I have a ton of goals this year that I am very excited about but in order to reach them I have decided that I need to downsize and simplify my life a bit. I am known for being a shopaholic and although I never buy retail and find great deals things add up. The other day I had a Carrie (a la SATC) moment when I looked in my closet and realized that I could probably put a down payment on a house with the amount of money I have spent on clothes and shoes over the last few years. I decided to hold myself accountable for my shopping by (1) putting myself on a budget; (2) following a 1 in 2 out rule and (3) keeping track of my purchases. I started out with a budget of 382 bucks this months. That sounds like a lot however most of it was Christmas gifts and credits that I had from returns I made on purchases in December. Here is what I ended up spending my money on this month.
| This may be my favorite purchase of the month. I cannot wait to wear it. Retail price of this was 64.82. I paid 28.58. That is a 56% savings. ***It is currently on sale for around $25 so I recommend checking it out before it is gone.**** Another great find for spring/summer. The color is more chatreuse than yellow but that is why I love it so much. Retail price was 71.51. I paid 18.33. That is a savings of 74%. Before you jump to conclusions I did not buy two black dresses. I bought the above pictured dress in a black and white floral for spring. Unfortunately the print is no longer available. I wore this dress the other day when the weather warmed up with a black blazer and boots. Looking forward to wearing it again in the spring. Retail price 65.87. I paid 14.17. A steal at 78% off. | This dress was a great find for spring. I cannot wait to wear it when the weather warms up (hopefully). Retail price 88.89 and I paid 22.87. That is a savings of 74%. I know. I know. I don't need another black dress however the lace, the back, the shape, the length. I love love love everything about this. Retail price was 75.28. I paid 19.99. With a savings of 73% it was definitely well worth it. |
Of course I could not go a month without buying shoes. I bought 2 1/2. That is not bad considering.
| Lets start with the 1/2. I 've had my eye on these Nike Wraps for some time. I saw a girl at the gym with them and wanted them every since. I really couldn't justify spending $50 bucks on them so when I found them for nearly half price I was delighted. I ended up paying 31.88 including shipping which is a savings of 36%. The shipping killed this deal however well worth it since I wear them to yoga and ballet barre religiously. I am going to Texas this year for the first time ever. (On my to do list is to discovery the USA a bit). Of course when I came across these ankle boots I thought they would be perfect for my adventures in Texas. Retail price 149.95. I paid 45.00. Unfortunately I have since ran them to the ground and have to resole them however they are still worth it at a savings of 70%. | I have had my eye on a silver pump for a while now however part of me sees them as too trendy to warrant spending money on. I was happy to find a cheaper version that were still leather and looked decent (look way better in person. Not a fan of the pic). Retail price 100.00. I paid 27.00. Savings of 73%. |
I also purchased a ring not pictured here. The ring retails at 65.99. I paid 35.31. That is a 46% savings.
So here are my numbers for the month:
5 dresses
3 pairs of shoes (or 2 1/2)
1 ring
732.31 How much others have spent (Retail prices)
179.25 How much I spent
76% How much I saved over retail
203.17 What I will have to roll over for the month of February
5 dresses
3 pairs of shoes (or 2 1/2)
1 ring
732.31 How much others have spent (Retail prices)
179.25 How much I spent
76% How much I saved over retail
203.17 What I will have to roll over for the month of February
-Taima
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