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The Winter Boot Roundup

Hey Girls! We had our first snow over the weekend– I think we all are under kinda mixed feelings about it. LOL– I really don’t mind the cold, wasn’t always that way, but as I have gotten older I can appreciate it a bit more! The weather had me reaching for my boots this weekend, and it had me thinking you girls might be doing the same.

I wanted to round up some trending and favorite style boots if you are in the market for something a little more than a sneaker– though I love my sneakers!

Theres quite a few options out there whether you are looking for strictly trend or fashion or function. I tend to go right in the middle. You know by now in my own personal shoe collection I do not mess around with comfort or function. I am willing to pay a bit more in order to 1. protect my feet 2. no slip and fall on my arse in the winter. Ohio winters are no joke, they are surprising , wet and disgusting at times.

My first suggestion and most recent FAQ– is what boot do I buy if I get just one? Assuming you live in the same climate as me, I would only make a suggestion for a boot that will stand up against the weather, look good with ZERO maintenance required and you can wear with all kinds of outfits. Which is a Sorel Wedge Boot-– They are not cheap, but cost per wear on those shoes are going to be so LOW when you buy one and wear them for the next 4 seasons. I still wear my first pair, which I bought 4 years ago and they look great still! They are the kind of boot where you can wear them ( as seen below) styled with all the outfits for winter and you will remain not just comfortable but your feet will be dry! They truly are a quality boot– so if you are buying just one pair, these are going to do it all for you!

Personally I am more fond of the lace up style, I found myself reaching for those the most- I can wear those in most situations from leggings to denim!

A few similar options for this same look are below:

Combat/Hiker Boot: We are definitely not here to talk about one pair of boots! Lots of styles and price ranges we can be chatting about! Others that I am loving are a little hiker boot with a small bit cozy to it. The pair I am wearing here are actually dupes for a much more expensive style–– I cannot believe the price! Not all “inspired” boots have nearly an exact look, these do! I scooped them up as soon as I could! They are great to also pair with

A few more similar style options are linked below!

Over the Knee Boot: Another style that I LOVE and wear a lot for a little more of a dressy look– I love the Over the Knee (OTK) boot! The designer style made by Stuart Weitzman is INREDIBLE- I bought my first pair about 5 years ago, they look AMAZING still and makes your legs look a mile long! Gives a super Sleek and upscale look to any outfit. I have also purchased a couple styles to try out that are a little less expensive, just to get the suede black OTK look, and they are also great! True Designer Option linked below:

Wearing OTK boots are a great way to dress up a simple sweater and denim, or also wear with your favorite Legging and tunic. These are not going to be weather proof, but still very comfortable any occasion! Similar and still excellent styles are linked below!

Dressy Bootie with an edge: Are you loving my made up terms for these new hybrid style booties?! LOL This is a newer trend style where we combine two different boots to make one new style. LOL I think Gucci made that up, I don’t know. This bootie I was MOST unsure of, its not inside a style I would typically choose, it combines the combat chunky heel with a dressed up style. Can anyone say “Hello 90’s”?

Nonetheless, when I bought them I was IN LOVE! They are really flattering and the chunky heel isn’t too chunky! My exact pair are actually a designer inspired boot (looking nearly exact) that are a fraction of the price. This style I would recommend for someone who already owns the basics and are looking for a style that maybe is a little different and not everyone owns. SO FUN!

Here are a few more styles that you might like!

Lastly the combat boot: Another style I was for SURE wanting to try but I wanted to make sure the heel wasn’t too chunky and I have a lot of casual boots, so I needed something that could be a little dressy! You guys I am so in love with these boots! The pair I landed on has just enough of a chunky sole and I LOVE the studded detail to be able to wear for a little bit of pizazz!

Combat boots are a style that I was previously a little intimidated to wear just because they seemed a little too chunky and I wasn’t sure on if they would work. I am SO surprised that these not only worked but they make your legs look a mile long! I suggest these for the gal that is looking for a little more of an edge to her look!

See a few more similar Combat boot Styles Linked below!

Saturday Style Fit Session 10/31

Hey Ladies! Kinda becoming a little weekend tradition around here for doing a little Saturday Style Session! I think its really fun to re-style new pieces together for a fun seasonal try on! I feel like its the old days of Shopping on Saturdays— but I do the heavy lifting with trying on all the denim and leggings LOL!

