i never used to believe in spending money on flats, because i typically just wore them to the ground.  however, two things changed.  first, i stopped wearing heels with the same frequency and decided to spend more money on things that i used often.  second, i found that none of my flats lasted longer than a year.  i decided to try splurging on this classic pair, in hopes that i can least get 3-4 years out of them.  if i still have this blog then, i will report back.

they sure are pretty, aren’t they?

after selling a few of my bags on consignment, i wanted to replace them with something simple, lightweight, and a bit unique (i.e. i don’t see multiple women wearing it every day on the subway).  before my shopping ban took effect, i decided on this acne musubi bag in this beautiful tan/caramel.  the single shoulder strap is so comfortable, and there is a detachable small pouch inside to keep small items.

i’ve used this bag for about a month, and i still love it.  my own reservation is the black interior, which makes it a bit difficult to find some things that are not in the small pouch.  however, i think a simple bag organizer could solve this.

lately, i’ve been thinking a lot about this article.  as a big fan of ann patchett’s books, and her store parnassus books in nashville, i loved how eloquently she described the lessons learned from a self-imposed shopping ban.  i have had shopping ban flings in the past, but decided after we got back from greece that i was going to do one in earnest for 2 months.  this means no buying anything not from a grocery store except to replace something empty or beyond repair.

since a lot of the content on this blog has been cataloging my new purchases, i will do my best to fill the next few months with other things.

first off, this gorgeous pair of slingbacks i added to my collection this spring.  the heel height is perfect (3.5″) and they manage to be both sexy and work appropriate.

i recently reached a personal milestone, and there was no better way to reward myself than with this gorgeous plum-colored celine trifold bag.  the size is perfect for me for work (admittedly, i don’t tote around my life), and the pebbled leather is surprisingly resistant.

these slots are perfect for my metrocard and building pass.

after 6 years of faithful service, my nude pumps became so discolored and worn down that i couldn’t justify wearing them anymore.  i was about to replace them with a classic stiletto, but the below picture of meghan markle during her engagement announcement inspired me to step outside of the box a bit.

her aquazzura pumps are classic, but the ties give them a sexy twist.  i don’t find aquazzura shoes to be particularly comfortable, so i was delighted to find the below manolos during the saks after christmas sale.  here’s to another 6 years.

now that sale season has come and gone and we are in the depths of the dark cold winter, i figured some chanel shoe sale finds can brighten up the day.

i was so excited to find the tweed flats at bergdorf goodman – it is so rare to find classics on sale.  the chelsea boots are also classics but a bit less recognizable.  they will be perfect for city walking.