Working with What You Have

As many of you know, I am a bit of a shopaholic.  I do love to shop and am a sucker for a sale.  Recently I have decided that I'm not going to buy anything unless it's absolutely necessary.  That brings me to the title of my post...Working with What you Have.  
Step 1:  Purge   I went through my closet and got rid of anything I haven't worn in a year or so.  I made piles  a) to sell on my blog click here for post, consignment, or eBay  b) Goodwill  c) give to friends or family
Step 2: What's left?   Now that the extra stuff taking up space is gone, I can really take a good look at what I have to work with.    Step 3:  Put together different outfits.   I was actually surprised at how many different outfits I could put together with a few key pieces.  Think outside of the box and mix and match.  

Here are my key pieces for Summer:

Maxi dress Tanks and tees to pair with shorts  (I buy knit tops cheap at Old Navy, Target, or Forever 21) Bright chino shorts White skinny jeans  Cut-off denim shorts (I've had a pair for 6 years that I love)  Similar Version  Sundress Wedge Cute, comfy flats
These few key pieces can be mixed and matched for several different summer wardrobe options.   Throw in some fun accessories and you're set!
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Happy Memorial Day...a Day Late

Happy Memorial Day!  I know I'm a day late but I just had to share this pic my mom took yesterday.

Thank you Grandaddy Jim and all those who have served or are serving and protecting our country.   We miss you Grandaddy!

Shop My Closet

Hey guys!  I'm doing a little closet purging.  I am selling several items.   If you are interested please email at sarahmarief@comcast.net Shipping is $5 for 1 or items.

 Ray Ban Rose Gold Aviators

Case included

$100
SOLD

Glam tank with ties at the shoulder and a hi low hem.

Never been worn; new with tags! Size: Small $25
Magenta Ruffle Front Tank Size: Small $15 Michael Stars Hot Pink Halter Top One Size $20 Red & White Tank Worn once or twice Size: Small $15 White Sheer Swiss Dot Blouse Worn once Size: Small $15 Sheer Blue with Gold Blouse Size: Small $15 Express Hot Pink Cowl Neck Sweater Never worn; new with tags! Size: Small $15 Asos Orange One Shoulder Tunic New with tags; never worn! Size: 6 $15

Frenzii Romper with Pockets

Never worn; New with tags!

Size: Small

$25

Michael Stars Crochet Back Turq Maxi Dress

New with tags; never worn!

One Size

$30

Orange, Gray, and Cream Dress

Never worn!

Size: Small

$20

Black Knit V-Neck Dress with Roses at Neckline

Size: Small

$15

Magenta Ankle Strap Espadrilles

Worn only a few times

FYI these would look amazing with the magenta ruffle top above.  ;)

Size: 7

$25

Report Stripe Wedges
Worn once or twice
Size:7
$30

Feel free to email me with any questions!

Workout Gear from Forever 21

A huge Forever 21 opened up recently in our mall.  I like to stop in there every now and then to look for a few cheap trendy pieces.  Well now F21 has added an active line!  Let me tell you it's great!  They have everything...cute sports bras, shorts, tanks, tees, leggings and all in fun, bright colors.  I just had to share since my everyday apparel is workout gear, and I'm always looking for fun new stuff at great prices.  Lululemon is amazing but c'mon!  So expensive! Check this stuff out.  New workout clothes always inspire a better workout, right?!  ;)

Shop this post and some other great workout gear from Forever 21.

My Summer Staple

Wow, two posts in one week!  What's going on?!  It's been a while since I've done a fashion post, so I thought I'd share my summer staple since summer is upon us.  SHORTS!  I have a weakness for a cute pair of shorts.  It's one of those things that I say I don't need any more of and what do I buy?  More shorts.  Especially chasing after 2 little ones, I wear them pretty much every day.  They're so versatile too.  It's so easy to dress them up for a night out. Here are my finds for Summer... I added this one in red to my collection.   These look amazing with a striped tank or chambray shirt.   I add a cute flip flop or gladiator sandal for a casual look.

Pull-On Short

How cute is this print?  These shorts are also very versatile.   I will definitely dress these up with a cute wedge. 

3" Printed Short

And here's my go to chino.  

I seriously don't think I could ever have too many of my fave J.Crew Chinos.  

I buy a pair in a new color each year.  These are classic and will never go out of style.  I have fun mixing and matching colors.

J.Crew Chino

Last but not least...

I have been looking everywhere since last Spring for an asymmetrical skort.  

I love them!  I finally found one at Express.

Check out these great shorts!