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  • What I Wore on My Family Vacation in Northern Michigan
    July 16, 2023
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    What I Wore on My Family Vacation in Northern Michigan

    I just returned from a fun family vacation in northern Michigan. As always, I’m excited to provide a recap of…

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  • What I Wore: Real Life Cute Mom Outfits For Summer
    July 1, 2023
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    What I Wore: Real Life Cute Mom Outfits For Summer

    It is hard to believe that it’s already July! This summer is flying by! Before we get too deep into…

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  • 1 Base: 4 Outfits- How to Wear a Leopard Pleated Skirt and a Black Tank Top
    June 21, 2023
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    1 Base: 4 Outfits- How to Wear a Leopard Pleated Skirt and a Black Tank Top

    Today I am sharing four different ways to wear a leopard pleated skirt and a black tank top. I love…

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  • How to Style Women’s Tailored Shorts For Summer
    June 12, 2023
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    How to Style Women’s Tailored Shorts For Summer

    One trend that I am loving this summer is women’s tailored shorts.  They are so clean and classic! A good…

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  • Everything You Need to Know About Online Thrift Shopping at GoodwillFinds!
    June 1, 2023
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    Everything You Need to Know About Online Thrift Shopping at GoodwillFinds!

    Did you know you can shop for unique, Pinterest-inspired pieces on GoodwillFinds? Last week, I shared a reel on Instagram…

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    May 24, 2023
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    Easy Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe

    **If you are looking for my 2025 summer capsule, you can find it here. I am so excited to share…

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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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