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Oversized Knits (w/fun details) + Moto Boots

I love the mix of this top that is somewhat feminine in it’s color and details, with the grungy gray skinnies and old moto boots. I had to run around all morning (Maya had gymnastics, followed immediately by school), then raced home to get caught up on work. The shower never happened, but I was beyond comfy! I had finished up some work with about 20 minutes to spare before I had to pick Maya up. I ran down and took some pictures really quick, because we had a random break in the monsoon rain we’ve had lately! I had hopes of bringing Maya back after school, but she was pretty beat…so we just chilled at home instead. Blog Free People Pointelle Ballet Neck Pullover Genetic Denim Mayhem Fiorentini Baker 7040 Boot-1 On me…

Sweater- Free People “Pointelle Ballet” (eBay, sold out)

Tank- H by Bourdeaux (Nordtrom Rack, sold out)

Jeans- Golsdign “Mayhem” (Ebay, similar here and here)

Boots- Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Boot (purchased via an Instagram acct)

Keeping it Real…

I really wanted to show the movement of this sweeater and capture the super cool deep side slits. That didn’t happen haha. Two cars pulled up just as I was doing this, and I decided to just call it a day after one failed attempt! 😉 Blog Outtake

(all pictures taken with a self timer/shutter release and tripod, except ones of Maya :))

Layering a Leather Jacket + Coated Denim

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I don’t know if I have the nerve for leather on leather, but leather with coated denim-sure! Especially when the edginess is broken up with super soft cashmere and a denim shirt. Not that I’m shy about going more edgy! I actually feel more comfortable going that route than preppy, so this was my way of mixing in a little preppiness and still feeling like me. I’m sure some people might wonder where the preppiness is, but for me…a button up denim shirt that’s not a “jacket” with a cashmere scarf = preppy. It’s about as far as I can go in my comfort zone. Preppy is one of those styles I LOVE to look at, but don’t feel comfortable wearing. I’m sure we ALL can relate (in one form of fashion!) Maybe it’s all my years in corporate banking that I never really felt comfortable in…hmmm…

I took these really quick one day while Maya was in school, so another “just me” post, which feels so weird. Blog Doma Leather J Crew Gap DL1961 River Checkered Vans-1 I took these before I had discovered my shutter release and was trying to capture a walking shot with the self timer. It didn’t go as planned 😉 I had this thought that if I actually did my hair and Maya wasn’t with me, I might try and take a “head shot” for myself.

Nope, this won’t be it. But…it’s filler, since I only took a handful of shots haha. 🙂 Blog Doma Leather J Crew Gap DL1961 River Checkered Vans-4

On me…

Jacket- Doma” (old similar here)

Scarf- J Crew (old, similar here)

Top- Gap (thrifted, similar here)

Jeans- DL1961 River in Atlanta (ebay similar here)

Shoes- Vans (thrifted)

Keeping it Real…

I took these in approximately 3 minutes and 46 seconds. Ok, not so approximately haha 😉

It was cold, and I felt like a total nerd by myself, so…GET IT DONE (love looking back on my camera’s time stamp)!

But, totally a keeping it real for people that think it takes a ton of time to do this. YES, it does if you don’t have a process or want a LOT of variety, BUT…it can be done quickly. If you are alone. Throw a child into the mix, and anything goes… 😉

(all pictures taken with a self timer and tripod :))

Coated Moto Skinny Pants…day to night.

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I knew I was going out later this night, but really didn’t want to have to think about a separate outfit. So…I picked something that I could dress down for preschool drop off, work, pick up, and then play…then easily transition into a Mama’s night out!

Coated denim is one of my favorite things to wear in the fall/winter. Super fun and easy to clean-WIN! And it can easily be dressed up or down. Denim jackets are my favorite “make just about anything easy and casual” item of clothing.

