Approximately five minutes after these photos were taken I dribbled coffee onto my pure, white blouse. Like a small child learning how to drink out of a mug for the first time, I dribbled it from my mouth, down my chin and onto the middle of my shirt, a stain that now looks like the outline of my left kidney. Twenty-eight years later, I still surprise myself daily with my lack of motor skills and well-timed bad luck.
My bag is from — are you sitting down for this — Target. I snuck it in the cart next to the groceries and essentials yesterday. The cashier really didn’t notice or give me trouble. Although that’s happened to me before. One time, okay another time, when I was buying a purse at Target, I thought that I was being sneaky but the cashier caught on to me. As he was busy ringing up my super healthy frozen lunches (don’t judge), he stopped cold, picked up the bag and said “this purse?” with an unconvinced tone. I decided to own up to my purchase proudly. “Oh yeah, this purse” is what I decided to reply with accompanied by a creepy, slow wink and head nod. That cashier will never recover from my creepiness. He never saw it coming.
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Blouse: Bloom
Skirt: c/o Jigsaw London
Heels: Nine West
Purse: Target
Sunnies: c/o Bonlook
153 Responses
love the purse! hope the white blouse isn't ruined!
-Andréa
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DARLING
This is such a great look! One of my favorites of yours, Kendi — I love the pop of red from the bag mixed with the black and white. Also, I wish I could get my buns to look as perfect as yours.
http://www.closetinspired.com
Haha im sure he recovered fine ;).
I hare it when i stain white shirts/pants… But dont spills happen only when wearing white for some reason?!?!
Joyce@
Sip-n-wear.blogspot.com
Love the styling of this whole look. I need to hit up Target soon…
Cat
catgotdressed.blogspot.com
You are seriously, the funniest blogger EVER. You are a total nut and I completely enjoy reading your blog every day! Thank you for being YOU!
Hahaha it would be from Target! You cannot go in there without buying something out of the clothing/accessories/shit I don't need area 😉
xo, Amy
itwasloveat.blogspot.com
I loveeeee your bag and your bun. It's so perfect…i struggle to get my bun looking good.
PS I ALWAYS manage to get something on myself when I wear white. This is why my tide to go pen is my bff.
<3
heather
fashionistanygirl.com
As a kid, I had no trouble keeping my whites white; it was my sister who was prone to getting stains on her clothes.
As a 28 year old woman, I can't seem to stop dripping coffee, tomato soup, chocolate, etc. all down the front of my shirt.
I always find cute stuff at Target, and I really dig this outfit — so great!
AHHHH I WANT THIS PURSE!! Love that it's buy one get one 50% off online too right now. Kendi, you keep tempting my wallet!
This is so cute and sophisticated.
love this shirt,this bag, this skirt! LOVE IT ALL!
http://glamourgirl-bg.blogspot.com/
Such a classy outfit. Love that purse i think I'm getting the blue one.
xo
http://pinksole.com
The side-part and bun in super cute. Black and white outfits are my fave. And, I saw that purse in cobalt blue at Target the other day, but managed to walk away from it. I think I prefer the color you have, though. 🙂
such a cute bag from target!! love that place!!
Aren't you loving the spring like weather! It's 65 in Tulsa today!! I figure it is similar weather in TX or you would be wearing tights!
Wow, this bag is absolutely fabulous, would never say that it's from Target!
http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com
Love the pop of color! Your bun is cute! how do you do it?
No!!!! Coffee on a pure white blouse is the worst!
Also that bag is incredible! Love that it is from Target.
http://www.theadoredlife.com
Ha! Whenever I eat chocolate, I always end up with some on my nose or cheek and I never discover it until *after* I've been smiling in people's faces all over town.
Your look is classically wonderful!
HAHAHA! So funny! You are just a darling!
Style in the City
This outfit is way too cute! I love the pop of red against the black and white. So chic!
Favorite outfit from you!
xo Jennifer
http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com
haha…is that cashier story really true? You are too funny… I love this classic black and white outfit. That purse is amazing!
