Positano was all about relaxation. On our first full day we had a much needed lie-in and then drove to the grocery store to get some breakfast food, lunch supplies and something for dinner that night. Once we got back we had a leisurely breakfast on the terrace, made sandwiches for the beach and headed down!

The only bad thing about our bnb was that we had to walk down (and then back up) almost 500 steps to get to the beach. But once there it was glorious. It was a small beach with an expensive hotel and beach restaurant attached and not many people were on the actual beach. We spent almost the rest of the day there and headed back up to our apartment to make burgers for dinner.

Swimsuit: Tory Burch 'Issy' Triangle Bikini (Net-a-Porter), Zebra Print Dress: Splendid (Net-a-Porter), Sandals: Sam Edelman c/o ThredUp, Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Erika'

I really like this sweater, but I hardly ever wear it. Why? Because I can really only wear it with my navy tees, everything else looks strange. I tried it with a white shirt here but I don't like it, probably because I'm not a fan of wearing white. Perhaps I need to find an orange shirt to try instead.  Or maybe I'll end up selling it so it has a better home.

Sweater: Tory Burch (Marshalls), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: Current/Elliott, Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athena' (Gilt), Necklace: Francesca's

Tory Burch is killing me again with her Fall lookbook! She always chooses my favorite colors so I end up wanting EVERYTHING! Sadly I will probably end up with none, but who knows, maybe this year I will splurge! I particularly love the Wool Asymmetrical Peplum Sweater, Embellished Long-Sleeve Crewneck Sweater, Crochet Suede Coat, Printed Pleated Silk Dress, Bonded-Suede Mid-Sleeve Dress, Kingsbridge Sandal and Embellished Small Shoulder Bag.


Photos from ToryBurch.com

I made my bi-yearly Net-a-Porter Sale purchase this month and was pretty well behaved. I bought a dress and a bathing suit and paid only $16 after advertising money.  I always try to wait until the end of the sale to buy my items hoping they'll be further reduced. When I do this I risk the item selling out before I can get it, but I don't really NEED anything new, so it's a good way to discipline myself. In the past I have bought pieces right away if I felt like it was something that I couldn't live without.  I also ordered a fun tee during French Connection's Extra 70% off sale items promotion.



THE RULES

1. Be mindful of purchases
2. Quality over quantity
3. Basics are best

MY PROGRESS

Clothes:

1. Blank Vegan 5 Pocket Olive Jeans ($23 via South Moon Under, retail $98)
2. Sea printed silk tapered pants ($56 via The Outnet Clearance Sale, used advertising money) 
3. ForeverYoung printed crop top ($65 in Santorini) 
4. DKNY batik print romper ($47, Clinton Crossing) 
5. *NEW!* Tory Burch Issy Bikini ($94 via Net-a-Porter Sale, used advertising money)
6. *NEW!* Splendid Zebra print dress ($120 via Net-a-Porter Sale, used advertising money)
7. *NEW!* French Connection Fast Sparkle Leopard Tee ($18)

Basics:

1. FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne' ($40 after gift card, Shopbop)
2. Club Monaco 'Ryan' cashmere sweater ($20, Clinton Crossing)
3. Madewell Singlet Side-Slit Tank in Black ($22.75, used advertising money)
4. Madewell Rivet &Thread Silk Noil Tee in Navy ($27.99, used advertising money)
5. Madewell denim boyshorts ($41, used advertising money)

Shoes:

1. Diane von Furstenberg 'Emma' pointed toe flats ($18 via Marshalls, retail $250)
2. Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' ($150 in Santorini)
3. Ancient Greek Sandals 'Clio' ($185 via Nordstrom)

Accessories:

1. Ray-Ban 'Erika' Sunglasses ($15 via Ditto, with coupon code)
2. LUMO 'Violet' Ring with Australian Opal ($85, used advertising money)
3. LUMO 'Rope' Ring ($40, used advertising money)
4. Chanel Sunglasses ($320 in Athens)
5. Silver ring with jewels ($15 in Santorini)
6. Gold necklace with lava beads ($25 in Santorini)
7. Owl ring ($40 at Jurassic Park in Universal)

Other:

1. J.Crew owl print pajama top ($12.50, J.Crew Factory) 

Gifted:

1. Orox Leather laptop sleeve
2. Orox Leather 'Merces Petite' bag
3. Aeropostale elephant print skirt
4. Aeropostale chevron dress
5. Aeropostale printed long sleeve top
6. Serendipity and Grace Natural Stone Beaded Bracelet
7. Serendipity and Grace Agate Stone Tassel Pendant Necklace

This outfit was my attempt at wearing a color other than navy blue...as you can see it didn't go so well! I ended up getting a little chilly and having to grab a cardigan and this one matched too perfect to not wear.

Dress: Marc by Marc Jacobs c/o Marshalls, Sweater: Tory Burch (TJ Maxx), Sandals: Manolo Blahnik (Roundabout Resale), Necklace c/o Marrin Costello

It's that time of year again: the Net-a-Porter End of Season sale!  I always look forward to their twice a year sale because it allows me to get a piece (or two) that I've had my eye on for months and lack sufficient funds to purchase! Below are some of the items currently waiting in my cart!  Links to each item are above the images.

Another one of my favorites from fashion week was Tory Burch. Bohemian chic all the way!