There are time when you need to go outside of Amazon to find items you need. Or perhaps you just find them by accident while shopping. Some of the items I purchased because I knew it would be needed and used. Others, I just happened to see while shopping at Target. That store gets me every time, just like Hobby Lobby and Michaels.
So, let’s go shopping.
The first thing I purchased was 2 cardigan sweaters from Walmart online. I forgot to bring a sweater on our Carnival Vista cruise and I regretted not having it in the evening. The MDR tends to be chilly.
I purchased some nautical themed face masks on Etsy. The Seller/maker is Handmade By Lady Dianna. I love the style of the face mask and they are so cute! The definitely show my obesssion of anchors.
Since we are cruising on Valentine’s Day, I thought it would be appropriate to find a red dress to wear. I found one on Venus online that was on sale and definitely what I was looking for. I initially purchased it to wear to the steakhouse on embarkation day but I have since changed my mind and will be wearing on cruise elegant night. It fits great which I knew it would. I have been shopping with Venus online for years and I always seem to NEED to purchase something before every cruise. Last year I think I bought 5 swimsuits!!!!
I read on our Facebook cruise group something about wearing red beads so we would be able to recognize everyone. I found these cute red heart necklace while looking for items for an Aladdin project. For obvious reasons, they ended up in my possession!
And then there was Target. Everything single thing I purchased was not on my shopping list at all. Some impulse buys are necessary, like socks. Others, not so much. But I did it anyway.
Besides the socks, I purchased Sugarfix by Baublebar red heart earrings. I will be wearing them on embarkation day along with the the Sugarfix by Baublebar heart necklace.
I also purchased some Sugarfix by Bauble earrings that came in a set. I was looking for simple gold hoops, it just happened that the blingy set was attached to the gold earrings!!!!
This should be everything I will be purchasing for this cruise. That is unless something catches my eyes that I just have to have!!!
As with every cruise or road trip we plan, I find myself stalking Amazon for purchases I think I need, but I really do not need. But I always seem to buy the things!!!! I blame COVID for this addiction.
Let’s get started with the shopping. I will list the description of each item along with the name of the seller. If the item is something that does not see cruise related, I will give an explanation as to why it was purchased. The pictures in this blog were found on the Amazon website. Actually, they were found in the view order details!
The first thing I always purchase before any cruise is a binder. This time I purchased an AVERY + Amy Tangerine 1″ binder. Since our cruise leaves on Valentines Day, I thought the hearts on the binder were perfect. I use the binder to keep all of the important papers in and any paper flyers or notices we receive during the trip. It isn’t as necessary now that the cruise lines uses QR codes for everything but this one will be used primarily after the cruise to keep all the copies of our paperwork in and any notes/info from the cruise. This will help me remember what we did when I start working on the scrapbook. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I decided Jim needs some new fancy face masks so I purchased the Perry Ellis reusable pleated face masks. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I was looking for a blue tunic and I found this one that will work perfectly. I have already worn it so I guess it wasn’t necessarily purchased for the cruise but I will likely be taking it with me. Seller: AWULIFFAN
After our last cruise, I decided it was time to replace the over-the-door shoe hanger as it was looking worn. So worn that it really did not need to be going on any more cruises. I decided to look at something smaller that would work for the narrow doors and I found this instead. It will definitely work for our needs. Seller: EPFamily Direct
Of course, I purchased some Command Strips to keep the new over-the-door shoe hanger in place. Seller: Amazon.com Sellers LLC
I was looking for a pair of casual shoes to wear with a specific outfit and just happen to find these. I do not know if the outfit will make the cut on this cruise, but they will go with another outfit I have in mind. Seller: FRACORA director
Before our last cruise, I purchased this shirt. Unfortunately I lost it in a bad laundry accident. I did not check my husbands pockets and there was a pen left in one of his pockets. The shirt was the only casualty of the incident. So naturally, I had to replace it. The color is Lake Green. Seller: Dofaoo
I have purchased a red dress to wear on cruise elegant night. It only seems natural for my husband to have a red shirt to wear as well. He’s hot-natured so I found a short sleeve, button down shirt for him. Seller: EsabelC
I have been looking for sweatsuits/loungewear that were suitable to wear outside of the house and very comfortable. I decided to try this one in the color blue. Fits perfect! Seller: Automet-US
When you find jeans at a good price, you buy them. I just happened to find a pair of black Lee jeans at an unbelievable price and they somehow ended in my cart. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
For some time now, I have see this shirt but I just never could figure out a time I could use it. Well, the time is for this cruise. I am not use to cruising in the winter months so I decided that some tops with longer sleeves would be a good idea. This shirt is a pretty shade of pink and it is slightly see through. I will be looking for a cami to wear under it. Seller: LookbookStore
The pink top looks well with white pants in the pictures on Amazon so I decided to find a pair of white jeans to go with it. Seller: VIV Collection
To complete the outfit, I found some cute pink and black heels to wear! I have already worn the shoes and they are comfortable. Probably the most comfortable pair of heels I have worn in a long time. Seller: fereshte
What’s better than one pair of black Lee jeans??? Two pairs! I purchased another pair. One pair is a longer length that works great with ankle boots and the other works with flats or sneakers. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
I found a pink leopard print top with 3/4 sleeve that will be nice to wear to dinner in the MDR. Seller: Zattcas company
You can’t have a pink leopard print shirt without a pair of pink leopard print slip on shoes. They fit great. Seller: Kufeiti shoes.
