What I'm NOT Buying this Weekend #1
Welcome to the first of what I hope will partially fill the hole left behind in many of our formerly shopping-oriented lives. I believe you may find this exercise to be superior to mere window shopping. And if you fall off the wagon and literally buy something, not to worry. Tell us about that too, so others can catch a bit of the thrill while you were at it. And remember, you’re helping the economy!
I am forced to drive by this place several times per week:
I recognize the voice of this colorful building as that of my mothership. I want to Whistle a Happy Tune and wax poetically on My Favorite Things. I become the Girl Who Just Can’t Say No. Just let me sing the whole Rogers and Hammerstein songbook, already. This place, Studio 77 just does that to me.
So when I had my great epiphany last week, about how not shopping might be a fairly decent Bandaid for lack of real shopping syndrome, this was the first place I wanted to not buy things this weekend.
The trained eye discerns cute sundresses in the window. Do you see those two women rushing the door? I feel like yelling across the parking lot, “Hey, you there! That stuff is mine. ALL MINE. There is nothing to see in there. Just turn yourself around and head out! Lunch time!”
I only feel like shrewing these things at these two innocent shoppers because I have been a very good girl. I have resisted the draw of my favorite store since before Christmas. But I decide that chasing off potential buyers who are not not buyers would show no consideration of lovely store proprietress, Tilghman, and stunning sales associates, Sara.
Just ignore those shiny bracelets in the background. What you need to not buy is this bank with a cool 70s dude on it. He’s saving up for a new beginning because, “This jail hair has gotta go!” I agree wholeheartedly. To help this ex-con get where he wants to be in life, I must definitely not buy this.
I’m not so sure that yellow is my color, but when I see how fabulous it looks on this armless and headless mannequin, I know it’s a perfect non-purchase!
Yeah, I am not purchasing the necklace and earrings too. Sorry the photo of the necklace is blurry! Please trust me: It’s definitely worth not buying.
Here’s my favorite thing I’m not buying. Forgiving as a mumu, but with just enough shape and style, I plan on not wearing it every day of the summer! People can just think I’m planning to not go to the beach.
On second thought, I’m finding it impossible to completely keep my practical side at bay. And my practical side – which would be my mid-section – could stand a little assistance. My practical side deserves to not buy something this weekend too. This “yummie tummie” shapewear tank, which is made of breathable, comfortable materials, takes off visible inches from waist to bustline. And yes, The Ebony Queen herself, has featured this item on her top picks for summer.
Just in time for reckless impulse purchase, impractical shopping in-dweller is back. I must not have this adorable clutch/wallet. Don’t you love it when your impulse purchase is the most expensive item? I do! Especially when you wanted to not buy two colors, but had to settle on not buying only one. (the light blue)
If you’re not in Myrtle Beach and want to not buy something, please get in touch with Tilghman or Sara at Studio 77. Tell them to hurry up and not get online, so we can not buy things from the convenience of our homes wherever we may not live!
email: shopatstudio77(AT)gmail(DOT)com or call: 843/497-5931.
Virtually Superior Because:
I didn’t hesitate for a second when choosing to buy the yellow flower earrings even though they don’t go with anything I already own
Insignificant Details:
Yellow dress: $80
Turquoise beach cover-up: $88
Hobo wallet/clutch: $118
Flower Earrings: $26
Necklace: $42
Shapewear tank: $72
Virtually Saved: $426
Please grab the What I’m Not Buying this Weekend badge, located in my sidebar. Then leave your link here with Mr. Linky, or tell us all about it here in the comments. (And please let me know what you think of what I didn’t buy 
I hate to tell you this as the publicist will be mad at me but I think I saw a picture of her in a top that looked just like the turquoise one – when she was in high school. The first time that style was popular. The publicist is now crying ’cause all the clothes she wore in high school are now in style again and that can only mean she is old, old, old.
I love how the beach dress and the blue wallet/clutch go perfectly together in your not bought purchases. Those were by far my favourites this week. =]
That was a fun post! You are such an excellent writer.
I get all glossy eyed when looking at motorcycle accesory catalogs or in Bass Pro Shops. Husband has to hide the credit card from me every time … ha ha
I absolutely love the dresses! Maybe I just need to learn how to sew!
Pricilla, She is not! You tell remind her that age is a state of mind. Then remind me right back. I think the return of the tunic was way overdue.
Paula, thanks! They look wonderful on me and are so comfortable. And I NEVER have to wash them. Maybe I’ll drop a big mother’s day hint to my family
But then of course, I’ll have to really try it on and wash it. I also liked that coral colored clutch.
Sparky, Thank you so much! Bass Pro shops has some great stuff, but every time I’m there I’m with sparkle and she doesn’t like all the animal heads on the walls and hanging out with people who shoot God’s creatures.
Thinkinfyou, I think that about sewing sometimes, but I know I’m hopeless in that area. Seriously, pathetic. My girls had to quit Brownies, because I was so traumatized by having to sew on all the patches.
I don’t see how you managed to not buy anything! You have will power!
PS. I dropped entrecard so I declined all ads in my waiting line.
Fantastic, on all accounts. I love the way this post was written, too. And bravo for actually resisting something “shiny”!
Howdy! The fabulous Miss Heather Cherry sent me over here. I’ll definitely participate next weekend because, oh Lord, I got a lot of spring/summer stuff I’m not buying.
P.S. yellow is just about every body’s color. That dress rocks. I’m so glad I’m not buying it.
blueviolet, I’m not sure if it’s willpower. I took sparkle with me and left the credit card at home… and I still hear it calling to me from 2 miles away
Heather, Thanks! I couldn’t help but be drawn towards the jewelry case. That jail hair bank wasn’t anywhere near it, but it insisted on being photographed there.
moi, Welcome! I can’t wait to see what you didn’t buy! The more I picture it, the more I have to admit that I look fabulous in yellow
thanks for stopping BUY (sorry, Freudian slip that I couldn’t bring self to correct) !
I sooo need a yummie tummie tank! Then I don’t have to go jogging today. Yuck!
Ok- what a riot- I love the concept of using the NOT buying as the draw- the thrill of overcoming the thrill- I shall try it at the brocante today in the South of France where it seems the newly homeless items seem to silently scream out for a new life, a new abode in which to sport their loveliness !!!
I will let you know how successful this challenge is… alas, thanks for visiting my blog—it is great to have visits bec/ they lead to new and wonderful blogs, like yours.
salut du Midi!
I laughed and laughed over your latest blog just now! What a wonderful sense of humor you have!
Well, my dear,you’ve made my day. (grin)
I’m a little confused. Are you buying these things and being facetious, are are you just drooling over them and moving on? Sorry, but I’m having one of those days where everything is going over my head.
On a different note, I love the yellow dress. I’m not sure if it’s my color either–I’m always scared yellow will make me look like I have jaundice–and I have nowhere to wear it, but I’m thinking maybe I should start dressing up to watch soaps and blog.
I’m going to have to drop my EC card later. The widgets are giving an error message for some reason on every blog I visit right now, including my own.
Marie, I think that yummie tummie maybe the thing I have to go back and get for real
Dancing doc, I hope it went well. That’s the worst, when the items sing to us. I love the way you call them “homeless” – like we’re doing them a favor
Come back and tell about it this weekend! Thanks for coming by!
Beth, your nice notes make my day. I enjoy your blog as well!
Staci, I wish I was kidding, but yes, I’m literally not really buying a thing. The yellow dress makes us all look lovely no matter what our skin tone
I think the shop’s owner should give you one of the things you didn’t buy since you gave her such good publicity!?
I might go back and buy that clutch… (reverse non-buyers remorse)