For the first time in ages, I actually had a free weekend. My schedule is normally packed (by design) because I prefer to stay busy and I need like to plan ahead. Lately I’ve been trying a more “hands off” approach to my Google Calendar mania, to allow for some much needed “me time”. It hasn’t been so bad.
This past week, I had some good mail. I was super excited to finally find a chambray button down that fits. Surprisingly, from Land’s End. Their sizing goes to a 3x, or 24/26-ish but they are usually generously cut. For their fabulous quality and lifetime guarantee, I’m willing to take a risk.
You’ve seen these pictures if you follow me on Instagram… but it was a nice way to start the weekend! Mail & a pedicure.
Saturday was actually pretty chilly, so I risked wearing layers. I fell in love with one of Rebecca’s recent outfits and it inspired me to try something new. The bulk of the chambray shirt under the sweater was almost too much for me. I don’t like to wear things that require constant adjusting and the sleeves were driving me up the wall.
I might have brought an extra top/jacket combo, just in case I needed a wardrobe change… but I managed!
Heart sweater – Forever 21, 3X
Chambray button down – Land’s End, 3X, here.
Skirt – Avenue, 26/28
Shoes – Clarks, “Valley Moon”, 9.5W
Necklace – Etsy
It felt like an oddly “grown up” weekend. Started with self care, met Chris for lunch at the tea house for yummy gluten free food, checked out a cute antique store, then we went on our quarterly trip to Trader Joe’s for some groceries. Of course, Chris was a good sport and let me take some silly pictures all day.
Since I was trying out the chambray shirt for the first time, I decided to take it a step further and pair it with a denim skirt. The skirt is a dark enough wash that it contrasts well. Wish I had a sweater other than this black one – but you make-do with what you’ve got! And sweaters in Texas aren’t really necessary.
Most of the time, I don’t know if something actually works until I see the photos… after I’ve worn it in public. A mirror just isn’t the same!
Chris kept laughing because I look like a school teacher “or something” from way back when. It took me over two weeks to realize that wearing an old pair of glasses was giving me a headache, so I’m sporting these cat-eye glasses (most recent prescription) until I get a new, every day pair.
As far as self care goes, I hope you guys realize that while taking care of the ones you love is important and rewarding… you need to take care of you too! A lot of my crafting, “beauty regimen” (if you call it that) and hobbies are all forms of self care. Heck, even blogging! Life can be hectic, but taking moments out of your day to do something for yourself and catch your breath can work wonders!
I have a bad habit of putting my own needs on the back burner while I’m trying to accomplish other things… and it always catches up with me.
How did you spend your weekend? What is your self-care ritual?
You just reminded me that Land’s End even carried plus sizes – I haven’t ordered from them in years. Just placed an order for three items. Thanks for the lovely post.
No problem! Thanks for stopping by. Land’s End has a lot of cute stuff!
That sweater is everything!!!! Eek!! If you ever need a buyer, I’m your gal!! :) I absolutely love this outfit top to bottom!! I’m a big fan of me time. Though retail therapy is nice, like you i love to spend my me time relaxing, getting a nice pedi and eyebrow touch up. It can’t happen often enough, but I love my me time, something I couldnt grasp for years, and it’s importance!
It’s from Forever 21, it will disintegrate after a couple of washes… ha!
Retail therapy has its uses, but doesn’t really work for me as self care – for various reasons. But a pedicure, self manicure, watching girl movies on Netflix and taking a break from the world? Heck yes.
I have that sweater too and I love it. I have been washing and not drying it and it seems to be holding up. My self-care routine includes hot baths, pedicures, HBO, my english bulldog Ellie-Mae and blogging!
Now that I have a denim shirt, I may have to syle steal this look from you! Love it!!
Hey, we should do a twinsies post with the sweater! Though it is warming up here, and I’m not sure how much longer I’ll be wearing warm clothes, ha.
Can’t wait to see your take on it!
HBO? Are you a Game of Thrones fan? I can’t wait for the new season to start. Ughhhh.
You pull off a denim skirt so beautifully! I feel like denim skirts don’t fit me right and I’m kinda scared to wear them haha. I do love that you paired it with a chambray shirt. I would have never thought they would go together so well.
Thanks Chelsea! I had my doubts too… but you never know until you try! And try again until it works out. I got lucky that it worked on the first try!
This skirt is actually a stretch denim – instead of a true denim fabric, so that definitely helps.
Looks like you had a great weekend. I actually LOVE that sweater. I’m pretty sure I tried to get one like that here a while back and they were SOLD OUT. Can’t remember where from though. You rock the look and the chambray goes perfectly with the darker denim. Whoever said denim on denim was a no-no is so wrong.
Thanks Kris! We did have fun! I think the heart sweater went pretty fast. Simply Be and a few other stores have similar versions, in different colors. I was reluctant to do the denim on denim… but the only fashion rule is: there are no rules! So I had to give it a try.
Good morning!
Sounds like a great day :-) I’m curious about the shirt though, can we have a picture of it without the sweater? That’s really my type of shirt and the color is lovely… Please give us a full picture…Thanks Nicole :-)
Hi Rachel, I’ll try to get a solo shot of the shirt. It will probably be in a future outfit post. :)
Hi, looks like you had a fun time! I like the outfit and the glasses look good on you. You are as beautiful as ever. Love you, Kym
Look at you Double D-ing like a babe! Love it!!!! I love piccys of you and the man together and the antique shop looks gorgeous. We have been antiquing and tea-ing lots lately- your other side of the planet twins! I really hope we get to see each other in June! xx
Thanks dear! Unfortunately, I’ll be missing out on FFFWeek this year. We’re heading to California and I have family planning to visit Texas shortly after that, at the end of the June.
But one day our paths will cross again!
I love this outfit. You are such a babe! Also, I love your glasses.
Thanks Gazel! You always have fabulous glasses so that is a high compliment. ;)
I always forget about Land’s End and I love them.
Great layering and I love the whole outfit!
It’s cute, modern, fresh.
Thanks for sharing your pictures also.
Yes! There is a lot to be said about classic pieces, and I love their touch of retro styling. Add in great fabrics, fit and a super amazing return policy… it is easy to love Land’s End!
Im a plus size bloger from Poland and I love your style <3
Thanks Julia!