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Casual Work Outfit – A Bit of a Mix
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Casual Work Outfit – A Bit of a Mix

This casual work outfit is 75% secondhand. It’s mostly inspired by the top that I don’t wear much because it has a wide open back. When I wear it for work I have to layer a cami underneath. I’m probably passing it on to someone else even though I like it. One rule I have

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February 20, 2023 at 8:05 amLeave a comment
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Work to Workout Outfit – Basics
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Work to Workout Outfit – Basics

This is a simple example of a work to workout outfit look based on classic pieces. The base of the outfit is the black leggings & tank. Over that, I layered a button down similar & cardigan similar, both in neutrals. Added comfy slip on shoes similar & I worked a full day & popped

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February 17, 2023 at 8:12 amLeave a comment
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Weekend Walmart Haul
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Weekend Walmart Haul

    Warning: incoming Walmart haul! I went to Walmart this weekend to find some better fitting bras for my quickly shrinking body. I am down 70 lbs. since I started my latest weight loss journey & the girls are not looking their best! So I told myself I would see what I could find

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February 15, 2023 at 8:38 amLeave a comment
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OOTD: Faux Leather Pants for Work
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OOTD: Faux Leather Pants for Work

I pulled off these faux leather pants for work by pairing them with classic layers. A couple pieces everyone needs in their closet lately: a denim button down & a quarter zip sweater, along with a pair of flat mules. I, of course, found the first two items at the Goodwill outlet. I already had

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February 13, 2023 at 8:35 amLeave a comment
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Amazon Reviews – January 2023 Purchases
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Amazon Reviews – January 2023 Purchases

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 These are Amazon reviews of the purchases I made in January 2023. Hopefully they help with some of your little problems! 1. Vionic Sneakers Vionic shoes are one of my go-to brands since I have always had tendon/arch issues. These ones are lightly orthotic. They have just

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February 10, 2023 at 8:53 amLeave a comment
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OOTD: Love This Prairiecore Outfit
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OOTD: Love This Prairiecore Outfit

This prairiecore outfit was a lot more romantic or “girly” than I usually dress but I loved it! I swanned about work all day in this ruffled confection (similar). The boots (similar) toughened it up just the right amount. The Lauren Conrad overpiece helped bring a little extra prairiecore drama to the look. I picked

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February 8, 2023 at 8:59 amLeave a comment
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Velvet Midi Skirt for Work
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Velvet Midi Skirt for Work

This velvet midi skirt outfit was inspired by my closet cleanout. I was down to only a few items to use as a jumping off point for my outfit & all three of these were some of the ones left. I would have never put them together otherwise but I think they made a rather

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February 3, 2023 at 8:21 amLeave a comment
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From Work to Yoga – Love this Pattern Mix
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From Work to Yoga – Love this Pattern Mix

Here is another “Work to Yoga” look for ya but with a bit of a pattern mix this time. I kept this one simple with an oversized plaid shirt, leggings & combat boots worn with a colorful print camisole top underneath, just waiting for my “quick change” lol. I wore this Apostrophe camisole I found

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January 30, 2023 at 9:09 amLeave a comment
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All Cozy in My Animal Print Cardigan
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All Cozy in My Animal Print Cardigan

Do I look cozy in this animal print cardigan, or what? My New Animal Print Cardigan Friends, I go to the Goodwill Bins (AKA Goodwill Outlet, AKA Bargain Barn, AKA The Bins), on average, once a week. I see what I can find that is good enough to re-sell online. While I’m there I inevitably

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January 27, 2023 at 8:16 amLeave a comment
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Bright Corduroy Pants for Winter
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Bright Corduroy Pants for Winter

Are you in the dim days of Winter & feeling a little down? Here is an inexpensive boost of serotonin in the form of bright corduroy pants! Walmart has these cute things right now & they could easily transition into Spring when the time comes. I actually went into Walmart recently (this is rare) &

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January 25, 2023 at 8:39 amLeave a comment
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