Friday, November 28, 2014

{recap} French Wardrobe Challenge - November

I was doing so well this month, until this past Sunday when all hell broke loose. I went to the outlets with Lydia and spent far too much money and knocked out three of my seven items, ha ha. I was also gifted the Yama shoe from Naot, which was featured earlier this week. So four new items, not too bad. We'll see what happens this weekend though, Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales may be my downfall!



THE RULES
  1. Just five seven standout pieces per season.
  2. Quality over quantity.
  3. Basics don’t count.
  4. Accessories don’t count, unless you’re spending a lot more than usual.
  5. Socks and underwear don’t count.
  6. Shoes do count.
MY PROGRESS

Part of my Seven:
  1. Altuzarra for Target Embroidered Pleated Georgette Dress ($54.99)
  2. *NEW!* J.Crew Embellished Intarsia Llama Sweater ($44, J.Crew Factory)
  3. *NEW!* J.Crew Intarsia Reindeer Sweater ($44, J.Crew Factory)
  4. *NEW!* Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Pyo'  Swetaer ($66, Saks Off 5th)
Basics: 
  1. Ella Moss Vest in gray via Marshalls ($79.99, paid with gift card)
  2. Altuzarra for Target Python long sleeve shirt ($19.99)
  3. August Silk Sweater via Marshalls (birthday gift)
  4. Midnight by Carole Hochman pajamas (also available here) via Marshalls (birthday gift)
  5. Banana Republic ($19.50 at the Factory Store
  6. Elie Tahari for Design Nation jacket c/o Kohl's

Shoes:
  1. Coach 'Nacie' pump via Marshalls ($69, paid with gift card)
  2. Cole Haan 'Minetta' Sandal via Amazon ($74, paid with gift card)
  3. Vince Camuto Ankle Boot via Marshalls (birthday gift) 
  4. *NEW!* Naot 'Yama' Shoe (c/o)

Accessories:
  1. Movado Bold Watch c/o Lucky & Movado
  2. Kendra Scott Naomi Double Ring (c/o)
  3. Marrin Costello Pearl Crescent Necklace [$66 after coupon, not available online yet] 
  4. Lo & Sons "O.G. Bag" ($236 after coupon code)

Exempt items:  [gifted items from brands or family members that would normally fall under my standout pieces]
  • Philosophy Top c/o Marshalls ($19.99)
  • For Cynthia Sweater c/o Marshalls ($16.99)  
  • Tory Burch Cardigan via TJ Maxx (birthday gift)

8 comments:

  1. I love how you've described it as "all hell broke loose"... and I love your deer themed pieces. I would have been unable to resist those.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  2. Aw it's like Christmas sweaters!! So cute! :) I've been thinking of doing this next season but I get the feeling I am really going to struggle....

    Let me know if you get anything from the sales. I'm thinking of getting a little make up and some stuff from ASOS but will see how I go...

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  3. I think I'd have to bend the rules for those silver and grey shoes!

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  4. embellished intarsia llama sweater is super cute and so perfect for holiday season!


    a possible fantasy

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  5. Those knits look so cute and cosy! Good purchases I think! :)

    I did really well this month (not purchasing a lot) so I've been resisting the sales......will see how long that lasts, haha!

    Away From The Blue

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  6. Well I mean, it was Black Friday weekend... How could you not get a little more? ;) I like that reindeer sweater!

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  7. Oh, I love the J. Crew reindeer sweater, it's cozy and perfect for the Holidays!

    Silvia

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