I love to shop. Browsing is a sport, and finding exactly what I want on sale? Silver medal. On clearance? Gold. Coupon/gift certificate to use toward purchase? Record setting performance.
There is something particularly lovely about Fall fashion in Arizona because by the time it cools off for tweed and boots, we are ready to dance in the streets to celebrate Mother Nature and her 80 degree weather. A rather amusing site is the number of black leather jackets there are sported by “mortgage brokers” and the sort at Scottsdale bars come mid-September; 80 degree weather never requires leather. And if that is your fashion judgment, I’ll find my own 30-year investment, thankyouverymuch.
When Fall does roll around, I’m planning on drooling at the mall and making a few select purchases at that fine French establishment you may have heard of. I am seriously focused on consuming less and using what I have. That said, I will happily be rocking a new bag, courtesy of Erin. And a new Speedo for the race. Oh, and a new helmet. Those are purchases that I can’t exactly avoid. {The new bike shorts and cute little matching top? Not buying. Wanting, but not buying.}
My one caveat to purchasing is my 10 year high school reunion, which is quickly approaching. I’m thinking new jeans and a fabulous top. Maybe even a new clutch — handmade, of course. What did you wear to your reunion? Do any of the Fall fashion trends have you looking forward to cooler temps?
~K