meg & wally mad love mr hearts tank top review!

hello readers! i hope you all had a lovely holiday–mine was very quiet but nice :)

recently i found out about an awesome new brand called mad love, which is an australian based brand that has the cutest graphic shirts ever!! their designs are very unique, and i can definitely see this brand catching on soon :) they’re a lot similar to wildfox couture and lauren moshi, in my opinion, which is why i love them!

so the shirt that i bought is called the ‘mr hearts circle tank’. here are some stock pictures!

i fell in love with it immediately. it’s so adorable! i also saw it in girls life magazine’s december 2011 issue on miranda cosgrove:

i thought i was doomed to find it, because since mad love is a fairly new brand they don’t sell their own items in a webshop [yet] and all of their carriers didn’t have this shirt in stock :( i was so sad. but then i happened to search ‘mr hearts tank’ and came across a little google search that led to a store called meg & wally, based in australia. eureka!! i thought it was too good to be true, but it was perfect because the last size they had in stock was an XS (a size AU 8).

i ended up paying $84 AUD for my shirt after shipping. the shipping was a bit much but i think it was still worth it.

C U S T O M E R   S E R V I C E ★★★★★ 5/5

i didn’t want to check out directly off the meg & wally site because whenever i tried to,  my bank company would keep trying to ‘activate’ my card and ask for my social security number which was frustrating. i emailed meg & wally and asked them if i could check out over the phone instead and they gladly agreed! unfortunately my phone was messing up and the international calling didn’t work, so instead they emailed me a form to type in my information and send back to them; they said they used to use this service before they had an online check out, so it was safe.

C H E C K O U T & S H I P P I N G ★★★★★ 5/5

like i said above, meg & wally‘s customer service was super helpful, making checking out go swiftly. within moments of my email back to them with the information on the form filled out, they told me they would post my shirt out the same day! [this was on december 12, 2011]

shipping took quite a while–the parcel arrived on december 24, 2011 (christmas eve), and considering i paid $25 for shipping i was a little confused, but the package arrived in great shape so i don’t see a fault in it :)

P A C K A G I N G ★★★★ 5/5

the packaging. was. WAY TOO CUTE!!!!!! the actual bag they shipped it in was in that waterproof-plastic type material, and there was also a layer of transparent plastic as well. i opened the bag and it was like a christmas eve miracle!! the shirt was wrapped in brown paper with a  meg & wally sticker on it, followed by two ribbons wrapped around it, with another meg & wally logo card, and some candies and a tea packet. it’s SO CUTE!!

the shirt was kind of wrinkled when it arrived, but i blame the fact that it was in the packaging for two weeks, not because they didn’t do a good job folding it :)

Q U A L I T Y ★★★★★ 5/5

WOW! the shirt is soooooooo soft. i can’t even explain it,  the cotton is so soft to the touch. the material is slightly stretch but since it’s a loose top i’m okay with it.

[sorry i look so grumpy! XD]

F I T T I N G ★★★★ 4/5

it fits like a dream! it was a little bit too loose at the arms; without a bandeau you can definitely see my bra. if there had been an XXS, i would have ordered it, but i definitely would not have gone with a S because it would have been far too big. unless i wanted a dress type fit, then it would have been fine :) (for the record, i got an XS)

D E T A I L S ★★★★★ 5/5

great details, bold color, the shape is very abstract, i like it!

the details in the packaging was amazing, everything was so well put together, i felt like it was not just an order from me, but a gift to me from meg & wally :)

O V E R A L L 10000000/5!!!

overall i appreciated the service from meg & wally, and the quality of the shirt from mad love. i look forward to buying more items from them, and when i do it’s definitely going to be via meg & wally!!

check out meg and wally’s store in australia at:

Shop 2A 115 Cambridge Street,
West Leederville 6007,
Perth, Western Australia

and please like meg & wally on facebook!

additionally, please like mad love on facebook, follow them on twitter, and check out their site!

thanks for reading, everyone!

PS. i’m wearing galaxy leggings from black milk clothing, another australia based brand! :)

for the record, i was not asked or paid to write this review. it is genuine! :)

oh, and don’t forget to reblog on tumblr! :D

♫ sara

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two totally opposite outfits in one post: B&W AND PASTELS!

i wore both of these outfits this week!

i always find myself dressing up more during december. yay for christmas cheer!

B&W ❆❄☃❄❆

so this is my B&W (black and white) gray toned outfit. very dark if i do say so!

