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Top 10 Natural Lipsticks

August 17, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodBeauty, Makeup Tips, Style

Are you looking for a beautiful lipstick you can wear any time of the year? Do you want a lipstick that uses more natural ingredients yet still looks and feels great? These 10 natural lipsticks are gorgeous year-round! Plus, they are more natural than most lipsticks available, which is especially important to me as a mom.

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10 Natural Lipsticks

I’m excited to share with you my top 10 favorite natural lipsticks! They are so pretty. Here are 10 natural lipsticks that range from elegant nude lipsticks to pretty pinks!

1. Au Naturale (Color: Marrakesh) This is my go-to color that I wear most days!

2. Au Naturale (Color: Grace)

3. Au Naturale (Color: GH Rose Glow)

4. Au Naturale (Color: Innocence)

5. Axiology (Color: The Goodness)

6. 100% Pure (Color: Foxglove)

7. 100% Pure (Color: Peony)

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8. 100% Pure (Color: Sultry)

9. Suntegrity (Color: Sunny Blush)

10. Suntegrity (Color: Solar Rose)

Lipsticks for Any Time of the Year

I find any time of the year is a great time for these natural lipsticks!

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75+ Beautiful Maxi Skirts for Summer to Fall {Transition to Fall Fashion}

August 15, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Style

Maxi skirts are lovely for summer or fall. A maxi skirt can easily be worn for a casual day on the beach or used for anything from a swim coverup to dressed up and looking fabulous for dinner. I’ve rounded up 75+ maxi skirts for summer to fall to help you find the maxi skirt or skirts you love!

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Beautiful Maxi Skirts for Summer or Fall

It can be tricky to transition from summer fashion to fall fashion, especially if you live in areas where it is warm for most of fall. I’ve put this maxi skirt roundup together to help make the transition easier for you!

As a mom, I think maxi skirts and dresses are great. Because they are long, you don’t have to worry about keeping your skirt down when you get down to play with your baby or child or when you bend down to pick up your baby or child. Plus, maxi skirts have a classy elegance. They are an easy go-to when you want to throw a quick, great outfit together by adding a maxi skirt to a white, black, or neutral top!

Also, if you’re wondering whether you can wear white in the fall, especially on your lower half, the answer is yes! You can read more about wearing white in the fall here.

Here are 9 gorgeous maxi skirts for summer or fall!

Read more about and shop the skirts in the cover photo!

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I love this pretty skirt! The flowers add interest and the slit makes the skirt sexier and more youthful. Comes in over 10 different color/style maxi skirts! Under $20!

This is a beautiful skirt and I love the tulle! Comes in 6 different color/style maxi skirts! Only $40!

A great hanging maxi skirt with an animal print, which is perfect for the rest of summer and all throughout the fall! Comes in regular and plus sizes. Under $50!

This skirt has a nice light feel since the fabric is partly see through to above the knee. Makes it great for summer but also warmer fall weather. Comes in 19 different color/style maxi skirts! Only $20!

This maxi skirt is so pretty! It has such an elegant feel to it with the asymmetrical ruffles, which adds to the trending animal print. Under $200!

A more basic and flowy maxi skirt that can easily be paired with lots of items. Comes in 19 different color/style maxi skirts! Only $20!

Another maxi skirt that has a lighter, airy feel since the fabric is partly see through higher up this time to the mid-thigh. Makes it great for summer but also warmer fall weather. Love the animal print! Comes in 5 different color/style maxi skirts! Also really like the black with roses style. Under $15!

This skirt is a fun way to make your outfit dressier! Comes in 11 different color/style maxi skirts! Under $25!

Such pretty details on this white skirt! Under $50!

Here are 38 more gorgeous maxi skirts for summer!

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Comes in 9 different color/style maxi skirts!

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This maxi skirt is reversible.

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Comes in 30 different color/style maxi skirts!

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Comes in 3 different color/style maxi skirts!

This maxi skirt is under $10, but you do have to pay shipping. Comes in 2 different color/style maxi skirts!

Here are many more gorgeous maxi skirts for summer or fall!

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Here are some final gorgeous maxi skirts for summer or fall!

See the photos and links below. Click on the link under the photo.

