Today I’m feeling fresh as peach fuzz in my new spring blazer. Peach fuzz is the Pantone color of 2024. Get it? This blazer was an unexpected purchase when I recently went to my favorite local boutique (Vintage Charm) to find some birthday gifts. The lightweight feel of this casual blazer coupled with the pretty color convinced me not to pass it up. Blazer (similar here) | Tank (similar here) | Jeans (similar here) | Booties (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Earrings Turn on your JavaScript to view content Feeling Fresh as Peach Fuzz Blazer (similar here) | Tank (similar here) | Jeans ..read more

Today I’m sharing my no makeup makeup look and some spring style inspiration. It’s been really cold, snowy, and rainy so coming up with a new look for today was low on my list. So why not share some favorite beauty products and some fave spring looks? It was fun to take a look back and find some outfits that still make my heart soar. My No Makeup Makeup Look Before After Ever since the pandemic hit, I have worn less makeup. I wasn’t going anywhere so why bother? I don’t mind going without makeup in public but I like to sometimes to put a little more effort in my appearance. Plus makeup does a ..read more

It’s time to step up your spring style with a denim jacket and printed joggers. Here is another outfit where I combined thrifting with some items in my closet. I’ve had this Gap denim jacket for years and don’t wear it very much. I have no idea why because denim jackets are so classic. The joggers are another amazing thrifting find. What makes them so awesome is that they only cost $5 and are from Anthropologie. Score! Jacket (similar here) | Bodysuit (similar here) | Joggers (similar here) | Sneakers (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Sunglasses Turn on your JavaScript to view content ..read more

Today I’m sharing how to sparkle and shine in a crystal embellished mesh top. I recently stumbled upon two gift cards from Walmart that needed to be used. So I headed to their site and found this fun top. I also got the matching skirt and thought that I would wear the look for Easter. The whole ensemble didn’t look great on me but I fell in love with the top which is perfect for a fun night out. Jacket (similar here) | Top | Jeans (similar here) | Booties (similar here) | Bag (similar here) Turn on your JavaScript to view content Jacket (similar here) | Top | Jeans (similar here) | Bootie ..read more

Today I’m keeping it casual cool on a budget with my thrifted jeans. Jodie and Mireille have finally rubbed off on me and I’ve started doing some thrifting. The reason I started was mostly because I can’t fit into a lot of my jeans that I currently have in my wardrobe. I’ve gained weight in my midsection because of menopause and it’s not going away anytime soon. The bright side is that I found these amazing Paige slim bootcut jeans in a petite size for $7! That were practically new and there was no need to get them hemmed. Bomber Jacket (similar here and here) | Top | Jeans (similar here) | B ..read more

I’m gala ready and glam bot gorgeous in a chic one shoulder blue dress. I mentioned before that I needed to get a dress for the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra gala. (My son plays in the the top orchestra and they performed.) Unfortunately, the dresses in my closet didn’t work because I have gained some weight with my menopause situation. This little number is what I found and adding gold accessories turned this outfit into something special. Dress (similar here) | Sandals | Belt | Bag | Earrings Turn on your JavaScript to view content Petite One Shoulder A-Line Midi Dress in Berry Blue ..read more

Sharing how to rock the fresh combo of a cardigan and wide leg jeans this spring. The cardigan was shared in this post and was an awesome sale find after the holiday season. I can’t get enough of this fun color so I decided to style it for the upcoming spring season but with a winter season tweak. The weather is not quite there yet for bare legs here in Chicago. Cardigan (similar here) | Bodysuit | Wide Leg Jeans (similar here) | Boots (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Earrings Turn on your JavaScript to view content Cardigan and Wide Leg Jeans Combo for Spring Cardigan (similar here ..read more

Today I’m sharing how I’m moving forward in fabulous style with my flared jeans. These jeans are my favorite pair and I can’t wait to style them for spring. These two tops were from the Nuuly box I mentioned in last week’s post. The fact that one has short sleeves and the other is a tank top is super helpful in keeping me cool during my hot flashes. Getting old is so fun! Top (similar here) | Jeans (similar here) | Booties (similar here) | Bag (similar here) – use code TBKathrine30 for $30 off | Earrings Turn on your JavaScript to view content Harmon Jacquard Tee and Spanx Flared Jeans Top ..read more

Today I’m sporting Barbiecore winter style in a cozy chic sweater dress with stripes. I broke down and got another Nuuly box. Now I have a good reason. I am going to a gala at the beginning of March and I wanted to rent a dress for the occasion. Of course the dress ended up not working out but this chic sweater dress did! Sweater Dress (similar here) | Boots (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Earrings Turn on your JavaScript to view content Brynda Mini Sweater Dress by Taylor Sweater Dress (similar here) | Boots (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Earrings I could’t resist putting this ..read more

Today I’m sharing how to stay stylishly cool during a hot flash with light layers. It’s the middle of winter and I can’t ever wear any my sweaters because I get so many hot flashes. It makes me so sad because I have so many that I would love to wear. I’ve resorted to scouring my closet to find items that won’t heat me up too much. This look is what I came up with for this week. Cardigan (similar here) | Bodysuit (similar here) | Jeans (similar here) | Booties | Belt (similar here) | Bag (similar here) Turn on your JavaScript to view content Long Snakeskin Cardigan with Flared Jeans Every sin ..read more