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Casual fashion and lifestyle blogger creating cute, simple, unique, and affordable outfits while sharing what is going on in her mind! SMILING AND STYLING!
OUTFIT OF THE DAY 3/14/21
Sizing & Reviews
CONVERSE: Size 8.5 that I thrifted and super cute with skirts
AMAZON SWEATER: Wearing a size small and made of lightweight knit sweater
ORANGE DENIM SKIRT: Wearing a size small and was thrifted
TUMBLER: I picked this up at Target but you can also find on Amazon! It’s top rated and I can see why! Love that it has rubber around the straw, which makes it leak proof
OUTFIT OF THE DAY: 3/13/21
This squirrel sweater and purse are both from Modcloth! I’m normally not grabbing black too often, but the orange and brown squirrel was totally “on brand” for me! And it looks perfect with my yellows and other warm colors!
Sizing & Reviews
SQUIRREL SWEATER: Wearing a small and is made of lightweight knit
FELT HAT: One size but adjustable
POKA DOT PANTS: Medium and super soft with lots of stretch. Love the wide waistband and high waisted details.
SANDALS: Wearing a size 9 and adjustable buckles
DOGMOM LIFE: Huntlie’s 3rd Birthday
“I can’t believe how time flys!” says every dog mom ever! That’s why I’m saying it because it seems like yesterday when I seen my Huntlie at the shelter! As some of you know, every year I take a photo of her in front of the same door, starting when she was 4 months old when I first took her home. We almost share the same birthday so we celebrated together this year! I was taking birthday photos and Huntlie decided she wanted in too (most likely to get closer to the cookies LOL)!
This winter, her coat turned the darkest it’s ever been! It also snowed more than it ever has since I got her so maybe that has something to do with it? We have both gone through some changes this year. We moved into our own place! To be honest, I would have been too scared to move without her. I’m so used to having people around sharing a house with 5 other people sharing one bathroom and being homeschooled all 12 grades, that living alone didn’t sound too appealing and weird. Huntlie changed that!
With those big, beautiful ears she has, Huntlie hears everything going on and only barks when something is going on. She turned into my personal guard dog now that she realizes this is her home now. When we lived with my parents, she would just stare out the window when someone came over, now she barks and lets me know when something is happening.
As she cuddles next to me while I’m typing this, I’m so glad I have her for another amazing year! She really is one of my best buds! So glad I don’t have to come home to an empty house and get to play our famous game, we call, “fetch hide and seek” (I throw her toy up the stairs and while she is fetching it, I hide and she tries to find me). I played that with her all evening on her birthday with her! I also got her a Kong frisbee, which she has been playing with A LOT! It flys really well and is made of a rubber material!
Enjoy the collection of photos taken every year below! As you might be able to tell, the first door was torn down now, so we use the door around on the other side of the building that’s painted the same color as the original. It’s the same building though!
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My Favorite Winter Pieces And Trends I’m Wearing! (Including Links!)
CHUNKY KNIT HATS AND BEANIES
If you follow me on Instagram, you can see me jumping in on the chunky knit! Practically all my winter posts include me wearing my hats!
Two places I’ve had good luck finding the perfect chunky knit are Abercrombie and Target!
PATTERNED SWEATERS
Sweaters and winter go together perfectly, but I’ve been loving, more specifically, patterned sweaters! Especially ones with trees! They are my favorite to style for you all!
WINTER COATS
I love jackets that are stylish, but also warm! Bonus if they have a belt that ties so you can adjust how tight/loose you want it to be!
I was surprised by the quality of the jackets Target had for the price! I got the coat below in a rust color too since I liked it so much! I’m including some other jackets I’ve loved over this winter!
ANKLE BOOTS
I’ve been wearing the 3 ankle boots below on repeat this winter! Love how warm and adorable they are! They also look great with almost every outfit!
SHACKETS
I feel like I loved the shirt jackets (shackets) before they were famous so I’m totally on board with this trend! I’m wearing one right now as I write! My favorite one I found at ASOS but I’m wearing one I found on Amazon right now! They totally look great with faux leather leggings and boots!
I linked a few oversized, thicker flannels I wear as stackers as well below!
FESTIVE GRAPHIC TEES
Graphic tees are a perfect way I like to be festive, but not break the bank getting to only wear once a year! They are also great to store in with my Christmas decor since they dont take up much room.
Walmart had a lot of cute tees that I enjoyed styling over Christmas!
