Not-So-Fancy Pants

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Every woman should find that pair of pants that essentially lets her wear pajamas in public. Yes, I know plenty of people actually wear pajamas in public, but I judge those people. Unless you’re sick, there are very few excuse for such behavior. What would Stacy and Clinton say? Something sassy, I’m sure.

Anyway, I’ve been trying to jump on the lounge-pants-as-real-pants bandwagon for several months now, but it took quite a few tries to find the perfect ones for me. I loved the idea of a silky fabric nice and loose around the hips that just drapes gracefully to the ankle. This post on Pink Peonies was part of what sparked my interest. I actually went to Nordstrom and tried on the same ones. Let me tell you, it wasn’t pretty. Apparently the lovely blogger I admired is actually 11 feet tall with the hips of a 13-year-old, because I looked like an Oompa Loompa in them. A few other pairs I tried were no better – even at Ann Taylor, who very rarely lets me down in the pants department. I had almost given up, but I’m so glad I didn’t! Who finally came through for me, you might ask? None other than trusty old Target. These fit perfectly, and with a fun print to boot.

If you’re like me (short and curvy on the bottom), let me save you some frustration and share a few tips on shopping for relaxed fit pajama-esque pants. Mid rise: good. Pleats: bad. Slightly tapered leg: good. Overly baggy: bad. Cropped length: good. Elastic around the ankles: bad.

Pants // similar Cardigan // Bag* // Shoes (on sale) // similar Bracelet // Sunglasses (on sale)

*Bag provided courtesy of Asos.

Silver Linings Lookbook

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First thing’s first: Today is the last day to enter the Lucky B Boutique Scarf GiveawayAt last count, there were only 20 entries. That means your chances of winning are pretty darn good. And your chances of getting tons of compliments on the scarf if you win it: even better.

OK. Moving on.

As much as I love fall, I kind of dread winter. Here in Indiana this past week, it seems like we hit the fast forward button on the calendar. “Oh, you like it when there’s a chill in the air? I’ve got a chill for you…” (That was the weather talking.)

So to help myself cope with the inevitable cold, I like to get a fun new coat each year. That way I have a reason to get excited for the first frost. You have to look for the silver lining, right? I think that’s a thing people say. This year, my new coat is this leather sleeved trench. I found my silver lining…or in this case, olive green lining.

similar Coat* (on sale) // another splurge-worthy option // similar Leggings // similar Shoes (on sale)

*Coat purchased with gift card provided courtesy of H&M.