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This year I'm going to splurge on...

Rambling Ann

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A fantastic chambray shirt. I love my fall/winter palette but I want more ocean-beach colors for spring/summer. I've been looking for that perfect chambray for two years now but this year I'm willing to spend what it takes, even if it's more than I think reasonable. And if I find the right piece, beach glass jewelry to remind me to stick with this palette.

What are you going to treat yourself with this year?

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Helena

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I have had a chambray shirt in my closet for the last few years; it is a spring and summer favorite! Good luck finding the perfect one

Anonymous

This is what's percolating in my brain right now - and I haven't decided if I'll do any of it yet:

*a pair of black Blundstones
*black sneakers with a white sole - not for working out
*another black cashmere sweater - love a short sleeve one if possible, but in a non-traditional cut

*still on the hunt for my HEWI - the perfect black pant; I still need a pair for now through to summer - probably will splurge on another pair of the Vince Strapping pants if my local boutique has them in stock as I've found nothing else remotely inspiring

Further to your chambray shirt idea - I'd love one with ripped off front pockets - already ripped off for me The idea of pairing it with beach glass jewellery is so tasty - I am craving a margarita right now. The shirt needs to be in a fairly heavy chambray too.

Kaelyn

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Oooh, I love beach glass. I would love some jewelry in that blue or green, too. Maybe I'll find something. Or make something! My parents are getting into jewelry making and I'm thinking about giving it a try, too. Now I'm imagining some glass wrapped in silver wire...

I just treated myself to a new starter spring capsule and I'm super duper excited! I haven't allowed myself to buy that many things or spend that much money in years, and it NEEDED to be done. It feels good to have it over with and know that moving forward anything I buy will match things I already have and I will have significantly fewer wardrobe holes.

catgirl

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I am seriously considering another pair of OTK suede boots, possibly the much-vaunted Stuart Weitzman Lowlands. I wear my black boots so much and they have made my winter skirt and dress capsule so much more wearable.

Otherwise, I'm cautiously delving into the world of perfume, although I'm generally phobic. I've found a couple that I really enjoy - took a nauseating afternoon of sniffing though. I wish there were Perfume 101 classes....

Via Spiga 'Alto' Over the Knee Boot (Women)

$495.00 $296.98

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Anonymous

Full length silk slacks.

shedev

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This coat may be the last piece of my winter 5.

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shedev

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oops. double post.

always trying

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I am going to try again for slip on sneakers-trying all I can find without looking at price, so if I find some that fit it may be a splurge. and may have to splurge to get the right new white jeans.

catgirl

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Shedev! THAT COAT! Need link!

shedev

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It's off this site

http://www.demobaza.com/

I have a pair of pants coming so I can assess the quality. Enjoy the eye candy.

deb

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More slip on sneakers. I want at least two pair, maybe more.

catgirl

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Wow. Talk about splurging - I want the whole site!

UmmLila (Lisa)

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I can hardly wait to see the mad max visions that spring from that Demobaza site. Una, check out the bois de Jasmin blog, and books by Luca Turin or Chandler Burr for your perfume quest.

Bonnie

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I want necklaces but have not found what I want yet. Maybe something like these:

Kendra Scott 'Phara' Tassel Lariat Necklace

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L. Erickson 'Madison' Link Station Necklace

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Trina Turk Sculptural Frontal Necklace

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abc

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Not sure for 2016. I'm on chambray shirt 2 but still haven't found the one yet.

anne

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New running shoes. And I'm seriously tempted to by some quality heeled sandals next summer. This is what is tempting me
http://zierashoes.com/Style/85.....2&;.

I haven't tried them on though.

Style Fan

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I am looking for a chambray or denim shirt as well. I had a great one and completely wore it out. It fell apart. This is a big hole in my wardrobe.
I am also looking for shoes/sandals to wear to my stepson's wedding in late August. I want metallic (bronze would be amazing).

viva

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Hmmm, I just don't know. I really am not much of a splurger -- I tend to be an ongoing buyer, especially when things are on sale. Maybe I need to rethink my tactics.

Lisap: my daughter in Portland OR has needed to upgrade her footwear and outerwear because of the challenging weather out there. We bought her DARK RED Blundstones over the holidays, with red plaid goring! Such a little hipster. She looks adorable in them.

ETA: I might splurge on a new piece of luggage this year. Every time I pack for (yet another) work trip, I tell myself it's time for a better bag. That could happen in 2016.

Helen11

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Love those shoes, Anne! I haven't tried Ziera shoes yet. Too scared they'll fit and then I would splurge!

LaPed

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For all you chambray-hunters, I bought one last summer from Alternative Apparel and absolutely adore it. The fabric is soft and substantial, the fit perfect (maybe runs a size small; if you're not sure their CS is fantastic and will answer questions promptly). Can't vouch for this season's but they have solid colours and a cute railroad stripe that I'm tempted to pick up as a duplicate, that's how much I like my first:

http://www.alternativeapparel......ops/shirts

texstyle

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I think I already splurged on my sunglasses. Rayban Aviators.

I'm happy with my jcrew chambray - after trying way too many others. It's still actually just a little bit heavy for Texas but I love it as a swimsuit coverup and in spring/fall it works well. It is an oversized fit though.

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Ray-Ban 'TECH' 59mm Polarized Aviator Sunglasses

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Anonymous

I have a chambray shirt that I bought last year from either J. Jill or Land's End (I think it was J. Jill). It's the only button-down shirt that I think is truly versatile. I love it!