Sunshine, a kimono and…sandals!!! YAY!


So, I mixed two more challenges into today again.  Cheating?  I don’t think so… 🙂

Day 5: Change out your handbag, and Day 8; Break out an item you haven’t worn in at least six months.

I think my saving grace is that they were NOT the same thing!  But…it was sunny, so it was time to break out of the winter wear-woo hoo!!

To be honest.  I’ve never worn this kimono.  I’ve tried a few times, but it never seemed to work.  Today it did.  That said…I think I will save it for nights out, because I was constantly pulling it back over my shoulders as I was doing this and that.Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-1 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-2And OMG, SANDALS!!!  Oh, how I’ve missed you!!  It was kind of nice not caring if my toes were painted for 4 months, but I will gladly paint them (for a while haha :)) Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-3Here’s the 2nd challenge.  Swap out your handbag.  Or…in a mom’s case- big a** bag!!  If you carry a traditional diaper bag or opt for a big bag that you dump everything in, we need a big bag.  Diapers, snacks, possible change of clothes, drinks, plus our stuff?!  I love this bag from Foley & Corinna!!  I may or may not have it in 3 colors :}  I originally splurged on it as a “briefcase” when I worked in the corporate world.  Then, it became my go to carry on.  Then…diaper bag!  LOVE IT!  Hence, me hunting various colors down on eBay, because I believe they are sold out? Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-4 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-5 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-6 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-7In case you were wondering…no, she could not be any cuter.  DYING!!! Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-8 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-9 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-10“Maya, can I have a hug?”  Followed by… Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-11 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-12 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-13 Blog Winter Kate Kimono HM Tank Genetic Denim ShoeMint Eila Sandal-14LOVE HER!!!!

Other Style Challenge Days here…

Mix at least two textures into your look and…and…Focus on your jewelry

Wear a bold print.

Wear a color  you haven’t worn in a while.

Dress down your favorite LBD

Denim on denim (just linking back to a post I recently did on this one)

Test out a new tuck

Winterize your favorite summer skirt (or dress :))

Go monochrome in a bright color.

Create a look with three levels of layering.

Mix two or more prints into your outfit.

Make a neutral outfit interesting by layering and adding a pair of statement shoes.

On me…

Kimono- WinterKate (old, similar here and less expensive here)
Tank- H&M

Bag- Foley & Corinna (old, similar here)

On Maya…
Top- Cocoon (thrifted, but love this short sleeve one!)
Overalls- Old Navy (thrifted, but similar here)
Shoes- Sanmi  (thrifted, similar here)
Keeping it Real…
Sometimes the self timer goes off at the wrong time 😉 hahaBlog Keeping it Real

(all pictures taken with a self timer and tripod, except ones of Maya :))dit-elle-Lauren

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