Shoes in Two Places

From reading this blog or knowing me personally, you might know that one of my least favorite things to do is go shoe shopping. Take me to a store to buy dresses, work clothes, jewelry, or even makeup and I could probably spend the entire day doing it-- but shoes are a different story. I detest the act of having to look for the perfect shoe to go with a certain outfit or one pair of shoes for the new season. I always feel like there is so much pressure and I usually pick out the least practical or ugly shoes. I admit that I am pretty much a failure when it comes to shoe shopping. 

One way that I don't hate shopping for shoes is online. It is so much easier because the shoes are divided by style, sometimes color, and I can quickly quit whenever I become overwhelmed. Currently there are two places that I actually enjoy looking at and buying shoes- Ann Taylor Loft and Club Monaco. I have purchased numerous pairs from the Loft (usually on sale) and they are some of my favorite and most comfortable heels and Club Monaco just released their shoe collection in the last new months. 

I would recommend both sites if you are looking for shoes and the thought of walking in to a department store's shoe section gives you hives-- oh, just me? 

Ann Taylor Loft

Suede Peep Tow Wedge Sandals

Perforated Sandal - I just recently purchased these and love them!

Ankle Strap Gladiator Sandals

I would recommend never buying anything on Loft full price, just wait a day and they will be on sale!

Club Monaco

Calf Hair Sandal

T-Strap Sandal

Tassle Sandal

For as much as I don't like shoes, I sure do blog about them a lot. 

Here, here, here.

Market Must-Haves

Last week I went to Dallas for the January apparel market where stores and boutiques from all over come in to scout and buy the upcoming seasons newest trends in clothing. I was working in the lobby of the Fashion Industry Gallery watching people rushing in to go to appointments with Starbucks in hand. I found myself wondering what everyone was drinking (such an odd trait of mine) and observing what everyone was wearing. There were lots of silk pants, printed jeans, Louis Vuittons, and great boots. There were some outfits that walked past me that I couldn't help but noticing and lusting over. I pulled out an old receipt and a pen from my purse and started jotting down certain things that I feel like my closet are in desperate need of.

The following are my market must-haves and other things that I loved my whole time in Dallas. 

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Outfit inspiration. 

Bullseye

I know that I couldn't live in a city without a Target. Not just for groceries, toiletries, and a great magazine selection but for all the other treasures you find when you run in for a bag of apples. Funny how a trip that should have set you back $3.95 has somehow become $75 all too quickly. 

Luckily this weekend my mom offered to stock my sister and me with all our necessary objects, like shampoo, vitamins, and energy bars for our trip back to school. Little did we all know that we would come across some of the greatest finds while strolling the aisles of Target on a Sunday afternoon.

1. Hi-Lo Skirt $14.99

2. Lace Bra $16.99

3. Neon Backpack $29.99

4. Tribal Skirt $14.99

I am absolutely obsessed with this uneven skirt that we found, it is about as chic as Target gets and I am already thinking about the different places that I can wear it.

Enjoy these additional temptations as you try to stick to your list at this fantastic money trap.

Right on target.

VIP Status

Late on Thursday night I was able to shop at my favorite store with some of my favorite people after hours.

J. Crew hosted a private event for some friends and we were able to browse around the store and take over all the dressing rooms with no one to get in our way or steal the last pair of pants in our size.

Browsing turned into buying.

Matching necklaces, Megan's a neutral and mine bright turquoise.

I fell in love with a few things while in the store.

Jacquard Top

Cowlneck Poncho

"I never met a poncho I didn't like"

Ballet Flats

I spy colored tights, perfect for fall!

Such a fun night of successful shopping, and by successful I mean while everyone purchased practical clothes I bought the turquoise necklace and a scarf.

Accessories are my new favorite! Speaking of favorites, I am quickly falling in love with maxi skirts and dresses for fall and preparing for a mission to find one today.

Until next time.

Crew with the crew.

Good Morning Missoni

Where do I begin? 

Months ago when I first heard of the collaboration of Missoni and Target, that led to months of fierce anticipation for this very morning?

Last night when I happily set my alarm for 7 AM?

This morning walking into Target at 8:00 on the dot to find people already inside and snatching up the trademark Missoni print sweaters and skirts? Where did they get their VIP passes? Who did they bribe?

I am happy. 

Like mentioned before, I happily set my alarm for 7 AM and was ready to go with coffee in hand at 7:45 when the little sis picked me up to begin our exciting adventure. Upon pulling into the Target parking lot I didn't see too many cars, only to realize that the cars that were there all held passengers that were on the same mission as I was. 

The Missoni section was already swarming with college aged girls to middle-aged fashionistas. We began to frantically grab our sizes in everything and rushed to the dressing rooms.

Let me tell you, Target dressing rooms are great for photo ops. Not.

Done with clothes. Move on to accessories.

Infinity scarf? Two please!

Next stop, small office accessories. 

We begin to look at the binders, notebooks, and pencils when a very sweet worker informs us that we better head to the back because the stuff there is going quick.

Thank you sir, you are too kind. 

He was not lying. We start speed walking down the aisles (along with the rest of the Missoni maniacs) to find that pillows have been wiped out and shoes are going quick. 

At this point I am most concerned with home decor and quickly scan the aisles for bowls and plates and cups (oh my!) only to realize that a Target employee is still putting these items on the shelf (at glacial speed). A mass of women have formed a mob around her and as soon as she prices and places an item on the shelf it is quickly snatched up and placed in some ones cart.

Many carts at this point are completely overflowing and I realize that people are completely hoarding items... so smart, why didn't I think of that!

8:30 AM

Time to check out, because unfortunately I have class at 9:00 and I can't be late. We check out and I realize I am behind the most successful hoarders who spent $1878 (after opening a RedCard and saving $90, she was just full of good ideas today).

I finish checking out but can't leave without some Starbucks to round out my perfect morning.

SUCCESS!

Infinity scarf, skirt, pj shorts, glasses, notebook, and I know I purchased some pencils that have now gone missing. Someone probably snatched them out of my bag while I was adding sugar to my latte. 

Sneaky sneaky.

Until next time.

"For the love of Missoni!!!!"