Top Tips for the Postpartum Lady

Happy Friday, everyone! Today I am guest posting over at Stethoscopes, Style, & Grace. The topic?Tops that are postpartum friendly. I'll give you a little taste of what I'm talking about:  

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The Pin Tuck: A pin tuck is a very narrow narrow tuck, or pleat, used as ornament in a garment. When used below the neckline of a top, the result is a slight gathering of fabric that flows into a looser fit through the middle to the bottom hem. This can be flattering because you aren't swallowed up in the garment thanks to the tucks, but it is more generous through the midsection.

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The Slouchy Sweater: This is the sweater that has a slouchier, looser cut. Some versions are rather cropped, others are longer and may be called tunic sweaters. A bit of slouch can hide a multitude of lumps.

For four more flattering styles, head on over to Stethoscopes, Style, & Grace!

De-frumpifying the Third Trimester

Today I'm honored to be guest posting over at This Felicitous Life on the above mentioned topic. I'll give you a hint - it's all about affordable stylish staples. Head on over and check it out. Meet me back here tomorrow :)

Back to the Basics

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Couldn't style be defined in the same way?

Real style is about being comfortable, not the stretchy pants type of comfort, but the more profound at ease type. At ease because you have intentionally put yourself together. You've acknowledged both what you love and what you dislike about your appearance, and highlighted one while downplaying the other.  At ease because you've been honest and respectful regarding what God gave you. At ease because you refuse to play the denial game. And at ease because you like what you are wearing, because it is true to your personality and your life.

It sounds so great doesn't it, this being at ease, this forgetful elegance that is the opposite of self-absorption and vanity? So how does one get there? Is it just the gift of a few?

Not at all! Style, while imbued with elements of instinct, is actually quite rational. Once broken down into its basic elements, it can be mastered and modified as the different stages of life play out. So, in this instance, knowledge really is power.

Over the next few weeks, I think it would be a good idea to revisit these basics of style, the elements of body type, coloring, and personality. In the words of Coco Chanel, "Fashion changes, but style endures." So let's talk about it.