Sparkles with Military

A week or two ago I stumbled upon cute Ashley from The Cream To My Coffee.

She was wearing this military vest... I totally have one of those!  I love how she wore it over her dress, totally going to have to do that, but this time I went for pants.

 

I started with my vest, then looked through my pants, hey, I haven't worn these pants yet... do you have those in your closet?  I bought them this past spring!  Hmmmm.

They have a little sparkle in them... love!

 

I think this is still an appropriate fall look, even though they are peach pants.  And the peach goes well with the olive green. 

 

 

 

I am loving this necklace this year.  I made it this spring.

 

Who could say no to sparkle shoes?  These are Banana Republic via Marshalls... score!

white shirt: vintage red via marshalls

vest: old navy

pants: target

 

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Posing... and a two-fer

I'm a photographer... really I am... I have a little biz!

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As a photographer I know the importance of posing.  Seriously it's amazing how standing a certain way makes you look 10 lbs heavier or lighter... unless you look like this, than it really doesn't matter...  actually I take that back, even stick figures can look better with the right posing!

 

 

When I'm taking pictures I tell people to adjust here and there to help them look their best, lift your chin, twist like this a little... etc.

 

My problem is when I stand in front of the camera and my children or husband is behind it... no one is telling me what adjustments I need to make! 

 

This is why I prefer to shoot in front of the mirror!  I can see what needs to change, what looks most flattering and I go with it! 

 

Last post I told you I'd show you how I wore that purple shirt... not that it was a momentous occasion.... I actually am not in love with this look... I think it's the shoes... but I am wearing my purchase... that's the point... I think!

 

 

 

 I so love this jacket!  Not so flattering pose here!

 

Here is where it gets good!  Because after looking at my photos, then doing a retake, trying to make my own posing adjustments, my daughter getting tired of camera duty, little E ready to go play with his sister... who is taking pictures... I let it all hang out! 

 

I feel more comfortable this way actually!  This is more of who I am!

My kids were rolling on the ground laughing!  They love it when I'm a goof, which is often!

 

Now for the two-fer, because I'd hate to leave you with this last image of me!!!  That is for sure a 'Thriller' moment right?

 

Just another weekday, wearing perfect fitting jeans, you know!

I love this sweater.  It is sheer-ish and is woven with some gold.  It's fab!

 

I layered a couple of necklaces... and I don't love this lip color... not to self, don't wear it!

See, sheer...

Can you see the gold too?  Love it!

 

 First look all came from +Marshalls except the necklace, which I can't remember!

Second look top, Marshalls.  jeans, LA Idol.  shoes, Burlington

 

I'm getting new hair today!  So excited!

 

What's New Review... Wine and Leopard

Good Morning!

Some info... Wednesday's I'm posting at Perspective.

I've started an Inspire Me link party.  Be sure to hop over and jump on. 

I'll be featuring looks that inspire me each week from those that link up... check it out!

 

This week it's cooling down outside... yea, time for sweaters and layers and boots oh my!

I can't believe Halloween is next week... still have some costume items to get for the kiddies... are you ready?  Do you dress up?

 

Here are some newer items to my closet.

I wore that gray guy the day after I bought it... see it HERE.

I've also worn the purple tee, I'll show that tomorrow.

Today I'm showing off this wine tee...

 

 

 The color and bits of leather are what caught my eye.

I paired this tee with my animal print pants.

I went with a boot to help keep me warm.

I rocked this cute jacket again!  I'm totally getting my $ worth on this purchase!

I ended up finding these adorable shoes while I was out that day... these both are great options... which do you like best, boot, flat or heel?

I'm totally excited about this find.  I've been looking for a little peep toe bootie

One last look...

 

top, jacket and pants: +Marshalls 

necklace: +New York & Company 

boots: +Charlotte Russe 

flats and booties: +Burlington (BOC and Rocket Dog)

 

 



Ruffles, ruffles everywhere

Never underestimate the comfort of a shirt dress and leggings.

We know I'm a stay at home mom, and when I'm home I like to be comfy... but when I go out I want to look cute.  This look has both!

 

AND it's plaid!  How are you wearing your plaid right now?

 

I think this look is better with the olive jacket.

Too many ruffles... nah, never!

A little leather belt adds some shape and it has been warm here... haven't even worn boots all that much!  I'm glad, I have plenty of cute flats that need some wear time!

 

 

shirtdress: Target

leggings: Marshalls

jacket: BJ's

shoes: Old Navy

That is One Hard Working Skirt...

Did you have a good weekend?

I was busy, not gonna lie! 

My man is finally home and I can breathe again, well, not really... I'm totally suffering from post nasal drip and I sneeze on everything and my head hurts... but I'm always busy!  Stuff just doesn't let up... good thing I like to be busy!

 

I recently wore this little getup.

It really is casual.  This skirt is way comfy, pair it with a baggy tee, and you just can't go wrong!  Comfort and style... booya!

top: Hollister (bought at Marshalls)

skirt: Old Navy 

shoes: Burlington Coat Factory 

 

 

Cute little gold-tipped ballet flats dress it up a little.

 

 

I made that necklace, yes indeed!  Those cute little lime green earrings were some Target clearance.  Love it!

 

So, I was thinking of what I wanted to wear with this skirt and I just wanted to show a couple more ideas I had...

 

Simply adding a chambray shirt, tucking the tee in, dresses this skirt up a little more.

 

You could also pair it with a little lace peplum and whala... a Sunday look!

 

Now that is a good little skirt right?  Giving you so many options! 

Do you have one in your closet?  You should!