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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!

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.

September Amazon Haul

We all love a good Amazon Find- we have been trying to do Monthly Fashion and Home Hauls and I THINK its a real crowd pleaser! You can find my previous hauls from earlier in the Summer Here and Here. Now we are transitioning into Fall– and so GIVE ME ALL THE CARDIGANS and easy sweaters! Check out more on instagram Stories– but the full haul and some outfit styling ideas are linked below!

This Gray Cardigan is SOOOOOO cozy. Love the sleeve detail and its slightly thicker than a few others so its a great layering piece for further in the fall.
This is a fine knit style cardigan more lighter weight – still runs TTS great for layering!

ATHLEISURE FINDS

FASHION FINDS

Been using this water gallon Jug for a while this summer and helps me keep track of how much I have been drinking! My goal is one full gallon a day!
LOVE this hot honey on my Sweet Potatoes! You can really stick it on anything for a little bit of heat and tang!

HOME and FOOD FINDS

Most Popular Blazer Multiple Ways!

Hey Ladies! All Cardholder Access for the Nordstrom Sale opens Thursday morning and I thought I would do a little style session! Check out my previous posts here and here for my top Womens picks of the Sale, fit tips and how to wear!

This is one of the MOST popular blazers actually all year, and now its available at an awesome price! Typically $98 and Now $50! I love it and think its so versatile I own it in three colors– Wanted to style it for you today a few ways to give some ideas on how to wear this great year round piece!

Sizing and Fit Tips: This is a nice, stretchy fit material- I buy this blazer in my true size Large my typical sizes are M/L on top and a 10/12 bottom. I can ALMOST button without stress on it which makes a perfect fit to see your graphic, necklace or tank under it! Making it a great third layer!

AVAILABLE ON GIBSON WEBSITE NOW FOR 50% OFF WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Great for Date night and a sleek look, wear with skinny jeans, pumps and a tank! Style it up with accessories and you are ready to go!
Here is a closer look at my booties which this exact style is available at another retailer 50% off right now! Use Code SPRING50

I love the gray in a casual setting perfect with sneakers and the same high waisted denim!

NSale try on 8/4

My personal Shopping day is on Friday, but I pulled a preliminary try on for you today of some of my favorites, help with more fit tips and many of these things are on the Top Sellers list (Translated to HIGH Sell Out Risk — See Below for what we did today! 🙂

Check out the My Girlfriends Guide to the NSale, created with my best friends in mind- to see my Top 5 Items in each category 🙂

LOTS of questions on fit on this one when I posted on Monday– I have owned this for two years and LOVE it! It is all stretchy, but should be slightly snug! I wear my True Size Large
Gibson Cozies are a CROWD Favorite! you NEED one set for sure, they are so comfy I wear them almost everyday! the Tunics are so good with jeans too! I wear a large in all items.
More Gibson cozy combinations, wearing L in everything !
You have see this athleisure look once before great staple pieces for sporting events ,travel and everyday wear that are so comfy! I wear a size large.
SPANX YA’L— Get you some! I size up from my normal size L to an XL!
This Gibson Blazer is my recommendation for work and date night appropriate blazers. its typcially $99 so at $49 — get two! I own in three colors and wear them with jeans, boots, camis, sneakers and graphic tees! Wearing a size large.
Great workout or On-the-Go items! Great quality sneakers with great price points for all! Again, great staples to have in your closet as I do to add into the rotation. Sneakers Run TTS and I am wearing a Large in both Leggings and top.
MORE Gibson Cozy, mix and match to your hearts delight! wearing a size Large!
Barefoot Dreams is a purchase I NEVER REGRET! SUPER Lux soft, and make great gifts! I wear a size large! Runs TTS~ Dolce Vita Sneakers are SOOOO fun! the price point is so legit! Half the price at what I paid for mine! Looks so great with jeans and leggings!

Date Night Tops Under $30

Hey friends! Spring is just around the corner I can feel it! I makes me so excited to be able to be outside a little bit more! That means Date Night!!! 🙂 Walmart has some really fun tops lately that make it really easy to toss on a pair of jeans and get out the door and have fun! My favorite kind of date night USUALLY includes tacos and margaritas– but I have been known to love a great steak too. I love having fun little tops like that, but since they aren’t something I wear all the time– I don’t like to spend a ton of money on them! (You know me, liking to wear something new butttttttt need it to be affordable too!) Walmart has a ton of great tops that fit the budget AND are so so cute!

Today’s post is all about the date night top so I rounded up 10 favorites at Walmart that are under $30! This top that I have on here is super silky and soft, and seriously SO flattering! 🙂 I hope you are going to be busy making some fun plans coming up! What is your favorite kind of date night! Would love some new ideas!

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*Thank you to Walmart for sponsoring todays post. As always all opinions here are my own.

My New Year’s thoughts, and a few Athleisure Faves

I didn’t really make New Year’s Resolutions, been there- done that. There once was a time where I would do that, but the Resolutions were things that I had never done before- get healthy, incorporate healthier eating and becoming more active. Sometimes I even have committed to more weekends at church or more date nights. Not to say that I don’t like making New Year Resolutions nor am I swearing them off– don’t take it that way. I LOVE the idea of making a commitment to myself to get better in some area of my life– I LOVE stuff like that.

In the past 5 years or so I have been pretty darn happy with my progress, I have definitely taken the time for self care and improvement, but the past two years have been a little more shaky. Lots of changes in our family that I have needed to navigate on top of starting a business– my own self care has been an up and down road, which I am fine with for new.

Goalsettting is something I have always been something I have been accustomed to and LOVE doing it. I love to see progress and committing to myself to get what I want and achieve in life and for my family.

My Goals this year are to commit to my workouts 5-6 Days per week and Drink my water! My favorite workouts right now are going to CrossFit and my Peloton Bike. I try to do at least 20 minutes to disconnect and have that be my “Me”time. With my water I know it sounds like a big goal, but 100 oz. is what I like to drink a day. I have been traveling so much lately I have not been able to get in everything I want– and I can feel a difference. So when I am home I am really trying to buckle down! I know it sounds so simple but let me tell you it improves me mentally just as much as it does physically!

This look was inspired by those goals, staple athleisure that I feel in style but ready for anything that comes my way! 🙂 Love easy pieces especially this JACKET that looks great with leggings and denim– also these shoes I have heard rave reviews about– and just needed to try! These Zella Brand items available at Nordstrom are great go -to pieces!

What commitments are you making that I can help cheer you on!?

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

Athleisure Style and Picks from Walmart

Hey Ladies! I have been LIVING in leggings, long tops and all things Athleisure since arriving here in FL and pretty much do every time we are on Vacay— and the Finds lately have been great at Walmart! This look I put together is a great little weekend look from Walmart! The little crossbody belt bag too is for SURE an on trend item that is a great piece to have to be hands free! The color combination is SO perfect for this time of year, late fall we don’t always want to do holiday colors and this is a fun way of changing up a comfy on the go outfit! I have several pieces I plan to wear, hoping to try everything on for you soon! Until then you can shop my roundup of those items below!

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*Thank you to Walmart for sponsoring today’s post! As always, all opinions here are my own.