Once upon a time I dressed cute, did my hair, wore jewelry and makeup, etc. those days are LONG gone! After two babies (currently 2 and 6 months old) I'm very unhappy with my body and I haven't wanted to buy new clothes in bigger sizes. However, wearing ratty old t shirts, maternity clothes and sweat pants every day is making me feel even worse!
I only have two pants options currently - black cropped sweatpants or dark grey cropped sweatpants. I feel gross.
I have started my own business and I will need to look more polished and leave the house occasionally! Please help! I don't know where to start! What's a good, cute, mom outfit? No fancy jewelry, nothing complicated, nothing uncomfortable. Good for lunch dates, grocery shopping, and very business casual events.
Any ideas? I don't even know what to look for! Budget is Target/Old Navy.
Thanks!!!!
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I've recently did a worobe rehaul, I needed to dress my new body.
These pants...seriously are the most comfortable pants:
http://ae.com/web/browse/product_details.jsp?productId=1328_2516_986&catId=cat6470529
I have them in green and navy, and want to get the rest. I wear them all the time.I'm a fan of clean & classic so I just pair those types of pants with a striped or solid shirt (Old Navy & Target have great choices) and basic jewelry.
If you need to go dressier I also like Target's ankle pants, I have them in black and a patern and worn with a solid shirt with a chunky necklace for some "bling."
I also wear these kind of dresses with leggings/boots when it's cold.
http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91338&vid=1&pid=711890012
http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91339&vid=1&pid=100237012
http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91340&vid=1&pid=712043012 -
@LuLu Mom: thanks!
I guess skinny pants are the thing now!
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@cmomma17: these aren't skin tight, so I feel more comfortable! I also have been wearing them cuffed with flats or ankle boots. They sit a bit higher too so my extra "fluff" on top isn't on display.
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I'd search pinterest for fall outfits, and then take some of the ideas and see what you kind find at those stores. Even better, you could try to put together a small capsule wardrobe, pinterest has tons of resources for that. And I bet you could get pretty everything you'd need/want at Old Navy. And do you have a Charming Charlie near you? They have very cute very inexpensive fashion jewelry.
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When I'm not feeling great about my body, I usually throw on a tunic length top with skinny jeans or leggings and instantly feel better.
I also like dresses alot when the weather is nice. Old navy has alot of loose flowy ones these days. I just got this dress and I love it (very easy to wear and chic):
http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91340&vid=1&pid=712028022 -
I love Old Navy's Pixie Pants! They are seriously so comfortable and make me look polished. I have the ankle pants right now but I plan on getting longer ones for the winter. I also wear a lot of longer skirts (knee length). I make some of them myself but you can find them in stores too. Here's a picture of what I have on today, it's basically my summer uniform unless I'm wearing my Pixie pants. Cardigan is from JCPenney (they have awesome sales and I like their cardigans a lot), cami is from Old Navy, skirt was sewn by me, and shoes are from Target. These are the Pixie pants I have: http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1018059&vid=1&pid=525427852.
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I would find some blouse-type shirts in black, white or neutral that make you feel good and fit well. (Silk is ideal but poly can look great too!) I'd get a dark denim and a black denim skinny if you will wear them in boots. Wide leg or flares that fit well at the top (I'd recommend high waisted pants that are slim in the waist and thigh) are on trend if that works for your style.
In winter- stretchy and comfortable dresses over leggings and add a cardigan is a great way to go- everything can be mix matched and look professional if you try to stick to black, navy, etc. Tjmaxx type stores are great options too!
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Got two pairs of skinny fit, mid rise jeggings at target. Dark and medium rinse. Stretchy so comfy! And just four basic v neck t shirts - red black white and navy. Didn't find any skirts, dresses, or blousey tops I liked. This is overwhelming!
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@cmomma17: I am not very stylish but I want to know more about this business you have started!! So excited for you! Awesome!
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Congrats on starting a new business!!
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@yellowbird: @bandmommy: thanks! I'm doing some social media marketing/blogging/photography for a wedding photographer and two real estate agents! Been fun so far!
Zero luck at old navy. I hate everything. Tried on a tunic because Pinterest told me too, but it looked like a potato sack.
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What type of things did you wear before?
I dress in whatever flatters my body type, I don't do the trends just because that's what is in the stores...takes me more time to hunt down trouser jeans, but skinny jeans just don't flatter me no matter what my size.
I tend to have a uniform, it's easier for me to get dressed that way.
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@cmomma17: Have you checked Loft? I've found some amazing deals on their sale racks. NY and Co always has good sales too.
I guess skinny pants are the thing now!
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