Bo's Bodacious Blog: 2024

Wednesday, 20 November 2024

Ageless Style: Brown & Beige

Well it's been another hot minute since I've posted, one month to be exact, as the last time I posted was also for our Ageless Style Link-Up. Hopefully, I can get my act together and finish off 2024 on a weekly basis. #goals

Moving on, todays installment of Ageless Stylet is brought to you by Amy, Brown and Beige. Both colors are very on trend for fall 2024 and fall into the neutral tones. I am finding more brown shades in my closet this year in terms of not only clothing but also accessories, like the cute purse I am sharing here that I got in my fall FabFitFun box. I love how easily this outfit came together for me. I like a classic and neutral palette because it lends itself to adding fun details with accessories. For example my beige sweater is plain jane and can work with tons of things, but turn around and the bow detail is darling and a fun surprise. Also, an outfit like this means you can add elements of surprise and color with footwear, a great purse or in my case, dangly earrings that might seem too much for a work environment but were a perfect way to elevate this outfit without being too flashy. Anyway, it's officially winter here as of two days ago, the white snow fell, so I guess I got these pictures just in time! Also, my hair is awful but I am getting it done tomorrow and I can't wait! This is real life and the real me a few days post being really, really sick. LOL.

Shop This Post:

Shein Sweater with a Bow

Brown Faux Leather Pants (old; similar at Shein)

Isla Rae Jewelry Earrings (I LOVE HER STUFF)

Next month on Thursday, Dec. 19th we will be sharing our Holiday casual style so make sure to join in the fun.

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Wednesday, 16 October 2024

Ageless Style: Cozy October

Hello and welcome to the Cozy October installment of Ageless Style. Every third Thursday of the month the ladies of the group, and anyone else who wishes to follow along, showcase our styles. On November 21st we will be styling browns and creams for fall.

For this prompt I am showcasing how I feel cozy and stay super comfortable. If you've been around here for a while you notice I feature a lot of "office" styles because I work full-time in a business casual environment so the majority of my wardrobe fits that vibe. That being said on the weekends and evenings, I spend a lot of time reading and enjoying outdoor time with my family and my pups. On Monday, I showed you my newest splurge the Denim Dolly Romper from Smash & Tess here, and today I am sharing if you this cozy, leopard print Smash & Tess romper that I picked up second hand off of a local buy and sell, I linked the newest version of this romper here. Leopard is back in a BIG way this fall so I lucked out scoring this romper for a steal of a deal at $15. It's so comfy, easy to move in, and still looks super cute for doing errands. I love the loose fit, the soft fabric, consistent sizing and it even has pockets. It's like wearing cute pajamas all day long!!!! I've layered a long sleeve shirt underneath in the past for extra warmth but on this day I pulled out my bomber jacket for a sporty look while we went for a walk in the trails with Buzz, Oreo was visiting my mom and dad so she wasn't with us. Anytime I wear any of my five different Smash & Tess rompers (sporty Barbie, merlot velvet, emerald green velvet, denim or this one) I get tons of complements.

Now tell me what's your go-to cozy October style?

Don't forget to check out the other ladies and link-up your own posts down below.

Marsha~ Marsha in the Middle
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Mireille ~ Chez Mireille Fashion Travel Mom

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Jennifer - Overflowing with Thankfulness

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Joanna ~ My Slice of Life

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

Black Denim with a Twist

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving my Canadian followers and friends. I am spending the weekend with family, while also taking advantage of the long weekend to get caught up on photography, house chores and connecting with friends. I am going to keep this nice and short so I can get back to enjoying today with our family and my best friend.

This is the ONLY piece that I've invested in this fall and I am so happy that I did. This Smash and Tess denim Dolly Romper is a pricey item so it took me a while to pull the trigger and I am soooooo happy with it. I own several Smash & Tess pieces, 5 to be exact, and the sizing is consistent every single time. I am a consistent XS and you can see all the pieces here, here and here, and also another one is being featured on Thursday for my Ageless Style link-up.

