And just like that, the time has come for the wearing of the sequins. I absolutely don't need a reason to pull out the shiny orbs but it's comforting to know that sequins will be shining bright into the new year.
Makeover Thrift Store Blazer With Embroidered Patches
This is an extremely easy diy project. I've had this blazer in my closet forever. I never throw away blazers and jackets. I keep them because they're a closet staple. This one was too big then too small and now the fit is just right. It is rather structured for my relaxed mostly casual clo…
Thrifted Outfit // Vintage Mini + OTK Boots
I found a great vintage dress just sitting in my closet. Last year, I wore it as a top with jeans and this year I'm loving it as a dress. The dress had broken stitches everywhere and the fabric isn't the greatest. I stitched over a lot of the seams and it's stronger than ever. I feel g…
Homemade Irish Cream
I cannot deal with this cold snap. I'm hanging out indoors mainly in velour muumuu and sweats. There's nothing to see or do with my thrifted wardrobe right now. While keeping cozy inside, I've been taking a few sips of my homemade Irish Cream to keep me warm. It's delicious and cre…
How Glam Moms Do Dirty Work Without Getting Dirty
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My most hated household chore is cleaning toilets. It's a dirty job but some moms have to do it. I come prepared to put in work and still hold on t…
DIY African Print Fabric Bracelets
One of the things I constantly run into when buying jewelry is that bangle style bracelets never fit my wrists. I have tried to make it work with the ones I've collected over the years from thrift stores. It's not working. They just hang down awkwardly on my hand and get in the way. I'…
Thrifted Outfit // Oversized sweatshirt and Stonewashed Jeans
This is the outfit you wear when the rain finally arrives and plans on sticking around for awhile. Big old sweatshirts are perfect for cold, wet days. This one is a classic Hanes. I totally could have bought one new for about $7 bucks on Amazon but I was at the thrift store. It was about half the …
Perfect Casual Holiday Outfit for House Party
My fancy dress holiday parties are few and far between since I no longer work outside of the home. I'm more likely to be invited to small gatherings of family and friends. This outfit or some version of it will be in heavy rotation now until the new year. Thanks to Belk for introducing to the …
DIY African Print Duster Coat
Atlanta weather isn't quite ready for a winter coat but you do need a light layer. The kimono was super fun to make so this time I made a diy duster using some of the same steps. I used a dashiki african wax print from my stash.
The duster is similar to the kimono. The length is a bit longer. …
Thrift Store Outfit // Cropped Flares
I found cropped flares at the thrift store. Sort of. I actually found some preteen from the 70s cast off thoroughly worn trousers. There was some extra length in the hem to let them down but I chose to keep them just the way they are.
Best Black Friday Thrift Haul Ever
My black Friday thrifting was insanely fruitful this year. My thrift haul has a retail value over $1K. I visited Goodwill, Park Ave Thrift, and Uptown Cheapskate. I spent $125 but I didn't feel back about blowing the budget at all. I found a few high quality items.
Thrifted Outfit // DIY Orange Dress and Burgundy Leather
Sometimes I make stuff without adhering to any particular set of rules. I just want to sew something. This is what happened to the heathered orange knit fabric I'm wearing and how the diy chic summer maxi dress tutorial was born. I used the fabric to bang out a dress because I was in the mood t…
How To Organize Purses in Closet So You'll Actually Carry Them
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You ever wake up and decide you need a change? Every morning I go into my closet to pick my outfit for the day. I walk in. I glance at the hodge podge of p…
Thrifted Outfit // Leopard Print Jacket
It's thrift store finds like this leopard print ruffled back jacket that remind me how badly I need to clean my closet. The really great pieces are getting lost in the jumble. I let out a tiny squeal when I spotted this jacket at Savers a couple of years ago. I have only worn it a couple of ti…
How to Throw a Mom Play Date and Make Lip Balm
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Time stops when you're with friends. Make the moment more special by scheduling a moms only pla…
DIY Vintage Metal Breakfast Tray Makeover
I bought an old vintage breakfast tray at Goodwill a few years ago but never used it. The avocado green and orange color scheme didn't really appeal to me. It's been tucked away in a cabinet. A part of my daily routine is to grab coffee, snacks, my phone and incidentals and cart them up to…
4 Reasons to Love Instagram Thrift Shopping
One of my first Instagram shop purchases was this dusty rose colored 80's surplus dress. I love the tulip shape and drapiness of it. Plus, there are pockets! It had huge shoulder pads that were a tad bit too much for me so I cut those out. It did not take away from the shaping. It's still …
DIY Men's Shirt to Tunic Top
I love to wear my husband's button down shirts. They're so cozy and perfect to wrap up in. Let's not forget Rhianna rocked one with a belt and heels and turned it into a fashion statement. They're a very versatile piece. Not to mention the durable quality that seems to be a standar…
10 Stunning Ways to Style Kimono Jackets
I'm still in love with my diy kimono and glad to be getting lots of use out of it with the chilly mornings and nights we're having. It matches everything in my closet. I found some great kimono style inspiration from some of my fellow bloggers and can't wait to try them all!
Thrifted Outfit // Denim and DVF
I was excited to rock a denim on denim look with DVF ankle boots. I went outside thinking I was dressing for a crisp fall day but it turned into a sunny and warmish day. I haven't worn the Zara top since the beginning of spring. It was an impulse buy from a trip to Miami.
