Random Snapshots Vol. 7: Last November

Some photos I found from last November of presents, hauls, and treats. Have a lovely Tuesday!

Jason Wu for Target Haul & Launch Fiasco

 Flap Satchel

Jason Wu arrived at Target today and as expected, it was insane. I'll share what I hauled first though and if you want to hear my little rant, you can scroll down to the bottom. =)

Trench Coat in Navy

Blouse with Tie in Blush Dots & Blouse with Tie in Navy Dots

Short-Sleeve Tee with Tie in Blush & Long-Sleeve Sheer Blouse in Blush Dots

Poplin Dress in Navy & Dot-Print Shirt Dress in Cream

My Experience with Target and Mr. Wu..

My boyfriend and I arrived at Target at 6:30 a.m. (doors open at 8:00 a.m.) and we waited in the car until the other customers started rolling up. I quickly ran outside to secure my first spot in line at 7:15 a.m. I saw two chairs at the door and went in front of them as no one had been sitting there then entire time that I was in the parking lot.

Two gals suddenly ran out of their car to yell at me and tell me that they had been there since 4 a.m. and that those were their spots in line. Sure that's fine and all but I expect bodies to be holding places in lines not vacant seats.

I didn't want to cause a scene so I figured, "What the hey, it's only two people."

Others started to line up behind us and we chatted about items they wanted. Most seemed to have their eye on three popular items: the poplin dress, black trench coat, and kitty scarf.

About ten minutes before the store opened, the ladies in front had two more gals join them. They were forming their own small army. The others and I looked at each other in despair. We knew what was happening. They were going to barricade the aisles and hoard all the Jason Wu items for re-sale.

The others and I decided to join forces and grab things for each other if they were accessible. The doors opened. My boyfriend was sent to the accessories wall as I headed to the clothing racks.

The one thing that I wanted the most was no where to be found.

Photo by Target

Luckily, my boyfriend was able to grab the last flap satchel for me. I had originally wanted the Straw Classic Flap Bag but after seeing both in person, the flap satchel looked much nicer (in my opinion.)
Anyways, when he was headed to the accessories wall, one of the women from the army tried to accuse him of running (to get him kicked out.) He's very tall so he has long strides but in no way was he running -he was walking next to me the whole time! Also, that same woman grabbed 95% of the bags and scarves for herself and loaded them into a cart.

As for the website, I tried buying a few items at 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. but the items kept disappearing from my cart. Also, the site wouldn't even open up on my laptop so I was forced to use my phone -I just kept having cart and account problems!

All in all, I did score some great items and I'm quite lucky compared to others. However, I'm very irritated that the group in front of me turned out to be re-sellers and I'm so disappointed that Target doesn't have a better policy. Online, they were limiting people to buying two of each item and I feel that they should enforce the same rule IN STORE. No one in their right mind needs 10 of the same purse and all the sizes of a single dress or skirt for just themselves.

Did anyone else pick up anything from Jason Wu today? How was your experience?

$4.09 CVS Haul

I needed some double sided tape so stopped by CVS to redeem my Extra Bucks.

What I Bought

 Scotch Double Sided Tape- $4.99

Powermint Tic Tacs- $1.67 (x2)

Skittles Heart- $2.00

SweeTarts Heart- 88 cents

Wet n Wild Nail Polish in Teal of Fortune- $1.19

Wet n Wild Polish in 9.0.2.1.0range- $1.19

Coupons

$5.00 Extra Bucks

$3.50 Extra Bucks

$1.00 Extra Buck

I also picked up some beads. =)

P.S. Is anyone going to target tomorrow

This Week's Hauls

I picked up some things during Sephora's extra "20% off sale" sale. I got to use a gift card too so that was an extra bonus!

Harajuku Lovers Jingle G

Harajuku Lovers Wicked Style Baby

Hello Kitty Liquid Nail Art in Red Sparkle

Hello Kitty Liquid Nail Art in Night Sparkle

Smashbox Brow Tech Wax

The Brow Tech was the only non-sale item. I've been lemming for it since mine ran out but Sephora stores stopped carrying it and it was out of stock online since forever!! I wanted to pick it up during the F&F sale so I'm really unhappy that I had to pay full price! However, I am relieved to finally have it.

