The Pretty Factor: clothing

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Tuesday, November 27, 2012

My Forever 21 Finds

I'm usually a fan of braving the crowds for Black Friday but for some reason, I could not motivate myself to leave the house. I decided there wasn't anything major on my list that couldn't wait till the madness died down. I did however venture out Saturday morning and wander into my local Forever 21 store. I was browsing the website the day before and had a mental list of items that grabbed my eye. Since their sizing can be a bit off for me (and since you can't return anything for a refund), I wanted to actually see these items in person before dishing out my debit card.

The Items I Left Behind:

High-Low Satin Pocket Top

This top looked like it would be a cute top to throw on and the fit was alright, but I wasn't sure I liked having a black satin square on my lady parts.

Glittered Cross Tee

I really loved this top - it looks much better in person than in this photo. I had it in my hands all the way to checkout but decided to pass because it was bigger than I would have preferred (it was from the Forever 21+ line). But for $12, I may just have it taken in.

Bejeweled Collar Necklace

I have NO idea why I left this behind. It was so gorgeous and the quality was much nicer than you would expect from Forever 21. And how perfect would this be for the holidays!?

The Items I Brought Home:

Buckle Tab Utility Jacket

I have been on the hunt for a utility/military style jacket like a crazy person! But because it's not something classic like a blazer, I didn't want to spend a lot of money on it. I happened to see this on a random rack and immediately tried it on. I loved it! It's a tad bigger than my normal size but I think it will work out great with whatever I wear underneath.

Heart & O Rings (not seen online)

Round Rhinestone Ring (black)

Black Triangle Earrings (not seen online)

It had been some time since my last Forever 21 visit, but I was pleasantly surprised by some of the finds within the store. I think it's a great place to find some current trends at such an affordable price point!

*Not a sponsored post - just my own opinions!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

I'm Hosting a Posh Party!

Meet me on Poshmark this Thursday, November 15th for a Posh Party!

I will be hosting "The Pretty Factor" (aptly named, dontcha think?) and sharing all my favorite listings...including some from my own Poshmark closet!

I am super excited about this because I just love Poshmark. I love the chance to sell items that I have been holding onto (here are some sneak peeks of my Poshmark closet) and I also get to check out some other things that are up for sale!

The Posh Party starts at 7pm PST tomorrow - you can find my closet @theprettyfactor

So join in on the fun and I will see you there!

Today I am linked up with...

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*Poshmark images via.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Poshmark

I regularly clean out my closet in hopes of adding more to it. But sometimes my wish lists are more flexible than my wallet. Enter in Poshmark - an iPhone app that allows you to buy & sell goods from your closet! All you have to do is upload photos, enter in the item description and post to their news feed (it can even upload to Facebook, Twiiter & Instagram!). Poshmark just takes a 20% fee once your item sells - even the buyer pays the $7 shipping costs!

I have made several sales on Poshmark and even made a few purchases! Here are a few items that you can find in my Poshmark closet.

If you have an iPhone, add the Poshmark app and shop my closet!

@theprettyfactor

Monday, October 22, 2012

Current Wants: J. Crew

I have become a recent lover of all things J.Crew. I didn't really fit their style in the past - I felt it to be too grown up, too proper, too classic, too preppy. But as I have gotten a bit older and my personal style has evolved, I have found that the reasons I stayed away from J. Crew in my twenties are the reasons I am drawing nearer to it in my thirties. I love their simple & colorful crop trousers, their lightweight sweaters & cardigans and all the ladylike touches infused in their inventory. Here the latest items I am crushing on.

Collection Cafe Capri in Jade Jacquard

Hothouse Floral Dress

Maddie Ballet Flats

Bow Coat

Crystal Burst Bracelet

Chiffon Dot Top

Collection Sequin Tweed Pencil Skirt

Collection Sasha Snakeskin Pumps

Cafe Capri in Tiny Dots

Fall Floral Crystal Necklace

There are about a million other items that I could have added onto this list - like this, this and especially this....wowza! - but then this wish list would be more like a wish catalog.

And I don't have an unlimited stash of cash to make this wish list a reality.

Oh J. Crew, why do you have to be so expensive?

Monday, October 1, 2012

Kirna Zabete + Smoker Flats at Target

The Shops at Target have a new set of shops featured in their stores and online (you can check out my previous post here). Kirna Zabete is the latest shop for women's fashion and accessories. This past weekend, I checked out the line in store and snapped up some photos of what was there.

I didn't have time to really check anything out and try things on, but I was really impressed with the quality of this line. And I love that tweed dress with the (p)leather strip down the middle! It was definitely my favorite piece based on looks alone. And I love this maxi!

Aside from the Kirna Zabete line, I tried on some new versions of the smokers flats (pink patent seen here) that are in for fall. This style is called Vianca.

Leopard

Gold Glitter

I didn't take either because I have way too many leopard print flats and I have the gold sequin Aldo sneakers. I'm trying to resist impulse buying. On this trip, I succeeded.

But that's really really really hard when it comes to shopping at Target.

I can't be the only one who feels this way, right?

Monday, July 23, 2012

Dress-y Stripes

Every once in awhile, I like to put a dress on. It's not usually my go-to uniform (I tend to feel more comfortable in pants), but I don't think there is anything more feminine than a dress. I snagged this dress from J.Crew a few weeks ago (and on sale!) and was pretty excited to throw it on this weekend. Ryan was impressed - he kept on complimenting the outfit throughout the night! Maybe I should wear dresses more often...