Tons of newness hit the blog last week but honestly, BUCKLE UP because there is so much newness that is coming your way this month with Holiday Gift Guides and outfit inspiration! Its that season! 🙂 I love it so much!

My full try on is up in IG stories, but here are all the outfits a few a more fun things that maybe didn’t hit the gram this week — exclusively for you blog readers! :0

This cardigan I shared in lounge, you can see that below– so cute with denim too! Use code MOMINSTYLE20 for 20% of sitewide!

Sz L duster/ Sz L Tee / Sz 10 Denim

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Same little cute duster cardigan but in a lounge look, so dang cute with the joggers! Code MOMINSTYLE20 for 20% off

Sz L Joggers / Sz L Duster / Sz L tee

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That moment you try out a new trend (I’m slow to get bought into trends sometimes) but I AM HERE FOR THESE combat boots! Literally ordered 6 pair and they all went back! They make your legs look a mile long, and so comfy, dress them up and down! YOU NEED! Runs TTS!

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Sz L Hoodie use code MOMINSTYLE20 / Sz 10 Denim / TTS Boots

This little spin on a street style look includes the same black hoodie as above with a little overcoat action. I am wearing the large here, but if you keep scrolling you will see the size medium– both fit the but Medium is a little bette on my shoulders IMO.

Sz L Coat / Sz L hoodie / Sz 10 Denim

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Oversized Target sweater for the win! Easily pair your sweater with these combat boots for a slightly edgier style!

Sz L Sweater / Sz 10 Denim / TTS Combat Boot

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The Gucci inspired booties here are yet again another surprise of the week– honestly was not sure if I was going to like them– but these are SOOOOO cute! Love them with leggings here but also maybe with tights and skirt?! YES! Omg so cute! Save close to $1k on these look alikes! LOVE them!

Sz M coat / Sz XL SPANX / TTS Bootie

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Chunky Amazon sweater FTW here too! Size up in this $35 sweater that is so cute again with the Designer Inspired booties!

Sz XL Sweater/ Sz XL Legging

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Gibson Cozy Fit Tips & Guide to all things Cozy

Hey Girls! Officially cozy season (always cozy season in my book) Gibson is a staple in my loungewear as you all know, They are so good with their lightweight jersey pieces! I also love Gibson because the pieces are so great for mix and match you can make each little look your own depending on your own personal style.

Since there are a few new arrivals today, and I am styling in IG stories- so don’t miss that! There are a few fun projects coming our way in the next few weeks *hint hint* 🙂 If you are brand new to Gibson, thought I would share some fit tips with the cozy pieces, closet staples and share some outfit inspiration along the way!

One of the many things that I love about Gibson Designs is the versatility of the pieces. Take the jumpsuit for example– this is a great everyday piece that can be worn for lounge, add a cardigan for an extra layer— take it on the road as a great travel piece or add a moto pumps for date night!

I am several times a week in my Gibson Joggers I absolutely love them. You girls see me wear the gray colorway but CHECK OUT the leopard with the new duster! IN LOVE! There are a bunch of color choices available and its fun to make your own combination! Mix and Match sets are so fun! Joggers are great to wear even slightly oversized but my true size large is a perfect fit for me!

Now for sizing-– I am a 10/12 bottom and M/L top– and with Gibson I like like the size large on me– I like things a bit oversized and not ever snug- so Large cozy fits me just right! I did include a size chart here so you can easily reference your own fit!

Not to go on too long here girls there’s more outfit inspiration below if you need a new outfit idea– but wanted to make sure if you feel inspired to make a purchase make sure you use my code MOMINSTYLE20 for 20% off your purchase– not just on new arrivals but the entire website all the time!

Styling Leggings and Tunics

Following up on my leggings post of last week, we needed a week long style session with some tunics to go with those leggings. This week I styled a TON of outfits and gave some amazing outfit ideas with how to wear leggings and Fall/Winter Perfect Tunics to go with!

ICYM if you are in the market for a new pair of leggings there I went ahead a put a post together with my top 7 leggings I love with how to style and several Dupes to go along! Its a great post and I hope it is helpful for you!

Today’s post is a combination of the all the style sessions we had together in IG Stories, putting all the outfit ideas and tops in one spot is usually helpful! Plus its a ton of continued outfit inspiration along the way!

Reminder on my sizes: I am a 10/12 Denim and M/L top — I will put my sizes in each item with the outfits!

