Claire, I just want to hug you. I love seeing your outfits and reading your thoughts.

IK, if you can paint your nails or change the ink cartridge in your printer, you can dye your leather goods, trust me! I've seen your DIYs and you have the gene you need to do this.

Christieanne, oooo, dye your satchel the red-orange! It would be perfect for summer (plus I'd love to see it). I wish there was a store that had Tarrago dyes where I could see the colors in the flesh. I always feel like it's a bit of a shot in the dark when I order one.

Aida, yes ma'am! I need some darker sandals, methinks.

Beth Ann, I've never even seen a Tory Burch or Kate Spade bag in a consignment or thrift store, it must be a really nice shop. I'm kind of a bottom feeder in the fashion world, lol!

Shevia, like I told IK, you could totally dye your own bags! Although your new purple one is perfect just the way it is!

Nicoleb, our Goodwill has a BQ tag (Better Quality) and they usually price the Coach and Dooney bags at $29.99. Only they can't tell which ones are Faoch! .(faux Coach) Regular bags are usually between $6-$12. They have several circular racks for BQ clothing too. I try to only buy them on 50% off day or when they're a dollar.

Claire, you and your outfits, your DIY and thrifting skills are so fabulous! What an inspiration you are!

Your $1 bag looks amazing. It has that cool broken in look without looking dirty/scary. (Thanks to your dye skills.) Best of both worlds.

And I love outfit #1, it really says Claire to me. Preppy and spunky and fun all at the same time. It's a 10. In fact, next time you wear those shorts and loafers together you need to report back if you're feeling the 10. Because combined they have the power of 10.

Oh I so know what you mean about getting the right balance to be a 10. yes, the 1 has the schoolboy masculine bit but I would try a girly blouse under (same color) to just whip things up and bring in the girly factor

I loved 2! Lovely and feminine and great colors for you!

Hmm, i cannot figure out 3. The cardigan and shirt I guess, not happy with each other? yes, that is it.

The purse is perfect, I love the color you picked for it and Buck is SOOOO happy now. All refreshed and strong. He is a perfect addition for your style!

I love your posts claire. You think about it all so well. My brain still cannot grasp all this like you do!