What You Need From Aritzia’s Clientele Sale

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If you have read any of my previous blog posts… you know I have a crippling love for Aritzia. But the price tag? Not so much. Lucky enough their annual clientele sale is going on right now, with twenty to fifty percent off everything if you’re a loyal customer. If you are not yet part of the clientele sale, don’t worry. They have many other items up to fifty percent off for you to try. Making a few purchase during this sale isn’t a want, but a need.

With half of my wardrobe coming from this store, I have found truly the best pieces and will tell you what is worth your money.

Oh and I recommend heading to www.artizia.com before everything sells out. Sale ends 06/20.

TNA Cozy Fleece Boyfriend Hoodie

I only have this hoodie in one color due to the steep price for a plain hoodie, but that will change when the weather starts to get colder. I have this in black and have washed it a MILLION times and there is not one sign of wear.

TNA Tennis Skirt

I don’t own this skirt but I bought it for my sister for her birthday and she wears it all the time. It is super light and flowy with built in shorts, and isn’t too athletic so it an be dressed up or down.

Megan’s rating: 8/10

TnaLIFE Atmosphere Hi-Rise Short

I talked about these in my very first blog post almost a year ago they are still a favorite. I work out and lounge in these – they are basically a second skin.

TNA Cozy Fleece Perfect Hi-Rise Short

Again with the cozy fleece, it just doesn’t miss. I have two pairs of the three inch short, but it comes in other lengths including two, five and six inches.

TNA Oritz T-Shirt

This is hands down the best cropped t-shirt I have ever owned. I have this in white and brown and have worn it into the ground. I wear a size medium and it is tight fitting, but not in a “it’s too small” way.

Sunday Best Kicker 90’s Baggy Straight Jeans

When it comes to denim I am an avid Agolde lover. But again the price is not ideal for my post-grad budget. These jeans from Aritzia are the closest dupe I have found in length, style and material. They are the perfect straight jeans and hit just above my ankle. Even though they are just a plain pair of jeans, they are cut extremely trendy and flattering. And right now they are only $68.

Sunday Best Honors Tank

Want to know how I know this is the perfect tank? I have it in three colors.

Good thing it comes in nineteen more!

The Ultimate College Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2020

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With a horrible shopping habit comes excessive (but sometimes necessary) spending. I have been constantly looking for back to school clothes, even though I know this is not the normal back to school we are all used to. In order to avoid over-stuffing my closet I thought about purchasing items to begin a capsule wardrobe – but college edition.

If you are unfamiliar with a capsule wardrobe, it is essentially a closet that consist of roughly 37 pieces. Eighty percent basics, twenty percent seasonal. Many people with a sustainable lifestyle follow this wardrobe and spending technique.

Yes, I have more than 37 pieces in my wardrobe; but I am trying to cut down and reduce by getting rid of things I don’t wear that often. A rule of thumb to use is get rid of something if you haven’t worn it in three months. If you really liked it, you’d wear it by now.

Have I considered excessive back to school shopping? Yes. Have I acted on it? Not quite. I have created the ultimate capsule wardrobe specifically for college students, because our closet looks different than someone working in the workforce or someone in high school. If you are looking to build your back to school wardrobe look no further.

BASICS

White Cropped T-shirt

Top one is from Princess Polly, top two is from Aritzia

White Oversized Button Down

Top one is from ASOS, top two is from Princess Polly

Oversized Leather Jacket

Jacket one is from Zara, Jacket two is from Blank NYC

Boyfriend Jeans

Bottom one is from Agolde, Bottom two is from Free People

LBD

Dress one is from Storets, Dress two is from Lovers + Friends

Sweat Set (Top)

Top one is from Boys Lie, Top two is from Aritzia

Sweat Set (Bottom)

Bottom one is from Boys Lie, Bottom two is from Aritzia

Black Tank Top

Top one is from Aritzia, Top two is from Zara

Bike Shorts

Bottom one is from Aritzia, Bottom two is from Free People

Going Out Top

Top one is from Superdown, Top two is from Verge Girl

Puffer Jacket

Jacket one is from Aritzia, Jacket two is from Revolve

Denim Shorts

Bottom one is from Agolde, Bottom two is from Storets

Oversized Blazer

Jacket one is from Loft, Jacket two is from ASOS

Trousers

Bottom one is from Reformation, Bottom two is from Mango

Turtleneck

Top one is from Aritzia, Top two is from Revolve

Workout Set (Top)

