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  • Trends to Try- 6 Denim Midi Skirt Outfits for Fall
    October 9, 2023
    Fall Fashion, How to Wear it, Style Tips, trends to try

    Trends to Try- 6 Denim Midi Skirt Outfits for Fall

    Over the years, my closet has seen its fair share of denim skirts. From the A-line button-front denim skirts or…

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  • How to Wear Color- Mustard Yellow
    September 21, 2023
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    How to Wear Color- Mustard Yellow

    September is just flying by and I have so much to share still! Fall is one of my favorite seasons…

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  • The Ultimate Mom Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2023
    September 14, 2023
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    The Ultimate Mom Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2023

    I am back by popular demand with another mom capsule wardrobe post for you! It seems like just last week…

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  • What Shoes to Wear With Straight Leg Jeans?
    September 5, 2023
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    What Shoes to Wear With Straight Leg Jeans?

    Last week when I shared a post on my favorite affordable petite straight-leg jeans I had a bunch of questions…

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  • 4 Affordable Petite Straight-Leg Jeans- Under $100
    August 28, 2023
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    4 Affordable Petite Straight-Leg Jeans- Under $100

    With fall just around the corner, I know that many people are shopping for jeans. Personally, I think jeans are…

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  • Affordable Teacher Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2023
    August 16, 2023
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    Affordable Teacher Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2023

    For 2025 Fall Teacher Capsule click here. I am so excited to share my fall teacher capsule wardrobe for 2023!…

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Affordable everyday petite (5’1) mom style
A mix of affordable retailers + thrifted fashion
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If you think black trousers are too dressy for you If you think black trousers are too dressy for your casual lifestyle… think again! I love mixing elevated and laid-back pieces to get the most out of my wardrobe! 

In my latest blog post, I’m sharing how to style black trousers casually to create everyday outfits you’ll actually wear.

Head to  https://thriftywifehappylife.com/2025/10/how-to-wear-black-trousers-casually/
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What I wore then vs. What I wore now! 💕 This w What I wore then vs. What I wore now! 💕

This week I’m updating a work outfit I wore in 2014! I kept the same color scheme, but switched out the silhouettes. 

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I’m loving all these fall sweaters and jackets f I’m loving all these fall sweaters and jackets from the Amazon brand @zeagoo.official! They are so fun to style for fall!! 

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I mean, who doesn’t want to dance around the hou I mean, who doesn’t want to dance around the house in a tutu skirt on a Tuesday afternoon?? 💃💕🎃Since it’s Halloween week I guess it’s acceptable!!

I thrifted this tutu skirt a couple of years ago and it’s perfect to pull out for some quick and easy Halloween costumes! Here are 3!! 

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Happy Halloween Week! 🎃 I love putting togeth Happy Halloween Week! 🎃 

I love putting together easy DIY Halloween costumes that you can make with the clothes in your closet! It’s more affordable than buying a costume at the store and a lot more fun! 🤩 

Here are some of my favorites that I have shared over the years! I also added a few new ones this year as well! 

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What I wore this week as a mom of 2 in my 40’s! What I wore this week as a mom of 2 in my 40’s! 

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I love this plaid dress from @walmart! It’s perf I love this plaid dress from @walmart! It’s perfect to wear it now and later during the holiday season! 🎁❤️

Here are 6 ways to wear it! 

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I’m loving these @amazon sweaters for fall! They I’m loving these @amazon sweaters for fall! They are so cute and under $30! 

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