~Jessica
Love it. Target is so fabulous lately, I snatched up a cute hat for 5$ on saturday!
Time Stand Still
I love this outfit, it looks great on you, so chic!
As a longtime fan and reader, I have to say that I'm pretty disappointed though. I clicked through to Bloom because I wanted to purchase the blouse…I cannot believe that you are selling a polyster shirt for $68!!!
I noticed Target had some great bags lately. Good luck.
If there were a trophy for the clumsiest person around, I'd give you some tough competition.
Target is probably my favorite place on Earth. I've seen some great finds there but that bag is truly shocking.
HAHA that is something I would do too. I wore a white dress to a cocktail party once and spilled a cosmopolitan on me… so typical. I learned my lesson!
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Great photos,
love the style !
http://www.martasfashiondiary.com/
Loving this outfit from head to toe! Adorable!
xo Jessica
http://www.mystylevita.com
You are a doll. Another Target purse for the win!
love the contrast top!
http://lavieenliz.com
Holy chic! I love this B+W look!!
http://www.soyouagree.com
I spit out my water reading the last part of that post….LOL
Super cute outfit!
xo – Sheila
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Isn't that the thing about white shirts/pants/bags/shoes? They look glorious, so fresh and crisp…but their potential to get ruined is unbelievable!
Hey nycgirl1986!
Yes, that's the price for the blouse. I'm sorry the price disappoints you — it's from BB Dakota, a high quality line we carry and that is more than a fair price for the blouse. My markup is right on with other retailers, online and in-store. (In fact, it's probably a little bit cheaper than other retailers.) BB Dakota is one of the more expensive lines we carry and will continue to carry, as it's one of our customers' favorites. BUT the good news for you and for other readers who are looking for less expensive pieces from Bloom, starting this spring we will focus on more blouses ranging from $38 to $58. Now they won't be silk or anything, but will still be high quality and will *hopefully* fit within your budget.
Thank you for the feedback!
Kendi
Absolutely lovely skirt – you styled it so perfectly!
Oh Target and sneaky purchases… What would we do without em?
http://perpetuallycaroline.blogspot.com
This skirt is perfect! And I love a good target find!
I literally JUST selected this bag over the weekend for my Valentine's Day Gift Guide! You've got great taste 🙂
you look great! 🙂 love the hair and the purse is to die for! i am going to have to go get it… immediately.
also your writing is so funny. i am constantly intrigued.
kw, ladies in navy
Wow such a cute purse I was so excited to see it was from Target. I do the same thing only I sneak Target things into groceries so that my husband doesnt think I bought anything lol!
Lovely! I just purchased the same bag online. Thanks for the tip!
ha ha! that is a funny story…been there…tried to pass that : )
I didn't bother with the wink though. I'm a little more non-chanlant when trying to pass clothing as groceries. Like yep, that sweater deserves to be there right next to my lettuce and carrots. It was on my grocery list. Right next to the eggs and milk.bisousSuzannehttp://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/
Great outfit and I'm with ya every single time I wear anything white – something happens. I forget how to eat, drink or a pen explodes. Just my luck.
XX-Myrna
mybeatboutique.blogspot.com
Target!? Love it!!! I would not have guessed that it's from Target! Thanks for sharing.
I'm so jealous! other people always find great things at Target. I never find anything good at target. Wahhhh 🙁
Is this really supposed to be a big thing in the USA? Here in the UK I regularly buy clothing along with my groceries in Tesco, & nobody so much as bats an eyelid lol =P
No not really — I mean it's really a perk to be able to buy a bag and food 😉 But sometimes I try to hide my gluttonous shopping of accessories.
Target is the black hole of all things awesome at the ridiculous low low price of only… $19.99! It sucks me in every time…. and it holds my devotion… FYI, no pure white blouse is safe from my dribbling of coffee… dang you Murphy's Law…
Hope
hchdesigns.blogspot.com
This is so very Audrey and definitely Parisian chic – timeless & classic…beautiful!!
http://www.pennypincherfashion.com
I love the feminine skirt! And I almost bought that same purse.
