I did something today I swore I would never do.

I bought an outfit for myself at Coldwater Creek. Actually two. The saleswomen at Ann Taylor and J Jill love me now too.

Don't get me wrong. The clothes at all three stores are of fabulous quality. And some pieces are stylish and chic. But I should probably start saving for my mom jeans now. Because judging by the merchandise at these stores, my tastes - and my size - are now more...ahem...mature.

When did I stop buying clothes in odd numbered sizes? When did pieces from places like Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, and Nordstrom's BP. become a tad bit short and risque? When did I become a grown up?

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