Pleated Full Length Skirt

Full Length Solid Skirt

Tribal Print Maxi Skirt

Favorite Maxi Skirts for Summer or Fall

What are your favorite maxi skirts above? Do you have a favorite way to style and wear maxi skirts?

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Outfit Inspiration: What I Wore During Our Palm Springs Summer Trip {Vacation Style}

August 9, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFamily, Fashion, Mom Life, Outfits, Style, Toddler

Are you looking for some new summer outfits or inspiration for your next vacation? I’m sharing what I wore during our Palm Springs summer trip to give you inspiration and exact outfits! These are fabulous outfits for summer and warm weather!

Outfits modeled by me, Christina Chitwood, many with our 17 month old son, Caleb. Photos taken by my husband, Tom. Photos in Palm Springs, California and surrounding areas.

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What I Wore During Our Palm Springs Summer Trip

My husband, Tom, our son, Caleb, and I went to Palm Springs and the surrounding areas to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary! It was so special to celebrate this incredible time in our lives with our toddler son! I dressed for hot weather since it was over 110 degrees each day, but these work great for regular warm weather, too.

Here are my outfits from our Palm Springs summer trip! I’m also linking exact or similar items to what Caleb and Tom are wearing.

Top: H&M (under $20!)

Shorts: AGOLDE (Also available here.)

Handbag: MARC JACOBS, comes in 5 colors)

Sandals: Gentle Souls (on sale under $100!) (Also available here.)

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here.)

Watch: Apple Watch 4, 40mm

What I’m Wearing:

Dress: Amazon (under $35!)

Handbag: MARC JACOBS, comes in 5 colors)

Sandals: Gentle Souls (on sale under $100!) (Also available here.)

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here.)

Watch: Apple Watch 4, 40mm

What Our Son’s Wearing:

Outfit: Carter’s (Also available here.)

Shoes: OshKosh B’Gosh

What My Husband’s Wearing:

Shirt: Robert Graham

Shorts: Travis Mathew (Similar style available here and here.)

Sandals: OLUKAI

Top: Amazon, comes in 6 colors (under $20!)

Shorts: AGOLDE (Also available here.)

Handbag: MARC JACOBS, comes in 5 colors)

Sandals: Gentle Souls (on sale under $100!) (Also available here.)

Hat: Brixton

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here.)

Watch: Apple Watch 4, 40mm

What My Son’s Wearing:

Outfit: Calvin Klein (Similar style available here and here.)

Shoes: OshKosh B’Gosh

What I’m Wearing:

Swimsuit Cover Up: La Blanca, comes in 6 colors. (Also available in white and black here (on sale!).)

Swimsuit: Amazon (under $30!)

Sandals: Sam Edelman, comes in tons of colors (I usually size down 1/2 a size in slides, and I sized down in these.). (Also available here (on sale!), here, and here.)

What My Son’s Wearing:

UPF 50+ One Piece Swimsuit with Hood: Coolibar

What I’m Wearing:

Swimsuit Cover Up: Amazon (under $20!)

Swimsuit: Amazon (under $30!)

What My Son’s Wearing:

UPF 50+ One Piece Swimsuit with Hood: Coolibar

Dress: Amazon, comes in 3 colors in addition to many more similar styles (under $30!)

Handbag: MARC JACOBS, comes in 5 colors)

Sandals: Gentle Souls (on sale under $100!) (Also available here.)

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here.)

Watch: Apple Watch 4, 40mm

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Outfit Featuring Nordstrom Halogen Cardigan and 1.State Camisole {Under $100 Fashion Review}

August 1, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Outfits, Style

Are you looking for some new items that work well for both summer and fall? This outfit featuring Nordstrom Halogen Cardigan and 1.State Camisole is very versatile, so the items can be mixed and matched with other summer or fall items easily! This entire outfit is a part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and I’m so excited to share it with you!

Look modeled by me, Christina Chitwood. Photos taken by my husband, Tom, with our 16 month old son in a back baby carrier. Photoshoot in Oceanside, California.

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Outfit Featuring Nordstrom Halogen Cardigan and 1.State Camisole

This is such a great fall outfit, yet I will be also mixing and matching these items for the rest of the summer! Great transitional pieces are so helpful.