DIY Ugly Thrift Store Find to Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt
I bought a thrift store skirt even though it was a firm "no way girl" at the thrift store mirror. One of the advanced age thriftanistas unapologetically told me " it was unflattering to my figure ". I liked the fruit bouquet embroidered patch so I bought it anyway. It was a too b…
Thrifted Outfit // Vintage Plaid + Leather Panel Leggings
I have made peace with leggings as pants. They are comfortable. They are cozy. They are not pants but I'm ok with that. I don't normally go for thrift store leggings as they are likely thin ones in poor condition. I thrifted a pair with leather panels. Thus, giving them pant like qualities…
Why Thrift Stores Have the Best Jeans
I found my favorite pair of jeans this summer. They are the best jeans ever because they have all of my favorite details - high waist, super comfortable, and figure flattering.
It can be labor intensive to pull and try on so many pairs at one time. It's worth it though. Great jeans are hard to…
DIY Kimono Jacket
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I am truly in love with my new kimono. It's a piece that I'll be able to wear all year. I can belt it and wear it as a dress or a lightweight coat. The…
Thrifted Outfit // Kimono + Vintage Levis Jeans
Kept it simple in tank and vintage Levi's for the debut of my self made kimono. We're having some chilly mornings and nights and I needed something to give me a little bit of warmth and could also easily fold up in purse during the day. The large sleeves of a kimono also offer extra room t…
3 Easy Ways to Make A Choker Necklace
Word on the street or according to Buzzfeed, there is a 90s fashion trend revival. While I loathe most of what was on this listicle and 90s clothes in general, I do like the return of the choker necklace. In less than 30 minutes, I was able to bang out a few diy ones.
5 Reasons Why Every Mom Needs A Stretchy Skirt
I discovered the wonders of the stretchy skirt over the summer. It is a godsend garment that I think every closet needs but especially moms on the go. Getting little ones ready for school may not leave enough time to make yourself fly for the day. The stretchy skirt is an easy button.
Fresh & Flirty Secondhand Fall Fashion
My closet is still undergoing a major overhaul as I can't fit half of the things in my closet anymore. This collaboration with thredUP is right on time. I perused all of the amazing secondhand finds and narrowed my selection down to a fab shift day dress, a colorful skirt, and gold metallic pu…
5 Eco-friendly Ways to Treat Yourself
Thanks to Neutrogena® Naturals for sponsoring today's discussion on ways to provide eco-friendly treats for yourself and the earth.
To be present for your family, you have to be good to yourself. If mama isn't happy then nobody is happy. We do so much for others and oftentimes it's di…
How to Drink Coffee and Eat It Too
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When I worked outside the home, I made a daily trip to the corner coffee shop for a caramel macchiato. It was my go-to morning (and sometimes afternoon) beverage choice. Now I save t…
Thrifted Outfit | High Low Long Dashiki Tee
The heat is still blazing therefore I will continue to wear my summer clothes. Today's outfit isn't thrift store this time around. My friends went to Ghana and came back with gifts! It's a cozy soft tee with benefits. It's like a dress but not. It zip in front so it can be layered …
Refashion Thrift Store Top With Appliqué
I made an appliqué out of vintage fabric and added it to a standard issue thrift store shell top for a small and colorful change. I love bold colors. The psychedelic print of a too big vintage barkcloth muumuu captivated me so much that stored it in my fabric stash. I've weeded out a lot of my…
Instant Coffee Pros and Cons
I have coffee every morning. I take my first cup very seriously. NESCAFÉ® asked me to try Taster’s Choice® instant coffee and my initial reaction was nope. Coffee is ritual to me.
After my workout, I eat breakfast. Then I grind whole beans and make coffee in a french press. I wait a timed four min…
Thrifted Outfit // Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress
In all of my years of wandering the thrift store aisles, I've only found four thrift worthy Diane von Furstenberg dresses. The first one was a wrap dress that I scooped off of a new rack coming to the floor. I held onto for a few years then sold it on eBay. The second find was a shirtdress th…
How to Remove Frump From Thrift Store Skirt
Thrift store skirts are my weakness. The patterned skirts from the 80s and 90s are my weakness. So are skirts with pockets. I can't forget high waisted skirts either. Yes, I love those too. I had to have this one because it also had a unique envelope waist. It was ill fitting though so I made…
Thrifted Outfit // Sheer Dress + Vintage Slip
I thrifted a sheer dress in Austin for $4. I thought I could wear it as a tunic. Instead, I found this to be a great opportunity to wear a vintage Vanity Fair slip that's pretty enough to wear as a skirt.
Baubles Bustier and Mom's Jeans
The best things in life are free. These new to me jeans are from my mama's closet. My mom came for a visit and dropped all a few pairs from her hoarder like stash of denim. I've been meaning to replace the ones that no longer fit but I blew my loosey goosey thrift budget up this summer! Mo…
On The Go Cereal Muffin Breakfast For Kids
Our top back to school morning struggle is having enough time for breakfast. We've added dressing herself to Violet morning routine. That can slow down our super tight schedule. I've started making her breakfast that she can have in the car just in case we're run behind or just want to…
DIY Vintage Jumpsuit to Cropped Joggers
I thought I was out of my jumpsuit phase then a bright floral vintage 80s one appeared in my Instagram feed. In theory, jumpsuits are the bees knees. Once you've completely disrobed in the bathroom for the 10th time in a day they become quite annoying.
I decided this one was too cute to pass …
What To Wear With Polka Dots
I've managed to obtain a few polka dot pieces in my thrifting shenanigans. I like bold prints and dotted clothes are just plain fun to wear. I must admit that I've been challenged by them in the past then I remember to follow the dots. When in doubt, I can always let them be my guide for c…
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