Saturday, September 25, 2010

GoodWill Trip

Friday after work I stopped off at Good Will since I was going to stop at Target to get a birthday gift for my sister (I got her a John Derian for Target 3 Piece Journal Set :) )  I ended up spending $13.99 at Good Will, I almost got some more stuff but I resisted.
I got a Lauren by Ralph Lauren cardigan/sweater and a nameless purse.  The sweater is a little big big and its a Small...grr! But I figure it will be nice and comfy for the winter and if I wear it unbuttoned it looks okay.  Plus chunky sweaters are in, so wahoo! AND it was only $8.99!!  Does it look too grandma-ey though? Be honest XD
I also got a really cute bag that reminds me a little of Chanel for $5.  I figure this can be my stand-in Chanel bag until I get one...HA!  I do have a glimmer of hope on that front, though.  As some of you might remember, my bosses wife works at Chanel and they have employee sales and they get 90% off (so that's like $460 for a bag or something)! So I asked if he could ask her to keep a lookout for a 2.55 or Classic Flap for me, hopefully he asked XD.  They don't sell black to the employees at the sales but I would be happy with pretty much any color :D [To clarify: the employees CAN get black, but they have to pay full price. They just don't have black at the employee sales]
My spending challenge is at $95.91, so I have $54.09 with 5 days to go, looks like I'll stay nicely under my budget!
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39 comments:

  1. chingSeptember 25, 2010 at 12:20 PM

    good luck with the challenge. and advance happy bday to your sister. :)

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  2. Arushi KhoslaSeptember 25, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Love the khaki hue!

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2010 at 1:57 PM

    good luck with the spending challenge! :)

    -Mia
    http://miafied.blogspot.com

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2010 at 2:15 PM

    That Ralph Lauren purse is so cute! I love Goodwill, don't you?!

    - Sherrie

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  5. Kel & JazSeptember 25, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    great job with your challenge. i unfortunately can't say i did ttoo well. but i know this next month will be much better!

    the sweater doesn't look too grandma-y i think it fits really well with your style! :)

    xoxo, jaz
    fashionstatement101.blogspot.com

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  6. eesaSeptember 25, 2010 at 2:45 PM

    i love the sweater, and if you pair it with darker washed jeans it would look fantastic!!x

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  7. Courtney ErinSeptember 25, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    I love the purse - I need to take a Goodwill trip soon, it's been to long!

    I'm having a giveaway contest, check out my blog to enter.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Aah I love it! :-) Oh and really great blog.
    I am now following. Maybe check out mine sometime..and follow back?

    x sofie-walther.blogspot.com

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  9. essentially aimeeSeptember 25, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    great purse! i've been looking for one like that for ages and i haven't come across a good enough one yet.

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  10. Sharon LeiSeptember 25, 2010 at 4:58 PM

    I think the sweater looks great a bit oversized. :) Happy Saturday!

    xx Love & Aloha

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  11. Marie a la ModeSeptember 25, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    That purse is cute and I think the cardigan fits you just fine!

    Don't forget to enter my giveaway!

    Have a great weekend : )

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  12. Away with the fairy'sSeptember 25, 2010 at 5:33 PM

    Want want want!

    http://illustratemypillowcase.blogspot.com/

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  13. JenmarieSeptember 25, 2010 at 6:34 PM

    Nice finds! I've been wanting to go to a Thrift Store again ever since my last trip. *sigh*

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2010 at 7:43 PM

    You got some cute stuff!

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  15. Mimi.S.September 25, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    CUTE PURSE!!! :)

    I just found your blog and it's really nice! I'm already following you :)

    hope you to follow me back!!

    xoxo

    http://heelsonthesidewalk.blogspot.com/

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  16. TaylorSeptember 25, 2010 at 9:24 PM

    I heart grandma sweaters, so I don't care if they are unfashionable or not, they are downright comfortable and extra-nubby. I think yours is cute :)

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  17. Rebecca MaureenSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:15 PM

    Oh, wow! I saw a girl with a pretty nice Green one. I think the color can really pop against simple outfits! I hope you get one!!!! And it's not really grandma-y. It looks so nice and comfy and snuggly :)

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  18. MargaretSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    that's a damn good challenge to set yourself!!! :D
    love the knit by the way
    and thank you so much for all your beautiful comments!
    xx

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  19. GraceSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    Great cardigan!

