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Walmart Shoe Dupes

January 22, 2021 by Katie Haller

Affordable Walmart Shoe Dupes
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 Let’s just start by saying, I’ve never met a Walmart shoe that I didn’t love.  It wasn’t until a few years ago when I was still teaching that I discovered my love for Walmart shoes.  I bought a couple pairs of flats to wear in my classroom.  They were under $10 and very cute, so I figured they would be perfect for work because I wouldn’t have to worry about ruining them.  Well, they ended up being much better than I had expected and now I’m completely hooked.  Walmart has become my go-to store when I want a cute popular style of shoe, but I don’t want to spend a lot of money. Read more

Filed in: Affordable Fashion, shoes, Shopping • by Katie Haller • 4 Comments

How to Wear Joggers And Still Feel Put Together

January 20, 2021 by Katie Haller

 Comfortable jogger outfits that still feel put together
Let’s be honest…How many days per week do you spend wearing sweat pants?  I wear them more than I would like to admit, but they are so comfortable.  Even when I was working full-time every day, the first thing I did when I came in the door from work was take off my pants and slide into a comfy pair of sweat pants.  I can not get enough of jogger sweat pants.  I like how they tapered at the ankle and I love a good high waist. I have several pairs of joggers because I just love them!Read more

Filed in: Affordable Fashion, Making the Most of your Wardrobe, Mom Style • by Katie Haller • 2 Comments

Cozy, Casual Real Life Stay-At-Home Mom Outfits

January 4, 2021 by Katie Haller

Cozy, casual outfits

If 2020 taught me anything at all, it’s that you can never have enough loungewear.  Between being a stay-at-home-mom, spending half the year pregnant, and then going through a global pandemic, my wardrobe has officially shifted to the casual side.  Leggings, joggers, and slippers are my new go-to daily clothes.  I do miss wearing jeans and getting ready to go somewhere every day, but I just don’t feel the motivation to get out of my cozy clothes any time soon.  That doesn’t mean that I’m not going to put together cute cozy outfits.  Just because you are wearing loungewear all day, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t still feel cute and put together.

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Top 10 Favorite Purchase of 2020

December 31, 2020 by Katie Haller

Top 10 purchases of 2020
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At the end of each year, I love to do a round-up blog post sharing my favorite purchases from the year.  It’s fun to look back on what I bought and evaluate my shopping.  I’m always trying to stay true to myself and this blog by keeping my shopping habit on a budget.  My goal is to never buy anything over $50 unless it’s the occasional splurge.Read more

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Easy Winter Layering Outfits

December 21, 2020 by Katie Haller

When it comes to dressing for winter, it’s all about layers.  You always need to be prepared for changing temperatures outside and inside.  I’ve never liked big bulky winter clothes, that’s why if you peek into my closet you will see lots of lighter clothes that can easily be layered.

The key to keeping your layered outfits comfortable is to avoid over-layering.  You don’t want your outfit to feel stiff and hard to move in.  No one wants to feel like the kid from A Christmas Story…hahaha. I like to stick with lightweight clothes.  Most of my sweaters aren’t very thick and fit nicely under a jacket or over a button-down shirt. Read more

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Christmas Party Outfit Ideas

December 10, 2020 by Katie Haller

Christmas party outfit ideas #christmasoutfit
 I have such mixed emotions about Christmas this year.  Part of me is so excited to celebrate with my little family.  It’s Anna’s first Christmas and Jack is super excited for Santa this year.  I’m trying to create new memories and traditions for our family and I’m really excited about it, but then there is also a part of me that is very sad about Christmas this year.  We usually spend the entire week of Christmas with our families and this year, because of the pandemic, we will be staying home.  I know we will FaceTime with everyone and make the best of the holiday the same way we have all year long, but it’s just not the same.  There are no parties, no family get-togethers, no meetups with friends, and no events worth dressing up for this Christmas.  But that does not mean that I can’t put together a Christmas party outfit idea post, right?  I still have a closet full of clothes just waiting to be worn.  Besides, you can always pin these outfit ideas to your Pinterest boards for next year.Read more

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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! 

The weather had been terrible this week 😩 So I basically wore my go-to comfort outfit combo all week long— thrifted jeans + cardigan/sweater + ballet flats. 

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