My Heel Fix......

I have made a vow, promise,  more like a suggestion to myself that I will not purchase a single thing that has to do with fashion until I take my trip to New York next month. Isn't that the ultimate shopping capital? Well it depends on who you ask. Anywhere (I dont mean anywhere, anywhere) I find a sale that is 50% off or more is the place to be. For me, internet shopping is where it's at. You would think that I have tons of friends that care about me by looking at the number of emails that I have in my inbox. Nope! (In my defense, it's how you define friends, duh!) I think that Banana Republic, Nordstrom, Michael Kors, Gilt, Hautelook, MYhabit, THE OUTNET (just to name a few) are MY Friends. They contact me everyday and call me by my name and they are always looking out for me and my wallet. How many of your friends would do that? Exactly! If not, you need to seek ones that really have your best interest at heart. I digress, this post was supposed to be about SHOES!! (my best friends).

ANYWAY, while I'm staring at my reflection in the computer monitor, repeatedly telling myself that "you are better than this, you can beat this shopping addiction" I get an email stating that the 12:00 flash sale for Last Call Neiman Marcus will be starting in 10 minutes. Like Florida Evans, DAMN, DAMN, DAMN was my first thought. Do I just simply ignore it? Do I care that I have been waiting for the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale and it starts today? Do I care that someone less loyal than myself may sccop up the deal that was meant for me? What do I do?

I got it. Why didn't I think of this sooner? WINDOW SHOP!!! I didn't say that I couldn't look. Besides this will help me to narrow down my desires so that when I do get to New York I will have in mind just what I am looking for. The best part, I can take ya'll with me to help me to just say NO!!
Alright, were going in and I am counting on you, friend. Help me to stay strong. You have been warned!



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I don't know about you but I can't take no more. Hand moving to wallet in 5.4.3.2........

Shopping.......

Las Vegas shopping caters to the Rich and Famous. Which I am not. They also have several malls that have a plethora of stores that are within my budget but clearly I was not interested in Banana Republic nor the Gap. I'm in Vegas, boo. I can see those old drabby clothes anytime. (Vegas and the alcohol definitely talking) I wanted Neiman Marcus, Gucci, LV, Christian Louboutin. (I was planning to shop like Beyonce) My wallet said "you better get on the bus and go to that outlet and quit playing" but of course I went against common sense and flew my country behind right up in those stores like they owed me something. After viewing a few price tags, I was starting to look and sound defeated as my husband sat back in amusement of my oohhhss and aahhhss over clothes that I couldn't live without (I'm still breathing) nor could I afford. It didn't help that that he had the "Oh Hell to the Naw" look on his face ( I miss Whitney) when I informed  him of the price of several items I told him that I needed. So as I was prepared to take another loss (Vegas 2, Tammy 0) he surprised me when he said, "If you want the Louis Vuitton Tammy, just get it,  get whatever you want." Really, really. Shoot boy don't play. He wasn't playing either. So after going to several upscale stores looking at the same darn purses and asking the same question, "How much is this one", I finally settled for what I felt was classy and stylish.

My husband said that this was the one that he liked. I didn't want to disappoint him, so this is the one that I got. lol

Vegas had the brother feeling generous because he also let me get the Michael Kors watch that I have been scoping for a while hoping it would go on sale.

(excuse me do you have the time, of course I do)

I didn't want to ask for anything else and I didn't until the next day (could have been an hour) but there was a beautiful choker necklace and earrings that I just had to have.

So did I get everything I wanted? Of course not, because I literally wanted everything I saw. But did my husband make me feel like he would give me the world if I wanted it? Of course he did. I'm thankful truly grateful for him and to him. He loves me. Out of all of that, he only wanted to see me smile.

(Salt & Pepa theme playing in my head.......Whata man, Whata man, Whata mighty good man, yes he is.....)

Memorial Day Sales

Not only is it the unofficial start of summer for most people, which is celebrated with BBQ's and the opening of pools, it is also a day that retailers bombard your inbox with tons of coupons. From deals of up to 40% off and the ever coveted "Free Shipping". I am sure that I am not the only one who took advantage and stalked several items. Check out some deals that I certainly need in my closet and jewelry box.

Michael Kors Watch
$250.00
http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=49525&vid=1&pid=875377002

Handkerchief Print Dress
$99.90
Zara
http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-us-S2012/189503/717509/HANDKERCHIEF%2BPRINT%2BDRESS

Die Cast Pleated Shopper
$159.00
Zara
http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-us-
S2012/189512/695221/DIE-CAST%2BPLEATED%2BSHOPPER

Did I mention that I stopped at "Rugged Warehouse" looking for some house items and found a pair of wool shorts that I had seen in Anthropologie for $98.00 for $14.99. Did I buy them? Of course I did. Will I wear them like they cost $98.00? No....... I will wear them like they cost $198.00. So excited!!!

7 for All Mankind
$169.00
http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=49525&vid=1&pid=777201002

I also found some wonderful in-store deals at Ann Taylor. They were offering an additional 50% off their already marked down items. I got some really good bargains, I couldn't believe the number of items that I got for less than $100.00. Stay tuned for future posts. I am sure I will be camera ready when I wear them. Also Macy's offered their usual additional 15% to 30% additional off of the marked down price. If only their sales rack wasn't so cluttered. But hey, I'm no quitter!!! So many stores to choose from this weekend. So what did you happen to see that had your name on it?

It's Friday!!!

 

Friday is finally here and it just so happens to be a three-day weekend. There are so many things that I would love to do. Of course money and crowded highways will keep me immobile so I decided to create a wonderful stay-cation at home. Here's my picture perfect stay-cation. What's yours?

Good Food. How much better can it get to have a good meal that you dont have to cook. I suddenly have a taste for Carraba's.

What would a good sale do to invigorate my soul? Lots. I love to find a good bargain.

Who wouldn't love the serenity of a relaxing spa. I would love the idea of being pampered and being waited on hand a foot.

Spending time with my family looks a lot like this picture. You definitely can not have thin skin with us. Everyone is fair game at anytime. Whose the master at trash talking....you guessed it me!!!!