Weekly Shopping Update: Memorial Day Weekend Edition

The week leading up to Memorial Day is always an exciting one, shopping-wise. I am a little afraid for the health of my savings account but so far have managed to resist the gorgeous temptation that have come my way. A good start, but I probably won't be able to gloat for long.

Retailer: American Eagle
Discount: 40% off everything with code 03987441
I picked up the Faded Denim Jacket per Cee's recommendation and also ordered the Dark Denim Jacket to compare. I don't think prices for these in smaller sizes get better than 40% off.

White Denim Jacket | Denim Jacket | Faded Denim Jacket | Dark Denim Jacket | Faded Black Denim Jacket

Pleated Maxi Skirt

Pleated. Maxi. Skirt. These are three things I like individually but love when rolled into one. I used to think maxi skirts and dresses were impractical but have really started to embrace this length (in spite of the hassle it takes to wear one - which involves avoiding potholes, puddles, and metal protrusions). 

 ASOS Petite Pleated Maxi Skirt (regular length here; similar here and here) | Zara Lace Blouse (similar) | Kate Spade Primrose Hill Little Kaelin Bag (also here and here) | Zara Basic Court Shoes

Rustic.Spring (+ Ann Taylor Reviews)

Prada totes, RTW, and pumps are on sale today at Gilt. 

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Ah, spring. What a wonderful time of year to be alive. I recently discovered a new running trail that is off the beaten path and is quiet even during rush hour. Being able to run outside with gentle breezes and a clear sky is seriously a priceless gift. I went through my blog folder earlier today and found some unpublished drafts from February in which I sound absolutely dejected. I should really consider a move to somewhere permanently warm and sunny.

Gap Jacket | Everly Mother of Pearls Button Blouse | J. Crew Crinkled Silk Tempest Skirt | Forever 21 Necklace | Marc by Marc Jacobs Rose Gold Watch | Tory Burch Daria Top-Handle Satchel Bag | Zara Basic Court Shoe

Punk Floral

One of J. Crew's featured prints and heavy-hitters this spring is a print by the name of punk floral. I couldn't bring myself to pay $398 for pajama bottoms (which, admittedly, could look amazing on someone with longer gams), the swimwear didn't really speak to me (one-piece, halter one-piece, triangle top, hipster bottom, bikini bottom, and rash guard), the dress, blouse, sweater, skirt (truly pretty) and top all sold out before I had a chance to struggle with a decision, so I went with the obvious choice: a scarf.

Scarves in fun prints are a safe bet. While I've purposefully added prints to my closet in the last few years, the overwhelming majority of my clothes are still solid colors. Scarves allow me to consider my wardrobe in new ways and expel the humdrum that I sometimes feel about a closet of relatively conservative choices.

Burberry London Mottram Trench (also here and here) | J. Crew Printed Linen Scarf in Emerald Pool | Marc by Marc Jacobs Rose Gold Watch | Forever 21 Rhinestoned Flower Bracelet (similar) | CherryKoko Dress (similar) | J. Crew Tote | Zara Basic Court Shoes