1) As is usually the case I end up finding way cooler items and then feel like a schmuck for not spotting them earlier.
and
2) I read another fabulous blogger's post that inspires another expedition only to discover some new goodie that is too good not to share.
I found these cool cross body bags at Urban Outfitters while trolling for something else:


Find them both online here.
I love reading Shopping's My Cardio, who's stylista-in-chief always manages to find some thing that I must own right now. She did the unfathomable when she uncovered some stylish fanny packs on etsy.
I was perusing the site yesterday, and by coincidence came across this:

Though I shudder at the thought of wearing a fanny pack - this belt/bag would snap me out of that mindset right quick. Buy it from seller Stacy Leigh here.
I feel much better now. That is all.