What I Would Own if Money or Large Bellies Were No Object

I haven't been shopping much lately, which may explain why Mike and I so rarely fight these days (other than over our kid's name; that fight is likely to live forever). I can't rationalize spending gobs of money on clothes I can only wear for a few weeks/months (please, sweet Jesus, let clothes that fit me now no longer fit in a year). Yet, I can't rationalize spending money on clothes that I can't fit into for, at least, another year. I can't rationalize spending money on accessories I used to pick up without much forethought because that money could be better spent on a little thing called a HOSPITAL-STAY DEPOSIT. I, also, can't rationalize spending money on make-up when I can't seem to find the energy to APPLY THE MAKEUP I ALREADY OWN.

As you can see, it's hard to part with money these days. Another symptom of pregnancy I wasn't expecting along with the ability to lose my shit at the drop of a hat.

But, what would I be buying if I were able to spend someone else's money for someone else's body? Let me tell you:

Lofty cashmere shawl-collar sweater, $218  (in royal violet)

Oh, J. Crew. You tempt me with your monthly catalogs, you e-mail me with sales (and more sales). You are like an abusive ex-boyfriend I CANNOT STOP THINKING ABOUT. A really expensive boyfriend who comes in a variety of stunning colors and textures.

Watercolor garden Lydia blouse, $110.

I really love this. It's not a pattern for everyone, I know, but with those dark-washed jeans and that 110-pound figure, it's really quite the look. Now, on me, it would look like I wrapped a mural around myself.

Lulu leather ballet flats, $160.

These shoes literally made me drool.

"I Am Thankful For" card from Paper Source, $7 for 10 cards.

Send a note to friends and family to let them know you're thinking of them. Thanksgiving isn't just for mashed potatoes unless you're knocked up and then you started a countdown for those potatoes in mid-July.

 

Superhero "Earth' necklace, $99.

These are all the rage around the blogosphere, and I've wanted one for more than a year now. Really stunning and really out of my necklace budget.

Francesca's "Nightfall" dress in midnight, $44.

OPI nail color, $9

Colors I'd love to pick up: Madame President, Mr. Right Now,  Brainiac, On Stage, Ms. Can't Be Wrong, Beauty Junkie, Metro Chic

Nine West violet clutch, $49.99.

Banana Republic smokey teardrop earring, $39.

Dooney & Bourke "Hayden" patent leather shoulder bag, $500.

Again, just a hair out of my handbag budget, but such a nice bag for fall/winter.

Piperlime Bandolino "Pammy" heels in navy multi pattern, $69.

Fossil "Lissa" cardigan, $68.

GAP jersey skirt, $38.

I actually might buy this anyway. Stretchy, black. Heavenly words for a woman who will soon need her own zip code.

Any chance these items will still be available when I drop 100 pounds and win the lottery?

Comments

[Natalie]

Love the grey shoes, and I've been vying for that clutch from nine west for awhile.

[Stephanie]

OMG. LOVE the Fossil cardigan!! Am so going to buy that this weekend. Thanks for being my personal shopper! Also coveting that J. Crew Lydia blouse. But has anyone but me noticed the HUGE jump in their prices?? That top would have been $88 a few mere weeks ago. Seriously, their entire fall catalogue is outrageous. I'm considering writing a letter of complaint.

[NGS]

That dress. Is only. $44. It has sleeves. Is functional for more than one season. Is perfect. Will be buying next payday. Thanks!

[Angella]

I'm heading to the States in 2 weeks to go shopping. Wheeeeeee!!

[Dianna]

I love the dress! Great find! I think the skirt would be perfect. If you have a longer shirt, as the baby grows you can just have the waistline go under the belly. (My godsister ended up doing this for her last month with her daughter 5 years ago is why I know, just a thought.)

[jennyonthespot]

Oh - that cardigan... gimme, gimme...!

[Betsy]

My cosmetologist in training status allows me to get OPI (and most other beauty products) at about half the retail price. Let me know if you'd like me to pick you up some new colors for Mike to splash on your toes.

[Janssen]

LOVE that cashmere sweater. Oh, I love it.

[Pickles & Dimes]

Now, on me, it would look like I wrapped a mural around myself. HA!

I love those superhero necklaces too, but I just can't justify spending that much money on a necklace. I also really love that cardigan. It would look killer with dark jeans and red shoes.

[Christina]

Wow, it is all so beautiful. I am suprised the purple sweater dress didnt make the list, LOVE! Now that I dont work I hate j crew as much as I did when I couldnt see my feet. Which is to say I love it but still cant wear it.
I say the D&B handbag is perfect for a new mom, I think that spitup will wipe right off it- HAHAHAHAH! ;)

[Rhi]

For items I really, really like but can't afford at the time, I set up a saved search on eBay and have them email me when an item is listed that matches. It's an illness, but recognizing it is the first step. :)

Cute stuff!!

[Nicole]

I love your taste! And eBay, eBay, eBay!

[Jess]

You have such great taste. I'm drooling a little over here.

[rebecca]

um..ye-ah. i have 3 wishlists saved for when i get to wear normal clothes again. why do mat clothes seem so much cuter when you don't have to wear them?
i still wear my bigger normal shirts, only with urban vibe super long cami's under them. seriously better than any mat cami i have found.
and i made a mini-thanksgiving turkey breast/stuffing/potato dinner last week and it ROCKED MY WORLD.

[Cass]

I just decided that I really really really need that cashmere sweater!

[Katie]

Hint to Mike: That necklace would be a fabulous "thanks for carrying my child" gift for your superhero of a wife! Just saying :)
P.S. I've already convinced Jon that most men buy their wives gifts when they give birth, just as I convinced him that all couples exchange wedding gifts. Shhh!

[Kristie]

Katis has the right idea! I wanted a thank you for carrying my child 3 extra weeks longer than planned, but didn't get one. I so think you deserve a present!

And you'll be back into those cute clothes in no time after the bebe gets here. I just know it.

[Kerri Anne]

I am so in love with those cards and I am buying them as soon as at get home from the doctor's office today.