Anyway, I love that it's a cross over between overalls and a romper. I also love the button detail, the belt is actually super cute but it can be interchanged with a regular belt and the front pockets are amazing! I am super happy that it's more fitted than I thought based on the pictures off of the website. I am 5'4 and the length is sport on! I layered a black shirt underneath for extra warmth but it's super cute without a top. My only complaint is that the straps aren't adjustable and they are too big for me and my mom with have to adjust them a bit; I could leave them but I think they would be annoying.

That's it, that's all! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and my Canadian friends, enjoy the family time together.

Monday, 7 October 2024

What I Wore: Summer to Fall Transition Outfits

On Saturday I was floating in a pool and by Tuesday I was wearing mittens. Crazy weather changes but the sunshine is back after a few cool days.

Yikes. September disappeared in a flash friends. Busy back to school, work, routine and fall photography have all been keeping me busy. Now that we are firmly in the first week of October I can't believe the wonderful weather we have been experiencing here in Sk. A couple of days have required mittens and wool coats, but for the most part it's been unseasonably warm and it's continuing into this week as well. I ended up switching out my "summer" for "fall" bucket just last weekend. I love adding a trench coat, bomber jacket or my leather coat to my favorite summer outfits for added warmth. Let's take a peek into some outfits I wore to work in September as we said goodbye to summer and hello to a warm fall.

What are some fall 2024 fashion trends that you are excited to try? What do I need to have in my closet this fall and in preparation for winter?

It's Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend, so wishing all my Canadian friends much love as they gather with friends and family to celebrate how lucky we are to have one another. My own family is going to split their time between time with my family, my in-laws and the cousins on one side, as well time with the just the four of us. I feel extremely lucky to have my family close by in the same city as we are, and many good friends that keep us young at heart and always lend a shoulder to lean on. Health, happiness, a roof over our heads, food on the table and love is all things to be grateful for. Love you all and thanks for stopping by.

Wednesday, 18 September 2024

Ageless Style: Summer to Fall Outfits

Welcome to another installment of Ageless Style. We are here to celebrate women across age, season of life, and styles, settle into a comfy spot and enjoy several posts through our linkup below. We are here every 3rd Thursday of the month. This months prompt is transition looks. If you live in warmer places you might not be ready to put away all of your summer favorites but also might be itching to add sprinkles of fall. Today I am showcasing how I am taking a cute slip skirt that I splurged on this summer all through the fall and even into winter. Let's jump right in.

Summer Nights

At first I was only going to get the skirt but my teens talked me into grabbing the whole set and who can say no to them and they've each already borrowed it once. I've also worn it a few times, including for date night with my husband to celebrate our anniversary. I see the top also looking so cute with jeans and especially black denim jeans.

Edgy Style

While days continue to be warm but evenings dip, add a simple white bodysuit and throw on your leather jacket, and cute sneaks to give this cute outfit a little feminine edge.

Forest Green

Shades of green are all over the place for fall 2024. From lime green (which is likely not making it into my closet) to subtle shades of forest green and olive. I love this combination because although it's a bit of monochromatic styling, the florals and textures are fun way to differentiate the top and bottom. It's the perfect for fall 2024.

Office Style

Super easy to make outfit #1 work for work by throwing on a classic black blazer and don't forget your most trusted and comfortable pair of heels.

Cozy Knits

Another hot trend this fall/winter is fringe style. I found this cozy knit at the local boutique at our lake, Nica's Clothing & Accessories (see items linked below), at their tent sale. In fact many of the items featured here today came from that boutique, including the 2 piece set, the forest green turtle neck and this sweater, along with a couple of new pairs of shoes. Anyway, I love the cozy, oversized sweater look paired with the slenderness of the skirt and white boots. It screams winter weather to me.

That's a wrap. I hope some of these transition outfits have you inspired to shop your closet or to add a few pieces to your wardrobe this fall. Now off you go to check out how the other ladies are styling their pieces this fall. Also, join us on October 17th with your own version of our prompt Cozy October!

Shop These Pieces:

Gental Fawn skirt (on sale) & top (on sale)

Forest Green Turtleneck (Nica's on sale)

Fringe Cowl Neck Sweater (Nica's)