Wednesday, 8 January 2014

Best $5 I Ever Spent

Happy Wednesday, friends!

It's been a bit of a crazy week here in terms of the weather. Again. 

The other day, we got down to around -27 Celsius (-16 Fahrenheit). Even with pants under my pants, double socks, double gloves, a hat, and a thick scarf, it felt like my thighs were being stabbed on my way into work. Very, very unpleasant.

Have you seen #polarvortex around social media these days? It seems like almost every photo on my Instagram feed includes that hash tag. I guess that means I'm not the only one who enjoys complaining via social media about the weather.

On the opposite side of the spectrum, how about some warm weather outfit photos to take your mind off the cold for a few seconds? 

Today, I have the last of my outfits from Florida to share with you. In case you missed my other posts, you can check out the different looks here and here.

I actually can't believe I haven't worn this skirt on the blog before. I bought it about 4 or 5 years ago at Urban Outfitters. It was on the sale rack, and I paid a whopping $4.99. 

I've found some great deals in my day, but this is one of the best I've ever found. It's such a versatile skirt, that I lost track ages ago of how many times it's paid for itself. Don't you just love those types of finds?








OUTFIT DETAILS:

Cardigan - Urban Outfitters // Tank - Gap // Skirt - Urban Outfitters // Necklace - J Crew Factory
Booties - Arturo Chiang // Bag - Roots 

Admit it... have you hash tagged #polarvortex this week?

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53 comments:

  1. Tracys Notebook of Style8 January 2014 at 21:55

    Looks so fresh paired with your bubble necklace and booties! I remember paying only $5 for a bunch of stuff at UO a few years ago too, good times.

    Tracy
    www.TracysNotebookofStyle.com

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:34

      Those were good times. I haven't seen deals like that in ages!

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  2. Kacie Cone8 January 2014 at 22:29

    That is such a cute skirt! I can't believe you got such a god deal on it!
    www.shygirlloudvoice.com

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:35

      Thank you!! It was a good deal, but it's also one of my favourites.

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  3. Designer 3 Button Leather Jackets9 January 2014 at 02:47

    Really beautiful outfit.. you look amazing

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  4. Anonymous9 January 2014 at 03:18

    This is a lovely outfit - I really like the colour pops against the more neutral tones.
    Don't you just love bargain buys!
    :-)
    Bits & Bobs

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:35

      It's crazy how much of a rush I get from a good bargain every now and again!!!

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  5. Unknown9 January 2014 at 06:57

    I love finding a good deal! I love the shape of the skirt, it's so girly and cute and the colors of your outfit look so great with your skintone!

    Ivy xx
    Style Life Lovely

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:36

      Thanks so much! I just wish I still had that skin tone. The subzero temps really suck the tan off quickly....

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  6. Megan, TfDiaries.com9 January 2014 at 10:15

    awesome skirt!


    Xo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

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  7. Brittney9 January 2014 at 10:44

    I love the print on this skirt--if you ever decide to part ways with it, I'd gladly take it off your hands :P Stay warm! I only have ever experienced negative degrees once, and it felt like my pants were freeing to my thighs.

    Brittney

    Another Beautiful Thing

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:53

      I will definitely remember that. I don't think I'll be getting rid of it any time soon, but seriously...you have first dibs!! :)

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  8. Nikki9 January 2014 at 12:27

    What a cute skirt! And such a great deal! It is perfect for any time of the year.

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:54

      I do wear it year round. One of the reasons I love it so much!

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  9. Darcy9 January 2014 at 12:57

    That skirt is adorable! Can't believe the price you got it for. What a steal!!
    www.amemoryofus.blogspot.com

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  10. Head to Toe Chic9 January 2014 at 13:12

    That skirt was such a great price, and I love the print!

    xo,
    Angela

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  11. Unknown9 January 2014 at 13:36

    The skirt looks gorgeous, bright and vibrant for being several years old! Beautiful thrift find!

    - Anna

    www.melodicthriftychic.com

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:56

      This was a find on a sale rack at Urban Outfitters! I've never had such luck thrifting before.

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  12. Ashleigh9 January 2014 at 15:40

    I'm guilty of that hashtag but hey...I had to wash my hair in my sink b/c the bathroom pipes froze!
    I love your skirt. It is so vibrant and pretty!
    -ash
    www.thestylizedwannabe.com

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:57

      Haha I don't mean any hate with the hashtag. I am clearly all about them. I saw your Intsa post about that....just brutal.

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  13. Unknown9 January 2014 at 15:48

    Pretty skirt, vibrant and fun, you look lovely!
    Do visit my blog & if you like, follow me on GFC, Bloglovin & Twitter, leave a comment & I'll surely follow back! Have a lovely day!

    Feisty Fox Diaries

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    1. Jackie9 January 2014 at 18:57

      Of course I'll check out your blog. Thanks for stopping by!!