This cardigan is lightweight, and goes with almost anything. It feels great. It’s light enough to wear in the summer as well as during the fall. It goes great with jeans, shorts, or a dress.

I love a good pair of high-waisted denim! These jeans are just that, and they are a lovely dark wash. Plus, they have some stretch to them.

These boots are super comfortable even with a little heel, and they feel really balanced to wear holding a toddler! That’s a big deal for me because I’ve only been wearing tiny heels and flats since Caleb was born. 🙂 The booties come in 4 colors, and this grey color goes with pretty much anything.

I love the lace trim on this camisole! The color is striking, too. This cami also works well tucked in. The straps are adjustable. This cami goes great with jeans, shorts, skirts, or dressier pants.

I’ve been using this handbag almost non-stop since I bought it! I love the vibrant color, and it comes in 4 other bright colors, too! The handbag holds a good amount and is still lightweight.

This hat is such a beautiful color. I’ve really been enjoying wearing this hat since I bought it! It goes great with most outfits.

I’m wearing my go-to sparkly curved bar stud earrings, star bracelet, Apple watch, and wedding/anniversary jewelry! I adore these pieces and I’m so happy they can be worn with most everything!

What I’m Wearing

Here are links for what I’m wearing!

What I’m Wearing:

Outfit:

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Cardigan (Color: Grey Heather): Halogen, comes in 5 colors. (Similar style Amazon cardigans here, here, here, here, and here.

Cami: 1.State (Similar style inexpensive Amazon camis here, here, and here.)

Jeans: Good American (Similar style Good American jeans here. Similar style inexpensive jeans here (under $50!).)

Booties (Color: Dark Grey Suede): Blondo, comes in 4 colors.

Crossbody Bag (Color: Diva Pink): MARC JACOBS, comes in 5 colors.

Hat: Brixton, sold out but may be available again, so keep checking the link if you want to buy it. (Similar hats here and here.)

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here. Similar Nordstrom Anniversary Sale earrings here.)

Bracelet: Madewell

Watch (Color: Pink): Apple Watch 4 40mm.

Curling Wand: T3 Whirl Trio (Also available here, here, here, and here.)

Wedding Ring: Handmade in England (Similar style engagement ring here and wedding band here.)

Anniversary Ring: Handmade in San Diego (Similar style anniversary ring here.)

Diamond Cross Necklace: Handmade in San Diego for anniversary (Similar style diamond cross necklace here.)

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10 Favorite Handbags from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019

July 22, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Handbags, Style

I love to shop for handbags in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! It’s so awesome to find your new favorite handbag (or 2 …) and get it on sale! I’m sharing 10 of my favorite handbags from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019!

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Favorite Handbags from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019

I absolutely love handbags, and I always have so much fun shopping for them!

Here are my 10 favorite handbags from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019!

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MARC JACOBS The Box Leather Crossbody Bag I absolutely love this handbag! A definite favorite handbag this year! It’s lightweight and fits a good amount for its size. Available in 5 colors! Sale: $195.90 / After Sale: $295
COACH Nomad Burnished Leather Crossbody Bag This is such a stylish handbag, and it is super light for its great size! Another favorite handbag this year! I love that there is a thicker handle you can use to wear over your arm/shoulder or hold in your hand or the longer thinner strap. Available in 2 colors! Sale: $263.90 / After Sale: $395
Tory Burch Everly Leather Swingpack A great classy handbag! It can be worn several ways that are adorable. Sale: $285.90 / After Sale: $428
Tory Burch Everly Leather Flap Saddle Bag This is such a fashionable saddle bag! This Available in 2 colors! Sale: $305.90 / After Sale: $458
ALLSAINTS Vincent Leather Crossbody Bag This crossbody bag is super-cute! It’s a bigger size for a crossbody bag, too. Available in 3 colors! Sale: $185.90 / After Sale: $278
Rebecca Minkoff Jody Croc Embossed Leather Circle Crossbody Bag This circle crossbody bag is so much fun! I like that you can hold it by its handles, have the handles over your wrist/arm, or use the longer strap. Available in 2 colors! Sale: $185.90 / After Sale: $278
COACH Calfskin Leather Foldover Convertible Clutch I’ve had two COACH foldover crossbody bags over the years so far, and I have loved them! My mom and sister-in-law have one now, too! They are light, small, and still hold a good amount. Available in 3 colors! Sale: $149.90 / After Sale: $225
Kate Spade New York Jackson Street – Colette Leather Satchel A nice size classic handbag! Available in 3 colors! Sale: $198.90 / After Sale: $298
Treasure & Bond Carly Small Leather Crossbody Bag This crossbody bag has a neat style, and it’s such a great sale price! Available in 2 colors! Sale: $92.90 / After Sale: $139
Rebecca Minkoff Jody Pebbled Leather Feed Bag This handbag will go with almost anything! Available in 2 colors! Sale: $165.90 / After Sale: $248

