On being a brand whore

If there's one thing in this world that I'm not, it's a brand whore.

I've always been one to shop cheaply. Sure, I like to have some of the latest styles, which I usually pick up from stores like H&M, but I mainly shop for classic pieces like black/grey

dresses, cardigans, Mary Janes, straight leg/boot cut jeans, classic boots...you get the picture.

It's rare that I will buy anything from stores like BCBG or Calvin Klein. I'm more of a Banana Republic, Black House White Market, Ann Taylor Loft kinda girl...and these are for my high end clothes.

Though I do have a confession to make, when it comes to Coach, I can't say no!

This weekend, since the weather was poopy, my fiance and I headed out to the outlet malls west of the city. I wasn't impressed by most of the stores there, that is, until we came to the Coach outlet.

I couldn't help myself, I just had to go in.

Earlier in the day I had pointed out a purse that a girl was carrying that I really liked. Having just glanced at it, I hadn't noticed what brand it was....until of course, I walked into Coach and there it was, staring me in the face. After seeing the $200 price tag I walked swiftly away, knowing I couldn't afford it at the time.

Then I came across this scarf that was amazing! Having just purchased a black trench, I couldn't help but think how great the two would go together....but I refrained and walked out of the store.

My fiance ended up convincing me that I should buy the scarf, as it was fairly inexpensive, and something I really wanted. And let me tell you, I'm so glad I did. Check it!

It's large and warm and comfy and I love it!

Now, it might just be time to start my Christmas wish list, with the Coach purse listed squarely at the top :).

Tell me I'm not alone here...what brands can you just not resist?

Cheers!

Ashley