Happy New Year, all! January usually comes with a lot of reflection on the past year, and a lot of dreaming and hoping for the new one. How does the new year feel to you? I am ready, but plan to just take things one step, one item on a list, and/or one day at a time and do the best I can with each. … Read More
My Most Used / Worn Items of 2021
Happy New Year, all! January often comes with a lot of reflection on the year we are leaving, and a lot of dreaming and hope for the year we are entering. In the midst of resolving to set, change, and attain goals each month in 2022, I immediately thought of what areas I ‘pour’ my energy and life into: my marriage, my family/friends, my job, … Read More
Putting Together a Quick Date Night Look
Achieving a casual date night look with your closet staples can get you a pretty classic and put-together outfit. Last minute date night? No problem. Look around for your favorite pair of jeans, a white tee, and then start pulling in colors with a fun bag or clutch, and of course jewelry. The hardest decision might be if you want to wear flats or heels! … Read More
Budget Series: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Hey all! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is finally LIVE for cardholders! (It is available to non-cardholders on July 22nd.) I wanted to share what pieces I’m currently loving during the popular sale that are all under $50! Plus, at the end of this post, I am sharing what I bought! Shop my favorite #NSale clothes, jewelry, bags, and shoes under $50 by clicking any of the items below. Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorites Under $50 … Read More
Hanky Hem Dress + Life Lately
Maurices just gets me. I have been a long-time shopper at this favorite boutique since back in high school. I grew up in rural southern Minnesota, which left me shopping at Walmart, ShopKo, and even Pamida! So once Maurices popped up in our teeny tiny mall, my sisters and I were ecstatic and went ALL THE TIME. They have been my go-to for dress pants, … Read More
How to take your Booties into Summer
Part of being a budget-conscious shopper is stretching your closet staples to fit into more than one season. Booties are so great for this! These faux-suede lace-up cut-out booties are from Fashion Junkee and also come in gray and camel brown. They are SO trendy right now the way they wrap around your ankles with such fun tassel ties. Take them from fall into spring and summer with these style tips: Find an ankle … Read More
Closet Staples, Part 2
I like to treat every day as a “first impression” kind of day. When I get ready in the morning, I am looking for an outfit that has a professional appeal and is easy to wear. I have clothes in my closet I continually rely on that are budget-friendly, classic pieces you can mix and match – and that is what this series is featuring. You can read Part 1 here. Basics … Read More
Closet Staples, Part 1
As my first blog series, I thought I’d dive right into teacher style since it is near and dear to my heart! I know that when I first started student teaching, one of my biggest worries was whether or not I’d show up in something professional enough, yet still comfortable enough to stand in and walk around in throughout the day. Because, let’s be real – … Read More