Hey Guys!
Happy Friday and 4th of July Weekend!
So, I went into H&M the other day and saw this gorgeous leather skirt and knew I must own it. I felt a little guilty because I put myself on a mini “shopping diet” but I also had a feeling that I’d regret not buying it. I also knew that I had 2 H&M items, tags attached, hanging in my closet that I purchased a few weeks ago that I was kind of iffy about. I decided to return those items to justify buying the skirt. Of course I ended up buying 2 additional things that “I needed.” Regardless, there’s no shopping guilt since I love all 3 items and lucky for all of us, H&M is affordable.
I got: leather skirt (my friend asked if it was real leather and it is), black basic shorts and lace shorts. I already have some outfits planned! 😀
Oh, and as far as the exciting news in my life, Keith popped the question and we’re engaged! It happened on Sunday after the Andy Warhol exhibit in front of the restaurant where we had our first date many years ago! It was so sweet and I truly feel lucky. There is no one I have more fun with and no one that makes me laugh more than him. In this crazy life, having someone you can just laugh with is so important (to me). Of course there are many other things, but I’ll refrain from stating everything else! :D.
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
xoxo,
Helena
29 comments
fshnonmymind
Congratulations!!!! You have to show off the ultimate jewelry piece in your collection!!! 🙂
I love all of your purchases from H&M and I can't believe you found a leather skirt. I look forward to seeing how you rock that. I've been on the lookout for some cute shorts and I really like those lace ones. I might have to make a stop at H&M soon. And you're not the only one who has trouble with shopping bans.
July 2, 2010Jessica
congrats on your engagement!!
July 2, 2010Hello*Pretty
OMG, that is soo exciting- Congratulations!! xo-karrie
PS. loving your buys, especially the lace shorts. too cute! 🙂
July 2, 2010Star-Light
i have to buy these lace shorts!!
July 2, 2010Andee Layne
ahhhh thats amazing news!!! Congrats! Its such an exciting time! Soak it all in! On a side note im in LOVE with those lace shorts! i must have them! xoxo
July 2, 2010lamia
Congratulations sweety!! I wish you all the best!!!
xoxo
Lamia
http://ginger-chocolateandhoney.blogspot.com/
http://fashionmeandmyself.blogspot.com/
July 2, 2010Jammer
Congratssss!! And, thank you for the sweet comment 🙂
I love what you got from H&M – and btw, it totally doesn't count as spending money if you return other things…that's how I justify buying new things all the time lol.
http://jammer10am.blogspot.com/
July 2, 2010Musubi
Congratulations.
First time commenting, but I've been lurking for awhile. Love your style!!!
July 2, 2010Rebecca Rugby
Congratulations Helena!!!!!!! That is such great, fun news!
Those lace shorts are going to be so interesting to work with. Everything you pair them with will make the outfit have a soft edge. Love that leather skirt too! xxRebecca
July 2, 2010BrooklynBlonde
Thank you, ladies!!!! 🙂
I love the lace shorts! It might be my favorite of the 3 items and jammer, you're right! Returning something for something else doesn't count as spending money! haha!
July 2, 2010Kate
Aww, congrats!! Those lace shorts are AMAZING!! I love them! And the leather skirt is gorgeous, too.
July 2, 2010Andi
Wow, congratulations! So happy for you!! Yay for the wedding planning! I used to do that for a living so if you have Qs, feel free to ask!! 🙂
Those lace shorts are insane!!!!
July 2, 2010Haute Californian
oh my goodness congratulations on being engaged! and i've been looking for a leather skirt and lace shorts everywhere, now i know where to find a pair. adorable purchases!
July 2, 2010406 Olivia
Congrats!
And sweet finds, espeshthose lace shorts!
July 2, 2010Eat, Sleep, Denim
Those lace shorts are too cute and I really need a leather skirt!
July 2, 2010Eat, Sleep, Denim <3
Anna Katrina
great pick on the shorts! im loving the lace!
Anna Katrina
July 2, 2010http://passportglamour.blogspot.com
Lana
Congratulations on your engagement! 🙂
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SWAY
awesome purchases girl!!! i just recently bought the same leather skirt from h&m 😀 !!!
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Krizia
Congratulations with your engagement!
I wish you all the luck in the world!
x Krizia
http://www.krizia-shark-attack.blogspot.com
July 3, 2010Debby
Congrats!! I'm so happy for you!
I wish the both of you the best of luck in life <3.
Btw, I'm going to go pick up those lace shorts today! They are soo Cute!!
July 3, 2010Susu Paris Chic
I'm so glad I bumped into your blog! I share so many of your fashion views. And positivity about life, which just glows through you.
You made some great purchases, especially the lace shorts that are superb, the leather skirt – I love the caramel hue – as well.
I added you immediately on my links. Fashion kisses from Paris!
July 4, 2010Style of a Fashionista
Congratulations on your engagement such happy news.
I love those H&M lace shorts they are amazing xoxo
July 4, 2010Jony
Congrats!!
Love all new items!
July 4, 2010I'MTHATCHIQ
OMG I need that leather skirt, is it from the Trend section? do tell 🙂
July 4, 2010this free bird
Honey – fabulous purchases, but even more fabulous is the engagement news. Many, many congratulations to you!! Hope you're having a wonderful 4th…all the best to you both! xoxo-Carrie
July 4, 2010Rosie
love the lace shorts…Congrats by the way…please follow by blog as I will yours.
July 4, 2010http://skinrose.blogspot.com/…Rosie
Jennifer
Aw, Congrats! 🙂 That is so awesome! I married my best friend last November…I cannot wait for our 1 year anniversary!
Take every moment in girl, because it goes by SO quick..it's like a blur!
xx
Jen
http://belledecouture.blogspot.com
July 7, 2010My Lack of Style
Bought the same lace shorts, would love to see you wearing them! Need some inspiration, it's quite difficult to combinate.. 😉
July 14, 2010