(i wore tights with it, it’s just i didn’t want to put them on when taking these pics :D)

outfit rundown

top - lauren moshi [see my review here!]

chained skirt - blank NYC

cardigan - free people [the one i talked about in my last post--broken button T_T]

shoes [you can't see, but they were patent purple!] – dr martens

PASTEL ❀ ✿ ❁ ✾ 

this is my pastel outfit! it was super cold and somewhat rainy that day….and the wool kept me warm! ^_^

i was gonna enter this for a free people ‘cozy outfit’ contest but it already ended. oh well! next time!

outfit rundown

pastel striped sweater - free people

jacket - free people

scarf - ambiance 

pink cords - urban outfitters [BDG]

rainboots - liberty of london for target

rainboot linings [socks] – target

and my friend eugenia and i during band! we both had striped pastel sweaters from free people!! :D
[face blocked for her privacy~]

so yeah! hope you guys like. is it weird to see me wearing two completely opposite outfits? ……nawwwww xD

♫ sara

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free people haul + i won the glam gift basket giveaway?!?!

[derpy webcam! my arms are black...thats cool]

HEY GUYS!

so i’ve been doing tons of holiday shopping at free people recently!

i went in with my mom last week and bought a ring and a sweet cashmere sweater during their holiday glam event, where they had cookies, makeup artists, and tons of items on sale! i got the red deco stone ring for $20 (from $30) and a the riding hood cashmere cardigan in gray for $90 from $170!

pros and cons of each:

the cardigan’s button fell off, so i contacted free people and asked for an extra button since i didn’t get one when i bought it. but for god’s sake, i’m not rough with things that i buy–why would the button fall off? so dumb.

the ring is so gorgeous, but leaves a weird greenish gray residue if you wear it for too long. otherwise, cute!

so anyway. the free people i was at had a party thing, and it said if you bought a holiday dress you could be entered to be in a contest to win a huge gift basket. when we were paying, my mom and i thought it was so cute!

AND THEN! i went to free people after school yesterday with my friend, since it was a minimum 1:05 release day (school usually ends at 3:32, weird times, i know) and so i walk into the store looking for a sweater i saw online, and a girl approaches me. she asks if i had gone to the store last week during the holiday glam party. i was confused at first, but i nodded yes. then she tells me that i won their contest and they had drawn my name but i had already left, and they were about to choose a new winner but decided to wait for me to retrieve it.

SO EXCITING!!!!!!!!!!!!! the only thing is, i feel guilty because i didn’t actually buy a dress…i don’t think…o__O

oh well! free stuff! and i ended up buying the sweater that i wanted. tons of pics now! :D :D

i’m going to give the basket to my mom for christmas; she doesn’t know we actually won it so it’ll be surprising for her! <3

it’s in a DRUM!!

NYX makeup + the newest edition of nylon magazine!

tons of free samples of skin care products + perfumes

an expired coupon XD

OKAY! now for the things i bought.

yesterday, after getting the goodie bag, i bought the marled yarn pullover in mocha–they told me a ton had just come in which was lucky because it’s sold out in every size online! eeeek!

it’s a really beuatiful brown-purple color. i was deciding between this or the roxy high low pullover in burgundy–it’s a similar sweater that is very soft, but the cut is a little higher.

i got an xtra small but i suppose i could have gone for a small if i wanted a drapey-er look. but i prefer fitted!

sorry for my mirror being so dirty! i’ll clean it, i swear.

this skirt is from loehmann’s, and it’s from BLANK NYC. it used to be $80 but i got it for $25! whee!

last but not least, the ring i bought! (i’ll post the cardigan later)

sweet details.

aint it a beaut?

anyway sorry for huge pic spam! i’ll be posting a ton over winter break but i’ll try to make the posts shorter ;)

♫ sara

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a HUGE sales post! [free people, urban outfitters, coach, juicy couture, bebe, kate spade, and more huge brands for less!]

told you i was desperate!

things you should know before placing order
**only ship to the USA. sorry!
**shipping NOT included in price! i use flat rate boxes ($11 or $6, depending on size) :)
**buyer is expected to pay paypal fees (2.9% + $0.30)
**no trades, sorry! (unless i directed you here personally XD)
**i have two cats and one dog, but i am from a non-smoking environment.
**some items are selling on here and ebay. there is a possibility that i may have sold the item you are seeking.
**feel tree to haggle appropriately
**i will take paypal payments
**once something has been shipped out, it no longer my responsibility.
**if you would like any type of tracking, YOU MUST INQUIRE BEFOREHAND.if you wish to make the transaction via eBay (if possible) then delivery confirmation is automatically added.
**you can find my feedback here and at ebay.

Please look at images very closely before purchasing. I try to be as honest as possible with photos and take pictures of flaws (and state them as well) but please understand that some of these bags are old/used so they may have other minor flaws like loose threads, etc

CLOTHING!

Free People Floral Lace LongSleeve Thermal XS $78 – $19.99 + $6 shipping!

see more pictures + information on ebay here!

 

 SOLD!

like new, worn twice and washed right after. great for the chilly season, would make a beautiful gift!

