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April 16, 2023

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Neutrals 🤝 Metallics Went to my first perform

Neutrals 🤝 Metallics

Went to my first performance at the @balletaustin and pulled some old favourites from my closet for the occasion.

I bought this textured velvet top in 2012 as a “going out top” and it continues to serve its millennial purpose 10+ years later. 🤭

#slowfashionstyle #slowfashionhabits #lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

March hits a whole lot different when it’s sunny

March hits a whole lot different when it’s sunny 🫢

1. First trip to Round Top
2. Exploring new haunts
3-4. This old fave of mine is now my new identity 🤠
5. Hunting for antiques at Blue Hills
6. Taking in the @balletaustin
7. Some of my pieces are now available on @byrotation
8. Artisan pop-up @southtonorth.co
9-10. My first rodeo and longhorn 🤘🏼
11-12. Wearing some longtime and secondhand faves
13. Treasure hunting @honeyhillmarket
14. Secondhand @agolde jeans fresh from the tailor

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#slowfashionstyle #slowfashionhabits #slowfashionootd #lovedclotheslast #lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

You won’t find your style if you’re constantly

You won’t find your style if you’re constantly ordering *just one more* thing to fill that imaginary wardrobe gap or if you’re always chasing trends.

When I moved to Austin six months ago, I made a commitment to live in my wardrobe instead of buying for a new city and climate.

Slowing down gave me space to reflect, get creative, and reconnect with what I actually love to wear—the pieces that feel like me.

It’s paid off. I’m (sooooo very slowly) adapting to the heat, tapping into the local vibe, and still feel like myself getting dressed every day.

If your closet feels full but nothing feels right, maybe it’s not more you need—but less noise. Get creative and play around with what you already own & love. ❤️

#slowfashion #nonewclothes #lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #austinstyle #ootdinspo

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

Heading into my 8th summer with this dress.🌞💛

The power of buying pieces that suit your personal style is that they grow with you. I’ve worn so many iterations of this outfit, I’ve lost count. And many more to come.😌 What are you rewearing this spring and summer?

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage, summer outfits, ballet flats

First time in Round Top; Hide my wallet 🫢 Just

First time in Round Top; Hide my wallet 🫢

Just over an hour east of Austin is a little strip of antique dealers and venues hosting small businesses like vintage sellers, small fashion brands, jewelry makers, and more.

A few of my faves:

@eastendsalvage
@terracottacowboy
@gathergoods

Have you been? ✨🤠

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#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage, antiques, Blue Hills

A spring office look to have on repeat. 🔁 I c

A spring office look to have on repeat. 🔁

I changed the buttons on this white blazer from a horrid brown to a monochrome white. And honestly, it might be the smartest thing I’ve ever done. 🤭

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage, office outfit, studded belt, what to wear to work

These jeans might be my best secondhand buy 💙

These jeans might be my best secondhand buy 💙

Pro tip: Buy a size up so you know they’ll fit and then have them tailored. These have been hemmed and taken in at the waist.

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle #75HardStyleChallenge

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage, cuffed jeans, pearl necklace, office outfit

Scenes from my first SXSW 🤘🏼🥺 So fun to

Scenes from my first SXSW 🤘🏼🥺

So fun to experience it with my twin. Now that it’s over, I’m already scheming how to do it better next year. Leave me your tips!

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#lifeabroad #sxsw2025 #rewearthat thrift style, festival looks, summer style

This linen dress on repeat + a spritz 🫒🌞 Sl

This linen dress on repeat + a spritz 🫒🌞

Slow fashion outfit details:

• sunnies - 5 years old
• dress - 5 years old
• loafers - 9 years old
• bag - 6 months old

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, summer outfit, linen dress, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

No office to go to but I’m still wearing a blaze

No office to go to but I’m still wearing a blazer.

Wearing a $15 100% wool blazer my husband secretly bought for me after I put it back on the rack at the thrift. 🫶🏼🥺

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What to wear, office outfit, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

#slowfashion #slowfashionstyle #slowfashionblogger #sustainablefashion #sustainablefashionblogger #thriftedstyle #secondhandstyle #secondhandfirst

What I wore this week. 🌞🍒🤍 I love spring

What I wore this week. 🌞🍒🤍

I love spring weather & it’s finally here to stay in Austin! Here’s a look back at everything I wore to @sxsw from cooler mornings to balmy nights. Still working my way through the #75HardStyleChallenge — getting dressed every day using only what’s in my closet.

