I didn't shop a lot in 2019. I only wanted to buy items that I really loved and knew that I wouldn't tire of quickly. Today I'm sharing the items that top the list!
![Best purchases of 2019](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_ZaiHRs_maA/XhZliFh2sxI/AAAAAAAAq74/9ClpexN-Ojw0VHss5_3C4XejZuS2_xFmgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah.jpg)
In today's post I'm sharing my favorite purchases from last year. These are items that I found myself continuously loving (my computer case) or reaching for time and time again to wear (the pearl hoops). I've mentioned before that I live in a tiny, cottage-style house. The storage space I have is limited and there's not a lot of extra space for stuff. Living small has made me a more conscious consumer, but it's also trained me to purge regularly and only buy things I love. I'm continuing that approach into this new decade. It's really helping me curate a closet of items that are versatile, stylish and I truly love.
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![Best purchases of 2019 pearl hoops](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7LeXXXWEBTo/XhZqxSjOeXI/AAAAAAAAq8E/hh0TYEkVsmEiOdDvoHjD_L7VST-mf2eDQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-1.png)
These are hands-down my most worn accessory of 2019. I didn't realize when I picked these up at H&M (maybe on sale? I can't remember!) that I would wear them so often! Such a great purchase!
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2. BLUE LIGHT GLASSES from AMAZON
(they're only $17, with 11 frame options!)
(they're only $17, with 11 frame options!)
![Best purchases of 2019 blue light glasses](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-54qIWSGcMWs/XhZzCmRLgaI/AAAAAAAAq8c/YUJVOa9XhWk-SpAnU8jNv9i3JS2yLuAKQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-2.png)
Once these arrived, I was so surprised how much I used them. As someone who spends most of her day in front of a computer, these were a lifesaver!
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3. MATTE SEQUIN TOP from ALTAR'D STATE
![Best purchases of 2019 sequin top](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-imSw0PQaoVo/XhZ08gTHVyI/AAAAAAAAq8o/TOB04XCBAqUjMmsQmdxmAz_BFmlZBg8aACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-3.png)
I picked up this top last year on clearance at Altar'd State and it ended up making it onto this list without question. I wore it to see Kacey Musgraves at the Ryman (pictured above).
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![Best purchases of 2019 round straw bag](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MgjMKpvlovk/XhZ5c07J1wI/AAAAAAAAq88/-AgZ6lsBYqUMwb96QhSbB0CckOSHbhOrQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-4.png)
Round straw bags were everywhere last summer (and the summer before, honestly). This was such an unexpected cheap find ($16) that I couldn't pass it up - I also bought it in solid black.
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5. HEART-SHAPED SUNGLASSES from AMAZON
(they're only $10!)
(they're only $10!)
![Best purchases of 2019 heart sunglasses](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mWOJZfboAdY/XhZ690cuGdI/AAAAAAAAq9I/ScsD2m1AZ7AYNWDks6j7u3wVfQnc-89FACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-5.png)
Two years running these glasses have been a favorite. I bought them in 2018 in white and 2019 I added black to my collection.
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![Best purchases of 2019 silver wave ring](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-keX94rt7V9E/XhZ9GlquyAI/AAAAAAAAq9U/kVUqamrH9mwqu0s8HLb-eFSCqFIiAoDZwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-6.png)
I found these sterling silver rings at a shop in the Outer Banks and had no idea how much wear they would get. The thinner one is on my finger every single day.
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Aerie brought back their oversized sweatshirt this year with some updates - more prints and high slits on the sides. It actually sold out a couple of times before I got my hands on it!
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![Best purchases of 2019 curvy girl swimwear](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BW7O9NsvbnM/XhaAwHDesTI/AAAAAAAAq98/vV7L8O94FEcKWWSpO-k7mudGp0PruqFugCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-8.png)
Last year is the first time I shopped at Torrid, and their swimwear did not disappoint. These two were exactly what I was wanting in a high-waisted suit!
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9. STRIPED TUNIC from TJ MAXX
![Best purchases of 2019](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z8Mb30mB18Q/Xhe777rdGSI/AAAAAAAAq-Y/KKEMiclWKtgW8U6hjMPib9P4Yxfk7qOTwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-9.png)
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10. MARBLE COMPUTER CASE from AMAZON
This was a second-hand purchase from my best friend's daughter. It's completely covered in stickers now and just full of personality ;)
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This was a second-hand purchase from my best friend's daughter. It's completely covered in stickers now and just full of personality ;)
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11. ALL THE BAG CHARMS
Minnie Mouse (Disney x Coach) - Poshmark
Repurposed Louis Vuitton Bow - Etsy
Anna charm - I won in a giveaway :)
Chewie charm - Amazon
Elsa charm - Plush ornament from Target (get creative with your bag charms!)
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I absolutely love Candy Shop Vintage - one of my favorite shops in Charleston! I love to buy specific pieces to remember a trip by and this was my purchase on my Charleston trip last summer.
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14. DISNEY x COACH SCARF from EBAY
I have tied this little scarf on nearly every bag I own. I bought it new-with-tags on Ebay.
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Here's to wonderful new (or new-to-you) purchases in 2020!
xo, Julie
![Best purchases of 2019 Disney Coach collection](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eq-PiWA5-Kw/XhfEZXnHULI/AAAAAAAAq_k/LPGF691iIsUf6OUHLBhzq3DeCCNdx1__gCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/favorite-purchases-of-2019-julie-leah-14.png)
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I hope you enjoyed this run-down of my favorite purchases! I encourage you to be a more conscious consumer this year - even buy secondhand! I love shopping Poshmark and Ebay for items I want. It truly makes the shopping experience more fun for me.
Here's to wonderful new (or new-to-you) purchases in 2020!
xo, Julie
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