What fashion items have you purchased lately?

[BeachMama]

I am all over white this year. I have white shorts (and I otherwise kinda hate shorts), two pair of white capris (or really long shorts, I guess), white pants to wear w/ flats, and white pants to wear w/ heels. Even a new white purse.

The newest additions to my wardrobe are handbags. In addition to the white, I got a mustardy yellow, and a crayola green one. I'm loading pics right now.

[RaisingThemLeft]

I just bought three pairs of pedal pushers and one pair of shorts from American Eagle Outfitters today. I got a couple of graphic t's too. I am also loving the tube tops out this year (not the tight, belly baring ones, but the ones that are flowey after the "tube" part). I like the pedal pushers because they are longer than bermudas but shorter than most capris and not short like short shorts which I can't wear. The short lengths have been funky this year. Bermudas, IMO, look horrible on most people. The way they cut you off right at the knee makes most people look dumpy.

[BeachMama]

I realize that these bags may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I adore a splash of color w/ my outfits.

This is the white one. It's patent, but I don't know if you can tell in the pic.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2292.jpg


Here is the green one.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2295.jpg


And this is the yellow one, which looks shinier and more mustardy in the pic than IRL. It's actually a pretty soft (faux) leather, IRL.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2296.jpg

[BeachMama]

RTL...I am pretty picky about the length of my "shorts" too. They either have to hit right above my knee (and even then, if they're not the right cut, they won't work) or right below. Hitting AT my knee is an awful length for me. I'm not a fan of shorter shorts, but I have two pair that I'll wear this summer (white and army green).

[RaisingThemLeft]

I'm with you on all of that. The pedal pushers I have are right below the knee. I tried on some that were right above the knee, but because of the fit I hated them (they were kind of tight). The one pair I ended up with that were a shorter length were a little looser and sort of a khaki color.

[BeachMama]

I got these shorts recently too. They hit just above my knee.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2303.jpg

[BeachMama]

Do you have a link to them?

[RaisingThemLeft]

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat380159&productId=2331_3155
http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90034&productId=prod2330024
http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90034&productId=0325_2520
http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90034&productId=0325_2514

[BeachMama]

I'd have to see the first and 2nd pairs on to know if I liked them, but I love the third and fourth pairs. Super cute.

Those plaid ones above are in need of new shoes. LOL. I am thinking a tan colored leather flip flop. I tried them on w/ my dark brown Old Navy cheap flip flops and they look funny. Too dark, I think. Maybe something like these...
http://www.paylessshoes.com/Images/300x300/061271_1_300x300.jpg

[MiMi_of_4]

I love the purses, BeachMama! I got this for Mother's Day ~

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y57/MiMiToby/me/02708663_zi_fuchsia.jpg

[JustMoi]

So far, I got two print tops that are hard to describe. They are sleeveless but not tank tops, but the bodice portion (where the breasts go) is that smocked stretchy stuff while the rest is free flowing. I bought one, and liked it so much I went back and got the other color. One is white with blue and brown and black print, the other is white with beige and red print.

I'll wear them to work with either dress pants or dress capris.

[RaisingThemLeft]

The second ones are super cute on. They make me look thinner, even dh noticed it. I'm wearing them right now with a tube top I got from Target. The first pair are cute on too, but mostly I got them because they are really comfy and practical for what I'm going to be doing this summer (running around with kids).

[BeachMama]

Has anyone tried these?
http://www.oldnavy.com/browse/product.do?cid=39882&pid=570928&scid=570928022

[RaisingThemLeft]

Your plaid shorts are really cute too Beach! Just Moi, I love those tops. I'm wearing one like that right now. I have the same top in two different colors too because I like it so much.

[BeachMama]

Mimi...I loooove that purse!!

I think I had the smocked/flowy tops you guys are describing when I was pg w/ Oscar. Mine had straps that you could remove or keep attached (due to boobage I had to keep them attached, lol).

[BeachMama]

Are you talking about shirts like this?
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41nQMA6OKBL._SS260_.jpg

[HammBugga]

4 pairs of short shorts, a new bathing suit and a few tanks that kind of "drape" to hide my belly fat. Amber says I have nice legs and I need to show them off so I am.

[RaisingThemLeft]

Yep, in fact that is it! I have two of those. I looked all over for a link too. They are sold out at Target. Mine are in fushia and purple though.

[BeachMama]

I believe her. Now show us pics of your legs, woman!

[BeachMama]

That link was Target. I think they're $6.49.

[HammBugga]

I'm seeing those tops again everywhere. They were popular like 4 years ago. I guess they are back. They make me look pregnant though.

[RaisingThemLeft]

Wow, they must be on clearance. I couldn't find it at the Target website. I must have been looking in the wrong place. They haven't been in the stores here for quite a while now.

