Because I love me some fashion talk

Big Mama is hosting a little Fashion Fiesta today so because I love me some fashion (and hypothetical prizes), here goes.

What is my everyday mom look? Well, for starters, jeans in the winter. I've never been much of one for the yoga pant, although I do own a pair that I actually like. But I wouldn't want to give off any false impressions that I'm about to hit the gym or something.

I'm honest like that.

Really, I just feel better prepared (at least mentally) to tackle a day of dishes and poopy diapers if I'm showered, 'got my face on,' and dressed in jeans. And a cute shirt. Don't forget the cute shirt. Earrings, optional.

Here's an example of an everyday staple shirt for me (sleeves added in winter):


And no, I wouldn't wear the necklace during the day. It would get ripped off and broken to pieces. Besides, I just returned that necklace. It hung kind of funny on an actual human neck.

But I would add this necklace if we were going to leave the house for an occasion that required a little accessorizing:


I just bought that shirt pictured above last weekend (along with another pinkish-lavender one) because they were 2 for $30 at Ann Taylor Loft. It's those kind of staple pieces that I don't mind spending a little bit more on since that knit is a higher quality and will last longer in my wardrobe.

Also, the darker rinse denim seems to be where it's at these days. And it's not about the money - wear jeans that look good and you feel good in. If they're expensive, fine. But just because they're expensive doesn't mean they're lookin' good. Likewise, I've found some really great jeans for cheap (usually at Target and Old Navy).

I like to change the denim up a bit with capris in the spring and fall. And also, I do wear skirts and even shorts during the warmer months. I'm currently a fan of the city short (although it's still a bit cool for that here). And I do realize they're not for everyone.

I've been thoroughly enjoying wearing this spring jacket, which I found at Target:


And also this shirt, which I wore on our not-so romantic double date last weekend:


The fun details:


(I wore it with my dark trouser jeans and those cursed wedges.)

Now, let's talk about Sundays. We go to a church where it's still appropriate to dress up a bit (which I like). So we do pull out the fancy on a weekly basis (which I also like; keeps us civilized). Here's a current Sunday wardrobe example:


I wear it either with black pants or a knee-length, black skirt with a flared hem that I've had for a few years.

I do have a random picture of me wearing this, taken last Sunday. (I was going to crop out my head but Andy pointed out that you wouldn't be able to see the matching earrings I just happened to have, purchased over two years ago. Gotta love those fashion coincidences.)


(Please excuse my pasty white winter arms. Ahem.)

And speaking of the bling, a well-placed pair of earrings or necklace can spice up an otherwise plain and basic top. A few more of my favorites right now:



And in my opinion every gal needs a big ole pair of these fake (ahem, I meant faux) earrings:


$8 at Walgreens, of all places.

Now, I realize I haven’t really said a word about footwear. And that’s because I’ve inherited a keen shoe obsession from my mother and if I opened Pandora’s shoebox, we might be here until I am old and gray.





See what I mean?

I blame my mother.

But you know what’s funny? The shoes I wear most are the cheap flips from Target.



Go figure.

[***In the interest of full disclosure, most of those shoes are from past birthdays and Christmases or from clearance racks across America. I promise I didn't use the milk money!]

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