2015 Favorites | Purchases & Gifts


2015 was a really great year for some of my favorite purchases I’ve made – whether I bought it as a gift, for myself or was gifted it – these were my favorites of the year! Broken out into easier to go through categories! 



2015 Shoes//


I think this was the first year that I bought myself shoes – usually my mom knows what I like so she picks them up for me – it helps we’re the same size, but I couldn’t say no to these pretties! 










Probably my favorite of all the shoes were these Vince Camuto wedges I scored from Amazon – I couldn’t beat the price and two day shipping πŸ™‚ My pink loafers quickly sold out, but they were restocked in more neutral tones





2015 Purses//


I purchased a few purses this year – if you ask Gary the last thing I need is more purses, but they are my weakness! I purchased a few from TJ Maxx, one of which I’ve been wearing non-stop and is a great dupe for this Longchamp bag



I adore my blush Rebecca Minkoff Crossbody that I bought as a “Happy Birthday to Me” gift & right before my Charleston trip this summer I picked upElle Crossbody from GiGi NY – which is on sale again right now! 





2015 Accessories//


I’m sure I’m not alone here when I say accessories is always where I end up buying the most things during the year – they are usually smaller items that are too cute to pass up! 



Hard to pick a favorite from these, but Kate Spade wins because the sunglasses I could not stop wearing this year – and still do & the hot pink walletis my favorite, it fits absolutely everything! 





Books//




I read a lot this year – I had months of non-stop reading & these are some of my favorite books from the year!










Everything Else//




Just a hodge podge of makeup, notebooks & stationary things! 


Favorite Shows//


Even though this wasn’t necessarily items purchased – these are the shows we couldn’t get enough of in 2015!! The Affair was a new one in the last few weeks – but oh my gosh did we get into it!! Loved the show! Everything on Netflix was a hit to me – I’d watch them all over again! 


Bloodline (Netflix); Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix); Quantico (ABC); House of Cards (Netflix); The Affair (Showtime); The Fall (Netflix) 


Clearly Netflix wins for being the best with shows! I could have probably listed about 10 others, but I don’t want to seem like all we do is watch TV haha! 




What were some of your favorite buys of 2015?


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  1. Christina @ Simple and Delish
    December 29, 2015 / 11:31 am

    So many great book on your list. My favorite buys of 2015 had to be my Loubtions! I had been wanting them for years and found a pair at the Neiman Marcus Outlet!! Have a wonderful Tueaday on this short week!
    Christina :: Simple and Delish

  2. awhite
    December 29, 2015 / 11:35 am

    You scored some killer things this year, lady- especially in the shoe and bag department! Also, I LOVE Quantico, too! Such a good show!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

  3. Andrea Nine
    December 29, 2015 / 11:40 am

    What a great idea for a post!! We love our Swell bottles and of course anything Kate Spade in pink….you cannot go wrong!! Have a wonderful day!!

  4. Hollie
    December 29, 2015 / 12:05 pm

    Oooh I love those wedges! I bought myself my first pair of heeled boots the other day and I can't wait to get the opportunity to wear them. A Kate Spade bag is definitely on my wish list for the next year!

    Hollie | hollieshighlights.blogspot.co.uk

  5. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    December 29, 2015 / 12:20 pm

    You scored some awesome stuff! I'm in love with those pink loafers and your wedges. All great buys!

  6. Whitney and Blaire
    December 29, 2015 / 12:43 pm

    This is such a cute post idea! I really like the sunglasses that you picked up and that blush handbag is perfect!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  7. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    December 29, 2015 / 12:53 pm

    Ahhh so many great things! I almost bought that GiGi crossbody earlier this week when I saw it was on sale but I held back since I just bought a GiGi clutch like 2 weeks ago. And I got a pair of RayBan Jackie Ohh's for Christmas but I think I'm going to trade them in for your KS glasses! I love how cute they are on you! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  8. Amy @The Crazy Wise Woman
    December 29, 2015 / 1:03 pm

    I got my daughter a swell bottle for Christmas, she was thrilled since they are very popular with the teens. Netflix for the win, if only they didn't make us wait so long!Reading more is a goal this year though, in between Netflix series lol.

