Well folks. We did it. Five items from the closet dressed up in five ways. I for one totally recommend this challenge. It sparks creativity, yes, but it also gives you an appreciation for your closet. And that is immeasurable--especially when you are on a shopping ban.
On that note, I have been really good. The shopping ban has been in effect for almost a month and I have been clean of buying anything at all clothing related. It feels good, actually, and I have barely been tempted at all. (Not totally clear of temptation but I've been pretty good.)
I do have a very healthy wish list going for when I am no longer on my shopping ban, though. That list includes white pumps, mint pumps, these adorable off the shoulder dresses and tops that everyone has now, a black romper and suspender dresses (why are you just coming out now, suspender dress? why??????).
And I've been able to use the money that I was using for clothes in other ways. I got to get Patrick a few really cool Father's Day gifts. I got to buy a juice cleanse (I'll be following up on that next week). And I got to take my kids on a few ice cream dates.
In all honesty, I could probably prolong this shopping ban to the end of the year. And I might--depending on how I feel when summer is over. The urge to shop for clothes hasn't really been there so much and I really feel good about using the clothes that I currently have that have gotten neglected over new purchases.
If 5 pieces of clothes can make these 5 outfits . . . then imagine what my entire closet can do! What if I made it to a year without shopping? That would be amazing in all honesty, though perhaps a bit unrealistic.
For now I will just channel my energy into the present time. For now I am trying really hard to already discipline myself for the Vegas trip next month. Especially since my mother booked a hotel right by a huge mall. How thoughtful of her . . .
Black Joggers-Nordstrom
Red and White Striped Dress-Milly for Kohls
Leopard Slides-Target
Necklace-Charming Charlie's
Glasses-Bebe
Diamond Stud Earrings-gifted
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