Let's hear it for the boy!!

In case you ever think about grabbing something for you're boo, here are a few things that I would feel good about my date walking down the street wearing. Some on sale already, some not yet...

Boys - by BagInHand on Polyvore.com

When times are rough...

When you need to watch your spending, even when you only buy at markdown, you have to be that much more careful in what you buy and think about how many great wears you'll get out of it. Accessaries, by their very nature, give you a better return on investment. So expect to see more accessories posts from me in the next few months... And remember, these things aren't marked down yet, but they will be, and our strategy will be in place.

When times are rough... - by BagInHand on Polyvore.com

Spring (wardrobing) Has Sprung!

You may not be ready to start thinking about it, but spring apparel is in stores and soon all fall sale will be gone. Now is a good time to start strategizing about spring buys. It's still so cold that there's no risk of talking yourself into buying anything at full price. Plus, who can think about full price with all the discounts flooding everywhere?


Spring Inspiration by BagInHand

Look at what's coming through the major fashion labels to figure out what your going to watch and what your going to use as inspiration to guide your other purchases. Plus, soon you'll be pulling out last year's buys that you either wore briefly, or not at all, and you'll want to compliment those key pieces or look to fill in the gaps.

If you don't remember, last year had alot of gladiator sandles, metalics, florals and boho chic. You can still wear all of that. All of these are still in. But look to round things out with the new themes of rocker/material girl, euro sexy and rich color.

My inspiration comes from Halston's butterfly cardigan dress, Phillip Lim's ruffled mini skirt and girly bow tie jacket, Micheal Kors neon blue rockstar dress, and Just Cavali's lolipop mini. All will be within reach at first markdown, or all of them have one attribute that you will be able to find somewhere else at a lower price.

If I were to splurge...

Happy New Year! If you were good this year, and held off on shopping until deep discount time, you were greatly rewarded. I will never forget seeing Saks.com with their 80% off post at the bottom of thier site...

I was very good, and with my birthday coming up at the end of this month, I would find that occassion enough for a splurge, and this is all I'd want ;) Shearling militart bomber, Slow and Steady everything canvas bag, and Atwood studded pumps.


splurge by BagInHand