The Hit List…

Left: Ruffled Shoulder Bag, $50, www.oohboutique.com (Coming soon!)
Right: Tuxedo Leather Bag by BE & D, $970, www.net-a-porter.com or $1280, www.saksfifthavenue.com

I’m eyeing this ruffled bag with trepidation. I love the BE & D original on the right but alas, love can’t be exchanged for real currency. So, I will wait patiently for Ooh Boutique’s alternative to hit the virtual shelves. I know this bad boy is going to go quick but mama didn’t raise no fool… My credit card is on standby! Also check out the blue version Ooh Boutique has and the bronze BE & D version at Saks.

The Hit List...

Left: Emma Lace Top, $21.50, www.wetseal.com
Right: Albrecht Top, $23.99, www.gojane.com
Left: Behnaz Sarafpour Gold Clutch, $16.99, www.target.com
Right: Tucked Rosettes Kiss Lock Clutch, $14.99, www.target.com
Left: Silk Chiffon Blouse with Cami by Rebecca Taylor, $86.99, www.saksfifthavenue.com
Right: Shawl Collar Sweater, $88.00, www.ardenb.com

Target’s online store has so many cute purses for less than $20. Above are just two of them, but visit the site to peep more! I just hope they look as good in real-life as they do in photos; sometimes online buys don’t always meet your expectations. :(

GoJane.com and Wetseal.com always come with the great tops for affordable prices. I can see myself rocking both the lace top and blue cardigan with a pair of dark jeans and heels. Also head over to SaksFifthAvenue.com, they have some cute items on sale… lovin’ this floral top by Rebecca Taylor, she has some beautiful pieces on her site.

The Hit List…

Dress: Mariko Babydoll Dress by Matthew Williamson, $2,203.00, www.net-a-porter.com
Red Dress: Classic Turtleneck Sweater, $19.80, Forever 21

Top: Printed Full Sleeve Tunic, $98.00, www.freepeople.com Jacket: Tweed Bomber Jacket, $120.00, www.riverisland.co.uk

Pumps: Carrie leopard, $90.00, Guess Round Toes: Miss Sixty Celest Leather Heel, $160.00, Urban Outfitters

Silver: 'Silver Streak De Luxe' Athletic Shoe by Adidas, $149.95, Nordstorm Green: Puma Lab 2, $70.00, Urban Outfitters

The only thing I can a honestly afford on this list is the red turtle neck dress, which I’m seriously considering, other than that I just love looking at the other pieces. Round-toe heels keeping going in and out of fashion, but this pair will go perfectly with all of my jeans and will always be relevant. And how amazing is that Matthew Willamson dress?! Yeah I know it’s freakin’ $2000, but window shopping can be just as satisfying as purchasing (well nearly!). Besides, I find that looking at designer’s lines inspires me and helps open up my mind when I go shopping. And with the winter months fast-approaching I guess sensible shoes are in order. I love sneakers with color and since green is one of the colors for fall, these sneakers by Puma are perfect.

The Hit List...

Boots: Country, $199.00, Guess
Bag: Dream Weaver, $275.00, www.thegibsongirl.com

Jacket: Wool LS Jacket, $29.80, Forever 21
Hat: Tan Soft Faux Suede Apple Newsboy Hat, $18.95, www.goomoo.com Left to Right: Stretch Poplin Gambler Tuxedo Shirt, $45.99 (On Sale!), Catch A Fire; Short Sleeve Drop Sleeve Pattern Poet, $78.00, www.freepeople.com; Bootcut Jeans, 7 For All Mankind

What's on your 'Hit List'? These items are on mine. Some are just fantasies, others will take a few weeks to obtain, but one thing is for sure, they're all divine! I could actually throw a couple of these pieces together and create the perfect weekend look - Shopping is so much fun!

Things I'm Lovin'...

...but can't afford! :(
Left: Lace Trimmed Doll Halter, Cynthia Steffe, $150.00, available at www.girlshop.com
Right: Chantilly Open Toe Pumps, $110.00, House of Dereon

Left: B-feather, $49.95, Steve Madden (On Sale!)
Right: Sienna Top Zip, $75.00, Guess Left: Byzantine Halter Dress, $27.80, Forever 21
Right: Denim Ruffle Cat Skirt, $72.00, Baby Phat

Never go to the mall if you don't have money... NEVER! And if you must go online avoid all fashion websites, ebay is particularly seductive. If you can't afford to buy anything you just get depressed thinking about that item you can't have but would go with everything in your closet and if you do have the money, but know you shouldn't spend it, you're going to give in to the temptation anyway... and don't get me started on peer pressure! ''Yes, of course you need another pair of black stilettos'' my 'friends' say... you paying my bills?! Well i'm proud to say i've been good recently, but if I were to relapse these are the items i'd buy... ;)