Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day! It was such a rainy and cold weekend, I didn't leave the house, and barely got dressed. It felt very much like being back in lockdown, and how readily I accepted putting on my loungewear and doing nothing should probably be considered a bad sign.

I've been trying to be good and not shop too much this weekend, but it seems possible I'll cave in the 11th hour. You know how that goes. Thus far I've just ordered a white belt bag from Coach. I actually liked the factory version better, but it's sold out and everyone on Poshmark is asking crazy prices.

Aside from that, I have been on a Poshmark kick again, ordering a Lucky Brand dress that I tried on in TJMaxx in 2019 and didn't buy then, but suddenly decided I needed now? Hopefully it still looks as cute as it did then! As well as a light floaty Theory dress, a white Coach backpack, and a cream Theory leather jacket.

Sometimes I actually think I'm being good with my shopping until I take a moment to stop and think about it!

The Rundown
Lace Puff Sleeve Blouse Adiva via TJMaxx similar
Straight Leg Jeans Ann Taylor similar
White Block Heel Sandals Kenneth Cole Reaction via TJMaxx similar
Straw Basket Bag TJMaxx similar
Blue and White Silk Scarf Lillian Vernon via eBay
Pearl Hoop Earrings c/o Mejuri similar
Thin Gold Ring Etsy
Signet Ring Sashi
Nail Color "Pre-Show Jitters" Essie

May Budget

I got some nice secondhand steals with a dress from Poshmark and a leopard clutch from one of my favorite local resale shops, but also spluged a bit too much on shoes this month!

Emerson Fry Leopard Fold Over Clutch, $30 via Coco's on the Green
Vince Floral Dress, $30 via Poshmark
Cote d Argent Twist Ring, $15 via TJMaxx
Diff Polarized Aviator Sunglasses, $17 via TJMaxx
Loft Scalloped Hem Sweater Tee, $22
Banana Republic Button-Fly Jean with Slit Hem, $6 after rewards
Coach Bethany Belt Bag, $105
Marc Fisher Braided Slide Sandals, $105 via Nordstrom
J.Crew Raffia Earrings, $18
Coach Backpack, $115 via Poshmark
Female Figure Necklace, $30 via Etsy
J.Crew Knot Slide Sandals, $45
Diva Blue Dome Satchel $40 via Marshalls
Dune London March Slide Sandals, $80
Open Soul Amalifi Tote Bag, $112 via Marijane Boutique

Spring Magic

It's no secret I love spring, the two main reasons being; one: my birthday, and two: blossoms. 

 

I still haven't made it to D.C. to see the cherry blossoms there, but even here in Connecticut we've got our beautiful spots; Wooster Square in New Haven has yet to disappoint. The blossoms always come and go in a flash, and this year their peak weekend was doomed to get rained out, so I hustled to get there before the inclement weather arrived. So did everyone else, and the park was packed at golden hour.

Spot was visiting, so he came along too, though he was far more interested in sniffing than taking photos. I swapped out his retractable leash for a jeweled one - don't tell his mom!

Few things are quite as magical as pink flowers and the glow of the setting sun. Even if it only happens but once a year.

The Rundown
Sage Green Sweater Banana Republic
White Wide Leg Jeans Banana Republic
Sandals Seychelles via TJMaxx
Vintage Japanese Picnic Bag eBay
Link Earrings with Pearl Drop South Moon Under
Bold Cherry Blossom Necklace c/o Rellery
Sunglasses "State Street" Ray-Ban
Dog Spot