Decisions. They are what make up our each and every day.
Some are voluntary and conscious.
Some are involuntary and routine.
Some are easy.
Some are hard.
The problem I am having is the decisions that should be involuntary and easy are all of a sudden really hard and take a lot of conscious thought. And the opposite is true. Decisions I used to spend a lot of time on and required a bit more voluntary action have become routine and easy.
For example- I used to wake right up, never hit the snooze button and was ready to start my day- wide eyed and excited. Now, I snooze for like 35 minutes sometimes, find any excuse to stay in bed and then drag myself into the kitchen to start my day…. so what has changed?? I still sleep the same number of hours, I still sleep as soundly as I did and I still follow all the same bed time routines… honestly, it is a puzzle.
But the problem is not just getting up. There has been a switch across my whole life. I thrive at making huge life decisions and am challenged at making daily decisions. Oh, gheez!
Photos: Zoe Griffin Photo
SHOP THE LOOK: DENIM // SWEATER // BOOTS // NECKLACE <SIMILAR> // BAG
Friends! Run run run to get this sweater. It is the best sweater I have bought or styled this whole season- honestly. I love the fit, the color (it comes in many other options) and the material. It is perfect for under a light jacket as it is super warm. It is easily worn with a longer layering tee underneath and leggings or with denim as seen here. These boots are becoming a favorite as I wear them more and I am loving them with skirts! These are my ever popular J.Crew toothpick jeans and as you can see I wear them all time The dark color makes them perfect for daytime or evening. This exact necklace is a few seasons old but J.Crew always has the best statement pieces so I have linked several others <here> <here> <here>. The bag was a Christmas present and I am simply in love with it- perfect color for winter and will transition so well into spring/summer. A nice bag can really take an outfit up a few notches- this baby sure makes me feel sophisticated!
These photos were taken in Clapham Common which is at the end of my street- I literally walk down this path almost everyday. I was so lucky to have my photographer make the journey to South London for this shoot- these photos will be the prefect reminder of just how beautiful my neighborhood was! But you can be rest assured it took me many many days o decide exactly where I would shoot.
D E C I S I O N S— T H E B R E A K D O W N
Let’s start with life decisions… like moving; we made the decision and then we continued on with life. Decision over. Decision done.
Let’s talk about my breakfast decisions…. do I want coffee or tea? Coffee, so I made coffee and then wanted tea. Cereal or eggs, well cereal is easier but eggs are better for you- but eggs I have to wash the pan after, cereal is just one bowl…. so I had toast.
My life just runs this way and I am starting to wonder what is wrong with me?!? Ha. I think maybe I am so worn out from making such challenging large impact decisions that I use up my ‘decision making quota’. And so I have toast. Either way I am working on being better at determining the appropriate amount of thoughts and effort of decisions… should I spent 45 minutes deciding whether to wear burgundy or wine colored lip stick? Should I spend 3 to 4 days deciding whether to get extra soft tissues or just regular soft tissues? I guess I will get back to you when I decided… or do not decide… Just don’t hold your breath waiting!
With Love,
16 Comments
Jen
I love that sweater! I really love how you tucked it in the front, paired it with a beautiful statement necklace and those over the knee boots! So perfect for a day to night look!
January 16, 2017 at 4:39 pmpishtoposh
Thanks Jen- I am such a fan of the half front tuck– my husband gets really annoyed with me!! I just think it helps the top to lay better!!
January 16, 2017 at 6:46 pmA
Kathleen
Love this outfit babe and love following you on Insta!!
January 16, 2017 at 5:08 pmpishtoposh
Thanks Kathleen- so sweet!!1
January 16, 2017 at 6:47 pmA
Layne Fable
Stunning photos!! Absolutely love the neutral bag + shoes with this gorgeous color sweater ! xx
January 16, 2017 at 5:28 pmpishtoposh
WOW thanks Layne! I was so thrilled to be able to shoot in my neighborhood- the commons (park) is so beautiful!!!
January 16, 2017 at 6:47 pmA
Deepti
Haha, I enjoyed reading this post. I go through a similar dilemma so many times! On a side note, I am loving your outfit! Great picks!
Deepti xx | http://www.mademoisellemeetsmaquillageandmacaroons.com
January 16, 2017 at 8:02 pmpishtoposh
Ha!! Right, the struggle is real!!
January 19, 2017 at 9:00 amTiffani at Breton Bay
I was laughing and shaking my head (at you and myself!) so hard reading the decisions you have going through your head each day. First, the struggle is real w the snooze button…like REALLY real! Secondly, I go through all of these ‘minor’ decisions so many times a day and then get mad at myself at the end of the day for wasting so much energy on such mundane things. One can never win. But, about a v-neck…I am slowly starting to embrace them. I am ALWAYS cold, so in the winter, having that bit of skin exposed (even inside) seems to make me a bit more colder. But, it does give the perfect opportunity to show off that great bling!!
January 16, 2017 at 8:34 pmpishtoposh
Tiffani- I used to think the same about v-necks and I love to be cozy and warm!! This beauty is so warm it compensates for that extra skin exposure!!! Hope you have a great week.
January 19, 2017 at 9:01 amA
Liz
You look amazing! I love that bag! Happy Monday!
Liz
January 17, 2017 at 5:19 amhttp://Www.lizzieinlace.com
pishtoposh
Thanks Liz! Have a great week.
January 19, 2017 at 9:01 amA
Mary Kate
The sweater looks gorgeous on you! I love how you styled it so effortlessly.
January 17, 2017 at 7:07 ampishtoposh
WOW, thanks, Mary Kate- such a sweet compliment!!
January 19, 2017 at 9:01 amA
Steph
Love this sweater! I have it in the creme color, it’s so comfy!
xO, Steph
January 17, 2017 at 3:12 pmhttp://www.UrbanBlonde.com
pishtoposh
Steph- I totally struggled on which color and looked at the white one several times!! HA.
January 19, 2017 at 9:02 amA