Shopping Again: Great Bargains Under $30 and New Lace-ups at $70

Now that winter is finally coming to an end, I feel like the real me is coming out of hibernation. Gone are dark Saturdays sitting in a quiet corner on the couch watching endless hours of shows on the idiot-box. This weekend the sun shone and I spent the entire day out and about in the quest to find new and exciting bargains to refresh my wardrobe for the renewed and rejuvenated me. Here's what I found....

Bardot Marley Longline Cardigan in Black was $99.95 now $30

Bardot Stunner Skivvy in Black was $59.95 now $20

Sportsgirl Boyfriend Distressed Jeans in Light Blue was $99.95 now $29.95 (similar here)

Sportsgirl Lace up Flats in Black Micro $69.95

Sportsgirl Orange Crush Lipstick $9.95

10 Things Under $20

So, I needed to buy a few essentials this weekend and also just wanted to cheer myself up at the end of a long work week doing what I love most i.e SHOPPING! But as usual, here comes the 'B' word...you got it, 'Budget'! I'm on a budget I can't bust. So I only allowed myself things that wouldn't break the bank. And this search inspired this post...10 things that cost less than $20 that you need to buy right now to update your wardrobe, home or even beauty-kit.

1. Hooded Cardigan: *$19.95 (Dotti)

2. Open Bar Cuff: $14.95 (Sportsgirl)

3. Lace Push-up Bra: $19.95 (H&M)

4. Nail Polish in Peach: $14.95 (Witchery)

5. Grey/Cream Long Sleeve Top: $20 (Target)

6. Braided Waist Belt: *$11.97 (Seed)

7. Glasshouse Mini Candle - Coney Island: $18.95 (Peter Alexander)

8. Natural Leopard Print Scarf: *$12.95 (Forever New)

9. Metallic Cushions: $12 (KMart)

10. Nivea Moisturising Fluid SPF 15: $7.99 (Priceline)

* = sale prices

I only bought 4 of these...

....how many will you buy?

Winter Inspirations

Metallic, structured, leopard print - this skirt ticks all the winter-must-have boxes!

Oversized Icy Blue Coat - Colour of the season

All black with on trend accessories

Quilted Jumper

Black & White Tweed jacket

 And all I need is for all these pieces to be in my wardrobe and I'll be all set for winter!

Accessorising, accessorising we must do our accessorising...

...well! Accessories make or break an outfit - everyone knows that! Some of my accessorising inspirations from here-there-and-everwhere:

Love chunky necklaces!

Never thought I'd be into Neon/Fluoro - but I SO AM!

Colour-blocking isn't just a summer trend!!

Brooches and waist-belts for added glam on work outfits

Bright bag+neutral outfit=GENIUS!

Walk-all-over boots!

Statement bag, shoes, scarf and oooh hair!

With accessories like these all you need is a white tee and blue jeans!

Classic, timeless pieces.

Keep your hands warm...

Digging all her accessories!

Another statement necklace.

Simple and chic.

Some more timeless pieces.

Love the clutch and shoes (but is it wrong, I WANT those pants, too?!!)

What are some of your favourite/staple accessories??....