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  • What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Now
    November 11, 2024
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    What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Now

    One of my favorite series on Instagram is my “What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Now” posts. These…

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  • How to Style Dresses in the Fall
    November 7, 2024
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    How to Style Dresses in the Fall

    Dresses can be so versatile. Whether you are looking for a dress to wear to church, work, a shower, family…

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  • From Fall to Winter: How to Wear Cropped Jeans in Winter
    October 9, 2024
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    From Fall to Winter: How to Wear Cropped Jeans in Winter

    A few weeks ago, I asked my Instagram followers about their biggest fashion struggles. An overwhelming number of people mentioned…

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  • The Ultimate Mom Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2024
    September 23, 2024
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    The Ultimate Mom Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2024

    Welcome back for another capsule wardrobe post. Fall is always a great season to dress for, so I am excited…

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  • Fashion Rules to Break: White Pants After Labor Day
    September 13, 2024
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    Fashion Rules to Break: White Pants After Labor Day

    It’s time to talk about another fashion rule worth breaking. A few months ago, I shared my thoughts on mixing…

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  • How to Style a Statement Blouse
    September 5, 2024
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    How to Style a Statement Blouse

    Although my wardrobe is mostly neutrals, I’ve always had a soft spot for a good statement blouse. As a proud…

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What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Then ✨ It’s What I Wore Then vs. What I Wore Then ✨

It’s time to update another outfit I wore during my early years of blogging and recreate it with the pieces I currently own in my closet. 

For this look I refreshed the pieces, but kept the same outfit formula. Gray/black jeans + chambray shirt + cardigan + boots

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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! 

3 Things I have been loving this week! 
1️⃣Button-down shirt 👕 
2️⃣ Detroit sports! 🏈⚾️
3️⃣ The Life of a Showgirl 🧡✨

What have you been loving this week? 

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What I wore on this beautiful October Saturday! 🍂

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I’m loving these green pants from @onequince! Th I’m loving these green pants from @onequince! They are so comfortable and a great fall staple to have in your wardrobe! 

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I shared a lot of good stuff in September! Here ar I shared a lot of good stuff in September! Here are some of my favorites from the month! 

Which is your favorite? 

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If you’re looking to add some fun prints to your If you’re looking to add some fun prints to your wardrobe this fall, then @maurices has you covered! 🍂#ad 

I’m loving these 3 looks!  Each one shows just how easy it is to mix prints into your everyday style. Which outfit would you wear first?

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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’m going to my first Lion’s game this weekend I’m going to my first Lion’s game this weekend!! 💙💙🦁 I’m excited to wear my new Lion’s sweatshirt from @abercrombie! 

Which outfit is your favorite? 

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