No Wallflower

tee & pants: stylemint // jacket: forenza for the limited (available here )// shoes: shoemint // bag: kate spade (outlet, similar here ) // sunnies: ray ban (available here ) // jewels: stella & dot
photos by the amazing Molly Stillman

As the new year approaches I think to myself.....you know what....2013 is going to be my year. I'm sure you guys have noticed that I'm no wallflower and that I don't fade away into the background so I've decided I'm going to allow myself to get even crazier (style-wise that is....I'm already crazy enough) during the next year. So stay tuned skrillas.....its about to get real.......PS I'm even more fired up now to get my crazy on since a commentor this week told me that I could have "toned things down"......bahahah obviously they don't know me!

 

And for the necklace du jour.......The Stella & Dot Alexandria

 

And in case you missed something this week......

 

 

 

 

 

Red...and Blue...and Burgundy...Oh My

dress worn as top: asos (old, similar here )// skirt: stylemint // jacket: jack bb dakota (available here )// shoes: shoemint // sunnies: ray ban (available here )// bag: louis vuitton via saks// belt: nine west// jewels: stella & dot

So I wore this ensemble last weekend on a little shopping excursion in Cameron Village (where I picked up several goodies I'm excited to share with you guys!).  And its Friday and I'm exhausted so that's just about all I have to say.....other than I'm kind obsessed with this red coat....and the blue velvet skirt.....and well the new burgundy fringe boots....Happy weekend skrillas

PS if you would like to see me and the doodle bug in action you can follow us on instagram @doodlesmom812 and for more fashion be sure to check out the What2Wear facebook page here

And now for the necklace du jour....The Stella & Dot Tempest

And a little weekly recap in case you missed an outfit :)

Thoughts.....on Clothing and Adulthood

sweatshirt & vest: stylemint // jeans: rag & bone (similar here )// boots: diy (similar here )// sunnies: ray ban (available here )// bag: louis vuitton (via saks) // jewels: stella & dot 

Let me start by saying this post was brought on by a comment I recently read on Facebook (which is ironic because for the most part everything on facebook annoys me...including said comment).

 It was a girl saying something to the effect of "why do girls care whether or not other girls wear SKIMPY COSTUMES on halloween" and "the only girls who complain about this are the ones who DON'T LOOK GOOD in skimpy costumes, they are just jealous", how trite and cliche right?.............Usually I would have just gone about my day but now I'm all fired up.....To the first part: you are correct, I am so thankful that my life involves so much more than caring about what you choose to clothe yourself in.......to the second part: you are 100% FALSE!!!!!!

Now, I'm coming from a place of newfound wisdom on this issue.....I'm not "hating" on you because I'm jealous that you look better in a skimpy costume than me, its quite the opposite in fact. I can pretty much GUARANTEE you that I feel just as SEXY in a sweatshirt, flannel vest and jeans as you do in your bra and underwear that you refer to as a "costume".

I don't know, maybe its from motherhood or just GROWING UP that I feel this way because I'm not like a staunch feminist (although I am a huge advocate for women's rights) but I would like to point out that I love my body....I actually am way more comfortable in my own skin after I had my son than I was in high school or college....HOWEVER.....I RESPECT myself enough to know that I don't have to show 90% of my skin/ cleavage/ butt cheeks to get the attention I deserve.

Like I said, this is not me trying to offend anyone or call them out.....it really doesn't matter to me what you wear (I'm more concerned with doodle's outfits).... and lord knows I've had my questionable fashion choices (we all have). But think twice before you go around saying that the only people that complain about you looking like a SKANKBAG are the ones who are jealous of your body....maybe once you enter ADULTHOOD you will have a different perspective. Or maybe you won't , geez louise there are still several "Real Housewives"that have yet to be enlightened on this issue!!!!!

What are YOUR thoughts on CLOTHING and ADULTHOOD....have you learned anything about how you perceive yourself? I hope so......because you are AWESOME :)


If you would like to see more of me and mostly DOODLE.....follow us on INSTAGRAM @doodlesmom812 and for more fashion, diy and behind the "seams" check out the WHAT2WEAR FACEBOOK page here

And for the necklace du jour......The Stella & Dot Lillith Fringe

Mountain Vacay

outfit 1 deets: top: bb dakota via fab'rik (available here )// vest: bb dakota (available here )// riding pants: american apparel // shoes: minnetonka (available here ) // sunnies: kawaii kitsch by a ( available here )// necklace: stella & dot ( available here
outfit 2 deets: sweater: costa blanca (similar here )// jeans: free people ( similar here )// faux fur stole: the limited (similar here )// shoes: marc by marc jacobs (available here )// bag: louis vuitton via saks // sunnies: ray ban (available here

I'll be honest guys, I'm pretty exhausted from this weekend at the mountains.......so I will see you tomorrow with your regularly programmed witty quips and amusing anecdotes tomorrow!

PS if you want to see more pics of the mountains (including all of the incredibly sweet ones of doodle man) you can follow me on instagram @doodlesmom812 or on Facebook.com/What2wearblog

Faux Sho

top: vince camuto// shorts: tobi.com// jacket: old navy(spring)// shoes: minnetonka(via endless.com)// sunnies: ray ban// bag: louis vuitton// jewels: stella & dot

Oh hey....its time for another rant so hang in there. You know what I don't like, things that are fake: fake bags, fake teeth and most of all fake people....although surprisingly I love fake meat...especially tofu, I digress. With so many blogs flooding the blogosphere these days I'm...how do I put this...getting bored! So you are a pretty face and you can afford massive amounts of designer goods...that doesn't impress me. What impresses me is those people that put interesting outfits together and that have awesome personalities and they find a way to make that come across through their blog. I won't bore you although I could go on for days on this subject....I just wanted to thank a REAL person out there for taking these pics for me and that would be Molly from [still being] molly......you are AMAZING and don't you forget that :) PS stay tuned for some awesome posts about the "Momiform Diaries" coming soon!

The "Momiform" Diaries: Pattern Mixing

The "Momiform" Diaries: Pattern Mixing

This installment of "The 'Momiform' Diaries" is all about pattern mixing. I know this is a lot for some to handle but once you get the hang of it and you know what patterns to mix then you can turn that boring mom uniform into a serisously stylish but comfortable outfit.

The Shirt

top: bb dakota (this top is available online through urban outfitters ....but if you live in the triangle fab'rik has it $13 cheaper!!)

Start with the print on the shirt. If you feel more comfortable trying new things then don't be afraid to do a trendy print like this aztec blouse. If you aren't up for trying trends then stick to classics like stripes, polka dots and even subtle animal prints. (Note: prints that mix black and brown are genious for pattern mixing)

The Bottom

Shorts: Nicole Miller Indego Africa



Make sure that the pattern on the bottom is around the same size as the pattern on the top. Also, its important that the colors in both patterns "go" together but they don't have to match. I suggest starting with a top and shorts first so that the patterns don't overwhelm you, then you can move on to pants and such.

The Shoes

Shoes: Minnetonka Moccasins (avaiable pretty much everywhere these days but mine are from endless.com)

As with all "momiforms" cute, comfy shoes are a must...like these moccasins. But beware, I would only suggest moccasins when going for a tribal or western theme...if I see you out in them with an ill fitting t-shirt and mom jeans I will be seriously upset (does anyone remember when the 15 year old mall girls adopted that look?)

 The Finishing Touch

Necklace: Stella & Dot Lillith Fringe Necklace

To pull the look together an interesting statement necklace is the perfect touch...if you have time add some bangles and lipstick (but if you don't, which lets face it you probably won't, don't sweat it, you are a mom...you are pretty awesome already :) )