Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey and it often doesn’t have a clear and definitive end. I’ve worked for the better part of a decade on my relationship with my body. I’ve done a lot of work. I’ve honored her, encouraged her, I’ve chosen to see her as good. It’s been an intentional journey to really break down and know my body is good, just as it it. 

But just when I think I have evolved past being critical of myself I go to try on swimsuits and boom I’m back. This past weekend I went to try on swimsuits. It was a last minute decision and I just popped in a store. I talked to an associate and realized she was picking things and putting them into a fitting room for me. I could feel my pulse starting to race. Initially I was frustrated with myself for feeling insecure about trying on suits but then I remembered that this is a journey. I politely told the sales associate that I just didn’t think I was ready to try on. In the kindest way she said, it’s fine, I’ll mark some things down and when you feel ready just come back. 

I’m telling you this story because sometimes it’s easy to look at people who share their lives online and think they some how have mastered living themselves in a way that you can never achieve. The truth is that for many people it’s something we still struggle with from time to time.

Just remind yourself that like most things in life there is no medal for being the most secure person in the room. Give yourself grace and just repeat after me, my body is good just as it is.
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First, try things. You are going to be stuck if you always go with a comfortable formula. 

Second, if YOU think YOU look good then go with it. You don’t need someone else seal of approval.
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Capsule Wardrobe, Dressing Tips, Style · August 15, 2022

7 Ways to Style a Shirt Dress

If I were to make a list of must have, classic, always in style items for your closet, a shirt dress would be on that list. They are virtually perfect for any situation. Need a coverup? Date night? Meet the Teacher? They work with heels, sandals and boots. You can cover them up with a sweater or wear them on their own. They can literally meet all of your dressing needs.

Ok, I have to tell you. The day Rachel and I shot this it was at least 90 degrees, and the humidity was so high. I had to have her peel the jackets off as we changed each look. It was bad. Know that I love y’all because I wanted to get this out to y’all asap.

How to style a shirt dress

The best thing about a shirt dress is its versatility. They work for just about any occasion and any dress code. I wanted to show you a few different ways to style this dress I got from Old Navy.

On Its Own

Pretty self-explanatory and simple.

Tiffany in an Old Navy shirt dress
Belt

Another simple look. This is also great if you look a cinched waist.

Tiffany in a shirt dress with a belt
Jacket

When layering a jean jacket is never going to steer you wrong. I got this one from Levis and it works really well. Also, if it’s still warm think about rolling the sleeves up.

Tiffany in a shirt dress with a jean jacket
Sweater

This is one of my new favorite ways to layer. I saw another blogger layering over her dresses like this last year and I loved it. Pro tip. I kept my belt on and tucked the front of my sweater into the band to give it a more cropped look. I think this LOFT sweater would be perfect.

Tiffany in an Old Navy shirt dress with a sweater
Cardigan

Short, cropped, boyfriend fit cardigans are going to be big this season. This would also look cute with a long cardigan too.

Tiffany in an Old Navy shirt dress with a cardigan
Vest

This is going to give you that fall look without the sleeves. I also love that you can see the puff sleeve on this.

Tiffany in an Old Navy shirt dress with a sweater vest
Blazer

Always one of my go-to looks. This blazer in particular just works with the caramel color of the dress.

Tiffany in an Old Navy shirt dress with a blazer

As always, I want to encourage you to try something new. Even if it doesn’t feel like it is going to be your thing.

XO,

Tiffany

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Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey and it often doesn’t have a clear and definitive end. I’ve worked for the better part of a decade on my relationship with my body. I’ve done a lot of work. I’ve honored her, encouraged her, I’ve chosen to see her as good. It’s been an intentional journey to really break down and know my body is good, just as it it. 

But just when I think I have evolved past being critical of myself I go to try on swimsuits and boom I’m back. This past weekend I went to try on swimsuits. It was a last minute decision and I just popped in a store. I talked to an associate and realized she was picking things and putting them into a fitting room for me. I could feel my pulse starting to race. Initially I was frustrated with myself for feeling insecure about trying on suits but then I remembered that this is a journey. I politely told the sales associate that I just didn’t think I was ready to try on. In the kindest way she said, it’s fine, I’ll mark some things down and when you feel ready just come back. 

I’m telling you this story because sometimes it’s easy to look at people who share their lives online and think they some how have mastered living themselves in a way that you can never achieve. The truth is that for many people it’s something we still struggle with from time to time.

Just remind yourself that like most things in life there is no medal for being the most secure person in the room. Give yourself grace and just repeat after me, my body is good just as it is.
Why this outfit works. #fashion #style Why this outfit works. #fashion #style
Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Gi Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Give a man three beers and he will make TikTok’s with you in your living room. #marriage
23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. #anniver 23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. 
#anniversary #marriage #piscesarieslove
Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dres Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dressing theory is two fold. 

First, try things. You are going to be stuck if you always go with a comfortable formula. 

Second, if YOU think YOU look good then go with it. You don’t need someone else seal of approval.
Friday. Friday.
Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701 Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701
Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style is about trying new things and to be honest it’s about getting things wrong now and then. What do you think?  Are you pro color palette or pro trying anything?

P.S. peep @caleb.blaine in the background
Trends I’m here for? Chunky necklaces. #spring #t Trends I’m here for?  Chunky necklaces. #spring #trends #trending #goldenlily @shopgoldenlily
Breaking down my outfit of the day. Why I think it Breaking down my outfit of the day. Why I think it works and how I can replicate it.  What do you think?  Is it a win? #ootd #fashion #style

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