Friday, February 18, 2011

21 days

I recently read that to kick a habit you needed to last 21 days without breaking it! I have been on a mission to save some money {for my chic little bungalow by the sea, remember?}. I've been doing pretty well, {even while in NYC last weekend} but my goal has been to last 21 days without buying anything superfluous, say like a new lip gloss or my fiftieth tank top from Target.

I actually could really use some new clothes, especially some Spring items. I figure if I do save some extra cash, I'd rather put it towards two great pieces, then ten "not-so great pieces". When I make it to "21" actual days, I'll let you know. My Spring fashion muse? Is Olivia Palmero {I know I posted her image last week} but she's always tied together classically with a bit of a edge. {just my kind of style really, not too out there or but not too conservative}

Happy Weekend!!

13 comments:

Studio 13 said...

She does have the best style! {And I too need to stay away from the Target tank tops.. it's tough!}

Ivy Lane said...

Old Navy has some great, fun spring fashions if you're on a budget.... hope you make it to the 21st day!!! :)

p.s. then what happens??? lol!

Jenna@simplybonvivant.com said...

Love this look. A little bit of insight on the 21 days thing...your hypothalamus controls all habits and addictions and it takes 21 days to reset that part of the brain...I swear it works!! Keep it up and you will be relaxing in those shoes in your bungalow soon. Have a great weekend!

Liz said...

OoOo love this look! saving money is SO hard, especially for us fashion lovers :) good luck!

meenal @ maison marigold said...

I totally agree with you on saving for 'two great pieces' rather that 10 not-so-great pieces....As for Olivia Palermo...she's easy on the eyes..in't she ;)..make that down-right gorgeous..and those silver shoes...not many could carry those of!! All the best for whatever is left of your 21 days!!!

Black Zebra said...

I swear if I don't posses those pair of shoes by the end of the month I'll have to jump out of a window!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

court. said...

good luck! i'm trying to steer clear of tarjay as well. it's a money pit.

Mom of 2 Cuties @ Sprinkles of Joy and Laughter said...

I do love her look as well..not many could pull off those shoes..me for one! Good luck on your habit changing and saving for your sweet little home!

Linda Pakravan said...

I can't wait to see your two great pieces. And brava for doing well in NYC! Our visits are more often than not accompanied by an alarming money hemorrhage. Hand me the ATM card! Stat!

Brilliant Chic said...

I'm with you...save up for the pieces that truly make you smile when you put them on!

The Social Secretary said...

this is a great idea considering i was at target today and managed to get lipgloss, eye cream, a new rug, dish towels...and all i needed was contact solution.
good luck!

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whitney said...

i agree with this completely! i have given up bagels and the first couple weeks were hard (i used to eat them 2-3 times a week) but now, i don't crave them.

good luck with the savings!

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