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    March 15, 2021
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    February 24, 2021
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What I wore then vs. What I wore now! I’m upda What I wore then vs. What I wore now! 

I’m updating this work outfits I wore in 2014! I’m keeping the layers and polka-dots, but dropping the bubble necklace. 

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I wore this outfit last week! It’s the perfect c I wore this outfit last week! It’s the perfect casual fall outfit! 

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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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