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You have $1,000 to spend...

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~Colleen~
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You have $1,000 to spend...

on clothing/shoes/accessories, what do you spend it on?
Do you splurge on 1 or 2 items or do you revamp your wardrobe?

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Posted 10/14/10 12:37 PM
 
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headoverheels
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Total revamp.

I am in the process of doing this, slowly.

I am starting with pants - classic colors and styles that will last a LONG time. Work pants and corduroys are my staple because I can't wear jeans to work.

I also collect cardigans because I have always loved layering, that can totally change the look I am going for.

I don't bother spending more than $50 on shoes because those to me are the most trendy and easiest to change. I will never spend $400 on shoes, ever Chat Icon

Shirts are hard for me. I am still discovering my "style" and what looks best on me, so again, I don't want to spend a lot.

I don't know what kind of job you have (or even if you are a SAHM) so I don't know if you can wear dresses to work - I can't, but if I could I would invest in those as well.

Things I would spend a large chunk of $$ on are a GREAT bag and a GREAT coat that I will use and wear every single day.

My most recent purchases:

Tops and cardigans:

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Black jeans:

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Jeggings:

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Cords:

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Posted 10/14/10 12:44 PM
 

lcherian
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

i would revamp my wardrobe.

a pair of over the knee boots, skinny jeans, skinny cargo pants, black boyfriend blazer, booties, some tops, a versatile work/going out dress. Chat Icon

Posted 10/14/10 12:46 PM
 

~Colleen~
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I'm a sahm. I revamped my summer wardrobe on ~$600.

For fall/winter I have basics - though I can never have enough corduroy lol - and am good on outerwear, though I coukd use a late fall/early winter jacket.
But I want more of a style/look than just clothes, kwim?

Posted 10/14/10 1:25 PM
 

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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I REALLY want a pair of Rene Caovilla shoes!

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Posted 10/14/10 1:26 PM
 

Cacarina
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I'd buy a LV Speedy. I always wanted one but DH thinks it is ridiculous to spend that kind of money on just a bag. Chat Icon

ETA: That would probably leave me with like $250 to spend. So many I'd just buy a few cute tops for going out. I already have enough work and casual clothes because I just went shopping.

Message edited 10/14/2010 2:15:43 PM.

Posted 10/14/10 2:14 PM
 

headoverheels
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by ~Colleen~

I'm a sahm. I revamped my summer wardrobe on ~$600.

For fall/winter I have basics - though I can never have enough corduroy lol - and am good on outerwear, though I coukd use a late fall/early winter jacket.
But I want more of a style/look than just clothes, kwim?




Then I would spend that money on shoes and a new, classic style bag (your DD is old enough that you don't use a diaper bag right?)

Shoes can change your look no matter what basics you are wearing!

Also, I have found that I tend to like some of the shirts I already own more if I layer them with a tank/cami or a cardigan.

Posted 10/14/10 2:39 PM
 

Waste06
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I would add to my existing wardrobe.

I wouldn't be able to justify spending $300, $400 or $500 on one item, unless it was an insanely gorgeous bag that I'd get a lot of use (years) out of.

I would buy a lot of classic stuff for work. Fitted pants, long sleeve sweaters/tops. Shoes and matching belts.

For more casual wear, I'd buy more jeans, fitted sweaters, different types of shoes (boots, clogs, sneakers, to match my mood).

I'd also buy more jackets & coats, since when I'm out, that's what people see on me the most (shopping, mall, etc.).

I'd add some sweater dresses into my wadrobe too, since those are versitile.

I'm not a big jewelry/accessory person, so I'd keep that minimal.

I'd also buy new work out clothes and lounging clothes for home. And some new pajamas.

I'd def. leave some money left over and get a lot of things tailored to fit me perfectly.

Message edited 11/5/2010 1:06:41 PM.

Posted 10/14/10 3:34 PM
 

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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by PrincessVonTrockel

I REALLY want a pair of Rene Caovilla shoes!

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LOVE! I agree...I would spend it on one pair of shoes or a bag...although I would prob need more than $1,000 Chat Icon

Posted 10/14/10 3:53 PM
 

irishbaby
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I would invest in a bag, hunter boots,and a black burberry barn jacket (the quilted style with the plaid lining).

Posted 10/14/10 4:48 PM
 

Juliet
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Considering you are a SAHM but also want to have style, I would see some skinny cords and long cardigans or those drapey open cardigans.

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Maybe something like this with a long-sleeve tee and a lightweight vest.

