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Gap jeans/scarf/top, Red Clover blazer c/o, Wanted shoes, Thrifted bag/bracelet

I remember seeing this bag at Target and really wanting it. But it was $24.99, and Kevin sarcastically suggested I just take a basket-weaving course and make the 'fancy basket' myself. Tempting. I put it down and forgot about it, but 6 months later we were reunited at Goodwill with a price everyone could agree on. The universe knew I needed a sequined straw bag, and you can't argue with $3.99.

It's the day before Valentine's day and you know what that means? Galentine's day...a night at the wine bar with my girlfriends and fancy basket. 

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66 comments:

  1. fantastic scarf and bag love!

    XO Meghan
    citrusrefreshingfashion.blogspot.com

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  2. that bag is so adorable! and your scarf is gorgeous!

    www.modernsuburbanites.blogspot.com

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  3. I adore all the sparkle, really adds to an outfit and makes it special. THis is such a lovely scarf too.

    tia-cherie.blogspot.com

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  4. I love your scarf! and I love that you do galentine's day! That's such a great idea!
    Jenn
    With Luck

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  5. You just can't beat $4 for a bag! That's great that you were able to find it. I love this look - super classy!

    Amy
    Fashion and Beauty Finds

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  6. Galentine's Day sounds awesome! Loving your adorable scarf and your sequined straw...so fun :)

    annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  7. That clutch is soooo beautiful!!!
    xoxo

    novelstyle.blogspot.com

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  8. I love sparkle even more when it's under 5 bucks, haha. Have a wonderful Galentine's Day!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    JCrew giveaway!

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  9. No you cannot argue with that. And that bag is really cute! I love this outfit. That scarf is so pretty!

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  10. Such a beautiful outfit! The bag is lovely and certainly meant to be yours. :)

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  11. I love this outfit. It is so cohesive. The scarf is so fun, as is the bag! Guess it was meant to be since you found it later!

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  12. I love the crisp, clear lines of this outfit, as well as the colors. Oh, and your hair is so absolutely gorgeous.

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  13. such a pretty scarf and clutch! :) my boyfriend says similar things about my bag love! nice that you found it so cheap and thrifted.
    kw ladies in navy

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  14. Yay for thrifting! That's a super cute bag.

    The scarf is SO you, by the way.

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  15. This outfit is just beautiful. I love a good boot-cut jean, white top and blazer, but that scarf and "fancy basket" just make this outfit so stunning!
    How come all I ever come across when thrifting is dirty polos and size XXL stretchy pants? Some girls have all the luck!

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  16. I love the idea of a Galentine's Day! That sounds fun! I have a night like that on Friday, I can't wait.

    Great score on the bag too! It was meant to be!

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  17. OO fun bag!
    Hope you can check out my latest DIY! nellecreations.com

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  18. what a great find!! you are the best thrifter ever! and how fun that you are going out with your girlfriends! forlaurenandlauren.blogspot.ocm

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  19. Obsessed with your clutch and scarf!

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  20. Hooray! Great find. What a cute bag!

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  21. You and the clutch were meant to be!

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  22. nice bag!!

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  23. I adore your glitter clutch! What a classy outfit today. You never disappoint.

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  24. That clutch is so cute! And for $3.99 you had to have it. Galentine's Day sounds so fun! Have a great night!

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  25. I'll be having a Galentine day too! Haha, and wow, that's so awesome you were able to thrift that adorable clutch :D

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    Trendy Teal

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  26. This clutch is so gorgeous, I love that you waited and found it at a thrift store for such a great deal!!

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  27. That clutch is amazing...love it!

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  28. I LOVE it when I find things in thrift stores that I had previously wanted at full price! It's like hitting the jackpot! Oh, and Galentine's day seems like a tradition that I need to start taking part in! Have fun with your Galentine's festivities :)

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  29. Very cute bag! I wish thrift stores were as good around here! Maybe I'm just not looking hard enough. I plan to hunt with a friend who has plenty of experience, next week. Wish us luck! Have fun tonight!

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  30. Cute blazer, too! I've been needing a new one to enliven my work wardrobe.

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  31. I love that blazer, there is one at my work similar but in red and I am VERY VERY tempted to buy it!

