Spring Forward...but not yet!!!

One GREAT way to save money over time is to shop off season. I know, I know...you are so ready for bright colors, short skirts, and strappy sandals.  But take a minute and think about what you wish you had this past winter....was it a great pair of riding boots?  Beautiful coat?  Now is the PERFECT time to get those pieces!  Here are some great items I found that you will be THRILLED you got come September!

Frye boots? Nope, TARGET!  Yep, I am serious.  I get more compliments on these boots...genuine leather and Buy 1 get 1 50% off.  So, split with a friend or get two colors!  I did!

 

Target Merona Kasia Leather Riding Boot - $74.99

I probably wear my tan coat more than anything in my wardrobe during the winter.  This one is a fabulous deal and I LOVE the toggles. 

 

Larry Levine Camelhair - $96.56 (from $275.00)

 

J Crew toothpick Jean - $39.99 (from $125)

Anthropologie - Dashes knit blazer $49.95 (from $98)

Love, MB



jcp

Ever since the new marketing campaign at JC Penney (now referred to as jcp), I have been dying to take a shopping trip and check it out.  However, there is not a store at either of the malls near me, so for now I am hunting online!  Here is a "look for less" option that would be great for Easter and on into spring/summer.  I like the eyelet on the jcrew skirt, but not enough for $90 more! 

I also included a great top that I can see with white skinny jeans or maybe a yellow skinny jean!   Leggings would be a great option also.

Trick #2 - Length is important!  The length of a piece can make or break how flattering it is on you.  For the skirt, make sure it hits just below the knee where your leg is at it's thinnest.  (The jcp version would probably hit right on someone that isn't 7' tall!).  For shirts, you don't want it to cut off at your widest spot, so I LOVE where this one falls.



 


jcrew $120





jcp pencil $30



 





jcp $20

Love, MB