(top: The Second Shop; shorts: Zara; shoes: Soule Phenomenon)
For the whole 2 months that I was on leave, I had to stretch my savings in order to "survive". I barely shopped, save for the casual spends that I did while I was scouring the thrift store racks for pieces to include in my online shop.
Since I'm already back at work and is now included in the company payroll once again, I decided to reward myself with new shoes from Forever 21!
And here are the precious items that I took home from the store:
I've been lusting over these black studded wedges ever since I saw them in the F21 online site. These babies got sold out pretty fast. I was so glad thought that there was still one pair left...and in my size!
These polka-dotted maryjane platforms got swiped off the shoe rack in an instant too! But I'm one happy cat for getting a pair. :)
I was supposed to end my shopping expedition with these two shoes but I just couldn't resist not getting this pearl ring:
With two pairs of shoes and a ring in the bag, I was already good to go...
...but after paying for my stash, I decided to linger a bit more and check out the other items inside the store.
Here are my other shoe picks:
Love the distressed faux leather material and the crochet detail in these boots! These would go well with maxi skirts.
Mannish chic.
I've been carrying around the same bag for months now. I need new ones already!
Here are my bag choices:
Yes, my fondness for bucket bags never ends.
This bag looks very vintage. I want this! No, I need this! Haha!
And look! it comes with a baby sling bag!
Now let's move on to accessories. I'm a sucker for bling.
Oversized rings. Mmmmm....
And now for the final haul...clothes!
Get ready for the cold draft because Christmas is just around the corner. Cover yourself with this pair of grey sweatpants and a sheer lace top.
I'm all about lightweight, chiffon fabrics so these tank tops get a thumbs up from me.
You can't go wrong with a faux leather mini and some B&W-print harem pants.
And finally, a lovely cream lace top and some vintage-inspired paisley-print dress. Pretty!
The next time I go back to Forever21, I'll be sure to arm myself with loads of cash! Ha!
P.S. Thanks to Jane Kingsu and Sarah of Forever 21 for accommodating me and for allowing me to take photos inside the store. :)
P.S. Thanks to Jane Kingsu and Sarah of Forever 21 for accommodating me and for allowing me to take photos inside the store. :)
oh myyy...this post makes me wanna shop right now! huhu. :))can't wait to check out F21 soon! love the shoes that you bought kookie!:)
ReplyDeleteang cute .. leche. inggit ako s shopping loots mo hehe
ReplyDeletehm to whom should i talk to in order for me to snap photos insde?
oh how i wish forever 21 will open a branch in cebu...:D
ReplyDeleteomg,i miss F21 !love your top Kookie!:)
ReplyDeleteI love those shoes! :)
ReplyDeleteAre you by any chance a size 9? If so, OMG I'M SO JEALOUS!!!! Those wedges were sold out instantly during their first release. And the polkadotted pumps I thought were released before pa. I didn't know they came out last week lang. But I heard they were out in an instant too! I'm so so so sad.
ReplyDeleteLucky you! Looking forward to what you will put together with those babies. (:
F21 is love Their wide array of accessories is just fab! and those Miu Miu-esque are gorgeous!
ReplyDeletexx, Channie
p.s. love the outfit.
yay for scoring the most coveted shoes from Forever 21! Can't wait to see the photos of you strutting in those new babies ;)
ReplyDeleteI love all your picks, too. Especially those sweat pants and the lace sweater. I can sooooo see you wearing them with those buckle straps boots and your signature bowler hat ;)
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I love your Forever 21 picks but my favorite is the pair of boots with crochet detail! :D I've been thinking of buying lace up boots but I'm still not sure if I can rock them :|
ReplyDeleteOh, and I really love your breezy top! :D
gahhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait to go there by october! promise! Imma gonna go heavy shopping toO! HAHA
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love F21 cannot wait until it opens in england xxxx
ReplyDeleteI saw the shoes you posted here in the site too. When I shopped there, the black and polka-dotted ones weren't there yet. So I'm glad they are now. But I doubt they still have my size. I have to agree that they sell pretty fast. Size 6 usually runs out. HAHA. It's cool that I can comment on your blog even though I don't own a blogspot. Cool picks though! ;)
ReplyDeletelove all your picks! we don't have the harem pants here yet, those are cute!
ReplyDeleteI really want to visit F21 as soon as possible, I drooling over there amazing items!! Love your new shoes.
ReplyDeleteAnd you looks great..love your big cross necklace and shoes.
So far I've only bought a hair clip at F21 but I just enjoy going there and staring at all the eye candy. And touching clothes. Haha, I sound creepy but I'm pretty broke.
ReplyDeleteI remember when it first opened I really wanted to look at their rings. But I had to line up with everyone else buying clothes to do so since it's at the counter. ACk
I hope you bought the maryjane platforms, Kookie! I would live through you.
Bea from A plus B
wow, your photos give these shoes and clothes such pizazz! I haven't gone to f21 in a while but now you've made me realize I should probably hit it up soon
ReplyDelete@ Nicole: Yes, I'm a size 9. Aww, too bad dear. Cross your fingers that the store or F21 online re-stocks. :)
ReplyDelete@ Kristy: You can soo read my mind! Haha! I think I should take a rest from the bowler hat for a while. Haha.
@ Christine: I'm pretty sure you can rock those brown boots! They look easy to wear. :)
ReplyDelete@ Bea: Yes, I did get the maryjanes! It was my 2nd time to go to F21 last Saturday. I reckon that everytime I drop by the store, I should already stock up on lots of items...just like how moms do their grocery shopping. i'm from the South so it's pretty tiring to travel all the way to Megamall just for F21.
Ahhh those shoes are Gorgeous! Lovely finds:) The top you are wearing is really pretty! Forever21 will always be my favorite store!
ReplyDeleteAh I am in despserate need of some retail therapy, you have no idea!
ReplyDeleteLove your purchases! Especially the shoes! Forever 21 never ever has my size! You're so lucky!
i was about to say that you're quite lucky to have been able to take photos inside the store!!! great picks!!!! i cant wait to see you wear your shoe purchases!! :D
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Love the maryjanes :)and you look great in that bright and girly top
ReplyDeleteLove the top, Kookie! And yay for the F21 shoe scores! Did a post just like this one except on The Ramp. Hope you can check it out! :)
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Hey Kookie! Thanks for the comments!
ReplyDeleteI don't even know where to start. First off, love your top! Secondly, every item you posted I would wear in a heartbeat...looove the wedges and didn't know F21 had them! That studded necklace was killer, the bags are awesome (i love the vintage carpet bag look) and everything else you picked out was great! I have to do some shopping there soon! :D
I love F21 too!! :D
ReplyDeleteBtw, I did what you said.. I left the blazer as it is.. I'll post a picture soon! :)
I posted pics of my home and some of the shots reminded me of you kase palagi ka madami maganda shots when you go out. Ngayon I won't take those places for granted anymore and make sure I have my picture taken and pose like you. Haha!
I hope I get to see you in person before I leave Manila for good. Maybe I'll bump into you during fashion week?
as much as i love f21, i find myself not buying a lot from the store, despite my connections. lol...because i know a lot of a lot of people who buys clothes in there and such a big chance to have the same one. haha! but i still like f21 anyway.. :)
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great picks, kookie! i can't wait for my must-needed retail therapy also! thanks to your post. :)
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love your blouse so much! and i'm drooling over the miu miu-esque mary janes!
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Crap. Im the biggest sucker for bling too. (As evidenced by my newest post)
ReplyDeleteI cant wait to get on a plane and fly my butt over to an F21 shop.
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i love the shoes you picked out from F21, especially the brown polka dotted one. Your top looks fantastic on you :D
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I LOVE YOUR OUTFIT, KOOKIE! Hi fellow iska hihi :D
ReplyDeleteF 21 is frustrating. IT SO PRETTY BUT IT'S TOO EXPENSIVE FOR MY TASTE :( It's like looking at an ice cream store with lots of flavors but you can't really taste all of it :(
I am following your blog now. Wow I am flattered that you took the time to comment. THANK YOU! :)
so jealous that you got those mary janes. i want them so bad. buti pa pinas may f21 eh dito wala!! third world, what?? ;)
ReplyDeletexoxo Mode Junkie
@ Mode Junkie: Zeriousssss??? Huwat??? Pero at least you have H&M!
ReplyDeleteLove your loot! :)Planning to go back next weekend for my own "eyed" picks. it takes MAJOR self control not to pick up everything in sight!
ReplyDeletethose platforms are AMAZING!
ReplyDelete@ Smarla: Thank you, dear! BTW, the polka dot maryjanes are in navy blue. They look brown because of the lighting lang. :)
ReplyDelete@ Len: Thanks for dropping by also! For me naman, the pricing of F21 is acceptable. There are some items which are a bit expensive but the shoes, quite friendly naman the price compared to shoes from Topshop or Zara. :)
Forever 21 is the best! I just began following.
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something's wrong with my connection, i can only see half of your photos...but i can just imagine how amazing the insides of f21 is!!! omg, Lord please hear us and open a f21 store here in cebu!hehehe.
ReplyDeletelove your loot! and i love your outfit too...boho perfect!
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girlalou love the peasant top. chic!
ReplyDeletelove the wedge shoes that you got! I know exactly how you feel, I did not work this summer so it has been about 2 months that I have not gotten paid!! OMG! I need to get paid soon, so I can have some retail therapy of my own :) I would love to start with those amazing B&W harem pants! I hope they have those over here!!
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have always been in love w/ F21! adore this post! aww wish i seriously knew about the mary jane miu miu inspired platforms!! i would have bought them in an instant. ooh and i have those distressed boots, never thought of that pairing, hm you've inspired me :).
ReplyDeletelovely post! <3.
hi kookie! i love your blog..can I just say, you inspire me :)
ReplyDeleteI want the polka dotted heels! are they comfortable?
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I love your looks, your like a celebrity.
ReplyDeletewow i love f21
ReplyDeleteflorals and vintage stuffsss are amazing
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:) nice blog so inspring
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