what i wore to the reunion

so the day after Thanksgiving while I was visiting North Carolina I went to my high school reunion.

yes...i am 28 and im not ashamed damnit. i dont look a day over 24 without makeup lol.

anywho...i wanted to be chic yet a little edgy so i went with this basic black pencil skirt with leather panels from H&M and this new camouflage tee that I picked up at Urban Outfitters.

i think it made the perfect understated statement and yes i saw my high school ex boyfriend. i still remember when he had to take out his retainer before we kissed. ahhhh Youth. its so fleeting.

Top: Urban Outfitters | Skirt: H&M | Jewelry: Light Years | Booties: L.A.M.B.

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im so glad i got to visit my favorite jewelry store while in North Carolina. its called Light Years and its located in South Point Mall in Durham NC. if you follow me on instagram (@monroesteele) you have already seen the load of awesomeness i purchased there. they are the most unique jewelry i've ever found even better than here in New York City. i wish i knew who they wholesale from because i'd go insane! i had such a great time visiting my home town for the holidays! i am on a serious camouflage kick right now. you will see soon enough lol.

 

 

xx

Monroe

 

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Video Post: Thrift Shopping in New York City

this summer i was contacted by Amoi to record a Thrift Shopping Segment for her YouTube Channel. Of course I had to oblige...i mean i love thrifting! In this episode Amoi and I take to one of my fave thrift and vintage gems in New York City that I discovered while living close by in NYU dormitories. It has since been a favorite of mine!

 

 

Plaid Dress: Thrifted from Beacons Closet | Boots: Steve Madden | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

Sunnies: Spitfire

 

i had such an awesome time filming with Amoi and shopping our hearts out. if you want to know all the great places to thrift and vintage shop in NYC/Brooklyn check out my

eBook: Thrift and the City: A Guide to New York City Thrift and Vintage Shopping

and dont forget to check out my Thrift and the City Tours!

 

whats your favorite place to thrift in your city?

 

xx

Monroe

 

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thrifted thanksgiving

so i wanted a retro style dress for Thanksgiving with my family in North Carolina.

i found the perfect vintage dress at Beacon's Closet. It's a wrap style dress in a deep, rich red color with a green and orange floral print. i knew it would work perfectly with my red Zara booties. i had such an amazing Thanksgiving. i got to see a lot of my family members who i havent seen in years and I also ate a ton...and i mean A TON of food.

Dress: Vintage via Beacon's Closet | Shoes: Zara | Ring: ASOS

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i have a new found love for red on red. this is only my fourth red purchase along with

 this red Synderela dress, and these amazing sigerson morrison boots. today i did a little shopping and just enjoyed driving. i forget how much i miss driving. in the city im always on the train and its just nice to be in a car, cruising along, seeing the Fall leaves. there is something so calming about driving. anywho tonight is my high school reunion and i will keep you posted on what i choose to wear!

 

hope you all had a wonderful thanksgiving and get some great deals shopping today

 

xx

Monroe

 

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the shoppers holiday...

this past weekend i was super casual for a little thrifting excursion.

i hit up my favorite spot Beacon's Closet to pick out a nice Thanksgiving dress.

i wanted something vintage, a dress of course with a bright pop of color. i ended up picking up the perfect dress and for only $12! while out my photog and I grabbed some Pinkberry. my absolute favorite is the original with pomegranate, coconut and a drizzle of honey. while in the west village we stopped and took a few photos. i swear one day i want to live on Perry St.

Jacket: Zara | Top: Alternative | Pants: H&M | Shoes: Steve Madden | Bag: Zara

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can't wait to show you all my dress! until then if you celebrate Thanksgiving...Have a happy Holiday!

im on my way to my home town in North Carolina and can't wait to hang out with my family...and eat all the things i miss about southern food! i also can't wait for all the Black Friday Sales! its a shoppers holiday! while at home i plan on hitting up Best Buy (i want a new lens for my camera) and Nordstroms (new shoes of course lol).

Loehmanns is having 40% off EVERYTHING IN THE STORE before 10am on Friday so if you are in the city check that out!

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

xx

Monroe

 

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Lulu's: a sweater gone mad

you all know how i feel about sweaters. they are hot, most often than not they are itchy and they squeeze all the circulation out of my upper body when I add a jacket. but finally...FINALLY i have found a luxurious sweater that is comfortable, loose and a little insane with the amazing print on it from Lulus.com. unfortunately these babies sold out quick enough to make your head spin but don't fret they still have a pretty amazing collection of unique and comfy sweaters HERE.

Sweater: c/o Lulus.com check out more HERE | Skirt: H&M | Shoes: Sole Society

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. mini

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there it is folks...another pencil skirt. i couldn't help myself honestly. i was just browsing H&M and when I saw the faux leather panels on the side..i couldn't contain myself. then i made the mistake of trying it on..seeing how fabulous my bum looked...and the rest is history. thats the mistake. when you try something on and it looks fantastic, how can you not buy it??? lol. ohhh meeee.

 confessions of a shopaholic. see more of my pencil skirts here, here and here.

 

xx

Monroe

 

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NEW IN: Sigerson Morrison Red Snakes

i first spotted these boots earlier this year at Loehmanns. my eye was immediately drawn to them because of the color, the print and the shape of the shoe. not to mention the awesome zippers. back then they were way out of my price range for a shoe of this sort. but just the other day...there they were again yet this time they were 30% off and it was also take an additional 30% off at Loehmanns day. Not to mention my 10% discount. So I got them for damn near 70% off. I cannot express the ways I love Loehmanns and their amazing sales.

Shoes: Sigerson Morrison via Loehmanns

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i plan on wearing these with skinny black jeans, and even skirts with opaque tights...but i really can't wait for spring..to wear them with my dainty lace dresses!

 

xx

Monroe

 

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Fresh

so a while back i entered a contest at Joe Fresh showing how I was wearing one of their pieces. you can check that post out here where I wore my favorite belt from Joe Fresh. anywho i didn't win the top prize but i did win a gift card to Joe Fresh. I got three items...this black dress and this outfit (sweater & skirt).

Sweater & Skirt: Joe Fresh | Booties: L.A.M.B. | Bag: Light Years NC | Lipstain: Stila Fiery

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im really into the green and yellow in this skirt. its what i liked the most about it and the pleats of course which gives this skirt great movement. this past year i've bought so many booties like these that I almost forgot about my beloved suede L.A.M.B. booties until i unpacked all my Fall/Winter shoes from resting comfortably in their boxes. Yes...I collect shoe boxes lol. But I digress....Joe Fresh is great for basics and everything in the store is color coded. It's also wallet friendly! Geesh speaking of wallet friendly....i must get my Christmas shopping done before December O_o

 

xx

Monroe

 

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