It was inevitable. I knew I would succumb to the Fourth of July sales! When I got of the office early on Thursday, I was on the hunt for a pair of denim shorts. Those have been on my list for a while, since I gave away or donated all the pairs I used to own (they were either too short or too tight). I did score a pair of jeans shorts from Gap on double sale (final total = $14.99). I should have stopped there, but nooooo, I just had to pop into the H&M across the street. About 45 minutes later, I walked out with all the rings you see above! I’d wanted some more delicate rings and these sets from H&M were super affordable. I also picked up a pretty golden spiked necklace from H&M, along with a lacy black tee.
Other than shop, this weekend I…
– enjoyed drinks on the rooftop at Birreria.
– had a sleepover with a friend and talked about everything from books to bearded men.
– finished the fourth Harry Potter book (so. many. feelings).
– watched Victor and Victoria with my roommate (we loved it!).
– had a few friends over and enjoyed donuts and chicken that my friend brought all the way from Federal Donuts in Philly.
– watched the fourth Harry Potter movie.
Tell me: Did you guys shop any of the sales this weekend? How was your Fourth of July?
![TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW by Gabrielle Zevin (@aaknopf #gifted) • Everyone was raving about this book, including several people whose taste I trust, so I had to pick it up a few months ago. Well, y'all were right! I loved it and I thought this was a beautiful book, both inside and out.
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It’s interesting to see how the friendship between Sam and Sadie, the two characters at the center of the novel, evolves over the years. At their best, Sadie and Sam really see and understand each other. They both describe how the intimacy they share is both different and in some ways better than their romantic relationships. But at the same time, there are things that they don’t know or misunderstand about each other, even after years of being friends.
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These characters really grabbed me. This is definitely a slower-paced, more character-driven story. But every time I picked it up, I was excited to get back to these characters and read more about their lives. Zevin’s writing in this book was beautiful and I liked the way she played around with the writing style at certain points in the book.
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As several people have mentioned, you do not have to be into video games at all to enjoy this book. It's about artistry, craft, relationships, and friendships that are difficult to categorize. It’s about the ability to build or escape to a world that’s better than the one we live in. This book was excellent and I’m not over these characters yet. I’ll be thinking about them for a while.
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If you've read it, what did you think?
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I saw, loved, and wanted these rings, but I’m afraid they will all turn pink in no time, such has been my luck with inexpensive jewelry. Especially since I don’t always remember to take them off when I wash my hands. Do let me know how they are looking in a few weeks and if I should run out and get some of my own!
Chic on the Cheap
That’s what I worry about with these too, but I figured that they’re so inexpensive that I’d just give them a try. I will definitely let you know how they hold up after a few weeks of wear!
Looks like you’re set with rings for awhile :) Cute selection! I did not shop any of the sales and spent the 4th watching the fireworks from our terrace. It was such a nice night.
Rowena @ rolala loves
Thank you Rowena! I admire your shopping restraint :) That sounds so nice. I sadly didn’t get to see any fireworks this year!
I was surprised with myself and restrained from shopping!! haha. WEIRD for me considering the sales going on. But, I think having to work some helped me since I felt more like relaxing than thinking about what to buy. Ironic. =)
And you had me stop for a second thinking about donuts & chicken. It makes me want to make a special trip JUST for that!
xo,
nancy
http://www.adoretoadorn.com
It’s so hard to resist when I was getting tons of emails each day about sales and sales on sales! haha At least I didn’t go too too crazy :)
Federal Donuts are so yummy. I have to add it as a must-stop every time I go to Philly from now on!
1) I neeeeeed that necklace. I’ve pretty much been looking for something like that for a long time. Might have to copy you.
2) Bearded men are the only way to go.
3) I don’t remember specifics, but I do remember thinking that the Goblet of Fire was a TOTAL mindfuck.
Glad you had a nice weekend!
1. DO IT
2. Haha, I’m on the other side- I prefer clean-shaven! I can do a little bit of stubble though, but not really a full on beard.
3. Yes! The last 100 or so pages were so intense and so much happened and I’ll admit it- a tear did leak from my eye.
I am in love with that necklace!!!! And the rings are pretty great.
Courtney ~ Sartorial
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Thank you Courtney! :)
I thought something had happened to your blog because I wasn’t getting any of your post updates. So glad you’re still here! I could totally use rings like that right now! You got them for such a deal!
stylethroughhereyes.com
I just found out yesterday that my Bloglovin hasn’t been updating for a couple of weeks! Is that the reader you use? Glad you found me again :)
OMG, love these accessories! And, admittedly, I haven’t read any of the HP books & have only seen a few of the movies. :( I need to catch up!
Thank you so much! As another latecomer to HP, I definitely recommend you read them- they’re so good :)
I love that you had a bit of a Harry Potter weekend! Those dainty rings are so pretty! Skinny rings are my favorite!
~Sara
Thank you Sara! I love these skinny rings too- I’m glad I found a set that was so affordable.