Penniless Socialite: On a Budget

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Thursday, April 6, 2017

Recent Finds

Due to my blogging neglect, I have not checked in with my recent purchases. During the first three months of 2017, I only purchased 8 items. Yes, 8 items?! I felt pretty good about myself. Honestly, I ran out of hangers and had to come to terms with the fact that I am a dress hoarder. In an effort not to wind up on a reality show, I've been pretty aggressively selling on Poshmark.

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One. Banana Republic Stripe Off-Shoulder Midi Dress (Orig. $128, Paid $77)
Two. Banana Republic Gingham Sheath Dress (Orig. $128, Paid $77)
Three. Leslie Knope Pin (Paid $12)
Four. Kate Spade Ursulus Sunglasses via Nordstrom Rack (similar here and here) (Orig. $175, Paid $60)
Five. Ted Baker Double Bow Skater Dress via Bloomingdale's (similar here) (Orig. $319, Paid $160)
Six. Michael Kors Bow Blouse via Bloomingdale's (Orig. $120, Paid $70)
Seven. Just Fab Tyler Booties (Paid $40)
Eight. Nine West Xenisa Mules via Marshall's (Orig. $99, Paid $30)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $1,021

Amount Spent: $526

Amount Saved: $495

Total Percentage Saved: 48%

Clothes Sold on Poshmark: $586
Net SAVED! $60

Sales Shopped
Banana Republic 40% Friends and Family Sale
Bloomingdale's 25% plus $25 gift card for every $100 spent
Bloomingdale's 30% off clearance

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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Fav 2016 Purchases

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Ted Baker Tribal Patterned Dress (worn, similar) Pavlava Ballroom Dress (similar) Spanx Faux Leather Leggings (worn) Kendra Scott Aiden Necklace Converse Chuck Taylors Karen Walker Sunglasses (worn) BCBG Heels (similar)

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Thursday, January 12, 2017

Lilly Pulitzer January 2017 After Party Sale Haul

I woke up early the morning of Lilly Pulitzer's After Party Sale to get in that virtual line. I really need to learn that it's not necessary. The line got stuck and I had to get to a meeting, so I wound up not being able to shop until lunchtime. And I realize that my early morning scramble was in vein as there were plenty of sale goodies left with I finally got in. AND...Lilly was a little tricky this year and was adding new items throughout the day! So here is what I got...and what I call a whole lot of restraint. I guess real restraint and responsibility would have been not to purchase anything and deposit that money into a savings account. But, my savings account isn't florescent and patterned.

Isle Cardigan (Orig. $138, Paid $49) Sally Fit & Flare Dress (Orig. $198, Paid $64) Reagan Zip-Up in Multi Roar of the Seas (Orig.$108, Paid $59)

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Fall Purchases

Karen Walker Sunglasses via Nordstrom Rack (Orig. $250, Paid $90)
Ted Baker Mixed Pattern Dress (Orig. $335, Paid $100)
Ted Baker Butterfly Dress (Orig. $295, Paid $222) (plus $50 gift card for spending $200)
Vera Bradley Satchel via Poshmark (Orig. $128, Paid $40)
Kendra Scott Carinne Earrings via Poshmark (Orig. $55, Paid $20)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $1,063

Amount Spent: $472

Amount Saved: $591

Total Percentage Saved: 56%

Clothes Sold on Poshmark: $100
Net Spent: $372

Sales Shopped
Bloomingdale's 25% plus $25 gift card for every $100 spent

Monday, November 28, 2016

Black Friday Purchases

I am happy to report to did most of my Black Friday shopping from the comfort of my own couch. I shopped Anthropologie, Bloomingdale's, and Benefit. I ventured out into the world in order to shop Bath & Body Works and TJ Maxx. I snag Bath & Body Works' VIP tote every year because it's chock full of goodies for just $25 (like $115 worth of product, plus the tote!). It makes a great secret santa gift. I also popped into TJ Maxx because I heard they were majorly restocking their Runway section. While I didn't find any new arrivals I was willing to shell out the cash for, the clearance rack was bursting with beauties. I was able to pick up a dream item of mine: a Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress! And for only $60!

