August Haul + Weekend Getaways

I shopped the most I ever have in a long time in July but last month, I went outlet shopping during one of several weekend road trips I took. I didn't expect to buy much but I ended up getting 9 (!) cardigan-type tops, thanks to restrictions when shopping with a bump.



Here's last month's haul:







Everything above was purchased at the outlet, which I forgot was so much fun. I was able to cram a ton of shopping in just a short amount of time, thanks to lots of experience, especially at this outlet, where I've been many times before.

 These were on sale and are a size too big, but I figure I will need all the maternity pants I can get for the upcoming fall/winter season to wear to work!

I'm all about comfort now and picked up this Gibson Cozy Twist-Front Pullover and SARTO by Franco Sarto Palomino Sandals while doing residual shopping after the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, which is when I picked up the following things too:
Nordstrom Caslon Leather Jacket with Removable Hood

Loving the coziness of waffle knit now - I liked the Caslon Drape Front Cotton Blend Cardigan and BP Twist Front Sweater so much I paid full price after the sale was over when they came back in stock.

 Using my birthday month coupon led to some shopping at LOFT - love this Petite Gingham Peplum Halter Cami and Petite Petaled Floral Flounce Strappy Cami.


This Old Navy Relaxed French Terry Cross-Front Sweatshirt caught my eye on an ad, which is happening all too much recently but it's really comfy and cute when layered with a cami or brami.

Sleeveless Midi Dress with Top-Stitch Detail

Clockwise from top left: Who What Wear Sleeveless Button-Back Tank Top, Crochet Halter Tankini, TYR Active 2-in-1 Tankini.
Going a bit overboard buying maternity swimwear but I'm looking forward to my babymoon in Florida later this month. :)

Below is also my birthday haul - gifts and self-presents. :)

Here's a snap of my little customer in training from on of my weekends away :)


Leaving you with the quote of the day, "I believe that if life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade... And try to find somebody whose life has given them vodka, and have a party." -Ron White

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