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Maybe an outfit or two like this, but with flat boots.
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And I like this look. A tunic sweater with a crisp white shirt and leggings or skinny jeans.
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Message edited 10/14/2010 6:32:02 PM.

Posted 10/14/10 6:30 PM
 

TheLorax
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I would buy a bunch of the items I have been eyeing and then a few staples (layering pieces, jeggings, tall socks for under boots)

A few items on my list!

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Posted 10/14/10 6:44 PM
 

Mrs213
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I'd revamp my whole wardrobe and spend some money on some great shoes. I never have money for shoesChat Icon

Posted 10/14/10 8:44 PM
 

munchkinfacemama
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I would buy the Manolo Blahnik high heeled Mary Janes I have been lusting over for years and then buy some essentials-boot cut Seven for All Mankind (my favorite jeans), black cashmere turtleneck, then I would blow the rest at a place such as Forever 21 and get cute accessories and cheapie pieces!

Posted 10/14/10 9:24 PM
 

NeedtoHide
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns

Posted 10/15/10 11:09 AM
 

Diana712
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by NeedtoHide

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns



I have the C/L pumps you are talking about and I cant walk in them .. They are WAY WAY too high .. I wore them maybe 3x .. WASTE of money.

Posted 10/15/10 11:37 AM
 

MrsFlatbread
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...


$1000 would go towards a bag. i'd much rather put that towards a nice, expensive bag that will last me for years!

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Posted 10/15/10 3:18 PM
 

MarisaK
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by Diana712

Posted by NeedtoHide

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns



I have the C/L pumps you are talking about and I cant walk in them .. They are WAY WAY too high .. I wore them maybe 3x .. WASTE of money.



BLASPHEMY !!!
What size are they? I"ll take them off your hands !! Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 10/15/10 3:42 PM
 

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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by johnsae

Posted by PrincessVonTrockel

I REALLY want a pair of Rene Caovilla shoes!



LOVE! I agree...I would spend it on one pair of shoes or a bag...although I would prob need more than $1,000 Chat Icon




I love his shoes! I so wish they came in my size. Chat Icon

Message edited 10/15/2010 4:53:28 PM.

Posted 10/15/10 4:53 PM
 

Diana712
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by MarisaK

Posted by Diana712

Posted by NeedtoHide

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns



I have the C/L pumps you are talking about and I cant walk in them .. They are WAY WAY too high .. I wore them maybe 3x .. WASTE of money.



BLASPHEMY !!!
What size are they? I"ll take them off your hands !! Chat Icon Chat Icon



I know I know shame on me!!!!!!They are a 39 !!!! They make me sick to my stomach when I look at them because they are gorgeous!!! I just tried them on again and I really cant believe I bought them this high!!! There is no platform to help you out .. You are on your tippy toes literally.. I took a picture with them on when i was pregnant .. I had to be sitting or I would have killed myself!!!

Here they are!

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Posted 10/15/10 8:09 PM
 

PrincessVonTrockel
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by MarisaK

Posted by Diana712

Posted by NeedtoHide

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns



I have the C/L pumps you are talking about and I cant walk in them .. They are WAY WAY too high .. I wore them maybe 3x .. WASTE of money.



BLASPHEMY !!!
What size are they? I"ll take them off your hands !! Chat Icon Chat Icon




OMG Seriously if they were a 36, I would have bought them. Chat Icon Chat Icon

Posted 10/15/10 11:32 PM
 

PennyCat
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Definitely all on one handbag.

I can't post a pic of the one I"d choose because if I actually shop around the internet for the one I'd want, I'd be making myself feel bad that I don't actually have $1000 to spend on one right now!! Chat Icon

Posted 10/16/10 2:00 AM
 

missfabulous
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

I'd treat myself to a Louis Vuitton!

Posted 10/16/10 8:07 AM
 

NeedtoHide
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

Posted by Diana712

Posted by NeedtoHide

id get C Loubiton signature black round toe leather pumps for $600

then spend $400 at Marshalls/Tj maxx and Loehmanns



I have the C/L pumps you are talking about and I cant walk in them .. They are WAY WAY too high .. I wore them maybe 3x .. WASTE of money.



really...good to know, so i dont feel as bad about not owning them! Chat Icon

Posted 10/16/10 9:45 AM
 

orchid24
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Re: You have $1,000 to spend...

i pretty much wear the same thing everyday-same black top with jeans and either boots or converses (sandals in the summer). i'd take the $1000 and buy a nice, leather handbag that's neutral enough to go with everything, and a neutral coat as well since it's getting chillier, and a cute pair of shoes/boots

Posted 10/16/10 11:11 AM
 
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