Hair clips from Giggles and Frills

I see a ton of other Etsy sellers with practically the same items (right down to the color) so I think a good amount of them are just using the same pattern. However, what makes Giggles and Frills stand out is that she doesn't just do felt hair clips. Most of the clips are made with ribbons which are creatively put into place to form various objects like rainbows and ballet slippers. I highly recommend this seller.

And lastly, I bought "He's Just Not That Into You" which is one of my favorite movies. =)

Have a terrific Friday everyone.

Urban Decay F&F Haul

I had some credit at Urban Decay and wanted to make use of it during the F&F sale. I really didn't "need" but I did pick up a few things. I think I only spent like $10 for all this (I had some credit from when they messed up an order.)

24/7 "Electric" Travel Kit

Lovechild Lipstick

Sin Primer Potion

Limited Edition Lipstick Cap (free with any lipstick purchase)

Wallflower Lip Junkie (deluxe sample)

Have a fabulous Tuesday everyone. <33

Haul & Presents

G of the Sea Perfume ($15 @ Marshalls)

H&M Striped Blazer

Forever 21 Burnt Orange Blazer

Forever 21 Beaded Cardigan

Forever 21 Kimono-esque Maxi Dress

Forever 21 Dusty Rose Dress with Ruffles

Forever 21 Graphic Skirt

Gap Outlet Jewel Bow Flats

Forever 21 Hair Clips

Claire's Keychains (for my loves)

Hello Kitty Momiji Dolls

Hello Kitty Momiji Cup

Before

After

I used to do hauls where I'd post almost everything I purchased but I felt like those got rather boring. Seeing the same v-neck or striped t-shirt gets old. In the post, I featured items that were my "favorite" or the most "interesting" among the things I've purchased in the last few months.

Have a marvelous Sunday loves. <33

Brought home 5 BBW Goodies for $1.50 (offer expires today!!)

I stumbled over an awesome Bath & Body Works post on Nouveau Cheap yesterday. I was able to score a Charmed Life body lotion (2 oz) and two Halloween PocketBacs (Sour Drop and Scary Cats) -all free. The lotion was absolutely free but the the Halloween PocketBacs came free with any purchase. They allowed me to get two of them so I bought two discounted PocketBacks (Lemon Sugar and Grapefruit Guava) for 75 cents each. Pretty sweet deal if you ask me..

Visit this link for the coupons.

My thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by 9/11. <33

Have a beautiful Sunday everyone.

Today's $3.48 Find (plus 30% off @ Old Navy AND 50% off @ Gap TODAY!)

Hey everyone! I've had a busy day with the family but I'm finally home to rest for an hour or so before we head out again. I wanted to share these adorable Zipper-Bow Faux-Leather Flats I found at Old Navy and get this, they were only $3.48! There was not tag so the manager gave them to me for $4.97 plus an additional 30% off. (Click here to print. I got this coupon in my email but this is a RetailMeNot version.)

When I got home, I checked online and they're actually regular price still at $24.94! Mine were the last pair left (that I could fine) so I'm wondering if they're really on sale at all stores -or if mine were a lucky mistake.

I think you all know by now that I love shoes -especially flats. I've been wanting a zipper bow pair so I'm very pleased with these.

On another note, I wanted to add that Gap is having a GREAT promotion today in stores only -50% off ALL women and body. I got there when they opened and it was packed.