FAVORITE FRIDAYS: My Top Picks This Week 1/01/21-1/08/21
Old Navy Plaid Sweater
My Rating ♡♡♡♡
I love plaid A LOT so this sweater caught my eye, but the main reason why it’s my favorite this week is because of how SOFT it is! I am wearing it as I’m typing and wore it to bed! Immediately warm when you put it on, which is a huge bonus! It is a men’s sweater, but sometimes they have more comfortable pieces! Not a HUGE fan of the colors, but looks great paired with a mustard yellow scarf and jeans! It’s all about what you pair with it!
Amazon Sequin Sweatpants
My Rating ♡♡♡♡♡
Rated these 5 hearts because these are my absolute favorite! I wore them on New Year’s Day but are great for winter outfits! They are great for lounging and so pretty! Love that they are a relaxed fit! Also love the cinched waistband! Super cute!
GAIAM Foam Roller
My Rating ♡♡♡♡♡
I’m a certified personal trainer and can’t recommend this more for tight/sore muscles! Used it a lot this week on my right shoulders (when I’m cold I tighten up). Let me know if you want more info on how to use it! (If you follow me on Instagram @krystalsmindblog, I demonstrated using it on my stories)
Sorel Scalloped Hiking Boot
My Rating ♡♡♡♡♡
Everytime I went out this week, I wore these boots! They keep my feet warm in the snow and super stylish! I especially love the cream scalloped soles they have! The different textures they have are an extra bonus! Love wearing them with leggings and long coats!
Stylish Gold Rim Glasses From Urban Outfitters
My Rating ♡♡♡♡
I love how stylish these glasses are! The shiny, gold metal add a gorgous look and complete any outfit! Love that they are lightweight and can wear them all day without creating marks on your nose. I wish they were blue light glasses, but I noticed they still help when looking at your screens!
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FASHION & STYLE: Styling A Skirt Multiple Ways With Fashion Tips! (Links Included!)
Here I will be styling a layered orange skirt 4 ways and sharing my personal styling tips that are both practical and cute! They are tips I go by when I put together outfits!
If you are interested in shopping pieces in my looks, I have included carousels of photos, after the tips, that you are able to tap and get direct links to the websites! Enjoy!
Outfit #1
STYLING TIPS:
● Add a collar scarf for warmth when you put your hair up in cooler months! Instead of buttoning up your flannel all the way, it also a comfortable way to add the look of a collar! It also completes an outfit so well!
● Cropped flannels look great with high waisted bottoms! You don’t have to worry about them bunching up in your pants too! You can thrift a regular flannel and cut the bottom and the desired length if you are worried on buying a flannel too short for your liking!
● Super large scrunchies add volume to your bun! The one I’m wearing is my favorite and I have it in pretty much every color since its also made of silk, which is better for your hair.
● Wearing a pair of biker shorts or elastic workout shorts under your skirt relieves the worry of your skirt coming up accidentally during everyday life. Going with a tighter fitting short doesnt add as much bulk and have an added benefit of keeping you warmer during the colder days.
Outfit #2
STYLING TIPS:
● Going with a plain skirt expands your horizon with cute patterns, like the plaid top I’m wearing.
● If you choose a light colored skirt or one with warm tones, I usually gravitate to more deep, rich tones or patterns to complement and highlight the skirt!
● To add flare and style to a plain skirt, wear a top with some cute sleeves! Love this plaid top because the sleeves are very flowy and unique to add interest to the outfit!
● Details polish up an outfit, like my knotted velvet headband. The one I’m wearing is handmade from a small business on Etsy and is comfortable with the patting! Totally recommend!
Outfit #3
STYLING TIPS:
● Another way to style your cute, detailed and wild patterned sweaters is to pair it with a cute, plain skirt! Its always fun mixing it up!
● Wear a cropped workout top or sports bra and simply tuck your sweater into it for a cropped look or a classic french tuck style. This works better instead of trying to jam a thick sweater into your skirt. This technique also works great when you wear a sweater with overalls! Unfortunately, you can’t cut sweaters otherwise they will unravel.
● When I posted the outfits on Instagram, my newspaper boy hat was a popular item! I love this one I got from Target because its not flat looking. I’ve gotten one where it makes my head look flat. I also have a small head so that might have something to do with it. Look for a puffy, structured front when searching for a hat like this. I have this hat in black too because its hard to find a good one that I like in my budget. Lack Of Color makes some good ones but they are an investment piece.
Outfit #4
● Graphic tees are a great piece to style! They are affordable and you can stay festive! Tees are also easier to store since you can maybe only get a month of wear out of it before it’s “outdated” and have to move on to the next holiday season!
● Graphic tees add interest to your outfit since everyone tries to read what it says and I love suttle colors and designs on my graphic tees so it doesn’t add too much business and you have more options when completing the look!
● I’ve been loving the new “shacket” (shirt jacket) trend because its just a thicker version of flannels! They are great to add to an outfit like this for those cooler days to add extra warmth!