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorites

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Favorites from the Fabulous Nordstrom Anniversary Sale {Newly Released Fashion On Sale}

July 19, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Style

It’s a wonderful time of year for fashion lovers! It’s Nordstrom Anniversary Sale time, and it’s open for anyone to shop! Newly released fall fashion is on sale, which is an awesome way to buy this season’s fashion and get a great deal!

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Who Can Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

Now that the sale is open to the general public anyone can shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! You do not need a Nordstrom card to shop this part of the sale!

What Is Early Access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

Early access for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has just ended! All you need for early access next year, which means you can shop early and get the sale prices before the general public, is a Nordstrom card.

Of course, if you don’t have a Nordstrom card, you don’t need one to shop the sale now that’s open to the general public!

When Is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale dates this year are:

Icon and Ambassadors can start shopping the sale online Thursday, July 11, 2019!

Early Access for Nordstrom Card Holders: Friday, July 12 – Thursday, July 18, 2019

General Public Gain Access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Friday, July 19 – Sunday, August 4, 2019

Last Day of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for Everyone: Sunday, August 4, 2019

What Happens After the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

What happens to the items that were on sale during the Anniversary Sale?The items that are in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale are no longer on sale, and they go back to their original full price. Sometimes certain popular items are sold out from the Anniversary Sale and don’t even become available again.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Shop the entire Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! There are awesome deals on tons of brands!

Great Items from the 2019 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

There are so many amazing new releases for the fall, and I’m excited to share with you great items from the 2019 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! The items in the main image above and much, much more are in the the sections below.

Here are some favorite fashion items by section:

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Tops:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Jeans:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Dresses:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Jackets and Coats:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Activewear:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Sweaters and Cardigans:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Bottoms:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Bags and Handbags:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Shoes:

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorite Jewelry:

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FAVORITE ITEMS FROM THE NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 2019

What are your favorite items from this year’s Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

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Amazon Prime Day Favorites {Shopping and Gift Guide}

July 15, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Mom Life, Style

It’s Amazon Prime Day! There are so many awesome items available on Amazon, and they are discounted for a limited amount of time for this special event!

Outfit modeled by me, Christina Chitwood.

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Amazon Prime Day Deals

Amazon Prime Day is July 15 and 15 this year! So, the special deals are happening during these two days. Also, there are some lightning deals that are shorter deals and happen specific times during the day(s). Sometimes these lightning deals repeat, so you can watch out for them if you missed one. There are tons of Amazon Prime Day deals happening throughout these two exciting days, and I’m excited to help you find some great deals!

Amazon Prime Day Favorites in Women’s Fashion

Here are my Amazon Prime Day favorites in women’s fashion!

The Prime Day Deals change often. You’ll see all the Prime Day Deals in women’s fashion here: https://amzn.to/2lBaNFr.

See all the Prime Day Deals here:https://amzn.to/2k6kDPd

Click on the photo to see more details and shop the item.

Amazon Prime Day Favorites in Baby and Toddlers

Here are my Amazon Prime Day favorites in baby toys!

The Prime Day Deals change often. You’ll see all the Prime Day Deals in baby here: https://amzn.to/2XJiKKR

See all the Prime Day Deals here: https://amzn.to/2k6kDPd

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Amazon Prime Day Favorites in Kids’ Toys

Here are my Amazon Prime Day favorites in kids’ toys and games!

The Prime Day Deals change often. You’ll see all the Prime Day Deals in kids’ toys and games here: https://amzn.to/2JO9dZn

See all the Prime Day Deals here: https://amzn.to/2k6kDPd

Click on the photo to see more details and shop the item.