Top one is from Set Active, Top two is from Morgan Stewart Sport

Workout Set (Bottom)

Bottom one is from Set Active, Bottom two is from Morgan Stewart Sport

Brunch Blouse

Top one is from Revolve, Top two is from Revolve

Crewneck

Top one is from Madhappy, Top two is from Aritzia

Oversized Tee

Top one is from Urban Outfitters, Top two is from Amazon

Bikini

Bikini one is from Love & Bikinis, Bikini two is from Trinagl

Lounge Shorts

Bottom one is from Sporty & Rich, Bottom two is from Alo Yoga

Rubber Sole Boots

Shoe one is from ASOS, Shoe two is from Revolve

Slippers

Shoe one is from Ugg, Shoe two is from Anthropologie

Shoulder/ Crossbody Bag

Bag one is from JW Pei, Bag two is from Rebecca Minkoff

White Sneakers

Shoe one is from Nike, Shoe two is from Stadium Goods

Sandals

Shoe one is from Urban Outfitters, Shoe two is from TKEES

Gold Hoops

Pair one is from Amazon, Pair two is from The M Jewelers

Baseball Cap

Hat one is from Shop Aviate, Hat two is from Lululemon

Sunglasses

Pair one is from Urban Outfitters, Pair two is from Ray-Ban

SEASONAL

Unique Denim Skirt

Skirt one is from Revolve, Skirt two is from Zara

Flowy Mini Skirt

Skirt one is from Shopbop, Skirt two is from Shopbop

Printed Mini Dress

Dress one is from Revolve, Dress two is from Zara

Tube Top

Top one is from Aritzia, Top two is from Zara

Bucket Hat

Hat one is from Nike, Hat two is from Fiorucci

Tailgate Clothes

Top one is from LF, Top two is from LF

Sustainable Fashion: What to Know

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As a college student I often look for the the cheaper alternative when it comes to purchasing clothes. I used to turn to brand that are know as part of the “fast-fashion” industry due to their convenient price and accessibility. These clothing items always seem to do the job but in a few months they are torn, worn or ready to be given away. This made me want to steer clear of these companies, as I knew there was a better alternative for the items I was purchasing. This is where researching and investing in sustainable pieces became part of my purchasing routine.

I have been conscious about what my clothes materials and ecological footprint they leave on the environment for about a year now. I have done so much research about sustainable materials, environmentally friendly brands, etc. and have found that most of my favorite places to get clothes from already have products that fit this sustainable mold. I have listed my favorite places/ items to shop down below, as well as brands I would like to try. If you would like to read more about sustainable fashion, you can click here.

ASOS

ASOS is a company that many people are familiar with, but falls under the category of people thinking it is another “fast fashion” website. I have many clothes, swimsuits and accessories from here that are all made from sustainable or recycled materials! ASOS actually has a feature where you can sort by responsibility, so you can only see items that are eco friendly. I have linked some of my favorite items in the list below:

Morgan Stewart Sport

I cannot say enough good things about this line. For starters, I love Morgan Stewart as a person. Her whole lounge and active wear line is chic and high quality. All cotton-based products such as sweatshirts, sweatpants, polos, etc. are 100% organic cotton, which is very biodegradable. While stretchy materials such as sports bras and leggings are made of nylons, the quality makes up for having to buy bras again and again. Along with majority eco-friendly materials, products are made in the USA. My all-time favorite products from here are:

Agolde

Agolde, the sister company of Citizens of Humanity, is another high quality brand based out of LA. This brand of jeans has grown immensely in popularity in 2019 and 2020 but all for good reasons. They are dedicated to eco-friendly materials, as their denim is made from 100% non GMO organic cotton. While Agolde is priced decently high, it is for very valid reasons in materials and production.

Curtsy

When talking about sustainable fashion, it is almost impossible to forget to mention Curtsy . Curtsy is a stoppable resell app targeted towards girls who are in high school, college, the workforce; a go-getter individual. I have worked for Curtsy at Michigan State and have fallen in love with the app. I HIGHLY recommend buying/ selling clothes on Curtsy! (If you want $10 off your first purchase use the code GGUC ☺)

Sporty & Rich

Sporty & Rich is a brand that I just purchased something from. I have heard so many great things about the brand and the founder Emily Oberg which is what drew me to the company. The name Sporty & Rich is not meant to be taken literally but that if you live an active lifestyle, you will get the most out of your life; which is something I heavily believe and live by. All products are environmentally friendly and made in the USA.

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Here are other brands that I would like to try and have heard great things about: