Momma, Look Stylish and Keep Up with Your Kids
(Inside: I want to be a stylish mom. With the recent huge shift in changing fashion, I’ve rediscovered shopping as I’ve updated my wardrobe. Here are some fun finds.)
Are you also in the phase of life where kids, mortgage, car, and Target, like a thief in broad daylight, take ALL OF YOUR MONEY?
(Help us, Dave Ramsay.)
That’s our current season. This fact has shaped how my husband and I exchange Christmas gifts. We love the idea of buying each other gifts, but we just can’t bring ourselves to buy something for the sake of buying something. Even if we’re a solid 80% into the gift, it’s still not enough. We have to be all in or we don’t want one more thing cluttering our home.
So…
We buy our own gifts.
On Black Friday, the two of us sit side by side with our computers and shop for our family and ourselves, and we love every minute.
I carry heavy money-mom-guilt, so I love the full-on-self-permission to shop for myself with trumpets and streamers dancing and not thinking about the fact that my kids just outgrew all of their clothes again.
It’s glorious.
Right now, I’ve rediscovered fashion. There’s been such a huge shift, from skinny jeans to more loose-fitted jeans, from longer shirts to shorter shirts. I briefly objected to these changes, confused as to why all the young people were wearing mom jeans when I spent my youth trying to avoid them.
But then, one of my high school students kindly stayed after class to online shop with me. She explained the new fashions, especially around jeans. Then I was hooked. And it has been fun to update my wardrobe with both comfy clothes and casual work clothes that help me stay comfortable as I try and keep up with all of my responsibilities.
Here’s what my new digs are looking like…
Look stylish in these comfy pants
When my kids were elementary school age, I discovered yoga pants. Sweet, sweet yoga pants.
Now, I’d heard some criticism of “leggings as pants,” but whateve-s, the haters were not trying to keep up with my three kinetic-energy-driven sons. I found that I moved quicker in my yoga pants, like Flash.
But this Flash wants to look cute, and after wearing those yoga pants for years, I discovered a more flattering upgrade that now when I come home, I instantly put on. This is still lightweight like yoga pants, but give me a little more room.
- Comfy Material: Made of 80% polyamide and 20% spandex women joggers, with 4-way stretch and soft features to provide you with a comfortable wearing experience
- ◆ Premium Design: These joggers pants are non-see thru, super lightweight and able to handle long legs with tapered elasticized cuffs to help showcase your unique curves with a flattering contour. They come with 2 side pockets and 1 in the back – allowing you to store your phone, earbuds, keys and other accessories
- 【Slim fit and not too baggy 】 Womens joggers pants are always a great way to show off your long legs. Which is always flatter your figure better. The same stretch fabric is used at the cuffs of the legs allow you to feel more free and comfortable movement
- Fabric: Made of 87% polyester and 13% spandex, supply a soft, stretchy and chafe-free dress experience.
Look stylish with these comfy tops
I love, love, love my mom shirts. If I have a weak spot for spending money, it’s on a fun mom life shirt.
Also, as a mom of three boys, I have a soft spot for boy-mom shirts. Because, indeed, my life is better with my boys.
- ♫ Made by Soft Cotton Blend, More Breathable and Comfortable to Wear.
- Unique gift for grandma or mom on Christmas, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, retirement, Halloween, or any occasion.
- MATERIAL AND GARMENT CARE: This mama long sleeve top is made of cotton blend and you will feel comfortable because it is friendly to your skin. The fabric of this sweater is a bit thin. Recommend not blench in order to protect the cute graphic. Recommend hand washing with cold water.
- MATERIAL: This women skull hand short sleeve shirt make of high quality fabric, soft and supple, wear able to make the skin very comfortable, plant shirt , o-neck long sleeve loose tee, soft material could make you feel more comfy and relaxed.
- Material: This lightweight sweatshirts tshirt is made of cotton blend fabric, light and comfortable…
- Features: fall long sleeve sweatshirts, lightweight pullover, loose sweatshirt tshirt, boy mom…
- Made of soft cotton blend fabric that is lightweight, breathable and skin-friendly
- Features long sleeves, crew neckline, and kangaroo pocket for a casual look
- MATERIAL: This mom shirts for women is made of polyester blend, very soft, breathable and you will…
- FEATURES: Boy mom shirt, mom gifts, mother’s day shirts, mama shirt, boy mama tee shirt, mom short…
- Material :Cotton Blend,It’s comfortable to wear.