  9. Ashley | Life on Meyers |
    December 29, 2015 / 1:11 pm

    2015 was a great year for products! Those gummy bears look delicious! Can't wait to see what 2016 brings!

  10. kerri @ cheshire kat
    December 29, 2015 / 1:31 pm

    so many good picks here! and yes to all those shows. i just started Jessica Jones on netflix and it's so addicting! i love those two bags – i have been a sucker for good purses and shoes this year too!

    xoxo cheshire kat

  11. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    December 29, 2015 / 1:36 pm

    I love those Vince Camuto wedges! I'm all about a good wedge and those would go with everything! And I love your book list–I'm having a link up in January of book recs so you'll have to write about some of those books!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  12. Shay from Great, Now What
    December 29, 2015 / 1:43 pm

    I love that those gummies made the list :)!!! Also the cobalt blue heels are such a great but- fun and flirty, but useable. Great taste as per usual!

  13. Ashley G
    December 29, 2015 / 1:46 pm

    Totally addicted to Quantico!! I’m starting to read The Luckiest Girl this week-so pumped!

  14. taislany
    December 29, 2015 / 1:47 pm

    Lovely choices!!

    Kisses,
    BLOG | TAISLANY

  15. Lindsay @ Lovely Life Styling
    December 29, 2015 / 1:52 pm

    Great purchases! I love those handbags! I can't wait for the new season of House of Cards!

  16. Heather
    December 29, 2015 / 1:59 pm

    Love this!! I got a Swell bottle for Christmas from a friend and I'm loving it! Quantico is definitely one of my favorite shows this year I can't believe we have to wait so long for more!!

  17. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    December 29, 2015 / 2:00 pm

    I finally finished in another life after your rec! I really liked the ending! Vince Camuto seriously has the most comfortable shoes! I'm so happy with my iPad keyboard purchase that was my favorite rec from you!

  18. Rebecca Jo
    December 29, 2015 / 2:13 pm

    From your blog, I did get that tea set you mentioned a few weeks ago & that exact Amazon Basic carrying case. I got it for the hubs but I sorta have taken it over with camera stuff πŸ™‚ haha

  19. Shannon Jenkins
    December 29, 2015 / 2:14 pm

    You got so many amazing things this year! In love with all the shoes! Those wedged booties are fabulous! I have the tan and black version of your RM bag but the light pink is calling my name too haha!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  20. Brittany@TheLadyLawyer
    December 29, 2015 / 2:19 pm

    I HAVE to read Big Law! The Affair is so good! I have 2 episodes on my DVR I need to catch up on!

  21. Kate
    December 29, 2015 / 2:21 pm

    Honestly, one of my favorite buys was probably the be-band I bought during my early months of pregnancy. It's just a little piece of spandex that lets me wear my regular pants without having to button or zip! What is the fall about? Have you watched Jessica Jones yet? Also on Netflix, and I highly recommend it!

  22. Ashley Lillis
    December 29, 2015 / 2:21 pm

    You had a lot of hits this year with things that you purchased! I love that Rebecca Minkoff bag and I totally agree with you about the Kate Spade sunglasses! I heard great things about The Luckiest Girl Alive, and I'm glad that we both loved The Girl on the Train! Netflix is definitely the best, and they have some great shows! I've never heard of The Fall, but if Jaime Dornan is a main character, I'm definitely going to watch it!

  23. Erica Ashley
    December 29, 2015 / 2:26 pm

    I love the books! I am going to add that to my reading list for 2016! My favorite buy this year was a TV for my new apartment I moved into πŸ™‚

  24. Sarah Blodgett
    December 29, 2015 / 2:31 pm

    Great buys!! I loved Going Off Script…. and I totally got hooked on House of Cards this past year as well!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  25. Caroline @ Windy City Chic
    December 29, 2015 / 2:33 pm

    Love those blue suede pumps and those bright pink loafers!! I also love that RM bag. I got a mini mac for my birthday and it is the best bag ever. Oh and those sunglasses are super cute. You did very well this year!! πŸ™‚

  26. Girl Meets Bow
    December 29, 2015 / 2:37 pm

    Still obsessed with those pink driving mocs you scored! And I love Quantico too- it's such a nail-biter!

