Shopping with me

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

Today was a quite a busy admin-filled day for me. When the paperwork and queuing was done I did some light shopping. I thought I’d share some of my buys and almost buys with you.

I found two dresses that fit very nicely. I think fit is extremely important. If something does not fit right then it can be very uncomfortable to wear. I also bought a pair of wedges. I’m looking forward to wearing these when Spring arrives, but will layer them up if I have to wait too long!

Polka dot dress, Bata wedge sandals, Ackermans black and white and red stripe dress

black and white polka dot dress(Jay Jays); wedge sandals(Bata); Black, white and red striped dress(Ackermans)

I surprised myself today because I shopped at Ackermans and Bata which I don’t usually do. It shows that you can overlook no shop as it might surprise you. Below are three dresses I fitted on but didn’t buy. They are lovely, but the fit was slightly out for me.

Mr Price Black and Gold Maxi dress, Ackermans black and pink floral dress, Ackermans stripe and floral dress

black and gold maxi dress(Mr Price); floral dress with belt(Ackermans); stripe and floral dress(Ackermans);

I wore a very comfy and simple outfit while running errands and shopping. Even though the outfit is plain, it’s still very me. I think it is very important to embrace your own style as much as possible because it makes you feel more you. Hope that makes sense!

Anthea, Embracing Style, (P)leather jacket, sweat top, jeans, combat boots

(P)leather jacket, grey sweat top

jacket: Sassi; top: Mr Price; jeans: Mr Price; boots: Aldo;

I hope you enjoyed shopping with me!

Furthermore, I would like to thank everyone who voted for me for the SA Blog Awards. Your support and effort is great appreciated! My blog was not shortlisted this year but I will definitely try again next year! Also, thanks for all the amazing comments and questions you left for Aisa. I will send those questions off to her ASAP. One last thing, I will announce the giveaway winner tomorrow(Friday). Only a few more hours left to enter!

Have a stunning weekend! I have a feeling it’s going to be a good one.

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21 Comments

  1. tugba:

    I love the combination of black and white :)

    September 2nd, 2010 at 11:06 pm
  2. Chantel:

    You always look awesome! Whether just plain or dolled up! LUuurve that polka dot dress!

    September 2nd, 2010 at 11:18 pm
  3. Emily:

    You seem to be having a stripes and floral moment! I like those wedges, and they seem to be a reasonable height. I always found the majority of shoes in South Africa to be super-high. I even bought a pair, which I regretted as they absolutely crippled me!
    I like your casual style, it suits you.

    September 2nd, 2010 at 11:50 pm
  4. S.Elisabeth:

    Ooh gorgeous finds!!! And I love your running around outfit. Mine is always a gray T and jean shorts!

    September 3rd, 2010 at 2:53 am
  5. districtofchic:

    Love your cute leather jacket! Great look!

    September 3rd, 2010 at 5:31 am
  6. Wendy B:

    Hey Ant,
    I love the Dresses!!!Well done…I hear the stores are mal at the moment…
    See you sat,
    Wendy
    http://www.wendylifeinthefashionlane.blogspot.com/

    September 3rd, 2010 at 7:37 am
  7. Diana:

    you got so many amazing stuff and i lovve that jacket!

    http://dressedupallligators.blogspot.com/

    September 3rd, 2010 at 8:22 am
  8. Nicole:

    This outfit is hot…!!! luuurve the jacket…. and im inlove with the polka dot dress tooo…. :)

    September 3rd, 2010 at 9:50 am
  9. Rachel @ a la Modest:

    That jacket is rad. It looks really good on you! I lost my one leather jacket, sadly… :-(

    September 3rd, 2010 at 1:57 pm
  10. Rebecca:

    i love the polka dot top, and your leather jacket!

    http://itscohen.blogspot.com/

    September 3rd, 2010 at 2:56 pm
  11. Elle:

    Hie-hie I bought the Polka dot Jay Jays dress and the flowery dress with belt at Ackerman’s. I almost never shop at Ackerman’s but I bought 2 dresses there and was pleasantly surprised by them.

    September 3rd, 2010 at 3:49 pm
  12. Lisa:

    I love those shoes! If you ever think about selling them…Haha.
    Great blog!

    Off The Wardrobe

    September 3rd, 2010 at 5:45 pm
  13. Aspen:

    LOVE that jacket
    The fit is wonderful on you.
    http://bushyheadwideeyes.blogspot.com/

    September 3rd, 2010 at 7:30 pm
  14. style'n:

    I love your style and love all your purchases…those shoes are adorable! Have a great weekend!
    naina

    September 3rd, 2010 at 8:01 pm
  15. W:

    i can`t wait to see your new outfits! great shopping :)

    http://manuellal.blogspot.com

    September 3rd, 2010 at 11:33 pm
  16. Lee Oliveira:

    These pieces are just gorgeous!
    I’m love with those shoes.
    LOx

    September 4th, 2010 at 12:17 am
  17. L1L2:

    great ensemble for a day of errands. but loving that striped dress with a red waist:)

    September 4th, 2010 at 10:58 am
  18. My Republic of Fashion:

    I love that polka dot dress and you are wearing a cute outfit. LOve the jacket. :) SarahD

    September 4th, 2010 at 11:08 am
  19. helena:

    Love that jacket!

    September 5th, 2010 at 2:03 pm
  20. Anthea:

    Hi guys. Lovely comments as always :)

    @Emily, I agree. I find lots of shoes are made without considering women’s feet! It’s sad really!

    @Elle, it looks like we have the same taste! Agreed, Ackermans really surprised me too. I will be popping in there more often! Saw a lovely blue and white sailor dress, but it was not in my size. How sad!

    September 6th, 2010 at 10:36 am
  21. Bionica:

    I totally agree with your style quotation
    it’s important to feel like you =)
    btw the polka-dot dress is so cute

    -Bionica

    September 8th, 2010 at 2:15 am

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