Jun 27, 2011

Mix It Up Monday: Let's Try Belts

Okay, so while I was taking a forced break from blogging, I *did* actually live my life.

Crazy, I know.

And believe it or not, I wasn't taking pictures of everything I was wearing. 

BUT, I have been trying more new things, which was kind of nice to do without feeling like I should put it on the blog for people to view and comment on. 

But here we are, back together again, and I will return to allowing the the world to judge what I am wearing.  I'm a glutton for punishment that way.

One of the new things I have been trying is belts.

Now for some of you, you have been wearing belts for a long time and think it's no big deal.  And yes, I did wear belts before, but they were the kind that were just to hold my pants up.  With a big shirt over it.  Not for anyone to see.

Because I was kind of trying to hide my shape.  Not emphasize it.

But I started seeing all these other ladies putting it out there, and I wondered if I could rock a belt the way they did. 

So I tried it.

Call me fearless.

And here are two outfits I did work a belt into the past few weeks that I actually got a picture of.


At an end of the year event at my daughter's school. 
Shrug:  Walmart, Tank:  Target, Skirt: Kato, Shoes and Jewelry:  Avenue, Belt: DressBarn, Purse:  NY&CO.


Going out for date night...

Shoes and Cardigan:  Target, Tee:  Old Navy, Belt:  ??, Skirt:  Fashion Bug, (I think....it's old).  Necklace:  My WONDERFUL friend Stephanie made it for me!


Not too shabby, if I do say so myself, (and I do!).

I kind of like that it gives me a waist.  Something that has been missing in my life for a little while.  Or forever.

Anyway, here ya go.  Judge away.  But remember, I can delete any comments I don't like :)

I will be linking up at Real Momma Real Style on Momma Go Round , (and VOTE for me there by LIKING my thumbnail!),and What I Wore Wednesday at The Pleated Poppy, so
be sure to check it out!

***This post was featured on Momma Go Round this week!!!  Check it out! 

”Momma

11 comments:

  1. You are brave, dear belter! And the belt was working for you.

    I, on the other hand, will not go near a belt. So you have my admiration :). Great outfits!

    Followed you here from Real Momma, Real Style.

    Jeanine

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  2. Stopped by from Real Momma, Real Style. I hear ya on the belt thing. You look adorable! So proud of you! :)

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  3. I really like the belts on you! I love your necklace! Stopping by from RMRS

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  4. You are much braver than I am!. I have 1 belt, and think it looks ridiculous!!!!. The belts look really good.

    I came over from RMRS. I'm following you now, and can't wait to see what comes next!

    www.cdnmissmommy.blogspot.com

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  5. Oh my gosh I LOVE the belt on you!!! So slimming and totally shows off your shape! I did the same thing for years. I thought a belt would just highlight my thicker than thick middle.....now I have to stop myself from wearing one everyday. WAY TO GO!!! I'm featuring you in this week's RMRS feature post!

    It's Nina, this thing won't let me sign in. GRRR

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  6. I like your looks with the belt. Good for you.

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  7. definitely keep workin those belts girl! it looks good on you! :) and its a good thing you were out living your life. live life, blog about it later!

    thestyleprojects.blogspot.com

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  8. You rocked those belts! LOVE it!! Keep wearing them, you look great. I love your outfits too, very cute!

    I have just started wearing belts. They still scare me but I am working on that my beltphobia =) The other thing I need to work on is tucking my shirts in. I don't know if I can attempt that one yet.

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  9. Oh, I love the date night look. The pink (fuschia) is so your color. Love the belt too. I'm like you, that's the one look I've been afraid to try ~ the belt over the cardi. Very cute and I think you should definitely keep that look in rotation.

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  10. I think it looks great on you, I really love the deep red of your cardigan too

    Supper necklace, you are lucky to have a friends that is so talented

    Thanks for sharing

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  11. Three cheers for your belt bravery! You did great & I really like both looks - especially the 2nd outfit, which I would totally wear head to toe! So cute & great color combo :)

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