Okay, my friends. I have stared at this blinking cursor for long enough…
THE STORY
…Occasionally I struggle with what exactly I want to write about or how I want to write it. A case of writer’s block if you will. Typically it happens when I am really really exhausted. Kind of like I am right now. For a couple of days now I have been stuck in regard to what I wanted to write. As is usual when this happens, it’s not for lack of things to say, it’s more for lack of functioning and cooperative brain cells to give me the ability to say it.
Although my lack of alert and functioning brain cells makes for a less than stellar post, I decided to go ahead and produce for you what I could. Why would I do that? Why would I share something that was less than high quality work? Because this is reality friends.
While it’s true that not all of us are bloggers, all of us do have days when we are simply not firing on all cylinders. We all have days when we are producing far below our usual level of excellence no matter if it’s writing a blog post, completing paperwork, cooking dinner or simply getting through the day.
What’s the point of this meandering drivel? The point is this…even when we are exhausted, tapped out and barely able to function we still make a valuable contribution even if it does not feel like it. We still can shine our light, even if it is a bit dimmer than usual. We still need to show up and share our gifts with the world because sometimes all it takes is the dimmest of light to lead another out of the darkness.
THE OUTFIT
Today’s outfit tells the story of perhaps the most comfortable dress ever invented. Who knew that taking the humble hoodie and transforming it into a hoodie dress would make such a difference? The moment that I spotted it at Walmart I had to have it…it spoke to my inner sloth. The day that I wore it though and realized just how comfortable it was made me go back for a second hoodie dress in black. Sadly it sold out super quickly both in stores and online, but I’ve linked some excellent options below.
Because I’m a huge fan of pairing opposites I layered my black and white glen plaid blazer over top. I love the super casual yet business-y vibe that the two together give off. As usual at this time of year, the over the knee boots and tights were necessary for practicality…it was just a bit too chilly for bare legs. Speaking of bare legs though, how cute will the hoodie dress be in the springtime paired with sneakers and no tights with a denim jacket layered over top? Definitely an outfit you’ll be seeing in a few months!
THE TIP
I don’t know about you, but I always feel so much better in my clothing when I am actually comfortable in what I’m wearing. However, what is comfortable for me isn’t necessarily what is comfortable for you. While I could seriously wear this hoodie dress every single day, you might feel more at home in dress pants, a button down shirt and a pair of fabulous pumps.
The key is to determine exactly what pieces/styles of clothing make you feel most comfortable…physically, mentally and emotionally. Once you have honed in on the pieces that work for you, try to incorporate them into your daily wardrobe rotation.
“Being truly comfortable frees you from distraction and allows your true beauty the opportunity to shine…”
THE LINK UPS
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Dress: Walmart (Similar); Boots: Amazon; Blazer: Nordstrom (Similar)
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