Wishlist 8.3.10

I want, want, want this adorable bow belt ($40) from darlingtonia moccasin co.  It's also available in ballerina pink and denim blue.  I would also like to get my hands on that dress the model is wearing, but alas, I suppose I'll have to stick with what's actually for sale in the shop :)

(found via a beautiful mess)

Spring Picks at Ruche

Some new spring favorites over at Ruche...

Crafty Garlands Craft Top $28.99;  denim bow belt $16.99;  silhouette flower purse in marigold $54.99;  Kate Spade "Toby" natural canvas lime slide $69.99;   polka dot baubles ribbon necklace $18.99;  gisele peche flower top $49.99

It's always difficult to pick favorites at Ruche because I'd wear pretty much anything in the shop.  If you haven't already, you must check out the Spring lookbook, it's styled beautifully.   It's finally getting warm here and quite quickly. I'm vastly unprepared for warmer weather...
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The winner of the Capricious Traveler $40 gift cert is #5...Brittney!  Congrats and thank you to Capricious Traveler for such a generous giveaway.  Don't forget to check out the shop for lots of vintage beauties!

(note: all giveaway winners are chosen by random.org)

Shopping Spree (everything under $50)

So how does one celebrate the end of a less-than-ideal week? Why, retail therapy of course, and a visit from my sister and niece but more on that later! I did well though (if I don't say so myself) because I'm in need of some serious summer clothing but have a very small budget to spend on it. All of the pieces below are under $50 and after shipping will all be mine...muwahahahah.

The colors of the this basket weave belt are unique and would punch up any plain dress.
Shandy Basketweave Belt $8.80
I'll wear this with jeans on the weekends and tucked into a skirt for work.
Mavia Plaid Woven Shirt $15.80
I like the loose, bohemian feel of this top. Perfect with linen pants or shorts.
H81 Blooming Flower Print Top $18.90
I don' t really own any orange so I thought this might be a nice change for me. The neck tie and cut of the blouse exude femininity.
Spring Floral Chiffon Blouse $19.80
You know... for when I'm feeling frisky.
Floral Whimsy Skirt $15.80
I saw this top in the most recent issue of Lucky and instantly fell in love with it. It's so retro and I know I'm going to adore that little pocket.
Sleeveless Sweater with Collar $21.20 (from $53)
If I could wear a dress everyday, I would. This one is nipped in at all the right places and the tulip skirt is modern and sophisticated. I'll be wearing this to work and I might toss a funky belt over it for nighttime.
Picque Tulip Dress $42 (from $70)
Remember this dress from my previous "what the heck am I going to wear to this wedding" post? It's still on sale (what???) and I just had to buy it because even if it doesn't make the cut for the wedding, it's a sweet shape and it's yellow!
Linen Dress $40.80 (from $68)
My twin sister and niece are coming up this morning and I'm so giddy with excitement! Then, tomorrow, B's parents are coming up so it's going to be a wonderful family weekend.
Whatever you're doing, I hope you're surrounded by people you love. Wait, what are you doing this weekend?
{whatever you do, be sure to enter this weekend's giveaway}