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thriftywifehappylife

Affordable everyday petite (5’1) mom style
A mix of affordable retailers + thrifted fashion
👨‍✈️Wife + Mom of 2 💙💗
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I heard 2026 is the new 2016, so why not jump on t I heard 2026 is the new 2016, so why not jump on this trend and show you where I was 10 years ago! 2016 was a very special year for me because I became a mom! 💙 I also joined instagram and started to share my outfits here as well as on my blog! 

Back then I didn’t like to show my face in my pictures. I didn’t have a tripod. I took all my pictures with my blurry iPhone camera. It wasn’t as pretty as a feed, but I found my way! 

As for my style, I was still in my statement necklace era. Almost all my clothes were thrifted. I was balancing life as a preschool teacher and a new mom, trying not to lose my sense of style, but also adapting to my new world of mom life. 

2016 trends I wouldn’t mind seeing make a come back are colorful statement necklaces. Maybe not as big and chunky, but I wouldn’t mind some color in my jewelry. 

Trends to leave in the past. Distressed low rise skinny jeans with long tunics. 

What are trends you would like to see come back from 2016?? ✨
How to Style Pointed-Toe Kitten Heel Booties This How to Style Pointed-Toe Kitten Heel Booties This Winter ❄️

I recently bought these pointed-toe kitten heel booties, and I’m obsessed! They’re cute, comfortable, and budget-friendly—always a win. If you’re wondering how to style kitten heel booties in winter, here are 3 pant pairings I’m loving right now:

1️⃣ Flare Jeans – These booties pair perfectly with flare jeans. The slight heel gives you a little extra height while elongating the foot, making flare jeans look even more flattering.

2️⃣ Wide-Leg Trousers – Looking for a winter-friendly work shoe to replace heels or flats in cold weather? These kitten heel booties are the perfect option. They look polished, chic, and pair beautifully with trouser pants.

3️⃣ Wide-Leg Jeans – I love how these booties instantly elevate wide-leg jeans. They’re perfect for date night or anytime you want to feel a bit more put-together while still wearing jeans this winter ❄️

🛍️ Comment “BOOTIES” and I’ll send you the shopping link for this post! 🔗https://liketk.it/5LBwd

#howtostylevideo #winterbooties #styletips #wintershoes #outfitideas
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! 🤍

This first week back to reality is always a little crazy, but I’m making my way into 2026 one outfit at a time!! Here’s what I wore this week! 

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

#dailyoutfits #momstyle #reallifeoutfit #practicaloutfits #whattowear
Top 10 best purchases of 2025 ✨ Every year, I tak Top 10 best purchases of 2025 ✨

Every year, I take a close look at all my purchases from the prior year and figure out what purchases brought me the most value. I look at what clothes I reached for the most, what beauty products actually made a difference and what products made my life a little easier! 

If you’re trying to shop more intentionally in 2026, this post is for you 🤍

✨Comment LINK and I will send you the blog post with all tge details! 🔗https://thriftywifehappylife.com/2026/01/10-best-purchases-of-2025/

#BestPurchasesOf2025 #IntentionalShopping #WardrobeFavorites #CapsuleWardrobe AffordableStyle ThriftedFinds EverydayStyle StyleOver40 SmartShopping
This winter outfit from @onequince will keep you n This winter outfit from @onequince will keep you nice and warm this time of the year! ❄️ These pieces are amazing, and you will be surprised by the price for the quality!  #quincepartner

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#ltkseasonal #ltkpetite #ltkover40 #winteroutfit wintercoats
Amazon Best Sellers from 2025!! ✨ These are some Amazon Best Sellers from 2025!! ✨

These are some my best sellers from my Amazon Storefront! They are some of my favorites as well!! 

🛍️Comment SHOP and I will send you the link to all my top sellers from 2025! 🔗https://www.amazon.com/shop/thriftywifehappylife/list/3P7FOBOSY9CWN?ref_=aipsflist

#amazonfinds #founditonamazonfashion #amazonfashion #amazonstyle
How to wear wide-leg jeans this winter! 👖 I love How to wear wide-leg jeans this winter! 👖 

I love these viral wide-leg jeans from @onequince! They are amazing and my new favorite pair of jeans! I styled them 4 ways on the blog! 

✨Comment LINK and I will send the link to my blog post with all the shopping details! 

🔗https://thriftywifehappylife.com/2026/01/how-to-wear-wide-leg-jeans-this-winter/

#widelegjeans #quincejeans #howtowearit
Good Bye 2025!! 🥂 2025 has thrown few curve balls Good Bye 2025!! 🥂

2025 has thrown few curve balls our way, but looking back it’s been filled with lots of memories! I’m grateful for all the good it brought! 

Happy New Year! 🎊 See you in 2026!!
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