Might as well but another pair of slip on shoes. But this one is on beige leopard print. This pair of shoes may not make it on the cruise. Seller: Kufeiti
I purchased a pair of ankle boots that will only make the cruise if the weather is cold. Most likely they will stay home. But they are so cute and very comfortable. Seller: Fishbone Apparel
I have noticed I have been having a hard time finding my favorite brand of athletic shoes, Reebok. I was browsing Amazon and I found a pair that I knew I needed. Seller: Amazon.com Services LLC
The blue lounge set I purchased earlier was so perfect, I bought another set in black. Depending on weather at the time of our cruise, they could be my travel day outfit. I will have one for traveling to Galveston and one to wear traveling home. Seller: Automet-US
With the uncertainty of the temperature during the day, I purchased a short sleeve shirt that is short in the front and long in the back. I decided on the color pink. Seller is Zeagoo.
I like the pink 3/4 sleeve top so much, I purchased another one in black and white. I can pair this shirt with either the black jeans or white jeans. Seller: LookbookStore
I found what I hope will be the perfect cami to wear under my pink top. It is pink in color so I do not think it will stick out as much as a white cami would. Seller: Shein online store.
Sweatsuits/loungewear is something I am interested in buying for this cruise. Not to wear during the cruise, but to wear to travel to and from Galveston. I found a couple that I like. The first one says “Be Kind” on the front. I decided on the color blue. Seller: Ze Qing.
The second sweatsuit/loungewear is also in blue and is more of a loose fit. And it is so comfortable. Seller: LYHNMW
And the last purchase for this cruise is a short sleeve casual white shirt. The sole purpose of this shirt is to wear it under a long sleeve sweater I have. It may or may not make this trip.
We have come to an end of our Amazon purchases for our upcoming cruise on Carnival Breeze. Thanks for taking the time to read this long blog. I’m hoping to have another cruise related blog on January 6th.
In all honesty, my shopping for the cruise began in 2021 so there are some items I have not worn yet and I’m hoping I can fit into them!
WARNING…. I HAVE NOT IRONED OR STEAMED ANY OF THE CLOTHING ITEMS FOR FEAR OF ANOTHER CRUISE BEING CANCELLED. This will be the first time I will not pack until after I receive my negative COVID test. So, please do not shame me for the clothing looking like a wrinkled mess.
Most of my clothing items were purchased at Venus.com. I have been buying my vacation clothes from their website for a long time. I love their selections and the quality is fantastic. So, let’s begin with the items I purchased for our cancelled cruises and our upcoming cruise.
V-neck halter top in blue.
Lace inset smoked top in white.
Strappy deatil top also in white.
Fringe Earrings in navy.
Polka dot jumpsuit in black with white dots.
Bandage dress in black. Unfortunately I was not able to take a decent picture of the dress so this is one from their catalog.
Lace inset mock neck top in pink.
Grommet lace up one-piece swimsuit. I purchased 2, one in blue and one in white.
Angie smoothing one-piece swimsuit. I also purchased 2, one in blue and one in red.
Bandeau one-piece swimsuit in aqua. I may not take this one with me.
Asymmetrical strappy heels in black.
Another place we like to shop is Academy. I ordered 3 swimsuits for my husband online
O’Rageous Men’s Volley Swim Trunks one in the color Cabbage Wave, one in Dark Blue, and one in the color Living Coral Wave.
While at the store, I found some shoes!
BCG womens canvas lace up training shoes. One pair in black and one pair in white.
Old Navy had a sale on their variety 5-pack of triple-layer cloth pleated face masks for adults with ear adjusters son I ordered 2!
ShipTees.com had a fac cover that I HAD to have so I ordered one for me and one for my husband. He has not worn his yet but my is currently in the wash!
From DSW online, I purchased a pair of Nina Ranata Sandal in the color navy. I cannot wait to wear them!!!!
While looking at shoes at Macy’s online, I found a pair of Circus by Sam Edelman Camara Medallion flat sandals on sale so I purchased a pair in the color Pink Confetti.
I also purchased a pair of Jessica Simpson Women’s Rilane Slide Sandals in the color black.
On a trip to Costco, we purchased 2 pairs of shorts for my husband. They really have good prices, but they tend to sale out quickly.
When Steinmart had their closing sale, I found a pair of capri’s that truly gave me cruise vibes!!! So, of course, they had to come home with me.
And what is preparing for a cruise without shopping at Target. This time, my shopping was limited to jewelry. Specifically, I purchased items by the brand SUGARFIX by BaubleBar.
Three quarter fringe hoop earrings in navy.
Modern Statement necklace set in gold.
Layered link chain necklace in gold.
And that is where this shopping blog will end. The next blog will be the Amazon shopping I have done specifically for this cruise and maybe the cruises that cancelled. So, please come back.
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