LAYERING FOR WARMTH
It is casual Friday today! Some of you have mentioned before that Fridays were the day to go casually dressed. I work at a lumber company so any day could be casual for me. However, I know that places like the bank might only let you wear jeans on a Friday. I try to mix up my outfits and wear something for a wide variety of women. I do get emails occasionally telling me that they prefer casual clothing, office-appropriate clothing, dressier outfits, wear more vintage clothing, and only items that are currently in the stores. Lol! As you can guess, it is impossible to make “everyone” happy.
But, just like I am an includer, I am also a people-pleaser. When I get an email requesting something then I try to jump through hoops to make it happen. Some of you have said that you would like to see Joe more on the blog but that one I can’t make happen. Lol! He just won’t take pictures on a regular basis and when he does they can’t always be used. Lol! I do want to continue to grow my blog so I am open to suggestions. I can’t believe I just said that because I am liable to get my feelings hurt. So, what would you like to see more of, what would you like to see me change, what type clothing would you like to see me style more, what interests you most about the blog, what stores do you like the best, and how long have you been reading? You know that I am going to have a give away for those who contribute. Lol! I will giveaway a Kate Spade bangle on Monday so be sure to contribute today and tomorrow and then check back on Monday to see who the winner is. BTW, saying “do more giveaways” is not a valid response. Hahaha!
Today I am just trying to stay warm. When you wake up to 12-degree temperatures you might want to layer your clothing. I know a lot of you live in way colder places than me so you can feel free to weigh in on that. I added this navy and fuschia pink lightweight puffer vest from Crown & Ivy. I don’t normally wear the big puffer vests but will instead choose the lightweight versions because I don’t want the added bulk around my waistline. However, if I lived in a colder climate then I wouldn’t care if my waist was thicker, I would dress like a Polar Bear if it kept me warm. This vest is several years old but there are a lot of styles to choose from.
I love the Shaila earrings. These pearl studs are really large and show really well even with longer hair. I told you yesterday that you could wear pearls with jeans so I thought that I would style them that way. I have the Lottie necklace on again today and I love the versatility. I have even added a pendant to this necklace for a different look. The bracelet is the Valerie and it has tiny pearls attached to an elastic bracelet. It has some movement and it is really pretty. I ordered 500.00 in Plunder jewelry the other day! I have decided to up the ante. From the 15th of the month until the last day of January, when you order at least 75.00 (excluding taxes and shipping) you will get ONE additional piece of jewelry from me. But, if you order at least 125.00 (excluding taxes and shipping) then you will get TWO items from me! January is the month to make your purchases!!! Go to plunderdesign.com/taniastephens to place an order and be sure to pick a party with my name on it. 
I love my Diana jeans by Kut From The Kloth. I had never tried this brand until I got these in one of my Trunk Club shipments. Remember that I don’t have a lot of shopping opportunities where I live so I am not familiar with brands that you might see all the time. This pair fits me like a glove and they are my normal size of a 10. The link I added for the jeans takes you to where they are on sale right now for 50% off. GO NOW!!!
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I really like this outfit except for the boots. This is the thing I think you should change. You frequently wear a contrasting shoe or boot with pants. This cuts off your leg. To elongate your legs you should continue the same or similar color on your feet. With these jeans a navy boot or even a black boot whould have been better. Love the vest and white top with the jeans. Very nice.
Keep doing what you’re doing – I pretty much love everything you style! The clothes you style are pretty affordable for the average woman, so that’s huge in my book! I’ve learned so much from you since following your blog! You are a rock star!!!
I like you blog. You are honest, genuine and a little goofy. Just my recipe. ❤️
I have been following you for over a year. You have really influenced the way I dress now and I Am way past 50. Love your blog. Have you ever bought clothes from Christopher Banks/CJ Banks? That is my favorite store. Good quality clothes and stylish. I would like to see you style some of their clothes if you can. Keep up the good work. I look forward to your blog every morning.
My request is that YOU keeping doing YOU Tania. I like the variety, the practicality, the personality in your blog! You are what keeps me reading every day. To see your sunny but real self. It’s a fun part of my daily routine, and inspires me to adapt trends to what works for me. Thank you!
I have been with you from the start. I enjoy reading your blog to keep up with your daily life, family,work etc. I especially like that you are a Christian and post something inspirational on Sunday.
I have mixed things up in my closet since reading your blog and love the task that you suggested of creating an outfit from an accessory. Your blog has increased my knowledge base since I have never seen a Cato’s store (had never even heard of it or Plunder Jewelry) and had never shopped at Old Navy for adult female clothing.
Living in a state with the wind chill this week of minus 37 below I would appreciate more layering looks and Ugg boot styles/ coats/ winter scarves/ boiled wool jackets etc. (winter outfits). But perhaps those aren’t items you even have a need for in your closet.
The only thing I don’t like about your blog and would like to see changed is ……the daily advertisement for Rodan and Fields that is the final paragraph at the end of every one of your posts. I skip the last paragraph daily. I know that you sell it and i know that I can contact you or an consultant if I am interested in purchasing the products, and don’t care to read about it daily.
Otherwise keep up the good work, I enjoy your blog. God bless you for all the enjoyment you bring to your faithful readers.
I have been reading your blog now for about 6 months. I love it! My husband always says that I dress too frumpy (I didn’t think I was!!!) so I was looking for inspiration and ideas and have found it on your site. I am 50+ years old but still have a teenage son at home. So I was looking for age appropriate clothing. I don’t want to dress like a teeny bopper but don’t want to look matronly either. I want to set a good example for my boys in how a mom should dress while still dressing with my husband in mind. (That’s hard to balance sometimes. LOL!!!) I look forward to your e-mails every morning and have found many wonderful ideas. I have even shared your site with a few friends. I love your fun attitude and generous spirit. Keep doing exactly what you are doing. It is perfect. Thank you for your encouraging words and your hard work and efforts.
I think I subscribed about 6 months after you started your blog. I found you on Pinterest as I was checking into Plunder (my daughter had just become a stylist). I absolutely loved your style! My favorite is when you style things that are easily put together from any brand and also from inexpensive stores such as Cato. My “style” Pinterest board is about 95% Tania! LOL! Keep up the good work!
Like your outfit today. Such a pretty pop of color to wear in the winter!
Tania, part of what makes this blog so special is it’s your style. You’ve inspired many outfits for me personally. The great thing is I have a lot of the same things in my closet already. I love that you use high end and less expensive brands to incorporate your style. It is always fun to read about what goes on in your daily life. I especially love your posts on Sundays. I wouldn’t change a thing!