Happy Monday! Are you ready to start your week? I’m kicking off the new week by sharing with you how I really dressed for my days during the past two. These are the outfits I’m really wearing and loving.
Remember, most days I just work in my home office. So these are all pretty casual looks. But hey, that’s where most of us live. Right?
FYI, I’m 5’8″, weigh 155, have an hourglass shape and even proportions. My wardrobe neutrals are black, grey and brown. And my signature colors are red, pink and green. You’ll see, however, that I’m still crushing on neutrals these days.
I’ve registered most all of these looks into my Shopstyle Page. So you can just click the link below any photo to get all the details about the items in the look. Sometimes items are sold out, of course, so I’ve linked similar items at various price points.
Work from Home
These first few looks are all work from home outfits. I’m still loving this leopard print hoodie. I think it’s a nice weight and it’s very soft. The hooded sweatshirt also comes in a black and grey leopard print. Both are still fully stocked. I styled it with my black blazer in this post.
I picked up these Levi’s jeans recently when I visited a Levi’s store. Curious to see how the old favorites fit these days, I spent the better part of an afternoon trying on almost every pair in the Levi’s outlet store. I was pleasantly surprised. These jeans are affordable, have some stretch but still feel like the old familiar brand. And I still love that little red tag on the back pocket!
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Around Christmas I purchased these Ugg slippers because I needed something soft to wear around the house, but also sturdy enough to wear when I took the dog out. These fit the bill perfectly. I don’t even mind wearing them on my back deck when it’s covered with ice…very carefully, of course!
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This next look is what I wore to work from home in the morning and then I added the blazer in the afternoon to go to the outlet mall. I really love wearing these commuter pants for days like these when I want to be comfortable, but I also have places to go.
The sweater is several years old, but I’ve linked to similar items.
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When I got ready to head for the outlet mall, I slipped off the sweater and added the blazer with the dickey. I must have already had that ribbed tee on (because I layer almost daily!) and just decided I didn’t need the sweater, especially since I’d be trying on clothes.
This blazer is an investment piece. Don’t be thrown by it. It’s absolutely amazing and I’m so thrilled with it. But any black blazer would look great with these pants. In fact, Athleta has one that’s a little pricey, but no where near as expensive as this one. I’ve tried that blazer on and it fits beautifully, TTS. It would be a great travel piece. I’ll put the details in the shopping page.
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I wore this next look to work from home, too. It may look a little dressy, but I think it’s just the fact that the sneakers have wedge heels. I had just picked up these sneakers the day before and wanted to play around with styling them. I love the look and I am really enjoying these sneakers.
I had kept hoping they’d be marked down, but I doubt they will be before summer. So I took the plunge because I wanted to share them with you gals. I think these wedge sneakers (oh so comfortable!) are a great way to add a little sophistication to your most casual looks. And the ones from Steve Madden are definitely less expensive. All that in the shopping link!
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I wore the next look on the next day as I was still playing around with these sneakers. I had also picked up these wide leg jeans the day before at Talbots and wanted to wear them. The jeans run small, gals. I normally wear a 6 in Talbots jeans, but these are 8s and they are snug. But they fit. If I were to go up a size they’d look way too big and they’d end up bagging on me.
I really, really like these jeans. It feels soooo good to have on jeans that are not skinnies. But these are high waisted and in order to look proportional, they have to be snug in the torso. So I think it’s just a matter of getting used to them. You’ll be seeing more of these!
Oh, and that pink cotton sweater is my first purchase from Everlane. It’s a medium and it’s really too big for me, but I didn’t feel like returning it. I also got it in the black in the small (I have no idea why I ordered the medium pink.) and it fits beautifully. It’s a boxy, cropped fit, so be forewarned. But it is a sweet and comfy sweater.
I am so sorry little Benji passed over the weekend. I know you all are going to miss him. They are part of our lives and family and that makes it tough. I love these posts of what you wore each day. I just wish the lighting were better so they showed up more.
