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  • Anna 9 Month Baby Update
    March 15, 2021
    Baby, Motherhood

    Anna 9 Month Baby Update

    Anna is 9 months!  It’s hard to believe how fast it’s going by.  I thought my first baby grew up…

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  • My Must Have Breastfeeding Clothes
    March 8, 2021
    Mom Style, Motherhood, postpartum

    My Must Have Breastfeeding Clothes

      I can’t believe I have an almost 9-month-old baby and I haven’t done a post yet on breastfeeding clothes. …

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  • 9 Spring Outfit Ideas: When It Still Feels Like Winter
    March 4, 2021
    Mom Style, Outfits, Spring Fashion

    9 Spring Outfit Ideas: When It Still Feels Like Winter

    I can’t believe it’s finally March!  We seem to be getting out of the winter and heading closer to spring…

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  • Styling the Perfect Spring Dress
    March 1, 2021
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    Styling the Perfect Spring Dress

    *This post contains affiliate links. I feel like I keep seeing this dress everywhere on Instagram lately.  Usually I’m not…

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  • How to Wear a Yellow Pleated Skirt
    February 24, 2021
    Casual Work Wear, How to Wear it, Outfits

    How to Wear a Yellow Pleated Skirt

    I’ve been loving pleated skirts lately.  A few months ago I found this yellow pleated skirt at ThredUP and I’ve…

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  • 10 Clothing Items to Buy at the Thrift Store
    February 22, 2021
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    10 Clothing Items to Buy at the Thrift Store

    People often tell me that they love my thrift finds, but they never find anything good at the thrift store…

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thriftywifehappylife

Affordable everyday petite (5’1) mom style
A mix of affordable retailers + thrifted fashion
👨‍✈️Wife + Mom of 2 💙💗
💌 katie@thriftywifehappylife.com

Looking for some ways to elevate your spring/summe Looking for some ways to elevate your spring/summer style? I have 6 finds from @onequince that you will love!

For a full review make sure you check out my latest YouTube video! 🎥 Comment QUINCE and I will send you the link with the shopping details! 

#quincepartner #quincestyle #summerstyle
Something exciting is coming your way… l’ve bee Something exciting is coming your way...

l’ve been working with @dearjohndenim to create a timeless, mom-friendly 6-piece capsule wardrobe collection-and it’s almost here! ✨

DEAR JOHN × KATIE HALLER drops 4.30.26

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Amazon summer finds! ☀️ I’m loving these summer s Amazon summer finds! ☀️

I’m loving these summer staples from Amazon! They are perfect for vacations you have planned or just everyday wear! 

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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! 🤍

Here’s what I wore this week! Let me know which day is your favorite!! 👇🏻

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As a mom of 2, I like to make getting dressed in t As a mom of 2, I like to make getting dressed in the summer super easy! These staples from @onequince are always in my summer wardrobe.

A wear-anywhere dress is a must for me! Something that can be dressed up or down and worn for almost any occasion. This gauzy gingham dress checks that box perfectly 👗

An athletic dress is my favorite throw-on-and-go piece for summer, especially on hot days. I love the style and quality of this one 🏃‍♀️

And I always need a good go-to black one-piece swimsuit. This one is exactly my style 🖤

Let me know in the comments if any of these are your summer staples too! ✨

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6 Petite-Friendly Pants I’m Loving This Spring! 🌸 6 Petite-Friendly Pants I’m Loving This Spring! 🌸

All of these pants are under $50, and most come in regular lengths (except for the last pair). Let me know which one is your favorite!

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What I Wore Then vs. Now! 🖤 It’s been a while sin What I Wore Then vs. Now! 🖤

It’s been a while since I last recreated one of my outfits from my early blogging days. This casual look has been on my radar for a while, so today I’m sharing how I would style it in 2026! ✨

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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! 🤍

I’ve been busy this week! Baseball ⚾️season has started so I am mixing in some comfy baseball field outfits with my normal everyday outfits! 

Here’s what I wore this week! Let me know which day is your favorite!! 👇🏻

🛍️Comment OUTFITS and I will send you the shopping links to all my daily outfits! 

#dailyoutfits #momoutfits #realoutfits
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