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  • Everyday Fashion

    Dress Like a Mom with Evereve

    Guilty as charged!

    I #dresslikeamom.  I am a mom.  And I love being a mom and getting to dress like a mom- especially with EVEREVE.

    Now, lets address that frumpy disheveled image you have in your mind of moms; lets address the image of baggy sweatpants, ripped and stained t-shirts and worn out sneakers; lets address the image  of puffy eyes, messy hair and no jewelry….

    NOW GET RID OF ALL OF THAT.  GET RID OF THOSE IMAGES.  GET RID OF THAT STEREOTYPE.

    Instead lets focus on the fact that dressing like a mom is fun, flirty, casual, sleek, easy, fashionable, comfortable, stylish and accessible. You deserve all of this and more.  You deserve to show off your style, to dominate your life and to express yourself.  Too often, as mothers, we take care of every one else above ourselves, we ensure our children and spouse are looking great yet we fail to spend the time for ourselves.  WHY????  I have heard all the excuses and I call your BS…

    I mean I get it, I am a mom.  Some days it takes all of my energy to put on sweatpants so by no means am I saying never wear sweatpants (but let’s make them cute ones!)… #beserious.  And by no means I am saying that everyday you should be full faced made-up and perfectly styled…. #beserious.  BUT I am saying you deserve to look fabulous and you deserve to feel fabulous.  Personally, on the days I get up and get dressed (even in jeans and a basic tee) I tend to accomplish a lot more, I feel better about my life and I am all around happier.  Dressing like a mom has taken on a new concept in my house.  It means I am ready to face the day, I am excited about life and I am happy to be a mom- so I want to dress like one.

    Photos: Jenna Sparks Photography 

    **This look is sponsored by Evereve and if you purchase something I may make a small commission. 

    shop the look: Top // Distressed Denim // Booties // Bag <similar>

    Before I talk about these fabulous finds from EVEREVE I want to share with you a little about this amazing service they offer.  A few of the reasons moms/women give for not having nice clothes are they have no time to shop, they don’t know how to style outfits or they don’t want to try things on in dressing rooms (nether do I ladies, dressing rooms and I are not friends).  Enter Trendsend!! It is exactly as the name entails- you can the latest TRENDS SENT to your door.  You sign up (no payment necessary), fill out a style inventory, a stylist pulls 6-8 pieces for you and then the clothes arrive at your door!  You get to try them on at home and decide what works and what doesn’t… if you love it keep it (and they charge your card)… if you hate it send it back with free shipping (no charge to your card).  It’s that easy!

    In case you can not tell I am obsessed with distressed denim. Like obsessed.  Furthermore, I am loving Blank NYC this season and these distressed denim from EVEREVE are no exception.  These jeans are great quality but run large so order a size down.  This top… THIS TOP!! It has fall written all over it  The colors, the material, the neckline and the fit are perfect for any busy mom.  This baby will go with denim, shorts, white denim, skirts and even dress pants!  With pieces like these and the rest of their fall line up you can easily style and create the perfect mom look!!!

    Over on Instastories I have been sharing some of my favorite fall looks from Evereve. and you don’t want to miss out on them!  So I have linked them below- happy shopping mama! Also, this weekend I will be at Evereve Park Meadows, here in Denver, to help style you and share all my favorites. We will have snacks, sips and 15% off your purchase… come stop by between 1:00-4:00pm! We can give you updates on the Broncos so you won’t miss the a thing!

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    Being a mom does not have to mean a demotion to your style or your closet.  Being a mom means you get to embrace your body, love your life and show off your style.  You deserve this mama.  Be proud of you mom status and treat yourself to stylish clothes that show the world you embrace your life… not that you gave up.  Being a mom is the best job in the world and you deserve a crown… now let’s make sure you outfits match your crown!

    With Love,

     

     

     

     

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  • Everyday Fashion

    Fall Fashion Finds: Layering Essentials

     

    Welcome back to another post on Fall Fashion Finds!

    I truly hope you are finding these posts helpful, inspirational and applicable.

    Despite the crazy warm weather here in Denver I am confident fall temperatures are just around the corner.  So, let ‘s chat about transitioning our summer wardrobe into fall and creating the perfect layered look. Below  are three easy to create looks and three easy tps for putting together the perfect layered look.

    I am a HUGE fan of layering.  I learned a lot about layering while living in London as the weather would be range from sun to wind to rain in a matter of minutes.  Not only is it very practical but it is also my favorite look in terms of styling. I love adding different elements to one outfit to create dimension and character.  A simple cardigan or a fun print can really help bring a simple summer look into a trendy fall fashion.  Plus, the ability to peel or add layers as the weather changes around you is key for any busy women.

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    Look 1: white tee // cozy cardigan // distressed denim 
    Look 2: stripped dress // long cardigan // booties 
    look 3: plaid shirt // utility vest // white denim
     

    Creating a fun easy fall layered look can be accomplished effortlessly.  Bringing in some of your summer favorites ( dresses and white denim) and adding a few fall trends (cardigans and booties).  This time of year calls for layering with the cooler mornings and evenings yet the heat of the mid-day.  Below are a few easy tricks and tips!

    1. denim + tee’s

    To start there are a few staples that are essential in creating the perfect fall layered look.  This year distressed denim is an absolute must and I could not be happier about it.  I love how easy distressed denim is to wear and how comfortable it is; seriously denim has come a long way from the stiff cardboard feeling of the olden days.  Another essential element are basic tee’s- both long and short sleeve.  It is so easy to create a layered look when you start with a basic tee.  I am obsessed with white and gray but if you prefer more color that also works!!! These two base pieces are essential in creating the prefect fall layered look.