What I’m Wearing

Jumpsuit: Amazon (under $25!)

Sandals: Gentle Souls (on sale!)

Watch: Apple Watch

Earrings: Nadri

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Amazon Prime Day Favorites

Do you have a favorite Amazon Prime day item?

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019 Favorite Outfits

July 12, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Outfits, Style

It’s time for one of the biggest sales of the year … the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019! There are tons of fabulous items in the sale this year! This sale is so awesome because brand new fall items are on sale before they go up in price! That’s right, BEFORE they go up in price.

Outfits modeled by me, Christina Chitwood.

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019 Tips

How awesome that you can start shopping fall items at reduced prices rather than full prices. Even if you aren’t thinking of your fall wardrobe yet, there are many items that will work for warmer weather. Plus, there are so many great fall items that you will probably want to pick up at least a few items that are highly discounted.

Here are some tips to help you make the most of the sale!

1. Make a list of items you’re wanting or needing! This will help you shop quicker and find what you’re looking for easier. I especially was looking for camis, cardigans, tops, and a handbag this year.

2. Shop early! Things sell out super-fast, so try to shop as early as you can! Making a list can help you shop quicker, so it will also make it more likely you will get what you’re wanting before it sells out.

3. Buy two sizes if you’re not sure on sizing! There are free returns, so you can keep the one that fits best and return the other.

4. If you’re considering an item, buy it! It’s better to buy the item and return it than to have it sell out. Nordstrom has great free returns, so it makes purchasing and returning a simple process.

5. Keep checking back! If something you want sells out, keep checking back because it may get restocked! Many items get restocked throughout the sale. Make sure to check back often, though, because even restocked items sell out quickly again.

6. Keep shopping throughout the sale! Definitely buy your loves and must-have items right away! There are so many items that it’s very easy to miss something you’re needing, have been wanting, or see for the first time. I’ll be doing Nordstrom Anniversary Sale blog posts throughout the sale, so keep watching out for those. I want to help make shopping this sale easier and more enjoyable for you!

7. Have fun! There’s an incredible number of great items on sale, so it can be overwhelming at times. The most important thing is to have fun shopping!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019 Dates

Here are some of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale dates:

Icon and Ambassadors can start shopping the sale online July 11!

Early access for cardmembers is July 12-18. Nordstrom cardholders can start shopping the sale online and in stores July 12! Note: If you don’t already have a Nordstrom’s card, you can get one to shop the sale early access.

Anniversary Sale is July 19 – August 4. General public (if you don’t have or get a Nordstrom card) can start shopping the sale July 19!

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ends on August 4.

Prices go up August 5.

Favorite Outfits from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019

I had such a fun time shopping the sale, and I brought home so many adorable items! It’s a really great sale this year! I took photos of the outfits that I tried and really liked (many of which I brought home with me!).

Here are some of my favorite outfits and items from my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shopping trip that I got to try on in the store!

This MARC JACOBS crossbody bag is quite possibly the favorite thing I’ve bought in the sale! There are so many amazing items, so it’s tough to choose a favorite! You will be seeing this handbag a lot in my future outfit posts. 🙂

Handbag (Color – diva pink): MARC JACOBS The Box Leather Crossbody Bag (Under $200 and available in 5 colors!)

Top (Leopard): BP. Lace Trim Satin Camisole Top (Under $30 and available in 5 colors! Also available in plus sizes here.)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – flax): COACH Nomad Burnished Leather Crossbody Bag (Available in 2 colors!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top (Color – purple): Topshop Oversize V-Neck Sweater (Under $50 and available in 2 colors!)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Top: ALLSAINTS Abi Chiffon Asymmetrical Tunic (Under $100!)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – pine): Rebecca Minkoff Jody Suede Feed Bag (Under $170 and available in 2 colors!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top: Madewell Dot Wrap Top (Under $60!)

Jeans (Color – 11 years blue bound): AG The Farrah High Waist Ankle Skinny Jeans (11 Years Blue Bound) ($150!)

