A little twist on WIWW

So, WIWW normally stands for "What I Wore Wednesday" on various blogs, but since I (AGAIN) forgot to take pics of my outfits this week, I decided to feature some of my new finds.  Therefore, today's WIWW stands for "What I WILL Wear." 

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Oh, and in case you're interested, I'm part of some WIWW link-ups here:

http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2015/05/what-i-wore-90/

http://www.shannasaidso.com/2015/05/chicwish-floral-dress-spring-2015.html

http://getyourprettyon.com/outfit-builder-grid-an-easy-way-to-get-dressed-every-day/

http://tuckerup.blogspot.com/2015/05/wiww-vacation-hangover-link-up.html

http://pampers-pearls.blogspot.com/2015/05/mid-week-muse-link-up-essentials-for.html

http://pumpsandpushups.com/oh-hey-girl-link-up-pink-mini/            

http://www.fortheloveofleopard.com/2015/05/style-me-weekly-week-19.html

http://www.classyyettrendy.com/2015/05/trendy-wednesday-link-up-23-spring.html                                                                   

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As I've mentioned before, I love to shop, so if I'm out and about picking up things like food or toiletries, I always manage to swing by a few clearance sections.

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I mean, does that say it all or what?  

Speaking of Target's clearance section, I picked up these babies - each for $3 or under (plus an additional 5% off with my REDcard).  Can't beat that.  These are great for PJs, layering, or whatever!

I wanted to check Old Navy for polos and shorts for my son (which I found!), and while I was there I somehow ended up in the women's clearance section.  Unfortunately, it was a complete and utter disaster area, but I managed to find three excellent deals.  (Let's be real - I always manage.)

Deal #1: Coral Striped Maxi - originally $35 - on sale for $20

(I already have the black striped one like this and I love it, so I figured I'd get this color.  I think it'll look great even in the fall with a navy cardigan.  By the way, please ignore the terrible photo.  I was in a rush so I just stuck it on the back of my closet door and snapped away.)

Deals #2 & 3: Vintage V-Neck Tee & Silver Hoop Earrings

 The tee and earrings were $4 each.  I mean, they were practically giving them away.

 

Then I had a 10% off coupon that I was able to use on my whole purchase.  With these deals, plus my son's three pairs of shorts and two polos, I only paid around $40!

 

These next purchases were from my trip to Kohl's last week.  I had Kohl's cash, a birthday coupon, and another coupon that had come in the mail, so I headed out on a mission to pick up some Mother's Day presents for my mom and mom-in-law.  After I found some things for them, I booked it over to the jewelry clearance section.

 

I mean, after all...

 

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 So here's what I found.  Happy Mother's Day to me.

 

Let's break this down:

 

Vera Wang necklace = $7 and change

"M" adjustable cuff bracelet = $3 and change

Apt. 9 gold bar earrings = $2 and change

 

I then popped over to the shoe department because I was DESPERATELY in need of a new pair of sneakers.  I know I'm usually sarcastic when I say I need something when I'm out shopping, but this time it's the truth.  In fact, this is embarrassing, but I'm going to tell you anyway... the last time I bought a pair of real sneakers (like, not fashion sneakers) was in 2005.  I know.  Gross.  It was right before my then boyfriend/now husband and I headed off on a cruise to Alaska.  Since then, I've only worn them when necessary.  Otherwise, I default to pretty much any other kind of shoe.  (Can you tell that working out is not a priority for me?)

 

I found these (see below).  I loved them when I first saw them because, well, HELLO coral and purple.  And they were $22!  But then I brought them home and was like, "What did I do?  Do I look like I belong in a workout video from the '80s?"

 

 

So I did what any fashion-savvy but sometimes confused girl would do - I texted a picture to my friend to get another opinion.  My friend Amanda was in Denver for a wedding, but obviously this was important.  Her response?  She loves bright sneakers and owns (at least) two pairs of colorful ones.  Done deal.

 

I got some pretty good deals, huh?  BUT WAIT.  Oh, wait.  With my Kohl's cash, birthday coupon, mail coupon, my total that day came to $0.09.  Yes, you read that right: NINE CENTS, people!  And that price includes the two Mother's Day gifts I picked out!

 

Does anyone else get SO excited by deals?  It's the best thing.  And that's why this next image rubs me the WRONG WAY. 

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Seriously, who says that?  I'll tell you who.  A man... that's who.

 

Sit tight, people.  I have more to share.

 

These next beauties came home with me yesterday.  I had $30 in gift certificates to DSW, and since DSW was right next to Old Navy, I figured I might as well go in and peruse the clearance section.  You never know what you're going to find, right?  Like Coach moccasins.  In coral.  (I'm on a coral kick, apparently.)

 

 

Was I looking for anything like these?  Absolutely not.  I thought I'd find a cute pair of flip flops or sandals or flats.  But I didn't look at ANYTHING that wasn't in the clearance section.  I didn't let myself. 

Picture this:  I had metaphorical blinders on and just speed-walked to the very back of the store. 
(I have to be honest... it was SO hard.)

But then, there they were.  And they were 70% off.  And I had gift certificates to use.  And I paid $24 for them.  And they are normally $100 more than that.  That's what I call a win.  WIIIIIIIIN.
I'm looking forward to wearing them with trouser jeans, especially.  They are so, so comfortable but I would have NEVER paid full price. 

Okay - one last item to share with you.  This shirt:

 

I actually purchased this for $10 from a blogger who was trying to get rid of some clothes.  Thanks, Kim!  I love it.  It reminds me of a Monet painting.

 

Oh, before you go, I forgot to tell you... I felt a bit selfish with all of my purchases, so I told my husband I'd get him this:

 

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.

 

Is this not one of the most hysterical things you've ever seen?  A unisex V-neck sleepshirt?  And look how happy the male model looks in it with his morning cup o' joe.  Nothing like a good sleepshirt.

 

Well, enough shopping for me for a while.  (That will be hard.  Very hard.  MUST... NOT... GO... SHOPPING.)

 

Hope you'll stop back tomorrow for this week's "Thankful Thursday."

 

Wait a second... 

 

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I like this idea better.  It's so much more, well, me.