The shopping fast is over.

I’ve had my eye on these for months. I’d seen them in magazines before they even hit the stores. I don’t even know what I’m going to wear with them … but I’ll figure something out.

I saved money by waiting, too — originally $19.50, they’re on sale at Old Navy now for $11.70!

Of course, I spent that saved money by buying a second pair.

I couldn’t resist. I love this pattern, too!

Over the weekend I picked up a few items at Ann Taylor LOFT — I had $100 in savings cards that I had to use! And Banana Republic sent me an email today to take an extra 20% off their sale items.

I know, it seems like the fast just made me explode back into my old shopping habits. Well, I had some birthday money to spend! And, yes, it was a little pent-up.

I did learn some things I needed during my fast. I guess when you’re not buying things, you pay more attention to the flaws in what you do have.

Most of my pants are too short, even with flats. And I only have one pair of jeans I can wear with the majority of my heels (2-3 inch). I need to find some longer pants!

I can use a casual pair of brown flats and possibly black boots that are flat enough for my barely-long-enough pants. (They’re not all hopeless!)

I also need some neutral sandals to wear with my beach dresses in Jamaica. And a one-piece bathing suit for triathlon training, but that doesn’t count. It’s something I actually need!

Before I buy anything else, I should really go through my closet again. If the weather would make up its mind, I could rotate my clothes and shoes for spring/summer!