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October Purchases

11/01/12 | H+M, monthly purchases, shopping, Zara

Happy November! I can not believe how quickly 2012 is passing! I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Halloween last night and that everyone on the East Coast is staying safe in the aftermath of Sandy. This month my shopping was a bit more ridiculous that usual and what is unusual, none of these things were purchased online! Some of these items were from national main-stream department stores and some were from unique holes in the wall that you can only find in Lower Manhattan.

White chiffon and gold beaded top from Mystique boutique
Plaid Printed Pants from H&M
Gold Evening Dress from Necessary Clothing (which I wore to the gala)
Tan and Gold Studded Chiffon Top from Mystique boutique
Turquoise Owl Bracelet from Soho Boutique
Gold studded leather cross body bag from Zara
Metallic sliver skinny belt from Soho boutique

     

Did you buy anything fun in October? (Ps. Note the velvet hangers, a definite must!)
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Comments

  1. Sara says

    November 6, 2012 at 6:05 am

    Your list is perfection, I want every single item you covet for, especially the dress and accessories, they would all be an amazing addition to any wardrobe. Your have a lovely blog by the way and I am a new follower on GFC and Bloglovin! Hope you will like my blog and follow back!

    Pop Culture&Fashion Magic

  2. Jessica Cai says

    November 3, 2012 at 6:04 pm

    great purchases! i LOVE that gold gown, it’s super glamorous ๐Ÿ˜€ if you enjoy my blog too, would you like to follow each other? xo jess
    http://www.stylizedluxe.blogspot.com

  3. zaiena Haider says

    November 3, 2012 at 5:27 am

    gorgeous love the pieces love the pants and the studded clutch xxx

    http://WWW.ZAIENA.com
    On a Style HIgh

  4. Kim (A Very Sweet Blog) says

    November 2, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    Fabulous items! You got some great stuff! Love the pants, owl cuff and bag. And ohhhhhhhhhh that dress!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

  5. [email protected] says

    November 2, 2012 at 11:02 am

    you certainly know how to buy great stuff .
    the owl golden bangle & shimmery maxi dress are my top favorite ,
    thanks for the add . always stop by & check out my latest .

    http://nanybuz91.blogspot.com/

  6. Aurรฉlie and Angelo says

    November 2, 2012 at 8:52 am

    Wow, gorgeous purchases! Love the blouse, pants and dress! xxx

    http://aurelieandangelo.com/

  7. Lise Devos says

    November 2, 2012 at 8:49 am

    the dress is amazing!!! Love the things you bought!
    Now following you!

    http://www.fashionaddict09.blogspot.be

  8. life is style says

    November 2, 2012 at 8:05 am

    great blog dear, lovely stuff.
    you have a new follower..kisses

  9. Estelle La Mode says

    November 2, 2012 at 7:52 am

    The long dress is stunning!

    Xx
    http://www.estellelamode.com

  10. Heather says

    November 2, 2012 at 7:07 am

    That gold evening dress is absolutely amazing!

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

  11. Mira says

    November 2, 2012 at 7:05 am

    The dress and the ring are so gorgeous <3
    xo

    glamDevils

  12. Rosalinda Tjioe says

    November 2, 2012 at 6:44 am

    You got amazing pieces! xx

    http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

  13. Inge says

    November 2, 2012 at 5:29 am

    yes – I made some nice purchases in October – maybe I should display them as you did? what a nice idea! I got myself a pair of nude pumps, a pair of high waist flair jeans and a white T…so must-haves in every woman’s wardrobe

    Ingrid
    Is there still a child in you? Then check out what you can find in London: http://www.ingridslifeandluxury.com/2012/11/fashion-bears-in-london.html

  14. Fabrizia says

    November 2, 2012 at 4:56 am

    So many cool purchases! I adore the long dress, and the purse!
    Come back soon to visit my blog: Cosa mi metto???
    Win a red dress by Max C London!

  15. The Fashion Milkshake says

    November 2, 2012 at 4:01 am

    Great post!

    Love this look ๐Ÿ™‚ !!

    Just stopped by your blog!
    Loved it instantly so I have no choice but to follow you around!!

    Please feel free to check out my blog if you have the time

    Love,

    Janice
    the-fashion-milkshake.blogspot.com

  16. Jessica says

    November 2, 2012 at 3:50 am

    that sparkly dress is soo gorgeous!

    Jessica
    http://www.jumpintopuddles.com/

  17. Sonshu says

    November 2, 2012 at 3:46 am

    That is indeed gorgeous, love the pants and the sequin dress. Stunning!
    Cant wait to see how you wear them!