P.S. I know you all asked to see my shoes from this post but because I've been getting LOTS of new shoes lately, I'm thinking of doing a shoe collection post (in photos) soon instead. But if you're really interested, here is the list of shoes shown in that post:

• Sam Edelman Adena Flat in Rose Gold (shown in this post)
• BC Footwear Limousine Ballet Flat in Teal (which is more of a grayish, cloudy blue) and Red
• Cougar Revere Waterproof Riding Boot in Navy/Chocolate
• Wanted Carlton Leopard Slip-On Loafer (runs small -I wish I'd gotten a half size up)
• Hive & Honey Genne Ankle Boots in New Tan (shown in this post)

I got some really great deals -20% off both my Amazon and Endless orders, so I don't feel too guilty bad. Have a fantastic weekend everyone!<33

P.S.S. And to all of those out there who are in for a weekend with Hurricane Irene, stay safe. My prayers are with you. <33

T.J. Maxx & Marshalls theBalm Haul

After reading Mai's post Sunday night, I was eager to search my T.J. Maxx locations for the Meet Matt(e) and TheBalm & the Beautiful (a.k.a.Muppets Cast Your Shadow) palettes. After calling six loactions and visiting one, I walked away with Meet Matt(e) ($16.99), Betty-Lou Manizer ($12.99), Mary-Lou Manizer ($12.99), and Bahama Mama ($9.99). I was absolutely thrilled to find the second two because I'd just purchased both from Sephora at full price (those will be returned now!) However, I was still super bummed that I didn't get my hands on TheBalm & the Beautiful so I headed to a nearby Marshalls where I found Frat Boy and Cabana Boy (both $9.99).

Tomorrow will be another "hunting day." I'm headed out of the city to find this darn palette and I realllllly hope I do. It would totally make my day week month!

Have a marvelous Tuesday lovers. <33

So I've been on a shoe kick..

LOVE everything.. except for Amazon sent me the wrong rain boots!! But maybe I'll keep them anyways since they're pretty darn cute -but plain.

Seriously? Super G?!

Gwen Stefani (or her team) seem to always come out with the cutest things. I love the designs on their makeup bags and their perfume collections. I don't necessarily love the actual fragrances but I do love the perfume bottles. I think Super G (above) may be the best yet! I've never seen anything like it. However, I'd love to see the other Harajuku girls dressed up as super heroes and mermaids -why is it always about G?

Oh, and I just bought these adorable makeup bags. I also bought a third for my upcoming giveaway. Buy here.

Photo Source (1st image)

Floral Summertime Dress

Picked up this little number for only $10 (on sale) at H&M. I'm in love with the print.

 Have a beautiful Tuesday. <33

Damage

 Above: Damage from yesterday's shopping trip with one of my girls. It looks bad but considering what we got, we saved a ton. A haul post should be up soon.

Forever 21 Jewelry Anyone?

I'm really sorry for being MIA! I've been super busy. =( I didn't know I'd be so busy this summer.. Anyways, I've been frequenting Forever 21 a lot lately. I honestly never paid attention to their jewelry selection until now and I have to say I've been pleasantly surprised with what they have to offer. Cheap costume jewelry that I won't be afraid to lose (you know, because I misplace my stuff all the time..)? Yes Please!

Oh and I resist these cupcake stickers..

Have a fabulous Friday. <33

Sonia Kashuk Brush Sets on Sale @ Target!!

I always miss out on the fabulous Sonia Kashuk limited edition brush sets when they go on clearance so when the newest sets packaged in a chic teal and orange combo came out, I made sure to keep my eyes wide open for any sales. For months, I checked up on them during every visit. Being the bargain shopper that I am, I was not about to pay full price when I knew they'd eventually go on clearance.

Yesterday, when I stopped by Target for some lunch, I got lucky! Most (or all?) of the products from the Spring collection were plastered with clearance stickers featuring amazing markdowns. I quickly checked for the Gold Mine set (7 piece brush set) but it was gone. I left with the Small Treasure set (4 piece brush set) without even fully knowing if I wanted it.

Later on, I visited another Target and found three Gold Mine sets left! I was ecstatic. =) I picked up one and left feeling pretty darn happy and accomplished. I'll test these out during the next few weeks but from what I can tell, these brushes feel fairly soft and look nice for the price. We'll see how they hold up though. As far as online Target reviews go, the Gold Mine set has a 5 star rating.

Gold Mine Set ($17.48 from $24.99)

 Small Treasure Set ($10.48 from $14.99)