Shoes (Color – light brown leather): SOFFT Westwood 2 Bootie (Under $100 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – Acorn): Rebecca Minkoff Jody Croc Embossed Leather Circle Crossbody Bag (Under $200 and available in 3 colors!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top (Color – red): ASTR the Label Short Sleeve Jacquard Top (Under $40 and available in 2 colors!)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – pine): Rebecca Minkoff Jody Suede Feed Bag (Under $170 and available in 2 colors!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top (Color – olive): All in Favor Twist Tank (Under $20 and available in 4 colors!)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – flax): COACH Nomad Burnished Leather Crossbody Bag (Available in 2 colors!)

Hat (Color – black combo): Treasure & Bond Gaucho Wide Brim Wool Hat (Under $40!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Cardigan (Color – black): Barefoot Dreams CozyChicTM Lite Long Cardigan (Under $85 and available in 3 colors! Plus sizes available here.)

Top: 1.STATE Lace Trim Camisole (Under $50!)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – burgundy plum): Nordstrom Annie Leather Crossbody Bag (Under $100 and available in 3 colors!)

Hat (Color – grey combo): Nordstrom Essential Felted Wool Fedora (Under $40!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Cardigan: Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite^® Circle Cardigan (Under $80 and available in 4 colors! Plus sizes available here.)

Top (Black): BP. Lace Trim Satin Camisole Top (Under $30 and available in 5 colors! Also available in plus sizes here.)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – peach pink): ALLSAINTS Vincent Leather Crossbody Bag (Under $200 and available in 3 colors!)

Hat (Color – blush): Brixton Joanna III Wool Felt Hat

Necklace (Color – light silver ox): Madewell Delicate Celestial Necklace (Under $20!)

Bracelet (Color – light silver ox): Madewell Star & Moon Bangle (Under $20!)

Cardigan (Color – grey heather): Halogen Open Front Pocket Cardigan (Under $55 and available in 5 colors!)

Top (Black): BP. Lace Trim Satin Camisole Top (Under $30 and available in 5 colors! Also available in plus sizes here.)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Necklace (Color – light silver ox): Madewell Delicate Celestial Necklace (Under $20!)

Cardigan: Leith Longline Cardigan (Under $50 and available in 5 colors!)

Top (Black): BP. Lace Trim Satin Camisole Top (Under $30 and available in 5 colors! Also available in plus sizes here.)

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Short Necklace (Color – rhodium): Nadri Double Pendant Necklace (Under $50 and available in 2 colors!)

Long Necklace (Color – gold): Nadri Cubic Zirconia Linear Long Pendant Necklace (Under $60!)

Top: ALLSAINTS Penny Rosey Top

Jeans: Good American Good Legs High Waist Skinny Jeans (Blue500) (Under $115!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Hat (Color – blush): Brixton Joanna III Wool Felt Hat

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top (Color – taupe): ASTR the Label Tiger Stripe V-Neck Sweater (Under $60 and available in 2 colors!)

Skirt: Topshop Faux Leather Miniskirt (Under $50!)

Booties (Color – grey suede): Blondo Nina Waterproof Suede Boot ($99.90 and available in 4 colors!)

Handbag (Color – flax): COACH Nomad Burnished Leather Crossbody Bag (Available in 2 colors!)

Necklaces (Color – vintage gold): Madewell Good Night Set of 2 Necklaces (Under $30!)

Top (Color – pink candy): Champion Reverse Weave® Crop Sweatshirt (Under $50 and available in 3 colors!)

Bottoms: Zella Live In Jogger Pants (Under $50! Available in another color here.)

Shoes: Nike Free TR8 Training Shoe (Under $100 and available in 2 colors!)

Top: Alo Double Take Crop Sweatshirt (Under $60 and available in 2 colors!)

Leggings: Zella Live In High Waist 7/8 Leggings (Under $40 and available in 3 colors!)

Shoes: Nike Free TR8 Training Shoe (Under $100 and available in 2 colors!)

Top (Color – pink candy): Champion Reverse Weave® Crop Sweatshirt (Under $50 and available in 3 colors!)

Leggings: Zella Live In High Waist 7/8 Leggings (Under $40 and available in 3 colors!)

Shoes: Nike Free TR8 Training Shoe (Under $100 and available in 2 colors!)

Top (Color – pink candy): Champion Reverse Weave® Crop Sweatshirt (Under $50 and available in 3 colors!)

Leggings (Color – lavender): Alo High Waist Moto Leggings (Under $80 and available in 2 colors!)

