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Semi-Casual January 15, 2015
Sweater: Target
Shirt: Philosophy at TJMaxx
Leggings: Forever 21 (similar, similar )
Shoes: Tory Burch
Ring: Henri Bendel
Beanie: Forever 21
Bag: TJMaxx
Necklace: The Silver Wren
This is like the ULTIMATE mom outfit. There are soooo many days I just want to wear leggings because they’re so much more comfortable in jeans, ESPECIALLY on days I’m running around after Landon (aka, EVERY DAY.) I still want to look somewhat put together, but also feel comfortable enough to chase him. This “semi-casual” outfit is perfect for that! Let’s break it down:
Leather leggings: A step up from your standard leggings with the leather paneling. Automatically makes you look put together and not like you’re in yoga pants. Win!
Gray shirt: Covers up stains well. Enough said.
Cardigan: Covers your butt in leggings (a necessity for me). Also makes the basic shirt look less basic.
Flats: Perfect for running around. Because that’s what you do after a toddler. Specifically a boy toddler. A. Lot. Of. Running.
Beanie: Covers the hair you don’t feel like doing (even though it’s done in this picture!). You get what I mean 😉
See? It’s a step up from yoga pants, but not super dressy and totally appropriate for doing all the mom things. OR, if you’re not a mom, for not looking like you just rolled out of bed after a night of partying 😉 (I don’t know what that is anymore!)
But really, I love this neutral outfit and will definitely be wearing it again!
Christina at SWEET HAUTE says
comfy cozy, very chic too:) Have a great week!
~Be Sweet
Christina at
SWEET HAUTE
sweethaute.blogspot.com
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Christina, you too!
Chelsea says
Is it okay if you wear mom outfits without being a mom yet?! Haha! I wear something like this almost every day to work (my workplace is super casual) because it’s so comfortable yet it still feels put together.
Lauren McBride says
HAHA yes! totally okay!!!!! 😉
Kelly says
I’ve been eyeing those leggings for so long! I really need to just buy them because they really do make an outfit look pulled together!
XO Kelly
Lauren McBride says
I keep forgetting about them! They really amp up the look!
Abby says
I’m obsessed with your style, Lauren! Love this laid back but chic look 🙂
Abby of http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Abby! Laid back and chic is my thang 😉
Andrea says
Love this whole outfit, especially the leggings and sweater! Looks so cozy! xo Andrea
Boho Bunnie
Lauren McBride says
It really was! So easy to throw on too!
Jess says
I wear alot of color but love to see outfits like this put together for inspiration. Love the oatmeal colored sweater and the super cute flats. You look great
from the link up,
please stop by, jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com/
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Jess! Can’t go wrong with a neutral look 😉
K / Pure & Complex says
I am so loving your look. Casually cute is usually my weekend look.
Lauren McBride says
Thank you! Yes, I’m drawn towards the more casual look lately! It’s too cold here!
Megan says
This outfit is chic and comfy! I love the simple cardigan with those leggings! A good beanie is essential! Thanks for linking up!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Megan! I’m obsessed with beanies lately!
Oby Grace says
Adore look! Love finding another CT based blogger!
xoxo
Oby Grace
http://ispyoby.blogspot.com/
Lauren McBride says
Hiiiiiii from my area of CT! 😉
Lyddiegal says
Hey… you aren’t in Branford, are you? I’m just having a moment because I’m no stranger to outfit photos on the steps of my town hall and that looks an awful lot like it.
(Also loving the idea of leather leggings to fake looking put together.)
Lauren McBride says
Shoot me an e-mail 😉
Ginnie says
You look super cute and cozy! Love the leather leggings!
Lauren McBride says
Thanks so much Ginnie!
Robin G. says
I love how the leggings are two toned. So cute! And you look absolutely gorgeous!
Penn & Quill
Lauren McBride says
Yes, the leather really adds something! thank you!
Happiness at Mid Life says
Love this outfit! So chic and perfect for chasing kids.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you for TBT Fashion link up.
Lauren McBride says
Thanks so much Alice!
michelle says
Love this look! The leather leggings add the perfect amount of edginess
michellespaige.blogspot.com
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Michelle! And to think I almost forgot I had them!
Karen @ Lady in Violet says
This looks so amazingly comfortable! Love this outfit!!
-Karen
http://www.ladyinviolet.com
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Karen! It’s so simple and chic! Sometimes that’s best!
lorena says
Simple, yet put together.
Totally works.
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Lorena! I love outfits like that 🙂
Jessica says
Laid back and chic. Looooove your hair!
Lauren McBride says
Thanks Jessica!!