I have a bit of a reputation for being a Scrooge, and I know it's entirely earned. I often say that I am money-stupid, that if it was an option I would gladly keep all my money under my bed and do a Scrooge McDuck wade through it once in awhile. I joke that life keeps rewarding my habit of procrastinating when it comes to buying things because I tend to get things I need given to me for free. I know that I am incredibly lucky to be financially secure, but I still watch my savings account like a hawk, wanting to ensure the number is moving in the upwards direction most of the time.

When the 40% off sale items deal goes live at Anthropologie though, all that goes out the window.

Here's the thing - I am not a patient shopper. I've discussed this previously. I don't want to spend a lot of time at a mall because the experience generally isn't a lot of fun for me. And Anthropologie used to be the store that I looked longingly at. I love the style of their clothing, but it's too expensive for, was generally how I felt. When I made the mistake of trying on a dress while killing time with a friend and walking out with it after having paid full price, I swore to never set foot in that incredibly dangerous store again. Spending over $200 on a dress is not me! - screamed my inner - and frankly kind of inept - banker.

After my initially exciting and then progressively disappointing experience with FrockBox, I decided to make a pit-stop at Anthropologie one time because it was close to my local library anyway. That's when I first discovered the "40% off sale items" thing and walked out with three pieces. And if everything I tried on had fit, I would have honestly taken it all! I don't know what it is about that store, I just love their stuff! While the items I purchased were "good deals" I don't know that I would classify them as "cheap". They were heavily discounted, yes. But a heavily discounted Anthropologie item is pretty much a regularly priced Gap item. On the cheaper side, absolutely! But still a lot for my miserly heart to take.

I spent an hour in the store today and walked out with nine items. Nine. The very lovely cashier had to talk me off the cliff as I had a mild panic at my purchases. It's silly because I can afford it, I know this, but it's something I still have to convince myself of from time to time.

At least I'm going to have a nice little wardrobe for the summer!