I like to shop at various places but my favorite stores include ASOS, Nordstrom, Loft and Shopbop. These are nice because they make it easy to search for clothes at all price points. Another budget friendly store is H&M. They are much more affordable than most and I’ve been able to find some nice, quality pieces.
After spending many hours in prayer and thoughtful planning, I have decided to step down from teaching and focus on building this website and brand.
You can read more about this decision here.
We have a lot of exciting things coming in 2016 and I can’t wait to share them with you. Thank you for your continued support and kind words!
While I was teaching, it was important for me to have a professional attire in the classroom. Teachers are important role models. Even 6 years old catch on to the subtleties of dressing professionally. I wanted my students to remember the importance of coming to the classroom prepared and professional. But let’s also be realistic. No, I did not wear silk or heels or pant suits. However, I did spend some time planning my outfits. I learned to invest in certain pieces that I wore regularly.
For work attire, I loved to shop at Loft, J Crew (can’t forget about J Crew Factory) and Nordstrom. I lived in these black jeans and these black pants. They were easy to clean and worth the investment considering I wore them weekly. I often paired them with longer tops (a great option) and flats (I love these and these) .
If you need something a little more dressy, I love this dress or this skirt. Both are super versatile.
I have a few techniques that I follow! Here are a few of my tutorials posted here and here.
image via my instagram page
calendar // scissors // stapler // sunglasses // monogrammed card holder
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I have been following you for quite some time now and I thoroughly enjoy your posts. I am a first grade teacher myself and love that although you’re no longer teaching you are still providing fashion tips for your teacher followers. Love this mini series you are starting! Looking forward to following along 🙂
Holly
http://www.teachmestyle.com
I’ve been following you for the past year and I honestly look forward to each post. I think you are brave and I can’t wait to see what you have in store for 2016!
Trisha
Please tell us where you get your hair done 🙂 I will drive hours to get that hair! haha but really…spill the deets! xoxoxo Sandy
You have become one of my role models. I went to school for Elementary Education and am currently a nanny. I love your blog and enjoy reading each post. It has inspired me to create my own fashion blog. Thanks for all the great reads!
Jenn
I have to know what app you use to get the clock screensaver on your computer. It’s something that has always stood out to me in your Instagram pictures and I need it! Thanks!
Love this post!! So fun to get to know you a little bit more, too! xo
@stylemelauren
http://www.stylemelauren.com