Shoes: Nike Free TR8 Training Shoe (Under $100 and available in 2 colors!)

Hoodie: adidas Originals Crop Hoodie (Under $50!)

Leggings: Zella Live In High Waist 7/8 Leggings (Under $40 and available in 3 colors!)

Shoes: Nike Free TR8 Training Shoe (Under $100 and available in 2 colors!)

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Favorite Items from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019

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Outfit Featuring Amazon Fashion Star Hollow Out Mesh Top {Under $15 Fashion Review}

July 9, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Mom Life, Outfits, Style, Toddler

I have a super-affordable, cute, and comfortable top for you this summer! Plus, this Amazon Fashion Star Hollow Out Mesh Top is under $15, comes in 4 colors, and is available through Amazon Prime!

Look modeled by me, Christina Chitwood, with our baby boy, Caleb, at 16 months old. Photos taken by my husband, Tom. Photoshoot in San Diego, California.

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Outfit Featuring Amazon Fashion Star Hollow Out Mesh Top

I’ve only had this top for a little over a week, and I’ve already worn it a few times! I wore it for the 4th of July and it was great for a fun, long family day outdoors.

This super-cute top can be worn any time. It will definitely be a go-to for me this summer!

This adorable top has mesh stars, and it looks fabulous with a white or ivory cami underneath. I wore this cami under this star top (I have it in both ivory and white.). In addition, this star top is lightweight, comfy, and available in 3 other colors. The best part is that it’s under $15!!!

I’ve worn these shorts so much already this summer! They are stylish, high-waisted, looser in the legs, and comfortable to wear all day long. These are fairly short shorts to begin with. So, keep in mind that that since they have a frayed hem, the shorts do get shorter over time, especially if you like to trim the fraying as the strings gets longer.

If you’re wanting longer shorts in a similar style, I also have these high-waisted shorts and love them. They are easier to wear for mom life, since they are longer. As a mom of a toddler, there’s a lot of bending down to my son’s level, picking my son up, and bending over.

I bought these rose gold sandals for our Kauai, Hawaii trip, and they have been such a staple for me this summer! I already had these sandals in the gold color, which you’ve seen in quite a few of my blog posts. The gold sandals are still a great go-to even though I’ve already had them for a couple of years. These sandals last a long time, are comfortable, and are extremely versatile! The way these lace up makes them so easy to keep up with an active toddler and on days where I’m walking a lot (and still want to wear sandals!).

This handbag is classy, goes with almost everything, and holds a lot for its size! It’s been a wonderful staple for me.

I’m wearing my favorite earrings at the moment … my go-to sparkly curved bar stud earrings! I love how pretty these look. And they are so much safer to wear around little ones than hanging earrings!

I love my Apple watch and find it so useful. (I have it on airplane mode almost all the time!) My favorite apps are time, alarms, timer, stop watch, activity (fitness), and photos watch face.

This “Freedom Rocks!” outfit is just precious! It was perfect for the 4th of July for Caleb. It will continue to be a great everyday outfit!

WHAT I’M WEARING

Here are links for what I’m wearing!

What I’m Wearing:

Outfit:

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Top: Amazon Fashion (under $15!), available in 4 colors. [Note: This top runs small. I sized up to a medium.]

Cami: BP. (only $12!) (Also available in plus sizes here.)

Shorts: Topshop (Also available here. Similar style longer high-waisted shorts here.)

Sandals (Color: Rose Gold): Gentle Souls (on sale!) (Also available in gold and other colors here (on sale!) and here (on sale!).)

Crossbody Bag: Botkier (Also available here.)

Earrings: Nadri

Watch (Color: Pink): Apple Watch 40mm. (Also available here. Same style larger 44mm size Apple watch here.)

Curling Wand: T3 Whirl Trio (Also available here, here, here, here, and here.)

Red Wrap Bracelet ( I wore this bracelet for the 4th of July with this outfit!): Amazon

Wedding Ring: Handmade in England (Similar style engagement ring here and wedding band here.)

Anniversary Ring: Handmade in San Diego (Similar style anniversary ring here.)

