Friday 8 March 2019

Five Work Outfits and Flatlays

Argh.  Let's give this another try.  I wrote it late last night and low and behold it disappeared on me.  Yep, gone, gone, gone.  Oh well.  


As a working mom I use my weekends to rest, recharge, spend time with my family and friends, meal prep, grocery shop, do laundry, clean the house, catch up on some reading,etc.  Okay, I am exhausted just listing it all. LOL!Anyway, in order to make the work week flow, these are the things that I strive to accomplish on the weekends, or as best as I can.  Another thing that I do is pick out my outfits for the week.  I check my calendar for events such as school visits, book clubs, professional learning development events that I might be hosting, meetings, or desk work.  I also consider the forecast and then plan my five outfits accordingly.  The reason I do this is:

 

  1.  I am not a good decision maker under pressure.  Since I often do my workouts in the morning, the rest of my routine (shower, hair, make-up, breakfast) is rushed.  I get overwhelmed by choices in my closet and it throws my day off.

  2. I like to know that I am utilizing the clothes, shoes, and accessories that I keep in my closet.  Planning my outfit tends to show me what I am reaching for and what needs to maybe find a new home if I am never in the mood to wear it.  It also allows me to get creative with my outfits.  

 

Generally this process takes me 10 -15 minutes on a Sunday.  Once my outfits are picked out I hang them in my closet, usually on one hanger, in the order of days M-F.  Usually I don't make flat lays but I did for last week just to show you how the outfits come to life.  Some of the items are old favorites but I linked up some great subtitutions, or the real deal when it was still available.



Day 1- Black pants (these are worth every penny), bold sweater, riding boots, rose gold hoops and simple "love" necklace.


Day 2- Poncho, fuax leather pants, OTKB and H & B necklace.



Day 3- Black tights, black turtleneck, houndstooth skirt, black suede boots, H & B necklace & sparkle ball earring. 

 


Day 4- Fuzzy sweater, plaid pantsburgundy pumps, H & B gold necklace & bracelet.


Day 5-Sweater dress, OTK boots, leggings, long gold necklace and gold stud earrings.

And that my friends is a wrap.  Follow me along in IG to see what I am wearing next week! 

18 comments:

  1. I feel like I would love to work with you, just so I can see your outfits every day!

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    1. Hahahaha. I do love work and downtown let's me have lots of different opportunities to dress for but next year I'll be back in a school full time so that will be a change in my daily style.

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  2. I try to cram everything in during the weekends too. I hope you find some time to be able to relax. Loving your outfits! Sierra Beautifully Candid

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    1. I do . As the girls have gotten older I do find it's easier just to take an adult time out. 😊

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  3. I love the day 3 outfit with the skirt. Definitely something I would wear!

    www.fashionradi.com

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    1. Thanks girl. Very office day outfit. Also wore it for date night and perfect for that too.

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  4. I love the idea of planning out your outfits. I might start doing that. I tend to grab the same things because I run out of time! Also, you look fabulous in everything!

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    1. That's how I felt. This way I ensure that I am wearing all of my items and if I am not it makes me pause to think if I need that piece in my closet anymore.

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  5. Day 4 outfit is pretty good for me.

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  6. Planning ahead on Sunday is such a good idea! Definitely would make mornings less hectic! I love seeing your flatlays come to life! All of these outfits are so cute!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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    1. Thanks so much Jill. I love seeing them come to life too and I am way less frazzled in the crunch time of the morning routine if most things are just grab and go.

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  7. I love your work style, Bo! This post will be featured tomorrow on my #SpreadTheKindness Link Up!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Thank you so much. YOu are the best! I'll be sure to come by.

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  8. I used to plan my outfits for work when I was working. It made it a lot easier to get on the train for my commute on time. These days I plan my son's outfit for school instead. I love all of your outfits but my favorite is 3 and 4! I hope you are having a great start to the week so far and happy Monday!

    Maureen | www.littlemisscasual.com

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    1. That's how I feel, mornings just run a little bit smoother because I don't have to think about what I am going to wear. It also helps to have the kids lunches, and my own, sorted out the night before. :)

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  9. You are so good about planning out your outfits! The weather here is so crazy right now with rain and cold and heat it just makes it a bit harder to do!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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    1. Seasonal change is super hard for planning outfits, isn't it. I honestly have to be mindful to take out the weather forecast and my work schedule when I plan the outfits out.

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