Slider

Fall Style Secret: Shop Like a Teen

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Well, between this post and my backpack post from last week, it would seem I'm committing to all things fall. And why not? Cooler days are coming (whether I like it or not), so I might as well embrace it. 

So... I have a little secret when it comes to shopping, and I'm ready to share it with you. I still shop at stores meant for teenagers. Like, young teenagers. Like, A&F and American Eagle. I have a few reasons for doing so: 1. I like to pretend I'm not 31 (just kidding, kind of). 2. These stores have continued to evolve their style and always have decent quality (there's a reason I still have a few items from when I was actually a teen). 3. It's usually less expensive than most "grown up" stores. 4. Nobody else you know will likely have what you have (unlike the tunic that everyone bought from the Nordstrom sale, ya know?).

Now that the secret is out, I'm sharing a few of my favorite finds:

Wrap front sweater ($23!)

Tie front shirt dress (obsessed)

Off the shoulder sweatshirt (comfy and cute)


Lace-up sweatshirt (you need to see the back!)

Button front tank (perfect for under cardigans/jackets)

All of these styles are timeless, neutral colors, with unique details which is the perfect recipe for success if you ask me. Have you shopped anywhere that's a flashback for you lately? Any shopping secrets you'd like to share? ;) I'd love to hear!

9 comments:

  1. I do the same! Inc cast offs from Caspar now. I love that shirt dress too - are you getting it? I would snap it up! Here I can wear some RL boys and buy a lot from Jack Wills, like you said due to the hard wearing quality and also the prices! Plus I can't break out of that collegiate preppy look sometimes!! 😁

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm so glad I'm not alone in this, Joanne! And I am so with you on the collegiate preppy look -- in fact, this year I'm feeling it more than ever. I think we'd be dangerous shopping partners! :)

      Delete
  2. I used to LOVE those stores, but haven't looked in awhile. I think I need to change that, though!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. It's amazing what you can find! And they need to stay competitive with the ever-popular, inexpensive stores like Forever 21 (which I also enjoy, haha) so they're always running sales these days. Happy shopping!

      Delete
  3. I still shop at A&E. I have only been doing that for the last 6 months because I find they have a lot of stuff I definitely can't pull off, but then a lot of stuff that I can and no one notices. I just bought a cute tank and boyfriend cardigan from AE. I love them both.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Exactly, same! There are plenty of crop tops and things I'm not personally into BUT some really cute finds! Can't wait to see the tank and cardigan. :)

      Delete
  4. Wow!!
    Amazing blog and good collection. thanks for sharing this wonderful information. your article is very nice.
    Spy camera

    ReplyDelete
  5. Hi Jen,

    I agree with you, I am a lot older then you and I still shop on the those stores. I found you on Megan's blog from www.honewearehome.com I was very impressed by Megan and started my own blog. Come check out my site and give me any advice you would have thought you needed it in the beginning of your blogging career please.

    One of you new reader,
    Bushra
    https://bushraslifestyleblog.wordpress.com/blog/

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Hi Bushra! So glad you found me and stopped by -- thank you! I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one who still shops these stores. ;) I just visited your blog and love your posts so far. Some great tips for decorating, savvy shopping, and more! Can't wait to follow along.

      Delete

CopyRight © | Theme Designed By Hello Manhattan