It was a glorious summer afternoon. I had the day off work, so I decided to dilly dally around town and look for some things I'd potentially like to have in my closet. Prior to my excursion, I decided that I wouldn't spend anything over $50 as I wanted to save some money and challenge myself. I found plenty of items under $50, but none that spoke to me.
I'll go to one more store, and then I'm done.
I decided to conclude my excursion with a trip to DSW.
I'll go to one more store, and then I'm done.
I decided to conclude my excursion with a trip to DSW.
Upon browsing the new selections, I decided to take a trip to the clearance section as some of the best gems are often on sale. Out of nowhere I spotted these GORGEOUS blush, genuine suede, pointed, rhinestone encrusted pumps. At first I was hesitant as I try to stay away from anything with rhinestones, pearls, sequins, etc., as the repair is typically harder when it comes to these shoes. Nonetheless, I pulled one out and slipped it on as it was (and is) the most beautiful shoe in existence. When I saw the blue soles I got even more excited as I knew they were Betsey Johnson pumps.
They were so beautiful on I could barely breathe! I knew 1) I didn't need these pumps, 2) I had no where to wear these pumps, 3) I really didn't need these pumps, so I decided I'd walk around in them a bit and them put them back. They were soo comfortable--the second most comfortable pair of heels I own, which I couldn't believe as they are so damn high and skinny. As I looked at them in the mirror I fell more and more in love.
To my surprise, I took them off and put them back in the box and even on the shelf. Then as I turned away, I thought of some other gal wearing them and strutting around and it about killed me, so I snatched them up so fast and decided I was gonna get 'em.
To my surprise, I took them off and put them back in the box and even on the shelf. Then as I turned away, I thought of some other gal wearing them and strutting around and it about killed me, so I snatched them up so fast and decided I was gonna get 'em.
Before we begin, there are a few things we need to go over. 1) I inspected the pumps 3 times over and noticed one small rhinestone was missing. That about killed me itself, but the savvy little craftster I am knew I had spare rhinestones EVERYWHERE and a little crazy glue would do the trick, and within two hours of buying them I had them repaired--which took less than five minutes. No one would even know the difference, as I had to look them over 3 times to know one was missing, and my rhinestone was the perfect fit. 2) The original price was $139.00 which was wayyy above my $50 bracket. So, how did I solve my second problem?
1) They were on sale for $99.94, and the sticker on the box had an additional discount of 30% which took about $30 off and left them around $70. I then had $15 in rewards which brings that down to $55. I also paid $10 of my total in cash, and when I use cash I sort of associate it as free money as it is no longer apart of my account. Obviously it's not free money, but I tend to be a bit more flexible with it. That brings that grand total down to $45 + tax which fell in line perfectly with my $50 bracket. Goal setting is a beautiful thing.
I am not rich yet nor do I live in Beverly Hills, but I am a hard worker and believe that when it is possible, you should treat yourself as you simply deserve it. After cutting subscriptions and other frivolities as I could not comfortably pay for them, I chose to treat myself after I got my new job and started saving. Just as it's important to treat yourself, it's important to save when you can as you never know when you may need it!!!
Side note: I turn 19 November 19th of this year and always plan a really special outfit that includes black, and/or white/cream, but I tend to be a bit more flexible with my shoes. I think these babies might just make the grade, so stay tuned!!
Side note: I turn 19 November 19th of this year and always plan a really special outfit that includes black, and/or white/cream, but I tend to be a bit more flexible with my shoes. I think these babies might just make the grade, so stay tuned!!
Thank you so much lovelies for checking out this week's post. I will do my best to have one up by next Sunday so we can get back in the groove of things!
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Stay fab,
R'Nelle CyRe' XX
If you enjoyed this post, be sure to share it with your friends and stay tuned for more. If you haven't already, check out my Shop page and shop my August recommendations. You can also check out my Shop page on December & Rose and shop products that I use everyday.
Stay fab,
R'Nelle CyRe' XX
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