- Boy Mom Shirt Funny Saying Mama T-Shirt Mothers Day Gift Idea Blessed Mama T Shirt,Women Summer…
- Material: lightweight and breathable fabric, soft and not see-through.
- Material: I Run A Girl Gang Saying Shirt is made of Comfy Cotton Blend with Skin-friendly, very soft…
Look stylish with these comfy sweatshirts
My closet also needs some sweatshirts. I love coming home after a long day of work, throwing on a warm sweatshirt, and walking my dog around the lake. It’s all therapy.
- Material:Made of premium 50% polyester 50% cotton fleece material, this women’s pullover hoodie is thick, soft and breathable. The quality fabric keeps you warm and cozy through fall, winter and lightweight for all-day comfy wear.
- Material: Super soft and fuzzy sherpa fleece material, this sherpa pullover will definitely keep you warm all day. Oversized sweatshirts for women in soft fuzzy fabric, breathable, cozy, comfortable.
- Comfortable & Stylish Design: This color-blocked sweatshirt for women offers a trendy and casual look ideal for everyday wear, combining style with the cozy feel you desire for cooler seasons
- Features: Dokotoo womens hoodies feature with Long Sleeve, Drawstring, V Neck, Pullover Hooded, Button Front, Drop Shoulder, Oversized Fit, Kangaroo Pocket, Slight stretch, Solid Color & Color Block, Casual and fashion style fits for any body shape, and a sweatshirt necessary for women wardrobe.
- Material: This oversized sweatshirt is made from 65%Polyester+35%Cotton. The fabric is soft, comfortable, and provides a cozy and breathable feel throughout the day.
- Material: Polyester + Cotton. Don’t worry The size is adjusted,and we lengthened the hem.
- Material and Size: S=US(4-6), M=US(8-10), L=US(12-14), XL=US(16-18), XXL=US(20-22). Women faith sweatshirts are made of 60% Polyester, 35% Cotton, 5% Spandex, super soft, comfortable, and breathable to wear
Look stylish with these jeans
I have bought 6 pairs of updated jeans. I wear them all the time teaching high school. I like that they look cute and I can dress them up with shirts and shoes, but I am comfortable walking around the classroom and helping students. The pair to my left is my favorite. But, here are a few more ideas.
- High rise: 9″, Inseam: 27 (unrolled), 25 (rolled)”,Leg opening: 13″,Measurements based on size 27 waist
- Give yourself the stylish comfort that comes in the Lucky Brand Mid-Rise Sweet Straight in Lyric Jeans.
- Material Baggy wide leg jeans crafted with mid-weight denim (58.2% cotton, 38.5% polyester, 2.3% Recycled fiber，1% Spandex) and rust-resistant zipper. Size Guidance Sizing may vary between brands. Consult the measurement chart for precise fitting—our jeans follow US standard sizing.X-Small typically corresponds to sizes 0-2 (waist 24″-25″), Small aligns with sizes 4-6 (26″-27″), Medium for sizes 8-10 (28″-29″), Large for size 12 (30″), X-Large for size 14 (32″).
- Straight Leggings High Waisted Jeans,Five-pockets traditional,zip fly and Button closure,Stretchy Bootcut Ankle Length Jeans,Shaping Skinny Denim Jeans,Classic Frayed Stretch Curvy Fit Jeans,Boyfriend jeans for women
- NOTE:The product size is measured manually and may have a discrepancy of 1-2 cm. Please noted that the size in the size chartis the size of the jean, not the body size.NOTE:Runs large – consider sizing down Stylish High-Rise Design: This pair of high-rise, straight-cut, wide-leg boyfriend jeans boasts a trendy high waist design, exuding a unique sense of fashion that positions you as a trendsetter.
- 78% cotton, 20% polyester, 2% spandex
- Inseam: regular = 32″,Leg opening: 17 3/4″,Measurements based on size 27 waist
Look stylish with these dress casual shirts
To go with my updated jeans, I’ve updated my wardrobe with some cute shirts. The whole tucked-in look is still a little cray-cray to me – I really like untucked shirts. But, I can get on board with the tucked in the front and out in the back. Or I’ll tuck the whole shirt in and wear a cardigan over it. Anyway, it’s been fun to update old styles that I’ve worn for a decade.
- Features: Dokotoo Womens tops feature with Long Sleeve, Color Block, Crewneck, Ribbed Knit, Drop Shoulder, Lightweight Soft, Loose Fit, Slight Stretch, Casual and fashion style fits for any body shape, and a shirt necessary for women wardrobe, perfect for year-round wear.