Shereethehartungs.blogspot.ca
Target is amazing. So many treasures there!
gracebyc.blogspot.com
great look
running out to get that purse right now! X
http://www.dippedi
Lol…I love reading your posts…they are so hilarious! 😀
I spill coffee on a regular basis on my clothes…especially on half asleep monday mornings…thank god they're only pjs and noone can ever ever see them.
~shreya
I love your skirt! And your bun; my high buns never look that polished and nice. Sigh.
Target has had quite a few cute purses lately … including this one … great find!!
Jess
JESS CAUSE BLOG
WANT that shirt!
I love this look! It's so chic and classic 🙂 Sorry about your shirt! At least it was well-timed for the photos.
<3 Josephine
http://www.champagnestar.com
Sorry to hear about your blouse! I get my clothes stained with coffee every single day…I'm so clumsy!
Lovely skirt!
Mamalina
http://dresssidestory.blogspot.ro/
Haha! The best story about purchasing a purse at target ever! I love it!
Great purse, too! That was the first thing I noticed about this outfit. Target? who knew?!
Theresa
http://bomamma.blogspot.com
oh my gosh. you are too adorable! I definitely have a love affair with target…you can definitely find treasures there.
and that poor cashier…hehehe.
Thanks for the laugh…you are hilarious!!!
I normally don't care for Target bags, but this one is perfect! I'm actually planning on going there later, so I'll have to check it out!
love this style. the skirt is really pretty.
xo, Petra
http://www.sweetsoflife86.blogspot.com
Love this classic black and white outfit. You look so gorgeous. And I'm loving the target bag! 🙂
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Lovely 🙂
I love this outfit! The skirt is really wonderful!
http://ad-dress-me.blogspot.gr/
this outfit is perfect! i just love simplicity well done, like this outfit! black and white with a pop of colour with the bag! love it!
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I must get that bag! I was a Target yesterday but showed amazing self control and didn't even look at the clothing/accessories. My self control as dwindled and I see a trip to Target in my near future 🙂
http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
Love the outfit and that target bag is awesome!
just lovely!
Perfection from head to toe. Love it!
Great outfit. The bag was a nice choice and all the colors look wonderful together!
xo
Nout
http://sandpaperkissesblog.wordpress.com
HEYYYYYY Sexay lady! A tinge inappropriate but this outfit is just a tinge of sexy and it's WORKING for you!!
Little J Style
okay not YOU being inappropriate, i meant my comment was probably inappropriate…
Love this outfit and i love your story. Target is finally coming to Canada. Looking forward to all of it's fabulousness.
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.wordpress.com
I like the side parted bun! and I can totally relate about the stain thing. I cannot wear anything without getting at least one stain on myself. Today it was balsamic salad dressing all over my minty Gap jeans. and I wasn't even eating the salad. It happened when I poured the dressing onto the salad. Sometimeos I think adult bibs would be perfect for occasions like this haha!
I love that bag and I can't believe you got it from Target!! Super cute.
Carlee
Almost Endearing
I Love the Look, a Black and white outfit is always Classy and yet so modern! I Hope you get the coffee Out of the blouse, i feel with you, could have happened to me anytime!
I remember seeing that purse! Instead, I went with the mint crossbody because well, it was calling my name. 🙂
I LOVE that purse, its perfect! When you are ready to pass it on, let me know. 🙂 Even if there is coffee on it. Seriously.
Love the red bag with the black and white outfit! Shame you spilled the coffee, hope it doesn't stain! I always do things like that when I wear white!
AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au
cutee outifit!
http://iamturquoise.wordpress.com
Love the purse. Just looked online and all of their handbags are buy one get one half off! I may get one 🙂 love your blog!
so cute! GREAT target find!
love your blog 🙂
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xo – heather
I'm loving this outfit! Perfect for the office or something. It'd be really cute with patterned lace tights too!
katelynamanda.com
– Katelyn
You look SO incredibly classy! Rock that Audrey Hepburn vibe.
