The temps around Chicago have been unreal lately. And I’m not complaining. It was in the 70s the past two weekends and during the week and it’s been awesome. Lots of time outside, open windows, stroller runs and half marathon training around here. And this past weekend, we snapped back to the 50s and rain showers. Wa waaa. But back to the outfit. It’s as simple as it gets, really. I grabbed several of my tried-and-true simple, classic pieces and got an outfit out of it, perfect for spring. Read More
Minimalism Style: Navy and Olive
Navy and olive are a combination I haven’t really reached for…until now. After being spoiled with unseasonably warm weather in Chicagoland, we were snapped back into reality with some temps in the 20s and 30s and that made me reach for my darker, winter-like color palette. I wore my Old Navy mid-rise sateen rockstar pants that I got last year (I own a pair in burgundy too, see here) along with this peplum-ish navy top to church. I added my handmade tassel necklace, which had similar colors to Read More
Mom Style #24: What I Got at #Nsale
Blazer: Nordstrom c/o Octer {exact} Size tip: order a size down! Dress: Target, old {option, option} Styled previously here, here and here. Heels: Nine West via DSW, old {option, option} Blazer: Nordstrom c/o Octer {exact} Size tip: order a size down! Dress: Target, old {option, option} Styled previously here, here and here. Heels: Nine West via DSW, old {option, option} Raise your hand if your Facebook newsfeed, blog reader, inbox, etc. is filled with best picks and Read More
Navy and Citron Remix: 3 Tops, 6 Outfits
I love reading (and seeing) a good outfit remix. From a seasonal capsule wardrobe to packing for a work conference to remixing a single item of clothing multiple ways, they all give me great ideas on how to work my own closet and make lots of "new" outfits to me that I didn't think I had. And when I saw my citron (or chartreuse) sweater and quilted navy vest side by side, it hit me...I'll do a little remix of my own! For some reason, doing remixes always seems so daunting to me, but I'm not Read More
Plaid and Puffer Vests
Vest: J. Crew Factory [exact] Top: Market & Spruce via Stitch Fix [review here] Jeans: American Eagle [exact] Booties: Splendid c/o Shopbop [options] Ahh fall. Probably my favorite time of year! And what could be more fall than this outfit? Booties. Plaid. Puffer Vest. Check mark! And sometimes fall is a bit unpredictable (at least where I live), so adding this puffer vest is a nice layer for warmth, but doesn’t make me overheat. SO glad I grabbed this vest as part of my Read More
Weight Watchers Check-In, Tips & Recipes
Top: J. Crew Factory [exact on clearance!] Shorts: J. Crew Factory [exact on clearance!] Shoes: c/o Fibi & Clo [exact] Earrings: Baublebar [exact] Last month, I mentioned that I was joining Weight Watchers to help me lose the baby weight. I wanted to check in and give a little update. I joined and go to regular weekly meetings, which I’ve found have been great for keeping me accountable. A couple years ago, I was a WW member and lost nearly 30 pounds, and was determined to do it Read More
Dress the Bump: Maxi Dress
*Photos taken at 37 weeks. Shop the look: Maxi dress: Banana Republic Outlet, old; Maternity option, option, option, option | Non-maternity option, option, option Cardigan: Loft Outlet, old; option, option Earrings: Target, old; option, option Believe it or not, even at 9 months preggo, you can still wear non-maternity items. Case in point: this outfit. This maxi dress is the perfect way to style the bump because it’s A- made of stretchy material and B- the high empire waist fits Read More
Maroon and Navy
*Photos taken at 35 weeks. There’s something very noble or “ivy league” about maroon and navy (and cream/camel.) Makes me think of preppy school uniforms for some reason. Anyways, I took these colors and created an outfit that was cozy and office appropriate. The peasant top is sheer and very lightweight, so adding the cocoon sweater was perfect (and emphasizes the bump, I might add!) Oh, and the heels? Don’t let them fool you. In all honesty, my feet are too swollen to fit into my Read More
