You Win Some, You Lose Some (Shopping)

A couple of weeks ago, NY&Co had a 50% off promotion on their website... and on my way out the door, I thought, you know, they have some cute maxi dresses that I totally need.  And thus I was off to the races in a bad way.

I spent way too much money, but fortunately, or unfortunately, the maxis were a big fat bust.  None of them fit whatsoever. 

The one on the left probably fit the best, but it was the shortest.  I was most excited for the red one, but it was strangely small.  And the one on the right was so jacked up.... I have no comment.

Fortunately, I didn't just order the maxi dresses.  I also snapped up this chevron maxi skirt.  Now, on twitter, I got several comments saying it was granny-ish and blah and whatever...

 But dude, I am so into it!  It's like sweatpants but the hot, summer version.  I sized up in this skirt (which I also needed in a couple of the dresses) but of course it's just almost too big.  I actually rolled down the waistband once and it helped to fit more perfectly.  I want to try on the small but we both know it will be ungodly tight, right?

Last but not least... I was really, truly obsessed with the poppy red print.  And was nervous the dress wouldn't fit (shopper's intuition!).  So I grabbed this top.  Does the arm slit make me look like a NJ/OC housewife?  Cause that is my fear.

 Plus the top is shapeless on me... but, but... with black skinnies and hot wedges?  Yes?

Next up... I had a Forever21 moment.  It just needed to happen.  They had these red skinny ponte pants and I couldn't find red skinny jeans ANYWHERE.  So it had to happen.

Unfortunately... you may be blinded by these next pictures.  It's just.... a whole lot of junk in my trunk.  And not in a particularly flattering way.  But I'd be remiss if I didn't show you.

(moto jacket, red skinnies, striped blazer)

Hideous?  Did I just make you realize where my daily carb intake is being stored?

I can't decide. I felt like hot stuff in them... and then the pictures are... intense.  Notice the 2 striped jackets I bought.  I like the one of the left more, but it has a TON of very sharp metal zippers.  Which will probably cause me all kinds of trouble.  But I want!  It zips off-centered and is all moto-style.  Very unlike me, but I like.

Next up... the whole reason I placed the order: the Sweetheart Red Dress. 

I love sweetheart dresses... and I hate strapless dresses.  I love red, I look terrible in it.  Needless to say, I had to try this dress.  The detailing is really pretty and it looks more expensive than $28.

It fits me pretty well and is surprisingly secure for a $20 strapless dress.  I ran all around the house in it with no problems.  I was still a little iffy... and then I added a F21 belt I've never worn.

Signed, sealed, delivered, I'm yours.

Goodness knows I'd never wear a strapless dress just... naked.  I'd wear it with a jacket and 22 other layers, which will totally ruin the effect.  But... it's really pretty.

And then there's the Striped Knit Dress.  I love the colors, love the pockets (which were a welcome, surprise bonus feature).

 Hate that it's kinda too short on me, but I'll wear it with leggings for now and as a swim coverup this summer. 

 And just to show I haven't lost my touch of ordering things that are wrong all wrong... the skinny ponte pants in blue (and a size too small)... and this dress that I wanted to be a cover up.  Nope and nope.  Although looking at those pants makes me want to order the bigger size.  Even though they show every individual cellulite patch.

 

So, help me out..

Yes or no on the poppy top with the arm slits?  Sexy?  Wrong on so many levels?

Red skinnies?  Would you point and laugh if you saw me at the mall?  Do I look like the lady who I caught wearing leggings as too-small-pants?

Comments from the peanut gallery?

Where are YOU shopping lately?  I dunno what it is about spring, but suddenly I need need need EVERYTHING.

Happy Thursday!