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Spring outfit, office outfit, what to wear to work, cuffed jeans outfit, classic style, what to wear, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

#slowfashion #slowfashionstyle #slowfashionblogger #sustainablefashion #sustainablefashionblogger #shopsmallbusinesses #thriftedstyle #thriftblogger #secondhandstyle #secondhandfirst

Everything I wore to @sxsw part II Here to norma

Everything I wore to @sxsw part II

Here to normalize getting dressed for big events using what’s already in your closet. No panic buying. No stress. Simply leaning on pieces you love and want to rewear.

Everything tracked using @myindyx

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

What to wear, outfit ideas, spring outfits, secondhand, thrifted, vintage

What I’ve been wearing to my first @sxsw 🤠⚡

What I’ve been wearing to my first @sxsw 🤠⚡️

Headed on a work trip soon? Here are tips for dressing for a conference in warm weather:

- Wear natural fibers to help regulate body heat. Try silk, linen, cotton, etc.

- Bring a layer like a blazer for the heavy AC in meeting rooms and conference centres

- Wear comfy shoes! Loafers, flats, chic sneakers all work.

Keep moths and other pests out of your clothes 👋🏼

1. Grab some fabric pouches (keep the ones that come with jewelry!!)

2. Fill with dried herbs that moths hate: bay leaves, cloves, rosemary 🌿🪴

3. Store in your closet or drawers to keep clothes in tip top shape!

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#lowbuyyear #sustainablestyle #rewearthat #slowfashion clothing care, sustainability, diy, personal style

Pretty sure I could spend all day here ❤️ Whe

Pretty sure I could spend all day here ❤️

Where to thrift in Austin:📍Honey Hill Market

Visit @honeyhillmarket for an incredible selection of western items and neutral basics in natural fibres like linen and cotton for that Texas heat.

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo #workstyle

Some February faves 🤍🍒 Nearly done the #75H

Some February faves 🤍🍒

Nearly done the #75HardStyleChallenge and am having more fun than I expected getting dressed with what I already own. I also committed to a low buy year—only adding 25 items or less—and figured I’d be itching to add to my closet by now. Happy to report no purchases made this month!!

Tracking all my outfits using @myindyx

Do you have any shopping / styling intentions for this year? Let me know! 👇🏼

#25in2025 #lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo wardrobe staples, spring outfit ideas

This plus add sunscreen. Been dying for a reason

This plus add sunscreen.

Been dying for a reason to wear this secondhand @proenzaschouler dress. The @atxopen is in town so I couldn’t miss my opportunity to sport some tennis whites. 🎾🤍

#lowbuyyear #outfitideas #sustainablestyle #outfitinspiration #rewearthat #slowfashion #ootdinspo spring outfit ideas, summer outfit

Your sign that you’re never too old to try somet

Your sign that you’re never too old to try something new ✨❄️🎿

After being a very casual snowboarder, I figured my 30s were the time to return to skiing. Fast forward to a quick trip to Colorado where I stepped into some skis for the first time in 25 years.

Hit some fresh powder, survived accidentally taking a blue run and après-ed very successfully. Colorado, we’ll definitely be back. 👌🏼🥂🗻

Slow fashion outfit details:

• jacket @perfectmomentsports via @poshmark
• ski pants @arcteryx (5 years old)
• googles borrowed from friends
• sunglasses @lespecs (5 years old)

#sustainablefashion #apresski #rewearthat #ootdfashion #ootdinspo #skistyle #colorado

Week one of my #75HardStyleChallenge Finally get

Week one of my #75HardStyleChallenge

Finally getting around to digitizing my wardrobe using @myindyx and I am obsessed!!

Being in a new city / new climate is helping me get creative with what to wear. Can you tell I’m really excited about loafers in January?!😅

#outfitroundup #outfitideas4you #personalstyleblog #whatiworethisweek #75hsc #mirroroutfit #secondhandfashion digital wardrobe, wardrobe tracking, slow fashion

A moment of gratitude for 2024 ✨💫 Some of fa

A moment of gratitude for 2024 ✨💫

Some of fave moments this past year: multiple visits home, exploring Montreal, celebrating friends’ milestones, incredible live music and the small moments in between.

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2024 recap, Pinterest inspired, living abroad

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