Prayers for you on the loss of your sweet dog! I’m facing that with my 13 1/2 yr old doxie. His health is beginning to decline & I dread having to say goodbye. They are such loyal companions. Hugs to you!
Dear Kay,
I am so very sorry about the passing of your precious pet, Benji. I believe that all pets are special gifts from God and the love they give to us so very unconditionally is beyond comprehension. I am so glad for you that you shared 16 memorable years with him.
Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts, insightful comments and wearable outfits which just make sense.
You are a treasure! Have a blessed week!
Very sorry for the loss of your precious Benji. Sending you hugs.
Sorry about Benji??
Dear Kay,
I’m so sorry to hear about Benji. Condolences to you and your family. Dogs are so loyal with their unconditional love and companionship, and great listeners, too. I really like thise Laight jeans on you! Jan
So sorry about Benji. Even when we know that the time is near, we are never ready. Our furry family members give us such love and comfort.
I love the plaid scarf you have here. I just clicked the link, and the scarf is really reduced. First time looking at J Jill. I am going to look at a few more of their sale items, just because haha!
Your Blessing for the day hit home for me. I can be hard on daughter when it comes to Certain things. My dad is the same way w me and I hate it. I need to ask God to help me in this area.
Im so sorry about sweet Benji, Ik you will miss him. praying for peace and comfort. Nicki
So sorry to hear about Benji. Our pets love us so unconditionally and become another member of our family so to grieve is very normal – and necessary. We have lost older pets and I can say the void they leave does take time to get over (well honestly we may never get over it but it will get easier). I pray you are filled with God’s comfort and peace and the knowledge that he is no longer suffering. ❤️ ?
So sorry to read about the passing of your little Benji. Our pets are important members of our family, our 4 legged children that never grow up.
We lost our 16 yr old bichon last year and like you it was time to say goodbye. Hugs to you and your family and may you have good times ahead reminiscing about your sweet dog.
So sorry for the loss of your sweet Benji. It’s so hard to say the final goodbye to our furry family members. Prayers for you!
So very sorry for the loss of your sweet Benji. Our fur babies give us so much and ask for so little. My thoughts and prayers are with you❤️??
I am sorry to hear about your dog. I have a 9 year old dog (too young) who has cancer and we are just loving on him whatever time he has left.
On a happier note, you look great in all those outfits and I am thinking you have lost weight.
I was thinking the same…..you have lost some weight and inches! You look great!
I’m so sorry for the loss of your dog. It is very hard. They’re like family. Thank you for your encouraging blog posts. They’re very informative and helpful. You’re beautiful inside and out.
Dear Kay,
So many of us share your pain and sorrow at your loss of your dear Benji. I know your sweet dog’s passing has left a hole in your heart. Is it not astonishing the depth of relationship we have with our dogs? They are so trusting, and depend on us for everything. I think caring for our beloved pets teaches us so much about our dependence upon our God.
May our Lord bring you comfort, and a sweet repose knowing you’ve been a good steward of a very good dog.
BTW, I so love your blog. It is beautiful, informative, interesting, well organized, and I look forward to reading your posts daily. Thank you again.
Oh Dear Kay…….I am so so sorry for your loss? of Benji?. I could not imagine how you must feel and I am so sad for you……you have to get another, not to replace him but to give you back that love again?❤️. They do bring us so much unconditional love. Our CJ (Shih-Tzu) will be 14, March 1.. We love our boy so much and Connor think of that day when he will not be with us any more. Take care and may God give you peace at this time.
Kay, I am sending hugs your way. I am so sorry about Benjy! I love my two pups to the moon and back and worry about them more than about my daughter or husband. Perhaps take a little break from the pooches and travel then adopt a needy pet from a shelter! I have two resues and am so happy I adopted them.
So sorry to hear about Benji. It’s so hard to lose our beloved pets.
Oh, Kay, I am so sorry for your loss of Benji. Pets are a huge part of a family and it is so hard to see them grow old or suffer or pass away. Thinking of you.
Thanks so much Bev. It is a big loss. But we are so grateful we had him for almost 16 years. Blessings!