● Winter hats serve the purpose of keeping you warm, but they also give you an excuse not to spend time on your hair LOL I love chunky knit or fleece lined hats! Since I have a smaller head, thicker hats looks better on me. Also, I tend to get more neutral colored hats so I can simply just throw it on knowing it will match whatever I decided to put on each day!
Which tip will you try or was the most helpful for you??
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4 Ideas To Incorporate In Your Fall Outfits! (With Links!)
Having trouble creating your fall outfits this season???? Here are some ideas to get you looking as great as your pumpkin spiced latte!
Some ideas to add to your outfits this fall season and why I love adding them!
1) Corduroy
Corduroy is such a favorite of mine because it is so easy to thrift! I’ve thrifted button up corduroy tops in the men’s section that I’ve worn as jackets because they are so thick.
Corduroy also adds that textured look to your outfits! If you usually wear plain colors, corduroy especially looks great because it adds that extra depth to your outfit!
Here are some corduroy favorites of mine in case your are in the market to pick up some new pieces and don’t feel comfortable to go out and thrift quite yet.
2) Black Denim
As it starts getting cooler outside, the norm is to switch over to darker colored clothing. I especially like black denim during fall! Of course, when it comes to black denim, you can really wear it year around!
Black jeans help you appear thinner and create the look of longer legs when you wear them! They also look great with all those cute fall sweaters that we are all starting to wear, now that the temperatures are dropping!
Here are some black jeans that I recommend! I especially love Madewell jeans (Size down one in Madewell because they come large).
3) Plaid Patterns
Fall outfits look so good with a cute, plaid button up! When looking for a plaid top for fall, find ones with the colors of fall leaves. I tend to wear plaid with oranges, reds, yellows, and browns in them and that creates that autumn vibe you are seeking!
I personally like oversized fall colored plaids made with flannel for extra warmth! The new trend this year are “Shackets” (shirt and jacket combined so just a thicker shirt). If you choose oversized plaid tops, it actually helps you appear slimmer if they end past your hips. If you like wearing leggings, oversized plaid flannels will also cover your buns!
I will include some of my favorite plaid “shackets” and flannels! American Eagle has the softest plaid flannels out there!
4) Boots
Boots of all lengths, colors, and materials are great for fall! I would normally lean towards brown, black, and gray for fall, but white booties are coming into style more for fall too!
On warmer fall days, I choose booties (ankle boots) but on the colder ones, I like thigh high or over the knee boots for extra warmth. If I wear a skirt or dress in the fall or winter, I’m usually grabbing for the taller boots so my legs stay covered! Sometimes, over the knee boots save me from wearing tights or leggings!
The greatest part about boots is that you can wear them with almost everything and they look great! Boots look so good with skirts, overalls, dresses, and jeans! They also add a nicer look to your fall outfit than with just tennis shoes. The boots I wear are pretty comfortable and some are even more comfy than tennis shoes!
I will link some of the top boots I love and recommend!
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STYLING A BLAZER! (Why I Love Blazers, Styling Ideas To Try, And Links!)
Why Blazers Are A Favorite Of Mine
1) THEY ARE EASY TO FIND AT THRIFT STORES!
Blazers have been around FOREVER it seems! Every time I go thrifting, I find a few on the racks! Yes, some have shoulder pads, but they can easily be removed (I personally do not like them attatched)!
2) THEY ADD INSTANT STYLE TO ANY OUTFIT
You may be wearing biker shorts, sweatpants, chunky sneakers, jean shorts, but adding that blazer instantly dresses up your outfit! It also makes your outfit look expensive!
3) THEY CAN BE WORN AS A CUTE JACKET!
As fall is approaching, it’s starting to get chilly outside. For a date night, a nice dinner, or a girls’ hangout, instead of a grabbing cardigan, which can look sloppy, why not add a blazer for that extra lift of style for those special occasions while still keeping warm! I get cold easily so I always have to bring something!
4) THEY ARE VERSATILE
You can wear a blazer with almost anything! Blazers look great with graphic tees, sweaters, tanks, dresses, overalls, or skirts! They look classy with chunky sneakers, Converse, heels, boots, and sandles! The only thing to keep in mind is if your blazer is a classic plaid or has wild designs to match your funky personality, try to pair them with natural or plain (unless you’re into pattern mixing and matching!).
5) THEY MAKE YOU APPEAR TALLER AND SLIMMER
Wearing longer blazers that go past your waist, actually help you appear taller and slimmer because they make your torso look longer! Make sure the blazer isn’t super oversized so you arn’t swimming in it, otherwise, you will loose your figure. If yours is larger, you can belt it and that helps bring it in!
