• Home
  • About
  • Categories
    • Wardrobe Capsules
    • What I Wore
    • How To Wear It
    • Casual Work Wear
    • Mom Style
    • Travel
    • Holidays
    • Trends To Try
    • Maternity Style
    • Thrifty Tips
    • Shopping
    • Beauty
  • Shop my outfits
  • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Thrifty Wife Happy Life

Helping women love what they wear on a budget

My Thoughts as I Prepare to Become a Mom of 2

May 27, 2020 by Katie Haller

Preparing to become a mom of 2
Growing up, I always knew I wanted to get married and become a mom.  I never questioned that.  I always wanted to have two kids, a boy, and a girl.  I guess you can say that I’m getting everything I always wanted.  As my due date approaches and I get closer and closer to becoming a mom of 2 I’m having all kinds of emotions about it.  I’m so excited because I can’t believe I’m going to have a baby in my arms soon, but I’m also nervous and scared about adding on another child to our family.Read more

Filed in: Uncategorized • by Katie Haller • 2 Comments

35 Week Baby Bump Update

May 18, 2020 by Katie Haller

35 Week Baby Bump Update
Unless I get an unexpected boost of energy between now and the time the baby is born, this is probably going to be my last baby bump update post.  It’s hard to believe, but super exciting at the same time. Even though it seems like I still have some time before this baby arrives, I know that 4 weeks are going to fly by.  I still have so many things to do and absolutely no motivation to get it all done.  Even though this pregnancy has been much different than I ever could have expected, I’m still trying to make the most of it and soak it all in.  It’s getting much harder though as the weeks go by.  I am just so excited to meet my little girl and I can’t wait to hold her in my arms.Read more

Filed in: Baby, Maternity Style, Motherhood • by Katie Haller • 1 Comment

KeaBabies Original Diaper Backpack Review

May 8, 2020 by Katie Haller

KeaBabies diaper backpack review
I guess you can say I’ve become quite the connoisseur of diaper bags over the last 4 years and the funny thing is I rarely used them when Jack was a baby.  I’ve tried out all sorts of bags, but I always ended up just throwing everything into one of my big purses.  The problem with that is it made it really hard for me to find everything I needed.  It also created a big mess in my purse with burp cloths, bottles, and all the other random things that ended up in there. Read more

Filed in: Baby, Baby on a Budget, Mom Style, Motherhood • by Katie Haller • Leave a Comment

How to Style a Simple Black Fitted Maternity Dress

May 6, 2020 by Katie Haller

How to style a simple black fitted maternity dress

Here I am in the last trimester of my second pregnancy.  I’d like to say that I learned a little more about the basics of maternity style this time around.  I learned what I like and what I don’t like when it comes to maternity clothes.  I will say that my last pregnancy was a little more fun to dress for.  I had fun finding new ways to dress my bump and be creative with my non-maternity clothes.  This pregnancy, I’ve tried to stick more to comfort over creativity.

*This post contains affiliate links which means by clicking on and/or making a purchase through a link I will earn a commission for this blog.  Thank you for your support!

Read more

Filed in: Building a Maternity Wardrobe on a Budget, Maternity Style • by Katie Haller • Leave a Comment

Fitted Maternity Dress- An Easy Outfit for Your Third Trimester

April 20, 2020 by Katie Haller

Fitted maternity dress
Being quarantined at home was not the way I had expected to spend my third trimester.  I have been looking forward to spring my entire pregnancy because I knew once it warmed up I’d be able to wear dresses.  Dresses are really one of the most comfortable things to wear when you are pregnant.  After wearing leggings almost non-stop my entire pregnancy, I’m sick of them.  I’m ready to pull out all my favorite dresses, that I can still fit into of course.  Being stuck at home isn’t going to stop me from dressing cute this spring. 

