End of the shopping ban / Guest posting

It's June 20th. The shopping ban is officially over, and I wasted no time placing the order for my cute, studded Linea Pelle bag. Good thing too, since it was the last one in the color I wanted!

I must say, it took me the better part of the month to stop browsing all my favorite online shops and tormenting myself. I think the key to a successful shopping ban is to just avoid temptation. I haven't stepped foot in TJMaxx or a thrift store in a month!

I did, however, have two small transgressions, the first at Coco's on the Green. They were having a half off the entire store sale and I had a gift card. I did not spend more than was on the gift card, so this wasn't really bad.

The second was a clear violation last Saturday at my town festival; lots of vendors and local businesses set up tents on the green and typically offer great, one day only sales. I found myself at the Sparkle Jewelry table a.ka. super cheap statement necklace heaven, and was besides myself. Of course I didn't need another necklace, but they were so pretty, and all half off! Honestly, I'm wishing I'd gotten two. I know, I'm bad.

Overall, I think I did really well with my shopping ban, and forced myself to think more about the closet additions which will be more valuable and versatile than one hit wonders. I need to work harder to respect the budget I've set for myself, and taking some time off from shopping is probably something I should do more often.

And if you didn't want to read any of that and are just looking for the outfit photos, then check out my guest post over at What's Hanging!

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  1. Closet FashionistaJune 20, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Love that look! And yayyy, you did a good job, when I used to do my shopping bans I always had a slip up too.
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  2. AnnieJune 20, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    I definitely need to try a shopping ban...I suck at it though, which is probably a sign of a problem haha :) Love your shorts - such a cute color and pattern!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  3. Trudy DansoJune 20, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    very gorgeous!!! xoxo

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  4. Economy of StyleJune 20, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Oh wow! Congratulations on completing the ban. I, too, have learned a lot about my spending patterns (especially the mistakes) after implementing shopping bans.

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  5. Courtney ErinJune 20, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    I think you've got to allow yourself a few cheat days!

    Courtney - http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  6. Frannie PantzJune 20, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Congrats Lydia! You did better than I ever could I think. I told myself after my recent binge I would stop shopping for a month . . . and I think I've easily bought like 4 things at least since then. I love this top on you!

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  7. Helena OopsJune 20, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    I love this look!
    Nice pics!

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  8. SheyJune 20, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    I'm glad your shopping ban is over! I never thought of wearing brown during the summer, but I like it.

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  9. Aracely @ Mama Fashion FilesJune 20, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Good for you for sticking to it as much as you did! I'm supposed to be on a shopping freeze and I bought a denim vest last week, it was 40% off! I'm justifying here! Cute outfit, love the shorts.

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  10. Diana MieczanJune 20, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    You did great and I adore your shorts:) Have a beautiful day, sweetie.

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  11. little luxury listJune 20, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    You did well and the necklace is a total steal!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  12. A Very Sweet BlogJune 20, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Glad your shopping ban is over. You purchased some really nice stuff.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  13. Helen Le CaplainJune 20, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Well done on lasting the month!

    Can't wait to see the bag (last in your colour? Definitely meant to be!)

    www.mancunianvintage.com

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  14. CindiJune 20, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    My shopping bans are usually forced end-of-the-month situations.. Haven't ever really done a planned one, but maybe it would be healthy to try it out some time. I think you did really well! :)

    /Cindi

    http://cherriesandsunflowers.blogspot.com/

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  15. MelinaJune 20, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    Congrats on the successful shopping ban! I really need to impose one on myself...

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  16. FierceandFashionableJune 20, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    Those shorts are adorable!

    Michelle

    Fierce & Fashionable

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  17. Midnight CowgirlJune 20, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Cute shorts!

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  18. EliJune 20, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    I'm on an unintentional shopping ban, I'm trying to thrift made in the USA and it's really hard!

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  19. Rachel AshelyJune 20, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    Loving your shorts! Perfect for summer!

    Xo,
    Rachel Ashley
    http://fashionablyliving.com

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  20. silvergirlJune 20, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    Congrats on making through the shopping ban, well almost!
    TJMaxx will get you every-time!
    Brett

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  21. EJune 20, 2013 at 10:48 PM

    Good for you! I've been in save mode lately too. Kind of makes you appreciate the shopping more later :-)

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  22. The Small Fabric Of My LifeJune 21, 2013 at 2:02 AM

    You survived and looking as lovely as always. Fabulous sandals.

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  23. Lauren @ Style of Ones OwnJune 21, 2013 at 3:11 AM

    Congrats on making it through the challenge! I am doing a modified version. No shopping except in case of irresistible jewelry bargains on Groopdeal. Lol. Love those printed shorts too.


    Lauren
    Style of One's Own

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  24. CeeJune 21, 2013 at 4:33 AM

    Congratulations on completing your shopping ban - I can't wait to see you carrying your new bag! It's not easy, especially when you're constantly thinking about fashion, writing about it, etc., but it can be done. The hardest part is staying away from temptation - if you can do that, you can do anything :)
    xox,
    Cee
    PS: Love those shorts!

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  25. Always MayleeJune 21, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    I love those shorts on you, so cute!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  26. Megan, TfDiaries.comJune 21, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    hot shorts Xo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

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  27. NnennaJune 21, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    It's amazing how well you were able to stick to your shopping ban and now that it's over you get to go crazy! :)

    I'm allowing myself to spend a little money on summer clothes and I haven't gone shopping in a looong time so I'm so excited by all the possibilities!

    star-crossed smile

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  28. Ali HvalJune 21, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Yay, Lyddie! I'm proud of you for getting through your shopping ban. It is hard to resist the temptation of buying things, but I think you did just swell!

    Super cheap statement necklace heaven sounds lovely and amazing and I don't think any jewelry-lover could resist that. Whenever I walk into charming charlie, I always end up with at least one thing... woops!

    I adore the aqua in your outfit. Pretty, pretty necklace!

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