    <3
    Sonshu
    http://www.thesonshu.com

  18. Kendra Alexandra says

    November 2, 2012 at 3:42 am

    Love every purchase!
    Your blog is great too, going back to check out past posts now!
    Would you like to follow each other on GFC??

    Kendra
    xx

    http://www.stoleninspiration.com

    Ohhh by the way we have a great giveaway on at the moment for some Le Spec sunglasses!

  19. Sharmili says

    November 2, 2012 at 1:23 am

    great purchases ๐Ÿ™‚ I have the shorts of those h&m pants !
    xx mili

    callmemaeby.blogspot.com/

  20. Aya Pimentel says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:48 pm

    Those looks great! ๐Ÿ™‚

    -Aya <3

    Mind if we follow each others blog? ๐Ÿ™‚
    http://www.ayapimentel.blogspot.com

  21. Head to Toe Chic says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:05 pm

    I have those H&M pants too! They are so fun!

    xo,
    Angela
    headtotoechic.blogspot.com

  22. Laura Go says

    November 1, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    ooooh what a haul! I love that dress.
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights
    the shop of worldly delights

  23. Katie says

    November 1, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    Hello, pretty!

    Thank you so much for visiting my blog, and becoming my newest follower! You have such a sweet space here … I’m off to check out more!

  24. FierceandFashionable says

    November 1, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    Gooosh I bought so much stuff in October, it is probably best I don’t reflect on all the purchases! hahaha My bank account took a hit!

    Love your new stuff, very pretty!

    xo Michelle

    Fierce & Fashionable

  25. rae says

    November 1, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    i really love the items of clothing you picked up, especially those lovely pants.

    http://www.lovefromberlin.net/
    xx rae

  26. Eleonora Manzi says

    November 1, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    Lovely purchases!

    Xoxo

    Rouge and Chocolate Blog
    Rouge and Chocolate Facebook
    Rouge and Chocolate Twitter

  27. amandamaria06 says

    November 1, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    I am in love with that cross bag! So pretty!!

    http://amandamaria06.blogspot.ca/

  28. Courtney Starr says

    November 1, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    You bought pretty things!

    girlavantgarde.com

  29. Katie says

    November 1, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    that long dress is gorgeous!!

  30. zhanna says

    November 1, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    Amazing finds. I especially love the owl jewelry. In love with owls!!
    XO,
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

  31. Rachel Hall says

    November 1, 2012 at 7:20 pm

    Cannot believe it is November already!! Eek!
    Love the dress! Gorgeous finds.

    xx Rach
    LUXEHALL.com

  32. Natasha xoxo says

    November 1, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    Those plaid pants are adorable! I’m planning on visiting H&M tomorrow ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo, tasha
    Enter to win a statement necklace + bracelet set

  33. Sister Couture says

    November 1, 2012 at 6:50 pm

    love all these purchases! i followed your gorgeous blog! do you think you could check out mine & maybe follow or just leave a comment. would love to hear from you!

  34. Estilo Hedรณnico says

    November 1, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    Amazing!!!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://www.facebook.com/estilohedonico
    http://estilohedonico.blogspot.pt/

    xoxo

  35. bianca f says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    great purchases ๐Ÿ™‚

    x
    http://worryaboutitlaterr.blogspot.com

  36. Mariana says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    didnt buy at all ! cool stuff !
    http://www.thehandbookofstyle.com

  37. http://thevitrineissue.blogspot.gr/ says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    i loved those pants and the shirt!!so beautiful!!xx

    http://thevitrineissue.blogspot.gr/

  38. Stesha Jordan says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:27 pm

    that owl ring is amazing!!

    xxS

  39. Libby says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    That evening dress is absolutely stunning! And I adore the tank. You’ve inspired me to keep track of my clothing purchases for the month. I’d never though of doing that!
    -XOXO-
    Libby at http://libbysoutlook.blogspot.com/

  40. GingerGirl says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:17 pm

    Thank you so much for your comment!! I’m glad that you liked my styling! ๐Ÿ™‚ There’s much more and better to come at my blog, so if you want to stay tunned to my new updates, just follow me! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    ♥ ★ ♥ GINGER COLLAGE ♥ ★ ♥

  41. Emily Marie {Isnt That Charming} says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Great purchases! I love that chiffon blouse. Happy first of November — where did the year go?!
    Isn’t That Charming.

  42. nancy @ adore to adorn says

    November 1, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    Super fun purchases! Love the printed pants! =) Yes, time is definitely flying! Too fast!
    xo,
    nancy

  43. dipitblack.com says

    November 1, 2012 at 4:37 pm

    Ooh! Those pants are gorgeous!
    And love that owl ring!
    Great purchases!

