You're never too old to scan the Wet Seal clearance racks.

I promise. The music may be ridiculously loud in the stores, but if you can tune it out it's worth finding your size. Even if you only go into a Wet Seal once, just find your size. It'll make online shopping easier. And online shopping means no loud music.

It's a win-win.

Twist sleeve shirt $7.99

Rosette skirt $11.99 (imagine with a plain fitted top tucked in so you can show off the rosette!)
Variegated stripe top $5.99

Swiss dot ruffle top $9.99 (I love ruffles lately)

Pleated front jacket $22.50 (I have a small "thing" for jackets)

Lace smocked top $14.99 (great layering piece)

I am in serious danger of accidentally going to Wet Seal and figuring out what size I need for that pleated jacket and button-up shirt. How perfect are they for summer workdays? Not that it's been sunny in Utah lately. But I hold out hope it will eventually stop raining every single day.

Happy shopping!

I hate the super-mannequins, but the clothes are worth the annoying marketing ploy

I got this cross-front tank in black from Old Navy's clearance for $4. Boo-yah! I already had GAP's version in white (from the Park City outlet!) and I love love love how it feels when I'm teaching pilates. I'm not constantly pulling it down or adjusting the straps. It has a built-in bra, so for ladies like myself who have a modest B-cup, it's a good thing. The less layers I have to wear while working out, the better.

I also picked up this twill blazer while I was browsing the clearance and it fit like a dream. I'm a big fan of Old Navy's light-weight jackets (I have different styles in green and hot pink too) so whenever I find one for under $20, I usually go for it. This is more expensive online, so if you have the time I suggest digging through the clearance section in person. It's so worth it. A blazer can dress up an outfit for going out, or just be the finishing touch on your work ensemble.

Last but not least, I scored a $10 sweater before calling it a day. I know it's too warm now for even a light sweater, but this will be a great punch of color in the fall and early winter months. When I went to Maine for my brother's wedding last winter I went on a sweater buying spree because I realized that the two I had just weren't cutting it. That's the beauty of living in an outlet shopping town! Anyway, I love this. I've been drawn to birds lately, whether in fashion or art.

I know it's frustrating to dig through the unorganized racks of clothes in the clearance section (of most stores) but it's worth the time invested. You end up finding things that you would otherwise miss or pay too much for online or at another store. Plus, I think it's incredibly satisfying to walk away from a mess of clothes with steals under $10.

Go on, covet my mad skills.