Just Linking: April 26
This late-breaking development: I’ve joined the Old Navy affiliate program. And with the price of gas up to $3.60 per gallon and more, I’m thinking more and more of online shopping. It would cost me about $5 round trip to drive to the nearest Old Navy.
From around the blogosphere:
- Eternal Voyageur has been doing a bra-fitting series, something I will probably never do because a) I’ve never had problems with that, and b) she did it already and you can read hers.
- Illustrated with a $3 square neck top from Marshalls, Tessa posted on retail versus re-sale. I agree there are great deals to be had shopping new, rather than used, especially clearance. And if we are in a recession, I predict an overall shift from thrift to retail in terms of where the bulk of the really good deals are to be had.
- What I miss most about Italy is walking for transportation. While many of you are able to manage that in your life, out here in the Great Northwest it’s mostly impractical. (I say mostly because I know it could be done, but I’m just not into the other changes it would require.) Most of us have to carve out extra time from our schedule to exercise, which recently I have been very poor at. However, reading about Joy taking her bike to the grocery gave me another idea. The question is can I overcome my fear of biking?
- Tricia at bits and bobbins invites readers to consider “why do we wear what we wear?” Don’t miss the comments. Personally I’m still working through these questions, agreeing in large part with Claire who wants to feel happy, beautiful, and different from others and to be comfortable and prepared for what her day entails. I also identify with Ilka who says, “I wear what I wear because I want to seem slightly different from others, but I am not as adventurous on the outside as I am inside, so often I will try on an outfit in my head, but it never makes it out into the real world.” This happens to me all the time. I see two problems: family members who don’t agree with my vision and aren’t afraid to say so (I am easily discouraged), and lifestyle. I mean, where does one go where the only consideration in getting dressed is self-expression?
That’s such a good question, I think I’ll end there. Happy weekend!
It’s great to see my bra series featured ! I’ve got a couple of visitors from here already, but it’s funny how none of my readers ever dares to comment… (and I do get many, according to my stats). Am I so intimidating or what ?
Sounds like a long drive to Old Navy. I’ve realized that shopping close to home is just as good, if not better than driving a long way. The other day at the mall closest to my house I saw a stylish mom and daughter buying 2 gorgeous spring coats, and I didn’t think the nearest store’s selection was that good. I think I’ve underestimated things.
Before kids, I tried driving to the Chicago area a few times, thinking that would make for better shopping, when really, it was mostly a waste of time sitting in the car.
Rebecca - It’s great to hear you’re thinking about biking. If there’s a bicycle shop which does rentals near you, get yourself a comfy cruiser for a few hours, pack snacks or lunch, and head to the nearest park/bike path with any family members you can drag along. Wear a pair of big sunglasses, and capris. You’ll feel very retro, or like one of those young ladies commuting around town by bicycle The Sartorialist snaps photos of in Europe.
After all, then you’re not exercising… you’re playing dress up, and that’s not at all scary.