Steal of the Day

You know that warm feeling you get when you get a really great deal?  It happens to be one of my favorite feelings.  My biggest problem is that I'm always trying to get that feeling, which often leads to my bank account being on a different level than it probably should be...

Anyways, Old Navy had a 30% off coupon that was good in stores this weekend and I took advantage yesterday by picking up a new mint sweater and this cardigan:

Button-Front Stretch Cardigan in Dalmation: originally $24.92; currently marked down to $20 in stores.

I loved this cardigan when I saw it and it ended up being just $14. So great!

So then today, after work I stopped by the other Old Navy, just to peek in and see if there was anything I had to have since today was the last day the coupon was good and I really hit the jackpot.

I started lusting over two pairs of printed, cropped pants from Old Navy over the summer, but only one color I wanted was available in stores and by the time the next sale had rolled around, they were gone. So you can imagine how excited I got when I walked into the clearance section and found multiple pairs and even one in my size!

Bold-Pattern Twill Capris in Blue Print, originally $27.94, on clearance for $6.99.

So...I ended up walking away with these beautiful pants being only $4.90. Does it get any better than that?

I also eyed this pretty chiffon top with birds all over it a few times over the summer:

Printed Ruffled Top in Blue Birds, originally $24.94, on clearance for $12.99 - marked down to $6.49 in stores.

I ended up getting it for $4.54. I was ecstatic when the sales associate told me my total was going to be $10.01. What a great deal!  I can't wait to style these items for the fall weather here. The tank is going to look great underneath some of my cardigans.

Which of your recent steals are you most excited about?

xx,
NG

Breaking out a blazer

Last Thursday, I got to break out my new blazer -- I was pretty pleased. I ended up deciding to pair it with my new cobalt chino pants and a white silk tank.

3/4 sleeve navy blazer - thrifted ($5)
tank - Charlotte Russe
Blue chinos - H&M ($30)

As soon as I saw these pants, I knew I had to have them and luckily they still had my size.  I love the fit of H&M's chinos on me - I picked up two pairs last spring and fell in love.  The pants are so versatile and come in a wide variety of colors so definitely check them out if you can. Also, take note that H&M emails you a 20% off one item coupon when you sign up for their email updates.

Cocktail ring - Charming Charlie ($5)

I love Charming Charlie's so much and was bummed when I found out Louisville didn't have one. Currently, their online shopping isn't available, so I found myself making the trip up to Cincinnati for both H&M and Charming Charlie. I bought so many goodies that will definitely be making appearances soon. This ring felt very retro to me and combined the cobalt blue that is so popular here in Kentucky with a bright green and mint. I got a lot of compliments on it at work.

Left to right: Bubble Necklace, single bubble necklace and bubble pendant necklace - Blue Bird Bride
Three strand black necklace - Charming Charlie

This is my first post, but I wanted to share something pretty cool with you: a discount! I fell in love with bubble necklaces over the summer and found Diane on Etsy.  She was kind enough to offer a discount to my readers and I. Enter the code PATTERNS10 at checkout and you'll get an additional 10% off. She updated her shop recently with some other sales too including a free pendant or single bubble necklace with your purchase of any large statement necklace. There's lots of cute stuff so be sure to check it out.

I hope everyone is enjoying breaking out their fall clothes!
Nicole