[catkrazy99]

I bought a pair of workout pants at Kohls back in February and I bought walking shoes in May from Wal-mart.

[HammBugga]

Ask and you shall receive. This is the best I could get though because B was taking the pic
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b165/hammbugga/043-5.jpg

lol this is funny. I was looking through my pb and came across this. Here is what they looked like 10 years ago...http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b165/hammbugga/image-1-2.jpg

[HammBugga]

This is the top I have on (http://www.aeropostale.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2970546&cp=2284058.3148193&clickid=cat_leftnav_txt&parentPage=family)

[xobehs]

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/womens/brandswomen/abstudio/tops/PRD~338071/AB+Studio+Patchwork+Charmeuse+Top.jsp

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/womens/brandswomen/abstudio/tops/PRD~338094/AB+Studio+Trapunto+Tank.jsp

[RaisingThemLeft]

You do have nice legs! Mine are all cottage cheesy at the top :(

[BeachMama]

Hamm...my legs look a lot like yours! Only mine are in need of a tan. Is that a scar on your knee? Because I have a scar that looks exactly like that on my left knee.


I'm seeing those tops again everywhere. They were popular like 4 years ago. I guess they are back. They make me look pregnant though.
I could only sport that look when I was pregnant. I guess because that is the only time my boobs don't look so big (because something else is actually bigger). I had a top like that when I was pg w/ Oscar, so about 2.5-3 years ago. It's funny how things make big circles (like vintage stuff) and then how others make small circles, like every 5 years or so. Sometimes even less.

xobehs...those tops are really cute!

[HammBugga]

That's a birth mark actually. It looks like a fried chicken leg, lol

[camille97]

I'd have to see the first and 2nd pairs on to know if I liked them, but I love the third and fourth pairs. Super cute.

Those plaid ones above are in need of new shoes. LOL. I am thinking a tan colored leather flip flop. I tried them on w/ my dark brown Old Navy cheap flip flops and they look funny. Too dark, I think. Maybe something like these...
http://www.paylessshoes.com/Images/300x300/061271_1_300x300.jpg

They had those at Meijer two summers ago in the boy's section and I bought two pair. (they were on sale for $12).


Very comfy.

Lately I've been buying nursing clothes, that's it.

[BeachMama]

Those are boys shoes too, at Payless.

[lolcat]

http://icanhascheezburger.files.wordpress.com/2007/06/i-has-nuthing-to-ware.jpg

[camille97]

Those are boys shoes too, at Payless.

Boys sizes are wider. I fit a size 5 in boys, or an 8 in womens. I have fat feets. :(

[RedheadbyChoice]

I can't do white, at all. It looks horrendous on me. Think Yeti.

I did buy 2 new pairs of flip flops at Wally, $6.82 each. :)

[TuetonicWillow]

I don't wear a lot of white because I can't stay clean. Between my dogs, my preschooler and my general clumsiness, white doesn't last. I love the look of crisp white linen but I rarely risk it.

I'm into shoes and accessories again. I haven't liked much of anything out this past year but I am finally liking what's coming out for fall. I am already shopping ahead for accessories of all kinds- bags, jewelry, glasses, you name it.

[RedheadbyChoice]

*sigh*

I wish someone would shop for me, to tell me what looks good. I do love a good handbag, though.

[BeachMama]

TW, I need pics!

[TuetonicWillow]

Ok, I like these and can see loving & wearing these for many years since they are an instant classic:

http://images.saksfifthavenue.com/images/products/04/622/0288/0462202882837/0462202882837_275x275.jpg

I could do a lot with these:

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMX07UQ_mn.jpg


I like the giant size and the fresh color:
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMD9480_mn.jpg

I can't bring myself to actually buy any new bags. I have every style and color, big totes to tiny clutches. I can't find anything out there I like that isn't close to something I already have. I just need to actually rotate my bags.

You bag lovers should check out baghaus.com. It's a goldmine.

[Tweet]

I just bought a CUTE strapless sundress. It's orange and white small floral print.

[Tweet]

I love the purses, BeachMama! I got this for Mother's Day ~

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y57/MiMiToby/me/02708663_zi_fuchsia.jpg


I'm drooling over that!

[Babyblue]

I have bought bras underwear and socks, my old bras got too small, my underwear too big and 5/6 of my socks went mia.

[BeachMama]

TW...I agree that the first boots are a classic. The second ones are cute, but I don't like the plaid on the back. And the sunglasses are kick ass. I'd wear those in a heartbeat!

[BeachMama]

I wonder if your socks joined a sock puppet cult or something. Mine used to do that. If your markers are missing too, that's a sure sign.

[carterandcalliesmom]

I shouldn't have opened this - makes me want to go find some pedal pushers!
Anywhere else sell them other than American Eagle? I hardly ever see them - everything is either really long or really short (or bermuda). I LOVE pedal pushers and think they make me look slimmer too for some reason!

