the skinny leopard belt...

About a month ago I started my search for an inexpensive skinny leopard belt for the fall. I've always been a leopard gal (flats, clutches, blouses, etc.-I guess you either love it or hate it, and I love it) and wanted another accessory to spice up a pair of jeans. During my initial search I found 1 or 2, but recently I found a boatload. Apparently they just came into style, or the Fall items have finally hit the stores (probably a little of both).  I already purchased this one but I think there are cheaper options that I might need to switch it out for!  The one I purchased met my requirements though: gold buckle and multiple holes to wear on waist and in actual belt loops (buy up a size to do this).  Anyway, click on all belts to make your way to their website...

Do you all already own one?  Or plan to get one? If so, the one in the middle above is a steal from here and they are currently having a sale!

looking forward to fall, although we didn't really have a summer in SF!

*not all the belts are technically skinny, but I thought they'd be good to post too!

the leopard flat.

Some people hate them, some people love them, and I happen to be one of the ones who adores them...I'm talking the leopard flat.  Flats are essential for walking miles a day in the city...if you commute to work, school, etc. by foot, you know what I'm talking about.  And If you're in a rush in the morning, you can always turn a basic black outfit into something more fun with a statement flat. Anyway, I'm just about due to replace my pair.  Maybe a few of you are in the market too, so lets look at some options, high to low.

first up, the kelcey by j.crew:

{$248}

pretty ballerinas:

{$245}

the classic tb:

{$225}

ann taylor:

{$158}

banana republic:

{$98}

nordstrom b.p.

{$59.95}

tarjay:

{$12.99}

Question: Do you typically go for the higher quality/more expensive and buy less pairs of shoes?  Or do you buy less expensive versions and purchase more?  


*top photograph deliciously organized