    Love Grace.

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  20. Fourth DaughterSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    I have a bag like that by Bally that I found for $5 in a flea market sale in Tokyo! I wonder why they don't let the Chanel employees buy black?

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  21. LyddieGalSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:57 PM

    I think the cardigan has a lot of nice layering and belting potential. I can't wait to see how you style it!

    I'll keep my fingers crossed you are able to get your purse!

    And they won't let the employees have black. Wow. That's kind of shameful.

    Chic on the Cheap

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  22. thelayeredpancakeSeptember 26, 2010 at 12:52 AM

    your header is so pretty! nice cluth purse.

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  23. thelayeredpancakeSeptember 26, 2010 at 12:53 AM

    clutch*

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  24. TesaSeptember 26, 2010 at 3:15 AM

    cute!
    xx

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  25. Wall of FashionSeptember 26, 2010 at 4:15 AM

    Thank you! I had to do something with the shirt, beacuse only black and white I thought was a bit boring!

    xx Marije

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  26. Jamie-Lee BurnsSeptember 26, 2010 at 5:58 AM

    I think a sweater that's a little big is perfect, it's nice and snuggly!

    And good luck for the rest of your challenge :)

    http://pagesixxx.blogspot.com

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  27. Romance Is BoringSeptember 26, 2010 at 6:01 AM

    love the cardigan! And your new "Chanel" bag :) I can't believe it was only $5!


    romance-is-boring.blogspot.com

    xx

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  28. vdcoutureSeptember 26, 2010 at 6:35 AM

    fabulous bag <3

    vdcouture

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  29. Leather SkirtsSeptember 26, 2010 at 7:15 AM

    I am now following. Maybe check out mine sometime..and follow back?

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  30. UnknownSeptember 26, 2010 at 9:59 AM

    awesome buys! i need to hit up the thrift store ASAP. i hope you get chanel bag....so jealous.

    xx anna jane
    http://seejaneworkplaylive.blogspot.com

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  31. C.W.September 26, 2010 at 11:18 AM

    super cute! We just had a grand opening of a new Goodwil here in Hammond and girl I had to go into work a little late(it's good to work for yourself) just to check it out! silly huh? well I left there with some really cute items, can't wait to show them off. I love the RL Sweater-- you can always belt it if you wanted to wear it closed :)
    www.originalprototype.com

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  32. MagdalenaSeptember 26, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    I love the connection of a thick sweater and summer dresses....the winter:)
    I really like handbag:)

    http://lenainspiration.blogspot.com/

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  33. verotronikSeptember 26, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    really nice purchases!!! the cardigan has nice colour and seems warmm!!

    Veronica
    blameboogie.blogspot.com

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  34. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysSeptember 26, 2010 at 4:00 PM

    That's kind of ridiculous that they don't sell black. I hate it when big expensive brands get so cheap with people. Sounds like a sweet discount otherwise though!

    I love the grandma sweater, but I'm super into a) grannie chic (emphasize on chic) and b) warmth!

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  35. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    nice bag! i just made a clutch by myself, check it out on my blog and thell me what do you think!

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  36. Laurel AnnSeptember 27, 2010 at 12:38 PM

    I think that the sweater will look great worn open over tighter layers such as slim fitting pants and top underneath. I don't love it with the lighter wash jeans. I would wear it with slim fitting camel or dark brown pants. I don't think that it's granny by itself but it definitely has a danger zone! I love sweaters, chunky or light, and I love that one!

    http://one-girl-vs-world.blogspot.com

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  37. bravegrrlSeptember 28, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    what a great sweater! i love goodwill and go at least once a week... there are 4 in nearby neighborhoods and all the people there know me, haha!

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  38. LauraSeptember 28, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    Oh girl I share your desire for a Chanel! So happy for you that you have that connection :)

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  39. Leather SkirtsSeptember 29, 2010 at 3:20 PM

    That's kind of ridiculous that they don't sell black. I hate it when big expensive brands get so cheap with people. Sounds like a sweet discount otherwise though!

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