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  • Real-Life Mom Outfit of the Day Roundup- October
    November 3, 2021
    Daily Outfits, Fall Fashion, Mom Style, Outfits

    Real-Life Mom Outfit of the Day Roundup- October

    I can’t believe that another month has past and it’s time to do another real-mom outfit of the day roundup. …

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  • How to Style Staight-leg Jeans in 2021
    October 27, 2021
    Fall Fashion, Outfits, Style Tips

    How to Style Staight-leg Jeans in 2021

     Straight-leg jeans seem to be a hot topic at the moment.  Ever since this idea that you are old if…

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  • 9 Fall Outfit Ideas With a Plaid Shirt
    October 19, 2021
    Fall Fashion, How to Wear it

    9 Fall Outfit Ideas With a Plaid Shirt

      October is the best month of the fall season in my opinion!  Football, Cider Mills, Pumpkin carving, Halloween!  It’s…

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  • What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Now
    October 13, 2021
    Outfits, Style Tips, What I Wore Then vs. Now

    What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Now

      A few weeks ago I was scrolling through Instagram and saw a post from one of my favorite style…

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  • Mini Fall Weekend Wardrobe Capsule- 10 Pieces, 10 Outfits
    October 5, 2021
    Capsule Wardrobes, Fall Capsules, Fall Fashion

    Mini Fall Weekend Wardrobe Capsule- 10 Pieces, 10 Outfits

    I wanted to do a wardrobe capsule this fall, but the time just slipped away from me.  That’s why instead…

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  • Real- Life Mom Outfit of the Day Roundup for September
    October 1, 2021
    Daily Outfits, Mom Style, What I Wore

    Real- Life Mom Outfit of the Day Roundup for September

     Can you believe that September is over already?  Where is this year going?  One goal of mine as we move…

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What I wore then vs. what I wore now! 🖤 Today I a What I wore then vs. what I wore now! 🖤

Today I am recreating this outfit I wore in the fall of 2017! It’s made with simple wardrobe staples, but the silhouettes in my wardrobe have changed a bit. 

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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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