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Affordable Teacher Capsule Wardrobe for Fall 2023

August 16, 2023 by Katie H.

20 piece fall teacher capsule wardrobe

I am so excited to share my fall teacher capsule wardrobe for 2023! This is one of my favorite posts to put together because I love styling teacher outfits! As a teacher, you have the opportunity to dress professionally, fun, and comfortably! For those of you who need some help figuring out how to master that combination, then this capsule wardrobe is for you!

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Filed in: Capsule Wardrobes, Uncategorized, Wardrobe Capsules • by Katie H. • 10 Comments

What I Wore on My Family Vacation in Northern Michigan

July 16, 2023 by Katie H.

Family vacation in Northern Michigan

I just returned from a fun family vacation in northern Michigan. As always, I’m excited to provide a recap of my trip here on the blog, and of course, one of my favorite things to share is the outfits I wore throughout the vacation.

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Filed in: Travel, Uncategorized, What I Wore • by Katie H. • 2 Comments

What I Wore: Real Life Cute Mom Outfits For Summer

July 1, 2023 by Katie H.

6 cute mom outfits for summer

It is hard to believe that it’s already July! This summer is flying by! Before we get too deep into summer, I wanted to do a little summer catch-up and share some of my favorite cute mom outfits that I have been wearing lately!

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1 Base: 4 Outfits- How to Wear a Leopard Pleated Skirt and a Black Tank Top

June 21, 2023 by Katie H.

4 outfits with a leopard pleated skirt and black tank top

Today I am sharing four different ways to wear a leopard pleated skirt and a black tank top. I love to style clothes in multiple ways so you can see how versatile the clothes in your wardrobe can be. That’s why I want to take it one step deeper and start a series where I share how 1 base outfit can be worn in multiple ways.

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Filed in: How to Wear it, Making the Most of your Wardrobe, One Base: 4 Outfits, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • Leave a Comment

How to Style Women’s Tailored Shorts For Summer

June 12, 2023 by Katie H.

6 ways to style linen tailored trouser shorts for summer

One trend that I am loving this summer is women’s tailored shorts.  They are so clean and classic! A good pair of tailored trouser shorts can differently spruce up your summer outfits to give you a polished, yet comfortable look! Today I want to share with you 6 ways I am wearing tailored shorts this summer!

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Filed in: Affordable Fashion, How to Wear it, Making the Most of your Wardrobe, trends to try, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • 2 Comments

Everything You Need to Know About Online Thrift Shopping at GoodwillFinds!

June 1, 2023 by Katie H.

3 outfits thrifted online at GoodwillFinds.

Did you know you can shop for unique, Pinterest-inspired pieces on GoodwillFinds? Last week, I shared a reel on Instagram with looks from GoodwillFinds, and today I’m here to share insights from my shopping experience. Whether you’re a thrifting veteran or just starting out, this guide will help you successfully navigate the online world of thrifting at GoodwillFinds. From my treasure trove of finds, I want to share my tips and tricks for a successful online thrifting shopping experience at GoodwillFinds.

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Filed in: Thrifty Looks, Thrifty Tips, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • 2 Comments

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What I wore then vs. what I wore now! Today I’m What I wore then vs. what I wore now!

Today I’m updating a longtime favorite look with a maxi dress that has a little more shape and structure—but still has all the things I loved about the original. Same formula (maxi + denim jacket), just a bit more refined.

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My favorite bathing suits as a 40-year old mom of My favorite bathing suits as a 40-year old mom of 2! 👙

What mom-friendly bathing suit means to me:
✔️ Good booty coverage
✔️ Hides my stretch marks + tummy support! 
✔️ And I can actually move, swim, and chase my kids without worrying about anything falling out 🙃

Swipe to see some of my favorites!! 

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Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe: 20 Pieces, 9 Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe: 20 Pieces, 96 Outfits!! 

All the shopping details are LIVE on the blog!! Comment CAPSULE and I will send you the link to the post!! 

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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. 

How is the weather where you live this spring?? 

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My Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe is LIVE on My Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe is LIVE on the blog! ☀️

✨See all 96 outfits in blog post!! Outfit reel coming soon!! 

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What I wore then vs. What I wore now I have alway What I wore then vs. What I wore now

I have always loved cardigan sweaters. Lately I’ve been wearing them buttoned up, which is an easy way to update the style and wear it in a new way! 

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If you are over spending money this school year, b If you are over spending money this school year, but still want to send in a little end of the year appreciation gift to your kid’s teacher then this $5 gift idea is a perfect! 

@walmart has these cute little faux plants for under $5! I googled these free printable tags and used some left over Christmas ribbon to make these cute little end of year teacher gifts. 🪴

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Field trips, field day, park day… if you’re lo Field trips, field day, park day… if you’re looking for a cute casual outfit to wear to any of these places, this is a great go-to! 

This top has a built in bra which is so convenient and comfortable! Skirt has built in shorts! Both are super easy to accessorize! 

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