What great sales did you shop this weekend?

Junie Striped Cardigan: Anthropologie (Orig. $118, Paid $55) (similar) Diane von Furstenberg Savannah Wrap Dress via TJ Maxx (Orig. $320, Paid $60) Bath and Body Works: $25 VIP Tote with Purchase Kendra Scott Aiden Necklace: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $85, Paid $53) Bigger and Bolder Brows Kit: Benefit (Orig. $34, Paid $27)

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Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Black Friday Sales!

I normally don't participate in Black Friday. I know. It's pretty much a national holiday for fashion bloggers. However, I enjoy my pajamas more than I enjoy long lines. However, online shopping really lines up with my Friday plans. So, here are a few of my fav deals!

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Kate Spade: 30% off (use code THANKFUL) Bath and Body Works: $25 VIP Tote with Purchase DSW: Buy 2 Get 20% off Victoria's Secret: Free tote with $75 purchase Vera Bradley: 50% off select items Benefit: Free mini products with purchase Ban.do: 25% off (use code BFVIP) Kendra Scott: 20% off everything (use code SALE20) Anthropologie: It's a surprise until Friday!

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Friday, October 7, 2016

September Purchases

Karen Walker Sunglasses via Nordstrom Rack (Orig. $250, Paid $90)
Ted Baker Mixed Pattern Dress (Orig. $335, Paid $100)
Ted Baker Butterfly Dress (Orig. $295, Paid $222) (plus $50 gift card for spending $200)
Vera Bradley Satchel via Poshmark (Orig. $128, Paid $40)
Kendra Scott Carinne Earrings via Poshmark (Orig. $55, Paid $20)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $1,063

Amount Spent: $472

Amount Saved: $591

Total Percentage Saved: 56%

Clothes Sold on Poshmark: $100
Net Spent: $372

Sales Shopped
Bloomingdale's 25% plus $25 gift card for every $100 spent

Thursday, September 15, 2016

Look What I Got: July and August Purchases

After looking at my July purchases, I realized I spent quite a bit of time inside malls this summer. In fairness, most of my mall shopping happened on a short trip to Las Vegas in July...where it is too hot to be outside for more than a few minutes. So, to me, the mall(s) seemed to be the perfect place to cool off. Also, in Vegas it appears to be perfectly acceptable to carry a drink around the mall with you, which may have led to most of my Vegas purchasing.

July Purchases

Ted Baker Thfia Sneakers (Orig. $209, Paid $78)
Ted Baker Nuhad Bow Dress (Orig. $315, Paid $100)
Tatyana Nesting Dolls Dress (Orig. $109)
Kate Spade Fame and Flowers Studs (Orig. $58, Paid $17)
Kate Spade Fancy That Necklace (Orig. $178, Paid $36)
Just Fab Denim Skirt (Orig. $55, Paid $25)
Just Fab Chambray Tunic (Orig. $55, Paid $34)
J. Crew Ruffle Sleeve Tee (Orig. $80, Paid $25)

I'd say that August was a sparse purchasing month and mostly consisted of burning off some unused Just Fab credits, but I would be lying. And in full disclosure....the totals below do not include my Lilly Pulitzer After Party purchasing...wherein I spent more than I'd like to admit. But, since I have a blog where I apparently plaster things I don't like to admit on the internet, I spent $442 at the After Party Sale.

August Purchases

Just Fab Suther Purse (Orig. $60, Paid $40)
Just Fab Sophi Silver Loafers (Orig. $60, Paid $35)
Just Fab Booties (Orig. $60, Paid $28)
Faux Leather Assets Leggings via Poshmark (Orig. $45, Paid $18)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $1,284

Amount Spent: $545

Amount Saved: $739

Total Percentage Saved: 57%

Clothes Sold on Poshmark: $503
Net Spent: $42

Sales Shopped
Ted Baker 25% off Clearance
Bloomingdale's 50% off Clearance Jewelry
J. Crew 40% off sale items

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Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Labor Day Sale Purchases

Bloomingdale's and Lord & Taylor had some crazy sales this long weekend. I scooped up (what I hope) are some items I can magically transition into fall with some leggings or black tights!