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OUTFIT OF THE DAY: My Cozy Campfire Sweatshirt I’m Loving! (Outfit Linked!)
Ever since I saw this sweatshirt, I was IN LOVE! As you all know, I love the outdoors and hiking! Whenever someone asks me to go on a trip, my first question is, “Will there be hiking?!?!”
I’ve always loved the outdoors, but it wasn’t until I hiked 45 miles on the Appalachian Trial (Twice!) that I discovered my love for hiking and camping!
I went with a couple experienced people the first time and learned TONS! Like how to filter water from a stream and make Mac & Cheese in the middle of nowhere! It was such a wild and fun adventure!
I took these photos behind my house since campgrounds have been backed up and filled due to the late start of the camping season due to the pandemic. I miss camping so much and I hope I will get to do some fall camping coming up!
I love this sweatshirt so much that I got it in the navy and the mauve color! The mauve color was out of stock when I first discovered it so I ended up getting the navy in XS. It was advertised as “oversized” but, to me, they were normal sizing since the XS was on a more tight fit. When the mauve became available, I purchased a L because I wanted to make sure it was oversized for me. It defiantly was what I wanted! I can wear it as a nightgown to bed and I plan on wearing it with leggings and boots in the fall around a campfire! I love both, but if you are debating on sizing, I would size what you normally wear or size up one if you want it oversized (I sized up 2 sizes and it is a bit more oversized than expected but love that it can be a dress).
Inside the sweatshirt is pure coziness! It is like I’m wrapped in a fleece blanket…but even better since I can wear it and it won’t fall down when I get up from the couch LOL
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OUTFIT OF THE DAY: Too Early For Fall Vibe (Sizing, Outfit Details, & Links!)
Looking devious because I’m all ready creeping into my fall outfits! Fall outfits are my favorite and I get excited just thinking about planning future fall pieces and decor!
Scroll through the above list to discover where I got my outfit! Sharing Outfit sizing and details below.
Outfit details and Sizing Recommendations
CROPPED FALL SWEATSHIRT: I got my adorable sweatshirt from Etsy. I always feel so much better buying from small businesses on Etsy and this one is a great one! I’m wearing a small in the sweatshirt and I chose black even though there are multiple colors to choose from. They are way better quality than I expected and come in the most perfect cropped length!
DENIM SKIRT: The denim Madewell skirt is a size 4 but is oversized on me so I would size down. The skirt is also really stretchy so you don’t have to worry about taking that sizing down (You could probably get away with sizing 2 down- It’s that stretchy!). I just love the buttons all the way down and the cute pockets in the front! I will SO be wearing this all summer and when the actual fall weather hits, in the fall with tights!
WHITE BOOTIES: My boots are Coach brand and I got them last year in a sale so I tried rounding up a good selection for you in the scroll-through list of links. I’m wearing a 9.5 but I normally wear a 8.5. I wanted to get a size 9, but they were sold out in the sale so I decided to get a half size up to have room for socks if desired. With the 2 inch heel, they ended up fitting decent. I wish I would have gotten the 9, but I’m so happy with them! They match like every outfit I choose, whether it’s a summer, fall, spring, or winter shot! They are so comfy too! I wore them all day walking around a fair with them (last year). I loved them so much I also got them in black in my actual size that I wonted (size 9) and they are great!
Out of the fall items listed on my sweatshirt, what one are you looking forward to the most??? Leave a comment and let me know!
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OUTFIT OF THE DAY: My Beach Look!
Shop my simple look by tapping the little icons above! Love this sweater for the beach and my super scrunchie is my absolute favorite! I have them is about EVERY color! They add volume to my hair, silky so they are easy to take off at the end of the day, and I get compliments on my hair when I just simply throw my hair up in a bun! Recommend! Enjoy shopping!
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OUTFIT OF THE DAY: Shop This Summer Look!
There are some super cute summer pieces that I’m loving! I especially am into Target’s graphic tees! This tee has cute, little daisies with words that say “Life is tough, but so are you!” Love that saying because with the pandemic happening around us, life can be a little tough as we adjust to the changes. Shop this post by scrolling through the little icon and tapping the pieces you want to shop!
I get so many compliments on these sandles! I love the platform they have AND are still easy and comfortable to walk longer distances! Enjoy!
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FALL PIECES: Autumn Sweatshirts & Tees I Love! (Links To Shop!)
Tomorrow is August, which means fall is just around the corner! As you can tell, fall fashion is my ultimate love! To celebrate, I’ve rounded up my favorite fall graphic tees and sweatshirts! Shop your favorites from the list by scrolling across and tapping your favorites to shop!
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