As for what I have purchased: I just went to Maurices the other day and got a bunch of tops - I couldn't find any bottoms :( I have this problem where everything is tight in my waist and super big in the butt and thighs - I totally lost my butt after having kids, but gained another person in the waist LOL.
I got a deep purple tank- kind of a scoop tank, but not real low like some are - has silver beading across the top - a black jacket - I suck at trying to describe this stuff so I am not even gonna try - then I got some babydoll type tank tops - yes I look preggo, but I guess that is okay since I am :)

Now that I am gonna be a SAHM I can wear all this fun stuff!! Love those shorts you got Beachmama - sorry, where did you say you got them? I like the plaid shorts like that, but never know what to wear with them.
Oh, and I did get a really cute pair of hot pink/white wedged canvas shoes from Wallyworld - only $10.42!!

ETA: I really want a cute summer dress, but I am short and have baby belly - also big boobs so it cannot be something strappy that i cannot wear a bra with - any suggestions?

[BeachMama]

I too have a thick waist in comparison to the rest of my body, except for I'm not pregnant! LOL. I also have huge boobs. I shop a LOT at Ross. I am limited (locally) to Ross, Fred Meyer, JC Penney (the worlds smallest, probably), Maurices and crazy expensive boutiques.

I generally have to try on a bazillion things to find one that fits. I think a babydoll or empire waist style sundress would look cute on a pregnant belly.

I got my plaid shorts at Ross and I plan on wearing them w/ a shirt shirt (tank, tee, or hoodie, depending on the weather) and khaki flip flops.

[carterandcalliesmom]

I too have a thick waist in comparison to the rest of my body, except for I'm not pregnant! LOL. I also have huge boobs. I shop a LOT at Ross. I am limited (locally) to Ross, Fred Meyer, JC Penney (the worlds smallest, probably), Maurices and crazy expensive boutiques.

I generally have to try on a bazillion things to find one that fits. I think a babydoll or empire waist style sundress would look cute on a pregnant belly.

I got my plaid shorts at Ross and I plan on wearing them w/ a shirt shirt (tank, tee, or hoodie, depending on the weather) and khaki flip flops.


I have never heard of Ross, but I wish we had one! When I first saw your shorts and you were talking about the flip flops, my first thought was oh, she is going to be so comfortable and cute taking photographs! :) I don't know, our JcPenney is awfully small too!

[BeachMama]

Where do you live? I know they had Ross stores (It's actually called "Ross Dress for Less") in New Mexico and Texas when we were there. They are really hit or miss, though, as far as cleanliness. The one by my house is nice and clean, but I've been in some that are downright disgusting.

[BeachMama]

Here is a store locator. Looks like you don't have one.

http://rossstores.findlocation.com/

[mamasmilk]

I love the purses, BeachMama! I got this for Mother's Day ~

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y57/MiMiToby/me/02708663_zi_fuchsia.jpg


i like that!! i slurged and bought 6 thirties covers. ha ha, thats it!

[BeachMama]

mamasmilk - do you mean records?

[BeachMama]

Mimi...what brand is your purse, if you don't mind me asking?

[mamasmilk]

mamasmilk - do you mean records?


No, Thirsties diaper cover's :O)
I cloth diaper my kiddo's

[Missymoo]

These:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/devila31/mothersday002.jpg

I am irrationally in love with them.

[BeachMama]

I see nothing irrational about that. I think those shoes are gorgeously fantabulous!!

[Iconoclast]

No new clothes, but I bought a new Fendi Spy bag in sunny yellow. I think it will spice up last years summers clothes just fine!

[Tufftitty]

Fashion items? Do they still make those? :D

Since becoming a mom I do well to buy groceries, let alone fashionable items.

Ho hum. I repeat my mantra, "Someday I will have free time." over & over again.

[curlygirl71]

These:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/devila31/mothersday002.jpg

I am irrationally in love with them.


Those are fantastic shoes! I love shoes.

[BeachMama]

No, Thirsties diaper cover's
I read your earlier post as 'thirties' covers, which is why I thought you meant 1930's albums. LOL.

Fashion items? Do they still make those?

Since becoming a mom I do well to buy groceries, let alone fashionable items.

Ho hum. I repeat my mantra, "Someday I will have free time." over & over again.
I rarely grocery shop. I let dh do it. I live in a small town, so a jaunt over to a clothin store is pretty quick. I often have dh watch the kids on one of his days off for a few hours so I can go shopping by myself. If I don't get 'me' time I go crazy.

[BeachMama]

Must I remind people - we need photos! A yellow bag? Hello? Pics?