And I'm glad I have found someone who finds great steals at Target. I do happen to find very cute pants there every full moon. 🙂 Power to the Target women!
http://www.missdecaf.blogspot.com
That purse is to die for. I am in love!!! I am currently using a blue satchel from Merona and it's done me proud. I love to add this in the mix!
LOVE your skirt and heels! So classy!
Your outfit is kinda sweet n' spicy, like Chinese food but not really Asian-inspired at all. Consider yourself pinterest-ed.
(ps – I'm relieved to learn I'm not the only one in her late twenties who has a dribble lip.)
That bag is from Target!! I would have pegged it for designer. It is GORGEOUS! So sorry for your coffee mishap….
http://www.glitterarygirl.blogspot.com
I'm such a fan of black and white right now. And the pop of color from your purse is perfection.
http://www.shannonheartsblog.com
haha — it gotcha. The thought of me being sexy makes me giggle though. 😉
Love the skirt, but that purse is giving me the most life! I just read through the comments and saw the deal for Target's accessories…and I might or might not have just purchased the blue version of that purse and another one. It'll balance out though, I have to return a gold purse that I thought would work with me and it didn't. Lol!!
– Jaz
Cannot believe that purse is from Target! I love the color against your black and white outfit!
MJ
Papersidewalks.blogspot.com
Ha ha that's so typical of me-I can relate:) I don't wear too much (or any) white for that reason lol!
sequinsandpolkadots.blogspot.com
Um. Running out to Target right now. That bag looks much more expensive!
I love Target's accessories! No shame!
xo Ashleyluckylittlebird.blogspot.com
Adorable outfit!
I don't suppose you've ever written about how to get your hair to look like that, have you? I've been trying to figure out that look for months.
I love the skirt. I wore a similar one today. Happy Tuesday.
xoxo
Mags
http://magsmind22.blogspot.com/
I love the blouse and skirt combo! (: very adorable.
-theresacollaredblouse.blogspot.com
I am 40 years old and I still don't know how to eat or drink whenever I wear white. It' murphy's law – never fails. Love this look and love how you make a Target purse look like a million bucks!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
So chic!
Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca
STUNNING OUTFIT! You can never go wrong with black and white. It's great to know I'm not the only clutz out there that ruins all my white tops 😉 No shame in Target finds, I'm always looking out for a great bargain!
http://juliestripbook.blogspot.ca/
I never find cute bags at Target. I like classic bags and they're a little too trendy for me. this one seems like a nice compromise though.
-Ash
http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com
Love Target! Is the bag more coral or red? It looks coral in your picture but the website says it's red.
I can't believe that bag is from Target! I love it. I just recently bought a Cambridge Satchel-esque bag from there, and I love it!
This is one of my favorite outfits! So simple and chic!
This is one of my very favorite outfits of yours! Awesome 🙂
I'm sorry, but you are just delightful! You make me giggle. And, of course, I dig the fashion!
I love this outfit! And if you are asking me, white blouses are just asking to get dribbled on. 😉
Avec Amber
P.S. I'm hosting a giveaway this week! Visit my 100th post giveaway page to learn how you can win a $25 Gap Inc gift card!
Amber
I love the purse! Target actually has some great finds. I saw that purse in Target the other day and almost bought it 🙂
Also, I ordered a dress from Bloom today and am SO excited to get it. It's a dress that the actress who plays Lizzie wears on an episode of the Lizzie Bennett Diaries (if you haven't heard of it, youtube it!) and I'm so super excited. Thanks for having an awesome blog and an awesome store, Kendi!
So sad to hear about your white blouse. But I love a good classic black and white look like this, so I'm glad you captured it! The flare of the skirt is so cute.
-Erin-OneTwoSummer
Not only is this outfit amazing, but I seriously smile everyday when I read your blog.
-Haley-
haleyvalerie.blogspot.com
Kendi, you look stunning, and I love this entire look. Beautiful!
The bag is a great pop of color!
eypolapol.tumblr.com
PLEASE TELL ME WHERE YOUR NECKLACES IS FROM!! 😀
LOVE your handbag too.
