what to wear shopping

The Perfect Shopping Outfit

November 21, 2016 1 Comment

As I was typing the title to this post, I realized that some people might be doing their shopping online…next to a bag of cheetos…while watching the latest installment of Gilmore Girls.

The good news is, this thing has pockets (I KNOW, RIGHT?! POOOOOCKETS). I mean…they’re, you know… meh. ;) Pockets do make for great Cheeto holders, so this can work for you shop-at-home people too.

If you plan on doing your shopping out in public, this outfit will work for that as well.

It’s hard to say which takes precedence when shopping – being comfortable or being cute. You are more likely to run into people you know, so you want to look good. However…it will help your mood and moving throughout the day if you’re comfortable.

The good news is with this chic tunic from PinkBlush you don’t have to give up comfort or cuteness.

Wear it with tights and boots for a more casual look. Wear it with tights and high heeled booties for a more dressed up look. Either way, you’re going to be swimming in comfort.

I do love that there’s a pocket in the front. Not only because I’m a big Cheeto fan, but also because it’s nice to have an easily accessible pocket while out and about. You can throw receipts or your cell phone in there, which as a mother of a toddler is always a welcome space.

I discovered PinkBlush right after I had Jackson, but I wish I would have known about them before. They have so many beautiful maternity clothes and often run really great sales. But they also helped me out with my looks after I had him, which I found was the hardest part to dress for. Today, I still love to rock their stuff. So there’s certainly something for everyone at this trendy online boutique.

Follow me on Instagram, like the contest photo and tag a friend to win a $50 gift card to PinkBlush (that will get you this tunic AND leave you money left over)! *If you have won a PinkBlush giveaway within the last 3 months, you will not be eligible to win.

Here’s another post about a great outfit for shopping…that ironically is also leopard… I may be a little obsessed with the print.

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Avoid a Black-Eye Friday

November 26, 2015 No Comments

My hope is that you stayed at home for Thanksgiving and enjoyed family time and turkey.

Now that it’s Black Friday is upon us, loosen those eating pants, strap on the coupons and get your shopping done!

In order to help you with this full on frenzy of a day, I’ve put together some links that will help you with everything. And I do mean ev-er-y-thing…

The best outfit for staying comfortable, stylish and stealth while shopping sales (along with a hilarious SNL video).

How to put together the perfect Christmas list for yourself and others.

A whole slew of tips from how to protect yourself during shopping season, to what the big sales are, as well as store maps and who’s open when!!

Remember, West Town Mall is a great place to get everything you need and you don’t have to keep parking the car! (Also, two words: Auntie Anne’s)

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What to Wear When Shopping Black Friday

November 24, 2014 No Comments

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(This street though. Thanks Asheville, for letting me pose on it again :)

Every year I’ve got to get me a little dose of Black Friday. One crowd, one line, witnessing one fight or two and I’m happy to go back to the house and be done with it.

Whether I actually score a good deal or not remains to be seen. But I do leave the house fully prepared to find something for others and myself. Which is why I always plan my shopping outfit in advance.

You should do the same, and here’s my formula for a good one…

Start with good shoes. For this outfit especially you want to begin with comfortable shoes. Pick out your most comfortable (and a little bit cute) and go from there. These boots are comfortable and provide a little bit of warmth. Plus they allow me to wear big cozy socks which always makes life easier. These boots are from ModCloth (similar here).

Then I go with comfortable pants. My favorite skinny jeans that make my butt look good aren’t in the running here. I go for pants with good pockets and a loose waist band like these cargo pants I snagged at TJ Maxx a couple years ago (similar here).

For tops I always stick to a basic tank and a waterfall sweater. The sweater keeps me warm as I won’t be lugging around a coat, but it’s not something I’m going to have to keep pulling over my head when trying things on. I stick to a basic tank like a black one because I wear it under most shirts anyways, so when I’m trying them on I don’t have to take it off and can easily see what a sheer shirt will look like.

This waterfall sweater is from Forever21 (here).

Finally, I always ALWAYS go with a messenger bag. I love my Michael Kors, but it is heavy and I love having both arms free. I got this one for $5. You practically trip over them in most stores these days.

Go out with your own version of this outfit, and I promise you you’ll be a cute, happy, comfortable power shopper. Tune into FOX 43 tomorrow between 8:30/8:45am for gift ideas for the guys in your life!

Speaking of power shopping, you’ve got to watch this SNL spoof of a Black Friday commercial. It’s a little bit funny… ;)