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FEATURE TRENCH COAT
Let me start this off with a little apology …. you can not purchase this exact coat as it is a thrifted score. However, you can get styling and thrifting inspo and I’ll also link a few trench coats you can purchase.
Every time I would go thrifting I would always see and find London Fog trench coats. I feel like if you’re going to covet a trench it “should” be a London Fog or Burberry trench. They are known for their timeless trench coats!
After seeing so many I decided I needed a London Fog trench coat in my wardrobe even if I never wore, it would at least be a notch on my style belt.
TBH, I had this trench an entire year before I wore it. After years of leisurely looking I found one that fit (in the men’s section, always check the men’s section).
Immediately I took it to the dry cleaners, put it in my coat closet …. then forgot about it.
The coat was only $20 …. but the dry cleaning always gets you … that was $30 for a total of $50.
I decided this season I was going to finally wear my thrifted score so I went to Pinterest, got a few ideas and am now returning the favor by sharing some trench coat styling inspo with you.
Paying it Forward!
MY #1 SHOPPING RULE: THE RULE OF 5
A RULE I CREATED TO BE MORE INTENTIONAL WITH MY PURCHASES TO HELP STRETCH MY SHOPPING BUDGET TO IT’S MAXIMUM CAPACITY
WHO ELSE HAS BOUGHT A NEW TOP BECAUSE YOU “LOVED IT SO MUCH” THEN MONTHS LATER IT STILL HASN’T BEEN WORN?
We’ve all been there! There has been a time in our life we’ve walked in our closet looking for something to wear only to be reminded of the items we purchased but still haven’t worn, tags still attached and all.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet of one offs that we only have one other item to wear with it, if even that.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet full of clothes yet still have NOTHING to wear. WHY are we like this?!
In 2013, after losing 20lbs, purging 90% of my closet and only having a clothing budget of $150 a month I was in desperate need of a high functioning wardrobe. That is when, why and how I created my #1 shopping rule, The Rule of 5.
I knew in order to still buy quality pieces I loved I was going to have to get creative (and disciplined) and that’s exactly what I did. Every single purchase I made for the following year was well thought out and 100% intentional. I had no room for impulse purchases, the function of my wardrobe couldn’t afford it.
I bet you don’t like throwing your money away, do you?
We all deserve to hit our financial goals (and best wardrobes) and a great starting point is to become more intentional with what we spend our money on.
I want you to be great in everything you do so I wrote a 24 page book to fully share The Rule of 5 with you. There’s even worksheets for you to brainstorm your goal wardrobe!
Just enter your email below for your FREE Rule of 5 guide to get started on your best wardrobe yet!
If you need more help building your wardrobe my e-book, Build Your Dream Wardrobe on a Budget is a great tool. The 12 steps I take when planning and shopping for my wardrobes each season is covered in detail with examples for you.These are the steps I take to ensure each purchase is intentional, it’s also the strategy I used to budget to purchase my first Louis Vuitton handbag. In fact, The Rule of 5 is one of the 12 steps in the e-book.
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DRESS
Amazon, $35
I went on a hunt to find some Amazon clothing finds for you guys and this was one of my first wins. It’s a great bodycon dress to wear solo on date night or layer under cardigan, coats or vests to work or during day time activities. There’s options is all I’m saying!
Sizing: go up!!
BOOTIES
My exact pair is 2 seasons old but the brand has an updated version. Same material, same silhouette. Easy to walk in.
Runs TTS!
HAT
I love a hat for Fall. It’s that one accessory that really pulls a look together and makes it pop. I don’t like to spend $$$ on my hats because I don’t get a ton of wear out of them just because my lifestyle doesn’t include a lot of running of the streets.
WTBS, under $20 is my safety purchase zone. Target has some great hats this season for $15 and this is one of them.
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KNIT SWEAT SET
KNIT SWEATSHIRT WITH ZIPPER + KNIT JOGGERS are the names to search on Zara. I tried to direct link them both but could not find them. They may be sold out but who knows with their website.
Zara has been KILLING it with the leisure wear this year. They have a ton of amazing knits/sweats and have new ones daily, keep checking their new arrivals and you’ll find one you’re obsessed with!
SNEAKERS
My sneakers are a splurge, they’re the Alexander McQueens. They run TTS if you go up to your normal half size. The leather is very thick and stiff so they do have to be broken in. … I’m still breaking mine in but I love them.
I linked a few more affordable options with a similar look.
SUNGLASSES
Sunglasses of the season. These are Celine dupes, $14 on Amazon. Highly recommend!
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DRESS
The dress I’m wearing was from a Limited Collection at H&M, it sold out right away so I found something similar for you and linked that.
SHOES
Gucci Dupes from Amazon, $55
I’m not a loafer or flat closed toe shoe wearer so I was very unsure if I’d wear these but now I’m committed to investing and purchasing the actual Gucci’s. Highly recommend these!
Sizing: go up a whole half size. I wear an 8 – 8.5 and got a 9.
SUNGLASSES
Amazon, $15
Another Celine dupe. Highly recommend!!
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SWEATER
Abercrombie. I believe this is sold out so I linked another create cable knit sweater I have and love. Both fit TTS.
PANTS
Zara. Last season.
LOAFERS
Gucci Dupes from Amazon, $55
I’m not a loafer or flat closed toe shoe wearer so I was very unsure if I’d wear these but now I’m committed to investing and purchasing the actual Gucci’s. Highly recommend these!
Sizing: go up a whole half size. I wear an 8 – 8.5 and got a 9.
HAT
I love a hat for Fall. It’s that one accessory that really pulls a look together and makes it pop. I don’t like to spend $$$ on my hats because I don’t get a ton of wear out of them just because my lifestyle doesn’t include a lot of running of the streets.
WTBS, under $20 is my safety purchase zone. Target has some great hats this season for $15 and this is one of them.
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HOODIE
I found this at H&M in store and have never found this exact one online. I linked a similar one that is men’s that I also have but in a different color. The mens style that is linked is very nice, excellent quality and detail. It’s one of their sassy collections.
JEANS
These are the Curve Love fit from Abercrombie. I’ve found the Curve love fits TTS and their other jeans I have to size up. The difference in the Curve fit its there’s more room in the hips and thighs but the waist is the same so it will fit both your bum and your waist. If you’re a pear shape give the Curve Love fit a try.
LOAFERS
Gucci Dupes from Amazon, $55
I’m not a loafer or flat closed toe shoe wearer so I was very unsure if I’d wear these but now I’m committed to investing and purchasing the actual Gucci’s. Highly recommend these!
Sizing: go up a whole half size. I wear an 8 – 8.5 and got a 9.
SUNGLASSES
I love these to wear when I’m wearing a lot of gold and or tan colors. It just hits! This is my favorite sunglasses brand. I have about 10 pairs from them. All purchased with my own coins!
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