Like A Hole in the Head...

I need more clothes like I need.... well you read the title of this post. Lately I've been re-organizing my closet (am working on my dresser drawers today) and have rediscovered some old goodies that I completely forgot I owned. Yet this does not keep me from wanting more, more, more. It's a sickness I swear. But I've realized that my attitude of mass consumption has got to stop. After filling bag after bag with things to give away, donate, or sell, I realized that some of these items have only gotten one or two wears. How wasteful. I have pared down my closet a LOT (I've packed away tons of office business-casual clothing that is still in style but I have no use for it at the moment to take home with me over Thanksgiving to store in my old bedroom closet), organized it better (so things don't get overlooked and forgotten), and have told myself to think long and hard over my purchases (am trying to cut down on trendy impulse buys and sale goggle shopping). So we'll see how that helps!

But of course with the internet, it's hard not to "window shop" constantly. Even though I do not *need* any of these items.... these are currently what I'm lusting over.

J.Crew Merino Rose Corsage Cardigan

How darling is this cardigan? Of course it's a cardigan (because I'm obsessed), and of course it has ruffles! I saw this in store yesterday and now I want all of the colors! My favorite color is the Dijon Mustard. I seem to be extremely attracted to mustard yellow currently. I really want to add this to my J.Crew ruffle cardigan collection.

J.Crew Beaded Antler Tissue Tee

Ok so I have no idea what I'd actually wear this with. I find it adorable though! Several bloggers have reviewed it, like Shannon over at Wardrobe Review, and I love the beaded detail on the delicate tee. I think it would be a quirky layering piece.

As much as I love J.Crew I feel like those two items were the only things that caught my eye that I can see myself wearing. I absolutely enjoy flipping through the J.Crew catalog full of beautifully styled models, but the items that I'm drawn too, I feel like I have a version from a previous season. And a lot of it is a bit over the top for me to feel as if I'd get a lot of wear out of them, especially at their price points. Of course, I'm always much more likely to get a J.Crew item when it's marked down, but lately the sales have been disappointing. That never stops me from stopping by my local J.Crew frequently.

Now some of my Anthropologie wants....

Anthropologie Lacemaker Skirt

How lovely is this skirt? I really shouldn't even be looking in the skirt section since I just re-folded an entire drawerful of anthro skirts, but the detail and color of this skirt just drew me in.

Anthropologie Chrysalis Hoodie

I'm all about comfort, and think this cute knit hoodie combines comfort with cuteness! This would be a perfect topper for a casual weekend brunch outfit.

Anthropologie Diamond Dot Tights

I'm always a sucker for a cute pair of tights. I think these would be darling paired with a solid colored sweater dress. And they are on sale right now for only $14.95!

I'm surprised my wishlist isn't miles longer! But I guess that's a good thing... I feel like I've been on a shopping bender for the last 2 years and now I'm finally slowing down....