    2. add a cardigan

    I L O V E a good cardigan.  The chunkier the better- like <here> in this Instagram post.  A classic gray cardigan can bring any summer outfit into fall with minimal effort.  Adding a hooded chunky cardigan to a simple jeans and t-shirt look elevates it from casual to trendy.  When wearing a dress I tend to choose a longer cardigan to create a slimmer looking outfit.  When pairing a cardigan with denim any length works- your option are endless!! Think of a cardigan as classier sweatshirt… so instead of throwing on a hoodie add a hooded cardigan!!  I tend to gravitate towards plain cardigans (think camel, gray, dark gray) but encourage you to embrace design and  style if you prefer something more dynamic.

    3. Use Pattern

    If plaid doesn’t scream FALL then I am not sure what does?!? While plaid can be worn year round there is something very fallish about a plaid button down.  Paired with a cardigan or utility vest creates a polished outfit perfect for a day at the office or pumpkin patch outing with the family.  Not only can you use pattern on your shirt but do not be afraid to add pattern with a bag or clutch.  If you are super confident go ahead and rock some floral flats or patterned booties!!!  Seriously, adding any fun pattern or color can bring an outfit from bland to bam!!!

     

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    Believe me when I say layering creates the perfect look for fall.  Classic, clean and cozy all in one day’s outfit. After two of these types of posts I want to make sure you are finding them helpful- my hope is that you are inspired to try these looks, grab a few pieces to compliment your current closet and/or pick up a few tips.  While they are a labor of love to create I am loving this new challenge of finding new looks and sharing them with you.  Let me know what you want to see in the coming weeks- I have a few ideas but am open to anything you want to see!!

    With Love,

     

     

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  • Everyday Fashion

    Self Care: Graphic Tanks + Joggers

    Graphic Tanks + Joggers

    The most trendy buzz word in my “mama” circle is?????

    SELF CARE. 

    Recentlyish I was asked what I do for self-care.  How I ensure my needs are met.  And well…. I didn’t have an answer.  I stood there speechless.

    Fast forward several weeks.  Declan is in school and Brendan is traveling so I have a lot of time to think about myself.  I have a lot of time to focus on myself.  And it feels super unnatural and awkward. There is such a taboo about making yourself the focus of your own life, especially as a mother.  BUT why???  Everyone knows that if mama isn’t happy no one is happy but no one is comfortable with making mama the focus.  After I was asked how I take care of myself I spent a great deal of time thinking about what makes ME happy, what make ME feel complete and how do I make ME the center of my own attention.  A lot of women exercise, a lot of women spend a day at the spa, a lot of women do happy hours and believe me I try to do all of those but I need something different.

    I need ME time.  I need alone time.  It took me years to realize that I need alone time.  For reflection, for thought, for planning, for decompressing, for comfort, for SELF-CARE. I used to be scared to be alone with my thoughts and I was always seeking distractions. I was constantly seeking “noise” in my life to avoid the “noise” in my own head.  Being comfortable and alone with my thoughts was scary… Its like I was scared to think for myself.  If I listened to my mind I would have to change my life, if I listened to my brain I would have to change my heart and that scared me.  It scared me enough that I avoided it and created other things to think about.  I, essentially, created drama in my life to avoid dealing with my own life.  Talk about the opposite of self-care.  In fact, it made it impossible to engage in worthwhile, effective self-care because it was easier.

    Being alone and giving myself the time to address my thoughts is HARD.  It is harder than ignoring it.  Addressing and unpacking those thoughts is uncomfortable and sometimes it is yucky.  It’s a big mess up in my brain, it’s an emotional dumping ground, it’s a hodge podge of missed opportunities, regrets, celebrations and fears.  Over the last several years I have worked really hard at becoming comfortable with my thoughts, with learning to silence the outside “noise” to focus on the inside, with being alone.  It is challenging and sometimes downright impossible but in an effort to focus on self-care it is time I go back to listening to myself.  For some reason, I have slipped back into avoiding myself and of creating outside “noise” loud enough to drown out the inside “noise”

    While we lived in London and the year prior to that I had done a great job of focusing on my own thoughts, of learning to love being alone with my mind and to embrace the chaos of my own life.  Some might say I had no other choice given I was across the world but it was as much that as it was the internal feeling of knowing something needed to change.  I was ready to feel differently.  And I am again, ready to feel differently.

    Photos: Jenna Sparks Photography 

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    get the look: Joggers <similar> // Graphic Tank (old) <similar> // wedges // tote // watch // sunnies 

    Who doesn’t love this jogger trend??!?!? It is like wearing fancy sweatpants out of the house and I am obsessed.  I think these are my third or fourth pair!  I love to dress them up (like in this look) with a fun tee, wedges or heels and some fancy fun jewelry.  But I am not afraid to throw them on with a tee, flip flops and cardigan (perfect for school drop off).  This graphic tank is old but this trend is still hot!!  You can find ones with just anything on them… I have linked a few of my other favorites <here> <here> and <here> .  Again such a versatile piece to have in your closet- throw it on with joggers or distressed denim for a super cute trendy look.

    I, personally, tend to gravitate towards simple accessories.  I almost exclusively wear stud earrings (especially in my everyday life) and stick to the same four-six bracelets.  My style is pretty classic and easy.  Below I have linked my favorite stud earrings and bracelets- most of which you can find me any day of the week.

    taking care

    Self-care comes in many forms and is different for each person.  Self-care is not just about getting away from you children, or your job or your spouse… it is about embracing yourself.  It is about making yourself and your happiness a priority. Whatever form your self-care takes on I challenge you to remain authentic, real and transparent with your journey.  Embracing my feelings, my wandering mind and noisy thoughts is how I practice self-care.  Being alone and making the time to decompress, relax and reflect is how I practice self-care.  Recognizing and accepting myself as important is how I practice self-care.

    How do you do it???

    With Love,

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