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  14. Vanessa N9 January 2014 at 16:36

    Yay, another person who lives in Toronto! I for one, am enjoying this -27 (-38 with windchill) weather, because it gives me the perfect excuse to skip class, haha.

    Love the bright floral print of the skirt! (+ nice score on the price!!)
    Vanessa | Citron and Guavaberry ʘ‿ʘ | Makeup & Silly things

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  15. Stylin' In St. Louis9 January 2014 at 17:41

    Love this skirt! What a great deal! Stay Warm!
    xo,
    Jacqueline
    stylininstlouis.com

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  16. LyddieGal9 January 2014 at 20:15

    Love it when you snatch up a great clearance find that becomes a closet staple. You must be really missing the FL weather now!
    Chic on the Cheap

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  17. Kelly9 January 2014 at 21:25

    This skirt is so pretty, what a great deal!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  18. Ann10 January 2014 at 00:07

    Lovely outfit.
    Gorgeous skirt and necklace
    you got there.

    http://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com

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  19. Unknown10 January 2014 at 00:09

    Great post ;)
    Kisses <3

    http://www.theladyjersey.com
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  20. Life's a shoe10 January 2014 at 01:14

    cute outfit! your skirt is so pretty and girly!

    lifeisashoe.blogspot.com

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  21. I dare you to be fashion10 January 2014 at 05:17

    hello darling, i have just discovered you blog, would u like to follow each other on gfc and facebook??? I always follow back, xoxo
    http://idareyoutobefashion.blogspot.ro/

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  22. Merritt10 January 2014 at 05:23

    can't believe you bought that for only $5! That's such a great find! I always tend to forget about Urban, but they do always have great sales.

    The Style Scribe

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  23. Because of Jackie10 January 2014 at 06:41

    That skirt is gorgeous! Love the colors and the pattern and the overall "swirliness" of it;) I bought a striped cardigan at Forever 21 four years ago for $10 and it is a mainstay in my closet. Don't you just LOVE great deals?!

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  24. fabulouspetite10 January 2014 at 06:41

    the skirt is so pretty and you styled is so well. Yes well worth the $5. So amazing and feel giddy when we get good deals.

    xo
    Sam
    http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

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  25. Unknown10 January 2014 at 07:42

    Love the pictures and shessshhh -16F my goodness :(

    xoxo

    http://www.theprevailingeffect.com

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  26. welovefur10 January 2014 at 09:37

    I really like this colorful skirt
    kisses
    www.welovefur.com

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  27. Leonita Nerisa10 January 2014 at 10:31

    Love the pictures :)
    great skirt !

    thanks for visiting my blog :)

    Love, Leonita
    http://blackblueblizzard.blogspot.com/

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  28. Unknown10 January 2014 at 10:37

    That skirt is amazing! So cute. If you get a chance, I would love for you to stop by my blog and enter a great giveaway I'm hosting! Thanks!
    xo Dina
    http://www.sweetestsomethings.com

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  29. Jenna Fifi10 January 2014 at 12:21

    So many amazing colours!

    Jenna || Jennafifi.co.uk

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  30. Lusting for Leather10 January 2014 at 14:30

    Thanks for your comment on my blog. Great skirt, especially with the necklace.

    xo,

    http://www.lustingforleather.com/

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  31. Jessica10 January 2014 at 16:06

    Wow -27ºC?? It's hard to think about it, especially because it's summer here and the temperature is really high, 40ºC/ 104ºF! By the way, lovely outfit and pictures!! =D

    http://whattostyle.blogspot.com/

    xoxo,
    Jess

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  32. Unknown10 January 2014 at 19:22

    You have the best color combinations!!!
    Love the skirt!

    XX,
    Whitney
    The Retail Therapist

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  33. Jackie11 January 2014 at 19:13

    WHOA, you win!! That's actually insane!!

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  34. Mihaela12 January 2014 at 10:52

    Wow, lovely post :) Love your blog!

    mfashionfreak♥blog

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  35. Shira12 January 2014 at 18:56

    Ah love finding steals like those! Sometimes it's the cheap finds I end up wearing most!

    www.asequinloveaffair.com

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  36. Maria at inredningsvis13 January 2014 at 07:21

    Wow it looks AMAZING on ya :) I hope you had a great weekend dear.

    Check out my new post....Lovely HM decor :)

    Have a fab week

    LOVE Maria at inredningsvis - inredning it's, Swedish for decor :)

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  37. Anonymous16 January 2014 at 08:31

    $5???? omg that's amazing!!!
    besides its amazing price, it is also such a fabulous skirt! loving your look!
    xoxo Vera & Rony
    http://wattwewear.com/

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  38. Colur Me Bristol15 March 2014 at 20:16

    Cute outfit! I really love the necklace and bracelet. Pink and orange are my favourite colours. :) What a great deal you got on that skirt!

    ~Bristol
    colourmebristol.blogspot.com

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