I’m obviously super into stripes right now. I (happily) blame the summer. But while I’m seriously considering getting this striped bathing suit as my next striped purchase, I think I need to move away from the stripes for a bit. I tend to fixate on patterns and then I end up with a bunch of the same looking things in my closet. (Like how I went on that polka dot binge?)
Well, my friends, after visiting the new 789 Madison Kate Spade store a handful of times… I’m feeling myself just absolutely gravitating towards bows. #OmgBows
Some of my favorite things with bows that I’ve spotted online:
I love bows! I've been in love with them since I was … born, actually. I've cut back on wearing them because I start teaching high school this fall and it's hard enough to get high schoolers to take a 5'2" 22-year-old seriously without me wearing lots of bows. My favorite item, though, is a dress I got from Anthropologie yesterday – it's a navy-and-mint-striped dress, but on the back there are 3 bows! Striped and bows – can't go wrong.
basically my whole closet is stripes and polka dots. almost all navy and white. and i love bows for accessories. i have the kate spade bow earrings and i love them. and i have 4 bow belts. at least i'm easy to shop for?
Just found your page today! I've been into bows for a couple months now. It's kind of a problem haha. They're super cute though. On the hunt for a nice bow belt.
I have been calling myself a Chill Mom™️ since having Jack and now I’m realizing that I’m even chiller with Rory. (Like is birth order really less about sibling order and more about the version of mom you’re born to?) I’ve been just rolling with Rory’s infancy and I’m so much happier. Maybe it’s just that I’m more tired with a toddler too, or know that it’s going to go by so fast, or just have more confidence… probably a combination. I feel less obsessive and less stressed out by the details. I’m “making it” without having to fake it. As an example, today I noticed I hadn’t tracked a single nap- just watching sleepy cues and trying to get to a “good enough” pattern as Rory’s naps consolidate. Is he following a ~perfect~ nap schedule? No. Are we thriving? Frankly, yes!
(If you want to read my original Chill Mom post, comment “chill mom” and l’ll send it to you via DM!)
We came, we saw elephants, we ate ice cream 🐘🦒🦓 @ashleybrooke and I always talk about how we became FAST friends. Somehow we have been right there with each other during some of life’s worst moments… so it’s extra sweet that we now get to celebrate the good ones! Watching our boys play together, a little baby in a stroller, and another baby on the way… it’s everything we dreamed of.
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
you look GREAT *-*
good idea with the bow tie, I might try it out 😉
great idea!
lovely <3
xoxo Mini
http://www.miniswelt.blogspot.de
I love bows! I've been in love with them since I was … born, actually. I've cut back on wearing them because I start teaching high school this fall and it's hard enough to get high schoolers to take a 5'2" 22-year-old seriously without me wearing lots of bows. My favorite item, though, is a dress I got from Anthropologie yesterday – it's a navy-and-mint-striped dress, but on the back there are 3 bows! Striped and bows – can't go wrong.
Kate
katethealmostgreat.blogspot.com
The bow tie look, I love it!
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WOW! I did a post on bows today, too 🙂
http://www.charlestoncrafted.com/2013/05/24/top-ten-pins-bows/
Love them! Wish I was in flashy NYC I might sport some KAte Spade, too 🙂
Love bows too! I have this gold bow necklace that I wish I could wear 24/7, but I'd cry if it broke so I try to refrain from constantly wearing it. 🙂
<3
carelessly graceful
I too have an obsession with stripes. Bows are adorable and super fun for summer!
Happy Friday!
xoxo
shorelifeofm.blogspot.com
Those J. Crew sandals are AMAZE. I desperately need those!!!
I'll never give up my stripes obsession…they're just too chic and always perfect.
basically my whole closet is stripes and polka dots. almost all navy and white. and i love bows for accessories. i have the kate spade bow earrings and i love them. and i have 4 bow belts. at least i'm easy to shop for?
Just found your page today! I've been into bows for a couple months now. It's kind of a problem haha. They're super cute though. On the hunt for a nice bow belt.
I love bows, they are so feminine. These are some super cute picks!
xx
http://hotchildinchicity.blogspot.com/
i love bows!
jewellery with bows on it are my fave
xx
http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au
bows are so much fun when done correctly, and these are all super cute! 🙂
I love the tanks that are popping up everywhere with the drapey bows on the back! Super cute with white jeans.
Need it all!