May was a bit of a spendy month for me. I was fresh off my spending freeze and trying to figure out how much to budget for myself. In the meantime, I shopped and ate and drank like I wasn't on a budget at all - partly because I wasn't, and partly because I knew I soon would be. It probably wasn't the best course of action, but I got a lot of great things that I have been needing (and of course, some that I didn't!).
1 - Kate Spade "One in a Million" Necklace - M. I used a Nordstrom note for this purchase - they are normally around $50. I got it in silver and love it!
2 - Daniel Rainn - I snatched up three new tops. I love how they are flowy with fun prints. These were a Nordstrom Rack find, so about $20 each. I will be buying more - I love how I can wear them to work with a jacket or sweater, or wear them on their own on weekends.
3 - Baby Lips. I have a bit of an obsession with these. I love how they make your lips so soft (the name doesn't lie!) but also give you a bit of color. I might have at least six different shades. They are cheap though - seriously just go pick up one to try!
4 - Kate Spade Watch. This was my Mother's Day gift, so I'm not sure I should count it in my shopping recap, but it's definitely a favorite so I had to include it!
5 - Burt's Bees Brightening Even Skin Tone Moisturizing Cream. This gem cost about $20, at Target, and I will probably never try another moisturizer. Smells amazing, goes on smoothly and doesn't leave my face feeling greasy. I've noticed a bit of a change in my skin tone and I feel like I look more "awake". A new, and probably forever, favorite.
6 - Jack Rogers Sandals. These were another Nordstrom Rack find - and a steal at that. I spend just $26 on these beauties, and got them in that exact color.
7 - (I am bolding this because it is that important). I finally have found my forever-fitting, love-them, loyal-customer brand of jeans. Did you catch the Blogger Love post where I shared Sarah's post about medium sized girls not being able to find the perfect pants? Well friends, here are mine. Democracy brand. They are all "curvy" and fit like a dream. I tried one pair on and immediately bought all of the other styles they had. Another Nordstrom Rack find.
8 - Kate Spade purse. It was May 1, I could officially shop again, and there was a sale. Enough said. It's also the perfect summer color!
Of my shopping picks, there are a few obvious things to note - I should not be allowed in Nordstrom Rack without supervision. I also should block myself from Kate Spade emails. What do you think of my finds? I like to keep it honest here, so don't expect much for my June spending - I'm a girl on a budget these days!
In case you have your eye on anything fun for June, I've teamed up with some lovely ladies to bring one of you $240 CASH. Enter on!
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