Charlie

I made a grave error today. I walked into a store called Charming Charlie. That place is like my new crack. I think it’s best described as Forever 21 for grown-ups, with a heavier emphasis on accessories.


Dress worn as a blouse, Tucker for Target. Skirt, thrifted, shortened, and dyed. Belt, H&M. Shoes, Franco Sarto. Bag, Charming Charlie. Earrings, Julie’s Inspiration.

I nearly gave myself a seizure, flicking my eyes around the shop. It’s all organized by color (an obsessive compulsive’s dream!). There was an entire table of animal jewelry – mostly owls with a dash of elephants. And everything was inexpensive (Forever 21-like prices). The only thing that saved me from binging on pretty, shiny, sparkly things was the thought of reporting the excesses in my May purchases entry. Shame is a powerful thing.


This bag was the first thing that made my heart go pitter-patter in the store. And I managed to make it the last thing I picked up for purchase. Phew! I’ll be back in June, Charming Charlie!


Photos by Beefy Muchacho