    Glad you managed to find your bag at a more agreeable price =)

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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  32. that bag megan is so gorgeous! i love straw bags. the sparkle to it set's it apart from the others. it looks great with your outfit.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  33. ohmygosh i LOVE that scarf!! don't you just love finding gems at thrift stores?!?!

    xo,Taylor
    iLikeMyClothesTaylored.blogspot.com

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  34. The scarf is so cute Megan and really, can't beat that price for that amazing 'fancy basket'!!
    Have fun at the bar!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours

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  35. Great clutch. Hope you had a lovely night with your girlfriends.

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  36. That is a beautiful scarf! Love it :)

    http://sistersintherain.blogspot.com/

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  37. I've seen similar clutches while thrifting but have always left them in the store because my stuff would not fit in there. it's cute though. and so is your beautiful scarf.

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  38. You and that bag for the win!!

    http://stylishsass.blogspot.com

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  39. Cute scarf!

    Nora
    www.penchantforpretty.com

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  40. That is an epically cute bag, and I can definitely see that the $3.99 price tag makes it all the more appealing :-) Such a good feeling when the universe rewards patience and restraint like that.

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  41. I wish I had someone to celebrate Galentine's Day with! I could use a girls' night! You look so cute, and, of course, I love the bird print on the scarf!

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  42. Thats such a fun bag! Hehe Galentines day ;-)

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  43. lovely bag...but I'm still thinking about your yellow shoes!!!

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  44. I always love when you wear these jeans. They look so good on you!!! Love it.

    That story about the bag cracked me up. I'd love to be a fly on the wall watching you two :)

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  45. great clutch lady, and good score ...loving the scarf too!!
    Jess
    JESS CAUSE BLOG

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  46. Awww! It was meant to be :) glad you found it for the right price! also loving that you rock the wide leg jean! I still need to try it out :)
    xo, elle from Living in Color.

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  47. I love that whole outfit...all those blues, the scarf and of course THAT bag! So pretty!

    -Susan stylingwithsusieblog.com

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  48. I don't think I've ever seen a straw bag with sequins on it. How do you find all the good stuff??!

    dancingwithashley.blogspot.com

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  49. ahhh! i knew we were kindred spirits! i found that exact same bag at a thrift store while we were in chicago! it was $5! (no way I was paying $25 lol) I hadn't thought of wearing it as a clutch tho! love how you styled it and that scarf! :) Happy Gal/Valentine's Day! ;)

    ~Chioma
    C's Evolution of Style

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  50. Lovely casual outfit - really like your clutch too, what a bargain! :)

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

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  51. hey hun
    Happy Valentine's Day!!!!!
    I just found your blog ans I love it!
    really cute lay out and interestig post!
    Check my blog if you want and maybe we can follow each other:)
    I have also a GIVEAWAY hosted in my blog!
    xoxo

    www.fashionrailways.com

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  52. nothing like a good scarf and great wide legged jeans! (p.s. i have those jeans too and live in them!)

    xo,Taylor
    iLikeMyClothesTaylored.blogspot.com

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  53. Really cute look! Love the sequin straw bag! Happy Galentine's Day darlin:)! Rita @ www.CoastWithMe.com

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  54. I love the fancy basket! Aren't you glad you waited? Can't beat that price!

    http://2ndhandknowledge.wordpress.com

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  55. How serendipitous! That bag really does look fancy in these pictures; maybe you need to photograph all of your pieces before letting Kevin judge them. Or, you know, continue to tell him to suck it.

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  56. Your outfit is stunning, I like how you combined the items! And happy Valentine’s!

    Have a great day,
    -Kati
    http://almoststylish.blogspot.de

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  57. I love this story. The Thrifting Gods have been smiling on you lately! The clutch is fab and I love your scarf. All-around great, simply outfit.

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  58. Lovely Pics! And the hair! Oh My Gosh! The Hair! :D

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  59. I LOVE when I hold out on buying something I really like, only to find it on super sale a few days/weeks later - so satisfying! :)

    life-etcblog.blogspot.com.au

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  60. Aurélie as mounetteFebruary 15, 2013 7:38 AM

    Love this blue look, the bag is very ..gold lol
    Kiss
    Aurélie
    www.lespetitesbullesdemavie.blogspot.com

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  61. Love that bag! Especially for $3.99!
    I never think to tie my scarf this way! I even have a fabulous one my Brother brought back from Paris! Trying this soon! thanks.

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  62. Janine BakeGlueandTrendFebruary 20, 2013 3:08 PM

    What a lovely bag and I really like the scarf too. I hope you had a great Galentine's Day :)

    Janine xx
    Bake, Glue and Trend!

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