real life

It feels like it's been a while since an outfit post. It's hard enough getting out the door these days (baby, dog, winter gear) without snapping pics, but then I realized I've only posted outfits on those occasions when I get dressed up all fancy. That's not real life, so here are a few real life outfits - snow, rain, overexposures, and all.

Neiman Marcus poncho (similar), Gap jeans, Madewell necklace (no longer available), Sam Edelman booties. As an aside, this poncho is a silk cashmere blend, but I've managed to continue wearing it even with a grabby 7-month old - maybe because it lifts over his head while nursing?

Forever 21 top, H&M scarf, Old Navy jeans, Sam Edelman booties

Neiman Marcus poncho, James Jeans, Blush necklace (have you been to Blush? it's the cutest boutique in downtown Kirkwood - you should go!), Sam Edelman booties

Old Ann Taylor LOFT cardigan, old Gap tee, Gap jeans, flea market necklace, Franco Sarto booties. I'm realizing that all the booties I'm wearing in this post are suede! People always tell me they don't want to buy suede because they won't be able to wear them in the rain, but clearly, I don't let that stop me. I just use a basic spray suede protector and don't splash in any puddles!

Old Zara cardigan (similar), H&M scarf, Gap jeans, Sam Edelman booties. I bought a couple of cheap scarves this fall to change things up a bit - it's a bummer this one isn't available online in the camel color anymore - I love it!

Eddie Bauer parka, Paige jeans, Sam Edelman booties

Whew, that's a lot of outfits! I'm going to go ahead and wish everyone a Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - I hope everyone has a calm and restful holiday! Keep in touch on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest!

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april showers blah blah blah

You know how it goes.

At our baby shower, my mother-in-law thoughtfully sent a gift for me as well as the baby. It was a great Eileen Fisher tunic, which I loved, but unfortunately was too small (both in current state and before). Since it was no longer available in the size I needed, I exchanged it for this Neiman Marcus silk-cashmere poncho, which is even more on sale now than when I bought it! I didn't realize when buying it that it was a true poncho, with no sleeves to speak of, but I really love it. It's soft and comfortable, and of course my favorite aspect - it will work now and after pregnancy.

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Neiman Marcus poncho, Old Navy leggings, Steve Madden Intyce boots, Target tunic tank, NYC street vendor necklace

This was such a comfortable outfit. I started with the boots because of the rain, and you can't get more comfy than leggings and (basically) a blanket! I don't think I've mentioned these tanks yet, but they are amazing. It's the tunic length tank from Target, and they're perfect for covering and smoothing the stomach/hip area and for covering your tush while wearing leggings. They're not maternity, but I've been wearing one pretty much every day.

Oh, and apparently something my husband did while taking these photos surprised me...