Makeup:

Tinted Moisturizer: Josh Rosebrook Tinted Nutrient Day Cream SPF 30 | Foundation: Juice Beauty (Buff and Creme) | Concealer: Juice Beauty | Blemish Powder: Juice Beauty | Powder: Lily Lolo | Blush: 100% Pure (Color: Chiffon) | Highlighter: 100% Pure | Eyes: 100% Pure | Eye Liner: 100% Pure | Mascara (Blue Tint): 100% Pure | Lip Pencil: Au Naturale (Color: Marrakesh) | Lipstick: Au Naturale (Color: Marrakesh) | Lip Gloss: Au Naturale (Color: Magnolia)

Here are links for what Caleb’s wearing!

What Caleb’s Wearing:

Outfit:

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Outfit: Carter’s (on sale 50% off!!!)

Shoes: Carter’s (Also available here.)

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Outfit Featuring Sage the Label Floral Mini Dress {Under $100 Fashion}

July 1, 2019 By Christina ChitwoodFashion, Mom Life, Outfits, Style

The Sage the Label Floral Mini Dress is a fabulous dress for summer! This flowy dress is pretty and has such a light feel, which is ideal for warmer weather. It would also be a subtle way to wear red, white, and blue for the 4th of July!

Look modeled by me, Christina Chitwood, with our baby boy, Caleb, at 12 months old. My husband, Tom, is also in certain photos with us. Photos taken by Billy Economou of BE Studios. Photoshoot in La Jolla, California.

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Outfit Featuring Sage the Label Floral Mini Dress

I’ve worn this dress for a variety of occasions, such as days out, date night (We bring Caleb with us!), and for Caleb’s 12-month-old photoshoot!

The floral print on this dress is beautiful. I really love the fabric and how the skirt portion of the dress falls. This dress has a new and improved version that I’m linking below and it’s on sale for under $75! I’m excited there’s a newer version because the one problem I found with the older version shouldn’t be an issue anymore.

The problem I had was the snap buttons that help hold the wrap dress closed from the inside came loose. It’s a simple fix by threading some new thread and securing them better, but it’s awesome that it is no longer part of the newer design. The newer design still has the pretty wrap look to it but has a stretch-smocked waist. A great dress for summer and anytime you want to wear a pretty floral mini dress!

My earrings are my favorite type of earrings right now … curved bar stud earrings! I’ve been loving this type of earrings for the past couple of years because they are still studs while being noticeable and beautiful.

These comfortable sandals go with pretty much any outfit! They are super-cute and great for mom life since they lace up! These are sandals that are perfect for any time and also when you want to wear sandals yet will be walking a lot such as when traveling.

I love the blue colors in this outfit, and I always love blue with Caleb’s bright blue eyes!

WHAT I’M WEARING

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What I’m Wearing:

Outfit:

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Dress: Sage the Label (on sale!) (Tunic in same pretty floral fabric here (on sale!).)

Sandals (Color: Gold): Gentle Souls (on sale!) (Also available in gold and other colors here (on sale!), here (on sale!), here, and here. Available in rose gold (I also have these and love them!) here (on sale!) and here.)

Earrings: Nadri (Also available here.)

Curling Wand: T3 Whirl Trio (Also available here, here, here, here, here, and here.)

Wedding Ring: Handmade in England (Similar style engagement ring here and wedding band here.)

Anniversary Ring: Handmade in San Diego (Similar style anniversary ring here.)

Makeup:

Tinted Moisturizer: Josh Rosebrook Tinted Nutrient Day Cream SPF 30 | Foundation: Juice Beauty (Buff and Creme) | Concealer: Juice Beauty | Blemish Powder: Juice Beauty | Powder: Lily Lolo | Blush: 100% Pure (Color: Chiffon) | Highlighter: 100% Pure | Eyes: 100% Pure | Eye Liner: 100% Pure | Mascara (Blue Tint): 100% Pure | Lip Pencil: Au Naturale (Color: Marrakesh) | Lipstick: Au Naturale (Color: Marrakesh) | Lip Gloss: Au Naturale (Color: Magnolia)

Here are links for what Caleb’s wearing!

What Caleb’s Wearing:

Outfit:

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Shirt: Janie and Jack, sold out. (Similar style shirts here, here, here, here, and here.)

Bottoms: Janie and Jack, sold out. (Similar style bottoms here, here, and here.)

Shoes: Carter’s (Also available here.)

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