Free People Louise Dress (Orig. $98, Paid $20)

Free People Too Legit Maxi (Orig. $98, Paid $16)
Halston Heritage High Low Dress (Orig. $445, Paid $142)
Ted Baker Ottoman Dress (Orig. $279, Paid $72)
Kendra Scott Bryant Earrings (Orig. $55, Paid $19)

Kendra Scott Aston Earrings (Orig. $75, Paid $23)

Thursday, September 1, 2016

What to Buy at Labor Day Sales (& a link up!)

I have a little secret. I buy most of my Fall clothing at end of summer sales. I very rarely buy clothes in season (i.e. pay full price like a sucker). Many of the Labor Day sales include items that came out as part of this new invented season of pre-Fall and items that just transition nicely into Fall and Winter. So, here's a list of items that I intend to snag cheap this weekend!

1. Cardigans. Somehow sweaters always make it into summer collections. Maybe it's the proliferation of male-controlled office air conditioners that has led to the cardigan becoming a summer style staple? I'll be snagging a few of these $20 cardigans at J. Crew Factory this weekend.

2. Denim. Jeans have no season. Get them while they're cheap. These Madewell jeans are almost 50% off!

3. Pencil Skirts. Pencil skirts are timeless and season-less. I think I might add a green one to my collection.

4. Boho-Style Items. Boho-style was everywhere this summer. However, I've always thought the boho look wa sa little more conducive to Fall. I think it's the color scheme. Free People dresses are especially great for Fall if you just add some leggings and booties.

5. Work Dresses. I tend to stock up on work dresses, which tend to be in the suiting section of the store, at the end of the summer. A black dress is a black dress no matter what time of year you purchase it!

6. Neutral Shoes. A pair of black pumps always makes it's way into a Labor Day sale. Take advantage.

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Thursday, August 25, 2016

Lilly After Party Sale Haul (& linkup!)

If you're unaware, Lilly Pulitzer hosts one of my favorite sales twice per year: the After Party Sale. Twice a year, Lilly offers up tons of goodies at crazy prices ranging from 30% to 60% off. The sale often includes styles that are hard to find on other websites (like Elsas and popovers). The second sale of 2016 was this Monday and it did not disappoint. The sale starts at 8am and you have to get on the site right at 8am or you could miss out on a coveted item. This year I was ready...pulling up the Lilly site on my laptop and the app on my tablet and iPhone. I am a bit of an overachiever.

I scored some items I had been lusting after, like that Marlowe dress for just $39! However, I did not read the fine print and later found out that Lilly was adding new items on a second day of the sale. This had never been done before. I was a little too excited on the first day and over-bought slightly. Because the second day had SO MANY items I had been obsessing over...Luxletic printed leggings, a Captain popover, and a crop and skirt set. If you are not a Lilly lover, these words are meaningless to you....so just enjoy the above pictures of pretty clothes

I may be selling a few items once they arrive due to my over-buying. So make sure to check my Poshmark Closet if you are interested!

Check out my HAUL!

Elsa Top in Oh Shello ($69)

Skipper Popover in Multi Out to Sea ($64)

Scarf in First Impression ($39)

Marlowe Dress in Iris Blue Werk It ($39)

Essie Top in Hibiscus Stroll ($24)

Parfait Crop and Skirt Set ($79)

Captain Popover in Via Loca ($59)

Luxletic Crops in Into the Deep ($69)

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Thursday, July 21, 2016

Look What I Got: June Purchases

I actually limited my shopping to a single day in the month of June. However, that day was one of Bloomingdale's best sales. Almost everything in the store was on sale, plus I got a $25 gift card for spending $100 in a single purchase. I've said it before, and I will say it again...the Bloomingdale's Loyalist card is totally worth it!
1. Bailey 44 Deneuve Dress: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $138, Paid $103 & received $25 gift card) 2. Splendid Beatrix Metallic Striped Slip On Flats: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $128, Paid $80) 3. Soludo's Candy Stripe Smoking Espadrille Flats (Orig. $55, Paid $38) 4. Kendra Scott Spike Stone Earrings: Bloomingdale's (similar) (Orig. $85 Paid: $25) 5. Baublebar Ishigaki Drops: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $34, Paid $12)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $440

