30 for 30: day 3 & day 4

day 3

 

 

This look is something outside my “normal outfit equation” (I just made that up – I don’t really have a formula/equation/recipe/process). It’s not unheard of to layer something OVER a dress (like I did here), but it’s not something I typically do. However, it was relatively warm out and I wanted to wear a skirt/dress without tights while I still can! And this tunic was a fun find at Target with my friend – she picked it up in another color, and I decided to try it in blue (probably my favorite color to wear). In the fitting room, we both fell in love with our respective try-ons. However, she’s about my size but went with one in a larger size so it would be more “slouchy.” Mine is perfectly slouchy for me, and I just LURVE the peacock blue color. 

Also, you’ll have to believe me that this outfit was more flattering on my figure in person. These pictures are not doing my midsection any favors, but, just trust.

day 4

 

 

My sweet friend, Amanda, and I had a lovely day date when I sported this fall ensemble. She also ended up being my outfit photographer for the day - she did a lovely job, posing me and climbing all over to get a good shot with the bright sun and funky shadows and creepers walking around (thank you!!).

I really wanted to wear a skirt because the temperature was supposed to be in the 70s. But I also wanted a shirt that would keep me warm. So, this black lace/crochet skirt got paired with my red and black buffalo plaid button up. These two aren’t something I would have paired together normally, but when completing a 30 for 30 Challenge, one must make do with what’s available!

However, I don’t hate how it turned out, and temperature-wise, I was very comfortable all day. First, we had sushi for lunch (where I met and fell in love with the cutest 6 month old English Bulldog named Mac. His parents didn’t seem to want to let him come home with me, though...), then we got our nails done, grabbed an iced coffee, and headed to the ARC for some afternoon thrifting. I found some books, and sweaters for Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties this holiday season (planning ahead, my friends). Amanda found some great work-appropriate skirts, and we both ooh-ed and ahh-ed over the Halloween costumes.

Also also, Amanda is completing her own 30 for 30 Challenge on her Instagram (@amandajeanwellness). Be sure to check her out and feel free to be inspired :)


See my list of 30 items here.