- SOFT FABRIC Crafted from an 82% Polyester, 12% Rayon, 6% Spandex blend that delivers a soft, breathable feel with just the right amount of stretch. The lightweight fabric keeps you comfortable through long workdays without losing its shape
- Fabric Composition & Properties: Crafted from a blend of 82% Polyester, 12% Rayon, and 6% Spandex. This material combination provides a degree of four-way stretch and allows for airflow through the fibers. The fabric has a smooth texture and a weight suitable for consistent wear
- Fit Type – Slim. Size down if between Bust sizes.
- Premium Flannel Warmth: Engineered with high-quality, dense flannel fabric that offers excellent warmth retention and a soft, scratch-free feel. Perfect for crisp autumn mornings and chilly winter days, this unlined jacket keeps you cozy without adding unnecessary bulk.
- SOFT FABRIC Crafted from an 82% Polyester, 12% Rayon, 6% Spandex blend that feels lightweight and breathable against the skin. The 4-way stretch fabric moves with you and holds its shape through everyday wear
- Soft, Stretchy Fabric & Versatile Fabric: Made from 60% polyester+35% rayon+5% spandex, this top offers a luxuriously soft feel with just the right amount of stretch for all-day comfort. The breathable yet cozy fabric drapes beautifully and moves with you, keeping you comfortable through fall, winter, and spring, also suitable for daily use.
Look stylish with these shoes
High tops are baaaaack, and (according to my students) you can wear sneakers with dresses. I am on board with this new trend and have found myself replacing my boots with more casual shoes. I walk around and help students all day, and my feet are way happier with the new styles. Plus, often, I’ll leave school and go to one of my son’s games, so I like that dressing more casually works these days. Convenient.
- Iconic Air Force 1 design details
- Originally designed for performance tyres, Nike Air cushioning provides lasting comfort.
- Padded, low-cut collar looks sleek and feels great.
- Basketball Shoes
- Lightweight and comfortable:These canvas shoes are incredibly light, weighing less than five ounces.This means they won’t weigh you down, making them a comfortable and practical choice for everyday wear.Even if you’re spending the day on your feet, these shoes will help reduce the strain on your body and keep you feeling good
- Durable sneaker construction securely bonds upper to rubber outsole
- 【Water-Resistant Upper】:Womens white tennis shoes use PU leather upper,PU upper is water-resistant and easy to clean.
Look stylish with these leather earrings
Almost every day, I have leather earrings on. I didn’t wear earrings for a decade because they hurt my ears. I like the bigger earring styles, but I could never really wear them. Discovering lightweight leather earrings was a game changer. All of these styles are great.
- Brand: western earrings by MONTANA WEST.
- Sterling silver and leather merge to create these rustic earrings. The pieces boast sterling silver in the French wire drops and the round medallion, held together by a thin leather strap
- 【Rich Boho & Western Style】This earrings set comes with 12 pairs of assorted designs, featuring concho turquoise, geometric round, wooden leather and sunflower styles. Mix and match to fit your daily outfits, country concert and western cowboy looks.
- ♥:Jewelry earrings set includes 24 pairs of neutral, gold and silver teardrop leather earrings, offering you various choices for matching your Uhairstyle and outfits
- [Fashionable Design] The design of these silver star earrings is very unique. The entire earring is composed of four big stars, which are very shiny. Can instantly attract the attention of others. There is also a silver chain connected to a silver hollow little star, making these silver sparkly earrings more exquisite and cute.
- 【PINK HEART EARRINGS】: The cute pink heart earrings are designed with triple acrylic heart, and there are some slight sparkle white spot in it, looks more charming.
- 3 pairs of 14k gold hoop earrings set in one order. These small huggie earrings set are really beautiful and dainty, heart huggies and cubic zirconia huggies is 12mm in diameter, smooth huggies is 15mm in diameter, Suitable for daily wearing or any other occasion
So even though the kids, mortgage, car, and Target seem to need all of my funds, I do have to remind myself that it is okay to spend some of that money to update my wardrobe.
And I love the tradition that my husband and I have discovered with side-by-side Black Friday shopping for ourselves. I like shopping for casual clothes that I can wear at home and/or work that help me feel comfortable as I juggle all the kids’ activities. It’s nice to make purchases guilt-free.
Parents take care of everyone else, but we also need to remember to take care of ourselves.
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Cheryl is a mom of 3 boys, wife, speaker, high school teacher, and author of Empowered Moms & Kids. She has a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and is passionate about learning and teaching. On www.empoweredmomsandkids.com you’ll find inspiration and encouragement for moms raising tweens and/or teens. Read more in the “about” section of this page.
