Christmas Shopping #OOTD

Happy Monday! I know there is not really such a thing, but every day brings us closer to Christmas, am I right?

Speaking of Christmas, I finished up all my gift shopping over the weekend and am SO relieved! The hubs had work in San Diego, and I followed along because I think he enjoys my company, but also because with two people in the car you can use the carpool lane (it was probably more the latter). That California traffic is no joke my friends! I dropped him off downtown and promptly made my way to one of my all time favorite malls, Fashion Valley. Doesn't that just sound like heaven?  The weather was a tad dreary, so I opted for a warm and comfy #ootd.

Cynthia Rowley sweater {new, $12}. Guess jeans {new, free}, Nordstrom booties {new, $20}, Louis Vuitton cross body bag {secondhand, $100}

Outfit Total: $132

I actually found this Cynthia Rowley sweater at  TJ Maxx with a yellow clearance sticker, which means the price is not going any lower. But at $12, how can it really? I have been searching for a light neutral cable knit sweater, and was so excited to pull this one off the rack! The sleeves have larger knitted holes, which adds some detail and makes this a bit more interesting than your average cable knit. I've only had it a few weeks but have worn it a number of times!

Believe it or not, I received these $100 Guess jeans for free! I work promos here and there for some easy money, and I got to keep these jeans when I worked an event for the Guess racing series last year! I just stood around to take pictures with attendees and made $50/hr AND got to keep the clothes I wore! Promos are definitely something to look into if you enjoy modeling and working events. I've gotten to take home a number of clothes, shoes, jewelry, and swag from a number of brands!

I was totally focused this time around and didn't pick up anything for me, but that doesn't mean I didn't window shop a little. ;)

I documented my shopping trip on IG and my story, definitely make sure to follow along @fancyfreeblog for more pics and details!