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July 2014 Budget

July 29, 2014

July Budget

Nike Free Running Shoes – ON SALE Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for $66.90

Merona Wedges – Thrifted Brand New for $4.99

Shorts – $14.99

*Not Pictured: Thrifted Polka Dot Dress, $6.99, Thrifted Green Dress, $5.99, Thrifted Cover Up, $4.99

Total: $104.85

It is that time of the month again, time to confess to how much I spent this month! I’m super excited about my new running shoes (which I have been living in non-stop) and was thrilled to find these wedges at Goodwill, brand new, for $4.99! I also got a few other fun items at Goodwill, but haven’t taken pictures in them yet. That will be coming up soon!

How did you do in July?!

Linking up with Fran and all the other budgeting bloggers!

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  1. Beth says

    July 29, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Not too shabby this month – I love the thrifted wedges!! And I think running shoes are one thing it’s good to splurge on, you want a good fitting shoe that is safe and comfortable for running and working out!

    Reply
  2. amy says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    awesome thrift finds. I haven’t add my stuff up for this month. I did break my shopping ban this month.

    Reply
  3. Always Maylee says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:17 AM

    The wedges for $5 is a steal! Love it.

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

    Reply
  4. Chelsea Davis says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    Great deals! I love the running shoes, they really do have your name written all over them.

    XO Chelsea http://www.shesaidhesaidfashion.com/

    Reply
  5. Jess Zimlich says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    I think it’s about time for me to pick up a new pair of running shoes! I’m not sure how many miles you’re supposed to log before switching them out? I need to do some research haha

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      July 29, 2014 at 11:34 AM

      Haha I’m not sure either, but I’m going to guess you are probably due with all the running you’ve done! I used to switch them out every 6 months when I was still running ALL the time. You can really put a lot of wear on them quickly. I waited a bit too long… my knees have been in pain the past couple weeks 🙁

      Reply
  6. Jaclyn says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    I LOVE my Nike Frees!! Great choice! 🙂

    http://mrsjaclynleblanc.blogspot.ca/

    Reply
  7. Valerie says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    Great stuff this month- I have those wedges and love them! And those running shoes are DARLING! Would definitely put a spring in my step. Great investment!

    Reply
  8. ash says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:46 AM

    So cute! I need to get on your level. I spent about the same, on a skirt, a pair of heels, a bag from forever21 and two dresses from sammy dress. Then I bought my new Kate Spade bag with tips. A good month!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      July 29, 2014 at 11:53 AM

      JEALOUS! I wish I had tip money 😉 I haven’t been doing too much shopping lately, trying to save up for other things 🙂 But I definitely am excited to shop for fall items!

      Reply
  9. Nikki says

    July 29, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    I really wanted to get those running shoes! I love that they are bright pink! You did great this month!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

    Reply
  10. Ele @ InspirationEle says

    July 29, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    Love those espadrille wedges. You got an amazing deal! I have my eye on a similar pair from J.Crew, but you can’t beat $5! Not too long ago my sister found me a pair of brand new Danskos for school for $10 bucks! Gotta love thrifting!…and it seems everyone picked up new running shoes from Nordies. Having a pair in that pretty pink would sure motivate me to use them!

    Ele @ http://inspirationele.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      July 29, 2014 at 4:04 PM

      Best time to buy! I don’t think I’ll ever get a pair of Nike frees for less than $70 any other time of the year… hmmm maybe 🙂 But seriously such a steal!

      Reply
  11. two birds says

    July 29, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    Considering you have running shoes in the mix, that is a great budget. Exercise items should not be in a budget, in my opinion, anyways!!!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      July 29, 2014 at 4:01 PM

      Haha I did do well aside from the running shoes! I had to include them though because even though they were still pricey, they were such a great deal (like $35 off)! Can’t beat that. I just started including work out gear last year because I was spending more money on that than normal clothes and I felt like I needed to keep track of all of my “wants,” which I guess probably doesn’t include new running shoes. New running shoes ARE NECESSARY!

      Reply
  12. Shirley says

    July 29, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    I love when Nordstroms has a sale because I love any excuse to go shopping. Thanks for sharing!

    XO,
    Shirley
    TrueHonestFashion

    Reply
  13. Rachelle says

    July 29, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    You blow my mind everytime, good job!

    xo
    ​PinkSole​

    Reply
  14. Brynn says

    July 29, 2014 at 5:39 PM

    I thrifted those wedges in teal last summer but wound up not being able to wear them at all – they were too high and a bit too big for me 🙁 They’re so darn cute!!

    Reply
  15. Inge says

    July 29, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    Those wedges are so cute, what a great find!

    Reply
  16. Shannon says

    July 29, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Omg those wedges are so cute!! I can’t believe you found them for $4.99 brand new! So cute!

    <3 Shannon
    upbeatsoles.bogspot.com

    Reply
  17. KizzyDoll says

    July 30, 2014 at 5:46 AM

    Not bad, those pink shoes are cute 🙂 xx

    Reply

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