Alright, I admit it…. I love mom jeans. And about 16 months ago I wrote a whole post about how awful and terrible and how you would never catch me in mom jeans. Well, I am eating my words.
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This September I decided to branch out a bit from my usual content. I had many requests for practical and useful styling advice and so each week throughout the month I will do a Fall Fashion Finds post. These posts are intended to inspire and provide quick and easy advice. I hope you find it helpful… and if there is something specific you want to see let me know. My goal is always to deliver meaningful and useful content.
Any fashionista knows that booties are an absolute must have this fall season. Throwing on a cute bootie can take a boring t-shirt and jeans to stylish outfit wearable for any occasion. They are the most versatile shoe and a main staple in a well equipped fall closet. While I do tend to splurge on my shoes you do not need to spend a fortune to keep your look updated and trendy. All of the booties here are under $150 and many are under $100.
Click on any product you like for shopping details- all the pictures are linked!
shop: one // two // three // four // five // six // seven // eight // nine // ten
a few tips on purchasing:
Most of these run TTS (true to size) however I have found that Sam Edelman run a bit narrow so order one size up. Also, Sorels and Sperrys only come in whole sizes so order one size up as you would normally wear a thicker sock with these types of boots, Also, most of what is linked is from Zappos and Nordstrom as both stores have great, if not free, shipping rates and shipping times. Furthermore, both offer free returns.
Bootie Breakdown:
This season I am loving the flat/low heels as I am finding it more realistic and practical for life. They are easy to throw on with denim, skirts, dresses or even shorts (f your location is summer year round). So many of the styles also incorporate perforation which adds the best detailing and change to a simple bootie.
Here are a few of my favorite flat/low heel booties
Adding a block heel bootie to your closet is a must; especially if you are a working lady! They are classic, clean, sophisticated and trendy. I love how easy they are to transition from day to night and how a block heel elevates a normal outfit to classy and elegant.
Here are my favorite block heel booties
As a mountain mama and Colorado native I tend to gravitate towards weather friendly shoes. I typically buy a new pair of boots for the winter season and this year is no different. Below are great picks for warm and dry feet all season long!
A few weather friendly bootie finds
Whether you are more casual or like to dress up, booties are perfect for you. They are essential for the mom on-the-go or the busy professional lady. I love so many of these and my shopping cart keeps getting filled up. These picks are just the tip of the iceberg so let me know if you find some you love- I get so excited about new finds!!
Let me know what you want to see next week!!!
With love,
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How would you define yourself, if asked?
What words, characteristics or even occupations do you used when asked to describe yourself? I was recently asked this question and I was immediately challenged to define myself… the thought had never really occurred to me, especially since quitting my job close to three years ago. Now, that’s a wild thing to think about… three years ago I was a special education teacher, a fairly recent newlywed, getting ready to have my first son and loving my life. Well, lets fast forward to today- how would I define myself and my life given most of those attributes would no longer describe me.
Life is made up of so much that it can be very challenging to define yourself by one thing. For example, I am a mother. But that is not all I am. I am a blogger but again that is not all I am. I am happy, I am adventurous, I am a sister, I am a red-head. But I am so much more and some of those characteristics and occupations make up such a small piece of my whole being.
Photos: Jenna Sparks Photography
shop the look: dress // heels // bag // earrings <similar>
It has felt like spring here in Colorado which means we are due for an epic snow storm but before that I could not resist this fabulous bell sleeve dress. The lace up front was what captured my attention first but I simply love the bell sleeves. Who isn’t obsessing over bell sleeves these days!? The pale blush color is fabulous for spring and paired with nude heels this bell sleeve dress really makes for the perfect date night outfit. If you are stopping by the blog for the first time this week you may think I only wear these nude heels… but that is not true. Wanted to create a really girly look and this bell sleeve dress and heels really hit the nail on the head.
This new bag- courtesy of my husband- has been peeking out a lot as the weather continues to be spring like. But… I couldn’t find the exact one to link. It was bought at Nordstrom Rack so if you love it that much head over and grab one. I have linked the same bag but in a different color and texture and I kind of love it more than mine!! Shhhh, don’t tell Brendan.
defining yourself
I have never taken the time to truly define myself, my beliefs, my values and my characteristics. But give recent events I decided to spend some time doing that and I would recommend the practice to anyone- especially those experiencing unrest or unease about their life. What I found in my reflection were deep rooted ingrained values of which almost all of my life are based up. I found myself coming back to these characteristics and attributes as opposed to my work, relationships, my location or even my past.
I am passionate.
Whether it be in my marriage, my parenting, my quest as a blogger, my search for a new sweater, my learning a hobby, my education, my beliefs.
I am forgiving.
Whether it be towards others, towards myself, towards strangers or even enemies (which I hope I don’t have too many of).
I am hopeful.
Whether it be in my friendships, my blogging journey, my daily interactions with my son, my country, my family.
I am opinionated.
Whether it be my reactions to situations, my thoughts towards life, my daily adventures to the grocery store, my beliefs, my morals, my values.
How would you define yourself?? Would you use traits, values, characteristics, professions…???
With Love,
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