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  • 3 Mom Wardrobe Essentials from Stitch Fix Free Style
    October 27, 2022
    Outfits, Shopping, trends to try, Winter Outfits

    3 Mom Wardrobe Essentials from Stitch Fix Free Style

    In my style journey over the last decade, one thing that I have learned is that building a wardrobe on…

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  • How to Wear Coated Black Jeans
    October 26, 2022
    Fall Fashion, How to Wear it, Outfits, trends to try

    How to Wear Coated Black Jeans

    One trend that I am loving this fall is coated black jeans! What I love about these jeans is that…

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  • How to Wear Tall Boots This Fall
    October 20, 2022
    Fall Fashion, How to Wear it, Outfits

    How to Wear Tall Boots This Fall

    I often get questions from millennial moms like myself about what’s in style and what’s out of style. I recently…

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  • My Winter Wardrobe Wishlist
    October 13, 2022
    Outfits, Shopping

    My Winter Wardrobe Wishlist

    Winter is coming and that means that I am already collecting new clothes to add to my wardrobe this year.…

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  • How to Wear Flares in 2022
    October 4, 2022
    Fall Fashion, How to Wear it, Outfits, Style Tips, trends to try

    How to Wear Flares in 2022

    Flare jeans are back! But to be honest, I’m not sure if they were ever officially out. I think because…

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  • Affordable Family Photo Fall Outfit Ideas
    September 26, 2022
    Family, Outfits

    Affordable Family Photo Fall Outfit Ideas

    Every year I always get asked about family photo fall outfit ideas. Honestly, I don’t have any experience with dressing…

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I’m loving these corduroy pants from @onequince! T I’m loving these corduroy pants from @onequince! They are the perfect color for fall and just back in stock in all colors.🍂

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What I wore last week as a 42-year old mom of 2! What I wore last week as a 42-year old mom of 2!

I skipped my Saturday outfit because I wasn’t feeling great that day and stayed in sweats all day. But everything I wore is here! 

Which day is you favorite?

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4 Ways I am styling these wide-leg black jeans fro 4 Ways I am styling these wide-leg black jeans from @target! Let me know which look is your favorite! 

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What I wore then vs. what I wore now! Today I’m What I wore then vs. what I wore now! 

Today I’m updating an outfit from the fall of 2019! I’m staying true to the outfit formal and colors, but I’m switching out some silhouettes for a modern look. 

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5 petite- friendly jeans under $50! 👖 At 5’1, it’ 5 petite- friendly jeans under $50! 👖

At 5’1, it’s not always easy to find petite-friendly jeans, that also feel great on. These 5 budget-friendly pairs of jeans are definitely worth checking out! 

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What I Wore this week as a 40+ year old mom of 2! What I Wore this week as a 40+ year old mom of 2! 🤍

It was a fun and productive week! The weather was perfect for outfits! Here’s what I wore! 

Let me know which day is your favorite!! 👇🏻

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If you’re looking for pants that feel like athleis If you’re looking for pants that feel like athleisure but look elevated, then this is for you! 👖

I tried @halara’s petite-friendly pants and I’m giving you my honest review — fit, comfort, and how I’d style each pair on my 5’1” frame!

My full try-on review is on my YouTube channel 🎥
🔗https://youtu.be/IbpqJFuwa18?is=twePSDZVeFErSMUv

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My Mom-Friendly Fall Capsule Wardrobe post went li My Mom-Friendly Fall Capsule Wardrobe post went live this week! 🍂 Let me introduce you to all 20 pieces I included in this year’s capsule! 

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