  27. a little bit of emily
    December 29, 2015 / 2:44 pm

    So many great things in this post! I think I am going to have to bite the bullet and get a S'well water bottle…they sound so handy to have! Definitely going to have to check out some of these books, too!

  28. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    December 29, 2015 / 2:46 pm

    ooooh those wedges are CUTE. want them. lots of good books this year, and seriously if i listed all the shows we watch.. haha! the tv is just always on, you know?

  29. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy
    December 29, 2015 / 2:51 pm

    I still need a 2016 planner…I so can't decide which one to get. Those wedges are awesome – I remember when you posted about them before. Super cute!

  30. JumpingJE
    December 29, 2015 / 3:04 pm

    I can really relate to pens and notebooks being in your top 2015 purchases, they make all the difference in feeling 'adult'. Happy almost new year, looking forward to seeing what's coming up for you!

  31. Elle Sees
    December 29, 2015 / 3:30 pm

    ooh the bags were my FAVE!! love the wedges, too!!

  32. Christina
    December 29, 2015 / 3:45 pm

    i think those pink loafers are the cutest things. MUST get those gummis…like this weekend. it's happening. ok is it bad that sunday night i was really missing the affair? hurry up and come season 3!! xoxo

  33. Unknown
    December 29, 2015 / 3:51 pm

    Love all of these especially those books!! Awesome post! xo
    publiclivessecretrecipes.com/2015/12/coca-cola-x-wildfox.html

  34. Hannah
    December 29, 2015 / 4:10 pm

    I just ordered two of the books on your list – thanks for the recommendation!

  35. Nichole @ casadecrews.com
    December 29, 2015 / 4:13 pm

    Oh I love the boots/wedges! Sometimes after a few hours, boots and I are no longer friends, but wedges I can wear all day. Love!

  36. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    December 29, 2015 / 4:19 pm

    Girl I'm jealous of some of these purchases! Love the boots and both pairs of sunnies. Great shows too!

  37. Katie Elizabeth
    December 29, 2015 / 4:25 pm

    I've never thought to buy shoes on Amazon, but those Vince Camuto booties are suchhh a great price! I may need to get them for myself πŸ˜‰ And yes to Netflix shows, the best!

  38. Pink and Fabulous
    December 29, 2015 / 4:25 pm

    Great shoe and bag purchases! The RM bag is definitely one of my favorite purchases this year! I need to start watching all of those shows because I am so behind. I mean, who isn't watching The Affair?!

  39. Jaclyn Y
    December 29, 2015 / 4:28 pm

    This is such a fun post. I bought myself quite a few fabulous pairs of shoes this year too…shoes are my weakness in life!

  40. Unknown
    December 29, 2015 / 4:47 pm

    You scored some awesome finds this year girl, LOVE the leopard flats, so chic! Can't wait to see what deals you find in 2016! XO -Kim

  41. Kate Steadman
    December 29, 2015 / 4:54 pm

    Suede pumps are my weakness! Love these choices.

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

  42. Candace Shiflet
    December 29, 2015 / 5:36 pm

    Oh I want that Kate Spade wallet so bad!! You made some awesome purchases!! I might have to copy a few… haha and I keep hearing about Quantico!! I want to check it out!
    xo, Candace | Lovely Little Rants

  43. Anonymous
    December 29, 2015 / 5:46 pm

    Kimmy Schmidt was definitely a favorite of mine this year, and I actually just rewatched the whole thing not long ago. I discovered the amazingness that is House of Cards this year too, partially thanks to you so thanks πŸ˜‰

  44. Karly @ What Karly Said
    December 29, 2015 / 6:13 pm

    You definitely scored so many goodies this year! Thanks to you, The Fall was our favorite show of the year – we cannot wait for the third season! I'm reading Luckiest Girl Alive right now (almost finished) and In Another Life is on hold for me at the library!

  45. Jalisa
    December 29, 2015 / 6:19 pm

    I love this recap, Biana! I've never seen one done like this in the form of best purchases of the year, I love it! Those pink loafers are indeed beautiful, I can see why they sold out so quickly, which I'm bummed about because I would've loved to have gotten my hands on them! Thanks for sharing and I know that 2016 will be an amazing year, filled with amazing opportunities πŸ™‚

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  46. Sharon
    December 29, 2015 / 7:04 pm

    Love everything you got this year πŸ™‚ I think those pink loafers and those wedges are my favourites!

