I Allow Myself to Spend $200 a Month on Clothes, and This Is What I Bought For April

Updated on 4/29/2019 at 1:50 PM

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I spend a majority of my time at work (and outside work) online shopping and curating roundups. I love every second of it, but it can be a dangerous game for my bank account . . . and my spending ended up spiraling out of control. In an effort to be more responsible, I decided to put myself on a $200-a-month shopping budget.

The second April 1 rolled around, I already had my purchases lined up. This month, I'm headed to a music festival and girls getaway weekend, so naturally I was hunting for swimsuits, sunglasses, dresses, and more. I managed to get everything I wanted for just $1 over budget, and hey — close enough, right? Keep scrolling to see everything I bought and get inspired for your own shopping trip.

H&M Creped Dress

I can wear this H&M Creped Dress ($35) with white sneakers, sandals, or even dressed up with heels.

H&M Creped Dress

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$35

H&M Sandals

These H&M Sandals ($10) are perfect for hanging poolside and come in tons of fun colors.

H&M Sandals

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$10

Reformation Kaia Tie Dye Tank Top

It took me awhile to get on board with the tie-dye trend, but after I saw this Reformation Kaia Tie-Dye Tank Top ($28), I knew I needed it.

Reformation Kaia Tie-Dye Tank Top

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$28

POPSUGAR at Kohl's Collection Denim Cropped Jacket

I've been ready to trade in my old blue denim jacket for awhile and this white POPSUGAR at Kohl's Collection Denim Cropped Jacket ($48, originally $64) is the fresh new piece I need for Spring.

POPSUGAR at Kohl's Collection Denim Cropped Jacket

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$48

Rhythm Zimbabwe One-Piece Swimsuit

I'm headed to Palm Springs with my friends soon and I can already picture myself wearing this Rhythm Zimbabwe One-Piece Swimsuit ($48, originally $80) by the pool.

Rhythm Zimbabwe One-Piece Swimsuit

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$48

Loves Me Not Flower Round Sunglasses

I wanted a pair of fun, colorful glasses for music festivals this season, and I love that these Loves Me Not Flower Round Sunglasses ($16) are so affordable and come in a variety of fun colors.