Last summer, I complimented my friend’s jacket and she explained that it was from Zara but online, because there was better selection/size range and you could bring it back at the stores if it didn’t work. The pain of returns by mail are my biggest deterrent from making online purchases (which saying it out loud, is probably a helpful thing for my finances), so this was a game changer. Ever since, I’ve been intermittently browsing their selections, but had still somehow never actually purchased.
Recently, there was a pair of trousers and some tassel earrings that caught my eye (similar to these) but they were both sold out, so I made the mistake of signing up for an email notification if either one was restocked. A few days later, the earrings appeared in my inbox, back in stock, and with a compelling call to action. They were swiftly added to my cart, but I couldn’t stop there. I can never seem to purchase one single item. I’m from a retail background, it’s all about multis! This gingham ruffle dress was also added to the cart because I knew this breezy frock would be a spring favourite. I sure was right!
Of course, a few days after that I got a notification that the striped trousers were in and I couldn’t help myself again. They were at that irresistible $35 price point that doesn’t feel too damaging. Ordered those bad boys with a millennial pink backpack purse that I may or may not return. I’m sure you’ll be seeing all of these Zara items on the blog very soon.
Our long weekend trip to the South Okanagan was simply wonderful and this gingham dress was the perfect wine country attire. I love how lightweight it is, and that it’s oversized but mini length so it still feels semi flattering. This does mean that in the wind it gets a little too breezy, but I just wear little shorts and hope that I don’t flash too many strangers. More on our Osoyoos/Oliver adventures soon!
Gingham Mini Dress from Zara
Seville Espadrille Wedges from J Crew
