Unfortunately, I didn't find the shopping to be as great as I expected. This could have been because it was the end of sale period and there wasn't as great a variety of stock, but I just didn't find that many unique pieces. Let's face it, I do like my Australian/ NZ designers.
That said, I did do a bit of shopping and had some fair finds. It amazed me just how cheaply you can buy into the latest trends, so that even at full price it hardly feels like spending money at all. There were also quality pieces that were much cheaper in America, so I splurged on jeans, shoes and a watch. And let's not even mention the skincare and make-up...
Here are some of my purchases:
Floral jeans; cream and spearmint knits, from Forever 21 - super cheap!
Super cheap but super cute blouse from H&M, pictured with Stuart Weizmann brogues bought on sale from Saks 5th Ave (they remind me of those Marc Jacobs ones I'd hoped I'd find)
Knit and pleat skirt from Zara - brights were a big trend!
Michael Kors watch and J Brand jeans...and yes, this is me lying on the grass, exhausted after a day's shopping.
Yay I have been waiting to see your purchases! :) Love the maxi dress and the floral jeans, very cute! x
ReplyDeleteAwesome purchases! Love the maxi, the brogues and the watch! x
ReplyDeleteOrange sweater and blue skirt from zara are so amazing! I am completely in love with the color combo! Love your blog and now following! Maybe you'll have time to visit my blog:)
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Annabelle
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Oh exciting - Am looking forward to a post with those floral jeans on. Hopefully I might find the shopping a bit better, but as I've scouted out what I actually want I imagine my experience will be a little different.
ReplyDeleteLove that last shot of you lying on the grass! :)
Great buys! What's the quality of Forever 21 comparable to in Australia? I've sometimes considered ordering from their online store...
ReplyDeleteLove all your purchases - interested to see that maxi dress on - super cute!
ReplyDeleteLiving in the states - I've taken XXI for granted, but looking at all your cute pieces, I'm thinking I need to take a trip there.
xx.
Judy