Old Navy Tie Dye Blue Racerback Tank Top S – $9.99+ $6 shipping

see more pictures + information on ebay!

like new old navy tank top, worn once and washed right after! very soft!

has a great DIY effect to it, without the actual DIY part! :)

Abercromibe & Fitch Tiered Blue Lace Dress XS $148 – only $45!! + $6 shipping

a wonderful blue lace tiered dress by abercrombie & fitch. i bought it for my birthday two years ago but only wore it once! O:

see more information about it on ebay!

(for the record, this is a picture of ME wearing it. XD)

Free People Red Turtlenck Snow Fox Fireside Sweater Christmas Holiday Large $128 – only $48 SHIPPED!

my mom bought this but has never worn it for months since she bought it (aka she has never worn it, hahaha…!)

there is some tiny pilling/lint which can be removed with a lint roller :)

see more information about it on ebay!

stock picture:

Ecote Urban Outfitters Anthropologie Striped Cardigan Christmas Holiday S $68 – only $33 shipped!!

beautiful green cardigan sweater from anthropologie! very cozy, easily layerable. the entire sweater has a sweet stitched trim!

see more information about this item on ebay!

stock picture:

BAGS!!!!!

1. Pink and Brown sweet Velour Juicy Couture purse! like new, literally used once.
Bought for ~$300 at Nordstroms!
It comes with a little charm on the outside, and a built in heart shaped mirror, as well as two side pockets, all with a leather trim. [see add. photos]
Selling it for $100 OBO. shipping is $11.
I’m not selling it for such a deal because it’s flawed or anything, I just need the money and I KNOW it would make the perfect present for someone who deserves it :)
Dimensions are about 7×11

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2. Traditional Coach all-over patterned ‘C’ double pocket with leather trim.
Bought at the Coach store about 5 years ago or so? for about ~$300 (my mom bought it so it was about that price.)
This gorgeous classic Coach purse features a beautiful silver front clasp that has a secret closure for easy access, a light leather trim, and an allover ‘C’ pattern that Coach is famous for. There is also a Coach ‘dog tag’ that comes with it on the side! The inside also has a leather square that has the Coach logo and a little description of the brand or something on the inside.
There are two slots on the inside as well.
Some of the leather appears worn on  the side, but it is not extremely noticable.
The original tag will be included. [see additional photos]
Selling it for $150. Shipping is $11. OBO

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3. REPLICA Coach Bucket Purse allover ‘C’ patterned with light pleather handle
Beautiful bag! If  you can’t afford the real thing, this is a great and very close replica to Coach’s famous bucket bags!
Only used a few times, the handle has some small loose threads and the bottom has some signs of use.
Inside is a very clean polyester type material.
When I first saw it in my house I didn’t even realize it was a replica! It’s very well made for one :)
Selling it for $30 + $11 shipping OBO. 

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4. Plaid and Suede Banana Republic double flap purse
This purse is absolutely gorgeous! It features a secret clasp for easy access to open the bag, double pockets on the outside, and a beautiful plaid color all over, and two suede pockets on the outsides too. There is a charm on the outside that reads ‘BR’, and the inside has a metal piece that reads Banana Republic.
It comes with its original dust bag as well :)
Has been used a handful of times but has no visible defections. [see additional photos]
Originally purchased for about $198, looking to sell it for $90 + $11 shipping OBO!

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5. Black Leather BEBE Boston quilt-styled bag 
This bag is absolutely gorgeous. Purchased around 4-5 years ago from the Bebe store for about $300!! 
It is real leather, and it is SO soft! It also comes with a cute ‘b’ charm with tassles. The zipper also has tassles for easy open and close access.
The bag has been used a lot, as it is the perfect size for anybody and beautiful too. The leather has some tiny flaws, see additional photos. Bottom shows some signs of use.
The inside has various ‘bebe’ written all over it, and the bebe logo on a tag. [see additional photos]
Selling it for $100 + $11 shipping or best offer.

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6. Beautiful Festive Kate Spade layered Quit Styled Purse
Bought it originally at Nordstroms last year for $500!!!
It is one of my favorite purses ever, with it’s beautiful blue red cream and pink colors allover, and red plastic accents.
It has a secret magnetic closure so it’s easy to open!
The red plastic buckle on the front has ‘Kate Spade’ printed onto it.
For some reason, the handle has one tiny little loose thread, as well as the inside below the logo. Very unnoticable though!
Lining is a GORGEOUS satin deep pink/red color with little circular leaves or something on it! :) The logo is printed inside in a gold font.
Comes with the original dustbag with a REALLY cute quote on it, and a pink drawstring!
Real leather.
KEEP IN MIND this purse has NEVER been used!
Selling it for $200 + $11 shipping OBO.

