Retail Therapy

I was needing a distraction yesterday afternoon and managed to do damage with some retail therapy. In my defense, I was in need of some new fall clothes, but managed to buy enough clothes to have a brand new outfit for each day this entire week.

First of all, Is it just me or has clothing retail totally lost its edge?? There really isn't anything TOO exciting or "I GOTTA HAVE THAT" feeling anymore. The only place I really get excited about is Antropologie, and I can't afford to spend $100 on a shirt or $200 on pants. Attention discount retailers... GO TO ANTROPOLOGIE FOR YOUR INSPIRATION AND DESIGN ACCORDINGLY.

I heart this store. If I 3 retail wishes it would be:
1. To be able to afford things at Antropologie
2. To have a wardrobe completely from Antropologie (Effortless and Vintage Chic)not to mention I wish I was able to actually FIT into their clothes.
3. To have my house decor be just like Antropologie (Vintage Chic) It's seriously just so beautiful.

Since the cheapest article of clothing there is $20 for a tank top, I made my way to the clearance rack. I managed to find a cute blue and white top. It had stripes along with florals on it. It was feminine but also had a nautical feel to it. It wasn't very fall, but I will rock it for as long as I can. It was originally $98 (gulp) I managed to get it for $42. A little steep for a shirt, but I was on a retail therapy binge and decided I needed it, deserved it, and it was too cute on not to buy it.

After Antropologie, I headed to Lane Bryant for some Bra's and Panty shopping. (Sorry if this is TMI). Lane Bryant's Bras and Panties are made by Victoria's Secret which means they actually have cute little bra/panty sets in colors other then beige, black, and white for bigger girls like myself. Their items are a bit on the pricey side, but since they are covering my boobs and butt, I am willing to pay a little extra. They had a great buy one get one 50% off bras along with 5 panties for $30 deal. Let's just say I stocked up. What is it about bra/panty shopping that makes me feel so damn cute and sexy??! It's the same feeling I get whenever I get my haircut. I feel special, cute, and pretty.

After Lane Bryant, I headed to Kohls. Normally, whenever I shop Kohls, I feel like it's a huge rummage sale and you have to scrap to find the deals. I was impressed with Kohl's in Maple Grove. They must have recently done some remodeling and the store looks great. Extremely organized and for once, it wasn't just a sea of racks full of clothes. This is where I did a lot of damage. I bought 3 dresses, 2 pairs of dress pants, and 3 tops. All of these items I can wear to work as well with out and about.

As I am recovering from my binge, I am having a little bit of buyers guilt. I'm going to let my purchases marinate a bit and decide if I should keep or return some of the items. I'm leaning more towards keep. I deserve it. It's been a rough few weeks and if this makes me happy (even if its temporary) I'll take it.