Sz XL Spanx Legging / Sz L Leopard Top / Sz L Vest

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Sz Large Amazon Coat / Sz L Legging / Sz L Tunic Hoodie

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Sz L Tunic Camo Sweatshirt / Sz XL Legging / Sz L Denim Jacket

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Sz L Tunic Hoodie / Sz L Camo Vest / Sz XL Legging

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Sz XL Tunic / Sz XL Legging

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Sz L Legging / Sz L Tunic / Sz L Camo Coat

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Sz L Tunic / Sz L Raincoat / Sz L Legging

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Sz L Coatigan / Sz L Legging / Sz L Graphic Tee

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Sz L Tunic / Sz XL Legging

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Sz L tunic Sweater. / Sz XL Legging / Sz L Moto Jacket

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Weekend Fall Style Session

Hey Ladies! So many new fall arrivals I got inspired to just style some looks this weekend! Makes me so excited for fall and Football too! These looks are so comfortable and the sweaters are super soft! Really fun Fall finds mostly from Target but you know, when I get inspired, I just go with it! Hope you gals find some more outfit inspiration for this fall!

Reminder on my sizing, I am 10/12 Denim and M/L Tops

Home for the Holidays Collection

Hey Ladies! Getting to be that time where we say “Happy Holidays!” It might be the end of October but things are approaching quickly! Before I can even get a gift guide out– we are already celebrating Holiday Outfits!

GibsonLook and my girl Cassie are launching their latest holiday collection — perfect mix and match and also a ton of cozy! I will have a try on in IG stories but wanted to get all the collection linked up for you here and my styling of some favorites!

Sizing: My typical sizes are 10/12 denim and M/L Tops– I wear a size large in this entire collection 🙂

Don’t forget!! Use my Code MOMINSTYLE20 for 20% off the entire collection!

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The Best Leggings Styles your Closet Needs

Hey Girls! We have a huge post today and Its all about the legging! I personally think we have been in legging season for a while– but typically we call that fall and winter LOL– Lots of requests for my Favorites for different occasions so I thought I would stop and put them all together for you!

This post is really to share what I wear the most, why and the details of each pair so if you are in the market for another pair this might help you too! Check out Instagram Stories for the full try on but I will do my best to include a full description here as well as a DUPE (if they are $$) the best I possibly can! These are listed out in no particular order, tried to be as unbiased as possible and just deliver facts on this one — there are a total of 7 pair with individual descriptions! 😉

Hope this post is helpful for you and if you find that someone you know might like it too, please feel free to share it! 😉

First pair of legging is the Wunder Under High Rise Full on Luon Legging, High waisted, 7/8 and a medium compression all the way through the legging. I wear this MOST often from boots and sweater to Athleisure OOTD these are made for movement, do not budge, excellent quality (these are 3 years old-ish and look brand new). They do attract pet hair at times and run about $98.

Dupe Option is here, runs TTS and under $45 🙂

Sizing: I wear an 8 this is my normal leggings size at Lululemon I wear a size 10/12 denim

Here are the Spanx “Look at me Now” Seamless legging– 7/8 length and high waisted. EXCELLENT shapewear, stays put, super black great for athleisure to sweaters and boots. This is a slightly thicker material, so if its above 70- I personally would not wear. This is a more affordable SPANX at around $68, if you want to see what all the fuss is about on the brand, this might be a good one to pick!

Similar seamless dupe options are linked here and here

Size: XL Sized up one from my typical Size Large.

Here are the SPANX Faux leather legging great again for all the looks from sweaters and boots to athleisure. SPANX is really about the shapewear they really do keep you lifted, supported and feeling confident all day. These are super black, full length and high waisted. Around $98. Goes on sale a couple times a year, Black Friday and the Nordstrom Sale. FYI if you have an need styling ideas, I have a post here.

Dupe Options: Nothing I know of is going to give you the same shapewear feeling but if you are going for the look: A great a dupe is here.

Sizing: I buy a Large and XL– Depends on the day but feel most comfortable in the XL which is one size up from my normal size large.

This the Aerie Offline Real Me Legging– High waisted 7/8 length I wear for athleisure and lounge outfits. Cotton style material, not made for tons of movement, no shaping technology but comfortable to wear in the evenings. If you are looking for a good basic legging I wear these a lot for lounge because they aren’t compressive. Super black and run under $50!