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7. CLASSIC! Tan Leather Coach Bucked Bag
Bought it so long ago! SUCH a gem. Bought it for around ~$400-$500!
Fully leather.
Used a handful of time, The bottom shows signs of use and one gray dot, but it can probably be cleaned with leather cleaner.
Comes with a cute metal ‘dogtag’ on the outside, as Coach always does! The inside has the cute Coach leather square with some kind of description of the brand.
NOTE: THERE IS A VERY LARGE RED STAIN ON THE INSIDE OF THE PURSE FROM LIPSTICK. It can probably be handwashed, and it is only visible on the inside. PLEASE BE AWARE.
Because of said flaw, the purse is $100 + $11 shipping OBO. Although there is a stain, please keep in mind the purse is in beautiful shape and the flaw is only on the inside, plus it has already been heavily reduced, so I won’t be very keen on lowering it much more.


Red Stain on interior:

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PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED!
FEEL FREE TO LEAVE APPROPRIATE OFFERS!!!

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picket lines and picket signs [lookbook]

i’ve been feeling pretty down in the dumps recently :(

but it’s finally december, my favorite month of the entire year!!!!!!! so my mood has brightened.

i wanted to do a look with these jeans but i kept putting it off, so here it is!

[the jeans are so tight haha]

here’s one of my favorite songs since i was little. cyndi lauper has been my idol since i was in first grade; nearly 10 years now! O:

mother, mother!
there’s too many of you crying.
and brother, brother, brother,
there’s far too many of you dying.
you know we’ve got to find a way
to bring some lovin here today, yeah!

father, father
there’s no need to escalate
you see, war is not the answer,
for only love can conquer hate
you know, we’ve got to find a way
to bring some lovin here today.

mother, mother!
everybody thinks we’re wrong
oh, who are they to judge us?
just because our hair is long?
oh you know, we’ve got to find a way
to bring some understanding here today.

with picket lines.
and picket signs.
don’t punish me with brutality!
now, just talk to me
so you can see
oh, what’s going on?

♬ ♪ ♩ ♫

schweet…

outfit rundown
top - chaser LA [bought from lockerz.com]
jeans - keith haring by patricia field
necklaces - juicy couture, and one of my mom’s belts that i just wrapped around twice
bracelets – sent to me by my friend ashlyn <3
belt - j crew [you can't really see it, but it's a skinny patent red.]
shoes - mint dr martens

yeah i dunno, not really my best set of pics but i just wanted to incorporate the jeans into a look somehow.

i haven’t worn them that much because they’re SO TIGHT……..the patches make them even tighter haha!

oh well christmas is coming, yay! i’ll have some pics from black friday up soon too, i went to union square at like 1AM. fun times! okay that’s it for now.

PLEASE HYPE ON LOOKBOOK!

♫ sara

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holiday items for sale!!

hi everyone!

here is yet another sales post.

i really need to make some money for presents this year!!

(you can expect another post really soon, i’m THAT desperate!!)

all prices ‘Or Best Offer’ because i really need the money!! x:

things you should know before placing order
**only ship to the USA. sorry!
**shipping NOT included in price! i use flat rate boxes ($11 or $6, depending on size) :)
**buyer is expected to pay paypal fees (2.9% + $0.30). OR pay via ‘gifting’ and you can avoid these fees! :)
**contact spring_thumper @ yahoo.com for any questions OR leave a comment on this post.
**no trades, sorry! (unless i directed you here personally XD)
**i have two cats and one dog, but i am from a non-smoking environment.
**some items are selling on here and ebay. there is a possibility that i may have sold the item you are seeking.
**feel tree to haggle appropriately
**i will take paypal payments
**once something has been shipped out, it no longer my responsibility.
**if you would like any type of tracking, YOU MUST INQUIRE BEFOREHAND.if you wish to make the transaction via eBay (if possible) then delivery confirmation is automatically added.
**you can find my feedback here and at ebay.

Abercromibe & Fitch Tiered Blue Lace Dress XS Urban Outfitters Free People $148 – only $40!! + $6 shipping

a wonderful blue lace tiered dress by abercrombie & fitch. i bought it for my birthday two years ago but only wore it once! O:

see more information about it on ebay!

(for the record, this is a picture of ME wearing it. XD)

Free People Red Turtlenck Snow Fox Fireside Sweater Christmas Holiday Large $128 – only $48 SHIPPED!

my mom bought this but has never worn it for months since she bought it (aka she has never worn it, hahaha…!)

there is some tiny pilling/lint which can be removed with a lint roller :)

see more information about it on ebay!

stock picture:

Ecote Urban Outfitters Anthropologie Striped Cardigan Christmas Holiday S $68 – only $33 shipped!!

beautiful green cardigan sweater from anthropologie! very cozy, easily layerable. the entire sweater has a sweet stitched trim!

see more information about this item on ebay!

stock picture:

let me know if you’re interested in any of these items via email or comment below!! :)

♫ sara

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