[…] brought sun and temps far above what we have experienced over the past week. I got this new tote with my February budget to bring along on my trip, but I can already tell it is going to be my new favorite bag (and it […]
February’s Shopping Budget = $200
Well I was slightly under my monthly total again (YAY!) I thought I would for sure hit it or go over with Target’s Prabal Gurung’s collection. To be honest, I LOVED the looks of everything online, but when I saw it in person, I wasn’t as impressed. Who knows, maybe I will take another look when some of it is on clearance. The shoes in this collection, on the other hand, are AMAZING but I just don’t need anymore awesome heels… There are plenty of heels in my closet feeling neglected thanks to the winter weather and I don’t want to make them sad anymore.
Anyway, I am happy that I got a few coats to finish out the winter season and start fresh next winter! This white skater skirt from Asos was a completely random purchase, but for $21.05, I couldn’t resist! Skater skirts are one of my favorites to wear year round (see here, here and here).
My JustFab tote was specifically purchased for my upcoming trip. I just wanted something big and roomy to bring on the plane and to carry around while roaming the Vegas strip. Have I mentioned how excited I am for Vegas?! Okay, yeah only a few times! It will be my first time flying together with the boyfriend and our second BIG vacation together. Plus we are celebrating our 2 year anniversary (of dating that is). That’s pretty exciting in and of itself!
Faux Fur Coat, Forever 21 $25.99 (no sales tax, bought in store) = $25.99 (Sold Out)
Faux Leather Trimmed Coat, Forever 21 $20.99 (bought online + $5.95 S&H) = $26.94 (Sold Out)
Gray Peacoat ($10.00) + Pink Plaid Scarf ($4.00), Plato’s Closet $14.00 (-$13.90 for clothes sold same day) = $0.10
Solid/Sheer White Striped Skirt, Asos $21.05 (free shipping) = $21.05 (Sold Out)
Tote, JustFab $39.95 (free shipping) = $39.95
Ellie Fit Fashionista Club, “Electric Love Capri” Leggings in Turquoise and “After Dark” razor back tank top $49.95
TOTAL: $163.98
Amount left: $36.02 — will be going to my savings or monthly bills
Even though we are going to Vegas in March, I’m setting my budget lower than the past two months: $150. Probably going to spend it all shopping in Vegas, which just means I have to behave the rest of the month!
How did you do in February?!
I’m linking up with Franish for Budgeting Bloggers! Check out everyone else’s February budgets!
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You did do well this month. I’m so jealous of that bag – it is BEAUTIFUL and so timeless. Have so much fun on your trip – it’ll be a total blast and so nice to get out of the snow 🙂
That coat is to die for! Love this post.
xo Ashley
http://www.ashnfashn.com
love the white skirt, great post!
xx Kate
The Style Department
I really like this whole budget idea!!! I just started to put myself on a weekly budget and it’s such a great idea! I am swooning over this bag! How do you like it? I am in the market for a new purse but I don’t want one that flops down. Make sense? Like one that can sit up on it’s own without falling over or looking all squished.
Kashia, I KNOW EXACTLY what you mean! And I just used it for the first time today… stays perfect and all I had in it was my wallet and keys! It stays straight, so aside from how high quality it looks, I definitely recommend it for that reason!
Looks like you did a good job with the budget! I love the camel coat you got, and the bag looks way more expensive than it is.
love this idea of blogging about the budgeting to keep yourself accountable! I definitely need to be better about budgeting, eek!
Looks like you got some good deals. Do you like the workout top/pants? And YAY for Vegas!!
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com
AJ, I LOVE them! Seriously super comfortable, and the Ellie brand seems pretty quality next to the NUX brand I got in a shirt. Also, I love the variety of styles and how affordable it is if you are a member… $50 a month for this full year I’m planning on. That way I can completely revamp my workout wardrobe!
Such great pieces you got there! Wish I had that budget for the month. Mine was $70 for thrifting and that was A LOT of money for me 🙂 haha.
Such great pieces you got there! Wish I had that budget for the month. Mine was $70 for thrifting and that was A LOT of money for me 🙂 haha.
Good to know about the PG line at Target. We’re going to be getting targets here in Canada soon so it’s good to have a heads-up before the madness starts 😛
Yeah, I mean… it just seemed a bit overpriced for the quality! But the prints and everything of course are great! I would just rather wait for clearance 🙂
Cannot believe the price of that tote – just fab! x
You are right, that bag looks great, and I also like the coat
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Awesome deal on that peacoat! I really like it!
Great shopping! Very impressive.
Wish I lived in America for the cheap clothes!
x Kirsty
I envy you for setting a budget like that. I am so intimidated. Honestly, that’s why I started Poshmark so that I can keep hiding from the scary “B” word and spend what I make on there!
You made some beautiful purchases! You are making me covet some, too…. :/
Emily… ahhh yes the “B” word is evil and hard to acknowledge. A year ago I was spending 350-400 a month on clothes. And I just don’t NEED that… and would rather spend it on traveling or hanging out doing things with friends. It is hard at first, but now I kind of enjoy the challenge of staying on budget!
love the jacket!
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I just want to let you know I was inspired by these posts of yours and I'm joining the Budgeting Bloggers! My first post about it goes out Saturday.
Kristen