Size: I wear my typical Size Large

The Ever popular Lululemon Align Legging everyone loves these because they are buttery soft, truly unmatched! High waisted, 7/8 length- comes in a ton of colors and sizes these are made for movement so they are great for all weather and looks as well. Comfortable because they are no compressive so you can wear all day from yoga, to lunch to lounge. Keep their shape and look new as mine are also about 4 years old! Runs about $98.

Dupe option is here, Under $40! I have heard they are super similar though I do not personally own.

The Lululemon Wunder Train Legging— recently converted to now nearly my Favorite legging for workout. High waisted and 7/8 length the Everlux material combines comfort, sweat wicking, breathability– this is one that is a HIGH performance legging. Lift, run, walk do any kind of workout PLUS take them to lunch and beyond. Made for movement and high intensity workouts! Wash and wear perfect, looks brand new each time and does not lose shape with wear. Runs about $98.

Dupe: Couple other options I would suggest for workout are here and here— Both under $45 and run TTS. 🙂

Size: I wear Size 8 my typical Lululemon size.

The Aerie Offline Shine/Crackle legging. High Waisted and 7/8 length Has the look of a faux leather legging with more comfortable lounge fit. No shapewear in these as they will be more comfortable but don’t give me that same confidence as the previous pair. Given the look however they are a great dupe option to previous more expensive pairs with the same look. Runs under $50.

Size: I wear Large which is my typical Size.

Fall Athleisure Look of the Day

Hey Friends! Happy Monday! Fall is in Full Swing here in Ohio, and I am LOVING every second! I cannot believe how beautiful the leaves are! Sharing a little Athleisure Look of the Day with Nordstrom–– we are all in the mode for comfy, and functional- and Nordstrom has some great pieces I am loving for Fall transition!

I found these great pieces that are really easy wear to grab a bite to eat, head to the soccer field or run to a friends for a little patio time. The Joggers are some of my absolute favorite, not sweatpants and four way stretch– which means they can go more places and are super comfy at the same time. My pullover is a fun twist more un expected colors for this season, its fresh and perfect for adding on some layers.

What is really cool too is you can accessorize the look in a couple ways, add a jacket, vest or parka- since its not too cool here yet I added a beanie (which is a Mom-Must have) Cool Sneakers and Edgy Athleisure bag.

As always friends I am so happy to stopped by and hope you leave with a little style inspiration of your own! Linked up a few other favorites that caught my eye as well if you are looking to style up your next Athleisure look! Cannot wait to see how you style it! 😉

Xo, Sarah

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**Thank you to Nordstrom for Sponsoring today’s post, as always all opinions here are my own.

Skincare Favorites from Colleen Rothschild

Hey girls! Its the beginning of the Colleen Rothschild Friends and Family Sale! We get 25% off Sitewide (Code FAMILY25) for the next few days! Its a great opportunity to take advantage of the sale and pick up some awesome skincare!

I use these products on the daily, so I wanted to get my favorites products all in one spot! Her skincare is a gamechanger for my acne prone skin– I actually had a consultation with Colleen herself earlier in the season! So fun! She made a few suggestion for me that I will pass on to you since they are so helpful! I will put them in order of usage so you can reference it back!

The Radiant Cleansing Balm gives you the at home spa experience- the cleansing balm gives an effect of a makeup melt, so I like to use it after a long day of wearing makeup. Comes with its own muslin cloth– my advice is to use it as a little steamer — feels so good on your skin!

Two products for me that have been amazing for keeping bacteria at bay PLUS giving me the wrinkle and fine line fighters are the Gylcolic Peel Pads (targets fine lines, hyperpigmentation leaves my skin feeling fresh and bright!) and the Mandelic Acid Radiance Serum (This serum promotes cellular turnover, acne, dark spots and all over texture) Its a duo I don’t go to sleep without.

Sometimes our skin needs a little extra TLC- and masking is a great way of giving it what it needs! Colleen Rothschild ]masks are some I use on the regular also! The clarifying detox mask is one of my favorites!

The Hair Products smell amazing and I LOVE the hair mask! Highly recommend these! I swear by both the serum and hair mask for keeping my hair hydrated and shiny!

Other options would be if you wanted to get started on a few products without committing to a full sized product– grab the discovery kit! It is a great way to get into the brand and try out a few things of your own!

Thank you to Colleen Rothschild for Sponsoring today’s post! As always all opinions here are my own.