Hi I’m Katie!
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I’m a petite (5’1″) mom of two who believes you don’t have to spend a lot of money to build the wardrobe of your dreams. Being thrifty means spending intentionally, and I’m here to help you do just that—with everyday outfit ideas, affordable finds, and styling tips to help you build a wardrobe you love!
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How to Wear Black Jeans for Fall: 4 Outfits on Repeat
When it comes to how to wear black jeans for fall, my answer is simple: with everything! Black jeans are my all time favorite fall staples! They go with literally everything in my closet and instantly make an outfit look…
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Fall Teacher Capsule Wardrobe 2026: 20 Pieces + Outfit Ideas
I’m so excited to share today’s post! My back-to-school teacher capsule wardrobe is one of my favorite posts to put…
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What I’ve Been Wearing This Summer: Easy Summer Mom Outfits
I feel like every year around this time, I get the itch to round up all the outfits I’ve been…
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What I Wore on Our Lake Vacation in Wisconsin (Summer Vacation Outfits to Copy)
My family and I just got back from a week-long vacation in Suamico, Wisconsin. I did my best to document…
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What I Wore: Caribbean Cruise Outfit Ideas for Moms
My family and I just got back from a 7-night cruise, and I’m excited to share all my Caribbean cruise…
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Elevated Mom-Friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe 2026
It’s time for another mom-friendly seasonal capsule wardrobe! I know some of you were disappointed when I decided to skip…
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