Can't believe that bag is from Target! Love the outfit, so ladylike and pretty!
Keep calm and carry lipstick.
Nice outfit, it looks great. I am going to bookmark your blog and will make sure to check back weekly! Thanks! 🙂
Kendi, thanks for making me laugh daily! I love your description of your purse purchase at Target, and your coffee spill.
Speaking of that purse, I can't believe it's from Target. I love it. Gorgeous color.
XO, Gina
http://classyeverafter.blogspot.com
Nice outfit 🙂 I add your blog to bookmark and will check often.
Gorgeous look! Your skirt is an amazing shape!
The Purse Snatcher
Oh, Target…every time I go in there, I find something I like, and have to spend the rest of my shopping trip convincing myself I don't need it. It rarely works.
Traget is killing it with their bags this season. Love the bright colors!
http://coffeebeansandbobbypins.blogspot.com/
Your posts to go with your photos crack me up every time. You dress fabulously and I love your sense of fashion but your sense of humor even better! LOL!
Kendi, the purse is now on clearance at Target for $10!
Another magical gem found in Target. I've made so many spur of the moment purchases there…although usually the cashiers aren't quite as judgmental as yours.
Hope you have fun at Fashion Week, Kendi!
I can't believe that bag is from Target…it's so cute! Love that skirt too!
xoxo
Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
http://poorlittleitgirl.com
Very beautifull look and look of your hair 😀 You look chic
Kiss
Aurélie
http://www.lespetitesbullesdemavie.blogspot.com
weird, online it says it's the target purse is not sold in stores. and it's back ordered. ah well.
so excited for target to come to Canada. You have NO IDEA.
Whaaaaat?! Target?! When I was scrolling through the photos I just KNEW that bag was Coach. Target is really stepping up their game lately! I may just have to snatch that one up 🙂
amanda
thesequinedspaniel.blogspot.com
Audrey Hepburn called, she approves!
I love this outfit so cute! Also your Target purse story is too funny.
-Jess
http://www.JessicasWonderland.com
Oh ok- maybe I'm just an unashamed addict, then 😉
Dude, best thing to hide spilled drinks and food crumbs? An infinity scarf! Trust me, it's amazing.
http://stylishsass.blogspot.com
I love the black and white – simple color combinations are the best. Very cute outfit!
I love this classic look! So pretty! That skirt is amazing. And Target?! That is fantastic. 🙂
xoxo,
Laura
http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/
You're too freaking hilarious, and tres chic! I love this outfit, the full skirt is something that I'd wear in a heartbeat 🙂 I wonder if that cashier ever questioned anybody else's taste in purses ever again… lol
xoxo,
Genie
http://www.uniqueandchicstyle.blogspot.com
You look amazing, i love the black and white combo.
http://fashionposse.blogspot.com
You sirte so wittily ! You have a great blog and amazing style! It is always a pleasure reading you posts and what you write makes my smile!
http://korakale.blogspot.com/
That bag = divine. You look so beautiful and chic in this outfit – like a modern Audrey Hepburn!!!
theoriginalbrynn.blogspot.com
You look like a Parisian in this outfit. Simple, yet fabulous beauty!
so classy
That purse, awesome! I am wondering how I have missed this as I live at Target. Must have.
I also wanted to add, you totally crack me up! We are kindred spirits, I cannot own a white top with put spilling something on it, usually tea. I am no longer allowed to wear white while eating anything w/red sauce.
I checked three of my local targets and none of them had the red satchel in stock. So I went online and its backordered! I ordered it anyway, and can't wait until it gets here (at the beginning of March!!!). I've gone to too much trouble now for this bag – I really hope it doesn't disappoint when I finally get to see it in person!!
Love this outfit! And the bag is so cute! Love the color! 🙂
XO Nat
http://www.natinlove.com?cm=1
Nat in Love
haha, you are hilarious! I LOVE that Target bag – such a happy color. And why would the cashier judge any of your purchases? psh!