The Honeybee's Lifestyle

Tag: shopping

  • Sheltered Shopping

    Sheltered Shopping

    Hello Honeybees,

    I admit it, I gave in, I hit the button! Why oh why must it be this way (in my EnVogue voice).

    What did I do??? I shopped online.

    I am NOT a big online shopping person. I am a feel, touch, hold, see, try on type of girl. But since I haven’t been able to do that I had to resort to Al Gores internet for what I needed, nope what I wanted. I didn’t do too bad but here are a few things that made their way to our package cage.

    AirFryer & (Insta Pot)

    It was a battle between the AirFryer and the Insta Pot. I know that I am so late to the party on this #verzuz but better late than never. I ordered the AirFryer from Target. As a Red Card member I got free shipping and a 5% discount. Winner,winner, crispy with no oil chicken dinner. Thanks to my boo Jerrica of Missyrussellbeauty I didn’t have to order the Insta Pot. Having awesome friends makes me a double winner.

    Sheets and a Blanket

    Off to Macy’s next. I have been trying to decorate my bedroom for 3 years but I could never settle on a color palette. I didn’t want to do pink & green because that’s to obvious. So I waited and finally figured out what I wanted and guess what colors I picked….white,grey,pink & green. Some things are just in you and you just stop fighting it. With that being decided and an extra 30% off I got new green sheets & a beautiful pink blanket.

    Chanel Face Pads

    Oh you fancy uh? This was my “splurge” purchase. It’s not practical at all but hey I needed to lift my spirits and for $20 and free shipping why not. I also wanted this Chanel box. This packaging is everything.

     

    Support Local

    I supported two of my favorite female local artists Mia & Nia. After hanging my other prints that I bought from them I felt like I needed two more. So after we can go outside again for real, I’ll get those framed and hung. I also ordered some hair oil from Andrea Fenise In Search Of Our Garden. This stuff is awesome at promoting hair growth. This is my second bottle but it won’t be my last.

    I really need a few Spring & Summer pieces and a few pair of shoes but I definitely have to try all those things on. So until then I’m gonna let the sales go by me. Wish me luck!!

    How much online shopping have you done since we started sheltering in place?

    Beewisdom- On line shopping gives me a reason to live for another 3-5 business days or however long shipping takes these days.

  • Thrift Tips

    Hello Honeybees,

    This year I have been really frugal with my coins when it comes to shopping.  Now that’s not to say that I haven’t bought anything but I’ve just been very purposeful in what I buy.  To ease my shopping urges….I thrift.

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    This #OOTD was under $15

    Tank – Target on clearance $3

    Matching Skirt & Sweater- Goodwill $7.50

    Necklace- Outlet Mall Destin, FL $3

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    Here are some of MY favorite thrifting tips.

    These tips make thrifting a fun shopping experience

    I shop in the men’s section for shirts & sweaters

    • Don’t only shop in your size. Things will get all mixed up so shop the whole section, shop the whole store.
    • I shop year round. Yes I buy sweaters in July & tank tops in December.
    • If you see something you like put it in your cart, it will be gone if you don’t. Believe it or not people watch each other.
    • First, know your brands…Some brands I will not thrift. Mainly because I still don’t think it’s worth it and because it was probably on clearance at some point for cheaper than what I’m paying.  Also, how much longer will it hold up?
    • Second, know your brands…some designer brands will automatically grab my attention. If it’s a good brand, I know that it has the potential to last.  This is definitely quality or quantity.
    • Shop during off hours. I like to shop during the week when the store first opens.  There is less traffic and more room to move around.
    • Patience is a virtue. Take your time.
    • Dress for the occasion. T shirt & leggings are a must & slip on shoes.  My naked feet can NOT touch the floor.  And not all stores have dressing rooms so you might have to try on in the aisles.
    • I TRY to have a list but I’m not good at sticking to it. A piece really has to move me for me to buy it.
    • If it doesn’t fit…walk away. If you know that you are NOT good at getting things tailored or mended don’t buy it.  (raises hand)  You’ll just have more clutter in your closet.
    • This should be a given but…. WASH BEFORE YOU WEAR

    Belinda Bee pic

    Where do you like to thrift?

    Beewisdom-   Thrifting: An Economical way to find fashion treasures

    Photo credit: Nikki Gibbs