  47. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persie
    December 29, 2015 / 7:08 pm

    Wow, that Rebecca M purse is to die for! I LOVE that color, reminds me of Jackie Kennedy. Some great items here in 2015 from shoes to books!

  48. Paige @ Reasons to Come Home
    December 29, 2015 / 7:40 pm

    I haven't watched The Affair or The Fall…I'll have to check them both out!

  49. FashionRadi
    December 29, 2015 / 8:34 pm

    I love the items of the accessories category since I'm accessory obsessed.

    fashionradi.blogspot.com/

  50. According to Kiki
    December 29, 2015 / 9:58 pm

    I'm almost done with my current Netflix binge and I'm totally in need of some new shows to get obsessed with. (; I love those pink loafers! I have a shoe addiction. haha

  51. runwright
    December 29, 2015 / 10:10 pm

    I am peeping your book list. I only read two of those so I'm pinning the rest for future reads.
    Yup, I'm an accessories fanatic too. I love hats and brooches for church, I love watches, I love purses… ooh, purses are my all time favorite accessory. I just can't get enough!

  52. Nikki @ makeupHER
    December 29, 2015 / 10:34 pm

    Love all your purchases girl!! Handbags are always a favorite of mine to purchase and my Kate Spade bag was my favorite. My sister spoiled me for my birthday and Christmas with Kate Spade goodies so that always wins for best purchases/gifts of 2015. Of course my engagement ring was my favorite purchase (by my fiance) this year ;)!!

  53. Unknown
    December 29, 2015 / 11:14 pm

    Such a great look back BIana! I'm loving The Affair too and you know I share your weakness for purses:)

    Wishes & Reality

  54. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    December 30, 2015 / 12:59 am

    Loving those leopard flats and the wedge booties. I'm all about comfortable shoes and they both look it. I think I'm the only person that doesn't own a Rebecca Minkoff purse. lol Such great buys this year! Us girls will never think we have enough purses.

  55. Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Blog
    December 30, 2015 / 1:06 am

    My mom and I are the same shoe size too! Love those pink loafers and bummer they're sold out… And are you beyond excited HOC is almost kinda sorta about to launch the next season?! End of February! Can't wait πŸ™‚

  56. Unknown
    December 30, 2015 / 1:17 am

    Such a cute roundup! Hugs, Kait
    makeminemaroon.com/

  57. elle jo
    December 30, 2015 / 5:00 am

    I'm loving the accessories panel! Especially that Kate Spade wallet. I have a weakness for wallets. I love having a variety depending on my mood, doesn't make it easy for when I have to switch out everything to the wallet.

    liz @ sundays with sophie

  58. Meghan @ Me as Meghan
    December 30, 2015 / 5:45 am

    Love this post! The Kate Spade sunglasses are so cute! I am in need of a pair, so I will definitely have to check KS out!

  59. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph
    December 30, 2015 / 4:57 pm

    Totally with you on The Fall, Bloodline, House of Cards, and The Affair.

    Loved all of your accessories too.

  60. Jillian
    December 30, 2015 / 6:13 pm

    fun post! i love this idea πŸ™‚ i need to start reading some of those books. xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  61. Lindsay's Sweet World
    December 31, 2015 / 4:25 am

    The Girl on the Train was one of my favorites this year as well… I couldn't put it down and I read it in record time!

  62. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    December 31, 2015 / 1:25 pm

    I mean, I'll just take one of each! My personal picks are the S'well bottle, the Rifle notebooks, and every one of your shoe picks! Also, Girl on the Train was my favorite book, too! Happy New Year, girlfriend! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  63. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    January 1, 2016 / 8:18 pm

    Those shoes, I mean I love them all! I love purses too, but I can't ever get lucky and find good ones at TJ Maxx or Marshalls. I LOVE Netflix as well. I watched Parenthood and loved it, I wish they would hurry and release the last season already. Definitely recommend it. xo

  64. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    January 5, 2016 / 3:01 am

    I ended up getting the electronic case, so perfect for corralling cords. All those shows aside from House of Cards made my list too.

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