LHC Posted October 30, 2013 #1 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Went yesterday to our local Kohl's dept store. Christmas music playing, full out decorated and people shopping for Christmas except me. I am at 80% off racks and got 2 day shirts, 2 prs of Bermuda shorts and one dressy shirt for 42.00. Plan on hitting more stores today. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PathfinderEss Posted October 30, 2013 #2 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Looking for warm weather to wear those shorts?:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted October 30, 2013 #3 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I have all the clothes I need for my winter cruise. I just need to get back into them again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet524 Posted October 30, 2013 #4 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Went yesterday to our local Kohl's dept store. Christmas music playing, full out decorated and people shopping for Christmas except me. I am at 80% off racks and got 2 day shirts, 2 prs of Bermuda shorts and one dressy shirt for 42.00. Plan on hitting more stores today.Linda You go, girl! I love those "off season" bargains - especially just before you're ready to sail away to warmer climates! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted October 30, 2013 Author #5 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Today went to Belks only to the 70/80 percent off. Even found a sparkling red sweater with short sleeves for Christmas and a green one for NYE! There is something to say for thinking warm...... Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted October 30, 2013 Author #6 Share Posted October 30, 2013 You got it girl! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda&Vern Posted October 30, 2013 #7 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I have all the clothes I need for my winter cruise. I just need to get back into them again. Where is that "LIKE" button? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted October 30, 2013 #8 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Speaking of clothes, it was interesting to see how differently people dress on a European/TA cruise than a Caribbean cruise. Luckily, I figured that would be the case so was prepared...except that I had all cropped pants...no long slacks. In more subtle colors than I wear in the Caribbean and just plain 3/4 sleeve t's. It worked out better for me...all the t-shirts went with the three pair of cropped I brought...two in dark brown and one khaki. And a khaki cable knit cotton cardigan from LL Bean that went with everything. Then khaki linen for smart casual and my usual black travel knits to mix and match. I loved simplifying and bringing few choices! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted October 31, 2013 #9 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Speaking of clothes, it was interesting to see how differently people dress on a European/TA cruise than a Caribbean cruise. Luckily, I figured that would be the case so was prepared...except that I had all cropped pants...no long slacks. In more subtle colors than I wear in the Caribbean and just plain 3/4 sleeve t's. It worked out better for me...all the t-shirts went with the three pair of cropped I brought...two in dark brown and one khaki. And a khaki cable knit cotton cardigan from LL Bean that went with everything. Then khaki linen for smart casual and my usual black travel knits to mix and match. I loved simplifying and bringing few choices! Sheila, really, that's all you brought? Did you send the pants to the laundry and did they not shrink? Not sure that's a sentence, but you get the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted October 31, 2013 #10 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Sheila, really, that's all you brought? Did you send the pants to the laundry and did they not shrink? Not sure that's a sentence, but you get the point. LOL, Carol...it is all that I brought! I knew I would want to shop in all those fabulous ports, so I basically traveled light to save room for purchases. Two Fresh Produce capris...khaki and dark brown... dark brown knit capris, & a pair of linen capris, and my black travel knits. I bought two pashimas in Florence and wore them with my travel knits for formal night...plus only one formal night jacket. And two or three dressier tops for smart casual nights; and then a few t-shirts with 3/4 sleeves to mix with the bottoms. And that's it. My suitcase weighed 35 lbs. The carry on weighed 10. Coming back was a different story! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklingBlonde Posted October 31, 2013 #11 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Totally agree! I just did the same. Got a bunch of new shorts for $4-$5 a pair! And yeah I don't have to do much Christmas shopping. Love spending the money in the spa instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakalina Posted October 31, 2013 #12 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I hit up JCP, Ross and Old Navy for some amazing bargains. I bought an entire wardrobe for my brand new size. This upcoming cruise I will be dressed better than any other I've been on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaBear55 Posted October 31, 2013 #13 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I have all the clothes I need for my winter cruise. I just need to get back into them again. Oh, I am right there with you. Dieting is so boring and so much harder as I get older. It will be worth it... It will be worth it... I like summer clothes. The colors are so much more fun than winter clothes. Happy shopping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted October 31, 2013 #14 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Sheila, really, that's all you brought? Did you send the pants to the laundry and did they not shrink? Not sure that's a sentence, but you get the point. I sent everything to the laundry, Carol. Everything came back perfectly...I didn't sign up for pressing but I swear they look like they have been. One new top came back with a very small spot that looks like a bleach mark but that's all....but it's not too noticeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted October 31, 2013 #15 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Thanks, Sheila. Since we're flying US Air to use up the refund for the Barcelona tickets we didn't use, they charge $25 for the first bag pp and then $35 for the next. I'd like to keep it down to one bag each and one carry on each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted October 31, 2013 Author #16 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Think today I will do the Ross for Less and TJ Maxx and scope out bargains . Since I turn 60 in November I would love to find a pair of sparkly red flats to wear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiz'nBaers Posted October 31, 2013 #17 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I have all the clothes I need for my winter cruise. I just need to get back into them again. Amen to that, me too! So many cute clothes in my closet that I will (LOL) wear again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comfortcove Posted October 31, 2013 #18 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I also am "watching it" before we leave on cruise six weeks from today. Now if I just did not have so much Halloween candy around here......:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted October 31, 2013 Author #19 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Buying new makeup in brights and red. At 60 I can wear bright red (as long as does not feather)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debshomespun Posted October 31, 2013 #20 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I love the sales at Macys too. They have another one this Friday/Saturday. I love the coupon $10. off $25. Then, I go to the sales rack and look for lots of bargains for my winter Caribbean cruises. I have a whole closet full of "Cruise Clothes". I was also just at Kohl's with my 30% off and got some shorts for $3. and $4. Was just at JCP last night and got a cute little dress for $1.97, and DH got 2 pr shorts for .97 each! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted October 31, 2013 #21 Share Posted October 31, 2013 It's only Halloween. We're already seeing Christmas. Did they forget Thanksgiving is the next holiday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC Posted November 1, 2013 Author #22 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Debbie, Wish we had a Macys close. But Knoxville is not that lucky! Have to travel to see Bloomingdales or macys. I find I am much bolder when I cruise. I like dressing for dinner and using more make up and costume jewelry. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comfortcove Posted November 1, 2013 #23 Share Posted November 1, 2013 It's only Halloween. We're already seeing Christmas. Did they forget Thanksgiving is the next holiday? In am in total agreement, i love Thanksgiving, the sprirt of the holiday itself and the togetherness with loved ones is the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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