    X
    http://dipitblack.com

  44. Levi (tlnique) says

    November 1, 2012 at 4:36 pm

    Beautiful maxi dress! ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://www.tlnique.blogspot.com

  45. Jenny Budka says

    November 1, 2012 at 4:01 pm

    Those are some great pieces, I love the palette! Thanks for checking out my blog. I am a new follower. ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo Jenny
    [archi]dress

  46. lolly says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    loe the owl ring! such a beautiful colour ๐Ÿ™‚

  47. Katherine / Of Corgis and Cocktails says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:43 pm

    i really love that top with the gold sequin edging just lovely

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

  48. Little Rus says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    Those trousers are great! Love the pattern and colours. x

  49. La Vie En Rose says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    The owl bracelet is quite lovely !!
    ๐Ÿ™‚
    http://from-brussels-with-love.blogspot.be

  50. Nina Normalo says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    This owl bracelet is sooo cute!
    And the gold evening dress… just FABULOUS!!!
    You did a great shopping-job during october ๐Ÿ™‚

    ♥, Nina
    style-tagebuch.blogspot.com

  51. Lucie Srbovรก says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    Gorgeous gold dress!

  52. Sheila says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    Love the sheer blouse and owl bracelet! Very cute and fun. ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo – Sheila
    http://www.sheislovelyblog.com

  53. Kristin says

    November 1, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    cute bag!! love all of your purchases!

    xo,
    Kristin

  54. Allison says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    OMG so many great things!

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Allison
    AND PS, please don’t forget to enter my 1500 follower GIVEAWAY here! ๐Ÿ™‚
    A’s Fashion Files
    Shop Kawaii Kitsch by A on Etsy!

  55. Ang Lam says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    These are all great purchases!!

    Would you like to follow each other other on gfc and bloglovin?

    The Closet 365

  56. Chrissie says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    I love the dress too!!! On Sunday I must go to a ball and I want this dress for it ๐Ÿ™‚

    Greets from the DIE EDELFABRIK
    Chrissie

  57. Fede says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    the long dress is so nice…
    I LOVE SHOPPING

  58. his little lady says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:21 pm

    That gold evening dress is simply stunning!
    xo TJ

  59. Rakel says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    Great post ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://alovelystyle.blogspot.com.es/

  60. Monica says

    November 1, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    All of those are amazing, I like that your style is casual but elegant with those shimmery details. I gotta check out what printed pant they have at my H&M now also!

    -Monica
    http://lemonpetit.blogspot.com

  61. Amy K says

    November 1, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    I don’t think I could ever pull off those pants!

    Much Love

  62. EMILLANA says

    November 1, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    i love the pants, have the same!

  63. All about lady Things says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:29 pm

    I love the dress *.*

    It’s just amazing ๐Ÿ˜€

    Don’t miss the greatest giveaway HERE! ๐Ÿ™‚

    All about Lady Things

  64. Ag Fenwick says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    Really interesting post:)
    Lovely blog! Thinking of following each other?

    LOVE,
    A&G
    Our Blog – F A S H I O N O X Y G E N

  65. Telma says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    Lovely ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://trapeziovermelho.blogspot.pt

  66. Makeup & Art Freak says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Thank you so much!! Following you right back!! :))

  67. Jacy says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    I love the sparkle in your tank top and maxi dress! Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my outfit post ๐Ÿ™‚

    ~Jacy

    http://www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

  68. Natasha Gregson says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Me neither, it doesn’t seem like yesterday it was January!! Nice pieces-my faves the owl ring, I so obsessed with owl gear at the moment ๐Ÿ˜€

    ngofficial.blogspot.co.uk

    <3

  69. Kristin Reynolds says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:48 am

    i think i need that long sparkly dress! lovvvee it!

    http://everythingsalwayssunny.blogspot.com

    Kristin
    xxx

  70. arayofsunblog.com says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:19 am

    I love the owl bracelet and the gold sparkly dress! Perfect for the holidays!
    xoxo
    Megan
    http://www.arayofsunblog.com

  71. Luba Dimitrova says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:17 am

    Nice finds , darling !

    XX Luba

    :: Well Living Blog ::
    http://very-well-living.blogspot.com

  72. alongobucco says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:14 am

    Those H&M pants are awesome…what a good buy!

    Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

  73. Brandy Saldana says

    November 1, 2012 at 11:07 am

    I love this post. You bought a lot of pretty things. This could help me put my spending into perspective actually by rounding up all the things I purchased each month! lol

    whattowearwithpandy.blogspot.com

  74. mafalda. says

    November 1, 2012 at 10:37 am

    I love everything honey great purchases! ๐Ÿ™‚
    x

    http://be-your-own-hero-now.blogspot.pt/

  75. Helena Resende says

    November 1, 2012 at 10:31 am

    You bought really nice things! ๐Ÿ™‚

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