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Hi, my names Katie, a mom and style blogger on a mission to help women build a wardrobe they love on a budget!

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Affordable everyday petite (5’1) mom style
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I need a dress for a wedding on the first day of s I need a dress for a wedding on the first day of spring and it’s never to early to start shopping for the perfect dress! I am loving these dresses from @aw.bridal 👗🌸💕

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Looking for a cute holiday outfit to wear in the c Looking for a cute holiday outfit to wear in the cold weather? ❄️🥶 I have you covered! Here are some holiday party outfit ideas that are cute, stylish and will also keep you warm! 

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Winter Staples from @walmart!! ❄️#walmartpartner Winter Staples from @walmart!! ❄️#walmartpartner 

If you are looking for wardrobe staples that will help elevate your winter wardrobe, Walmart is the place to go! I found so many cute pieces at amazing prices!! 

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My mom-friendly winter capsule wardrobe post for 2 My mom-friendly winter capsule wardrobe post for 2026 is live on the blog!! ❄️💕

I’m sharing 20 pieces styled into over 100 outfits!! 

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Real outfits I wore this week as a 40+ mom of 2! ❤ Real outfits I wore this week as a 40+ mom of 2! ❤️

December is such a busy month, but I am doing my best to document my outfits throughout the chaos. Which outfit is your favorite this week?? 

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I grew up with these Christmas movies, so I had so I grew up with these Christmas movies, so I had so much putting together these outfits inspired my the moms in each one of these movies. 🎄All of these women have iconic style that lives on in our memories! ❤️

Who is your favorite Christmas movie mom? 

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If you are looking for good winter wardrobe staple If you are looking for good winter wardrobe staples, @onequince is where it’s at! ❄️

I made a mini capsule wardrobe out of my favorite Quince piece! The outfits are endless when you have all the good wardrobe basics! 

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What I Wore today! I love elevating my cozy clothe What I Wore today! I love elevating my cozy clothes, like this casual hoodie, to feel more together in the winter! 

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