I love the fun little slit in this tee. And the moto detailing on these pants!! It was hard to capture it on camera, but both by the pockets and at the bottom of the pants are super cool stitching. Then…had a little fun in photoshop with this one 🙂 It’s amazing what a difference a change in shoes can make!Add a leather jacket, and you’re ready to go out!I took these pictures on a bike trail that is right next to a pretty busy street. Yeah…I got a lot of looks. One biker even offered to stop and take some pics for me haha. No…I don’t feel like a complete nerd at all with my tripod and self timer-ugh ;}

And seriously, the weather in Seattle is so wonky. I took the shot above and the one below less than a minute apart. It went from totally overcast to SUNNY.After I picked Maya up from school, we walked over to my parents house. It was my mom’s birthday, so we wanted to bring her some treats (a few Pumpkin Balls that I posted on Wednesday!)My dad took these next two 🙂 On me…

Jacket- Levi’s (thrifted, similar here) Leather- Doma” (similar here)

Top- Free People “Madness” Striped Muscle Tank (Nordstrom Rack)

Jeans- DL1961 River in Atlanta (similar here)

Shoes and Boots- Vans (thrifted) Kimchi Blue (thrifted, similar here)

On Maya…

Dress- Hanna Andersson Velour Twirl Dress (thrifted, but similar here)

Leggings- Hanna Andersson (thrifted, but similar here)

Boots- Kamik Stomp Rain Boots (thrifted, but similar here)

Keeping it Real…

I don’t always make it back in time before the self timer goes off haha.

And….she was done with the picture taking 🙂

(all pictures taken with a self timer and tripod, except the flying one with me and Maya and ones of Maya :))

Coated + Colored Denim…

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I had about 10 minutes before I had to leave for a shoot this past weekend, so we ran outside for few quick pics.

I’ve mentioned before my love of coated denim. I scored these purple ones off eBay and I’m in LOVE!! One of the many great things about them is that muddy little footprints wipe right off! Teaching her the blogger pose hahaha. 🙂 “Look Mommy, I’m like a backpack!” 🙂 My father in law stopped by to pick something up “Hi Papa!! HIIIIII!!”Sometimes I capture a look that is so her. This is one of them. I could just eat her up!I said “Maya! You stay on that curb til I come get you!!”Um…On me…

Sweater- Sweet Romeo (from Nordstrom Rack, similar here)

Scarf- Thrifted, similar here.

Jeans- Helmut Lang High Gloss Cropped Skinny Jeans in Violet sold out, similar here.

Shoes- Converse (thrifted, similar here)

On Maya…

Jacket- Osh Kosh (thrifted, but similar here)

Top-Mini Boden (thrifted, but similar here)

Jeans- 7FAM (ebay but similar here)

Shoes- Converse (thrifted)

Keeping it Real…

I’ve been slammed with work, and have had some stuff going on in my personal life. All that to say, I’ve been a tad overwhelmed. Once again, this blog has been a nice creative escape and a reminder to get out and have fun with the Peanut. So, thanks again for reading and following along 🙂

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

Plaid and Coated Flares…fall in Seattle ;)

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So, I’m on a roll with wearing things that I’ve been “saving”. These coated flares have been folded up in my closet just waiting to be worn, and I finally stopped waiting for the right occasion. Because playing on a pier overlooking Seattle seemed like the perfect occasion 🙂 These bubbles were totally faulty!! Poor thing. I even tried and got maybe 2 bubbles at a time 😦 That didn’t stop her though haha. She got ONE! Ok, screw bubbles. This pole is totally fun to spin around… 🙂 Her Gigi would be proud. We are getting our miles out of these boots she got Maya for her birthday!! On me…

Jacket- Gap (seriously, probably 15+ years old?? Similar here)

Top- Vintage “Panhandle Slim” haha (thrifted, but similar here)

Jeans- J Brand Martini Coated Flare ($20!! from Twice, similar here)

Shoes- Sam Edelman (thrifted, similar lower heel here)

Bag- Gustto (ebay, similar here)

On Maya…

Vest- Old Navy (thrifted, but similar on sale here)

Dress- Old Navy (thrifted, but similar here)

Leggings- Carters (similar here)

Boots- Corral Kid’s Turquoise Full Stitch Square Toe Boot

Keeping it Real…

I rarely wear heels anymore. I used to wear them all day long in my previous corporate life, although I sat for most of the day… These Sam Edelman wedges are actually super comfy when you first put them on. Two hours later, chasing Maya, running on rocky beaches…I practically threw them off the minute we walked through the door! So…back to flats/boots for me 🙂

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