Amount Spent: $258

Amount Saved: $182

Total Percentage Saved: 41%

Clothes Sold on Instagram and Poshmark: $205
Net Spent: $53

Sales Shopped
Bloomingdale's Extra 50% Sale Jewelry
Bloomingdale's 20% Sale
5,000 Bloomingdale's Power Points for $100 spent (i.e. $25 gift card)

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Thursday, June 9, 2016

Look What I Got: April and May Purchases

April and May 2016 Purchases by veggielawyer featuring black white sneakers

I may not have been blogging lately, but I certainly was shopping. I am at a stage in my wardrobe where I am beginning to have to replace staple pieces that are reaching the end of their life span (i.e. my wallet, wrap dress, shirt dress, sneakers, sweater, striped tee). But, I also added a few splurges thanks to Rent the Runway's sample sale and Bloomindale's recent sales.

1. Jones NY pink striped shirt dress: Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $129 Paid $25) 2. Michael Kors Wrap Dress: Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $120, Paid $15) 3. Slate & Willow Melinda Shift: RTR Sample Sale (Orig. $250, Paid $55) 4. Jones NY gingham shirt dress via Marshall's (similar pictured) (Orig. $129 Paid: $25) 5. Kate Spade Emma Dress: RTR Sample Sale (similar) (Orig. $798, Paid $180) 6. Free People Sienna Top: Lord & Taylor (Orig. $128, Paid $32) 7. Relaxed Linen Striped Tee: J. Crew (Orig. $36, Paid $15) 8. Tippi Sweater: J. Crew (Orig. $80, Paid $30) 9. Tulip Skirt: J. Crew (Orig. $118, Paid $82) 10. Converse Chuck Taylor Sneakers: DSW (Orig. $79, Paid $59) 11. Kate Spade Striped Bangle: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $78, Paid $25) 12. Kendra Scott Alexandra Earrings: Bloomingdale's (Orig. $65, Paid $18) 13. Vera Bradley Preppy Poly Wallet (Orig. $79, Paid $59) TOTALS
Sales Shopped

Total Original Price: $2,089

Amount Spent: $620

Amount Saved: $1,469

Total Percentage Saved: 70%

Clothes Sold on Instagram and Poshmark: $511
Net Spent: $109

J. Crew extra 40% off sale
J. Crew 20% off everything
Bloomingdale's 50% off sale jewelry
DSW Rewards
Rent the Runway Sample Sale
Vera Bradley Birthday Discount

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Thursday, April 21, 2016

Look What I Got: February and March Purchases

The Look What I Got link up is BACK! After a long hiatus, I am back at it. And I have to catch you up on my shopping adventures.

The last few months I managed to (sort of) cut back on the shopping. I added a few spring pieces to the wardrobe and intended on only adding spring / summer staples. However, when I found a few long-coveted pieces for a steal (i.e. Adelie Blouse and some Jack Rodgers) for a steal, i could not resist. I have no will power.

1. Lilly Pulitzer Skipper Popover (Paid $98, full price...but I got a free cuff and chapsticks!) 2. Just Fab Drape Front Trench (Orig. $54, Paid $44) 3. Just Fab Midi Dress with Side Zip (Orig. $49, Paid $39) 4. Just Fab Delphy Booties (Orig. $60, Paid $40) 5. Anthropologie Adelie Blouse via Poshmark (Orig. $148, Paid $30) 6. Taylor Mixed Media Dress via Marshall's (similar) (Orig. $100, Paid $15) 7. Jack Rodgers Flip Flops via Marshall's (Orig. $118, Paid $50) 8. Lilly Pulitzer Lori Dress via Poshmark (Orig. $248, Paid $85)

TOTALS

Total Original Price: $875

Amount Spent: $401

Amount Saved: $474

Total Percentage Saved: 54%

Clothes Sold on Instagram and Poshmark: $690
Net Saved up!: $289

Sales Shopped

Lilly Pulitzer Gifts with Purchase Sale