Monday, June 29, 2015

June Budget


1 // J Crew Top - $25 (love, but order a size down)
2 // Birkenstocks = $100
3 // Sneakers - $55
4 // J Crew Jeans - gift
5 // J Crew Sweater -  gift

Tis the month of semi-ridiculous shoe purchases! I've wanted both for a while, and finally took the plunge. The sneakers were a souvenir from my recent trip to Chicago.  I love getting specific pieces when I travel - they remind me of where I've been, but are more useful things to pickup then a snow globe or yet another tote bag...



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  1. Meghan @ Hayes DaysJune 29, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Those new balances are awesome. I'm the same way now. I'd much rather have something that I can wear more often and always remind me of an awesome trip than some nick-knack to sit around and collect dust. Those gizahs will be your favorites for real. They're not as ridiculous as you think they are.

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    1. KyleJune 30, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      It took me a few wears to get used to having a disco ball on my feet, but now I'm totally obsessed!

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  2. CassieJune 29, 2015 at 8:59 PM

    I'm totally with you on picking up useful items instead of knick knacks when I travel. Not only do you get to add items to your wardrobe that spur on pleasant memories when you wear them, you'll also have something that's a little different than what everyone else is buying from the mall in your area :)

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  3. JessicaJune 30, 2015 at 7:29 AM

    I totally agree, a new piece to add to your wardrobe is a lovely travel souvenir. Although, I like the knickknacks too! (I do tend to go with kitchen items, so at least they're a bit more useful than a snow globe!)

    http://bedknobsandbaubles.com/

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    1. KyleJune 30, 2015 at 9:04 AM

      I'm a big knick knack lover as well - buying something useful in every city is another favorite souvenir of mine. I got a chicken salt cellar in Vienna that's still one of my most beloved possessions!

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  4. Mattie @ Northwest NativeJune 30, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    Those New Balances are so fun! I agree, some souvenirs are just clutter. Buying something useful is much better!

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  5. Engineer LeaJune 30, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    What a great idea for souvenirs! I might steal that from you. I also picked up sneakers (2 pairs!) this month. They're just so practical.

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  6. AlisonJuly 4, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    Fashion souvenirs for the win! New Balances are awesome. I have reached an age where I have no patience for uncomfortable shoes, so I love a chic sneaker that is like a work of art on your foot!

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  7. UnknownJuly 6, 2015 at 1:31 AM

    Wearable souvenirs are the best! The embroidery on the blue top is pretty.

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