up in orange and white the Solid Ruby V-Neck which is great layered with a cami or two underneath. We all know I'm all about the layers!
Now I need to hop in the shower and get ready for work... Hopefully my next post won't be as long and as sporadic!
PHOTO CREDIT: People Magazine
So the last couple days have been a bit of craziness but it's all good. I'm starting two new jobs as of April 16 - one's at a school and one's a department transfer at my current gig of retail awesomeness. So I'm dropping down to part-time and moving to the new department at my current job and I'll most likely be working a couple nights a week and one of the weekend days.
I'll be working part-time/full-time flex for the summer since my school job will give me summers off. I unfortunately won't get paid for this summer for working at the school because I'm starting so late... However, next summer I plan to take a full load of courses (18 credits) and do minimal part-time at the retail gig.
Yes, I'll still be busy as ever but I kind of like it... Yes, I'm a weirdly demented workaholic.
All I can say is that state benefits will be lovely with this school job!
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I wish I had something fashion-able to update on other than I love these pants a.k.a. I bought two pairs though they run terribly tiny and I didn't feel the need to have them plastered to my rear end. So I do have some "Daisy Dollars" to redeem starting April 5 (as in $25 off a $50 purchase) so I'm thinking I'll just pick up more pants. Every girl needs new black pants!
When in shopping for sale/clearance items, I believe that purchasing something is truly meant to be if the said item is still there a week after lusting for it but waiting on it because you didn't have enough money to budget it at that moment. I have just a bit of a penchant for leopard print and if worn correctly, it can balance between fun and classy. So I was in shock to discover that this shirt was still waiting for me after a week and I had to snag it off the clearance rack yesterday after much deliberation. It fits me PERFECTLY especially around the the bust area which I often have a love/hate relationship with due to the ample amount of "boobage" in that area.
I know it's only February but summer is just around the corner which means finding a swimsuit. *runs&hides* This is what Victoria's Secret website is offering so far in regards to DD sizes. There's only ONE tankini? Great. I could hypothetically stuff myself into last years bikini but I'd literally have to remain in a stationary location due to the potential of over-cleavage and something popping out.
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In other news, I can upgrade to a new cell phone tomorrow! I've been scouring the reviews on Cnet.com and I think I'm going to end up with the LG VX8300. I originally wanted the LG VX8600 but the camera doesn't have a built-in flash so I'll pass on that.
So I'm in a slight panic about what to wear for New Year's Eve. I think I might wear cropped cuffed dark denim jeans with these shoes but I'm still at a loss for a cute top idea. I have a slinky blue tank I bought from Express that I might wear but I need a cute cardigan for it. If all else fails, I have my Maggy London v-neck little black dress that I can wear.
Choices, choices, choices. I might have to take a trip to H&M on my lunch break to see if I can come up with anything there!
So I haven't bought anything "designer" in a long time but I happened to find a Kors Michael Kors black hooded jacket on clearance for under $20! The knit is not too heavy as opposed to a sweatshirt material. Besides, anything resembling a black hoodie is an essential in my book!
I'm looking forward to having this Friday off work... ChicArmoire, let me know if you'd possibly want to go get coffee?
Merry christmas and happy holidays to all of my readers! I know it's been quite a few weeks since I've posted but with finishing up the end of the semester and surviving retail life during the holiday season, I haven't had much time. So here I am fulfilling family obligations of general chitter-chatter and blogging simulataneously on my iBook.
This past week I decided to treat myself to a couple new goodies as Christmas gifts to myself.
Urban Outfitters Charm Necklace
Dad got me a Target giftcard for Christmas and I've got some cash that's already burning a hole in my pocket from various relatives! I've gotten some beauty goodies as well including a pomegranate body balm, Suave Whipped Cocoa Body Wash, as well as Victoria's Secret Garden Collection Vanilla Lace Spray Eau de Toilette and Ultra-Moisturizing Hand And Body Cream. I also got a ton of socks because Christmas in my house is all about socks! Mom did get me this totally cute shopping bag charm with "<3 To Shop" on it for my charm bracelet. Overall, I'm delighted with my gifts and recent purchases!
I'm looking forward to going back to work tomorrow to get out of the house. The usual family drama issues have ensued.
I'll be honest, Old Navy jeans usually fit me funny. I will admit they're one of the few places that offer short lengths though in denim. While perusing through the Old Navy at Willow Lawn after a disappointing trip to Payless (it's BOGO time and I've been eyeing these patent ballet flats but they didn't have my size) - I stumbled upon these jeans on the clearance rack. The leg seems to fit narrower than a straight leg but not as tight as a stovepipe style. The price was insanely good since they were marked down a couple dollars lower than online and they ended up being $18 and some change with sales tax. I really like them but I'm not sure if I totally LOVE them so I'll need to try them on a few more times here at home. They do fit really small and I ended up with a size bigger than I normally buy in most things! If anyone owns Old Navy jeans and likes and/or dislikes them - please let me know your opinions! The true test will be if I can stuff them in my boots and have them look good - so I'll have to try that out this week. I really should go shopping for skinny jeans when I'm wearing boots but instead I was rocking my leopard peep-toes a la Target!
Please don't be alarmed if my blog layout looks sort of wonky at points - I'm playing around with themes, colors, and the like. I'm quite nitpicky about design in general.
The fashionista is getting tired since she's all shopped out! One month 'til Christmas!
EDIT: I tried the jeans on this morning with my boots and the leg is too wide to tuck them in but too narrow for me to "double cuff" them and tuck the top part of my boots under the cuff! I'll have to possibly check out Macy's on my lunch break and see if they have any skinny leg jeans. I know for sure the Levi's store does but I'm on a bargain hunt right now! But yeah, it seems that there's about 95% chance the Old Navy ones will be returned! *sigh*
*breathes sigh of relief* I survived working the day after Thanksgiving a.k.a. Black Friday. For those of who work in retail, you understand what I mean - it's usually hectic, crazy, and exhausting.
So now I'm chillin' on the couch and enjoying a CSI: Miami marathon on A&E.
This is the beginning of the holidays - 'tis the season!
I myself though was not overall impressed with yesterday's advertisements in the paper for the day after Thanksgiving. CVS does have all Maybelline products as buy one, get one free so I'm going to stock up on my "holy grail" Maybelline Full 'n Soft mascara.
I hope everyone had a wonderful "Turkey Day"!
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