Snake print

This is definitely my summer work uniform - and one that I love because it's simple and comfortable.

It's really too hot out now to wear wearing a blazer out of doors, but my office always manages to keep temps at sub zero, so the long sleeves are essential.

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Dress Gap similar
Blazer c/o Wallis
Sandals Frye similar
Tote London Fog c/o Linger Rose
Pave Link Necklace Macy's similar
Bracelets Towne & Reese similar
Watch c/o Caravelle by Bulova via Lucky Fabb
Ring The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Sunglasses Ralph c/o Sunglasses Shop

Into the navy

Nothing new going on here, just my continuing obsession with all things nautical. I could probably wear a nautically inspired look every day, but I'd never be able to come up with enough post titles.

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Navy Peplum Top c/o Dorothy Perkins similar
Striped Shorts Old Navy similar
Sandals Nine West via TJMaxx similar
Bag Thrifted similar
Anchor Belt ASOS
Knot Necklace Thrifted similar
Rope Bracelet Mona Lace
Pave Link Bracelet c/o LydellNYC
Starfish Ring c/o LuShae Jewelry similar
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Emma

Dress down

In the blogging world, when you want to dress down a fancier frock, you swap your heels for flats and add denim. You believe you look so perfectly casual, for such activities as running errands and grocery shopping.

Unfortunately, the other 99% of the non-fashion blogger popluation at the grocery store want to know what you are so dressed up for.

Whether your next occasion is casual or formal, you can find a gorgeous discounted dress at 365Hangers, and they are offering Chic on the Cheap readers an extra 10% off with the code 365CHIC10!

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Dress BCBG c/o 365Hangers
Denim Jacket Gap
Sandals Enzo Angiolini Karezza similar
Bag Coach thrifted
Knot Necklace Thrifted similar
Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Antler Ring House of Harlow
Midi Ring Urban Outfitters
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Boyfriend c/o SmartBuyGlasses
Nail Color Essie Aruba Blue

Orange ikat

The problem with blogging is that seeing things on other bloggers makes me want them. Things I otherwise would have never even known existed.

When I was shopping with Meg and Christine last month, I spotted this ikat print skirt at Cinderella's Attic and knew immediately that it looked familiar. It wasn't until a bit later that I remembered I'd actually seen it on Lucy Laucht; the image had been tucked away in my inspiration folder over a year ago.

These sandals (which were a birthday gift) had been spotted on the Fashionable ESQ and promptly added to my Amazon wishlist. Shiny studded goodness - everything a summer shoe should be.

The number of times I've made purchases based on what I've seen other bloggers wearing is staggering. Or at least, I'm pretty sure it would be, if I actually went and counted.

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Top NY&Co. similar
Denim Jacket Gap
Orange Ikat Skirt J.Crew via Cinderella's Attic
Bag Tahari c/o TJMaxx similar
Sandals Enzo Angiolini Karezza similar
Necklace Frippery Vintage via Girl Avant Garde's giveaway
Antler Ring House of Harlow
Midi Ring Urban Outfitters
Watch c/o Caravelle by Bulova via Lucky Fabb
Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Emma

On Target

I bought this skirt at Target, pre shopping ban, along with a few other things, because I was being very bad like that.

However, I happened to spend an exceedingly long time in Target yesterday and was very good, only buying greeting cards and other things I actually needed. Which isn't to say I did not see a dizzying array of things I would like to buy in three weeks time, such as these Sam and Libby wedges.

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White Tee TJMaxx
Blazer Cynthia Rowely via TJMaxx similar
Mirror Print Skirt Target
Sandals Onex
Color Block Clutch Gap similar
Earrings Aldo similar
Neon Necklace Kohl's similar
Crystal Spike Bracelet c/o t+j via LuckyFabb
Neon Bracelet Vince Camuto via TJMaxx similar
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses TJMaxx similar

Ships come in

I procured this sailboat print cardigan via ebay months ago, but this is the first time I've worn it. I had to do right by it by wearing lots of stripes, navy and red. And what a lovely coincidence that a sailboat should be passing by as I took my photos.

When I started my no shopping challenge this week, I forgot about all the big sales this weekend! While I have to stay strong and sit them out, I hope you get some good shopping in, and don't forget about the Bling earring sale at JoJo Loves You!

To those who celebrate, enjoy the long Memorial Day Weekend!

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Striped Dress Forever 21
Boat Cardigan Talbots
Sandals Onex
Striped Clutch Hilside Bags
Bling Earrings c/o JoJo Loves You
Pave Link Bracelet c/o LydellNYC
Chain Bracelet c/o Ily Couture
Seashell Bracelet The Cavernous Jewelry Box similar
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Starfish Ring c/o LuShae Jewelry similar
Sunglasses Ray-Ban Meteor c/o TJMaxx

{Sale Alert} JoJo Loves You Memorial Day Sale!

Remember when I posted about the Boston based jewelry designer who I adore, JoJo Loves You?

Well I just thought you'd like to know they are having a HUGE Memorial Day Bling Sale!

The sale runs from Friday, May 24th through Monday, May 27th and is only available online, at jojolovesyou.com.

Here are the deals:

So go on and start shopping, for yourself, and for others (they make fabulous gifts)!


I received compensation for this post, however JoJo Loves You is a company I would support and advertise for regardless of compensation.

The leather pencil skirt

I thrifted this leather pencil skirt months ago; for the quality, it was an absolute steal. Soft, supple leather, no visible signs of wear, and remarkably comfortable to wear and sit in for hours at work.

Yet, this is only the second time I've worn it, and I'm pretty sure my leather skirt wearing days are dwindling as the humidity level steadily rises. I'll just have to resolve to wear it more this fall, however I'm loving it mixed with the lighter neutrals and brights, it feels perfectly 'spring'.

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Striped Sequin Top The Limited similar
Leather Pencil Skirt Lord and Taylor Thrifted similar
Denim Jacket Gap
Pumps BCBGeneration via TJMaxx similar
Color Block Clutch Gap similar
Earrings Aldo
Crystal Spike Bracelet c/o t+j via LuckyFabb
Spike Bracelet Ebay similar
Ring The Cavernous Jewelry Box similar
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses TJMaxx similar