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What Shoes to Wear with Cropped Wide-Leg Pants When You’re Petite?

March 22, 2024 by Katie H.

9 different shoe options to pair with cropped wide-leg pants.

There are so many fun pant styles to choose from at the moment, yet I find that so many women are holding themselves back from trying new styles because they are overthinking what type of shoes to pair with their pants. A few months back I covered what shoes to wear with straight-leg jeans, so today I want to continue that series and focus on what shoes to wear with cropped wide-leg pants.

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Filed in: Affordable Fashion, How to Wear it, Style Tips, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • 2 Comments

My New Favorite Lip Plumper: City Lips Review

March 19, 2024 by Katie H.

City lips lip plumping lip gloss.

As someone who is always open to trying new beauty products, I was excited when I had the opportunity a few months back to try out some of City Beauty’s skin and lip care products. One product in particular caught my attention; City Lip Plumping Lip Gloss. Intrigued by the claims, I decided to put it to the test and share my thoughts with you today with a City Lips Review.

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How to Build an Elevated Mom Spring Capsule Wardrobe

March 7, 2024 by Katie H.

20 Piece Mom Spring Capsule Wardrobe

I’m back with another mom-friendly capsule wardrobe! Can you believe spring is already upon us? The winter here in Michigan has been unusually mild, so it feels like spring has arrived early! That’s why I feel like it’s the perfect time to share my mom spring capsule wardrobe for 2024! I have 20 spring pieces to help elevate your everyday mom outfits this season!

For the most recent 2025 Spring Capsule Wardrobe visit here.

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Filed in: Capsule Wardrobes, Uncategorized, Wardrobe Capsules • by Katie H. • 7 Comments

What I Eat in a Week- Making Healthy Lifestyle Changes

February 21, 2024 by Katie H.

Healthy lifestyle

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A few months ago, my husband and I decided to make a few healthy lifestyle changes. We are both turning 40 this year and while I don’t feel that 40 is that old, I do feel that it’s the age when you start to realize that you aren’t getting any younger. We decided that we wanted to take control of our health, by making healthier choices. Today I want to tell you all about it and share what I eat in a week, what my exercise routine looks like, and how I’ve been able to maintain this healthy lifestyle for the last few months!

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Filed in: fitness, health, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • 2 Comments

How to Wear Coated Black Jeans All Winter

January 29, 2024 by Katie H.

6 Ways to wear coated black jeans for winter.

Last month, my coated black jeans from maurices were among the top-selling items, and it’s no wonder – these pants look absolutely adorable when paired with holiday outfits. However, I’ve noticed that many people find themselves unsure about how to wear coated black jeans with their daily wardrobe. That’s why today, I’m excited to share six different ways to effortlessly style your coated black jeans, ensuring chic and practical looks throughout the winter season!

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Filed in: Affordable Fashion, How to Wear it, Uncategorized • by Katie H. • 1 Comment

4 Mom Winter Outfit Combinations to Make Getting Dressed Easy

January 17, 2024 by Katie H.

4 Mom Winter Outfit Combinations

January is always a tough month for me when it comes to styling outfits. I always feel like cold weather and dark days make it hard for me to be creative with my style. If you are feeling the same way this time of the year, then I am here to help! Today I have 4 easy mom winter outfit combinations that you can copy to help elevate your everyday winter outfits!

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What I wore then vs. What I wore now! Does anyon What I wore then vs. What I wore now! 

Does anyone else still have a gingham button-down shirt still hanging in their closet? 👕 I still love this style! The easiest way to update this look is to switch out your jeans for a different silhouette. 

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I believe that what you wear under clothes can mak I believe that what you wear under clothes can make or break your outfit. This is why I am sharing my favorite, most comfortable undergarments! 

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Cruise theme night outfits 🛳️ Planning outfi Cruise theme night outfits 🛳️

Planning outfits for a cruises cruise can be so much fun and I can’t resist a good theme night! Each cruise is different, but these were the theme nights from my 3-night Royal Caribbean last year. 

Make sure you check your itinerary to see if your cruise has any theme nights planned! 

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#cruiseoutfit #themenightoutfits #cruisewear #resortwear #amazondresses #amazonfinds #affordablefashion #outfitideas #styletips
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! 

Happy Mother’s Day!! 💕 Today I am truly embracing this day and remembering how much I always wanted to be a mom! 

I recently came across a journal entry I wrote 10 years ago on Mother’s Day—right after my second miscarriage. I wrote that I was ready to be a mom, but I was so scared and worried about our future. I didn’t know when and if it would actually happen. 

One month later, I was pregnant with my son.

And now here I am, ten years later—tired, busy, deeply grateful, and fully embracing this season I once wanted so so bad! 

To every mom today—in the waiting, in the chaos, or missing the days that flew by—I see you. We are all in this together! 💕

And if you are looking for some mom outfit inspiration then comment OUTFITS and I will send you the shopping links to all my daily outfits from the week!! 🛍️

#mothersday #momoutfits #momstyle #momoutfitideas #outfitideas #dailyoutfits #realoutfits #wiwtw #styleover40
What I wore then vs. What I wore now! I’m upda What I wore then vs. What I wore now! 

I’m updating this outfit I styled back in 2014. I have always loved this outfit combination, so I pulled some clothes from my current wardrobe to recreate the look for 2025! 

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#outfitideas #updatingmillenialoutfits #whatiworethenvsnow #workwearoutfit #widelegjeans #chambrayshirt #navyblazer #chicstyle
What I would wear to work if I was still teaching! What I would wear to work if I was still teaching!! 👩‍🏫🍎📚

I’ve been sharing teacher-friendly workwear over the last few weeks here on Instagram. So in honor of #teacherappreciationweek I’m rounding up 4 weeks on the blog today! 

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#teacheroutfits #teacherstyle #workwearoutfits #workwearideas #affordablefashion #styletips
Looking for a cute versatile top for spring and su Looking for a cute versatile top for spring and summer? This $16 striped sweater vest from @walmart is perfect! 

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#walmartstyle #walmartfashion #budgetfashion #howtowearit #6waystostyle #outfitideasforyou
I have one month until my Caribbean cruise 🚢 va I have one month until my Caribbean cruise 🚢 vacation and I’ve been outfit planning! 

Here are some looks that I would wear while sightseeing on at the island ports! 

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#cruisevacation #cruiseoutfit #sightseeingoutfit #whattowear #outfitideas #vacationoutfits
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