*This post contains affiliate links, which means by clicking on and/or making a purchase through a link I will earn a small commission for this blog. Thank you for your support!
One style of dress that I am a huge fan of while pregnant is a fitted dress.  I love being able to show off my baby bump.  I don’t know about you, but I feel that pregnancy is really the only time in your life that you can really accentuate your mid-section and be proud of your belly.  No need to try to suck in.  You might as well take advantage of it while you can. 
Once you hit your 3rd trimester, it’s nice to have one or two fitted maternity dresses.  I have been able to get away with wearing most of my non-maternity dresses that are bump-friendly, but when it comes to my fitted dresses, it’s nice to have extra stretchy material in a maternity dress. 
Today’s look is all about showing off my growing bump.  This cute fitted maternity dress (HERE) was gifted to me from Sexy Mama Maternity.  I love how it shows off all my baby curves.  The little tie on the side really helps to show off my growing baby bump.  It’s also super comfortable, so it works just fine for hanging out around the house.  

Fitted maternity dress for 3rd trimester

Fitted maternity dress for 3rd trimester

Fitted maternity dress for 3rd trimester

Fitted maternity dress for 3rd trimester

Katie🤍

Shop the post!

Pin the post!!

Fitted Maternity Dress- An Easy Outfit for Your 3rd Trimester

Filed in: Maternity Style • by Katie Haller • Leave a Comment

The Ultimate Spring Maternity Wardrobe

April 8, 2020 by Katie Haller

The Ultimate Spring Maternity Wardrobe
Having a baby due on the summer solstice means that each one of my trimesters has been through an entire season.  My first trimester was during the fall, the second was winter and now for my final season, I will be going through the spring.  I’m actually really excited that my third trimester is during the spring.  It’s not too hot, I can wear almost anything and I can’t wait to wear dresses and sandals!!
 
*This post contains affiliate links, which means by clicking on and/or making a purchase through a link I will earn a commission for this blog.  Thank you for your support!
Read more

Filed in: Maternity Style, Spring Fashion • by Katie Haller • Leave a Comment

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • …
  • 92
  • Next Page »
Thrifty Wife Happy Life Profile picture

Hi I'm Katie! Welcome to my blog! I am on a mission to help women build a wardrobe that they love without spending a lot of money doing it. I believe that everyone has the right to feel good in their outfit, no matter what your budget is! I am excited to have you here!
About me

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Follow me

Amazon favorites

Search

Archives

Disclosure

This blog contains affiliate links, which means by clicking on and/or making a purchase through a link I earn a small commission.  For more information click HERE!  Thank you for your support!

Follow

@thriftywifehappylife

thriftywifehappylife

Affordable everyday petite (5’1) mom style
A mix of affordable retailers + thrifted fashion
👨‍✈️Wife + Mom of 2 💙💗
💌 katie@thriftywifehappyllfe.com

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! 

🛍️Comment LINK and I will send you the shopping link to this post! 🔗https://liketk.it/5dB8f

#whattowear #styleover40 #momstyles #momstyleblogger #momshelpingmoms #amazonfinds #straplessbra
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! 

🛍️Comment THEME NIGHT and I will send you the shopping link to this post! 🔗https://liketk.it/5dzC7

#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! 

🛍️Comment LINK and I will send you the shopping details to the updated look! 🔗https://liketk.it/5de55

#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! 

🛍️ Comment TEACHER and I will send you the link to my blog post and the shopping link to this post!! 

🔗https://thriftywifehappyllfe.com/2025/05/what-i-would-wear-4-weeks-of-spring-teacher-outfits/

#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! 

🛍️Comment VEST and I will send you the shopping links to this post! 🔗https://liketk.it/5d6b3

#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! 

🛍️Comment CRUISE OUTFITS and I will send you the shopping links to this post! 🔗https://liketk.it/5d2E8

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

Which day is your favorite? 

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

#outfits #dailyoutfits #dailyoutfitinspo #momstyleinspo #momoutfits #momootd
Follow on Instagram

Copyright © 2025 · Thrifty Wife Happy Life