Bucket bags made their appearance decades ago but in the past couple of years, they have made a comeback and everyone seems to be wearing them. Even though they are not “new,” many brands have them on their autumn-winter and spring-summer collections. From luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Mansur Gavriel, Furla Stacy leather bucket bag in pink beach $248 at Lord & Taylor (also available at Shopbop), to lower end stores like this H&M drawstring shoulder bag $29.95, they are everywhere so if you’re in the market, check out this post because there is one for everyone’s budget. I certainly appreciate the size, long strap and convenience of the bucket bag, especially if you’re always on the go.

 

I really like the spring and summer collections at H&M. they have great pieces at prices you love. If you’re on a budget, look no more, I have the perfect spring/summer getaway outfit waiting for you. Try on a pair of chic yet edgy sunglasses, never leave for the beach without an easy-to-carry and practical shoulder bag. Have you been looking for a preppy weekend bag? Check this one out, it’s amazing right? Continue to add a simple tee to your look, high waist shorts for an old Hollywood Glamour look, and finish it up with these adorable pineapple flats.

In today’s splurge versus steal post, you’re getting an all J.Crew versus an all H&M outfit. You can replicate this outfit with something you already have in your closet or by buying any of these items, regardless of your budget, you have options! It’s not so much about the brand but how do you feel with each item. My closet is a mix of high end stores and a bunch of easy and affordable complimentary pieces from Zara, H&M, Forever21.. you get the point. J.Crew outfit details this way… JACKET: denim jacket in tyler wash is a wear-with-everything layer made from 50 percent recycled cotton $128 (30% off with code TIMETOSHOP) | TEE: three-quarter sleeve football tee in stripe $45, sailor stripes make everything better don’t you think? | SHORT: collection lemon tiger lily short $188 | SANDALS: cross-strap flat sandals $45, metallic is the way to go this summer | TOTE: Mar y Sol caracas” tote bag $115, I’m a big fan of this brand , here’s a little bit about the designer: After a trip to Africa in 2003, Laurel Brandstetter was inspired to launch an accessories collection that would help support local artisans while showcasing their traditional crafting techniques. Her line, Mar Y Sol, is committed to using sustainable materials like woven sisal, raffia and seagrass | HAT: wide-brimmed straw hat $44 | SUNGLASSES: illesteva leonard II tortoiseshell sunglasses $290. H&M outfit details this way… JACKET: denim jacket $39.95 | TEE: boat-neck top $17.95 | SHORT: short shorts $24.95 | SANDALS: $29.95 | TOTE: large straw bag $24.95, I’m in love with this tote bag! | HAT: straw hat $12.95 | SUNGLASSES: $9.95.

I grew up going to the beach year-around, yes, I grew up in Ecuador, and our winter is just sweater-weather, but still I really enjoy spring days at the beach regardless of how chilly they may get. It is no news that I love J.Crew but let’s be real, I can’t buy everything there all the time, who has that kind of money?! I love shopping when there are good sales or I like to get the main piece of my outfit such as this super cute metallic shorts and pair it up with other cute items that I already have in my closet or that I can purchase at lower end stores such as H&M, Zara, Forever21… you know the list.

1. Banana Republic conversational small pouch CIAO $28 (also comes with XO, BELLA captions) | 2. H&M sunglasses $12.95 | 3. J.Crew lightweight camp shirt in whisper lame $88 | 4. J.Crew collection metallic eyelet trouser short $158 (such a cute short!) | 5. J.Crew Hayes metallic suede sandals $118 | 6. H&M straw hat $5 (get it now!).