Last month I had the pleasure of filming three segments for ABC13 with my friend/reporter Rebecca Spera – “Wardrobe Transition Pieces,” “Closet Cleanout,” and “Five Minute Makeup Hacks.” If you’re a local Houstonian, then you might have caught the first segment this past Wed afternoon. I modeled four different looks that are perfect for when you’re either in between sizes from just having a baby or on a weight loss journey. Either way, finding the right outfits for your changing body can seem daunting and take the fun out of shopping. So, I was asked to style versatile looks that are perfect for day or night, dressy or casual, and what must-have pieces you can pull from your wardrobe to get you through this transition.
Total side note – can I just tell you how weird it is to finally hear how your voice sounds? Like really hear it. Some people already know that I was a theatre actor for many years, but nothing quite prepares you for what it’s like seeing and hearing yourself on TV. This wasn’t the first time I’ve filmed something for ABC13 (see Cook2Learn Academy), but it is the first time I’ve been asked to style and model topics that I would typically just blog about. I have to say that it was truly the best day ever, and I may just be hooked. I love that it’s yet another way for me to reach people and share my take on style and beauty. Check out the video for the segment below, or you can read the full story here!
Shop the Looks:
Look 1: Dressy Leggings + Blouse
c/o Evereve, Night Crawler Plaid Sanctuary Blouse
Ralph Lauren from Marshalls, Leather Leggings (similar here and here)
Look 2: High-Waisted Jeans + Oversized Knit
H&M, Fine-knit Sweater (similar here and here)
Kenneth Cole, Frayed Hem Skinny Jean
Look 3: Chambray Button-Down + Pants
Who What Wear x Target, Pleat Back Chambray Shirt (similar here)
Madewell, Gray High-Rise Skinny Jeans (similar here and here)
Look 4: Maxi Dress + Long Vest
Marshalls, Lila Rose Bodycon Dress (similar here, here and here)
Zara, Long Black Vest (similar here and here)
Great post!
Thanks! It was a fun one to do ?
Great article! I really like the versatility of the maxi dress. An oversized knit is also fabulous and universal. And leggings are the best in the fall and winter. These were fun tips and a great read!
Awesome! Thank you so much!! I literally wear the heck out of al of these so it was fun to help others learn how to style them ??
Over the past few years I have been losing weight that I had gained in college and it has been a constant struggle. Knowing that I have some pieces I can use to transition is going to save me so much time and money, great post!
I totally hear ya! That’s how it’s always been for me after having two babies so I love helping others out with this same styling issue ?
LOVEEE the chambray outfit!
Aww yay thank you!! I scored that top from The Who What Wear for Target collection when it first came out and I’m obsessed ? I wore it all the time when I was preggo too ?
I love that maxi dress, i never thought about wearing in the winter. What a great idea.
Aw thank you! I scored it at Marshalls when I was pregnant and loved that it was non maternity but super comfy, so I’ve gotten a lot of use out of it ?
Loving these outfits! I am all about some oversized knits ❤️
Thank you! Yass they are the best! I own them in so many colors ?
Very nice post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I’ve really enjoyed browsing your blog posts. In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon.
Thank you so much!! I am making it more of a point to write/blog since I miss it so much. Love hearing from you and thanks for following along!