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Semi-Casual January 15, 2015
Sweater: Target
Shirt: Philosophy at TJMaxx
Leggings: Forever 21 (similar, similar )
Shoes: Tory Burch
Ring: Henri Bendel
Beanie: Forever 21
Bag: TJMaxx
Necklace: The Silver Wren
This is like the ULTIMATE mom outfit. There are soooo many days I just want to wear leggings because they’re so much more comfortable in jeans, ESPECIALLY on days I’m running around after Landon (aka, EVERY DAY.) I still want to look somewhat put together, but also feel comfortable enough to chase him. This “semi-casual” outfit is perfect for that! Let’s break it down:
Leather leggings: A step up from your standard leggings with the leather paneling. Automatically makes you look put together and not like you’re in yoga pants. Win!
Gray shirt: Covers up stains well. Enough said.
Cardigan: Covers your butt in leggings (a necessity for me). Also makes the basic shirt look less basic.
Flats: Perfect for running around. Because that’s what you do after a toddler. Specifically a boy toddler. A. Lot. Of. Running.
Beanie: Covers the hair you don’t feel like doing (even though it’s done in this picture!). You get what I mean 😉
See? It’s a step up from yoga pants, but not super dressy and totally appropriate for doing all the mom things. OR, if you’re not a mom, for not looking like you just rolled out of bed after a night of partying 😉 (I don’t know what that is anymore!)
But really, I love this neutral outfit and will definitely be wearing it again!
comfy cozy, very chic too:) Have a great week!
~Be Sweet
Christina at
SWEET HAUTE
sweethaute.blogspot.com
Thanks Christina, you too!
Is it okay if you wear mom outfits without being a mom yet?! Haha! I wear something like this almost every day to work (my workplace is super casual) because it’s so comfortable yet it still feels put together.
HAHA yes! totally okay!!!!! 😉
I’ve been eyeing those leggings for so long! I really need to just buy them because they really do make an outfit look pulled together!
XO Kelly
I keep forgetting about them! They really amp up the look!
I’m obsessed with your style, Lauren! Love this laid back but chic look 🙂
Abby of http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com
Thanks Abby! Laid back and chic is my thang 😉
Love this whole outfit, especially the leggings and sweater! Looks so cozy! xo Andrea
Boho Bunnie
It really was! So easy to throw on too!
I wear alot of color but love to see outfits like this put together for inspiration. Love the oatmeal colored sweater and the super cute flats. You look great
from the link up,
please stop by, jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com/
Thanks Jess! Can’t go wrong with a neutral look 😉
I am so loving your look. Casually cute is usually my weekend look.
Thank you! Yes, I’m drawn towards the more casual look lately! It’s too cold here!
This outfit is chic and comfy! I love the simple cardigan with those leggings! A good beanie is essential! Thanks for linking up!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Thanks Megan! I’m obsessed with beanies lately!
Adore look! Love finding another CT based blogger!
xoxo
Oby Grace
http://ispyoby.blogspot.com/
Hiiiiiii from my area of CT! 😉
Hey… you aren’t in Branford, are you? I’m just having a moment because I’m no stranger to outfit photos on the steps of my town hall and that looks an awful lot like it.
(Also loving the idea of leather leggings to fake looking put together.)
Shoot me an e-mail 😉
You look super cute and cozy! Love the leather leggings!
Thanks so much Ginnie!
I love how the leggings are two toned. So cute! And you look absolutely gorgeous!
Penn & Quill
Yes, the leather really adds something! thank you!
Love this outfit! So chic and perfect for chasing kids.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you for TBT Fashion link up.
Thanks so much Alice!
Love this look! The leather leggings add the perfect amount of edginess
michellespaige.blogspot.com
Thanks Michelle! And to think I almost forgot I had them!
This looks so amazingly comfortable! Love this outfit!!
-Karen
http://www.ladyinviolet.com
Thanks Karen! It’s so simple and chic! Sometimes that’s best!
Simple, yet put together.
Totally works.
Thanks Lorena! I love outfits like that 🙂
Laid back and chic. Looooove your hair!
Thanks Jessica!!