[Olianna]

Does anyone have a Heritage store near them? I have been having the most difficult time buying tops that don't cling to my middle. I am fairly thin but thicker in the middle so I hate the style from the past few years. I was in search of pretty plain tees and I found the best tops ever. They were only like 15.00 and have great small details like a small amount of smocking or a small ruffle (sounds ugly but I don't know how else to describe it) at the neckline and or sleeves. They have a lot of other vintage inspired items but my breast are too big to fit in a lot of them.

I looked but they don't have a website. Apparently Heritage and Forever21 are the same company. From what I can figure out there are stores in CA, Philly, Mall of America in MN and one in Bethesda, MD.

[BeachMama]

I'm pretty sure Oregon has Forever21, but I've never shopped there.

[BeachMama]

I just went to www.forever21.com and they have the CUTEST tops!

[BeachMama]

Ooh, and cute shoes!

http://www.forever21.com/images/top/47423248-01.jpg

http://www.forever21.com/images/top/49318387-01.jpg

[BeachMama]

And bags!
http://www.forever21.com/images/large/49080382-02.jpg

http://www.forever21.com/images/large/49239826-01.jpg

http://www.forever21.com/images/large/48653134-02.jpg

[Carolina]

My very last fashion purchase was a pair of ultra low rise boot cut jeans (they fit so perfectly, I'm so excited!), some dangle earrings and a set of bangles with a few charms. I've been looking for the perfect pair of jeans for the last week and there was always a problem with the ones I tried on (either my hips looked huge, my ass looked flat, the jeans were too long or something else that didn't make me wanna buy them), then I found the perfect ones for only 30 dollars. I need to take pics.

[BeachMama]

Yep, take pics!

[BeachMama]

I also got this t-shirt the other day. I love the design so much that I am going to get a similar tattoo.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2307.jpg

I also colored my hair the other day, does that count? I look awful in this pic (tired and no make up), but it kinda shows the color.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2338.jpg

[BeachMama]

Actually, I have a pic that shows the color better, but my face looks even worse!

Edited to add pic, but I cropped it, lol.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/BeachMama/IMG_2356-1.jpg

[Olianna]

I really like that shirt. Is that from Target?

[StElmosFire]

Love, love, love the bags. I am a bag freak! Cute hair too! I have a red in my hair but only as lowlights and in the back underneath my highlights, if that makes sense.

Reminds me that I definately need to go shopping.

[NazirsMom]

Love, love, love the bags. I am a bag freak!

Yup... me too!

I bought this brownish color skirt from NY & Co....

I need to get some sandals! my shoe game is falling off a lil

[BeachMama]

I really like that shirt. Is that from Target?
Yep.

[Carolina]

Ok, since I said I was going to post some pics...I finally took them.
The jeans (don't mind the mirror that most likely needs some Windex)
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i33/schizophrenik5/DSC05275.jpg
The earrings
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i33/schizophrenik5/MyPicture-9.jpg
The bangles
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i33/schizophrenik5/10009.jpg

I guess it is because of the lights, but the colors look kinda different. The jeans are a little darker than what you see in this pic.

ETA: the accessories were soo low price, but I thought they were cute. Oh, Lord...I think I will remove that first pic in a little bit.

[BeachMama]

Carolina...cute! All of it. And you can't post a picture of new jeans w/out a butt shot!

[Carolina]

Carolina...cute! All of it. And you can't post a picture of new jeans w/out a butt shot!


I have the butt pics, but I'm too shy :blush2: to post them.

[BeachMama]

If they were on this computer, I'd post my butt pics for you. Yeah, I actually have butt pics saved on my computer!

[Missymoo]

I see nothing irrational about that. I think those shoes are gorgeously fantabulous!!

They are sooo much taller than any shoes I've owned though. I was only able to wear them for half a day so far. They make me stand up straight and jut my hips out to avoid falling forward!

But, sigh. I love them anyways. They were my mother's day present.

[carterandcalliesmom]

Carolina: the jeans look great! What kind are they?

[BeachMama]

Missymooo...practice, practice, practice. You'll get used to them and then they'll be second nature. They really are awesome!

[Carolina]

Carolina: the jeans look great! What kind are they?


They are just like these ones but in regular size.
http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3119247&cp=2758880.2919108&clickid=cat_leftnav_txt&parentPage=family

[BeachMama]

Carolina...I'm gonna have to insist on a butt pic

[Carolina]

Ok, here you go...LOL. You know I won't be keeping this here for too long.
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i33/schizophrenik5/IMG_0252.jpg

[RedheadbyChoice]

Nice ass, Carolina! :D

[Carolina]

LOL. Thanks, Red!

[BeachMama]

Dayum! That IS a nice ass!! Did one of your kids take that pic?

[Carolina]

:roflol

Thank you, Beach Mama. Actually, my DH took the pic with the phone and I cropped it, but it's still a large pic.