Sometimes when there’s a trend I want to try, but I’m not sure I can pull it off…I dip my toes into it (haha) That was so cheesy, I can’t believe I wrote that, but hey…so true! Especially in this case. 😉
I‘m wearing yet another pair of DL 1961 jeans. I cannot say enough how comfortable these jeans are!
Maya’s take on color blocking…or, just stripes (whatever :)) 
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Category Archives: Fashion
Stripes…
I feel like stripes are always in style… I love black and white paired with a pop of color in the shoe.
I swear I wasn’t thinking “stripes all around”, but alas…it happened 🙂 This was at Maya’s birthday BBQ with her 4 legged brother Max.
Can’t believe she’s TWO!!
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What I wear on a photo shoot…and Happy Birthday to Maya!
So, this is exactly what I would wear on a photo shoot (ie-when I’m photographing others :)). The only addition is that I normally wear boots in the fall because I’m traipsing through fields. These jeans are super comfortable, because they have a lot of stretch yet don’t stretch out. The dark comes in handy because it doesn’t show dirt. All of these advantages translate over to day to day motherhood haha. 🙂
This particular photo shoot was very special though. The nugget turns two today!
I cannot express how much love and happiness she has brought to me the last two years. She has more joy in her little finger than most people have in their entire bodies. She makes me a better person every single day…

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Boots- Faded Glory (Thrifted, but similar here. Love these!)
The classics never go out of style…

Here’s Maya wearing a vintage dress (probably MORE than 20 years old…)

Sometimes you just want to wear black…
I used to wear a lot of black. A LOT!! Then I made a conscious effort to work color into my wardrobe, and I love color now. That said…it’s still my security blanket. When I’ve indulged a little too much over the weekend or am a little brain dead and don’t want to think about what to wear….black is the easy answer.
These Adriano Goldschmied jeans are amazing! I may have two pairs in the denim too (made one pair into capris for the summer :)). The elastic waist band is SO comfortable, and there’s no bulge when you wear long tunics. Yet the denim, really is denim-not a legging. I actually wore these when I was pregnant too. I wish they would have made them in even more washes!
Poor nugget got into a tussle with the cabinet and lost… Oh, and btw, if you follow us on Instagram, you’ll know how much I spent on this ADORABLE faux leather jacket 🙂
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Printed Denim + The “non diaper bag” diaper bag.
I am so drawn to printed denim (another fun way to mix up my denim addiction!), yet I get caught up on how to wear it. I’ve decided I’m not one of those people that can mix prints and get away with it, so I keep it pretty simple with my top choices. Over the summer I wore these with a plain white/black T or tank top. Now that it’s getting colder, I thought I’d stay with the same simple color choice.
Btw, Seattle, you are killing me with this weather!!! One minute-pouring. The next minute-sunny. All the while…WINDY. Ugh.
It hit me today that I’ve only shown the bags I carry in one post. As a mom, we all know that the diaper bag is a staple in our day to day life. I was determined NOT to get a diaper bag that looked like a “diaper bag”, and was giddy when I found this one by Nest! The best part is that it doubles as a camera bag for me, and the lining also zips out for easy cleaning/turns it into just a cool purse!


Maya’s take on the printed jeans…
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Boyfriend Jeans + Cashmere = weekend comfort outfit!
Boyfriend jeans have been a trend for a while now. I’ve tried a few pairs… They are incredibly comfortable, but I’m not a big fan of the longer rise that usually comes with them, and how they make my butt look (c’mon, that’s HUGE in jeans decisions :)). So…now I cheat and just buy up a couple of sizes on a normal pair. This is especially great when I go thrift shopping and find pairs not in my size=boyfriend jeans! That was the case with the pair I’m wearing here. This particular pair was hemmed already and about an inch too short. Was I deterred from scooping up a pair of Seven for All Mankind for less than $10? NO! Roll them, I say 😉
Ps-it’s been raining CONSTANTLY in Seattle, so…inside pick for this one. I’ll try and get more creative later.
When you go the “boyfriend” style route, it’s best to pair it with a tighter fitting top. That way you don’t look too frumpy (NOBODY WANTS THAT!) This sweater isn’t too tight, but it’s more fitted.
Then I dug this leather jacket out of the trenches. I have had this particular jacket for over 10 years! I’m such a hoarder… BUT, I find that things always come back around, and I’m SO glad I never got rid of it!
And Maya’s take on the rolled too big jeans 🙂
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Shoes- Converse (thrifted, but similar here)

Going green…
Green is my favorite color, so you will see a lot of it on here. When I found these boots at Funky Janes Consignment store for $25, I knew I had to have them! Once again, I go to purge my closet…then add to it. Oh, well. Let’s just call it recycling, which is good for the environment, right? 🙂 These are so fun, and they go perfectly with these jeans from Black Orchid! I mentioned before how comfortable these are. They truly feel like you are wearing sweats-best trait for a jean if you ask me!
I love that this top from StyleMint has little sheer panels. It was hard to capture on camera, but the side panels make this look less like a big mumu. I actually got the top in a bigger size than I normally would because they were sold out. I kind of like the slouchy tunic look…happy accident!
Sometimes if I’m wearing a big baggy top, I like to wear a long necklace to give it shape.
And…truth be told. These were the shoes I wore for most of the day 🙂 So, this outfit really can go from day, to office, to night. Just change out the shoes and remove/add jewelry! 
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Jewelry- Lariat Neclace (old and I bought it as a belt, but similar here,) bracelets Cartier and H&M (love mixing high and low end!) watch- Vintage Gucci
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Joie Peasant Blouse 3 ways… Day 3
Yesterday, I paired this Joie top with slip on oxfords and a pair of cropped pants for a more casual work outfit. Then, paired it with a belt and a fun pair of pumps for a dressier casual office outfit. The day before that was a more casual look.
Today, I wanted to show how I would wear it dressed up for a more corporate outfit.
I first put on a simple white camisole (probably don’t want your co-workers to see through your blouse!). I stock up on these for layering under just about everything! Then I tucked them into a pair of super wide low rise menswear inspired wool trousers.
My 13 yr old step son asked “What are you wearing? Those look like mens pants.” haha
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Belt- Banana Repbublic (old, but similar here). This is fun too!

Joie Peasant Blouse 3 ways… Day 2
Yesterday, I paired this Joie top with slip on oxfords and a pair of DL 1961 jeans, for a comfortable day outfit.
Today, I wanted to show how I would wear it dressed up for a more work friendly outfit.
At first, all I did was throw on a pair of cropped navy pants. It would work for the more casual work place, and the oxfords are great if you have to be on your feet (worn with these!)
Then I added a belt to make it a little more structured and threw on some fun heels!
Here’s Maya’s take on a fun colorful belt. As the weather gets colder, I’d add a little cardigan and tights! Love using summer items all year round.
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Belt- Banana Repbublic (old, but similar here).
